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Six Malaysian men jailed for S$4.9 million armed robbery at King Albert Park GCB

Six Malaysian men were sentenced to jail terms ranging from seven years and eight months to nearly 13 years for an armed gang robbery at a Good Class Bungalow in Singapore's King Albert Park area. The heist, which occurred in the early hours of April 18, 2024, targeted a high…

2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Singapore.

· evening

Malaysian Man Jailed for Using SMS Blaster to Send Thousands of Phishing Messages in Singapore

Ong Kak Seng, a 28 year old Malaysian man, was sentenced on September 14 to one year and nine months in jail and a S$1,500 fine for his role in a phishing scam. Ong pleaded guilty to a charge of cheating as part of a criminal conspiracy. He will serve an additional week in jail…

2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Singapore.

· evening

Former Malaysian Religious Affairs Minister Pleads Not Guilty in Tabung Haji Fund Case

Former religious affairs minister Jamil Khir Baharom pleaded not guilty in the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court to three charges of dishonestly causing Tabung Haji to dispose of RM860.3 million in funds. The charges relate to three separate transfers made between April 2015 and…

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2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Umno President Challenges Pakatan Harapan to Dissolve Parliament or Remove Party from Government

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has challenged the Pakatan Harapan led coalition government to either remove Umno from power or call for a snap general election. Speaking at the party's annual general assembly in Kuala Lumpur, Zahid stated that the unity government was formed…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Malaysia King Defers Ruling on Former Prime Minister Najib Razak's Pardon Bid

Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar has deferred a ruling on the royal pardon application for jailed former Prime Minister Najib Razak. The Legal Affairs Division under the Prime Minister's Department announced on Friday that the matter has been postponed to a future Pardons…

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2 sources across 2 countries · Malaysia · United States

Who reported this

  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


SK Telecom CEO Attends Global Mobile Industry Event in Malaysia

SK Telecom Co. CEO Jeong Jai-hun participated in a regional event hosted by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this week. According to the South Korean telecom operator, Jeong met with industry officials from the Association…

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2 sources · South Korea · 1 of them is linked to a state

Who reported this

  • Yonhap South Korea · Centre · State-affiliated · Cooperative; statutory national agency with state subsidy
  • The Korea Herald South Korea · Centre-right · Herald Corporation (Yeongpoong Group)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from South Korea.

· morning


Malaysian Authorities Recover All Five Victims of Sarawak Helicopter Crash

Malaysian authorities have recovered the remains of all five people aboard a flying doctor helicopter that crashed near Long Lellang in Sarawak. Following the accident, the Sarawak government announced it will provide RM100,000 in aid to the family of each deceased personnel.…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Malaysia · United States

Who reported this

  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Associated Press United States · Centre · Non-profit news cooperative

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Pakatan Harapan and Umno Clash Over Potential Pardon for Najib Razak

The Federal Territories Pardons Board, chaired by King Sultan Ibrahim, is reportedly scheduled to meet this Friday to consider a clemency application from former Prime Minister Najib Razak. Najib is currently serving prison sentences for corruption linked to the 1MDB scandal. In…

development
3 sources across 3 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia · South Africa

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Daily Maverick South Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Five Killed in Medical Service Helicopter Crash in Malaysia

Five people died on Tuesday after a Flying Doctor service helicopter crashed near the Long Lellang short take off and landing airport in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad stated that the victims included a pilot and four ministry staff members: a…

2 sources across 2 countries · Brazil · Hong Kong

Who reported this

  • CNN Brasil Brazil · Centre · Rubens Menin (MRV)
  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Malaysia Lifts Haze Emergency in Sarawak as Regional Air Quality Fluctuates

Malaysia has lifted a state of emergency in the Serian district of Sarawak after air pollution levels dropped below the critical threshold. The emergency was declared on Friday after the Air Pollution Index (API) in Serian reached 519, surpassing the 500 mark required for an…

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3 sources across 3 countries · Hong Kong · Indonesia · Singapore · 1 of them is linked to a state

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara
  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Air Quality Emergency Declared in Malaysia as Indonesian Wildfires Spread

Malaysia has declared a state of emergency in the Serian district of Sarawak on Borneo island after air pollution readings reached critical levels. The Air Pollutant Index (API) peaked at 512, surpassing the hazardous threshold of 300 and triggering the emergency declaration.…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Indonesia · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara
  • Financial Times United Kingdom · Centre · Nikkei Inc.

