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MCMC will assist probe into blackmail threat against PKR MPs

MCMC will assist probe into blackmail threat against PKR MPs

Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said MCMC will assist the police investigation as the technical agency. (Bernama pic) BUKIT MERTAJAM: The…
Bersatu facing ‘chronic illness’, says Muhyiddin’s ex-aide

Bersatu facing ‘chronic illness’, says Muhyiddin’s ex-aide

Bersatu faces internal discord over its leadership and direction ahead of GE16, with reports of differing opinions among its leaders…
Right candidate, non-Malay support will help win 80 seats, says PAS grassroots

Right candidate, non-Malay support will help win 80 seats, says PAS grassroots

Delegates at PAS’s Muslimat congress are confident the party can achieve its target of winning 80 parliamentary seats in the…
Alleged Malaysian vape kingpin held in S’pore remand for nearly 1 year

Alleged Malaysian vape kingpin held in S’pore remand for nearly 1 year

Alleged vape kingpin Chua Wee Ming (not in pic) faces multiple charges, including that of cheating and attempting to obstruct…
Sanusi not pressured to skip PAS veep race, says Takiyuddin

PAS wants PN top post but smarter play would be for it to wait

From Terence Netto It comes as no surprise that PAS has signalled it wants the top post in Perikatan Nasional.…
Taufiq Johari becomes latest PKR MP targeted in AI-generated blackmail scheme

Taufiq Johari becomes latest PKR MP targeted in AI-generated blackmail scheme

Sungai Petani MP Taufiq Johari described the blackmail attempt as a ‘serious act of cybercrime intended to tarnish my reputation…
Malaysia Day commemorates our unity in diversity, says Ismail Sabri

Malaysia Day commemorates our unity in diversity, says Ismail Sabri

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says the country must develop a culture of unity between the different races that exist in Malaya,…
‘Bold wave’ of healthcare reforms being implemented, says minister

‘Bold wave’ of healthcare reforms being implemented, says minister

Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad said amendments to the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act 1998 (Act 586), specifically the Seventh…
Pre-arrest probe, stricter protocols can reduce custodial deaths, cops told

Pre-arrest probe, stricter protocols can reduce custodial deaths, cops told

The courts tend to award damages of up to RM500,000 for cases involving a death in custody, says a lawyer.…
Prove sincerity, start Mandarin, Tamil classes in PAS-run preschool, says DAP MP

Prove sincerity, start Mandarin, Tamil classes in PAS-run preschool, says DAP MP

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng pointed out that Mandarin and Tamil have long been offered as additional subjects in national…
A brazen new world of toxic meritocracy and ruthless oligarchs

A brazen new world of toxic meritocracy and ruthless oligarchs

In a very recent US media interview, the CEO of McDonald’s said something shocking. In explaining the company’s declining sales,…
Bersatu must offer Malaysians a new deal, says Saifuddin

UPU is tried and tested, says former deputy minister

Saifuddin Abdullah said public university admission is based on academic performance and extracurricular activities, assessed on a 90:10 ratio. PETALING…
Lessons from Nepal for Malaysians

Lessons from Nepal for Malaysians

The visuals coming out of Nepal have been very disturbing: buildings burning, ministers being attacked and their houses being vandalised…
Israeli hostages forum says Netanyahu ‘obstacle’ to ending Gaza war

Israeli hostages forum says Netanyahu ‘obstacle’ to ending Gaza war

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum urged an end to Benjamin Netanyahu’s alleged stalling tactics to remain in power. (EPA…
Romania, Poland scramble aircraft as drones strike Ukraine

Romania, Poland scramble aircraft as drones strike Ukraine

Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets late to monitor the situation following the strikes over the border in Ukraine. (EPA…
Rubio says Qatar strike ‘not going to change’ US-Israel ties

Rubio says Qatar strike ‘not going to change’ US-Israel ties

US secretary of state Marco Rubio said talks with Israel must address the Qatar strike and its effect on Gaza…
France’s new PM courts the left a day after ratings downgrade

France’s new PM courts the left a day after ratings downgrade

France’s credit downgrade adds difficulty to Sebastien Lecornu’s task of drafting next year’s budget for a likely minority government. (EPA…
Our GP system is a national asset, don’t dismantle it

New MMA chief calls for doctors to lead in policy-making

MMA’s new president has pledged to empower doctors, advocate fair policies, including GP fees, and reclaim professional autonomy. PETALING JAYA:…
Cherish our diversity, don’t fear it, says Anwar

Cherish our diversity, don’t fear it, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the minister of tourism, art and culture, Tiong King Sing, with participants of the Malaysia…
Penang city council under fire after auctioning farmer’s cattle

Penang city council under fire after auctioning farmer’s cattle

A Parti Rakyat Malaysia leader in Penang said a Tanjung Tokong farmer’s cattle were auctioned despite his denials that the…
Blackout in Sabah’s east coast districts

Blackout in Sabah’s east coast districts

Sandakan town was plunged in darkness after power outages occurred in the east coast districts of Sabah today. (Bernama pic)…
PAS ulama chief defends links with Waytha, Ramasamy

PAS ulama chief defends links with Waytha, Ramasamy

PAS ulama council chief Ahmad Yahaya says there is no issue if the loose coalition does not come between the…
Wait just a while for cheaper RON95, says PM

Wait just a while for cheaper RON95, says PM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim with participants of an event in Johor Bahru to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the Reformasi…
My son was dragged, stabbed with syringe in attack, says Rafizi

Rafizi tells of blackmail bid using doctored sex video

Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli suggested the email may have been an attempt to hack his electronic devices, after many…
Anwar to attend emergency Islamic summit on Doha attack

Anwar to attend emergency Islamic summit on Doha attack

Israel bombed buildings in Doha which housed several members of the Hamas political bureau on Sept 9, killing five Hamas…
Not abolition of matriculation but merger with STPM, says student group

Not abolition of matriculation but merger with STPM, says student group

A student group at Universiti Malaya said its calls for an integrated entrance system was not racial in nature but…
It’s about merit, student body says on Edward Wong issue

Students with grievances should use appeal channels, says uni boss

University entrance policies have been in the public eye since an STPM student questioned why he had failed to gain…
Petronas says no disruption to LNG supplies at Bintulu amid potential threat

Sarawak to tighten security after ’empty threat’ in Bintulu

On Sept 9, police said a Petronas employee in Bintulu had received several threats from a stranger, prompting him to…