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From welfare to workforce: Malaysia urged to rethink ageing policy amid rising fiscal strain

Experts say RM1.26bil allocation remains short-term relief as calls grow to reposition seniors as economic assets under a “Silver Economy” model

‘No political will’: Rafizi’s credibility on subsidies questioned by analysts

Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s fresh push for targeted fuel subsidies has drawn scrutiny, with analysts noting that he failed to deliver similar reforms during his time in office

PM’s announcement timely, but one-off aid shouldn’t be the norm: analyst

Temporary aid should be matched with structural reforms to ensure the rakyat’s well-being is not mere rhetoric but a tangible part of daily life, says Datuk Awang Azman Awang Pawi

MCA ‘irrelevant’ in Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, say analysts 

DAP the logical choice to contest seat as it now commands non-Malay vote, say academics

Dr Mahathir’s claim of non-interference with enforcers, judiciary ‘untrue’: analysts

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's claim of non-interference with government agencies such as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the judiciary is being scrutinised by analysts who argue that the assertions may not hold true.

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What will we call for next? A ban on cheap cigarettes, tuak and kapcais? – Rocky Bru

While concerns over drug-laced vapes grow, a blanket ban could backfire by wiping out businesses, threatening jobs, pushing trade underground amid weak enforcement and open tank loopholes

Isu kibar bendera China: Hentikan keluar kenyataan berbaur hasutan, 3R, tegas Fahmi

Menteri Komunikasi berkata ia bagi mengelak sebarang tindakan dikenakan ke atas mana-mana pihak yang mungkin tidak berpuas hati dengan kejadian berkenaan

MCMC condemns viral Quran desecration video, vows legal action as investigation continues

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has stepped up efforts to identify an individual seen disrespecting the Al‑Quran in viral social media clips, warning the public against spreading incendiary content that could threaten national harmony