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Nearly 3,000 flights have been disrupted and more than 340,000 passengers affected, after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau caused widespread disruption to Indonesia’s aviation network. Although several airports have reopened, the situation highlights the wider risks volcanic eruptions can pose…

AI: Malaysia Forced to Pick a Side?
Malaysia is reportedly considering Huawei’s AI chips for a RM2 billion national data initiative, despite US warnings over the use of advanced Chinese technology. The decision could test Malaysia’s long-standing strategy of balancing relations with Washington and Beijing, particularly as its booming…

Can Malaysia Fix Its Inquest System?
Malaysia is set to introduce a Coroners Bill next year as the government seeks to create a more independent and transparent system for investigating deaths. The proposed reforms could go beyond determining how someone died, giving coroners a greater role in identifying systemic failures and prevent…

Morning Brief - Sep 8, 2026
Morning Brief - Sep 8, 2026

Morning Brief - Sep 8, 2026
Morning Brief - Sep 8, 2026

Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026
Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026

Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026
Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026

Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026
Morning Brief - Sep 7, 2026

What to Watch At UMNO’s AGM?
Following UMNO's recent state election momentum, what will be the key signals to watch at the upcoming General Assembly? Adib Zalkapli, Managing Director of Viewfinder Global Affairs, joins The Morning Run to analyse the key dynamics expected at the AGM, including grassroots pressure over PAS coope…

Is Venezuela About to Reshape Oil Markets?
The US and Venezuela have struck a sweeping oil agreement that could eventually unlock greater access to some of the world’s largest crude reserves, while Caracas is reportedly considering leaving OPEC. The developments come as renewed US-Iran hostilities are once again threatening global energy su…