The Sun (Malaysia)
Senior Citizen Bill must be meaningful, not just symbolic: Activist
PETALING JAYA: The proposed Senior Citizen Bill must go beyond symbolism and provide meaningful protection for older persons facing neglect, abuse, financial insecurity and social isolation, said Senior Citizen Advisory Council member Tan Sri Lee Lam...
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PM highlights new areas of cooperation with Tatarstan
KAZAN: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has outlined new avenues of cooperation between Malaysia and Tatarstan following high-level discussions in Kazan, with a focus on energy, trade, the halal industry and the digital economy. In a post on...
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Safe passage secured for M’sian vessels
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has cleared all its vessels from the Strait of Hormuz backlog, even as more than 300 ships worldwide remain stranded waiting for clearance through the critical waterway, the Malaysia Shipowners’ Association (Masa) said. Masa...
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Governance, accountability key to economic development: PM
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for governance and accountability to remain central to Malaysia’s broader economic development, stressing that strong management is essential for ensuring that benefits are shared more...
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Counter hatred with wisdom, not anger: PM
KUALA LUMPUR: The best approach to deal with hateful and racial sentiments is not through anger but patience, wisdom and good morals, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said although Malaysia is often cited as an example of a harmonious...
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Malaysian tourist arrivals to Thailand remain stable
Thailand expects Malaysian tourist arrivals to remain stable despite rising travel costs amid volatility in global energy prices, as many Malaysians continue to visit the kingdom by road rather than by air. Tourism Authority of Thailand International...
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King revokes ‘Tan Sri’ title of former Felda chief
PETALING JAYA: His Majesty the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim has consented to the withdrawal of the “Tan Sri” title from former Felda chairman Isa Abdul Samad, who is currently incarcerated for corruption related offences, marking one of the most...
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TREMOR TERROR ...
This frame grab from a UGC video footage courtesy of Deped Mahayahay Elementary School shows huddled schoolchildren in a field reacting as a structure (background) collapses during the deadly 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Malita town, Davao del Sur...
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Malaysia Fair 2026 launched in Jakarta
The Malaysia Fair 2026, a one-stop showcase of the nation’s healthcare, tourism, education and cultural attractions, is now underway here as the country intensifies efforts to attract more Indonesian visitors. The four-day event, which opened on...
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ROYAL REVIEW ...
His Majesty the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim inspects a guard of honour at Dataran Pahlawan Negara yesterday to celebrate his official birthday.
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‘Shift to renewable energy needs proper management’
PETALING JAYA: The rapid transition to renewable energy in Southeast Asia may lead to new environmental and social issues if not properly managed and regulated, as “green” alternatives like large hydropower dams could cause substantial ecological harm...
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GREEN FUEL ...
Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad accompanied by the ministry’s secretary-general Datuk Yusran Shah Mohd Yusof filling a vehicle with B15 biodiesel at the Petronas station in Precinct 16, Putrajaya, yesterday. –
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HERITAGE BLAZE ...
Flames and smoke engulf parts of the Odeon building in George Town during a fire that killed a construction worker. Authorities are reviewing fire safety requirements for ageing and heritage properties. – PIC COURTESY OF CHOW KON YEOW FACEBOOK PAGE
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New scheme extends 24/7 protection for employees
More than nine million contributors under the Employees’ Social Security Act 1969 are now automatically covered against non-work-related accidents under the Lindung 24 Jam scheme, effective yesterday. Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan...
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Missile deal fallout will leave ‘permanent scar’
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has warned Norway that its cancellation of export licence for the naval strike missile (NSM) system will leave a “permanent scar” in bilateral ties, despite Norwegian Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik’s apology over the...
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US missile offer
PIOUS PROTOCOL ... Devotees bathe Buddha statues at the Thai Buddhist Chetawan Temple in Petaling Jaya as they make final preparations for the Wesak Day celebration today. –
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Journalists shoulder heavy responsibility, says Anwar
PETALING JAYA: Responsible reporting is crucial amid information overload and borderless news dissemination to ensure that facts are conveyed accurately, ethically and without affecting social harmony, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. In...
