
EC urged to find ways to ensure registered voters cast ballots
The EC has been urged to find ways to ensure registered voters cast their ballots in the upcoming 15th General Election (GE15).
Fri Oct 14 2022

Fashioning the Jalur Gemilang seen as desecrating the flag - Expert
Teo said there are certain rules that should be followed correctly in line with the international protocol and flag etiquette.
Wed Aug 17 2022

List out mandatory death penalty offences to be abolished - Expert
Shamrahayu said the details were necessary as the government intends to carry out a public survey on the abolition of the mandatory death penalty.
Thu Jun 16 2022

Emergency ordinances fully annulled only after approval by both Dewan Rakyat, Senate - Expert
The motion to annul the ordinances was approved by the Dewan Rakyat yesterday after being tabled and debated.
Tue Oct 26 2021

Emergency can be declared to delay Melaka state election over COVID-19 concerns - Legal experts
An Emergency proclamation can be declared throughout Melaka to postpone state elections should there be concerns over COVID-19 infections in the state or the country.
Wed Oct 06 2021

Amend the Federal Constitution for specific types of emergencies
Learn from the experience in fighting the pandemic to boost national security legal provisions.
Thu Aug 26 2021

Caretaker PM ensures govt administration functions as normal - Law experts
The role of Muhyiddin as caretaker prime minister is to ensure that the country's administration is not disrupted and can function as normal until a new prime minister is appointed.
Mon Aug 16 2021

Emergency Ordinances should be debated for enrichment of democracy
The Emergency Ordinances declared upon the consent of His Majesty should be tabled and debated in the Dewan Rakyat, as long as His Majesty has not consented to them being revoked.
Thu Jul 29 2021

When can Parliament reconvene?
The Dewan Rakyat can reconvene once it fulfilled the requirements detailed in the Standing Orders and upon advice from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the National Security Council (MKN).
Thu Jun 17 2021

MPs, senators still carry out duties even though Parliament not convening - Rais
Rais said the MPs and senators continue to perform their duties outside of Parliament, therefore it was not appropriate to cut their salaries or allowances unless they volunteered to do so.
Thu Mar 11 2021

'See you in court' should not be a Malaysian culture - Constitutional expert
The court should be the last resort for resolving any dispute as maintaining good relationships is more important.
Tue Feb 23 2021

Courts cannot entertain any challenge against emergency, says senior lawyer
Courts have no jurisdiction to entertain any challenge against the emergency proclamation by the King, said senior lawyer Mohamed Haniff Khatri Abdulla.
Mon Jan 18 2021

Emergency reduces political tension, focuses on addressing worsening COVID-19 pandemic
The proclamation of emergency is regarded as timely to ensure the safety and survival of the people, according to constitutional experts.
Wed Jan 13 2021

PN government still valid, strong from legal standpoint - Constitutional expert
The Perikatan Nasional government led by Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is still seen as valid and standing firm.
Mon Jan 11 2021

Budget 2021: Debate can be extended to reach agreement - Constitutional Expert
It could be implemented with the consent of the Members of Parliament (MPs) if an agreement still could not be reached and a more thorough discussion was needed.
Sun Nov 22 2020

China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025

More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025

Sweden's top court rejects Greta Thunberg lawsuit on climate action
A court cannot decide that the parliament or the government must take any specific action, the Supreme Court says.
Wed Feb 19 2025