Category: Local

KUALA LUMPUR: Around 2.8 million Malaysians have registered for MyDigital ID as of the second quarter of 2025, marking a significant rise from 1.8 million in the first quarter. The surge in registrations is attributed to growing use-cases, including access to government and private sector services. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk… Continue reading MyDigital ID registrations hit 2.8 million in Q2 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government is crafting the National Artificial Intelligence Action Plan 2026–2030 to establish the country as a regional AI leader and improve its global AI rankings. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo revealed that Malaysia currently ranks 26th in the Stanford HAI AI Index (2023) and 24th in the Oxford Insights Government AI… Continue reading Malaysia aims for regional AI leadership with 2026-2030 action plan

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that a special appreciation package for the people will be announced either tomorrow or Wednesday. The announcement follows discussions during the Unity Government retreat in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, where public concerns were reviewed. Anwar stated that additional time was needed to finalise the details of… Continue reading Appreciation package for Malaysians to be announced soon says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, has granted royal assent to 20 Acts, including the BERNAMA (Amendment) Act 2025, Parliamentary Services Act 2025, and Malaysian Media Council Act 2025. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul confirmed the approvals during today’s parliamentary sitting. Other significant Acts receiving royal assent include the… Continue reading King grants royal assent to 20 key acts including media council law

PUTRAJAYA: Several world leaders from Asia, Europe, Canada, the United States, Africa, and Latin America are expected to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur this October, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim confirmed. Speaking at a meeting with the Prime Minister’s Department staff, Anwar noted that leaders from Italy, the European Union, Canada,… Continue reading World leaders confirm attendance at 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today reiterated that he welcomes criticism and calls for his resignation but stressed that any attempt to change the government must follow democratic processes. He challenged the opposition to bring a no-confidence motion in Parliament if they have the numbers to replace his MADANI Government. “Some say Anwar… Continue reading Anwar challenges opposition to legal no-confidence motion in Parliament

KUALA LUMPUR: The Federal Land Development Authority (Felda) has announced the reappointment of Datuk Seri Ahmad Shabery Cheek as its chairman. The decision was confirmed in an official statement released today. Felda’s management and employees extended their welcome to Ahmad Shabery, highlighting their confidence in his leadership. “Felda is confident that Ahmad Shabery’s experience, vision… Continue reading Felda reappoints Ahmad Shabery Cheek as chairman in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that all government policies must prioritise public welfare and avoid placing undue burdens on the majority, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who also serves as the MADANI Government spokesperson, highlighted the ongoing review of the targeted RON95 fuel subsidy, initially planned for… Continue reading PM Anwar ensures policies benefit people, not burden them – Fahmi

PETALING JAYA: A sessions court has directed the mother of murdered six-year-old autistic child Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matih to mount her defence against child neglect charges, whilst clearing her husband of identical allegations. Sessions Judge Syahliza Warnoh determined that prosecutors had successfully established sufficient evidence against 30-year-old Ismanira Abdul Manaf to warrant a defence response.… Continue reading Court orders defence for Zayn Rayyan’s mum, acquits father

PETALING JAYA: Azman Mohamed Asmayatim, 38, was among staff of a Malay daily who accepted a Voluntary Separation Scheme (VSS) in 2018. Little did he know, the move would set him on an unexpected entrepreneurial path. “When the opportunity to take VSS arose at my previous workplace, I didn’t have much choice as there were… Continue reading Finding soft landing amid hard times

PETALING JAYA: An environmental expert has said haze could be prevented with better regional land management, enforcement, cooperation and public awareness. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Water and Environmental Engineering Department senior lecturer Dr Norelyza Hussein said the recurring issue is due to transboundary air pollution, particularly from the open burning of peatlands and forests. “What makes… Continue reading Regional efforts needed to curb haze

KUALA LUMPUR: Hundreds gathered at the Buddhist Maha Vihara in Brickfields yesterday for a unique medical outreach event that combined free health services with a powerful message of compassion and gratitude. Jointly organised by the Academy for Silent Mentor (AFSM) and Buddhist Maha Vihara (BMV), the event themed “Giving Beyond Medical Outreach” offered complimentary health… Continue reading Event held to honour selfless act of body donors

PETALING JAYA: Experts warn that if current conditions persist, more M40 households may soon slip into the B40 group. Universiti Teknologi Mara senior lecturer in economics Dr Mohamad Idham Md Razak said some middle-income earners are no longer living the lifestyle typically associated with the M40, despite technically qualifying by income. “They may not be… Continue reading ‘Progressive tax relief, emotional support networks for group’

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s middle class is being squeezed out of national policymaking, despite bearing the brunt of rising costs and shrinking financial buffers, says the Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca). Fomca chief operating officer Nur Asyikin Aminuddin said while public aid and subsidies are typically directed at the B40 group, the M40 – those… Continue reading Fomca calls for major policy shift