BUSINESS

The KL Tower Scandal: Billions Lost and a Broken Promise

Malaysia’s tourism sector, a critical engine driving 7% of national GDP, is reeling from the fallout of the KL Tower renovation scandal. The controversial decision to award LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd the RM1.2 billion contract to renovate Kuala Lumpur’s iconic tower has spiraled into one of

Politik

"Dulu Masa Anda dalam Kerajaan Tak Buat": Analisis Mendalam Tentang Retorik Anwar dalam Parlimen dan Implikasinya

Retorik “dulu tak buat” oleh Anwar di Parlimen mencerminkan cabaran sebenar kepimpinan ekonomi negara – antara warisan politik, realiti fiskal, dan tekanan pelabur terhadap dasar seperti GST. Ketegasan dasar dan kejelasan komunikasi menjadi kunci.

ECONOMY

Anwar's Triple Challenge: US Tariffs, GST Revival, and Eroding Political Capital

The PM’s reformist credentials are fraying as economic anxieties mount. A recent Merdeka Center poll shows his approval rating dropping to 48%, down 12 points since late 2023. Middle-income voters, in particular, cite frustration over stagnant wages and the GST’s return.

ECONOMY

US Tariffs on Malaysia: A New Challenge for Anwar's Economic Agenda

According to the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), the government will not retaliate with additional tariffs. Instead, Malaysia will engage in negotiations with the US to seek a resolution that upholds the principles of free and fair trade.

politics Featured

Malays in Singapore: Why they may back the PAP government

Singapore’s Malays, recognized as indigenous, face representation and equity challenges. Subsidized education aids progress, but senior roles remain scarce. Elections spotlight their aspirations.

finance

How the Two-Income Trap Made Families Less Safe

Experts now agree: today's two-income families aren't necessarily better off than single-income families were a few decades ago

politics

Mauritian Couple’s Newborn Left Stateless Due to Bureaucratic Passport Snag

Despite their legal marriage in Mauritius and Belbakri’s residency since 2019, the expired document halts progress

BUSINESS

Maxim Johor Bahru Honors Top Drivers for Outstanding Services

The program celebrates dedication and professionalism, encouraging exceptional service and inspiring other drivers to excel.

politics

PKR's 'Headless Body' Strategy Signals Tactical Power Realignment

PKR’s 'headless body' election strategy sees pro-Anwar faction consolidating power, sidelining rivals, and aligning branches for upcoming elections.

BUSINESS

LG's Withdrawal from Indonesia's EV Battery Project: Implications and Future Prospects

The project, initially announced in 2019, aimed to develop a comprehensive EV battery supply chain in Indonesia, covering everything from raw material sourcing to battery cell manufacturing.

politics Featured

Urban Renewal Act: A Double-Edged Sword for Malaysia's Future

The URA is poised to generate a staggering RM355.3 billion in Gross Development Value (GDV), a figure that has developers and investors salivating. The act aims to revitalize dilapidated urban areas, breathing new life into aging infrastructure and boosting property values.

Elite Business

Trump’s Tariff War: Unipolar Comeback or Multipolar Misstep?

Trump’s tariff strategy, as seen in early 2025, builds on his first-term playbook but he believes his country is so powerful that the entire world will have to kiss his ass!

The True Agenda of the Right Wing: Feudalism—You’ll Never Own Anything Again

We have seen the rise of the right wing in the United States, and it may possibly be leaked into Europe. One of their biggest pinpoints are immigration and racial issues. However, many do not realise that the endgame for them is to make you own nothing, while they’re the ones who own everything.

market

Tariff Impact Exacerbated - Apex Research

Wall Street major indices – the S&P 500 (-0.23%), Dow (-0.91%) and Nasdaq (+0.1%), all closed lower after a volatile trading day, on concerns about a potential economic slowdown and rising inflation exacerbated

Malaysian Politics Featured

PKR’s Pivot: A Chance to Revive Reformasi or Pass the Torch?

PKR opts for internal elections, hinting at self-reflection. Can they revive reformasi’s spirit or will the opposition seize their old mantle for Malaysia’s change?

Tesla

Tesla Shares Slide 5% Amid Cybertruck Quality Concerns

Customers posted complaints on the Cybertruck Owners Club website about metal panels detaching, particularly in cold weather, with viral videos circulating on social media.

Featured

Wave of Bombings Targets Authorities in Southern Thailand

It follows a roadside bomb attack on March 14 in Mae Lan district that injured nine police officers protecting teachers, and another blast on March 15 in Pattani that wounded eight rangers and a civilian

malaysia politics

It is Loke's DAP now?

Where and how will Anthony Loke direct the party, which is a core faction of the government run by Anwar Ibrahim

malaysia politics Featured

The changing Malaysian political landscape?

Internal elections in PKR, DAP, and PAS could reshape Malaysia’s Unity Government and political landscape, impacting stability and alliances, say analysts.

malaysia politics

DAP faces significant leadership challenges ahead

Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, a DAP vice-chairperson, is grappling with fallout from an MACC investigation into her former aides, accused of misappropriating constituency funds

malaysia politics

DAP: How the current leadership struggle will shape its future

The Democratic Action Party (DAP) in Malaysia is currently experiencing significant internal dynamics shaped by leadership struggles, generational shifts, and debates over nepotism and legacy. Below is an explanation based on general knowledge.

media freedom Featured

MPI's call for 'responsible' journalism could threaten Press Freedom

The Malaysian Press Institute backs a foggy Media Council calling for responsible journalism, but I warn it may justify media regulation and limit press freedom

no war Featured

Demand to Close Military Bases Heard Around the World

Bases heighten tensions and provoke war-making. The presence of hundreds of thousands of troops, massive arsenals, and thousands of aircraft, tanks, and ships in every corner of the globe facilitates war-making and promotes an arms race

malaysia politics

To the Leadership and Members of PKR

Do not go down the ugly path of eating your own spit after you screamed against a similar scenario with the Umno when the latter was in power

Putin’s Trump Gambit: A Deal to Shake the World—or Spark a Global Comeback?

Putin eyes Trump as manipulable, seeking a deal to boost Russia, weaken Ukraine, and stun Europe, per The Economist.