Multiple polls, sacking of party members raise political temperature throughout 2023
The six state elections and six by-elections are among the key highlights of the country's political scene this year.
Fri Dec 15 2023
[COLUMNIST] Analysis and reflections on the six state elections 2023
Responsible leaders must learn from the outcome and take necessary corrective actions towards rebuilding the nation.
Mon Sep 18 2023
Gabonese military officers announce they have seized power
Gabonese military said they had taken power, minutes after the state election body announced President Ali Bongo had won a third term.
Wed Aug 30 2023
Law sworn in as Penang state speaker for third term
The ceremony then proceeded with the swearing-in of 40 assemblymen who won the state election, led by Penang CM Chow Kon Yeow.
Tue Aug 29 2023
Pulai, Simpang Jeram by-elections begin with nomination tomorrow
The nomination for these two by-elections is tomorrow, with the process, from 9 am to 10 am.
Fri Aug 25 2023
Sanusi sworn in as Kedah MB
Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor was re-appointed the Menteri Besar following PN's big win in the state election two days ago.
Mon Aug 14 2023
GE15 influences state polls' voting patterns - Political analysts
The GE15 results last year seen had an impact and influenced the voting patterns of electors in the six state elections.
Sun Aug 13 2023
N. Sembilan goes to PH-BN, PAS retains control of Terengganu, Kelantan
The unity government currently holds all 36 seats in Negeri Sembilan's legislative assembly.
Sat Aug 12 2023
State polls: Parties must avoid rallies, gatherings to celebrate victories in state elections - IGP
Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said police would be ready and on alert during Op Kawal Mesra which starts at 12 midnight today.
Sat Aug 12 2023
Ex-footballer Radhi Mat Din defeats Mahfuz Omar in Alor Mengkudu
He defeated Kedah Pakatan Harapan chairman Datuk Mahfuz Omar with a majority of 10,104 thousand votes.
Sat Aug 12 2023
State polls: Kedah cop receive three identity theft reports
Police said the voters claimed that their names and identity cards were used by others in the Kedah state elections.
Sat Aug 12 2023
Sanusi accused of breaching election rules over ballot paper display
Such an act would be an offence under the Election Offences Act 1954.
Sat Aug 12 2023
State polls: Young voters embrace democracy by fulfilling their duty to vote
More than 50 per cent of the 9.67 million eligible voters in the six state elections are youths aged 39 years and below.
Sat Aug 12 2023
State election: Orang Asli woman in confinement goes to poll with baby
A total of 2, 688 registered electors are expected to cast their votes at SK Kuala Betis.
Sat Aug 12 2023
No report on 3R during state elections - Ayob Khan
Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said most of the offences detected during the state elections were for mischief.
Sat Aug 12 2023
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
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024