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Progressive wage policy will be effective if made mandatory, say activist, ex-MP
The progressive wage policy can help make a real difference for people working for small businesses or contract workers, says…
Upko rebukes Hassan over remarks on Ewon’s potential resignation
Upko secretary-general Nelson Angang said a Cabinet member resigning on principle was not unusual in countries that practice the Westminster…
I’ve been unfairly singled out for prosecution, Najib tells court
Former prime minister Najib Razak is on trial on four counts of abuse of power and 21 counts of money…
Trade ties, Palestine peace on Anwar’s agenda in Trump meeting
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said his meeting with US president Donald Trump would be an opportunity to advance Malaysia’s economic…
Anwar’s remarks as PM hurt me, Dr M tells court
Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad is suing Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim over allegedly defamatory remarks made during the PKR…
Japan’s lower house appoints Takaichi as first woman PM
After overcoming numerous hurdles, Sanae Takaichi has finally become Japan’s first woman prime minister. (AFP pic) TOKYO: Japan got its…
2 men held over Kulim fireworks explosion that injured 22
Victims of the fireworks explosion in Kulim, Kedah were sent to hospital by ambulance, as seen in videos that have…
DAP leader accuses PAS man of portraying non-Malays, non-Muslims as enemies
DAP vice-chairman Syahredzan Johan (left) said PAS MP Ahmad Marzuk Shaary has no right to question the sincerity of non-Malay…
Muhyiddin rejected unity govt proposal on his own, claims Wan Fayhsal
Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal speaks to host Zaid Ibrahim on the latest episode of the latter’s…
Kelantan police probing madrasahs for money laundering
Kelantan police chief Yusoff Mamat said almost half of all madrasahs in the state are unregistered. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA:…
7-day remand extension for Bandar Utama school stabbing suspect
A 16-year-old female student was stabbed to death by a 14-year-old male student at a secondary school in Bandar Utama,…
Influenza self-test kits must be made available here, say pharmacists
The Malaysian Pharmacists Society says the introduction of influenza self-test kits would be timely and relevant given Malaysians’ increased awareness…
Trump confirms trip to Malaysia
US president Donald Trump’s upcoming trip to Asia will be his first to the region since beginning his second term…
KDM not in talks about joining new Sabah bloc, says Wetrom
KDM deputy president Wetrom Bahanda said the party will not tie up with any other party ahead of the Nov…
Singapore had no choice but to call out PAS, says minister
K Shanmugam, Singapore’s coordinating minister for national security, said PAS politicians had championed one set of Malay Muslim candidates over…
NZ seeks to ‘turbocharge’ investment ties with Malaysia, Asean
New Zealand prime minister Christopher Luxon said his country is keeping its doors open to high-skilled labour from across the…
We’re staying in Hulu Kelang, says Zoo Negara operator
Zoo Negara, which has been operating in Hulu Kelang since 1963, is home to around 4,000 animals. AMPANG: More than…
Petronas partnership lands Sabah RM2bil windfall in 2024
In 2021, the Sabah government led by Hajiji Nor signed a landmark deal with Petronas, giving the state more say,…
Two ways Malaysia Airlines can avoid conflict over serving alcohol
The issue of alcohol being served on Malaysia Airlines flights has once again been raised by PAS, which does this…
Wan Fahysal claims 2024 Bersatu polls tainted by ‘silap mata’
Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal claimed that the majority of Bersatu division chiefs did not agree to…
Much ado about ladoo: how one family keeps a sweet legacy alive
At this family home in Ara Damansara, friends and relatives gather every year to make delectable ladoo. (Muhammad Rabbani Jamian…
Gaza ceasefire exposes appalling hypocrisy of the west
So apparently we are to have peace in Gaza. A US congressman is even suggesting that Congress should award US…
Iraq bans Roblox game platform citing ‘moral values’
Around 100 million people use Roblox daily, with children under 13 making up about 40% of its 2024 users. (EPA…
Trump says Hamas will be ‘eradicated’ if group breaches Gaza deal
The US-brokered peace in Gaza repeatedly came under threat as Israel accused Hamas of delaying hostages’ return and launching attacks.…
London police will no longer investigate ‘non-crime hate incidents’
In Britain, non-crime hate incidents involve actions perceived as driven by hostility or prejudice toward people with specific characteristics. (Wiki…
Trump downplays Taiwan risk in China talks, expects fair trade deal
The United States, Taiwan’s main arms supplier and key backer, draws regular condemnation from Beijing over its support for Taipei.…
Trump says Australia will get nuclear submarines as PM visits
President Donald Trump (right) and Australian PM Anthony Albanese shake hands after an agreement signing at the White House. (AP…
Fireworks explosion victim transferred to Penang Hospital
Screenshots from a video showing victims of the fireworks explosion in Kulim, Kedah, being transported to hospital by ambulance. (Facebook…
Sarawak govt to table State Ownership Policy in November
Abang Johari Openg said the policy is to ensure that state-owned enterprises operate with commercial discipline, social responsibility, and long-term…