Archive - 22 November 2021

Nobel laureate Ressa rules out going into exile over Philippine charges

Nobel laureate Ressa rules out going into exile over Philippine charges

Journalist's lawyers urge Duterte's govt to drop all charges against her.

Umno's defeated Sg Udang candidate vows to purge internal saboteurs

Umno's defeated Sg Udang candidate vows to purge internal saboteurs

Mohamad Ali received complaints that some Umno members assisted the enemy.

Cambodia jails critics deported by Thailand

Cambodia jails critics deported by Thailand

Three refugees have been jailed over conspiracy, incitement charges.

Indonesia's defence minister says 'understands, respects' Aukus pact

Indonesia's defence minister says 'understands, respects' Aukus pact

However, Indonesia repeats concerns about an arms race in region.

Sarawak polls will not use same SOPs as Malacca - Wan Junaidi

Sarawak polls will not use same SOPs as Malacca - Wan Junaidi

PARLIAMENT | 'Sarawak has different circumstances and will use different SOPs.'

PMD allocation passes with no bloc vote despite Guan Eng's earlier call

PMD allocation passes with no bloc vote despite Guan Eng's earlier call

PARLIAMENT | Voice vote in favour of allocation despite not being unanimous.

Pulau Jerejak issue: Teng apologises to Guan Eng, settles defamation suit

Pulau Jerejak issue: Teng apologises to Guan Eng, settles defamation suit

Teng also agrees to pay RM75k in costs to Guan Eng.

PAS, Umno youth chiefs at loggerheads over Malacca fallout

PAS, Umno youth chiefs at loggerheads over Malacca fallout

Do your homework, Fadhli tells Asyraf.

MP: Institute 'no gift policy' for ex-PMs

MP: Institute 'no gift policy' for ex-PMs

PARLIAMENT | Mahfuz Omar asks if govt will give all ex-PMs RM100m.

Zahid's lawyer suffers gout episode, trial postponed

Zahid's lawyer suffers gout episode, trial postponed

Court hears submissions for 30 minutes before Hamidi fell ill.

Mitra funds case: Probe into 10 companies almost complete - MACC

Mitra funds case: Probe into 10 companies almost complete - MACC

MACC chief Azam Baki: DPP will determine next course of action.

China pushes for nuclear weapon-free Southeast Asia

China pushes for nuclear weapon-free Southeast Asia

'Maintaining peace is our greatest common interest,' says Xi.

Nine compounds worth RM120k over Malacca polls health offences issued - cops

Nine compounds worth RM120k over Malacca polls health offences issued - cops

Police say 19 investigation papers were also opened.

Claims in South China Sea will not hinder Asean-China relations - Saifuddin

Claims in South China Sea will not hinder Asean-China relations - Saifuddin

He says South China Sea should be a sea of peace, stability and trade.

Myanmar a no-show at China-Asean summit as junta defies neighbours

Myanmar a no-show at China-Asean summit as junta defies neighbours

China had lobbied for Myanmar's attendance but Asean countries refused.

Govt in final phase of developing National Energy Policy – Mustapa

Govt in final phase of developing National Energy Policy – Mustapa

Malaysia has committed to being a carbon-neutral country by 2050.
S'wak DAP reminds Anwar seat talks ended in January

S'wak DAP reminds Anwar seat talks ended in January

Friction ahead of Sarawak polls as Harapan appears to waver on seat agreement.

COMMENT | The one colour of the Malaysian Bar

COMMENT | The one colour of the Malaysian Bar

The Bar Council's statement on Tengku Adnan's case is not partisan.

COMMENT | Who after Anwar?

COMMENT | Who after Anwar?

He has done much to introduce new ideas into Malay politics.

Why isn’t Suhakam accorded the same treatment as other statutory bodies?

Why isn’t Suhakam accorded the same treatment as other statutory bodies?

Teresa Kok: It gets RM12.5m, most of it spent on operations costs.

LETTER | Bersatu, not Umno, actual winners in Malacca polls

LETTER | Bersatu, not Umno, actual winners in Malacca polls

The party has been able to gain ground among all communities.

PM Ismail Sabri urges China, Asean to boost multilateralism, reform UN

PM Ismail Sabri urges China, Asean to boost multilateralism, reform UN

Ismail Sabri says robust international body can resolve global conflicts.

Petronas didn't hide financial performance, says Mustapa

Petronas didn't hide financial performance, says Mustapa

The minister stresses the company has always practised accountability.

PM launches Keluarga Malaysia Pass, encourages public to use public transport

PM launches Keluarga Malaysia Pass, encourages public to use public transport

It is aimed at encouraging families to go out and spend time together.
Covid-19 (Nov 22): 4,885 cases, R-naught 1.00

Covid-19 (Nov 22): 4,885 cases, R-naught 1.00

New cases in S'wak continue to trend down, lowest in 4 months.

Cabinet must explain why it easily approved Najib's RM100m request - Anwar

Cabinet must explain why it easily approved Najib's RM100m request - Anwar

This is in view of the severe economic downturn, he says.

