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Balancing the sub judice rule and freedom of speech and expression – Rajan Navaratnam

“Freedom of speech is a human right and the foundation upon which democracy is built. Any restriction of freedom of speech is a restriction upon democracy– Deeyah Khan”

Former bowling assistant coach jailed six years for sexual assault of teenage athlete

A former bowling assistant coach was sentenced to six years in prison by the Sessions Court today after he was found guilty of physical sexual assault against a Malaysia Games (Sukma) athlete, six years ago.

Moves to influence judiciary mar public confidence, says chief justice

Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat has emphasised that any attempt to externally influence the judiciary or undermine public confidence in the authority is an aberration to the rule of law.

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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