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Former Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad speaks during a dialogue session with residents in Setiawangsa, Kuala Lumpur, June 10, 2026. — Picture by Muhammad Yusry

Malaysia / 12 h ago

‘Why should I campaign for you again?’: At first meeting since MP resignation, Setiawangsa residents look to Nik Nazmi for answers

The study, conducted from March 2024 to February 2026, found that more than 80 per cent of students aged between nine and 12 were unable to solve mathematical questions requiring basic calculation and reasoning skills. — AFP pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

UKM study finds Malaysian students struggling with basic maths as reliance on calculators and ChatGPT grows

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today reaffirmed the Unity Government’s commitment to its coalition partners. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

PM Anwar stresses Unity Government stability, rejects talk of betrayal as PAS ends Bersatu ties

The Panglima Setia Mahkota award conferred on former Felda chairman Mohd Isa Abdul Samad (pictured), which carries the title ‘Tan Sri’, was revoked by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Malaysia / 9 h ago

King revokes Isa Samad’s ‘Tan Sri’ title over corruption conviction

Umno will continue to support the Unity Government that was formed after the 15th General Election (GE15) until the next general election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Umno vows to back Unity Government until GE16, citing Sultan Ibrahim’s decree on stability, says sec-gen

Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir presents the instrument of appointment for the hereditary title of Tunku Panglima Besar to his son Tunku Zain Al-’Abidin during the investiture and proclamation ceremony at the Balairong Seri, Istana Besar Seri Menanti in Kuala Pilah, June 11, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 9 h ago

Tunku Zain named new Tunku Panglima Besar of Negeri Sembilan

Iranian media reported explosions across the country’s south near the Strait of Hormuz, the same area where US forces had already bombarded air defence, radar and other sites on Tuesday. — Reuters pic

World / 12 h ago

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed, warns all passing ships will be targeted

A nine-year-old boy was killed after being struck by an SUV. — Bernama pic/PDRM handout

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Nine‑year‑old dies after SUV hit him walking roadside near housing area in Rembau

This handout photograph taken by Global TREnD, IDSSE, seven kilometres under the sea on the deep seafloor of the Diamantina Zone in the Indian Ocean in 2023 and released on June 10, 2026, shows whale bones at the world's biggest known whale graveyard discovered by the Chinese submersible Fendouzhe. — AFP pic

Life / 12 h ago

World’s largest whale graveyard discovered by Chinese sub

Police seized a knife suspected to be the weapon used in the robbery attempt. — Picture via Unsplash/Fray Bekele

Malaysia / 7 h ago

Knife‑wielding couple nabbed after Grab driver’s throat slashed at Kota Tinggi bus terminal

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded 73 agents and company owners suspected of falsifying Daya Kerjaya 2.0 incentive claims worth about RM9 million. — Pictures courtesy of MACC

Malaysia / 5 h ago

RM9m in alleged false claims: MACC remands 73 agents, company owners in Daya Kerjaya probe

Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said the measures included the issuance of warning notices, compounds, integrated operations, investigations and enforcement action by various government agencies. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 12 h ago

Selangor MB says enforcement on illegal Rohingya flats in Hulu Langat dates back to 2016

The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) will discontinue remittance counters at all branches nationwide from July 1, 2026, shifting contribution payments fully to digital and alternative channels. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 7 h ago

No more cash counters: EPF moves contributions to apps, banks and self‑service terminals from July 1

A discipline teacher was reportedly injured after being punched by a group of students at a secondary school in Kuala Kangsar on Wednesday. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

Malaysia / 6 h ago

Students unhappy over haircut, discipline teacher allegedly ends up punched in Kuala Kangsar

A series of recent accidents involving elderly drivers, some of them fatal, has renewed public attention on the issue. — Unsplash Picture

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Is Malaysia ready for an era of ageing drivers as population grows older?

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The author argues that the Johor and Negeri Sembilan elections are being driven by a contest over identity politics, with parties trying to outdo each other as more important issues are sidelined. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

12 h ago

The Manchurian electorate in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, how big?

