How do we fix a 'reasonable price' for food and beverages?

COMMENT | Pouring cold water on free enterprise

Shedding light on food insecurity and vulnerability of those who have fallen through the cracks.

COMMENT | Volunteer power - a collective effort

'I will grade Muhyiddin as a 'below average' prime minister.'

COMMENT | Sizing up PM Muhyiddin today

Systems in place contributes to early, ingrained, segregation among the races.

COMMENT | I don’t want my children to grow up segregated

There is no Malay unity. Their bitter feuds are just over who can drive 
the gravy train and control the government purse strings…

COMMENT | Malay unity: Fact or fantasy?

MALAYSIANSKINI | Her commitment ruffled feathers last year, but she is not backing down.

Meet Nicole Fong - an activist researcher hoping to bring people together

My book is 'a short but power-packed read', says the author Sitpah Selvaratnam.

Lawyer pens book on reclaiming and selling Jho Low's superyacht

Valeriya Astashova is appealing to the PM to allow her to continue teaching at Pos Woh village.

Tumultuous year for Russian who came to volunteer in Malaysia

Aside from live music woes, recording original compositions provides a serious financial challenge.

Indie musicians battle odds to keep recording originals

Umno leaders in govt face rising pressure to do something about party president's decision to cut ties with PN.

Simmering discontent could morph into movement to oust Zahid

LETTER | 18-year-olds work, contribute to the country, and are considered adults in eyes of the law.

LETTER | Undi18: We're not criminals, only asking for right to vote

We must watch with caution and demand clarification on this declaration.

LETTER | The Faustian bargain in restoring Bornean autonomy

Between convenience and efficiency, packaging and carbon emissions, what is the cost of this mode of consumption?

LETTER | Rethinking costs of online shopping

Little appears to be done to curb soaring food prices.

LETTER | Has the MyCC protected consumer interests?

It's vital to reconvene Parliament for MPs to exercise their legislative functions.

LETTER | Don't diminish importance of Parliament amidst pandemic crisis

Perhaps this Covid-19 pandemic is an opportune time for serious examination of our healthcare sector.

LETTER | Private healthcare in Malaysia: Millstone or milestone?

Some people live healthier lives, have better access to healthcare, but those who don't can still improve their health.

LETTER | Building a fairer and healthier world

The road to the successful elimination of cervical cancer starts with women themselves.

LETTER | More awareness needed on cervical cancer screening

Muhyiddin wants the department to better play its role in assisting various groups of needy Malaysians.

PM announces reform to Welfare Dept, calls for fair distribution of aid

Finance Ministry also maintains it is still in control of the 51pct stake through MKD Signature Sdn Bhd.

Group cites miscomm after revealing 'fantastic' deal for nation's 'tallest' tower

Under the DAP election system, the 15 candidates with the most votes will comprise the new leadership.

Loke comes out on top at N Sembilan DAP polls, looks ahead to GE15

Pejuang pro-tem president says the disclosure of the four-minute audio recording is disappointing for the party.

'Zahid-Anwar' audio proves our suspicion of Umno-PKR talks: Mukhriz

Association says a list was given to the health district offices one month ago but many have yet to be called.

Govt urged to speed up Covid-19 vaccination process for private dentists

PN info chief says he came to that conclusion based on his long experience serving with Anwar in PKR.

Leaked audio: Azmin confident it's authentic, calls it Anwar's biggest betrayal

Former minister initially agreed to be founding member of Pejuang then decided to stay independent.

Maszlee: Will I defend Simpang Renggam seat? Wait for GE

'We have no problems with anyone that accepts the basis of our struggle except for kleptocrats,' says DAP sec-gen.

Harapan-Pejuang cooperation: Guan Eng reiterates 'big tent' approach

Senior minister says cumulatively, 76 Covid-19 cases and 220 close contacts have been traced in the localities to date.

EMCO in eight localities in Tawau from Monday - Ismail Sabri

It's the second-highest number of fresh infections in more than a month.

Covid-19 (April 11): 1,739 new cases, uptick in S'gor and S'wak

This was not agreed to in discussions within the pact, says Umno president.

Zahid: PAS negotiating seats with Bersatu without Muafakat blessing

Umno No 2 says negotiations are still happening under the Muafakat committee meeting, which happens twice a week.

Mat Hasan unsure if seat negotiations with PAS postponed

This comes after a video showing Eddin Syazlee Shith sleeping during a graduation event went viral.

Deputy minister falls asleep onstage, Kuala Pilah Bersatu explains he was unwell

They say no external force should interfere with PKR's selection of election candidates.

PKR reps tell Ezam to stay out of party affairs

Putra president targeting a run in Azmin's seat, Rani Kulup also to contest for the party.

