Consider This: Politics - Young Malay Voters “Turning Green”?
In recent elections, we've seen a trend where young Malay voters are increasingly gravitating towards conservative political parties. This shift challenges conventional wisdom that younger generations typically support progressive reforms. What factors are shaping the political behaviours of young Malays today? And what might this trend mean for the future of Malaysia's political landscape, and our multicultural society? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Syaza Shukri, Associate Professor of Political Science at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Aziff Azuddin, Research Associate at IMAN Research.
Fri Jun 14 2024
Pakistan extends deadline for election nominations to Sunday
The deadline for submission of nomination papers has been extended by two days to facilitate political parties and candidates.
Fri Dec 22 2023
State election: 138 candidates expected to contest for 56 seats in Selangor
With the announcement by the political parties concerned, the Selangor state election may witness a three-cornered fight for 19 seats.
Fri Jul 28 2023
The Future is Female: Gender Equality - Politics as a Pathway to Equality
On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris explores how gender roles, stereotypes, and societal expectations shape the prospects of women in political parties, and the urgent need for change. She speaks to Dr Ummu Atiyah Ahmad Zakuan, Associate Professor at UUM and advocate for gender equality, about strategies to create a more inclusive and equal political landscape.
Sun Jul 23 2023
Notepad With Ibrahim Sani: Multi-Alliance JomCheck Fights Election Misinformation
JomCheck, a multi-alliance coalition, fights election misinformation in state polls, uniting political parties and organizations for reliable information dissemination and fact-checking. Safeguarding electoral integrity and informed voter decisions. #NotepadWithIbrahimSani
Thu Jul 20 2023
State polls: Political parties reminded not to touch '3R' issues
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail gave a reminder to political parties involved in the coming state elections to stay away from sensitive issues involving religion, royalty and race.
Thu Jun 22 2023
Public financing law could help in reducing polarisation - Expert
The introduction of public financing towards political parties may help in reducing polarisation within societies.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Unity govt strong with four political coalitions - PM Anwar
PM Anwar Ibrahim said the four coalitions of political parties in the Unity Govt are strong enough to fend off any plot to topple the govt.
Mon May 01 2023
Gov't to return RM2.1 mil allegedly linked to 1MDB to two political parties & family
The three cases are the last of the 41 entities which the MACC sought to recover assets said to have been paid for using funds from 1MDB.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Some LOAs for Jana Wibawa scheme projects involve politicians' family members - Azalina
Several lists of LOAs issued through projects under the Jana Wibawa scheme involve family members of key leaders of certain political parties.
Mon Feb 20 2023
No other parties invited to 2022 UMNO General Assembly - Ahmad Maslan
No political parties other than BN components and Friends of BN have been invited to attend the 2022 UMNO General Assembly, which begins on Wednesday.
Sun Jan 08 2023
All eyes on Hajiji's position as Sabah Chief Minister
The political turmoil in Sabah has resulted in leaders of political parties in the state to voice out differing opinions as to the status of Hajiji Noor as the chief minister.
Sat Jan 07 2023
Indonesia president eyes cabinet reshuffle in coming days
Speculation about a reshuffle has been rife since Nasdem, one of seven political parties in the ruling coalition, announced it would back Anies Baswedan in the 2024 presidential election.
Fri Jan 06 2023
Ahmad Zahid convinced Unity Govt pact will be long-lasting
Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is confident that the cooperation agreement among political parties to establish the Unity Government will be long-lasting.
Tue Dec 27 2022
Cooperation agreement to prevent another Sheraton Move - Fahmi Fadzil
The cooperation agreement signed by the coalitions of political parties in the Unity Government will prevent another Sheraton Move, said Minister of Communications and Digital Fahmi Fadzil.
Fri Dec 16 2022
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024