The national pest control industry market has grown from 500 operators and distributors to over 1,000 last year in tandem with the urbanisation rate. The pest control industry is now believed to be valued around RM106.26 billion with a compound annual growth rate of 4.9% until 2033. Urbanisation, construction activities, public health concerns over the…
The recent nomination of Nick Adams, an Australian-American conservative political commentator, as the United States Ambassador to Malaysia is not just diplomatically offensive — it is morally unacceptable. Malaysia must firmly and unequivocally reject this appointment. Nick Adams is not a neutral diplomat. He is a hardline ideologue, well known for his open hostility towards…
In rejecting the appointment of Nick Adams as US ambassador, DAP’s secretary for international affairs, Kasthuri Patto questioned whether Adams fit the criteria required for one to be an ambassador, even more so as US’ top envoy “The role and functions of an Ambassador or High Commissioner includes being the highest-ranking official representing his or…
BY: V SIVAKUMAR When I was in Form 5, I made a sudden decision that surprised many. Out of nowhere, I felt the urge to take up an additional subject in SPM – Pengetahuan Agama Islam. It was not an easy choice. I had never studied the subject before, not even in Form 4. That…
NURUN NAJAH TARMIDZI When Bill Gates told Jimmy Fallon that artificial intelligence (AI) could eventually replace professionals such as doctors and teachers[1], it sparked global debate. These professions are deeply rooted in empathy, communication, and trust—mirroring the very essence of public relations (PR). AI is undoubtedly transforming PR by automating tasks, analysing data, and enhancing…
US President Donald Trump told Russia to end its war with Ukraine in 50 days or face massive economic sanctions along with 100 percent tariffs. The economic sanctions would involve not only Russia but also nations supporting Russia. “We’re going to be doing very severe tariffs if we don’t have a deal in 50 days,…
Deputy Minister of Law and Institutional Reform M Kulasegaran confirmed that the Freedom of Information bill will be tabled in Parliament soon. He pointed out that public access to government information is part of the government’s reforms. He revealed this while delivering his speech at the International Conference on Governance and Integrity 2025. The deputy…
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, their first in-person meeting at a time of simmering trade tensions between the two major powers. Washington’s top diplomat is in Malaysia on his first trip to Asia since taking office, attending the East Asia Summit and…
In view of the 25% reciprocal tariff imposed by the United States, a backbencher has called upon the government to pause the 14.2% electricity tariff hike and the widening of the sales and services tax (SST) that has been imposed since July 1. The DAP lawmaker pointed out that that even the Overnight Policy Rate…
The TikTok video promoting covert underage conversions to Islam by converted preacher Firdaus Wong has been deemed as unlawful and unconstitutional by the High Court. High Court judge Amarjeet Singh instructed Firdaus to permanently remove the video and prohibited him from uploading videos or publishing statements of similar nature, reported FMT. Firdaus was also ordered…