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Indonesian Wildfires Cause Regional Haze and Health Crisis

Widespread fires across Borneo and Sumatra have blanketed parts of Indonesia and neighboring countries in hazardous smog. The haze has spread to Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines, leading to school closures and an increase in respiratory problems. In Malaysia, an…

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2 sources across 2 countries · Taiwan · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • Taipei Times Taiwan · Centre-left · Liberty Times Group
  • The Guardian United Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Southeast Asia Battles Hazardous Haze as Indonesian Wildfires Spread

A regional air pollution crisis has intensified across Southeast Asia due to wildfires in Indonesia, particularly in Kalimantan and Sumatra. The situation reached a critical point in Malaysia, where a state of emergency was declared for the Serian district of Sarawak after air…

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5 sources across 4 countries · Singapore · Malaysia · Qatar · Taiwan · 3 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Al Jazeera Qatar · Centre-left · State-affiliated · Qatari government funded
  • Taipei Times Taiwan · Centre-left · Liberty Times Group

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Malaysia Declares State of Emergency in Sarawak Due to Toxic Haze

Malaysia has declared a state of emergency in the Serian division of Sarawak on the island of Borneo after hazardous haze from forest fires in neighboring Indonesia drove air pollution to critical levels. King Sultan Ibrahim consented to the declaration after the Air Pollutant…

development
4 sources across 4 countries · Bangladesh · Brazil · Hong Kong · Indonesia

Who reported this

  • The Daily Star Bangladesh · Centre · Mediaworld Ltd
  • UOL Brazil · Centre-left · Grupo Folha
  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak Wins Stay on Bankruptcy Proceedings

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has won a court bid to halt bankruptcy proceedings regarding 1.69 billion ringgit in alleged unpaid tax arrears. The Court of Appeal ruled that the High Court erred in its previous refusal to grant a stay application. The legal…

2 sources across 2 countries · Malaysia · United States

Who reported this

  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Malaysia Launches Cloud Seeding Operation to Combat Hazardous Haze in Sarawak

Malaysia began a three day cloud seeding operation on Thursday in the state of Sarawak to reduce hazardous haze and replenish water reserves. The operation targets three hydroelectric dams, including Batang Ai, Bakun, and Murum, as well as 13 water catchment areas. Sarawak…

development single-lean coverage
2 sources · Indonesia

Who reported this

  • Tempo English Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Tempo Inti Media
  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Indonesia.

· evening

Anwar Ibrahim's Recent Comments Spark Debate Over Malaysia's US China Balance

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has faced questions regarding the sustainability of his neutral stance between the United States and China following two sets of comments made last month. In an interview with Al Jazeera that aired on August 16, Anwar stated that he sees…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Germany · Indonesia

Who reported this

  • Deutsche Welle Germany · Centre · Public · German federal public-law corporation
  • Tempo English Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Tempo Inti Media

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Former Malaysian Minister Arrested in Tabung Haji Corruption Probe

A former Malaysian minister has been arrested by the Malaysian Anti Corruption Commission (MACC) in connection with a probe into the state haj fund, Lembaga Tabung Haji. The MACC stated that the arrest is linked to a hotel lease agreement in Saudi Arabia. The individual appeared…

2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


UNHCR Warns Against Malaysia's Planned Repatriation of Myanmar Refugees

The UNHCR has stated it has no role in Malaysia's planned repatriation of refugees to Myanmar, warning that the country remains unsafe for return. Malaysia's Home Ministry recently finalized the first phase of a voluntary repatriation program intended to return 1,476 refugees on…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · South Africa · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • Daily Maverick South Africa · Centre-left · Reader-funded
  • Reuters United Kingdom · Centre · Thomson Reuters Corporation

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Wildfires in Kalimantan Trigger Regional Haze and National Park Closures

Wildfires in Indonesia's Kalimantan region have caused a surge in hotspots and hazardous air quality that has affected neighboring Malaysia and Brunei. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) reported a significant increase in hotspots in West Kalimantan as of August 31,…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Indonesia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Tempo English Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Tempo Inti Media

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Heavy traffic expected at Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints during September school holidays

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has issued a travel advisory expecting heavy traffic and longer waiting times at the Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints from September 4 to 14 during the September school holidays. Travellers are encouraged to plan their journeys in…

2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Singapore.

