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MACC, IRB’s demands for privileged docs, info from law firms unlawful – Malaysian Bar

The Malaysian Bar condemns in the strongest terms, the actions of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and the Inland Revenue Board in their unmeritorious and unlawful conduct of attempting to misuse their powers which disregards and overrides legal professional privilege accorded to the clients of advocates and solicitors.

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

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