Its more likely in today’s political environment that Syariah law may be brought to exist as equal alongside civil law. If such will be the case, then Malaysia’s legal system will carry two…

Another RM5 billion must be repaid by 2039. (FMT) - The government has paid RM48.06 billion in debts incurred by 1MDB, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. Second finance minister Amir Hamzah Azizan…

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, says that he will begin his real way of ruling after the ‘honeymoon’ phase, which ends in less than two weeks. (MMO) - In a Facebook post on the…

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim expressed his disappointment and displeasure today over the incident of socks printed with the word “Allah” found for sale at a convenience chain. (MMO) -…

Blogger Wan Azri Wan Deris was served with the cause papers on Oct 31 last year but did not enter an appearance or file a defence. (FMT) - Religious affairs minister Na’im Mokhtar will apply for…

Sangkar Rasam says the grassroots are against calls for him to resign. (FMT) - Sabah PKR chairman Sangkar Rasam has shot down calls for him to resign, stating that criticism of his leadership has…

A junior leader in a local political party has been arrested by police for allegedly sexually assaulting a teenage boy in Mersing. (MMO) - It is learnt that the 36-year-old man, who is a…

"This directive was issued by the Transport Ministry, possibly in accordance with the Tourism Ministry's policy"  (NST) - Tour buses and vans from Thailand have been prohibited from bringing…

Syed Hussin's antics could be seen as undermining parties in the unity government and lead to suspicions of him regardless of his intentions. (NST) - A political analyst has cautioned the…

THE current Pahang Menteri Besar and UMNO vice-chairman Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail issued a Facebook posting labelling me a “traitor” for resigning from DAP just before the Aug 12 six states…

Selangor Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari dismissed calls for the coalition to work with Bersatu before the next general election. (NST) - This, he said, was considering the…

The Bar Council should not become 'kurang ajar' (disrespectful) by questioning the former king and Pardons Board in their decision to reduce Datuk Seri Najib Razak's jail sentence. (NST) -…

From 2002, I penned more than a dozen commentaries requesting for the accounts of the 1998 Commonwealth Games to be made public. But those responsible, including the bigwigs at Sukom Ninety Eight…

Puad Zarkashi says the motion passed by the Bar at its annual general meeting suggests the pardons board had ‘acted unfairly’ in granting Najib Razak the reduced sentence. (FMT) - There is a need…

Unlike Bersatu, not even one ordinary PAS member has left to support the Madani government. This speaks well of the ideology and political commitment of PAS members. Prof Ramasamy Palanisamy,…

DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng says PH supporters are focused on the government’s performance and the economy. (FMT) - DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng says support for Pakatan Harapan (PH) will not wane…

However, Ketereh MP Khlir Nor regrets that the confidence and supply agreement offered comes with conditions attached. (FMT) - A Perikatan Nasional lawmaker has claimed that a confidence and…

The health ministry’s admission in the Dewan Rakyat made it appear as if the tobacco and vape industry had a direct influence and helps to determine government policy (FMT) - Galen Centre for…

"The BLC proposal to compulsorily acquire 20pc of agricultural land over 50 acres and industrial land over 20 acres upon lease renewal or extension is discriminatory, legally questionable, and…

Leaves the marginalized to fend for themselves Murray Hunter The Malaysian version of “Davos’ called the 2024 Bumiputera Economic Congress was the 7th gathering of Malaysia’s elite to create…

The Court of Appeal here today upheld the High Court's decision to impose the death penalty on six men convicted of murdering deputy public prosecutor Datuk Anthony Kevin Morais nine years ago.…

“You won’t see Chinese political leaders suffer this misfortune. They know how to raise money using social clubs that operate big businesses – businesses that operate in the subterranean world…

"Why are we held hostage by those who wish to kill fun and by doing so, slowly decapitate our economy and tourism business. (The Vibes) - FORMER de facto law minister Datuk Zaid Ibrahim has…

“We cannot allow certain groups to derail Malaysia’s efforts to be more competitive in the region, especially if it’s just to boost their own individual or political standing” (FMT) - The…

The Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (Muda) said it will uphold its role as an independent third bloc and reiterated that the party will not participate in Perikatan Nasional’s (PN) nationwide…

“They use luxury cars, organise muktamar at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC), Shah Alam with a fee that is sure to reach tens of thousands of ringgit. But when it comes to debt, they don’t even…

Property developer Akbar Khan was temporarily detained and questioned by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission. The 83-year-old played a key role in the late 1990s in the repatriation of frozen…

While Chai Ko Thing does not name PAS, he warns that Malaysia will ‘lag far behind’ if politicians continue to play up racial issues. (FMT) - A Gerakan leader has criticised “certain parties” for…

The amendment is going to raise hackles among many PKR, DAP, Sarawakian and Sabah MPs but might find some support from Pas and Bersatu, who Saifuddin seems to be rather eager to please. Why go for…

Several Parti Amanah Negara (Amanah) leaders have expressed their unwillingness for the party to be a part of the Malay-Muslim pact Muafakat Nasional (MN) if it was revived. (MMO) - This…