10mth

Harm reduction, revenue and responsibility: Why licencing vape can strengthen Malaysia’s fiscal and health systems

It is time to recognise the truth: the real problem is not nicotine dependence itself, but the unregulated, untaxed shadow economy that feeds on it.

10mth

Consumers call for clarity as new NG999 emergency app raises concerns

FOMCA urges government to reassure public that traditional 999 voice line remains primary lifeline amid rollout of digital platform

10mth

Calls grow for independent Malaysian transport safety board

Delays in creating an independent investigative body risk undermining public confidence and road, rail, maritime, and aviation safety across the nation, Lee Lam...

10mth

Will there be an end to support letters in Malaysian government?

A youth association has urged an immediate halt to the use of support letters in government dealings as it’s seen to be used to advance projects or secure speci...

11mth

Sabah polls: Concerns rise over external influence as Sabah’s political divide widens

Commentators warn that deepening social and political fractures may leave Sabah vulnerable to outside actors and weaken local decision-making

11mth

Sabah polls: Three positive signs visible at PRN17

The election underscores the maturing of Malaysia’s democratic processes, where no single party, regardless of federal influence, can prevent coalition allies f...

11mth

Screen time for youth alone is not the villain

With Malaysians averaging more than eight hours of daily digital activity, researchers highlight the importance of structured, purpose-driven screen use

11mth

Sabah polls: Parties fierce jockery for influence may not be within a level playing field

Dozens of parties crowd the field ahead of one of Sabah’s most unpredictable elections, with state rights, infrastructure woes and political fragmentation shapi...

11mth

On concerns regarding the Malaysia-US reciprocal trade agreement

The Agreement does not bind Malaysia in any absolute manner. Two key legal safeguards preserve our sovereignty:

11mth

Transplantation in Malaysia: Time to move from possibility to policy

For every successful transplant, there is a donor who gave selflessly and a family who said “yes” in a moment of profound loss.

11mth

ASEAN must step up as U.S. retreats from climate commitments under Trump

With Washington once again pulling back from global climate responsibilities, Southeast Asia and the wider Global South are being urged to fill the leadership v...

11mth

Selangor’s broken promise: When development becomes betrayal

Development means nothing if it is built on betrayal. Progress is meaningless when the state’s own people are left without roofs, rights, or recourse.

11mth

Scams - A national crisis as online offense surge

Annual losses from online fraud exceed RM1 billion, a figure likely conservative due to widespread underreporting, with victims spanning all social classes