Nation

Speaker to decide on Pandan, Setiawangsa seats, by-elections unlikely after three-year mark, says Loke

JOHOR BARU: As more than three years have passed since the last general election, there may not be a by-election following the decision of two PKR MPs to quit their party.

Nation

Taking over Bersama is 'second kamikaze' mission, say Rafizi, Nik Nazmi

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad have described their high-stakes defection to take over the Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) as a "second kamikaze" mission, conceding there is absolutely no guarantee of political survival.

Sabah & Sarawak

Shafie–Kitingan appearance at Kaamatan event sparks talk of political pact

KOTA KINABALU: The presence of Parti Warisan president Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal at the Keningau Kaamatan festival officiated by Sabah STAR president Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan has fuelled speculation of a possible political pact between both parties.

Nation

Thunderstorms expected in most parts of country until 7pm (May 17)

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in several states until 7pm on Sunday (May 17).

Nation

Higher education access must align with national education policy, unity goals, says Zambry

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is adopting a balanced, inclusive and responsible approach in its efforts to expand access to national higher education as part of building a common meeting point for Malaysia's diverse society.

Nation

Rafizi, Nik Nazmi to leave PKR, will vacate parliamentary seats

PETALING JAYA: Former ministers Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad have officially announced they are leaving PKR to join Parti Bersama Malaysia.

Nation

Anwar's diplomatic skills a boon in 'crazy' global political climate, says Mat Sabu

JOHOR BARU: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's diplomacy is what Malaysia needs to navigate the current "crazy" global political climate, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu.

Nation

Snap polls possible if unity government fractures, says Anwar

JOHOR BARU: A snap general election could take place if cracks continue to form within the unity government, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Nation

Cabinet approves RM10bil E-ART project to ease Johor Baru traffic

JOHOR BARU: The Cabinet has approved the RM10bil Elevated Autonomous Rapid Transit (E-Art) project to ease traffic congestion in Johor Baru, says Anthony Loke.

Nation

Boycotting polls will only weaken voters’ voice, says Dr Chua

JOHOR BARU: Voters should not boycott elections or spoil their ballots out of frustration, as doing so would only weaken their ability to influence the country's political direction, says Tan Sri Dr Chua Soi Lek.

Nation

Pakatan ready to contest all 36 Negri Sembilan seats, says Loke

JOHOR BARU: Pakatan Harapan is prepared to contest all 36 seats in Negri Sembilan in a tit-for-tat move against Barisan Nasional's decision to go solo in the Johor state election.

Sabah & Sarawak

Departures from GRS must strengthen, not weaken our resolve, says Hajiji

KOTA KINABALU: Leaders quitting Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) has only strengthened the coalition's resolve, not weakened it, says Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor.

Nation

Johor sees 100,920 new voters ahead of state polls

JOHOR BARU: The number of new voters in the state has increased by 100,920, bringing the total number of voters statewide to 2,717,495 compared with the previous state elections four years ago.

Nation

Pakatan must not to be complacent in Penang stronghold, says Chow

JOHOR BARU: Penang Pakatan Harapan chairman Chow Kon Yeow has reminded the coalition not to be lulled into complacency by its dominance in the state over the past two decades but should instead to prepare for a tougher fight in the 16th General Election (GE16).

Nation

Rafizi, Nik Nazmi to lead Parti Bersama Malaysia

PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli and Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad are set to take the helm of Parti Bersama Malaysia, marking a significant shift for the minor political outfit.

Nation

Senior police officer arrested for blackmailing foreigners

PETALING JAYA: A senior police officer has been arrested for allegedly being involved in an extortion case involving a foreign man in Bukit Bintang in March.

Nation

Pakatan must reject extreme politics, says Amirudin

JOHOR BARU: Pakatan Harapan must steer clear of seemingly popular extreme politics and remain true to its principles, says Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari.

Sabah & Sarawak

Gagasan Rakyat restructures divisions ahead of GE

KOTA KINABALU: Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah said it restructured its divisions into 26 parliamentary-based units ahead of the coming general election.

Singapore

The Singapore-based Malaysian doctor who sees patients in the world’s fiercest war zones, like Gaza and Sudan

SINGAPORE: While most people instinctively flee from war zones, emergency medicine doctor Lim Chin Siah, 46, is drawn to some of the world's deadliest conflicts to treat the wounded.

Nation

Foreign woman arrested after breaching restricted area at KLIA Terminal 1

PETALING JAYA: A foreign woman was arrested after allegedly trespassing into a restricted security area at the international departure gate of Terminal 1 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).