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From welfare to workforce: Malaysia urged to rethink ageing policy amid rising fiscal strain

Experts say RM1.26bil allocation remains short-term relief as calls grow to reposition seniors as economic assets under a “Silver Economy” model

‘No political will’: Rafizi’s credibility on subsidies questioned by analysts

Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s fresh push for targeted fuel subsidies has drawn scrutiny, with analysts noting that he failed to deliver similar reforms during his time in office

PM’s announcement timely, but one-off aid shouldn’t be the norm: analyst

Temporary aid should be matched with structural reforms to ensure the rakyat’s well-being is not mere rhetoric but a tangible part of daily life, says Datuk Awang Azman Awang Pawi

MCA ‘irrelevant’ in Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election, say analysts 

DAP the logical choice to contest seat as it now commands non-Malay vote, say academics

Dr Mahathir’s claim of non-interference with enforcers, judiciary ‘untrue’: analysts

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's claim of non-interference with government agencies such as the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and the judiciary is being scrutinised by analysts who argue that the assertions may not hold true.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders