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The house at 38 Oxley Road in Singapore was where the country’s founding father Lee Kuan Yew and other early leaders of the People’s Action Party met to lay the groundwork for Singapore’s independence. — File pic

Singapore / 11 h ago

Singapore government takes possession of Lee Kuan Yew’s home after decade-long family feud

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attends the launch ceremony of the Sahabat Usahawan Madani Carnival at Cycledios, Pantai Batu 1 in Port Dickson, July 31, 2026. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Tabung Haji RCI report: Anwar questions 13-month bonus payout, calls it breach of trust

A three-member Federal Court bench unanimously dismissed Kunaseegaran’s application for a review of his conviction and sentence. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Death sentence stands for former Army pathologist Kunaseegaran convicted of killing DPP Kevin Morais

Eight foreign nationals were arrested at a luxury condominium allegedly used to offer fraudulent Japan travel packages online. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 13 h ago

Penang police bust Japan travel scam call centre in luxury condominium

Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said he was consulting the State Legal Adviser to verify the allegations before any further action is taken. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 19 h ago

Selangor Speaker to clarify assemblyman’s status on Aug 3, says MB

Malaysia Airlines reserves its comment on its pilot being caught for a narcotics-related offence by the Indonesian authorities but noted that the airline takes such allegations seriously. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Malaysia Airlines reserves comment, pledges full cooperation with Indonesian authorities on pilot’s alleged drug case

British trip-hop band Massive Attack is under investigation in Singapore for unlicensed public display of Palestine’s flag during its only concert in the country at the Star Theatre on July 29, 2026. — Picture from Instagram/massiveattackofficial

Singapore / 19 h ago

Massive Attack rocks Singapore stage, but Palestinian flag sparks investigation

A Malaysian pilot risks the death penalty in Indonesia after being arrested at Jakarta’s international airport with more than 70,000 ecstasy tablets in his suitcase, according to police who said today the man was on drugs while flying a passenger plane. — Unsplash pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

Malaysian pilot accused of smuggling 70,000 ecstasy tablets into Jakarta, risks death penalty, say Indonesian police

According to the author, while Umno, MCA and MIC may work with PAS-led PN for electoral gains, restoring Barisan Nasional to its former dominance would require more than just political calculations. — Picture by Farhan Najib

What You Think / 12 h ago

Umno, MCA and MIC cannot resurrect BN via PAS-led Perikatan: Here’s why — Phar Kim Beng

Rapid KL said the extension would give commuters more time to familiarise themselves with the new system while encouraging greater use of public transport for daily travel. — Picture by Firdaus Latif

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Rapid KL extends free rides on LRT3 Shah Alam line until Aug 14

A total of 859,760 registered voters are eligible to cast ballots in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 14 h ago

Undecided voters and turnout take centre stage in Negeri Sembilan’s final campaign hours

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has received four reports related to alleged cash handouts during the Negeri Sembilan State Election. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

Malaysia / 15 h ago

MACC receives four reports of alleged cash handouts in Negeri Sembilan polls

Malaysia’s population density also rose to 104 persons per square kilometre in 2026 from 103 persons per square kilometre in 2025, with Kuala Lumpur recording the highest density at 8,574 persons per square kilometre. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

Malaysia / 17 h ago

Malaysia hits 34.4 million population; Selangor largest, Terengganu fastest-growing as 12 states enter ageing status, says Stats Dept

MACC chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abd Halim Aman said the investigation was launched following Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s call for enforcement agencies to take appropriate action based on the findings of the recently released RCI report. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 17 h ago

MACC begins Tabung Haji RCI probe, sends eight officers to review documents

Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban said authorities would track down all affected pass holders but declined to reveal their locations to avoid jeopardising the operation. — Bernama pic

Malaysia / 16 h ago

MyIMMs hack: Immigration Dept to revoke all fraudulently approved work passes

Opinion

Whether or not the running down of multiculturalism persists after the elections, that is really in the hands of voters, both those who stomach haters and those who’ve lost the love. — Bernama file pic

1d ago

N9: An election devoid of substance

'Kokuho' is captivating in many ways due to how much visible effort has been put into its creation. — Media Castle/Kokuho film pic

2d ago

On ‘Kokuho’: Like kabuki, there is a beauty in taking your time

Visitors walk past the MyKad and JPN signage at the National Registration Department (JPN) in Putrajaya, September 23, 2025. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

23 Jul 2026

Stateless at home: Killing them softly

A cancer follow-up may only cost RM5 in Malaysia's public healthcare system, but it can still take half a day, multiple queues, and plenty of patience. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon

22 Jul 2026

Malaysian public hospitals are trapped firefighting, caught in inefficient loops

The Columnists

What you think

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim attending a meet-and-greet session with Indian students at Universiti Malaya in this file picture dated May 10, 2026. The author argues that young Malaysians and minority communities should hold the government accountable by measuring promises against actual outcomes. — Bernama pic

