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Hadi Azmi

Malaysia Correspondent

Hadi began his career in film before turning to journalism. Before joining The Straits Times, he reported for the South China Morning Post, Bloomberg, and Radio Free Asia, covering Malaysian politics, society, and the country’s place in the world. He played a key role in ‘Assassins’, the Emmy-nominated documentary on the 2017 killing of Kim Jong-nam, and later directed his own documentary on the separatist conflict in southern Thailand.

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Sabah corruption scandal hits PM Anwar’s office as videos and claims emerge

epa12487395 Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim speaks during a press conference after the closing of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 28 October 2025. The 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits are being held in the Malaysian capital from 26 to 28 October 2025.  EPA/HOW HWEE YOUNG
epa12487395 Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim speaks during a press conference after the closing of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 28 October 2025. The 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits are being held in the Malaysian capital from 26 to 28 October 2025.  EPA/HOW HWEE YOUNG

Malaysia faces renewed calls to rewind the clock, 40 years after shifting to UTC+8

While Kuala Lumpur and Singapore sit on similar longitudes as Bangkok and Jakarta, both operate an hour ahead.
While Kuala Lumpur and Singapore sit on similar longitudes as Bangkok and Jakarta, both operate an hour ahead.

‘Bare shoulders’ backlash: Malaysia artistes turn to self-censorship amid syariah-oversight concerns

Dolla is a Malaysian group consisting of Angel, Sabronzo and Tabby. (pictured left to right)
Dolla is a Malaysian group consisting of Angel, Sabronzo and Tabby. (pictured left to right)

In Malaysia, dubious health supplements thrive on social media despite repeated warnings

Some Malaysians look to supplements that may be illegal from a desire to look more attractive.
Some Malaysians look to supplements that may be illegal from a desire to look more attractive.

Why express bus Aeroline’s suspension exposes cracks in KL’s transport planning

Aeroline buses previously stop in downtown KL & near Petaling Jaya, offering convenience for passengers.
Aeroline buses previously stop in downtown KL & near Petaling Jaya, offering convenience for passengers.

Fifa rejects Malaysia’s appeal over naturalised players; FAM to contest ruling

Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) will now appeal Fifa's decision with the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) will now appeal Fifa's decision with the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

Malaysia defends US trade pact dubbed ‘act of surrender’ amid sovereignty concerns

The trade deal maintains the White House’s unilateral 19 per cent tariff on Malaysian exports, but grants exemptions for 1,711 essential products.
The trade deal maintains the White House’s unilateral 19 per cent tariff on Malaysian exports, but grants exemptions for 1,711 essential products.

Trump lands in Kuala Lumpur to a dance, cheers and some jeers

US President Donald Trump disembarking the Air Force One at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Oct 26.
US President Donald Trump disembarking the Air Force One at Kuala Lumpur International Airport on Oct 26.

Malaysia wrestles over online identity checks as suspect in school killing charged with murder

A 14-year-old was charged with murder in the fatal stabbing of his fellow female schoolmate
A 14-year-old was charged with murder in the fatal stabbing of his fellow female schoolmate

Work on Singapore-Sarawak undersea power cables to start in 2026, says Sarawak minister

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong. (far right) and Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg (far left) witnessing the awarding of the conditional approval to Sembcorp Utilities on Oct 17.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong. (far right) and Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg (far left) witnessing the awarding of the conditional approval to Sembcorp Utilities on Oct 17.

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