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Legal aid made easier: Malaysian Bar's new pro bono plan helps lawyers reach those who need justice most

PETALING JAYA, Dec. 7 -- The Bar Council's Human Rights Committee has launched MyBar Pro Bono Hub, an initiative aimed at connecting law firms with civil society groups seeking legal assistance. Mala... Read More


'Nothing to hide': Azam Baki says MACC acted lawfully in Albert Tei raid, videos show no officer misconduct

PUTRAJAYA, Dec. 3 -- Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said investigators have collected videos, including bodycam footage, to respond to claims of misco... Read More


Tengku Zafrul likely to 'support' govt in new role after Senate term ends, says Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Nov. 28 -- Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz is likely to continue assisting the government in another capacity despite his term as senator... Read More


Twelve highway concessionaires in the red, mixed fortunes for others, Ahmad Maslan urges caution on new projects

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 26 -- Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan cautioned that while Malaysians continue to show interest in new highway projects, financial viability must remain the government... Read More


Smart upgrades and quick cash: How the booming used phone market is fuelling Malaysians' lifestyles

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 26 -- Not too long ago, trading in a used phone was an ad-hoc affair, often involving a bit of haggling at a small, independent store. Today, a new generation of professional secon... Read More


New MyKad coming: NRD to roll out security-enhanced ID cards with QR code from June 2026, Parliament told

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 26 -- Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the National Registration Department (NRD) will roll out three new identification cards starting June 2026. He said... Read More


Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia short of specialist engineers, govt mulls allowing foreign graduates to work locally

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 25 -- Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz said Malaysia is facing a shortage of high-level specialist engineers despite having a large number... Read More


MPs push for RCI on US-Malaysia trade deal over sovereignty, transparency concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 13 -- Subang MP Wong Chen has called for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate Malaysia's recently signed trade agreement with the United States. He said certain provi... Read More


China-Malaysia Port Alliance a 'living lab' for innovation in green tech and automation, says deputy minister

SEPANG, Nov. 10 -- The China-Malaysia Port Alliance (CMPA) should continue to grow as a hub for innovation, where ports work together to develop smarter technologies, automation solutions and green en... Read More


Luxury coach service Aeroline cancels trips until December, suspends services after APAD directive due to declining shift to TBS

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 1 -- Luxury coach operator Aeroline has announced the temporary suspension of all scheduled trips from November 6 to December 5, 2025, following a directive from the Malaysian Land ... Read More