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SNAPSHOT | Merdeka parade organisers: Mahathir had overseas vacation plans until Aug 31

SNAPSHOT | Merdeka parade organisers: Mahathir had overseas vacation plans until Aug 31

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

YOURSAY | Setting the course straight towards Tunku's vision

YOURSAY | Setting the course straight towards Tunku's vision

'Independence only comes when true racial integration is recognised, equal opportunities exist for all.'
COMMENT | Building spirit of Merdeka before Malaya's independence

COMMENT | Building spirit of Merdeka before Malaya's independence

Examining the formula that gave birth to the moment we are celebrating.
MP SPEAKS | This is my country, too

MP SPEAKS | This is my country, too

Malaysia will become stronger when our institutions earn the people's trust.
Pan Borneo Highway drives progress, boosts well-being in Sabah

Pan Borneo Highway drives progress, boosts well-being in Sabah

Independence more than a chapter in history; it is reflected in state's development.
SNAPSHOT | Thousands throng Putrajaya for Merdeka parade; Nepal teacher lauded for saving 900 pupils

SNAPSHOT | Thousands throng Putrajaya for Merdeka parade; Nepal teacher lauded for saving 900 pupils

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

Behind the National Day spectacle: The man who weaves spirit of M'sia's story

Behind the National Day spectacle: The man who weaves spirit of M'sia's story

Saifulkhairi has been writing ceremony's script since 2008.
COMMENT | Merdeka at 69: Reclaiming Tunku's inclusive vision

COMMENT | Merdeka at 69: Reclaiming Tunku's inclusive vision

This country is envisioned to be a home for everyone.
Flag blunders: PN, Harapan, and BN politicians call for common sense, not rage

Flag blunders: PN, Harapan, and BN politicians call for common sense, not rage

They say honest mistakes and negligence should not be overblown.
LETTER | The unfinished business of Merdeka

LETTER | The unfinished business of Merdeka

It is not just a historical milestone from 1957, but an ongoing, living project.
YOURSAY | Diversity should drive nation forward, not divide us

YOURSAY | Diversity should drive nation forward, not divide us

'The older Malaysia gets... the more divided Malaysians become.'
'No M'sian should be made to feel like an enemy': Interfaith group sounds Merdeka alarm over rising hate

'No M'sian should be made to feel like an enemy': Interfaith group sounds Merdeka alarm over rising hate

MCCBCHST calls for greater mutual respect, warns against 'dangerous path' of racial politics.
COMMENT | Beacon of light dims after 69 years of independence

COMMENT | Beacon of light dims after 69 years of independence

A nation once brimming with promise now frets over political turmoil.
SNAPSHOT | Harapan candidate alleges collusion after BN campaign paper seen in polling room

SNAPSHOT | Harapan candidate alleges collusion after BN campaign paper seen in polling room

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.
COMMENT | Is Merdeka an exclusive party?

COMMENT | Is Merdeka an exclusive party?

Bajau Laut's stateless struggles despite generations in Malaysia.
All M'sians must be given space to express patriotism: Zahid

All M'sians must be given space to express patriotism: Zahid

This includes motorcycle convoys for the youth, the deputy prime minister says.
COMMENT | What kind of Keluarga Malaysia are we, really?

COMMENT | What kind of Keluarga Malaysia are we, really?

Real change in mindsets and inter-racial engagements starts with us.
Toll-free travel on EKVE from tomorrow until Sept 30

Toll-free travel on EKVE from tomorrow until Sept 30

30 days toll-free travel in spirit of Merdeka, Anwar says.
COMMENT | Don't let bigots hijack Merdeka, go and celebrate!

COMMENT | Don't let bigots hijack Merdeka, go and celebrate!

True freedom of unity, justice, and rejecting divisive politics.
National Day 2025: PM to deliver special address tomorrow

National Day 2025: PM to deliver special address tomorrow

Event at Serdang expected to be attended by over 4,000 guests.
Tajuddin's Merdeka reflection: 'In a sea of faces, I was never apart'

Tajuddin's Merdeka reflection: 'In a sea of faces, I was never apart'

Academic reminisces his time in Chinese school, bond he shared with classmates.
COMMENT | Rigid rules: A repressive Merdeka celebration

COMMENT | Rigid rules: A repressive Merdeka celebration

Strict Jalur Gemilang rules risk making this one of the bleakest Merdeka days.
Two fake news, two target audiences, one root cause, DAP MP says

Two fake news, two target audiences, one root cause, DAP MP says

Both stemmed from prejudice and racism, says Syahredzan.
COMMENT | Anwar’s strongman Merdeka speech

COMMENT | Anwar’s strongman Merdeka speech

Curbing free speech for safety, stability merely enables the far religious right.