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The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 14 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

Judge Datin M. Kunasundary handed down the sentence on the 36-year-old woman, who has two children, after finding that the defence had failed to raise reasonable doubts at the end of the defence case. — Reuters pic
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Single mother sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting neighbour’s 13-year-old daughter

A Thai court on Tuesday accepted a class-action lawsuit filed by hundreds of fishermen seeking US$73 million in damages from an agribusiness giant over invasive blackchin tilapia, a representative of the Thai lawyers’ council said. — AFP
World  / 17 h ago

Thai court takes on US$73m lawsuit against conglomerate CP, owned by Thailand’s second richest family, over invasive fish crisis

In Malaysia, the Tamil community has the opportunity to learn the language from preschool through postgraduate levels. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think  / 14 h ago

Making Tamil language mandatory entry requirement for Indian students — Velan Kunjuraman 

A Malaysiakini reporter was brought to the Magistrate's Court in Putrajaya for remand over an alleged bribery case. March 1, 2025. — Picture courtesy of MACC
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Malaysiakini journalist freed after four-day remand by MACC over bribery allegation

The word ‘Vel” in Tamil, refers to the spear of the Hindu deity Lord Murugan (pictured above), and devotees often chant it to express their devotion and prayers. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

PM calls for tact on religious matters after Astro suspends staff over Thaipusam remarks

The lithium-ion battery powering your sleek new electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid cars may last eight to 10 years, but what happens after that? — Shutterstock pic/Sergii Chernov
Malaysia  / 4 h ago

By 2050, 870,000 EV batteries will need recycling: How is Malaysia tackling the challenge?

The state government may implement new regulations to enhance the safety of Mount Kinabalu climbers. — The Borneo Post pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Climbing Kinabalu? Age could be a factor now, says state govt after latest tragic incident

Sudan produces around 80 per cent of the world’s gum arabic, a natural substance harvested from acacia trees. — Reuters pic
Money  / 14 h ago

Here’s a look at how one key ingredient in Coca-Cola, M&M’s is smuggled from war-torn Sudan

Police have recorded statements from 21 individuals, including two policemen suspected of stealing RM300,000 in Bukit Jalil recently. — Picture by Choo Choy May
Malaysia  / 16 h ago

Two police officers involved in RM300,000 theft in Bukit Jalil reassigned

The United States has provided US$65.9 billion in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s February 2022 invasion but further contributions hang in the balance after Donald Trump ordered a pause Monday on aid to Kyiv. — AFP pic
World  / 14 h ago

US aid to Ukraine: How US$65.9b was spent and what comes next

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob will be at the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters tomorrow to assist in an investigation into a corruption and money laundering case. — Picture by Firdaus Latif
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

Ismail Sabri to give statement at MACC tomorrow for corruption investigation, says Azam Baki

Jakim reminded all parties to be mindful of religious sensitivities in their actions and speech. — Picture by Malay Mail
Malaysia  / 18 h ago

Mocking other religions is against Islam, Jakim warns as Era FM hosts taken off-air over Thaipusam clip

Accused Mohamad Haidar Abdullah (left, in green parka) and N. Klement Raj being escorted by policemen in the Johor Baru courthouse. Both later claimed trial to joint and separate charges for gang robbery, possession of firearms and imitation weapons at the Sessions Court today. — Picture by Ben Tan
Malaysia  / 19 h ago

Datuk’s son among three charged with gang robbery, firearms offences in Johor

IGP Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said iinvestigation are under Section 298 of the Penal Code for acts that cause disharmony, disunity, or feelings of enmity, hatred, or ill-will on religious grounds, as well as Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 for the improper use of network facilities or services. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 14 h ago

IGP confirms radio hosts under criminal investigation for allegedly mocking Hinduism, six complaints filed

Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan (right) said investigations has not discounted criminal elements even though the case has been classified as sudden death for now. — Bernama pic
Malaysia  / 15 h ago

Selangor police say Japanese in fatal fall at Subang Jaya condo is wife of local influencer Ridzokumura, investigation ongoing

