Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Tuesday, 11 Apr 2023 07:00 AM

Affected parties say abolition of mandatory death penalty unfair

Gerakan Pembela Ummah says move may cause more trauma for victims’ kin.

Affected parties say abolition of mandatory death penalty unfair

Sunday, 09 Apr 2023 11:10 AM

Najib must be pardoned for right reasons, says lawyer

Mohamed Haniff urges former PM's supporters to approach MACC probe into judge with caution. 

1 comment

Najib must be pardoned for right reasons, says lawyer

Saturday, 08 Apr 2023 03:41 PM

Police deny parading teenager in front of the media

Seri Alam police chief says officers acted professionally throughout the remand process.

Police deny parading teenager in front of the media

Saturday, 08 Apr 2023 11:17 AM

Anwar has no say in pardon process, says PKR rep

Pasir Gudang MP says the real power lies with the king, who chairs the Pardons Board.

Anwar has no say in pardon process, says PKR rep

Wednesday, 05 Apr 2023 09:40 AM

Activists call for progressive policies on refugees

They urge Putrajaya to engage with them.

Activists call for progressive policies on refugees


Monday, 03 Apr 2023 05:01 PM

Dewan Rakyat passes bill to abolish death penalty

MPs unanimously vote in favour of it.  

Dewan Rakyat passes bill to abolish death penalty

Monday, 03 Apr 2023 11:13 AM

Perikatan MPs walk out over EPF withdrawal demand

Group argues with deputy speaker over refusal to allow debate.

Perikatan MPs walk out over EPF withdrawal demand

Monday, 03 Apr 2023 07:00 AM

Ramadan bazaar food costly, low-quality, say consumer groups

They also complain of lack of cleanliness, unhygienic practices.

Ramadan bazaar food costly, low-quality, say consumer groups

Sunday, 02 Apr 2023 04:48 PM

Vape industry players given a month to register with Customs

Manufacturers will be penalised if they’re late. 

Vape industry players given a month to register with Customs

Saturday, 01 Apr 2023 07:00 AM

Academics say no reason for UiTM to cancel dialogue session

They say university administrators should have approved Muda’s talk on exploitation of interns.

Academics say no reason for UiTM to cancel dialogue session

Monday, 27 Mar 2023 05:53 PM

Charles Santiago returns as SPAN chairman

His appointment takes effect from March 20.  

Charles Santiago returns as SPAN chairman

Monday, 27 Mar 2023 04:20 PM

Foreigners target of corrupt enforcement officers, says MACC no. 2

Ahmad Khusairi Yahaya laments severity of situation involving officials soliciting bribes.

Foreigners target of corrupt enforcement officers, says MACC no. 2

Monday, 27 Mar 2023 07:00 AM

Saudi-backed peace centre will benefit Malaysia, expert says

But questions remain over funding and Riyadh’s poor track record as a peacemaker.

Saudi-backed peace centre will benefit Malaysia, expert says

Thursday, 23 Mar 2023 03:08 PM

Suppressed evidence will clear Guan Eng, court told

Defence counsel condemns prosecution for withholding exculpatory information. 

Suppressed evidence will clear Guan Eng, court told

Thursday, 23 Mar 2023 07:00 AM

Stakeholders worry over taxation on vape products

They seek clearer guidelines on sale of liquids, devices.

Stakeholders worry over taxation on vape products