Archive - 19 November 2021

Ceramah finale: Harapan, PN hammers Najib and graft, BN touts renewal

Ceramah finale: Harapan, PN hammers Najib and graft, BN touts renewal

MALACCA POLLS | Malacca showdown shaping up to be a clash of titans.

US$15.4m 1MDB-linked funds transferred to Zeti's husband's company repatriated

US$15.4m 1MDB-linked funds transferred to Zeti's husband's company repatriated

Money uncovered by Singaporean authorities when investigating 1MDB.

Govt considering extending aid to Covid-19-hit traders - Shahidan

Govt considering extending aid to Covid-19-hit traders - Shahidan

He says this will be discussed with the PM.

PAS spiritual leader justifies backing Mas Ermieyati, rejecting Wan Azizah

PAS spiritual leader justifies backing Mas Ermieyati, rejecting Wan Azizah

MALACCA POLLS | PAS had rejected Wan Azizah as Selangor MB in 2014.

AGC must explain appeal withdrawal in Ku Nan's graft case - Malaysian Bar

AGC must explain appeal withdrawal in Ku Nan's graft case - Malaysian Bar

Legal group notes Ku Nan's acquittal was not unanimous.

Matchmaker-beating cop transferred pending probe - S'gor police chief

Matchmaker-beating cop transferred pending probe - S'gor police chief

Kuala Lumpur police are handling the investigation.

Zahid expects new political alignment post-Malacca polls

Zahid expects new political alignment post-Malacca polls

MALACCA POLLS | He believes polls result could reflect near future political situation.

Wages council still discussing minimum pay proposals - Saravanan

Wages council still discussing minimum pay proposals - Saravanan

Proposals to be brought to cabinet after concluding discussions.

Zuraida fails to quash suit by PKR for breaching party bond

Zuraida fails to quash suit by PKR for breaching party bond

There is a clear cause of action against her, High Court rules.

LETTER | Five things voters should know on polling day

LETTER | Five things voters should know on polling day

Tindak Malaysia gives voters a rundown of the balloting process.

Public urged to register at only one private PPV for booster shot

Public urged to register at only one private PPV for booster shot

This is to avoid confusion.

Malacca records declining trend in Covid-19 cases

Malacca records declining trend in Covid-19 cases

He says the number of patients requiring respiratory assistance also reduced.
Cabinet had agreed in principle to Najib's housing request - Wan Junaidi

Cabinet had agreed in principle to Najib's housing request - Wan Junaidi

Govt also setting up committee to review request, which Najib has 'rejected'.

Umno, PAS duel over why Malacca collab talks broke down

Umno, PAS duel over why Malacca collab talks broke down

MALACCA POLLS | Umno says PAS walked out, PAS blames someone's ‘big brother’ attitude.

Najib asks if he can share office space with Dr M at Perdana Foundation

Najib asks if he can share office space with Dr M at Perdana Foundation

Mahathir has said that PLF is for all ex-PMs.

Kit Siang: Why was Syahredzan's Dewan Negara nomination delayed, nullified

Kit Siang: Why was Syahredzan's Dewan Negara nomination delayed, nullified

The DAP veteran has questioned the rationale behind the decision

Police to take stern action against provocateurs in Malacca polls

Police to take stern action against provocateurs in Malacca polls

The election process will be safe for all, police declare.

Five suspects detained over burning of Customs officer's car

Five suspects detained over burning of Customs officer's car

The car was first splashed with paint before being burnt.

Amid rebel voices, Azmin confident PAS members will toe party line

Amid rebel voices, Azmin confident PAS members will toe party line

This comes following a video urging PAS members to back BN.

Najib 'rejects' RM100 million housing, says priority is the rakyat

Najib 'rejects' RM100 million housing, says priority is the rakyat

UPDATED 5.21PM | He also urges govt to review perks for ex-PMs.

Harapan leaders to meet PM over MOU - Guan Eng

Harapan leaders to meet PM over MOU - Guan Eng

This follows the issue over the RM100m 'gift' to Najib.

RM20.5b in 1MDB assets returned to M'sian govt - MACC

RM20.5b in 1MDB assets returned to M'sian govt - MACC

MACC actively recovering assets from US, UAE, Taiwan, and Singapore.

MOH: Malacca Covid-19 situation under control ahead of polls

MOH: Malacca Covid-19 situation under control ahead of polls

COVID-19 | Individuals classified as Covid-19 positive will not be able to vote
Rafiq undeterred at being bypassed as PN's CM candidate

Rafiq undeterred at being bypassed as PN's CM candidate

MALACCA POLLS | He respects the leadership's decision to nominate Mas Ermieyati Samsudin.

IOI KIDS CLUB by IOI Malls

IOI KIDS CLUB by IOI Malls

Young patrons of IOI Malls can now enjoy exclusive privileges and attractive rewards via IOI Kids Club.
LETTER | Check price hikes before they spiral out of control

LETTER | Check price hikes before they spiral out of control

Target specific sectors causing short-term price increases.

'RM100m property': Zafrul and Najib differ on when application made

'RM100m property': Zafrul and Najib differ on when application made

The matter was raised by Langkawi MP Dr Mahathir Mohamad yesterday
Ilham Centre: BN ahead in Malacca but some surprises possible

Ilham Centre: BN ahead in Malacca but some surprises possible

BN upper hand in 11 seats, Harapan seven, 10 'hot seats'.

Covid-19 (Nov 19): 6,355 cases, third consecutive day above 6k

Covid-19 (Nov 19): 6,355 cases, third consecutive day above 6k

COVID-19 | Cumulative cases now at 2,575,888.

COMMENT | Malacca: Covid forcing voter 'flight to security'?

