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MACC officers escort two suspects at the Putrajaya Magistrates’ Court April 9, 2026, where they were remanded over an alleged RM300 million share transaction scandal. — Picture courtesy of MACC

Malaysia / 10 h ago

MACC remands former CEO, chairman over RM300m share deal scandal

People are seen outside The Ship restaurant in Kuala Lumpur in this undated photograph. — The Ship pic

Life / 9 h ago

The Ship weighs anchor: Once-iconic 90s steakhouse to scuttle Bukit Bintang, Jalan Sri Bahari outlets

Choosing to reduce eating out first seems to be the easier or more obvious choice for Malaysians when living costs rise. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Here’s why Malaysians will cut out cafes, eating out first, but not food deliveries in economic pinch

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories), Hannah Yeoh said ‘Bangun KL’ is part of efforts to improve mobility and urban living in the capital. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Hannah Yeoh: ‘Bangun KL’ initiative aims to reduce peak-hour traffic through earlier commutes

The author argues that Hamzah Zainudin’s post-Bersatu trajectory is marked by indecision and lack of direction, with his failure to articulate a clear political path risking his relevance as support within Perikatan Nasional wanes and rivals move to fill the vacuum. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Opinion / 16 h ago

Where are you going Hamzah Zainudin?

Immigration Department deputy director-general (Operations) Datuk Lokman Effendi Ramli said Immigration officers conduct a raid at an entertainment outlet in Jalan Imbi, Kuala Lumpur, where 69 foreign nationals were detained. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 15 h ago

Rooftop chases, midnight raid: Immigration nabs 69 in Jalan Imbi crackdown, most working as GROs

Global PET resin shortage looms as US-Iran tensions disrupt petrochemical supply chains, threatening plastic packaging production worldwide. — Shutterstock pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Got milk, no bottle: US-Iran war causes plastic resin crunch, packaging crisis in Malaysia

The wanted South Korean fraud suspect (left) and his two at their Horizon Hills residence near Johor Bahru during a raid by the Johor Immigration Department officers on April 8, 2026. — Picture courtesy of the Johor Immigration Department

Malaysia / 11 h ago

Johor Immigration finds wanted South Korean man in Horizon Hills home, Filipina helper also caught overstaying

The Human Resources Ministry said the private sector must implement flexible working arrangements in phases with clear guidelines. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 10 h ago

HR Ministry: Private sector FWA must be implemented in accordance with Employment Act 1955

There will continue to be a stable supply of groceries in Malaysia, so no need to ‘panic buy’, Malaysia’s local retail sector said. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Malaysians won’t stop shopping because of Iran war; impact of Covid-19 more immediate, retail sector says

A stray cat eats at a cemetery in Nicosia on June 14, 2023. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Over 40 dead cats found in Subang Jaya apartment, dozens more emaciated

Rundle Street Coffee is a one-man show run by barista founder Keith Liew. — Picture courtesy of Rundle Street Coffee

Eat-drink / 16 h ago

From boardrooms to brews: The story behind Rundle Street Coffee in Happy Mansion, PJ

Data compiled by Bloomberg showed that prices of butadiene, a key component in disposable gloves, have surged nearly 70 per cent since the conflict began, accounting for more than half of nitrile latex costs. — Pexels.com pic

Money / 16 h ago

Malaysian glove maker WRP to wind down operations as Iran war drives costs, supply crunch

Authorities prosecuted Siti Munirah Muhamad for possession of pornographic content under the Penal Code. — Picture by Hari Anggara

Malaysia / 8 h ago

Kelantan woman fined RM2,000 for storing pornographic videos on phone

Tourists is seen at Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur. Tourism players in Malaysia are adjusting packages and pricing amid higher fuel costs, as Matta says the industry is pivoting to stay resilient. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 15 h ago

War jitters hit travel, but Matta says Malaysia’s tourism industry is pivoting to stay afloat

What You Think

4 h ago

Let not the hatred of a people lead you to injustice. Be just! — Hafiz Hassan

Given that India, which gave us the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) and the law on arrest, has amended its CPC and therefore its law on arrest way back at the turn of the millennium, are we content with being stuck with a century-old law? — Pexels pic

APRIL 9 — In “Isn’t it time to reform the law on arrest?” I called on the people’s representatives – better known as MPs – to raise the matter of reforms to the law on arrest in Parliament.The call goes to civil societies as well.Given that India, which gave us the...

