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YOURSAY | Mature democracies shun politicians with criminal charges

YOURSAY | Mature democracies shun politicians with criminal charges

'Good governance is a key essence of mature democracy.'
COMMENT | Freedom of Information Bill is regressive, needs overhaul

COMMENT | Freedom of Information Bill is regressive, needs overhaul

Proposed law fails to uphold constitutional right to information.
Heads must roll: PAS Youth wants Anwar's resignation, KWAP chair suspended over eFishery

Heads must roll: PAS Youth wants Anwar's resignation, KWAP chair suspended over eFishery

Afnan stresses it's a matter of public trust, accountability after millions were lost.
Animal welfare groups urge reforms beyond funding for strays

Animal welfare groups urge reforms beyond funding for strays

Financial help has little impact if longstanding gaps in enforcement, policy remain unaddressed, they say.
SNAPSHOT | MCA wants Loke to explain RM178m VEP contract; govt to boost cyber warfare response

SNAPSHOT | MCA wants Loke to explain RM178m VEP contract; govt to boost cyber warfare response

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.

KINIGUIDE | Hook, line, and sinker: How KWAP's eFishery gamble unravelled

KINIGUIDE | Hook, line, and sinker: How KWAP's eFishery gamble unravelled

Malaysiakini looks at how the aquaculture firm crumbled and its impact on investors.
COMMENT | Revamp of national trust fund is very late, but welcome

COMMENT | Revamp of national trust fund is very late, but welcome

RM22b fund gains safeguards after decades of missed opportunities, weak controls.
COMMENT | Why are we welcoming 'Tech Zionists'?

COMMENT | Why are we welcoming 'Tech Zionists'?

Balaji has been clear about his intentions to set up a prototype secessionist state.
Govt considering higher STR, Sara aid - PM

Govt considering higher STR, Sara aid - PM

The matter would be considered in the upcoming budget, Anwar says.
New Johor exco lineup to deliver manifesto pledges, drive Maju Johor 2030 agenda

New Johor exco lineup to deliver manifesto pledges, drive Maju Johor 2030 agenda

They are committed to ensuring development benefits reach all communities.
SNAPSHOT | Johor regent: Excos must be dedicated in their work; Bersatu exit from PN imminent?

SNAPSHOT | Johor regent: Excos must be dedicated in their work; Bersatu exit from PN imminent?

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.

'No honeymoon': After strong mandate, Onn tells Johor exco to get to work

'No honeymoon': After strong mandate, Onn tells Johor exco to get to work

'This appointment is not a privilege.'
TMJ, Johor MB reaffirm probe into Forest City's 'Network School' tech commune

TMJ, Johor MB reaffirm probe into Forest City's 'Network School' tech commune

Tunku Ismail says stern action will be taken if investigation finds any violations.
Kota Damansara rep urges MBPJ to delay planned data centre

Kota Damansara rep urges MBPJ to delay planned data centre

PKR lawmaker urges city council to consult stakeholders before proceeding.
Let 'corporate mafia' probe proceed independently, transparently - Azalina

Let 'corporate mafia' probe proceed independently, transparently - Azalina

Govt views allegations seriously, minister says.
COMMENT | Why pursue criminal defamation charge against Sofia Rini?

COMMENT | Why pursue criminal defamation charge against Sofia Rini?

The decision is truly baffling.
'Give us assurances or lose our capital': Tech commune founder demands audience with PM after scrutiny

'Give us assurances or lose our capital': Tech commune founder demands audience with PM after scrutiny

Balaji calls allegations against Network School a 'fake story by anonymous internet trolls.'
PAC not satisfied with govt for rejecting DBKL appointed councillor system suggestion

PAC not satisfied with govt for rejecting DBKL appointed councillor system suggestion

Move weakens effort to strengthen transparency, says Mas Ermieyati.
PAC urges targeted cooking oil subsidy to replace blanket scheme

PAC urges targeted cooking oil subsidy to replace blanket scheme

Recommendation needed as current mechanism failed to ensure intended groups benefit - Mas Ermieyati.
PARLIAMENT | KWAP lost money from RM200m investment abroad due to 'fraud': PM

PARLIAMENT | KWAP lost money from RM200m investment abroad due to 'fraud': PM

What’s going on in Parliament today.
Home Ministry: Hard to prove if KLIA 'counter-setting' syndicate still operating

Home Ministry: Hard to prove if KLIA 'counter-setting' syndicate still operating

Regardless, the ministry says it has introduced additional measures to curb corruption.
PAS has highest number of MPs supporting 'corporate mafia' RCI

PAS has highest number of MPs supporting 'corporate mafia' RCI

34 lawmakers backing call to date, says Bersih chairperson.
DBKL rolls out 16 reforms to curb mayor's powers, improve governance

DBKL rolls out 16 reforms to curb mayor's powers, improve governance

PARLIAMENT | The changes were recommended in an IIUM study.
MCMC Act amendments approved despite bipartisan calls for stronger checks

MCMC Act amendments approved despite bipartisan calls for stronger checks

PARLIAMENT | MPs from both sides say commission's expanded powers did not include additional guardrails.