Malaysia Oversight
MACC summons Tei’s lawyer Mahajoth Singh

High Court throws out Mahajoth’s bid to quash MACC notices

Lawyer Mahajoth Singh had sought the High Court’s leave to commence judicial review proceedings challenging two MACC notices issued to…
DID to investigate coastal erosion in Batu Ferringhi, Tanjung Bungah

Coastal erosion in Penang linked to high tides, not reclamation, says exco

Some NGOs have claimed that the coastal erosion along Tanjung Bungah and Batu Ferringhi is linked to the Andaman Island…
Hassan Karim says Anwar’s stand on UEC grounded in law

Court reference is for clarity, not a final answer, says MP

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim says understanding the legal position is necessary before a political and commercial settlement can take…
Senior armed forces officer charged with CBT

Senior armed forces officer charged with CBT

Fauzi Kamis, the armed forces joint forces headquarters chief of staff, faces two to 20 years in prison, whipping, and…
GRS must set strict terms if BN seeks cooperation in GE16, say analysts

GRS must set strict terms if BN seeks cooperation in GE16, say analysts

Newly-minted Kinabatangan MP Kurniawan Naim Moktar acknowledged that his victory and that of BN in the recent by-elections were partly…
Ringgit rally not over yet as analysts eye rate cuts

Here’s why the ringgit strengthened

The ringgit has been strengthening over the past few months, breaching the RM4 to the US dollar level to close…
PAS should go solo in GE16 if deadlock over PN chair continues, says Hashim

PAS should go solo in GE16 if deadlock over PN chair continues, says Hashim

PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said the issue of PN’s chairmanship has gone on for too long. PETALING JAYA: PAS…
Duo unaware of Farhash’s suit till yesterday, says lawyer

Duo unaware of Farhash’s suit till yesterday, says lawyer

Lawyer Rafique Rashid Ali said his clients will ‘take further action’ after the High Court order to pay businessman Farhash…
Flexibility needed as AI outpaces regulations, say experts

Flexibility needed as AI outpaces regulations, say experts

Experts say rules to govern the use of AI must evolve to adapt to and meet prevailing risks. (Rawpixel pic)…
Why better cities are a working-class necessity

Why better cities are a working-class necessity

From Boo Jia Cher I was sitting at a mamak stall one evening. In one corner, young men in fluorescent…
Nanta to oversee entrepreneur development and cooperatives portfolio

If you don’t like Sarawak, just divorce us, says Nanta

GPS secretary-general Alexander Nanta Linggi today suggested that Peninsular Malaysia follow Sarawak’s approach to managing sensitive issues related to race,…
All is well, says Punithan despite PAS skipping PN meeting

All is well, says Punithan despite PAS skipping PN meeting

MIPP president P Punithan (right) speaking to reporters after leaving Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin’s home. With him is his deputy…
Renew driving licence or risk losing RON95 subsidy, says Loke

Petrol dealers hail move to target drivers in abuse of RON95 subsidy

Dealers said enforcement of rules to prevent abuse of subsidy for RON95 should not be left to the operators of…
Follow Japan’s strategy to reduce harm on smokers, govt urged

Follow Japan’s strategy to reduce harm on smokers, govt urged

Philip Morris Malaysia and Singapore managing director Naeem Shahab Khan said a regulated harm-reduction approach for Malaysia would be more…
PAS’s absence at key meeting signals intention to leave PN?

PAS’s absence at key meeting signals intention to leave PN?

The vehicle ferrying MIPP president P Punithan arriving for the meeting earlier this evening. PETALING JAYA: PAS president Abdul Hadi…
Decline of Malaysia’s schooling system

RM800mil early school aid funded by targeted subsidies, says Saifuddin

This year’s early schooling aid of RM150 will benefit more than 5.2 million schoolchildren. (Bernama pic) KULIM: The government’s RM800…
Open more doors for visually impaired in creative fields, says Fahmi

Open more doors for visually impaired in creative fields, says Fahmi

Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil during a town hall session at the Malaysian Association for the Blind in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur.…
Has abolishing national exams led to more student violence, asks Ramkarpal

Up to home ministry now to review Sosma, says MP over minor’s detention

Bukit Gelugor MP Ramkarpal Singh said the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 should be repealed or at least have…
M’sians travelling to India urged to be wary of Nipah virus

M’sians travelling to India urged to be wary of Nipah virus

India’s health ministry has confirmed two cases of Nipah virus in the eastern state of West Bengal. (EPA Images pic)…
PN party chiefs arrive for closely-watched meeting

PN party chiefs arrive for closely-watched meeting

MIPP president P Punithan speaking to reporters before the Perikatan Nasional party presidents meeting at Muhyiddin Yassin’s residence in Kuala…
Wan Fayhsal claims Bersatu appeals board biased against him

Suspended Bersatu man calls for Muhyiddin’s resignation over PN chairmanship claim

Suspended Bersatu Supreme Council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said he was disappointed with Muhyiddin’s actions. PETALING JAYA:…
Malaysia’s women’s singles players shine at Thailand Masters

Malaysia’s women’s singles players shine at Thailand Masters

(From left) K Letshanaa and Wong Ling Ching are currently Malaysia’s top two women’s singles players. PETALING JAYA: All three…
KK Supermart eyes RM3bil valuation for IPO

KK Supermart eyes RM3bil valuation for IPO

KK Supermart’s listing plan was put on hold after it found itself mired in controversy in early 2024. PETALING JAYA:…
E-hailing records to help curb misuse of subsidised RON95

E-hailing drivers can now renew motor vehicle licences for under 6 months

The transport ministry said e-hailing motor vehicle licences could be renewed for a minimum of one month and up to…
Explain Nizam’s appointment as armed forces chief, defence ministry told

Explain Nizam’s appointment as armed forces chief, defence ministry told

Last week, Nizam Jaffar pleaded not guilty in the sessions court to four charges of abuse of power, criminal breach…
Ex-committee members of deregistered temple cannot sue trustees, rules court

Myanmar man’s jail term doubled to 30 years for killing colleague

The Court of Appeal ruled that the trial judge erred in reducing the murder charge to culpable homicide not amounting…
BNM maintains OPR at 2.75%

BNM penalises 4 institutions for regulatory breaches

Bank Negara Malaysia said the institutions involved were MBSB Bank Bhd, Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd, Boardroom Corporate…
DID to investigate coastal erosion in Batu Ferringhi, Tanjung Bungah

Penang coastal erosion not due to reclamation, says CM

The irrigation and drainage department has confirmed the need for immediate mitigation measures in several locations, including Batu Ferringhi, Tanjung…