Archive - 18 October 2021

Don't prevent others from moving up the ladder, Umno members told

Don't prevent others from moving up the ladder, Umno members told

Mahdzir Khalid says Umno is a party structured at every level.
Zahid knew about misuse of foundation funds since 2014 - prosecution

Zahid knew about misuse of foundation funds since 2014 - prosecution

Instead, he points the finger at his former executive secretary.

'I don't feel safe' - Sajat settles down in Australia

'I don't feel safe' - Sajat settles down in Australia

The businessperson facing a syariah case says she has given up.

Govt ends Inland Revenue Board CEO's contract

Govt ends Inland Revenue Board CEO's contract

Sabin Samitah's tenure sees the agency doggedly pursuing Najib's family.

MP SPEAKS | Pandora Papers: Inaction reminds of MACC's past failures

MP SPEAKS | Pandora Papers: Inaction reminds of MACC's past failures

MACC must come clean and explain.
I won't betray voters - Warisan rep rubbishes quit rumours

I won't betray voters - Warisan rep rubbishes quit rumours

Norazlinah Arif says she will stay loyal despite not holding high post.

MMA: Anti-vaccine folks change after loved ones die, don't let that be you

MMA: Anti-vaccine folks change after loved ones die, don't let that be you

The doctors' group says this is based on experience dealing with such patients.

Make plantation sector more attractive with innovations, MP tells govt

Make plantation sector more attractive with innovations, MP tells govt

Otherwise, she warns the sector will be crippled in the future.

Sorry, call me evil but I have to be firm - KJ on anti-vaxxers

Sorry, call me evil but I have to be firm - KJ on anti-vaxxers

Evidence on effectiveness of the vaccines have been provided, he adds.

Health Ministry plans to meet with anti-vaccine groups

Health Ministry plans to meet with anti-vaccine groups

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister warns them not to spread fake news.

Malacca Harapan will try to block state election

Malacca Harapan will try to block state election

It will file a suit to seek review on the matter.

Top In Tech: The Sharing Economy Concept for SMEs’ Sustainable Growth

Top In Tech: The Sharing Economy Concept for SMEs’ Sustainable Growth

Sharing economy creates countless opportunities in elevating SMEs growth.

EC: Full vaccination not a requirement for voters

EC: Full vaccination not a requirement for voters

EC chairperson refutes reports stating otherwise.

MOE in talks with MOH on Form 5 students' school attendance

MOE in talks with MOH on Form 5 students' school attendance

This follows the increase in the vaccination rate of fifth formers.

Govt studying laws related to anti-hopping

Govt studying laws related to anti-hopping

Models of such laws in India, S'pore, NZ are being looked into.

Homegrown universal signing platform aims to support businesses with a cross-border digital signature ecosystem

Homegrown universal signing platform aims to support businesses with a cross-border digital signature ecosystem

SigningCloud to help businesses in Southeast Asia become more digitally-capable, through digital signatures.
Covid-19 (Oct 18): 5,434 cases, lowest since June 28

Covid-19 (Oct 18): 5,434 cases, lowest since June 28

New case count for the country is continuing to trend downwards.

PAS Ulama Council calls for Timah liquor factory to be closed

PAS Ulama Council calls for Timah liquor factory to be closed

Islamist party does so despite explanation over Captain Tristam Speedy.

Malaysian wins 2nd place at premier e-sports tournament

Malaysian wins 2nd place at premier e-sports tournament

A few Malaysian Dota 2 players won life-changing money this year.

Malacca polls could end up with Bersatu-PAS wiped out

Malacca polls could end up with Bersatu-PAS wiped out

State polls will test PN's viability for GE15.

LETTER | Don't waste 2 years in Human Rights Council with domestic mindset

LETTER | Don't waste 2 years in Human Rights Council with domestic mindset

'Let us be respected not be seen as a bigot.'

AirAsia X proposes paying 0.5pct of RM33.7b debt

AirAsia X proposes paying 0.5pct of RM33.7b debt

Vote on restructuring proposal set for Nov 12.

CALTRiX steers SMEs towards Digital Transformation by staying Connected to Cloud Accounting

CALTRiX steers SMEs towards Digital Transformation by staying Connected to Cloud Accounting

Alfred Ang, Founder & CEO of CALTRiX, has helped pave a way for business owners to swerve from worry when it comes to managing their business accounts and processes by a simple method of connecting to the cloud.

