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Umno secretary-general Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has dismissed suggestions that Barisan Nasional's decision to contest upcoming state elections on their own terms represents a breach of loyalty to the federal administration.
The grandson of Nik Aziz and an Umno official have agreed to settle their dispute amicably, ending tensions that prompted a police investigation into an alleged incident.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says he will back developing and progressive nations competing in the forthcoming FIFA World Cup tournament.
Political analysts warn that a snap election in Negri Sembilan may fail to end the state's ongoing crisis, despite 14 Barisan Nasional assemblymen abandoning Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.
The Beruas Umno chief has rejected allegations of physical assault, characterizing the interaction with a student as nothing more than a cordial touch to the face.
Pas's syura council is poised to meet tomorrow with discussions likely to focus on the party's ongoing relationship with Bersatu, which is grappling with internal complications.
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The Kedah Menteri Besar has departed from standard practice by permitting two assemblymen dismissed by Parti Pribumi Bersatu to retain their positions as executive councillor and deputy Speaker.