In many ways, the Malaysian authorities’ desire to force its interpretation of halal and haram appears unnatural and inconsistent with what I learned from my imams and in my own spiritual journey.…

Kok is not the only one in a long line of DAP leaders to be repeatedly targeted for statements related to Malays and Islam, which some see as an attempt by the Anwar government to show that its…

MALAYSIA’S anti-corruption agency said Mahathir Mohamad’s two eldest sons declared their assets on time in a monthslong probe targeting the 99-year-old former premier, and it’s now seeking more…

Datuk Seri Muhammad Adlan Berhan, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin's son-in-law, has yet to be located by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). (NST) - Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki…

"Perhaps he has forgotten that some politicians have mocked the decisions of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and dragged the royal institution into election campaigns" (FMT) - Sungai Petani MP Taufiq…

Halal should not be politicised and used as a source for streaming funds into the pockets of ‘Halal gangsters’. Murray Hunter Unnecessary regulation festers corruption Over the last month, a…

The government's draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) on opposition allocation was rejected by Perikatan Nasional (PN) because it was deemed unconstitutional and a restriction on freedom of…

Only elements of slander, hatred and wishful thinking were served by PAS leaders in their speeches and resolutions throughout the five days of the 70th PAS Muktamar (assembly) which ended last…

Kelantan Umno chief Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub says the coalition should not complain about the government’s performance when the state’s problems remain unresolved. (FMT) - Kelantan Umno chief Ahmad…

Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof today furnished proof to counter claims made by the opposition leader about the draft of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding opposition MP allocations. (NST)…

From year 1974 to 2023 inclusive, it is 50 years. It can be deduced that the amount due to Sabah by the end of 2023 is RM341.86 billion. Dr Chong Eng Leong The interim payment for 2025, of…

Based on history and the current calibre of federal politicians, its very difficult to be optimistic. If that is the case, we will still be discussing the same issues in a generation’s time.…

Proposal proof of Malaya-based organisations' failure to understand historical grievances of Borneo states, says professor. (The Vibes) - AN advocacy group’s proposal for 15 more Senate seats…

Pundit says party reduced to ‘regional’ organisation. (The Vibes) - UMNO must come to terms with its diminished national-level influence after suffering several significant electoral defeats…

The conditions imposed in the draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Opposition MPs’ allocations were reasonable, said DAP Parliament chief whip Nga Kor Ming today. (MMO) - Nga, who’s also…

BERSATU president Muhyiddin Yassin is under no pressure to step down despite serious allegations of corruption and sedition, observers said. (TMI) - They said the Pagoh MP and former prime minister…

They say learning to speak Mandarin or Tamil is not a sure way of wooing non-Malay support. (FMT) - A political analyst has poured cold water on a call for PAS Youth members to learn Mandarin…

This Malaysia Day is a good as any, to reflect on your real value as a human being. Jayanath Appudurai The two key insuperable challenges (at least for now) faced not just by Malaysians but…

DPM says no govt decision to mandate F&B outlets to comply with requirement. (The Vibes) - DEPUTY Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stated that non-Muslim business…

Umno vice-president Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail says any proposal on cooperation, including reviving MN, must involve discussions with the party president. (FMT) - PAS must engage with Umno president…

Umno secretary-general Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki responded to PAS’ apparent overtures to renew cooperation by likening it to a marriage proposal with a potentially deal-breaking condition.…

PAS decided to exclude Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi from its proposed renewal of cooperation with Umno due to his ongoing legal issues, despite being granted a discharge not amounting to an…

The Mahkota state by-election on Sept 28 will feature a straight fight between candidates from Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN). (MMO) - BN has nominated Kluang UMNO youth…

This group challenges the influence IKRAM within government Murray Hunter Over the last day, it’s become very evident that there are many within the executive government, civil service, JAKIM,…

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s administration faces significant hurdles in fully implementing the Malaysia Agreement 1963, including ensuring he does not further alienate Malay support on the…

Sarawakians would never accept PAS’s ideologies. (FMT) - PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man recently proposed that the party look into forming a political pact in Sabah and Sarawak.…

National Council of Professors fellow Azmi Hassan says PN is not willing to wait three years until the next general election to win federal power. (FMT) - An analyst claims that Perikatan…

The Perikatan Nasional chairman says an announcement on the draft MoU will be made soon. (FMT) - The government’s draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) on constituency fund allocations for…

CM comments on DAP sec-gen suggesting leadership duo of Steven Sim, Lim Hui Ling. (The Vibes) - PENANG Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who is set to relinquish his state DAP chairmanship next…

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan’s suggestion for non-Muslim eateries without halal certification to turn away Muslim patrons is labelled ‘half-baked’. (FMT) - Two restaurant groups have…