· morning


Malaysian Prime Minister Announces Measures to Combat Rising Living Costs

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has introduced measures to address rising living costs and provide support for local businesses. Effective September 1, the government will restore higher quotas for subsidized fuel purchases. The monthly quota for RON95 gasoline will…

development
3 sources across 3 countries · Hong Kong · United Kingdom · United States

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Reuters United Kingdom · Centre · Thomson Reuters Corporation
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Considers Delaying National Elections

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is considering pushing back national elections following state poll defeats and political vulnerabilities. While some reports indicate he is looking toward the second half of next year, other reports suggest he may weigh delaying the…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · United States

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore Commit to Keeping Malacca Strait Open and Safe

Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore have reaffirmed their commitment to keeping the Strait of Malacca and the Singapore straits free, open, and safe for international shipping. The three littoral states emphasized this goal during the 17th Co-operation Forum, an event linked to a…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Singapore · United States · 1 of them is linked to a state

Who reported this

  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning

Indonesia Sanctions Companies and Intensifies Firefighting as Haze Spreads Regionally

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the revocation of business permits for corporations found responsible for forest fires as toxic haze spreads across Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. The Ministry of Forestry has already imposed administrative sanctions on six…

development
7 sources across 6 countries · 1 of them is linked to a state

Who reported this

  • Tempo English Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Tempo Inti Media
  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara
  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • The Japan Times Japan · Centre · News2u Holdings
  • Al Jazeera Qatar · Centre-left · State-affiliated · Qatari government funded
  • The Guardian United Kingdom · Centre-left · Scott Trust Limited
  • Associated Press United States · Centre · Non-profit news cooperative

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Hundreds of Schools in Sarawak Closed Due to Very Unhealthy Haze

Authorities in Sarawak have closed nearly 600 schools for two days after air pollution levels reached very unhealthy levels. The closure affects 509 primary schools and 82 secondary schools, impacting nearly 200,000 students who will continue their lessons through home based…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Indonesia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Tempo English Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Tempo Inti Media

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim reaffirms Malaysia's One China policy

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated in an Al Jazeera interview that he views Taiwan as part of China. Anwar noted that this position is not new and has been in place since the era of former Prime Minister Najib Razak. When questioned about the self governed status of the island,…

2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Malaysia Airlines flight aborts takeoff at Narita Airport

A Malaysia Airlines plane bound for Kuala Lumpur aborted its takeoff on Thursday morning at Narita airport near Tokyo. The aircraft, an Airbus A330 operating as Flight 89, experienced a problem with its left engine while moving onto a runway at approximately 10:40 a.m. Black…

2 sources · Japan

Who reported this

  • Asahi Shimbun Japan · Centre-left · Asahi Shimbun Company (family and employee held)
  • Kyodo News Japan · Centre · Non-profit publisher cooperative

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· morning

Taiwan Updates on Infrastructure, Elections, and Foreign Relations

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that remarks by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, which implied Taiwan is a Chinese province seeking independence, threaten regional peace and stability. The ministry asserted that Taiwan is a sovereign, independent country and not…

2 sources · Taiwan

Who reported this

  • Taipei Times Taiwan · Centre-left · Liberty Times Group
  • Focus Taiwan Taiwan · Centre · Public · Central News Agency, statutory funding

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· morning


Three people killed in Kuala Lumpur immigration truck crash

A father and his two daughters, aged 53, 25, and 12, were killed on the spot in an early morning traffic accident involving an immigration truck in Kuala Lumpur. The 55 year old mother survived the crash but sustained serious injuries to her head, right hand, and both legs,…

2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

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  • Left
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