(From left) Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad and Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli raise their hands together on stage during the official launch of the new political branding 'BERSAMA' (Together) at the PJ Performing Arts Centre in Petaling Jaya. May 17, 2026—Picture by Raymond Manuel

04 Jun 2026

The Small Four must think big in Johor

The author argues that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is carefully timing the next general election around the political rhythms and weaknesses of rival coalitions, with signs pointing towards a 2027 poll rather than an earlier contest. ― Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

28 May 2026

Anwar feels his way to 2027 polls

A free society thrives on civil disagreements, where differences are part of its vibrancy. — Bernama pic

21 May 2026

The growing fear of the free society

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How history is taught in schools affects the tone Malaysians hold. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

14 May 2026

Our historical absolutism loses the audience

Umno leaders attend the Umno 80th Anniversary Convention at the World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur on May 2, 2026. — Bernama pic

07 May 2026

Umno’s chance to embrace the whole of Malaysia is here

A general view outside the Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly before the opening of the First Sitting of the Fourth Term of the 15th State Legislative Assembly in Seremban on April 23, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Isa

30 Apr 2026

The Negeri Sembilan impasse unveils parallel pathways

Khairy Jamaluddin (left) shares a moment with former Pasir Salak MP Datuk Seri Tajuddin Abdul Rahman on April 17, 2026. — Picture from Facebook/Dato Sri Tajuddin Rahman

23 Apr 2026

The return of Khairy

A man holds a fuel nozzle at a petrol station on March 25, 2026. — Reuters pic

16 Apr 2026

Malaysia’s daily obsession with the petrol pump

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

09 Apr 2026

Where are you going Hamzah Zainudin?

The Malayan Union lasted just two years, but the fault lines it exposed have lasted eight decades. — Picture from Facebook/446

02 Apr 2026

The Malayan Union reminder

The author argues that legal reforms are needed to ensure individuals’ decisions to donate organs are respected, reduce reliance on family consent, and allow more lives to be saved. — Freepik pic

26 Mar 2026

The dead can save lives if the living get out of the way

The Universiti Malaya crest is pictured at the entrance of its campus in Kuala Lumpur on January 22, 2024. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

19 Mar 2026

Celebrate — not fear — the brave youth of principles

When FIFA, the global overseer of football, accused FAM of fielding biologically and culturally — and I accuse emotionally — disconnected players, FAM got incensed. — Bernama pic

12 Mar 2026

The ghosts of Malaysian football

A ballot box sits on a table at a voting centre during the 15th general election at Sekolah Kebangsaan Seksyen 17 in Shah Alam on November 19, 2022. — Yusof Mat Isa pic

05 Mar 2026

GE16 in 2026, demand side view

The payments originated from the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) and Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). — Bernama pic

26 Feb 2026

Auditors add the UKM scalp, the fight is real

Sungai Besar Umno division chief Datuk Seri Jamal Md Yunos speaks during an interview at MSekin Wonderland in Sekinchan on July 12, 2023. — Picture by Hari Anggara

12 Feb 2026

Jamal, leave the towels behind, split a mandarin with Teresa Kok

Kuala Lumpur voters are capable of electing the worst kind of mayor, just as Putrajaya is likely to continue appointing mayors few Kuala Lumpur residents know. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

05 Feb 2026

An elected KL Mayor drives xenophobic politicians insane

File picture of Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman Temple in Jalan Munshi Abdullah in Masjid India area, Kuala Lumpur, March 20, 2025. — Picture by Choo Choy May

29 Jan 2026

In our land of temples

The author argues that forcing undergraduates to relearn state-approved Malaysian history will not fix decades of disengagement — and that only open, critical, debate-driven teaching can build genuine understanding in a generation raised on freer information, not indoctrination. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

22 Jan 2026

Required campus history classes: Skip propaganda, facilitate exchanges

The mural on the Lian Lee Store along Jalan Besar, Kuantan, on January 14, 2026.