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An illustration shows a map of the Strait of Hormuz and a 3D printed oil pipeline on March 23, 2026. — Reuters pic

What You Think / 15 h ago

Being gracious is different from being gratuitous in high-wire diplomacy in West Asia — Phar Kim Beng

Workers work at a residential area under construction at Puncak Alam in Selangor on November 1, 2018. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

What You Think / 15 h ago

Malaysia’s sustainable construction needs integrated finance, not fragmented incentives — Zafira Nadia Maaz and Nor Amaleena Mazlan

Members of the public attend the Rumah Terbuka Hari Raya Bersama Mekdi 2026 event at the McDonald’s Bandar Baru Bangi Drive Thru in Selangor on April 3, 2026. — Bernama pic

What You Think / 15 h ago

Malaysia is not as divided as we think, until we make it so — Ben Fong Kok Seng

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A person looks at social media on a mobile phone on October 24, 2025. — AFP pic

15 h ago

What you keep to yourself — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

A person holds a sign that reads, “Trump Must Go Now!”, during a protest against the US-Israeli conflict with Iran in New York City on April 7, 2026. — Reuters pic

15 h ago

Damning shame when Trump was not denounced for his apocalyptic threat — Hafiz Hassan

A general view of the “Himpunan Rider Madani” event is seen at Laman MBPJ in Petaling Jaya, Selangor on July 22, 2023. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

1d ago

Political economy is the fight of our time — Ahmad Ibrahim

Malaysian Ringgit notes are pictured on January 30, 2026. — Picture by Choo Choy May

1d ago

What money can’t measure when it comes to poverty — Nik Zirwatul, Shuhaida Salleh

Japan’s response to similar vulnerabilities has been to redesign supply chains—not for maximum efficiency, but for maximum reliability. — AFP pic

2d ago

The world on fire amidst fuel, food, fertilisers and animal feed disruption — why Japan can step forward — Phar Kim Beng

The research building of the Shahid Beheshti University, which was damaged by a strike, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 4, 2026. — Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency) handout pic via Reuters

2d ago

The US and Israel are committing obvious war crimes while the world largely remains silent — Valiollah Mohammadi

Visitors at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building in Kuala Lumpur on February 2, 2026. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

2d ago

Museums are our next economic frontier — Mustapa Mohamed

According to the author, aquaculture is too important to fail. As our planet’s population grows and our oceans strain under pressure, we need farmed fish. — Picture via Twitter/Bernama

2d ago

The hidden cost of putting fish on your dinner plate — Ahmad Ibrahim

The author argues that the West Asia crisis has already triggered lasting structural disruptions to energy, supply chains and global markets, making future studies and long-term strategic planning essential for Malaysia and Asean to prepare for sustained uncertainty. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

06 Apr 2026

With or without a ceasefire: The West Asia crisis demands Malaysians to take future studies seriously — Phar Kim Beng

The author argues that reckless driving can meet the legal threshold for murder under Section 300(d) of the Penal Code when the offender knowingly engages in imminently dangerous conduct likely to cause death, supporting the decision to pursue murder charges in fatal road incidents. — Bernama pic

06 Apr 2026

Driving that kills: When the law stops calling it an accident — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that Malaysia’s current dependency laws under the Civil Law Act limit compensation for wrongful death to purely financial losses, raising broader questions about whether the legal system adequately reflects the true value of a human life and the need for reform. — Bernama pic

06 Apr 2026

Fatal motor accident: It’s about the worth of a life — Hafiz Hassan

The author argues that establishing a sovereign wealth fund is key for Sabah to turn its resource revenues into long-term financial assets, reduce dependence on federal funding, and secure sustainable, inclusive economic growth for future generations. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

06 Apr 2026

Sabah sovereign wealth fund as means of empowering state fiscal capacity — Firdausi Suffian

A worker cleans up an oil spill at a beach in Ventanilla, Peru. The authors argue that early detection is critical in preventing small oil leaks from escalating into major environmental crises, highlighting how faster, on-site screening using bioluminescent bacteria could significantly improve response times and reduce damage to marine ecosystems and coastal economies. — Reuters pic

06 Apr 2026

Catching oil spills before they become disasters — Arash Rasti and Khor Sook Mei

The author argues that oil is not just a raw commodity but a complex system whose refining and distribution underpin transport, agriculture and industry, warning that disruptions — especially along key routes like the Strait of Hormuz — can trigger cascading economic shocks across global supply chains. — Reuters pic

06 Apr 2026

Oil is never just oil: When refining fails, the world falters — Phar Kim Beng

A live view of ships navigate busy international waters near the Strait of Hormuz, illustrating the critical role of maritime trade in global supply chains. — Screengrab of Ship Finder

05 Apr 2026

War is bad for the global economy; Asean must find its voice immediately — Phar Kim Beng

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