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Many years ‘lost’ because of political squabbling, says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said ‘only three or four people’ gain from the endless political quarrels, while the rest lose…
Oil palm replanting needed to ensure steady supply, says Johari
About 27% of oil palm plantations are owned by smallholders, said plantation and commodities minister Johari Ghani. KUALA LUMPUR: The…
MP calls for white paper on subsidy, welfare reforms
The government should revert to a cash transfer aid system as in 2012, with aid sent directly to recipients without…
Say it outside Dewan, Annuar dares Zaliha
Former federal territories minister Annuar Musa said he would rebut Dr Zaliha Mustapha’s claims at her next post-Cabinet press conference.…
E-hailing driver gets 17 years for causing death of girlfriend’s son
B Jeetendraj was accused of causing the death of U Varunesh at an apartment in Kampung Sungai Kayu Ara, Petaling…
Brewers foresee loss of tax revenue after alcohol duties go up
The brewing industry says higher excise duties are correlated with an increase in the availability of illicit beer. (Reuters pic)…
2026 budget: the key highlights
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unveiling the RM419.20 billion budget for 2026, comprising RM338.2 billion in operating expenditure and RM81 billion…
M’sia to step up efforts against anti-palm oil lobby, says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government is supporting part of the cost of replanting oil palm for smallholders to…
RM500 one-off aid for civil servants Grade 56 and below
The one-off aid will be distributed in March next year, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Anwar…
50% toll discount in conjunction with Deepavali
The toll discounts will only apply to Class 1 private vehicles and will not apply to tolls at the country’s…
Israel army says Gaza ceasefire came into effect at 0900 GMT
The war-torn Gaza landscape is set to see the return of its inhabitants, with the rebuilding process expected to begin…
Anwar flags 249 international schools found lacking in teaching BM
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim maintained that mastery of the English language in the national education system must be prioritised from…
Education ministry gets RM66.2bil allocation in Budget 2026
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said a total of 38 new schools will be built to meet local needs. PETALING JAYA:…
RM250mil set aside for PLKN in 2026
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says a pilot phase to begin in higher education institutions before full rollout in 2027. Source…
RM700mil in Budget 2026 to boost tourism
The government allocated RM60 million in the 2026 budget to support promotional activities, marketing efforts, and the organisation of tourism…
US tariffs to have bigger impact on economy in 2026
Malaysia’s exports is expected to fall by 1.38% in 2026 as a result of the US tariffs. PETALING JAYA: The…
Govt allocates RM2.3bil for airport upgrades
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the Inter-Terminal Transfer Project between KLIA Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 will also be implemented…
Over RM50bil in GLIC, public investments for 2026
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim tabled the 2026 budget in the Dewan Rakyat today. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: The government has…
Govt allocates RM419bil for 2026 budget
This is only the second time that Malaysia’s federal budget has exceeded RM400 billion. (Envato Elements pic) PETALING JAYA: The…
9 M’sian activists to be flown to Turkey this afternoon, says MyCARE
Kamarul Zaman Shaharul Anwar said MyCARE plans to send representatives to Istanbul to bring clothing and other essential items to…
Man jailed 5 months for stomping on nephew’s head
Norasmad Hussin pleaded guilty to the charge of voluntarily causing hurt in the Selayang magistrates’ court. (Bernama pic) KUALA LUMPUR:…
Speaker rejects MP’s motion to debate Fifa sanctions
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul said in his letter to Kampar MP Chong Zhemin that his rejection of the latter’s…
MACC blocks US$115mil transfer from accounts of ‘Turkish prince’
MACC said it was informed in 2011 that ‘Turkish Prince Abdullah Abdulaziz Al-Saud’ had received, transferred and used proceeds from…
Money woes a key reason for no-show doctors in Sarawak, says MMA
Almost 300 medical personnel offered positions in Sarawak failed to report for duty before Oct 1. (Envato Elements pic) PETALING…
December hearing for prosecution’s appeal against Syed Saddiq’s acquittal
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman was acquitted of criminal breach of trust, misappropriation of property, and money laundering…
5 STAR leaders who backed GRS have resigned, says Kitingan
STAR president Jeffrey Kitingan led his party out of GRS after insisting that the ruling state coalition should not proceed…
Pharmacists call for medicine stock fund in Budget 2026
The Malaysian Pharmacists Society said that ‘out of stock’ should not be the norm, stressing the need for stronger availability…
Myanmar junta says Malaysia to observe election
Myanmar junta leader Min Aung Hlaing’s government has said that polls would be held in phases, starting on Dec 28,…
Andi leaves it to GRS to decide if he’ll defend Tanjung Batu seat
Tanjung Batu assemblyman Andi Suryady Bandy was suspended from Umno for continuing to back the GRS-led state government in the…