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Book choices of Madani leaders showcased at fair
The Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026, which begins today, comes with various innovations and new attractions. In an effort to invigorate the reading culture in society, the fair sees the inclusion of a special gallery of “Madani Leaders’ Book...
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Cabinet to review alleged Taiping Prison abuse next week
Minister pledges thorough probe over Suhakam report on 2025 incident that left 100 hurt, one dead.
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LEMANG BLISS ...
A local vendor tends to rows of glutinous rice cooked in bamboo casings over an open fire in Kuang, Sungai Buloh, as Muslims celebrate Aidiladha today, marking the culmination of the annual pilgrimage and the Feast of Sacrifice.
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SITE SCOURING ...
Military personnel use a working dog to search for 17 missing people after a building under construction collapsed in Angeles City, the Philippines, leaving four dead. –
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Govt seeks fairer returns for local media
PETALING JAYA: The government will engage social media platforms, particularly TikTok, to address growing concerns over the monetisation of content involving local media organisations. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the discussions...
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Speak up against hate narratives, urges PM
LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on the peaceloving majority to speak up against narratives of hatred and slander being propagated by a minority group against society in the country. He said the current situation appeared to...
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MISSION MAROONED ...
Activists from the Gaza-bound GSF mission, who were detained by Israeli forces after their vessels were intercepted in international waters in the Mediterranean, disembark a plane upon arrival at Istanbul Airport in Turkiye. –
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No by-elections for Pandan, Setiawangsa Parliament seats
PETALING JAYA: No by-elections will be held for the parliamentary seats of Pandan and Setiawangsa that fell vacant recently, the Election Commission (EC) said yesterday. It said in a statement that it had received official notification from Dewan...
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SET TO SOAR ...
(From third left) Berjaya Aviation Group of Companies non-executive director Datuk Chester Voo, Berjaya Property Berhad Group CEO Syed Ali Shahul Hameed, Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia CEO Datuk Capt Norazman Mahmud and ATR managing director and...
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Respect the Rukun Negara
Sultan Selangor issues stern reminder on courtesy, unity; urges leaders to honour monarchy and embrace guiding principles.
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King presents instruments of appointment to 15 envoys
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia presented instruments of appointment to 15 Malaysian envoys designated for missions abroad in a ceremony at Istana Negara yesterday. The envoys include Malaysia’s new Ambassador to Japan Datuk Ahmad Rozian...
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Rafizi, Nik Nazmi join new party
PETALING JAYA: In a political bombshell set to trigger two byelections and potentially redraw the post-reformasi political landscape, Pandan MP Rafizi Ramli and Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad yesterday announced they will vacate their parliamentary...
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All set to highlight M’sian global urban agenda
Malaysia is set to strengthen its role in shaping the future of sustainable urban development at the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), which will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan from today to May 22. The country will be represented by Housing...
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‘Rethink subsidy model’
Calls are growing for targeted aid mechanisms that protect vulnerable households without distorting fuel prices or creating excessive bureaucracy. –
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TRAFFIC TANGLE ...
Experts cite high traffic and credential expirations as primary causes for authentication errors faced by MyJPJ users following MyDigital ID integration. –
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Malaysian politics still evolving after GE14: Analyst
PETALING JAYA: Eight years after Malaysians delivered a historic political earthquake by ending Barisan Nasional’s (BN) six-decade grip on the country’s administration, the nation’s democratic transition is increasingly being seen not as a failed...
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Eight-year-old gives letter to prime minister
KUDAT: Mocked by friends for dreaming of becoming the prime minister one day, eight-year-old Syam Aariz Rayyan Abdullah from Pulau Banggi managed to hand over a letter to none other than Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim here yesterday. For the...
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RTS Link achieves 90% completion: Minister
PETALING JAYA: The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link has reached 90% completion as of April 30, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said the project is moving into its final phase of operational...
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‘Ruler emphasises effective action, not empty promises’
SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Council of the Royal Court has stressed that the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, in line with His Royal Highness’ role as Head of State, places strong emphasis on effective action rather than empty promises in...
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Islamic civilisation proves religion, science can advance together: Queen
KUALA LUMPUR: Islamic civilisation has shown that religion and science can go hand-in-hand in the advancement of knowledge, said Her Majesty the Queen of Malaysia Raja Zarith Sofiah. She said certain aspects of modern world history tend to portray...
