As Malaysians live longer, the question isn’t just how much wealth we can accumulate, but how well we can protect both our finances and our health. With life expectancy rising to 75.3 years, we explore what it means to preserve quality of life in a changing landscape. We get into it with Linda Yip of HSBC Malaysia, Dr Seow Vei Ken of Sunway Medical Centre, and Charles Ong of Allianz Life Malaysia about striking the right balance between financial strength and health resilience, and why longevity demands a new kind of planning.

As Malaysians live longer, the question isn’t just how much wealth we can accumulate, but how well we can protect both our finances and our health. With life expectancy rising to 75.3 years, we explore what it means to preserve quality of life in a changing landscape. We get into it with Linda Yip of HSBC Malaysia, Dr Seow Vei Ken of Sunway Medical Centre, and Charles Ong of Allianz Life Malaysia about striking the right balance between financial strength and health resilience, and why longevity demands a new kind of planning.

The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let's face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM's distinctive music and tunes!

The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.

The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let's face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM's distinctive music and tunes! The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.

Evening Edition

The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let's face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM's distinctive music and tunes! 

The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.

 The Key To Living Longer and Better

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak was on trial for four counts of abuse of power tied to RM2.27 billion in gratification, and 21 counts of money laundering involving over RM4.3 billion. The court found him guilty on all 25 charges, which includes four for abuse of power, nine for receiving illegal funds, five for using them, and seven for transferring them. We dive into the verdict, Najib's chance of an appeal as well as political ramifications.



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Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak was on trial for four counts of abuse of power tied to RM2.27 billion in gratification, and 21 counts of money laundering involving over RM4.3 billion. The court found him guilty on all 25 charges, which includes four for abuse of power, nine for receiving illegal funds, five for using them, and seven for transferring them. We dive into the verdict, Najib's chance of an appeal as well as political ramifications.Image Credit: Shutterstock

Najib Found Guilty In Latest 1MDB Trial

The PAS-led Perlis government collapsed over Christmas as MB Mohd Shukri Ramli resigned, citing health issues, after eight assemblymen withdrew support. Three PAS ADUNs were also expelled, and Bersatu rebels face pressure to follow. Meanwhile, PAS has proposed a new MB candidate to the Raja of Perlis. We discuss the fallout with FMT’s Northern Bureau Chief, Predeep Nambiar.

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The PAS-led Perlis government collapsed over Christmas as MB Mohd Shukri Ramli resigned, citing health issues, after eight assemblymen withdrew support. Three PAS ADUNs were also expelled, and Bersatu rebels face pressure to follow. Meanwhile, PAS has proposed a new MB candidate to the Raja of Perlis. We discuss the fallout with FMT’s Northern Bureau Chief, Predeep Nambiar. Image Credit: Shutterstock

Perlis Government in Shambles

At RM419.2 billion, Budget 2026 is smaller than last year’s, marking the first contraction since Budget 2020. The government says the leaner budget reflects a focus on fiscal discipline and targeted spending. But beyond the headline figures, do the measures go far enough to strengthen Malaysia’s long-term resilience and growth? We unpack the details — from taxation to tourism — with our experts.



This BFM Budget 2026 Special is brought to you by Mah Sing — Reinvent Spaces. Enhance Life.



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At RM419.2 billion, Budget 2026 is smaller than last year’s, marking the first contraction since Budget 2020. The government says the leaner budget reflects a focus on fiscal discipline and targeted spending. But beyond the headline figures, do the measures go far enough to strengthen Malaysia’s long-term resilience and growth? We unpack the details — from taxation to tourism — with our experts.This BFM Budget 2026 Special is brought to you by Mah Sing — Reinvent Spaces.&nbsp;Enhance&nbsp;Life.Image Credit: Bernama

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