15 Jan 2026

A Malaysian people or races in a country?

Umno Youth Chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh speaking at the Umno Youth special convention on January 3. — Bernama pic

08 Jan 2026

A nation of Malaysians, Akmal

Three PAS state assemblymen in Perlis whose positions were automatically vacated following the immediate termination of their party membership. — Bernama pic

01 Jan 2026

Perikatan Nasional: ’Tis the time to be unjolly

A general view of condominiums in Kuala Lumpur. u00e2u20acu201d Photo by Hari Anggara

12 May 2022

The latest Kajang Move

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05 May 2022

Bipolar PKR clueless about Malaysia First

No way out or in for the wheelchair bound at MRT Taman Suntex. April 27, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Praba Ganesan

28 Apr 2022

MRT Malaysia: Escalator gymnastics and other self-growth opportunities

A flag war between the parties contesting in the 15th Johor state election in N44 Larkin, Johor Baru, March 9, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Hari Anggara

21 Apr 2022

The Infinite Everything Tent which stands for Nothing

14 Apr 2022

EPF update: No country for old men

Malaysian flags are pictured in Putrajaya August 12, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

07 Apr 2022

The myth of the Malay spine providing us stability

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob at the launch of the 40th World Customs Day at Kompleks Kastam Kelana Jaya, January 26, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Hari Anggara

31 Mar 2022

'Apa khabar' from Malaysia

BN chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi speak to reporters at the press conference at the Barisan Nasional command center in the Johor Umno Liaison Hall, Johor Baru March 12, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Hari Anggara

24 Mar 2022

Frenemies in government: BN and PN

PKR President, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on his campaign round at Bilk Gerakan Satelit N44 Larkin, Johor Bahru, March 05, 2022. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Hari Anggarann

17 Mar 2022

Inside PKR: Who’ll ask Anwar to go?

Malaysian flags are pictured in Putrajaya August 12, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

10 Mar 2022

The unwanted election issue: Departing Malaysians

Perikatan Nasional and Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) flags are seen waving at Jalan Bachang, Melaka, November 7, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

03 Mar 2022

The Four Horsemen of Malay-Only Politics: How deep is your race love?

Muda president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman speaks at the partyu00e2u20acu2122s launch ceremony at the Connexion Conference & Events Centre in Kerinchi, February 11, 2022. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Hari Anggara

24 Feb 2022

Muda in PRN Johor: Infanticide warning

A Pakatan Harapan flag is seen along Jalan Sg Chua ahead of the Balakong by-election August 23, 2018. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

17 Feb 2022

Pakatan’s overhaul a priority if they collapse in Johor

A Malaysian flag is pictured at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur September 15, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

10 Feb 2022

BACI anyone? To balance Malaysian identities

Election Commission officials get the polling station at Dewan Badminton Kompleks Perumahan Polis Tabuan Jaya ready ahead of early voting in Kuching December 13, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

03 Feb 2022

Johor: A dress rehearsal for the general election

A customer looks at lanterns in preparation for the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration at Lebuh Carnavon in Penang, January 24, 2022. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

27 Jan 2022

Another year of luck in this land blessed with Chinese

Puteri Umno members gather for the 2021 Umno annual general assembly in Kuala Lumpur March 27, 2021. u00e2u20acu2022 Picture by Hari Anggara

20 Jan 2022

Umno stays ahead only to be rudderless

Nor Hanis Ahmad Shamsi, 29, and her husband Mohd Zulfadhli Zulkarnain, 27, together with their child 10-month-old Nur Zara Zalikha, spend their time at home following the movement control order to curb Covid-19 infection. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Farhan Najib

13 Jan 2022

Fathers — the other half of parents

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob officiates the soft launch of Keluarga Malaysia at Auditorium Angkasapuri in Kuala Lumpur October 8, 2021. u00e2u20acu201d Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

06 Jan 2022

#KeluargaMalaysia calls out for leadership

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