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Lower rents now for petty traders: PM
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged local authorities and state governments to immediately reduce rental rates for business premises, as part of efforts to ease the financial burden faced by small traders and hawkers amid...
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Security project delays raise concerns on maritime border safety
A delayed radar installation on Sabah’s east coast is raising alarm over potential surveillance gaps along Malaysia’s maritime border. The Pulau Malawali Remote Sensor Site (RSS) project must be expedited, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin...
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Anwar sets deadline for Mara Act amendments
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed that draft amendments to the Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) Act be completed within three months, stressing the need to streamline Mara’s role and strengthen governance. Speaking at...
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Umno needs to adopt new strategy for GE16
KUALA LUMPUR: Umno needs to adopt a new strategy to face the increasingly dynamic political landscape ahead of the Malacca and Johor state elections and the 16th general election (GE16), said Umno deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said...
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Govt to introduce allowance for post-maternity leave
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is set to introduce a post-maternity leave allowance under the Employment Insurance System Act to support working mothers returning to the workforce. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said female labour force...
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Urgent investment needed in healthcare sector: MMA
Urgent investment is needed in the national healthcare sector as it serves at least 70% of the Malaysian population, said Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) president Datuk Dr Thirunavukarasu Rajoo. “We acknowledge the Finance Ministry’s statement...
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Poor grasp of voting system by Malaysians raises concerns
PETALING JAYA: Public understanding of Malaysia’s electoral systems remains strikingly low, raising concerns over how voters engage with democracy and how election outcomes are ultimately shaped, according to election analyst Dr G. Manimaran. The...
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DAP youth warns PH of backdoor govt moves
PETALING JAYA: DAP Socialist Youth (Dapsy) has urged Pakatan Harapan (PH) to reassess its cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN), warning against any attempts to form a “backdoor government” that could undermine the people’s mandate. In a statement,...
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We will not support ‘backdoor govt’ attempts: DAP
DAP has drawn a hard line against any attempt to instal a “backdoor government” in Negeri Sembilan as the state’s political crisis spirals following the withdrawal of support by 14 Umno assemblymen. Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman Anthony Loke said the...
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‘Adopt strategic stance amid shifting regional security’
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must move beyond passive neutrality and adopt a more deliberate, strategic posture as regional security dynamics grow increasingly fluid following the latest United States–Indonesia defence partnership, said an analyst. The...
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Anwar presents King with list of MACC chief candidates
PASIR GUDANG: The list of candidates for the post of Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner was presented to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said the list comprises...
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Littoral states aligned to keep Malacca Straits open
SINGAPORE: Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia have a shared strategic interest to keep the Malacca Straits open amid ongoing global geopolitical uncertainties, said Singapore Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan. He stressed that as littoral states,...
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Local airlines brace for higher operating costs
PETALING JAYA: Lufthansa’s move to shut its regional unit CityLine on April 19 is raising questions over whether rising costs could also pressure airlines in Malaysia. Aviation experts told theSun that the shutdown is less a sign of imminent collapse...
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Malaysia faces critical shortage of veterinarians
Vet services DG says gap of 6,000 professionals threatens animal health, food safety and disease control.
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Sultan Selangor scales down Jubilee celebrations
The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has decreed that celebrations marking the 25th anniversary of his reign be scaled down, citing global economic uncertainty and the rising burden on the rakyat. In his royal address at the opening...
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Much work for Madani govt to do before GE16: Media veteran
The Madani government still has much work to do to strengthen public confidence ahead of the 16th general election (GE16), with electoral trends suggesting that support has yet to fully consolidate, said veteran newsman Datuk A. Kadir Jasin. Drawing...
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Oil from Russia mulled
Projek BacaBaca marks 100% literacy success for 100 children.
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Selangor fast-tracks nuclear plans to address potential energy crises
Plan involves collaboration with several agencies and international partners to diversify power sources.
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Over 12,000 cases of children without valid documents resolved
KUALA LUMPUR: The government, under the Mekar Didik initiative, has processed 12,101 cases of students without complete identification documents, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said the initiative, a collaboration between...
