Top 5 at 5: Release the PJD Link Files, Residents Demand

Four Petaling Jaya residents have won a civil court order compelling the Selangor Planning Department to disclose crucial PJD Link highway documents. With concerns over environmental, social, and traffic impacts, they argue that affected residents deserve full transparency. We speak to one of the residents behind the legal challenge.

Other stories we covered:

• Oscar-winning filmmaker attacked and detained in West Bank: Hamdan Ballal, co-director of the Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land, was assaulted and detained by Israeli settlers and soldiers outside his home. Released a day later, he claims the attack was retaliation for his film. What does this incident reveal about Israel’s treatment of cultural workers? Middle East scholar Assal Rad shares her insights.
• Fentanyl found in Malaysia: Police have detected traces of fentanyl in Lembah Subang sewage samples, confirming the drug’s presence despite previous denials. With past traces found in Klang Valley and Johor, authorities now suspect a local drug lab. What does this mean for Malaysia’s drug crisis? We speak to addiction consultant Dr. Chris Sekar.
• Rare Terrapin discovery in Pahang sparks conservation efforts: A critically endangered southern river terrapin has been found in Kuantan River, marking the species' first recorded presence outside Kedah, Perak, and Terengganu. Researchers have since discovered potential nesting sites and 41 eggs, raising hopes for conservation. What’s next for these turtles? We ask Dr. Chen Pelf Nyok of the Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia.
• Jalur Gemilang badge for students: Starting next month, all public school students must wear a Jalur Gemilang badge, provided by the government, as part of a new push for patriotism. While authorities say it fosters unity, the move has sparked debate over the meaning of national identity. We discuss.

Image Credit: Shutterstock

Presenter: Lee Chwi Lynn, Sharaad Kuttan

Producer: Dashran Yohan, Sneha Harikannan, Juliet Jacobs, Alia Zefri

pj residents oscar winner Hamdan Ballal No Other Land detained by israeli soldiers fentanyl fentanyl in malaysia terrapin in kuantan jalur gemilang badge school uniforms PJD Link river terrapins endangered species national pride patriotism malaysian government

Recent episodes