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Asean must not bring Myanmar junta back to table – Charles Santiago

The Asean Parliamentarians for Human Rights wants the 49th Asean Summit in Manila to send a clear message that military rule through “sham elections” are not recognised, and continued human rights violations are not tolerated

Budget 2027 can keep small businesses afloat, but can it make them last? – Nik Zirwatul Fatihah

Billions in financing and grants offer a lifeline to micro and small entrepreneurs, but long-term success depends on whether they can turn financial assistance into sustainable, resilient businesses

Building a resilient Malaysia: secure communications that keeps the nation connected – Christine Gadsby

Anwar’s warning about sophisticated cyberattacks highlights the need for sovereign communications systems that keep government agencies and essential services connected during national emergencies.

When accountability goes down the drain – Ravindran Raman Kutty

From ignored audit warnings to controversial retention pond developments, Kuala Lumpur’s flood crisis persists because responsibility ends where consequences should begin

Dajjal, political agreements and the double standards of PAS – Jepry Jaws

Anwar Ibrahim's reminder of PAS's role in earlier political cooperation raises questions about Abdul Hadi Awang's latest criticism, while religious rhetoric should never replace meaningful policy debate.

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

Penugasan baharu Shuhaily dalam PDRM belum diputuskan : KPN

Mohd Khalid berkata sebarang tugasan dan tindakan susulan terhadap Shuhaily hanya boleh diambil selepas beliau kembali ke PDRM, namun setakat ini belum ada keputusan dibuat

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source