COMMENT | Malacca: Covid forcing voter 'flight to security'?

Voters are going where there might be the most security.

US says new Indo-Pacific economic framework not typical trade deal

US says new Indo-Pacific economic framework not typical trade deal

Discussions on the framework in preliminary stages.

MP SPEAKS | Will history repeat itself?

MP SPEAKS | Will history repeat itself?

I will not stop pursuing an anti-hopping bill for as long as I am a MP.

Market in China's Wuhan likely origin of Covid-19 outbreak - study

Market in China's Wuhan likely origin of Covid-19 outbreak - study

Most early symptomatic cases linked to the market.

Malacca election: Sulaiman promises to amend state land rules

Malacca election: Sulaiman promises to amend state land rules

MALACCA POLLS | The transaction would also involve application for extension of the land lease
PKR defectors form new party sans Azmin, Zuraida

PKR defectors form new party sans Azmin, Zuraida

Tebrau and Julau MP hope to get ‘Parti Bangsa Malaysia’ registered in time for GE15.

Threat to expose photos of voters' wives: Harapan cries hacking

Threat to expose photos of voters' wives: Harapan cries hacking

MALACCA POLLS | They say it's an attempt at distancing voters from Harapan.

Wan Saiful raises 'vote buying' alarm, claims RM400 offered

Wan Saiful raises 'vote buying' alarm, claims RM400 offered

MALACCA POLLS | He says activists are collecting more evidence about the allegations.

COMMENT | When spoilt brats become a blight on Malaysia

COMMENT | When spoilt brats become a blight on Malaysia

It's nauseating to read their challenges in print.

JACK ‘n JILL Cream-O celebrates the O-some classics with a new take

JACK ‘n JILL Cream-O celebrates the O-some classics with a new take

Life is an endless cycle! It presents a spin on the old or a re-hash of celebrated classics with a new take, be it our gadgets, fashion, food and just about anything in life. So, why shouldn’t our sandwich cookies which we love snacking on, also be a celebration of the much-loved classics with a pinch of newness!

Seven projects approved to tackle floods in Malacca - minister

Seven projects approved to tackle floods in Malacca - minister

Projects approved in Parliament, some already underway, says Tuan Ibrahim.

Biden says US considering diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics

Biden says US considering diplomatic boycott of Beijing Olympics

A diplomatic boycott would mean that US officials would not attend the opening.
Asean states object as China lobbies for Myanmar junta to join summit

Asean states object as China lobbies for Myanmar junta to join summit

Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei agreed to stand together, says source.
Malaysia-Singapore Vaccinated Travel Lane rules revealed

Malaysia-Singapore Vaccinated Travel Lane rules revealed

Strengthening Malaysia-Singapore transport connectivity.

Women's tour chief casts doubt on statement attributed to China's Peng

Women's tour chief casts doubt on statement attributed to China's Peng

Peng Shuai has not been seen in public since making allegations of sexual assault.
False and misleading claims about climate change on Facebook

False and misleading claims about climate change on Facebook

These were aired on the site by its advertisers during COP26.

US announces sex-trafficking charges against Duterte ally

US announces sex-trafficking charges against Duterte ally

Recruits required to have sex with church founder as part of 'night duty'.
Bersatu info chief challenges Rauf to disavow 'greedy' Najib

Bersatu info chief challenges Rauf to disavow 'greedy' Najib

MALACCA POLLS | 'What guarantees we have that he will not emulate Najib?'

Malacca campaigning has been level playing field - minister

Malacca campaigning has been level playing field - minister

SOPs implemented fairly to all parties, says Annuar.

Kedah locals mount legal challenge against 4D ban

Kedah locals mount legal challenge against 4D ban

They are assisted by opposition party DAP.

Decision day in Malacca: Race, apathy and political gambits

Decision day in Malacca: Race, apathy and political gambits

MALACCA POLLS | A tough decision for voters as the final push is made.

Roche Malaysia welcomes Deepti Saraf, the new General Manager of Roche Malaysia

Roche Malaysia welcomes Deepti Saraf, the new General Manager of Roche Malaysia

Roche Malaysia is proud to announce and welcome Deepti Saraf as the new General Manager of Roche (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, the pharmaceutical division. Deepti will be responsible for leading the team as well as having general management responsibilities and will report to Ahmed Elhusseiny, the APAC Area Head.

COMMENT | Passport renewal fiasco for M'sians in Australia

COMMENT | Passport renewal fiasco for M'sians in Australia

Two-year extension at no cost allowed but not valid for travel to M'sia.

COMMENT | Whoever wins, nothing will change for Malacca

COMMENT | Whoever wins, nothing will change for Malacca

We can't expect improvement with the same political parasites and leeches.

YOURSAY | Is Khairy keeping a close eye or closed eye?

YOURSAY | Is Khairy keeping a close eye or closed eye?

‘There is nothing you can do when it comes to Najib.’
COMMENT | Malacca's history is a triumph over despondency

COMMENT | Malacca's history is a triumph over despondency

It teaches us to never surrender to hopelessness.

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 19): 55 reported deaths, total at 29,892

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 19): 55 reported deaths, total at 29,892

COVID-19 | Terengganu has the highest incidence of deaths over the past two weeks.

Mohd Rafiq makes 13 pledges to voters in Telok Mas

Mohd Rafiq makes 13 pledges to voters in Telok Mas

One is a weekly meeting, for residents to voice out their problems.

Crucifix controversy: MCA accuses DAP of placating Malays

Crucifix controversy: MCA accuses DAP of placating Malays

DAP organ says missing cross from iconic Malaccan building stock photo.

Housing for Najib puts MOU on the rocks

Housing for Najib puts MOU on the rocks

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.