8 h ago

Multiple ways with which all rakyat, especially Indians and Orang Asli, can hold Pakatan to account in Negeri Sembilan and beyond — Phar Kim Beng

On August 1, voters in Negeri Sembilan will make their choice. Political parties will celebrate victories or reflect upon defeats. Supporters will rejoice, while others will inevitably feel disappointed. Such emotions are natural in every democracy. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

9 h ago

August 1 leads to August 31: We are always Malaysians, win, lose or draw — Phar Kim Beng

According to the author, while Umno, MCA and MIC may work with PAS-led PN for electoral gains, restoring Barisan Nasional to its former dominance would require more than just political calculations. — Picture by Farhan Najib

12 h ago

Umno, MCA and MIC cannot resurrect BN via PAS-led Perikatan: Here’s why — Phar Kim Beng

File picture of Rohingya refugees at the Kuala Lumpur Contingent Police Headquarters (IPK) on July 28, 2026, after being moved from outside the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office in Jalan Bukit Petaling. — Bernama pic

14 h ago

Malaysia must prove Rohingya returns are safe, voluntary and dignified — Hakam

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The author argues that Chinese web movies have become an overlooked source of world-class action cinema, with Xie Miao emerging as a new international martial arts star worthy of wider recognition. — Picture courtesy of Antenna Entertainment

18 Jul 2026

Spotlight firmly on Xie Miao with the release of ‘The Furious’ and ‘Fight Against Evil 3’

The author argues that PAS is pursuing a long-term strategy centred on Malay-Muslim political consolidation, warning that identity-based politics risks deepening national divisions at the expense of governance and unity. — Picture by Sayuti Zainudin

16 Jul 2026

PAS’ kamikaze actions geared to one nation antics

The author argues that hardship should not be romanticised, with people pressured to find ‘silver linings’ in terrible situations. — Unsplash pic

15 Jul 2026

When the world is on fire, be the rain

Referee Michael Oliver speaks with Dani Olmo #10 of Spain during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Spain and Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on July 10, 2026 in Inglewood, California. — Getty Images via AFP pic

11 Jul 2026

Controversial refereeing and VAR decisions are part of the Beautiful Game

Tinkering is something worth doing but fear holds people back. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni

08 Jul 2026

Where I attempt to fix a computer to fix another computer

Universities and colleges should treat out of campus transition as seriously as they treat the transition in. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

05 Jul 2026

Quarter-life crisis: When ‘What now?’ hits Malaysian youths hard

Party flags are seen in Johor Bahru ahead of the 16th Johor state election on July 11. The author argues that public election debates strengthen democracy by allowing voters to scrutinise competing leaders directly, rejecting the view that such exchanges are unnecessary or counterproductive. — Bernama pic

02 Jul 2026

Beating you down with words, the dangers of debates to elections

The author argues that Sabah’s strained healthcare system and the crushing cost of cancer treatment expose deep inequalities, urging greater investment in public healthcare over profit-driven priorities. — Pexels pic

01 Jul 2026

Sabah’s hospitals are struggling; I feel guilty for being alive thanks to KL healthcare

‘I would generalise this advice to caution any driver from parking their car under any tree for prolonged periods of time.’ — Bernama pic

27 Jun 2026

Hiking accidents, flooded parking lots and other cases ‘paranoia’ may have helped prevent

How not to be incensed when Bersama chooses to unveil its 15 candidates tomorrow evening, 12 hours from the nomination deadline. — Picture by Raymond Manuel

25 Jun 2026

Bersama goes literal, joins the chorus, refuses to write its own song

According to the author, the urge to hike, camp or pursue other recreational activities in Nature is our bodies telling us what is good for our health. — Pexels.com pic

24 Jun 2026

A walk in the forest is better than an apple for cancer?

File picture of Malaysians casting their votes at a polling station during the 15th Malaysia general election at Sekolah Kebangsaan Puncak Alam 2 on November 19, 2022. — Picture by Miera Zulyana

18 Jun 2026

Progressives get to test waters in Johor and Negeri Sembilan

Follow-up appointments are now an unavoidable part of my life but hey, I can play games while waiting. — Picture by Erna Mahyuni

17 Jun 2026

Beating the cancer boss: Healing isn’t quite ‘Final Fantasy’

A scene from ‘Teach You a Lesson’ featuring Kim Mu-yeol as the fierce Na Hwa-jin. — Picture from Facebook/Netflix K-Drama News

16 Jun 2026

‘Teach You A Lesson’ could be worth learning from

Social media algorithms can reinforce existing beliefs by repeatedly exposing users to information that aligns with their views while filtering out opposing perspectives. — Picture by Yusof Isa

12 Jun 2026

The Backfire Effect And why facts don’t (always) persuade

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