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Noh Omar joined Bersatu to remain politically relevant, say analysts

Experts say the former Umno man's decision to join the opposition bloc is about survival in the crowded political arena

Heavyweight or progressive new candidate, who will win Pulai voters’ hearts?

As the Pulai parliamentary and Simpang Jeram state by-elections draw nearer, political parties have less than a week to nominate candidates to represent them.

‘Poster Boy’ strategy key to PH-BN victory in Penang: analysts

The recent success of Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN) in maintaining their stronghold in  Penang has been attributed to the strategic placement of a ‘poster boy’ for their state election campaign, analysts said.

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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