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Khairy also backs KL mayoral poll, says Loke
DAP secretary-general Loke Siew Fook said that Khairy Jamaluddin, a former health minister, had recently backed a proposed mayoral election…
SUPP fires back at Tiong over Sibu community leader appointments
PDP president Tiong King Sing (left) yesterday claimed that SUPP president Dr Sim Kui Hian had meddled in the appointment…
For most, EPF savings may no longer be enough
EPF’s framework defines ‘adequate’ retirement savings at RM650,000 to support a reasonable standard of living, while ‘enhanced’ savings of RM1.3…
Insurers must give notice before rejecting ‘tainted’ claims, rules court
The Court of Appeal rules insurer Alianz cannot repudiate liability to third party claimants Norbiyah Mat Aris and Rahmat Embong…
Public wants digital platforms to be more responsible
Members of the public said pre-emptive control makes the internet safer for children. KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s effort to introduce…
Is ‘Happy Thaipusam’ the right greeting?
I received many WhatsApp messages saying “Happy Thaipusam” yesterday. I’m sure many Hindus received and sent such messages, too. The…
Tun Faisal backs Bersatu-PAS ceasefire, seeks apology
Bersatu’s Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz said several ‘red lines’ had been crossed, and that there were issues that must be…
Teacher recruitment must prioritise quality, not just quantity, say academics
The ministry announced the recruitment of 20,000 new DG9-grade teachers on contract in preparation for the intake of six-year-old pupils…
Confrontation not the Muslim way, says S’gor exco man over temple disputes
Selangor executive councillor Fahmi Ngah said confrontational approaches, whether by Muslims or followers of other faiths, will only deepen division.…
Still room for PAS to squeeze Muhyiddin out, says analyst
Political analysts say PAS would like to see Muhyiddin Yassin (right) give up the Bersatu presidency for Hamzah Zainudin to…
Illegal immigrants learning Malay before being smuggled in
MMEA Kelantan director Erwan Shah Soahdi said syndicates bringing in illegal immigrants are adopting sophisticated tools such as drones to…
Subang man gets all-clear to renew passport after years of struggle
Hafiz Hamid’s troubles started in May 2018, when he was denied entry to Sarawak after going to Sibu to celebrate…
RTS Link to have 100 e-gate lanes at Bukit Chagar complex
The ICQ facilities at Bukit Chagar will reinforce the RTS Link’s objective of operating as a world-class international gateway, said…
More calls for Muhyiddin to face disciplinary board
Muhyiddin Yassin was reported to have claimed that Bersatu and PAS had agreed to abolish the PN chairman’s post, a…
Street fury and the failure of spin
Bruce Springsteen performs during a concert. His new song Streets of Minneapolis abandons metaphor in favour of direct political protest.…
Teong Kim: Only Al-Sultan Abdullah can put FAM back on its feet
Lim Teong Kim says Al-Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah has the experience and moral authority to restore credibility to FAM…
Hadi to remain PAS president, says analyst after ability called into question
Questions have arisen over Abdul Hadi Awang’s ability to lead PAS after he ruled himself out as Perikatan Nasional chairman,…
Attacks aimed at forcing Muhyiddin to step down, says ex-aide
Marzuki Mohamad said attacks on Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin have intensified from all sides, including from PAS leaders. (Facebook pic)…
Catherine O’Hara, star of ‘Schitt’s Creek’ and ‘Home Alone’, dead at 71
Actress Catherine O’Hara’s characters ranged from the deliriously theatrical Moira Rose in ‘Schitt’s Creek’ to the frantic mother in ‘Home…
Muhyiddin masterstroke exposes PAS’s leadership vacuum
From P Ramasamy I rarely agree with political analyst and academic Tajuddin Rasdi, whom I consider an establishment figure. However,…
Malek Razak takes over as armed forces chief
Malek Razak Sulaiman began his military service in 1985 as an overseas cadet officer at the Royal Military College, Sandhurst,…
Political financing — protect small donors, name the big ones, says TI-M
Outside the Dewan Rakyat, the debate on the Political Financing Bill focuses on influence of donors over political decisions. KUALA…
Bersatu will suffer if PAS goes solo, say analysts
In the 2022 general election, Bersatu won seven seats in Kelantan and Terengganu on a PAS ticket, riding on the…
Hype, haste and governance lessons from a postponed T10 cricket event
The postponement of a privately organised T10 cricket tournament in Malaysia has sparked an urgent conversation. At its core, it…
We disagree, says Hajiji on MA63 oil and gas rights issue
Sabah chief minister Hajiji Noor said the state and federal governments were still having discussions on finding the best solution…
Govt’s ageing car replacement policy a ‘modest step forward’, says expert
As of Dec 31, some 20.7% of the 19.69 million vehicles registered in Malaysia have been inactive for three years…
Techno-Huffaz: bridging faith and technical skills
Techno-Huffaz students at a Quran completion (khatam) event at Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. PETALING JAYA: Questions often arise…
NGO lodges report after dog left badly wounded in Kepong
A scene from CCTV footage shows the dog at the entrance of a factory after it suffered severe injuries. PETALING…
BAM appoints 3 new coaches to boost performance
Harry Hartono, Yeoh Kay Bin and Zakry Abdul Latif will officially assume their duties at BAM in February. KUALA LUMPUR:…