Politics
Hungary Ousts Orbán, Péter Magyar Wins
Hungarian voters oust Viktor Orbán after 16 years; Péter Magyar pledges EU, NATO ties, reshaping politics and global far‑right influence.
Category: People
Workplace
Tech Industry Faces “Low Fire, Low Hire” as Layoffs Continue
Tech layoffs continue in 2026, with 40,000 jobs cut as firms pivot to AI, streamline operations, and correct pandemic over-hiring.
Workplace
Disney to Cut 1,000 Jobs in Latest Restructuring Drive
Disney plans to lay off 1,000 employees as part of Project Imagine, focusing on cost reduction and marketing unification.
Travel and Tourism
Tourism Hit by War Jitters, Industry Adapts
Malaysia's tourism faces challenges due to conflict-related disruptions, prompting industry shifts towards budget options and regional focus amidst stable domestic demand.
Education
University of London Launches Online Postgraduate Microcredentials in Malaysia
University of London introduces flexible online postgraduate microcredentials in Malaysia, offering stackable pathways for professionals to upskill affordably.
Corruption
Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Daim’s Sons and Businesswoman
Court issues arrest warrants for Daim’s sons and businesswoman after failing MACC summons; interim stay granted pending further application.
Education
What my academic journey taught me about success
The author reflects on the pressures of the SPM exam in Malaysia, recognizing that true success encompasses personal growth and passion beyond academic results.
Corruption
Najib ordered to pay US$1.3 billion to SRC International
Najib Razak ordered to pay SRC International US$1.3 billion for breach of fiduciary duties, misappropriation, and abuse of position.
Social Media
Why Social Media Restrictions Won’t Work? Because Teens are Curious!
Prohibiting social media for users under 16 is ineffective. A balanced approach involving parents, schools, and platforms is essential for meaningful online safety.
Appoinments
Tunku Tun Aminah Appointed Chairperson of Berjaya Property
Berjaya Property names Tunku Tun Aminah Sultan Ibrahim as chairperson, expanding her leadership portfolio across Berjaya group companies.
War
More bases hit by Iranian missiles
Iran’s IRGC claims missile strikes on US and Israeli bases; US sinks Iranian vessels as regional tensions escalate sharply.
Politics
Anwar’s Former Aide Demands Retraction from CNA Over NexG “Takeover” Report
Farhash Wafa Salvador has issued a legal demand to CNA, denying claims that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim halted his takeover.
Appoinments
ICDM Appoints Hamidah Naziadin to its Board of Directors
The Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) has appointed Hamidah Naziadin to its Board of Directors. This latest appointment supports ICDM’s continued commitment to raising the standards…
Politics
GE16 Speculation: Could an Early Election Lift Market?
Talk of GE16 in 2H2026 raises market optimism, with financials and consumer stocks historically outperforming before elections.
Business News
Marina Yusoff Passes Away
Former lawyer, entrepreneur, and veteran politician Marina Yusoff died peacefully at 92, leaving a legacy spanning Umno, Semangat 46, and PKR.
Workplace
Unemployment Rate Holds at 2.9% in Jan-26
Malaysia’s unemployment rate remained steady at 2.9% in January 2026, despite a decrease in job vacancies, particularly in the services sector.