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EPF lifeline
Earlier data from the Employees Provident Fund showed that contributors earning below RM3,000 made up 51% of withdrawals from Account 3. – ADAM AMIR HAMZAH/THE SUN
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Biodiesel fast-tracked to cushion energy shocks
PETALING JAYA: Biodiesel will be fast-tracked as Malaysia’s most immediate and practical alternative fuel, with the government moving to raise blending rates in an effort to cushion the impact of global energy volatility. Economy Minister Akmal...
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PLEASANT PREMIER ...
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim poses for a wefie with students during the groundbreaking ceremony for Kolej Matrikulasi Terengganu.
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Selangor Sultan advises haj pilgrims to spend prudently
SHAH ALAM: The Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has called on prospective haj pilgrims to spend prudently in the Holy Land amid the ongoing global economic uncertainties. “I would like to remind pilgrims of the need to take care of...
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‘Success of shared e-hailing rides depends on demand’
PETALING JAYA: Shared e-hailing rides have been suggested as a solution to Malaysia’s growing congestion problem but experts say market demand and user behaviour will determine its impact. Transport think-tank MY Mobility Vision CEO Wan Md Hazlin Agyl...
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‘WFH policy will not affect economic operations of nation’
The implementation of the work-fromhome (WFH) policy for civil servants beginning on Wednesday will not disrupt the nation’s economic operations, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir. He said unlike the move implemented during the Covid-19...
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Sultan Abdul Samad Building restoration brings joy, pride to Selangor Sultan
KUALA LUMPUR: The Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah has expressed delight over Khazanah Nasional’s efforts at restoring and conserving the Sultan Abdul Samad Building here. Describing the building as a national heritage that must be...
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‘Sufficient fuel supply does not guarantee lower pump prices’
PETALING JAYA: Malaysians may have breathed a sigh of relief after one of seven Malaysian-owned commercial vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz was granted safe passage earlier this week. But experts caution that domestic petrol and oil prices are...
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‘Hormuz stability unlikely to instantly relieve fuel costs’
Stabilising traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is unlikely to bring immediate relief to fuel prices, with economists saying deeper structural pressures, from geopolitical risks to tight inventories, would keep crude and diesel costs...
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Schisms in PKR causing concern
PETALING JAYA: Deepening factionalism within PKR is raising alarm among political analysts, who say internal divisions could erode voter trust and tarnish the party’s image as a credible governing force. International Islamic University Malaysia...
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Report on
Lawyer and former Kebun Bunga assemblyman Datuk Jason Ong Khan Lee said while the act of dangerous driving resulting in death may be clear, proving the mental element required for a murder charge is far more demanding. –
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Nation mourns death of statesman Tun Dr Ling
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is mourning the loss of one of its most respected statesmen, Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik (pic), whose decades-long service has left a lasting mark on the nation and the Malaysian Chinese community. Ling, who served as the sixth MCA...
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Multiple benefits from expanding WFH facility: NGO
JAYA: Expanding the work-from-home (WFH) model across the Klang Valley could save the government up to RM169 million a month in fuel subsidies while helping to sharply cut traffic congestion, air pollution and carbon emissions, according to a study by...
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‘Cushioning fuel costs with subsidies not sustainable’
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia cannot continue cushioning rising fuel costs through ever-expanding subsidies without risking a heavier debt burden in the years ahead, economists said. Putra Business School (PBS) economist Assoc Prof Ida Md Yasin opined the...
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Best SPM results in five years
Total of 366,435 candidates, or 94.29%, qualified for certificate, with 376 of them achieving A+ in all subjects.
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Need for urgent action to achieve zero waste target
PETALING JAYA: Cities worldwide are hurtling towards a tipping point, where overflowing landfills, environmental strain and declining liveability could become the norm unless urgent action is taken to slash waste and overhaul management, Housing and...
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Rise in fuel prices impacting domestic tourism
Malaysia’s domestic tourism sector is facing a perfect storm as soaring fuel prices and steep cuts in petrol and diesel subsidy quotas force travellers to rethink their plans, putting tourism operators under mounting financial strain. Higher fuel...
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