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Tabung Haji RCI: Opposition stages walkout after bid to postpone sitting fails

Opposition MPs staged a drama-filled walkout from the Dewan Rakyat today after failing to postpone a special ministerial briefing on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report over Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s absence

Dewan Negara Passes MCMC Amendment Bill 2026 to strengthen digital regulation

Amendments aim to enhance the commission’s governance, independence and enforcement role amid rising online threats

US returns over US$1.37b in stolen 1MDB assets to Malaysia: Azalina

While Malaysia celebrates the return of US$1.37b in misappropriated 1MDB assets from the US, Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said reveals that the final tally of recovered wealth remains a moving target due to market fluctuations and complex, ongoing global court battles

MCMC Amendment Bill 2026 tabled, proposes RM50mil contract approval limit

Proposed changes include expanded commission functions, revised membership structure and longer oversight of communications infrastructure standards

Federal Government to provide funding for Johor E-ART project: Loke

Loke said the agreed terms will be submitted to the Cabinet for consideration and approval before the Concession Agreement is signed, and that the E-ART project is expected to be completed within four years from the issuance of the Letter of Acceptance

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Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Feathers ruffled over hornbill flap – Joseph Masilamany

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period