
G25 statement on key legislative reforms: Strengthening parliamentary independence and media freedom
G25 urges MPs, civil society, and public to support efforts to strengthen legislation and safeguard Malaysia's democracy and media freedom.
Fri Feb 28 2025

South Korea's Yoon gave orders to 'drag out' MPs during martial law, officer says
Yoon Suk-Yeol is now the subject of criminal investigations on insurrection charges.
Wed Dec 11 2024

Amendments to Act 588 passed in Dewan Rakyat
The Bill was approved through a bloc vote, with 59 MPs in favour, 40 against, one abstention, and 122 absent.
Mon Dec 09 2024

Muhyiddin never had sufficient number of SDs to become PM after GE15 - DPM Zahid
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yasin's 115 SDs include 10 from MPs who signed two SDs, one for BN and one for PN.
Thu Aug 22 2024

Decision to retain six seats follows law; no issue if Bersatu challenge it in court - Johari
Tan Sri Johari Abdul is confident the decision to retain the six seats held by ex-Bersatu MPs was made in accordance with the law.
Wed Aug 21 2024

Bersatu seats: Speaker’s decision aligns with constitutional, legal interpretations - PM
Tan Sri Johari Abdul had thoroughly read and interpreted the relevant laws, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Thu Jul 11 2024

Allocations to MPs meant for development of constituencies, says DPM Fadillah
DPM Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the MP's role is to coordinate the allocation.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Consider This:MP Pensions (Part 2) - How Many is Too Many?
A new eye-opening investigative report by MalaysiaKini’s Kini News Lab has shed light on the substantial pensions awaiting elected representatives after their tenure. The report highlights how some MPs are eligible for more than one pension due to holding different positions across their careers. Should MPs be entitled to multiple pensions for their various roles that they’ve served? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, MP for Muar, Johor.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Consider This:MP Pensions (Part 1) - How Many is Too Many?
A new eye-opening investigative report by MalaysiaKini’s Kini News Lab has shed light on the substantial pensions awaiting elected representatives after their tenure. The report highlights how some MPs are eligible for more than one pension due to holding different positions across their careers. Should MPs be entitled to multiple pensions for their various roles that they’ve served? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Ooi Choon Nam, Senior Journalist at Malaysiakini, and Aidila Razak, Special Reports Editor at Malaysiakini.
Thu Jun 27 2024

Let Speaker decide on rogue Bersatu reps’ seats - PM
Anwar Ibrahim leaves it to Speaker Johari Abdul to decide the status of six Bersatu MPs whose party membership has ceased.
Fri Jun 21 2024

Thai Parliament witnesses historic moment as 7 MPs don traditional baju Melayu
This unprecedented gesture aimed to spotlight and celebrate Malay culture and traditions in Thailand while advocating for their preservation.
Sat Apr 13 2024

AI technology, Payung Rahmah among focus of today's Dewan Rakyat sitting
A total of 160 MPs participated in the debate on the motion of thanks during the Dewan Rakyat sitting from Feb 27 to March 7.
Wed Mar 13 2024

160 MPs participate in debate on motion of thanks for royal address
The government and opposition MPs raised various issues, including education, economy, cost of living, tourism, during the seven-day debate.
Fri Mar 08 2024

Tourist arrivals, dry season focus at today's Dewan Rakyat sitting
The current Dewan Rakyat sitting will last for 19 days, with the debate on the Royal Address by MPs from Feb 27 to March 7.
Thu Mar 07 2024

King gives green light for stern action against MPs who overstep boundaries in Parliament
His Majesty said that the action includes imposing a 14-day ban if they remain stubborn.
Mon Feb 26 2024

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025