Ibrahim Ali considers contesting for Gombak seat

However, the date for the meeting has yet to be fixed, says party sec-gen.

Ahmad Maslan: Decision on Umno polls likely in Ramadan

Ahmad Maslan asks PAS to try and understand reasons behind Umno-Bersatu tensions.

Could PAS work with Amanah if 15 MPs join splinter party, asks Umno sec-gen

He is alleged to have been slapped by a restaurant owner.

Police to wrap up assault probe on Foodpanda rider, no arrests yet

Police Act very clear on IGP’s authority in disciplinary control, says Mohamed Arshad Raji.

Patriot: Minister may have violated Police Act in stopping transfer of officers

Party veep wants Johor Umno to rise again and win more seats in GE15.

Ismail Sabri calls on Johor Umno to recapture past glories

This comes after Muhyiddin said S'wak should not be referred to as a state but a region instead.

PM challenged to convene Parliament and elevate S'wak, Sabah as regions

A fund will also be set up for developers to contribute before they start a housing project.

Zuraida: Housing Act to be amended to help buyers of abandoned projects

COMMENT | Myanmar's young demand their future

Lim Kit Siang was arrested and detained on May 18, 1969, at the Subang Airport.

COMMENT | May 13, 1969 - arrest and detention under ISA

Great leadership will only manifest when you are put to the test.

MP SPEAKS | Anwar Ibrahim deserves a chance to be PM

Investigations will be carried out from that angle if they do so, adds Abdul Hamid.

IGP: Zahid, Anwar can lodge report if feeling slandered over audio clip

Nurulhidayah Ahmad Zahid asks: Who is the one with no 'telor' now?

Zahid's daughter quits SME Corp, goads others

CORONAVIRUS | The new languages will be Burmese, Nepalese and Bengali to serve the migrant community.

Covid-19 tracker in migrant languages

Follow the latest updates and essential information on the outbreak in Malaysia, all in one place.

Track Covid-19 outbreak in Malaysia

Policy hurts Malaysia's ability to attract data centre investments and boost digitalisation, say tech giants.

Cabotage: Amazon joins tech giants in appeal to PM

Will Wee reverse his failed policies to save RM12-15b in potential data investments, asks DAP sec-gen.

Cabotage: Guan Eng calls Wee 'stubborn', Loke cites 'arrogance'

Rosol Wahid says the appropriate price for a glass of water should only be between 20 and 30 sen.

Ministry issues 84 notices over glass of water priced above RM1

Abdul Hamid Bador says he had issued the transfer order for the good of all.

Transfer of senior police officers: IGP to meet home minister

The PKR president also says no to party-hopping.

Anwar explains why PKR didn't join PN

Govt wants to divert attention away from corruption, the suspension of Parliament, says PKR president.

Anwar: If audio clip is real, what's the crime? Remember Muhyiddin's recording?

Perlis Umno chief says no need for police report on the recording after Anwar's 'admission'.

Just explain 'Anwar' audio clip to party, Shahidan tells Umno president

Hannah Yeoh cooks chicken curry for about 80 senior citizens while vaccine briefings are carried out.

Segambut MP promotes vaccine registration with chicken curry

IGP must be given room and support to combat crime in this country, Hassan Abdul Karim says.

Home Minister has no power to meddle in police affairs, says MP

Ex-Jelebu MP says those in govt, particularly ministers, deputy ministers, are for sure making choices to face GE15.

Bersatu defectors vs Umno in GE15? Still too early to tell - Rais

This signals a thaw in PKR's cold relations with other opposition parties.

Harapan adopts 'big tent' approach, but kleptos not welcomed

He says this will prevent speculation among party grassroots.

Leaked audio: Zahid should lodge report, says Ismail Sabri

This after travellers from China to S'wak tested Covid-19 positive despite being fully vaccinated.

Vaccinated travellers with Covid-19 prompt rethink of border reopening

The R-naught number for the country has hit 1.06, up from the recent low of 0.81 on March 3.

Covid-19 (April 10) - 1,510 new cases, R-naught creeping up

If true, what Umno president said did not tarnish reformasi movement, says Ezam Mohd Nor.

Nothing against reformasi in 'Zahid-Anwar audio clip', says ex-senator

I want to challenge Amirudin in Sungai Tua, a 'Grade A' PKR seat, says ex-senator.

Ezam hints at GE15 comeback, says ready to challenge S'gor MB

Umno veep admits differences in opinion exists among BN parties, but confident MCA and MIC will stay.

Disagreements within BN won't split coalition - Ismail Sabri

However, having the party polls after the general election also comes with risks.