Crowds return to Genting Highlands

Crowds return to Genting Highlands

Tourism activities now allowed together with interstate travel.

Malacca goes to polls on Nov 20

Malacca goes to polls on Nov 20

Nomination will be held on Nov 8 while early voting will be held on Nov 16.

Son of ex-Somali political aide held over UK lawmaker stabbing

Son of ex-Somali political aide held over UK lawmaker stabbing

The suspect was arrested at the scene of the crime.

Facebook plans to hire 10,000 in EU to build 'metaverse'

Facebook plans to hire 10,000 in EU to build 'metaverse'

It has committed US$50m to build this nascent online world.

Harapan urges govt to set clear rollout strategy for booster shots

Harapan urges govt to set clear rollout strategy for booster shots

Don't leave GPs out till last minute again, says committee.

LETTER | Devastating impact after EIA approval for PSI project cancelled

LETTER | Devastating impact after EIA approval for PSI project cancelled

Now fishermen's hope of better life dashed.

COMMENT | M'sia fails to return Indira Gandhi’s daughter but preaches human rights?

COMMENT | M'sia fails to return Indira Gandhi’s daughter but preaches human rights?

UNHRC seat seems like a punchline to a tragic joke.

Making it 'on air', and alive out of the pandemic

Making it 'on air', and alive out of the pandemic

Pandemic era sees big shrinkages in production, staffing, journalism resources.

Court temporarily releases Najib's passport for Singapore trip

Court temporarily releases Najib's passport for Singapore trip

UPDATED | 11.06AM This is to allow him to be with his expectant daughter there.

Indonesia lifts Thomas Cup again after almost 2 decades

Indonesia lifts Thomas Cup again after almost 2 decades

Indonesia beat China 3-0 in Ceres Arena, Denmark.

Rajiv: Take over low-cost housing maintenance to maintain residents' dignity

Rajiv: Take over low-cost housing maintenance to maintain residents' dignity

Do not wait till their living conditions deteriorate, adds Bukit Gasing rep.

Forest living in the city – the best of both worlds

Forest living in the city – the best of both worlds

A holistic natural lifestyle awaits you at Sunway d’hill Residences; homes that are blessed by nature yet distinctively urban in spirit.
Malaysian detained, Australian police seize record A$140m of heroin

Malaysian detained, Australian police seize record A$140m of heroin

The 450kg shipment was detected in container of ceramic tiles.

Wee: I'm willing to debate Guan Eng on cabotage policy on Nov 2

Wee: I'm willing to debate Guan Eng on cabotage policy on Nov 2

The transport minister says the date was proposed by TV3.

COMMENT | It is not too late to rebuild Malaysia

COMMENT | It is not too late to rebuild Malaysia

Putrajaya must see what's happening on the ground.

Any bid to rush S'wak polls is an attempt to deny Undi18 - PSB

Any bid to rush S'wak polls is an attempt to deny Undi18 - PSB

By Dec 31, additional young voters will cast their votes, says its president.

41 KL premises shut for violating SOPs

41 KL premises shut for violating SOPs

Checks on entertainment outlets and restaurants by DBKL.

COMMENT | Sarawak polls only after the emergency?

COMMENT | Sarawak polls only after the emergency?

In politics, nothing is certain and so too, election dates.
'Unfeasible' Pahang project axed, but forest twice size of Putrajaya gone?

'Unfeasible' Pahang project axed, but forest twice size of Putrajaya gone?

Tekai Dam project was cancelled by Harapan, but satellite imagery shows deforestation.

Covid-19 deaths (Oct 18): 63 reported fatalities, lowest in 105 days

Covid-19 deaths (Oct 18): 63 reported fatalities, lowest in 105 days

Sarawak recorded the highest number of deaths, at 13.

Opponents peddle 'insulting Islam' narrative over local whiskey brand

Opponents peddle 'insulting Islam' narrative over local whiskey brand

Mapim says British officer on bottle looks like bearded man in kopiah.

YOURSAY | Should a convicted man be allowed to travel overseas?

YOURSAY | Should a convicted man be allowed to travel overseas?

'You don't see this kind of treatment given to the ordinary rakyat.'

Anti-vaxxers target minister

Anti-vaxxers target minister

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.