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· morning


DAP Votes to Remain in Anwar Ibrahim's Ruling Alliance

The Democratic Action Party (DAP) voted on Sunday to remain in Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ruling alliance, ensuring the stability of the administration until its term ends in early 2028. Nearly 90 percent of the more than 2,200 delegates at the party congress supported the…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Indonesia Forest Fires Trigger Severe Haze in Malaysia

Indonesia has experienced a significant increase in land and forest fires, with approximately 182,000 hectares burned in July alone. This monthly total is nearly double the area burned during the first half of the year. According to the Nusantara Atlas platform, the total area…

development
3 sources across 3 countries · Indonesia · Malaysia · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • The Economist United Kingdom · Centre-right · Exor N.V. and Agnelli family

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Malaysian Man Charged Over Fake Employee Passes and Official Stamps

A 23 year old Malaysian man will be charged on Thursday, August 13, for allegedly possessing fake employee passes and official stamps bearing the emblems of the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Supreme Court. The man was apprehended at the Woodlands Checkpoint arrival bus hall…

development
2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
  • Centre-right
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  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

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· evening

Veteran MP Wong Chen leaves PKR to join Bersama

Wong Chen, a three term Member of Parliament, has resigned from the People's Justice Party (PKR) and his Subang parliamentary seat to join the newly rebranded Bersama. Wong, who spent nearly 20 years in PKR, stated that his departure was a heartbreaking moment. He cited the need…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening


Opposition Walkout During Tabung Haji Debate Sparks Political Tension

Opposition lawmakers walked out of a special session regarding the Tabung Haji pilgrimage savings fund on Tuesday. The opposition had requested that the debate be postponed until the return of Prime Minister Anwar, who was absent while recovering from an elective laparoscopic…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Lawyer Lim Tean arrested in Malaysia and returned to Singapore to serve jail term

Lawyer Lim Tean was handed over to Singapore authorities on August 11 after being arrested by the Royal Malaysia Police in Johor Bahru on August 6. Lim, the 61 year old founder of Peoples Voice and secretary general of the People's Alliance for Reform, had failed to surrender to…

2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Singapore.

· evening


72 year old Singaporean man rescued after kidnapping in Malaysia

A 72 year old Singaporean man was rescued by the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) in the state of Kedah on August 7 after being kidnapped in late July. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) stated that the rescue was the result of close collaboration between the police forces of both…

development
2 sources · Singapore · 2 of them are linked to a state

Who reported this

  • CNA Singapore · Centre · State-affiliated · Mediacorp, wholly owned by Temasek Holdings
  • The Straits Times Singapore · Centre-right · State-affiliated · SPH Media Trust; management shares under the NPPA

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from Singapore.

· evening

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim undergoes hernia surgery

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has successfully undergone elective laparoscopic surgery to treat a para-umbilical abdominal hernia. According to the head of his medical team, Sri Ranga Abdullah Ramaiah, the procedure went smoothly and the Prime Minister is currently…

development single-lean coverage
2 sources across 2 countries · Malaysia · Pakistan

Who reported this

  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Dawn Pakistan · Centre-left · Pakistan Herald Publications (Haroon family)

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Undergoes Medical Procedure

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing medical examinations and a procedure on the advice of medical specialists. He is expected to remain under observation for two days. Senior Press Secretary Tunku Nashrul Abaidah called for prayers for the Prime Minister to be…

single-lean coverage
2 sources across 2 countries · Malaysia · Qatar · 1 of them is linked to a state

Who reported this

  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Al Jazeera Qatar · Centre-left · State-affiliated · Qatari government funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
  • Centre-right
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Malaysia Aviation Group mandates drug screening for pilots following arrest in Jakarta

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) has ordered mandatory drug testing and stricter screening for all pilots across its airlines. The move follows the arrest of a 39 year old Malaysia Airlines second officer on July 28 in Jakarta. Indonesian authorities allegedly found 26kg of MDMA in…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
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  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Malaysian Court Postpones Charges Against Former PM Ismail Sabri Due to Health Issues

A Malaysian court has postponed proceedings to charge former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob after he was hospitalized. The 66 year old former leader is facing charges related to failing to declare assets and corruption. These charges follow the arrest of a senior aide and…

