
Slim chance for independent candidates in GE15 - Analysts
Despite having a bigger number, the independent candidates vying for seats in the GE15 will not have an easy route to Parliament, according to analysts.
Mon Nov 07 2022

Independent Police Conduct Commission Bill passed in Parliament
The Dewan Rakyat today passed the Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) Bill 2020 which aims to improve integrity, reduce misconduct among police officers and increase public confidence.
Tue Jul 26 2022

Azam Baki sues whistleblower for defamation
MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki has filed a defamation suit against whistleblower Lalitha Kunaratnam over her articles published in the Independent News Service (INS) news portal, last year.
Wed Jan 12 2022

IPCC Bill to be tabled for second reading during current Parliament session
The Independent Police Conduct Commission (IPCC) Bill is expected to be tabled for the second reading during the current Dewan Rakyat sitting, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.
Wed Sep 22 2021

Hundreds of children under care of London council abused, says report
The independent inquiry into child sexual abuse found 705 allegations of sexual abuse against staff members and individuals.
Wed Jul 28 2021

Tengku Razaleigh requests seat be moved
Tengku Razaleigh requested that he be transferred to a seat near the Independent bloc, which does not support the current government.
Tue Jul 27 2021

Mediha Mahmood is new CMCF Executive Director
Mediha was entrusted with the responsibility to manage the strategic direction of the independent self-regulatory body.
Mon Mar 01 2021

Independent Special Committee on Emergency holds meeting
The Independent Special Committee on Emergency 2021 held a physical and virtual meeting yesterday.
Fri Feb 19 2021

Tackling gangsterism: The solutions are in your hands, PDRM
The Independent Police Complaints of Misconduct Commission (IPCMC) might prove to be an effective solution but it is strongly opposed by majority of members of the force itself due to several factors.
Thu Feb 11 2021

19 individuals appointed to Independent Special Committee on Emergency - PMO
Nineteen individuals have been appointed to the Independent Special Committee on Emergency 2021 with immediate effect.
Tue Feb 09 2021

Opposition picks three MPs to join special committee on emergency
The opposition bloc is handing over the names of three MPs who will sit on the independent special committee, advising the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the emergency.
Wed Jan 20 2021

Emergency: PH has not selected 3 candidates for independent special committee - Saifuddin
Pakatan Harapan (PH) has yet to make a decision on its three candidates who will join the Independent Special Committee to handle the implementation of emergency.
Thu Jan 14 2021

Five things to know about landmark UK vaccine
The vaccine developed by British firm AstraZeneca, working alongside Oxford University, is the second to be approved by the independent Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency.
Thu Dec 31 2020

Prince William welcomes Princess Diana interview inquiry
William said the independent investigation should help establish the truth behind the actions that led to the Panorama interview.
Thu Nov 19 2020

Dr Noor Hisham named as one of "COVIDs heroic trio"
After six months and while Malaysia is now facing the third wave of the outbreak, it seems his reputation remains intact.
Mon Oct 26 2020

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