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Latest news, analysis and opinion on Malaysia’s parliamentary democracy, constitutional monarchy, political economy, political dynamics and affirmative action policies in a multi-ethnic country
Giant Malaysian national flags are seen inside a shopping mall ahead of Malaysia Day celebrations in Kuala Lumpur in September 2020. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Why do people keep getting into trouble over Malaysia’s flag?

Recent inaccuracies in the national flag’s depiction have upset the public, where even small errors are seen as national insults.

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‘Tone-deaf’: Malaysia’s health ministry chided for lush event amid workers’ woes

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Former Malaysian PM Abdullah, who extended political freedoms, dies at 85

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Controversial Malaysian series on Islamic cult tops 1 billion streams

‘Bidaah’ echoes a real-life case in Malaysia of a shadowy cult hit by allegations of human trafficking and abuse.

The disturbing depiction of a predatory cult leader in Malaysian online series “Bidaah” has ignited strong emotions and debate among Muslims in Southeast Asia. Photo: Viu
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Are Malaysia’s whistle-blower laws protecting the wrong people?

A businessman who exposed alleged corruption is now facing scrutiny himself, raising questions about Malaysia’s anti-graft legal framework.

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Malaysians angry over Selangor gas pipeline fire, blame ‘haphazard’ works

More than 100 people were injured in the huge blaze that happened near a residential area, with 65 of them hospitalised.

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Kuala Lumpur to see mass Hindu community gathering as temple row rumbles

A planned meeting involving over 2,000 temples comes amid a row over the relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur.

The relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur has sparked a heated debate among Hindus and Muslims in Malaysia. Photo: Facebook/Tang Ah Chai
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Chicken on credit? Debt trap fears in Malaysia over deferred payment schemes

Lack of safeguards against multiple Buy Now, Pay Later borrowings could lead to surging indebtedness among low-income earners, consumer group warns.

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Opinion | Why Duterte drama should inspire Malaysia to reconsider joining ICC

If Malaysia is serious about its global legal credibility and commitment to justice, it must take this chance to return to the Rome Statute.

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Malaysians trust media more while consumer boycott hits confidence survey

Local companies dominate the most trusted brands across the sectors, according to the Ipsos survey.

A Starbucks outlet in Kuala Lumpur. The operator of the coffee chain in Malaysia has been hit by a revenue decline due to a pro-Palestinian consumer boycott. Photo: Azneal Ishak
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Malaysia arrests Muslim preacher as temple relocation row rages on

Controversy refuses to die down even as PM Anwar declared ‘victory’ after laying foundation stone for a mosque to be built on temple site.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the groundbreaking ceremony for Masjid Madani in Kuala Lumpur on March 27. Photo: Facebook/anwaribrahimofficial
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My Take | Flags on Malaysian school uniforms a badge of honour or a burden to parents?

The onus to keep flags ‘clean and not faded’ falls on the parents, some of whom are already struggling with day-to-day expenses.

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Malaysians question flag on school uniforms rule – pupils ‘do not care’

The education ministry says the rule is in line with the goal of schools to ‘foster the spirit of patriotism among the younger generation’.

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Relocation of Hindu temple in Malaysia fuels accusations of special privileges

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to lay the foundation stone for a new mosque on the current site of the Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur.

The relocation of the Dewi Sri Pathrakaliamman temple in Kuala Lumpur has sparked a heated debate among Hindus and Muslims in Malaysia. Photo: Facebook/yuefo amulets
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‘No way’: Malaysia’s PM refuses US$10 million ransom demand after cyberattack

Officials said the weekend cyberattack had affected certain computer systems at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said he refused to provide a ransom to hackers over a cyberattack at the Kuala Lumpur airport. Photo: Reuters
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Malaysian ‘budgie smuggler’ caught on camera stuffing Labubu toys down his shorts

A Malaysian shoplifter, dubbed the “blind box bandit”, was filmed smuggling Labubu toys down his trousers at a Kuala Lumpur megamall.

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Call by Malaysia’s DAP for 2-term limit for prime minister draws PAS’ rebuke

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has ordered the cabinet to study the Democratic Action Party’s proposal for a two-term limit.

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Smart play or ticking time bomb? Malaysia’s DAP sidelines strongman Lim Guan Eng

Lim is known for being very vocal against corruption in Malay-majority Umno, with which his party is now trying to build ties.

DAP members (from left) Gobind Singh Deo, Lim Guan Eng and Anthony Loke. Photo: Facebook/ Lim Guan Eng
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Explainer | Why is Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal still casting a long shadow over its economy?

About 70 per cent of the US$10 billion funds pilfered from the sovereign wealth fund have been recovered, Malaysia’s MACC says.

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‘Provocation’: Malaysians angry after non-Muslim assaulted for eating during Ramadan

The victim claimed the assailant slapped him several times after he refused to show his identity card to prove he was not a Muslim.

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Anger mounts in Malaysia over Anwar’s US$230 million ‘bailout’ of Sapura Energy

The Malaysian prime minister says the funds will be used to prevent disruptions to the oil and gas sector, but many are unconvinced.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim speaks at a tech event in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Reuters
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‘Not a bailout’: Malaysia’s Anwar defends US$230 million in aid for Sapura Energy

The prime minister says the move is needed to stabilise the sector, but critics call it hypocritical due to his past opposition to bailouts.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim gives a speech during a public lecture event with the attendance of the Turkish president in Putrajaya, Malaysia, on February 10. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Former Malaysian PM Ismail Sabri shows up to give statement in corruption case

He had twice delayed reporting to Putrajaya authorities, citing health issues.

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Japanese ex-adult film star raises eyebrows as ‘Muslim convert’ in Malaysia

While many Malaysian online users praised her newfound faith, others questioned if she was really sincere or just producing content.

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Malaysian mums secure automatic citizenship for overseas-born children

The settlement, however, excludes adult children, leaving many without citizenship rights.

Plaintiffs in a case challenging a law preventing Malaysian women passing their citizenship on to overseas-born children outside the Kuala Lumpur High Court. Photo: AFP/Family Frontiers
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City for sale? Kuala Lumpur residents fear the squeeze of development

In Malaysia, the push for urban renewal is risking the displacement of the very people the government says it wants to uplift.

Kuala Lumpur’s KLCC Twin Towers and other skyscrapers are seen surrounding Kampung Baru, the city’s last traditional Malay village. Photo: Joseph Sipalan
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My Take | Here we go again: Ismail Sabri is third Malaysian ex-PM on corruption carousel

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim still has to make good 2018 election promise to push for clean political funding.

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Malaysian court rules ‘wounding religious feelings’ is a crime

Ruling on controversial film ‘Mentega Terbang’ widens the potential for legal liability in a country beset by issues of race, religion and royalty.

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