Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Friday, 02 Jun 2023 04:00 PM

Cops question Dr Mahathir over Malay proclamation movement

Ex-PM's statement has been taken by Bukit Aman.

Cops question Dr Mahathir over Malay proclamation movement

Friday, 02 Jun 2023 07:00 AM

Suicidal tendencies can be detected, prevented, say experts

They advise parents to monitor emotional, behavioural changes in their children.    

Suicidal tendencies can be detected, prevented, say experts

Thursday, 01 Jun 2023 12:45 PM

Sanusi’s remark irresponsible, says DAP rep

Rayer lodges police report against Kedah menteri besar for questioning Penang’s sovereignty.

Sanusi’s remark irresponsible, says DAP rep

Thursday, 01 Jun 2023 07:00 AM

Investigate old cases but avoid politicking, seeking retribution, say activists

They believe all alleged wrongdoers should be questioned. 

Investigate old cases but avoid politicking, seeking retribution, say activists

Wednesday, 31 May 2023 12:22 PM

Lodge police reports against Kedah MB, Guan Eng tells Penang folk

Bagan MP says Sanusi public danger to peace, security of nation.

Lodge police reports against Kedah MB, Guan Eng tells Penang folk


Tuesday, 30 May 2023 02:01 PM

Study shows race narrative topped social media postings during GE

Research records more than 60,000 posts relating to matter.

Study shows race narrative topped social media postings during GE

Tuesday, 30 May 2023 07:00 AM

Muslim group asks for unaccredited preachers to be allowed to speak in mosques, surau

It is unIslamic to bar qualified people from preaching, says Wan Ji Wan Husin.

Muslim group asks for unaccredited preachers to be allowed to speak in mosques, surau

Friday, 26 May 2023 07:00 AM

Muslim groups demand more action to tackle LGBT influence

They say crackdowns are a continuation of previous govt’s policy. 

Muslim groups demand more action to tackle LGBT influence

Thursday, 25 May 2023 11:49 AM

Bersih urges end to decades of political appointments, patronage

Watchdog asks if country lacks talent for PM to name Wong Chen in non-executive role of state-owned firm.

Bersih urges end to decades of political appointments, patronage

Tuesday, 23 May 2023 07:00 PM

Raiding watch store over LGBT symbol will isolate Malaysia, say groups

They urge Putrajaya to promote a culture of acceptance, understanding instead of intolerance.

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Raiding watch store over LGBT symbol will isolate Malaysia, say groups

Tuesday, 23 May 2023 11:29 AM

Govt working to curb spread of LGBT ideology, says minister

Religious agencies have developed Islamic rehabilitation programmes for homosexuals.

Govt working to curb spread of LGBT ideology, says minister

Monday, 22 May 2023 11:17 AM

Fire breaks out in Jalan Gasing EPF building

Videos on social media show landmark covered in flames, black smoke.

Fire breaks out in Jalan Gasing EPF building

Sunday, 21 May 2023 07:00 PM

PSM against new retirement age for bank employees

It says Malaysia should prioritise youth employment, senior citizen support over surface-level measures.

PSM against new retirement age for bank employees

Sunday, 21 May 2023 12:09 PM

You told voters to back DAP too, party leader tells Muhyiddin

Sheikh Umar reminds Bersatu chief he was once part of Pakatan Harapan.

You told voters to back DAP too, party leader tells Muhyiddin

Sunday, 21 May 2023 07:00 AM

Pakatan, BN leaders say grassroots must do more for unity

Strong front against Perikatan Nasional crucial with state elections on the horizon.

Pakatan, BN leaders say grassroots must do more for unity