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Issues before the courts in the dispute over the issuance and renewal of business licences for pool betting operators in Kedah - Hafiz Hassan

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- In the case of Kerajaan Negeri Kedah Darul Aman & Anor v Lee Bak Chui & Ors and other appeals [2026], the facts were straightforward. The first appellant was the government o... Read More


Power outage at University station disrupts Kelana Jaya LRT services

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 13 -- Kelana Jaya LRT services are experiencing delays this morning after a power outage at University station left a train unable to operate. In a Facebook post, Rapid KL said alt... Read More


Netflix star Ha Young faces backlash after proud family revelation sparks scrutiny of great-grandfather's colonial-era links

SEOUL, Aug. 13 -- A proud revelation about four generations of doctors has plunged rising South Korean actress Ahn Ha-young, known mononymously as Ha Young, into controversy - just as she was enjoying... Read More


Former auditor-general says 'right to be heard' denied after not called to testify by Tabung Haji RCI

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug. 13 -- Former Auditor-General Tan Sri Madinah Mohamad reportedly said she was disappointed she was not called to testify before the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into Lembaga Tab... Read More


The heartbeat of our nation - Zuraini Md Ali and Nurul Alia Ahamad

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- Every year, as August arrives, Malaysians proudly fly the Jalur Gemilang. Patriotic songs fill the air, schoolchildren rehearse for Merdeka celebrations, and the familiar cry... Read More


Why China should rethink its 'lost decade' fears - Ahmad Ibrahim

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- For years, the phrase "Japan's Lost Decades" has been invoked as a cautionary tale for China-a prophecy of stagnation, deflation, and demographic decline. A recent research, w... Read More


Twenty-six-thousand passports over 10 years: who approved this? - Lim Lip Eng

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- I welcomed Malaysia's 10-year passport when it was introduced on July 1. It was a good policy meant to make life easier for Malaysians. But a vision is only as good as its exe... Read More


Listening to a generation - Sofya Zulkiffli and Nurul Liyana Aminuddin

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- Every year on August 12, the world observes International Youth Day. It is a day dedicated to celebrating the aspirations, achievements and potential of young people. Beyond ... Read More


'Are you sure? No, but I'll give it a go': Lessons from Petaling Hill

Kuala Lampur, Aug. 13 -- "You call yourself a Victorian?" It was jammed down our throats from seniors, teachers and probably the school gardener throughout our freshman year until we'd wake up in the... Read More


BTS star V reveals hearing in one ear is at 'about 30' after battling problem for more than two years

SEOUL, Aug. 13 -- BTS star V has revealed that hearing in one of his ears is significantly weaker than the other after living with the problem for more than two years. The 30-year-old K-pop star open... Read More