3 sources across 3 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia · United States

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • Bloomberg United States · Centre · Bloomberg L.P. (Michael Bloomberg)

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Passenger Arrested After Attempting to Open Emergency Exit on Flight to Kochi

A passenger was arrested on Thursday after allegedly attempting to open the emergency exit of a Batik Air flight traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi. The individual, identified as Jamsheer Athanikkal from the Palakkad district of Kerala, was on flight OD231 when the incident…

2 sources · India

Who reported this

  • The Indian Express India · Centre · Indian Express Group (Goenka family)
  • Hindustan Times India · Centre-right · HT Media (KK Birla group)

What the colours mean

  • Left
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Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

Every source for this story reports from India.

· evening


Malaysian Pilot Arrested with 70,000 Ecstasy Pills in Jakarta

A 39 year old Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport while attempting to smuggle approximately 70,000 ecstasy pills. CCTV footage released on Monday shows officers removing several bags of drugs, weighing between 25kg and 26kg, from a silver suitcase. The pilot…

development
3 sources across 3 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded
  • BBC News United Kingdom · Centre · Public · Licence fee, royal charter

What the colours mean

  • Left
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  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Anthony Loke resigns as Negeri Sembilan DAP chief

Democratic Action Party (DAP) secretary general Anthony Loke has announced his resignation as the party's Negeri Sembilan chairman. Loke stated that his decision was personal and not the result of pressure from any other party. He noted that it is the right time for new…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Pakatan Harapan Loses Control of Negeri Sembilan State

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's coalition, Pakatan Harapan (PH), lost control of the Malaysian state of Negeri Sembilan on Saturday. PH won 11 of the state's 36 seats, a decrease from the 17 seats it held in 2023. The Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition secured 18 seats, while…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Japan

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • The Japan Times Japan · Centre · News2u Holdings

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Malaysian Pilot Arrested in Indonesia for Smuggling 70,000 Ecstasy Pills

A 39 year old Malaysian pilot, identified by the initials MSO, was arrested Wednesday at Jakarta's Soekarno Hatta International Airport after arriving from Kuala Lumpur. Customs officials discovered 14 bags containing more than 70,000 ecstasy pills in the pilot's suitcase and…

4 sources across 4 countries · Hong Kong · Indonesia · Japan · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • The Jakarta Post Indonesia · Centre-left · PT Bina Media Tenggara
  • The Japan Times Japan · Centre · News2u Holdings
  • Reuters United Kingdom · Centre · Thomson Reuters Corporation

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· morning


Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Negeri Sembilan Election

The Negeri Sembilan election is taking place as Prime Minister Anwar reiterates anti-corruption messages linked to a report on Tabung Haji. The state-run haj pilgrims fund board was subject to a 2021 Royal Commission of Inquiry that investigated management and operations from…

development
2 sources across 2 countries · Hong Kong · Malaysia

Who reported this

  • South China Morning Post Hong Kong · Centre-right · Alibaba Group
  • Malaysiakini Malaysia · Centre-left · Mkini Dotcom, subscriber-funded

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening

Malaysian PM Announces Myanmar Agreement to Accept 5,000 Rohingya Refugees

The Malaysian Prime Minister has stated that Myanmar agreed to take back 5,000 Rohingya refugees from Malaysia. This development follows recent tensions between the refugee population and local communities in Malaysia.

single-lean coverage
2 sources across 2 countries · Japan · United Kingdom

Who reported this

  • The Japan Times Japan · Centre · News2u Holdings
  • Reuters United Kingdom · Centre · Thomson Reuters Corporation

What the colours mean

  • Left
  • Centre-left
  • Centre
  • Centre-right
  • Right
  • A hatched block means the outlet is affiliated with, or controlled by, a state.

Political lean describes where an outlet sits within the politics of its own country. It is never a position on a single global scale.

Political lean is comparable inside one country and not across them, which is why the bar groups by country first. Publicly funded broadcasters are not marked as state-linked.

The owner of each outlet is listed as a matter of record, not as a judgement about the outlet.

· evening