Grassroots fear having party polls before GE15 will weaken Umno

Many universities are switching to the wrong model of online learning to cut costs.

COMMENT | Online higher education - the race to the bottom

Things will get better after Covid-19 is under control, says Syed Hussain.

Unemployment, low salaries are temporary, MEF tells fresh grads

The practice refers to residents meeting up for tea or coffee.

'Ngeteh' routine turns Besut into red zone

Ironically, the mass arrests helped pave way to the once elusive dream of forming a credible opposition coalition.

COMMENT |  Closer bonds forged while behind bars in Kamunting

NGOs only play an advocacy role to highlight issues for the government’s attention, says Mah Weng Kwai.

Not NGOs' job to pay for migrants’ detention, Suhakam chief tells minister

By then, vaccine supplies expected to outpace number of people currently registered.

‘Tough decision’ in September on mandatory vaccination - KJ

Rafiq Naizamohideen says there's mounting evidence the two were consorting.

Bersatu VP urges Zahid and Anwar to come clean on audio clip

UPDATED 4.20PM | The two politicians have yet to lodge a police report over the 'fake' phone conversation.

Cops to authenticate Anwar and Zahid's alleged voices in audio clip

Bukit Mertajam MP helps homeless man find a roof and a job.

'I promise that I will not let uncle sleep on the street again' - Steven Sim

Their bank finally agreed not to auction off their Sungai Siput house.

After losing father, family saved from losing home

The former prime minister contends there's new evidence that can back his defence.

1MDB trial: Najib files fresh affidavit seeking bank documents

'His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle.'

Britain's Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth, dies aged 99

People will not be able to return to life as before, says the deputy CM.

Highest Covid-19 daily tally in S'wak is a warning, says Uggah

Selangor, Penang, Kelantan, Sabah, Kuala Lumpur and Johor all reported new cases in the triple digits.

Covid-19 (April 9): S'wak sets new record, authorities blame social gatherings

Young Syefura Othman brings entourage to convince ex-PM of party’s moderate and multiracial views.

Ketari rep meets Dr M to refute 'extremist DAP' label

UPDATED 3.40PM | Any cooperation must be anchored to coalition's reform agenda, say its leaders.

Harapan names Anwar as GE15 PM candidate, open to working with others

UPDATED 11.10PM | Best way to move on is to have a party election, says the minister.

Zahid's position as Umno president 'increasingly untenable' - Khairy

PAS also won't negotiate seats with Umno until they 'solve their problems'.

Hadi: PAS won't work with Umno under alignments hinted in 'Zahid-Anwar' clip

Europe's drug regulator finds possible link between AstraZeneca's vaccine and very rare blood clots.

How worried should we be about links of blood clots to AstraZeneca's vaccine?

The safest approach is to refer back to the vaccine special committee, says the minister.

Decision on AstraZeneca vaccine in 2 weeks - Khairy

KINILENS | Families visit ancestral tombs to clean graves, hold prayers and make ritual offerings

Honouring ancestors: Chinese community observes Qing Ming during Covid-19

KINILENS | Beautiful pink and white flowers bring a touch of magic to Kuala Lumpur.

Enchanting 'sakura' in Kuala Lumpur

SPECIAL REPORT | 'Imagine me, with this face, seeing a gynaecologist.'

Medical woes: Try stepping into the shoes of a transgender person

KINIGUIDE | We take a look at the vaccination plan against the pandemic.

A guide to when Malaysians can get vaccinated for Covid-19

NSC issued an updated SOP for MCO 2.0 on Wednesday.

New MCO 2.0 rules: A guide to what's changed

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Spend like an MP - the game

More than 800 child refugees and asylum seekers travel to Malaysia on their own. These are their stories.

Lone Passage: Tracing the solo journeys of child refugees to Malaysia

Left with no choice as violence escalates, a father sends his little girl on a fishing vessel, alone with strangers.

How a five-year-old girl crossed jungles and rough seas to safety

Escaping child soldier recruitment, a boy travels by land and water to reach Malaysia.

'If I stayed, I'd be carrying arms, marching to war'

Eight of them have been rescued after the coal mine was flooded.

21 miners trapped after Xinjiang coal mine accident

We are going to take back the House and we are going to reclaim the Senate, the ex-president says.

Trump tells Republican donors he'll help win Congress in 2022

Security forces pile up bodies in a pagoda compound and cordoned off the area, according to reports.

Myanmar security forces with rifle grenades kill over 80 - monitoring group

India is accounting for one in every six reported infections in its current surge.

South Asia surpasses grim milestone of 15m Covid-19 cases: Reuters tally

Buckingham Palace is expected to announce details of the funeral later on Saturday.