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The Urban Renewal Act is about ensuring that urban residents no longer have to live in substandard conditions. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 21 Feb 2025

Who wins in urban renewal? — Syerleena Abdul Rashid

The International Criminal Court building is seen in The Hague, Netherlands, January 16, 2019. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 20 Feb 2025

Statement concerning US sanctions against the International Criminal Court — Commonwealth Lawyers Association

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s timeless 1943 classic, ‘The Little Prince’, holds an earnest truth for our fast-paced lives — to look beyond the surface to find what truly matters. — AFP pic
What You Think / 20 Feb 2025

Life is in the little moments — Nahrizul Adib Kadri

DAP veteran Tan Sri Lim Kit Siang celebrates his 84th birthday with family, friends, and supporters at a dinner event in Kuala Lumpur on February 19, 2025. — Picture By Raymond Manuel
What You Think / 20 Feb 2025

The 3 Pillars Of Lim Kit Siang — Lim Guan Eng

Demonstrators gather in front of Malaysia’s Parliament House in Kuala Lumpur to protest against Sosma, which allows for prolonged detention without trial, as against fundamental human rights. — File picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 20 Feb 2025

Sosma’s review should be focused on provisions that need improvement and which shouldn’t be further delayed — Hafiz Hassan

Karpal Singh was charged with an offence of sedition in 2002. — Picture by Siow Feng Saw
What You Think / 19 Feb 2025

Will Perikatan MPs’ bid to have their lawyers hold a watching brief in Najib’s judicial review over house arrest succeed? — Hafiz Hassan

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently visited the PPR Lembah Subang-1. — Picture courtesy of Think City
What You Think / 19 Feb 2025

The missing ingredient in public housing reform — Shahridan Faiez

Countries that lag in adopting and innovating AI in their industries risk losing global market competitiveness. — Pic by Reuters
What You Think / 19 Feb 2025

What AI risks concern Malaysia? — Rachel Gong and Khoo Wei Yang

During its chairmanship this year, Malaysia will host approximately 323 annual Asean meetings, including the Asean Summit. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 17 Feb 2025

Asean chairmanship will drive our economic growth, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability — Cheah Chan Fatt

A protester waves a Palestinian flag in front of the US Embassy during a Pro-Palestinian march in central London, on February 15, 2025, organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. — AFP pic
What You Think / 16 Feb 2025

The theatre of solidarity: A game of thrones in the Arab world — Che Ran 

File picture: Penang state government is in the process of forming a special committee to look into the welfare of homeless individuals in the state. — Picture by Farhan Najib
What You Think / 15 Feb 2025

Shelter in the storm — Noralina Omar

A demonstrator holds up a placard denouncing Sosma in front of Parliament on October 23, 2018. — Picture by Shafwan Zaidon
What You Think / 14 Feb 2025

Cross fingers that home minister will explain long-delayed review of Sosma — Hafiz Hassan

Illustration picture shows tokens of the virtual currency Bitcoin being placed on a monitor that displays binary digits, December 8, 2017. - Reuters pic
What You Think / 14 Feb 2025

Regulating cryptocurrency for security and sustainability — Lee Wai Guan, Dr Mohd Istajib Mokhtar

It’s the little acts of kindness — a smile, a thoughtful text, a simple ‘How was your day?’ — that stay with us the longest. — Unsplash pic
What You Think / 13 Feb 2025

Love is a verb — Nahrizul Adib Kadri 

Najib’s lead defence lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah said the action for contempt of court would be filed against Terrirudin by today or tomorrow at the latest. — Picture by Yusof Mat Isa
What You Think / 13 Feb 2025

Who is, or will be, in contempt of court? — Hafiz Hassan

DeepSeek’s low-cost model addresses one of the most significant barriers to AI adoption in South-east Asia: affordability. — Reuters pic
What You Think / 13 Feb 2025

DeepSeek: A catalyst for South-east Asia’s AI ambitions — Neil Foo

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