Independence Day

‘Left’ behind: the forgotten contributions of Malaysian socialists to independence

Malaysian Socialist Party deputy chief talks about the unsung heroes behind Malaya’s freedom from British colonisation

Photo of the Day: Jalur Gemilang adorn Selangor Mansion ahead of Independence Day

Patriotic fervour intensifies as Merdeka looms

Tensions rise as protesters crash high-profile US embassy event at 5-star hotel

Youth movement disrupted Independence Day dinner, condemning American support for Israel amid ongoing conflict in Palestine

‘Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka’ is this year’s National Day, Malaysia Day theme

Last year’s logo will be used again for both celebrations this year

My Merdeka dream – Ravindran Raman Kutty

IT would be food for thought to sometimes wonder where we would be today without the magic words “Merdeka! Merdeka! Merdeka!” and the Midas touch of our greatest and first prime minister and Father of Independence, the late Tunku Abdul Rahman.  

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NCPR route: Activists slam Penang’s RM2.4bil ‘car-centric’ solution for endangering environment, wildlife

Environmentalists and transport advocates warn of irreversible damage as state pushes ahead with controversial Tanjung Bungah-Teluk Bahang road

Putra Heights gas explosion: MBSJ’s ROW incursion approval needs scrutiny, says planning law expert 

Just because approval is given does not make it right, reminds Derek Fernandez  

Interfaith Council concerned over proposed guidelines on Muslim participation in non-Muslim events

It said the guidelines mooted by the government, could have implications for religious understanding, tolerance, and acceptance among all Malaysians