Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Wednesday, 06 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

Gerakbudaya founder says no real reform until red tape ends

Change won’t happen until dept tasked with inspecting publishers is abolished, Chong Ton Sin says.

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Gerakbudaya founder says no real reform until red tape ends

Tuesday, 05 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

PAS’ Malay-Muslim agenda key to winning polls, pundits say

Conservative narrative captures imagination of young voters with low political literacy.

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PAS’ Malay-Muslim agenda key to winning polls, pundits say

Sunday, 03 Dec 2023 07:00 AM

‘Dr Sam’ to serve as PAS poster boy in next general election

Islamist party has lofty ambitions, pundits say.

‘Dr Sam’ to serve as PAS poster boy in next general election

Saturday, 25 Nov 2023 07:00 AM

Child activists call for better mechanism, officers to manage abuse reports

Govt must ensure that no plea for help is overlooked.

Child activists call for better mechanism, officers to manage abuse reports

Thursday, 23 Nov 2023 12:10 PM

Health Ministry reports 28% spike in Covid cases

A total of 2,305 coronavirus infections logged from Nov 12 to 18.  

Health Ministry reports 28% spike in Covid cases


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