AIESEC in Malaysia’s effort in driving SDGs through National Community Projects

AIESEC in Malaysia’s effort in driving SDGs through National Community Projects

AIESEC in Malaysia has demonstrated its commitment to advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the constant innovation and growth of its two national projects, namely Speak Up and Clean Our Plate.
After Malacca, Anwar urges govt to reconsider 'restrictive' election SOPs

After Malacca, Anwar urges govt to reconsider 'restrictive' election SOPs

He says it should be done in time for the Sarawak polls.

Major swing in Malacca assembly but not BN's vote share

Major swing in Malacca assembly but not BN's vote share

BN's vote share increased by only 0.64 percent.

Bank union urges govt to return monies withdrawn from EPF under Covid relief

Bank union urges govt to return monies withdrawn from EPF under Covid relief

EPF members had withdrawn RM101 billion from their savings.

Xi says China will never seek hegemony at summit with Asean

Xi says China will never seek hegemony at summit with Asean

The summit starts without a Myanmar representative present
Sulaiman to focus on implementing BN's manifesto in Malacca

Sulaiman to focus on implementing BN's manifesto in Malacca

'Promises must be kept, promises must be delivered,' says the chief minister.

Harapan in disbelief over AGC dropping Ku Nan’s corruption case

Harapan in disbelief over AGC dropping Ku Nan’s corruption case

Its presidential council says the AGC's decision is wrong.

Kit Siang: Don't blame Anwar for Malacca, mindset change needed

Kit Siang: Don't blame Anwar for Malacca, mindset change needed

Dap veteran admits it was a blunder to accept defectors.

PKR activist: Not too late for Harapan to change

PKR activist: Not too late for Harapan to change

Yuslaini says party must bring in new faces with fresh ideas.

Hanipa: Unfair to pin blame for Malacca debacle solely on Anwar

Hanipa: Unfair to pin blame for Malacca debacle solely on Anwar

Sepang MP says Harapan's decisions are made collectively.

LETTER | How did convicted felon become a sensation in Malacca election?

LETTER | How did convicted felon become a sensation in Malacca election?

It's mind-blowing how BN could win the hearts of voters.

‘Why insult the voters?’ - Najib asks Kadir

‘Why insult the voters?’ - Najib asks Kadir

The veteran journalist had vented about the Malacca polls result online.

Sulaiman reports for duty as Malacca's 13th Chief Minister

Sulaiman reports for duty as Malacca's 13th Chief Minister

He begins his official duties this morning
Australia to further ease international border restrictions

Australia to further ease international border restrictions

It takes further steps to support the economy affected by the pandemic.

Underneath BN's glossy win, cracks emerge in its rural strongholds

Underneath BN's glossy win, cracks emerge in its rural strongholds

Perikatan Nasional making significant inroads despite winning only two seats.

DAP rep wants Anwar to step down after Malacca polls

DAP rep wants Anwar to step down after Malacca polls

UPDATED 8.40PM | Lee Chin Chen also urges DAP to consider quitting Harapan.

Australian billionaire to help publishers strike content deal with Google, Facebook

Australian billionaire to help publishers strike content deal with Google, Facebook

For content that drives traffic and advertising to their websites.

Democracy slipping away at record rate, intergovernmental body warns

Democracy slipping away at record rate, intergovernmental body warns

Populism, disinformation, and abuse of Covid-19 restrictions are driving forces.

Timber firm keeps millions offshore, as Penan mount blockades to save forest

Timber firm keeps millions offshore, as Penan mount blockades to save forest

PANDORA PAPERS | Samling Global's subsidiary has more than RM500 million in assets.

Rauf pledges support for Sulaiman, denies rift over CM post

Rauf pledges support for Sulaiman, denies rift over CM post

He says focus now on forming new Malacca govt.

kumoDent set to revolutionise operations of dental clinics

kumoDent set to revolutionise operations of dental clinics

Within the first month of kumoDent's sales launch in early July, some 15 dental clinics have been reaping the benefits of this new and advanced full cloud-based system. Bolstered by the encouraging feedback, the team aims to secure 300 dental clinics within the next year.
COMMENT | In Kedah, DAP is demonstrating the right stuff

COMMENT | In Kedah, DAP is demonstrating the right stuff

DAP is fighting for legal, economic, social rights of Malaysians.

LETTER | Of apathy and the Malacca state election

LETTER | Of apathy and the Malacca state election

There are lessons to be learned in the polls.

COMMENT | Bersatu, PAS, just leave Sarawak alone

COMMENT | Bersatu, PAS, just leave Sarawak alone

Sarawakians do not need your kind of treacherous politics.
Covid-19 deaths (Nov 22): 24 reported fatalities, total now over 30k

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 22): 24 reported fatalities, total now over 30k

COVID-19 | It's the lowest reported number for more than 6 months.

COMMENT | Harapan's old guard must make the ultimate sacrifice - step down

COMMENT | Harapan's old guard must make the ultimate sacrifice - step down

This is necessary to make inroads with Malay voters for GE15.

Mat Sabu: Loss of Bersatu votes cost Harapan in Malacca polls

Mat Sabu: Loss of Bersatu votes cost Harapan in Malacca polls

Harapan will conduct a post-mortem to identify the causes of its setback.

YOURSAY | Najib, very magnanimous of you to reject the offer

YOURSAY | Najib, very magnanimous of you to reject the offer

'Serving the nation is a privilege, not a means to enrich oneself.'

BN eyes early GE15

BN eyes early GE15

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.