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Malaysian politics

PBM recruits Siti Kassim, Sam Saad and Sashi Kumar, vows to let activists speak freely

PBM says it will not muzzle its newest recruits, bringing in Siti Kassim, Sam Saad and Sashi Kumar for their outspoken activism and promising to give them the freedom to speak their minds on issues they believe in

Politicians, don’t forget why voters put you there in the first place – T. Vignesh

Malaysians are tired of political fights, changing alliances and endless arguments over power, and perhaps it is time politicians remembered that they were elected to serve the people, not themselves

House arrest and royal pardons in Malaysia: are there precedents?

If Datuk Seri Najib Razak pays a RM50 million fine and serves the remainder of his corruption sentence under house arrest, it would not be the first time home detention has been granted, though the circumstances differ

The Malaysia our politicians keep forgetting – Charles Santiago

While politicians rally crowds and battle for Putrajaya, ordinary Malaysians face a quieter crisis—stagnant wages, rising costs, and a growing sense that the nation’s leaders have lost touch with the daily fight for survival

Punish AI abuse fairly regardless political affiliation: Azalina on Anthropic findings

Umno’s info chief says party takes very seriously the report on operation to manipulate political views in Malaysia, urges thorough probe and cautions public against blind acceptance of online content and comments

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Bangsar bars warn of 20% price hike as new alcohol tax looms

Bar owners say the upcoming 10% excise duty under Budget 2026 could squeeze margins, drive drinkers to cheaper alternatives, and push small operators to the brink