Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Thursday, 23 Nov 2023 11:48 AM

MACC freezes 41 bank accounts owned by Aman Palestin

The organisation is being investigated for alleged misappropriation of funds.

MACC freezes 41 bank accounts owned by Aman Palestin

Thursday, 23 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Anwar’s first year in power – from Reformasi to ‘reformati’

The Madani govt has yet to fulfil many promises made in the last general election.

Anwar’s first year in power – from Reformasi to ‘reformati’

Wednesday, 22 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Year-old govt must turn economic plans into reality, say economists

Experts want govt to boost trade, investment opportunities.

Year-old govt must turn economic plans into reality, say economists

Tuesday, 21 Nov 2023 03:16 PM

International schools in Selangor and KL get bomb threats

Police believe it is a hoax.

International schools in Selangor and KL get bomb threats

Monday, 20 Nov 2023 02:02 PM

Bersih meeting to discuss future after chairman quit

Media will be informed of 'collective decision', says deputy chair.

Bersih meeting to discuss future after chairman quit


Friday, 17 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Boycott will not affect foreign investments, say economists

They say Malaysia will not be punished for non-govt-initiated actions. 

Boycott will not affect foreign investments, say economists

Wednesday, 15 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Empty Starbucks, McDonald’s outlets as boycott takes hold

Opening hours have been cut short, workers told to go on leave.

Empty Starbucks, McDonald’s outlets as boycott takes hold

Tuesday, 14 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Malaysians urged to boycott Israel-linked brands

Prof Nazari Ismail says movement inspired by South African anti-apartheid campaign.

Malaysians urged to boycott Israel-linked brands

Monday, 13 Nov 2023 05:40 PM

Anwar didn’t prove himself during Asian financial crisis, says Dr Mahathir

He says the then finance minister heeded World Bank, IMF advice. 

Anwar didn’t prove himself during Asian financial crisis, says Dr Mahathir

Monday, 13 Nov 2023 04:41 PM

DAP and I used each other to defeat Najib, says Dr Mahathir

Former PM says he now has ‘no choice’ but to work with long-time foe, PAS.

DAP and I used each other to defeat Najib, says Dr Mahathir

Monday, 13 Nov 2023 03:44 PM

Chinese, Indians refuse to assimilate, says Dr Mahathir

Ex-PM blames non-Malays for lack of national unity. 

Chinese, Indians refuse to assimilate, says Dr Mahathir

Monday, 13 Nov 2023 03:04 PM

Dr Mahathir says he was ready to hand over PM post

Sheraton Move scuttles former prime minister’s plan for Anwar Ibrahim.

Dr Mahathir says he was ready to hand over PM post

Monday, 13 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Displaced tigers see humans as ‘easy prey’, says zoologist

Amlir Ayat says govt agencies must halt deforestation, poaching.

Displaced tigers see humans as ‘easy prey’, says zoologist

Sunday, 12 Nov 2023 01:10 PM

Tiger attack in Gua Musang claims third victim

Myanmar national mauled at rubber plantation in Meranto.

Tiger attack in Gua Musang claims third victim

Sunday, 12 Nov 2023 11:08 AM

Protests not the answer to Kelantan shariah code challenge, says group

Perikatan MPs should argue case before Federal Court, interfaith council says.

Protests not the answer to Kelantan shariah code challenge, says group