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Suhakam urges transparency after wellness centre raid, flags privacy and due process risks

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 10 -- Suhakam has expressed grave concern over a recent enforcement raid at a wellness centre that saw several individuals, including public officers, arrested. The commission said... Read More


'No turning away': Cabinet orders dress code overhaul at police stations after public outcry

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 10 -- In a direct response to public backlash, the Cabinet has ordered an immediate overhaul of dress code rules at police stations to prevent anyone from being turned away while tr... Read More


Indian newlyweds fight back against colourism after trolls mock groom's dark skin

LONDON, Dec. 10 -- When Rishabh Rajput and Sonali Chouksey shared photos of their wedding last month, they expected messages of congratulations. Instead, their happiest moment was hijacked by a torre... Read More


Future of 'panda on scooter' mural at Penang's Chew Jetty unresolved, awaits council decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 9 -- While the "panda on the scooter" mural at Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang, has become a talking point, its future still remains unresolved. The artwork, painted by Chinese t... Read More


Malaysia remains 'obstructed' as clampdowns rise across Asia-Pacific, global civic space report finds

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 9 -- Malaysia's civic space remains "obstructed", with authorities continuing to target online critics, activists and protesters, according to a new report by the CIVICUS Monitor. ... Read More


Is social media training kids' brains to tune out? Scientists say yes, gradually

OSLO, Dec. 9 -- Children who spend significant time on social media are more likely to experience a gradual decline in their ability to concentrate, a major new four-year study has found. Researchers... Read More


Did Taylor Swift buy out another bride's June 13 wedding date?

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9 -- Taylor Swift allegedly paid another bride to move her wedding date so that she and her fiance, Travis Kelce, could get married at an exclusive Rhode Island resort on June 13 nex... Read More


Lim Guan Eng pushes for RM20b tax refunds for two million Malaysians despite personal attacks

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 9 -- Former finance minister Lim Guan Eng has vowed to continue pressing the government to ensure two million Malaysians receive full refunds of excess taxes paid to the Inland Reve... Read More


Malaysia's Chamrun Digital CEO named Best Speaker and Outstanding AI Provider at Dubai summit

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 9 -- Malaysia-based technology company Chamrun Digital Group received international recognition at the World AI Tech Summit Dubai 2025 when its Chief Executive Officer, Dr Behrang P... Read More


JB to roll out free self-driving bus next year, says mayor

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec. 9 -- Visitors and locals in Johor Bahru will soon be able to travel around the city on a free self-driving bus, offering easy access to key points of interest. According to The Sta... Read More