Jan 15, 2025 · The government has been urged to speak up after Inspector- General of Police, Razarudin Husain, said his men were authorised to check the public's mobile phones, a statement which a lawyers group say is not only "legally untenable, but also poses a threat to civil liberties.

Oct 29, 2024 · [Editor's Note: Starbucks Malaysia has since reportedly denied closing down more than 100 outlets. Read report here.]. More than 100 Starbucks outlets in Malaysia have been forced to shut down their operations either permanently or temporarily, some six months after a similar fate befell KFC, as global American brands continue to be targeted by an international boycott movement to protest US ...

Jan 10, 2025 · TNB faces questions on regulatory violations after 'unauthorised' tariff hike announcement. An opposition MP however doubts the government's claim, saying it could be an about-turn in the face of public backlash.

Jan 20, 2025 · Malaysians should continue the boycott of businesses and entities marked for tacit support for Israel regardless of the recent ceasefire deal in Gaza, said the group behind the global movement that has seen major Western brands' profits plummet more than a year after the Zionist state launched its genocidal war that has killed at least 50,000 Palestinians.

Dec 23, 2024 · A DAP leader's own admission that she "subtly preached Christianity" through her political involvement in Malaysia formed the basis for the High Court's decision today to dismiss her defamation suit against Musa Hassan, the former police chief's lawyers said.

Jan 24, 2025 · A group of prominent lawyers have delivered the most damning assessment yet of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, saying his government is falling behind the three previous governments, including that of Dr Mahathir Mohamad's second term when it came to ensuring the independence of the judiciary.

Dec 4, 2024 · Rights laywers have warned the government against attempting to legislate anti-fake news laws through a set of amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, citing the insertion of terms such as “confusing” or “incomplete” into the definition of misuse of network facilities under Section 233 of the Act.

Nov 27, 2024 · Questions have arisen over a government windfall worth billions of ringgit for a company linked to a former Bangladeshi national who has taken up Malaysian citizenship and who is wanted by Bangladeshi authorities, as well as the speed at which the contract was extended for another six years.

Jan 17, 2025 · Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's investment target for the country has been called into question after he inaugurated a multi-billion pound project in the United Kingdom, where he is currently on an official trip to attract foreign investment to Malaysia.

Oct 29, 2024 · Starbucks Malaysia has dismissed as "false" a report that the US coffee company had to cease operations at more than 100 outlets nationwide due to the impact of a boycott of global American brands in response to Washington's support for Israel.