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Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad (second from right) speaks at a press conference after attending the ‘Meet Consumer Day’ programme at Indera Mulia Stadium in Ipoh, Perak. — Picture by John Bunyan

Humanitarian approach towards Rohingya not a sign of weakness, says Perak MB

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed that the government was committed to handling the matter responsibly, prudently and based on facts, with clear priorities. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

‘We cannot manage what we do not know’: Saifuddin admits refugee data gap, pledges biometric fix

Penang Pakatan Harapan (PH) hopes to field more women candidates in the next state election, although identifying a sufficient number of suitable and willing candidates remains a challenge, said its chairman Chow Kon Yeow. — Bernama pic

Chow: Penang Pakatan wants more women in the race but finding willing candidates still proves tricky

Higher Education director-general Datuk Prof Dr Azlinda Azman (centre) said IPTAs today cannot focus solely on academic achievements. — Bernama pic

Higher Education D-G says universities must deliver tangible impact, not just achievements that look good on paper

Former Damansara MP Tony Pua said he is likely to be charged over his Rukun Negara Facebook post and is prepared to defend himself in court. — Bernama pic

‘Prepared to defend my innocence’: Tony Pua says likely to be charged over Rukun Negara post

Police will deploy extra personnel and resources to ensure smooth conduct of the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said today. — Bernama pic

Police gear up for Johor, Negeri Sembilan elections, says IGP

Banks in Malaysia will waive the RM1 fee for interbank cash withdrawals at Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and Smart Recycler Machines (SRMs) nationwide beginning July 1, 2026. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa

Banks scrap RM1 interbank ATM fee from July, giving Malaysians unlimited free withdrawals nationwide

Police also seized various gambling equipment, including a Texas Hold’em casino table, hundreds of gambling chips, playing cards, RM4,904 in cash, laptops and a karaoke audio system. — Picture by Choo Choy May

Police bust mini casino, online gambling operation in Bukit Jalil luxury condo, arrest 15

AirBorneo has clarified that it has not submitted an application for a direct Kuching-Bangkok service and that no such route has been formally confirmed at this stage. — Picture via Facebook/AirBorneo Airways

Reports of Kuching–Bangkok slots premature, AirBorneo says focus remains on intra‑Borneo recovery

Magistrate Roshayati Radellah instead fixed June 22 for mention of the case to allow a Japanese-speaking interpreter to be present in court. — Reuters pic

Five Japanese men in Penang scam probe unable to enter plea as language hurdle delays court proceedings

The Ministry of Economy is set to deliver a ministerial statement addressing the global energy crisis and worldwide supply chain disruptions when Parliament reconvenes on June 22, Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir confirmed. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Parliament set for fiery debate as Economy Minister tackles energy crunch and supply chain shocks

According to the joint press release by Muda and PSM, the Progressive Bloc will focus on presenting progressive policy proposals to voters in both states. It said the proposed policies are forward-looking and centred on public welfare regardless of race, in line with the Federal Constitution. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Muda, PSM form Progressive Bloc for Johor and N. Sembilan state polls

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) is inviting registered landowners, developers and members of the public to submit applications for amendments to the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL2040). — Picture by Hari Anggara

DBKL invites landowners and public to propose changes to Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040

Negeri Sembilan MB’s press secretary Ahmad Shahir Mohd Shah has issued an apology to the Undang Yang Empat over remarks made at the Pakatan Harapan state election machinery launch on Saturday involving a title linked to the Undang institution. — Picture from Facebook/Ahmad Shahir

N. Sembilan MB’s press secretary apologises to Undang rulers over Anthony Loke ‘Tok Undang’ remark

Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching during her keynote address at the industry dialogue themed ‘Balancing Virality and Responsibility: Journalism Amid Speed, Trust and Impact’ in Putrajaya, June 15, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia must boost media literacy as AI reshapes information landscape, says deputy communications minister