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Ex-Goldman, Rothschild banker stands trial to appeal 1MDB fine
1MDB was originally intended as a development fund to finance big infrastructure projects and spur economic growth in Malaysia. (Reuters…
Taiping prison officer admits ‘losing self-control’ after inmates’ verbal threats
Suhakam chairman Hishamudin Yunus and commissioner Farah Nini Dusuki are leading a panel overseeing an inquiry into claims that about…
CCTV footage contradicts warden’s claim in Suhakam inquiry
Suhakam is investigating the alleged abuse at Taiping prison, which is believed to have resulted in the death of one…
Women’s group demands action against doctor accused of sexual crimes
WCC called on the health ministry to investigate the doctor and urged the Malaysian Medical Council to suspend his medical…
Govt reviewing proposal to abolish articled clerk route, says Kulasegaran
Deputy law and institutional reform minister M Kulasegaran said the proposal was submitted to the government by the Legal Profession…
Over 80 police reports filed against Penang firm over alleged union busting tactics
Only 2,748 out of 6,345 eligible workers ultimately participated in a ballot to gauge union support among employees. (AP pic)…
Delaying SST expansion would jeopardise fiscal stability, Anwar tells Guan Eng
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the SST’s expansion is expected to generate RM5 billion in additional revenue in the second…
Court removes Anwar, govt as parties in Mukhriz’s tax bill suit
Mukhriz Mahathir is challenging notices issued by LHDN to him last year demanding that he pay RM5.02 million in tax…
Illogical to put FT dept under Zahid, says Save KL
The federal territories ministry was formed in 1979 to align Kuala Lumpur’s development with that of the Klang Valley. (Envato…
Check your facts, DAP man tells MCA chief on RM100 cash aid
DAP’s Lim Lip Eng said it is ‘unacceptable’ for MCA president Wee Ka Siong to misunderstand the matter of unused…
Hamas confirms it responded to latest Gaza truce proposal
Protesters gather outside the US Embassy branch in Tel Aviv, demanding an end to the war and the immediate release…
Dr M denied the chance to vindicate himself over Batu Puteh, lawyers say
Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad said he does not need to be granted immunity in the Batu Puteh issue…
Employee vigilance critical in scam prevention, say IT experts
Murugason R Thangaratnam says job advertisements and corporate websites often disclose sensitive details about a company’s internal tools and vendors,…
Dental body lodges report over ‘defamatory’ blog posts
Malaysian Dental Association president Dr Chong Zhen Feng has filed a police report over alleged attempts to defame the association…
Kawaguchi facing charges over unpaid worker wages, says source
Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd is facing charges for failing to pay outstanding wages to 249 former employees, according to a…
Pakistani man charged with sodomy, sexual assault, robbery
Pakistani national Muhammad Hassan was charged in the Shah Alam sessions court today. PETALING JAYA: A Pakistani man pleaded not…
When club musicians fall, Danny Sandhu is there to catch them
Danny Sandhu (left) handing over the cash to cancer-stricken Johan Chong after the fundraiser last week. (Ice pic) PETALING JAYA:…
Man arrested over Puchong abduction
Screenshots from the viral video showing a man being forced into a lorry by three people. PETALING JAYA: A 32-year-old…
Macron sues influencer over claim France’s first lady was born male
President Emmanuel Macron and wife Brigitte sued US right-wing influencer and podcaster Candace Owens over claims France’s first lady is…
Israeli lawmakers pass symbolic motion on West Bank annexation
Israeli lawmakers passed a motion in parliament calling for the imposition of Israeli sovereignty over the occupied West Bank. (EPA…
Trump admin unveils AI strategy to maintain US dominance
The ‘America’s AI Action Plan’ outlined an aggressive, low-regulation strategy to boost big tech’s race to stay ahead of China.…
Israel denies Gaza ‘mass starvation’ accusations
An Israeli soldier guards a truck loaded with aid for Gaza at the Kerem Shalom crossing in southern Israel. (EPA…
Audit dept asked to be allowed to skip PAC meetings, says committee chief
PAC chairman Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said the national audit department is not the subject of an investigation, but acts as…
Sabahans ‘numb’ over delays in infrastructure projects, says Warisan MP
Kota Belud MP Isnaraissah Munirah Majilis criticised contractors and lobbyists for contributing to the chronic delays in completing infrastructure projects…
Groups warn of productivity losses from Sept 15 additional public holiday
The Malaysian Employers Federation said while it appreciates national celebrations and commemorations, such observances must be balanced with economic realities…
Court to hear Thai’s media blackout bid before defamation trial begins
Supermax co-founders Stanley Thai and Tan Bee Geok were married in 1987, but are in the midst of divorce proceedings.…
Anwar trying to address public dissatisfaction ahead of rally, says opposition
Acting Muda president Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz said her party will not stop members from attending Saturday’s rally, while PAS…
E-hailing firms Maxim, inDrive granted 3-month probation
In May, Apad revoked inDrive Malaysia’s operating licence after it reportedly failed to comply with regulations introduced by the agency…
Mid-air brawl erupts on AirAsia X flight from KL to Chengdu
The incident saw punches thrown mid-way through the four-hour journey on flight D7326 on Monday, prompting an investigation by Chinese…