Archive - 3 January 2022

MACC to address ‘conflict of interest’ claims on Wednesday

MACC to address ‘conflict of interest’ claims on Wednesday

UPDATED 11.15PM | Azam, Zahar and Borhan are expected to attend a press conference.

COMMENT | Three wise monkeys - the 2020s version

COMMENT | Three wise monkeys - the 2020s version

Rephrase to see nothing, hear nothing, say nothing, and do nothing.

Govt plans to increase flood sirens with public announcements

Govt plans to increase flood sirens with public announcements

There are also proposals to improve communications, education and public awareness.

Illegal sand mining persists in Manjung despite stop-work orders

Illegal sand mining persists in Manjung despite stop-work orders

Authorities say there was no approval or permission issued.

Apex court dismisses Zakir's leave to appeal, suit to proceed in Penang

Apex court dismisses Zakir's leave to appeal, suit to proceed in Penang

This is over the transfer of defamation case from KL High Court.

Boustead appoints ex-minister Redzuan as chairperson

Boustead appoints ex-minister Redzuan as chairperson

Group believes his vast experience will elevate Boustead to a new height.

MACC officer to face charges over alleged RM25m theft

MACC officer to face charges over alleged RM25m theft

The anti-graft body has received consent to press charges.
Maybank group CEO to step down, leadership search underway

Maybank group CEO to step down, leadership search underway

Abdul Farid Alias will let his contract expire in August.

MP appeals to Agong to act against those who misuse his name for logging

MP appeals to Agong to act against those who misuse his name for logging

'His Majesty's name is being sullied by those who are irresponsible.'
LETTER | Why is MACC silent on the six flood retention pond sites?

LETTER | Why is MACC silent on the six flood retention pond sites?

Investigate whether vested interests are behind the change in land use.

Floods worsen in 4 states, improvement in Terengganu

Floods worsen in 4 states, improvement in Terengganu

More people have been evacuated in Pahang, Johor, Malacca, and Sabah.

Putrajaya to summon Massimo over bread price hike

Putrajaya to summon Massimo over bread price hike

The govt has also met with Gardenia, which similarly increased prices.

Rivers in 5 states still at 'danger' levels - Irrigation & Drainage Dept

Rivers in 5 states still at 'danger' levels - Irrigation & Drainage Dept

Residents of Pahang, S'gor, Johor, Negeri Sembilan, should stay alert.

Sources: No plan yet for a cabinet reshuffle

Sources: No plan yet for a cabinet reshuffle

Reports that PM is planning a minor reshuffle 'are just rumours'.

Continuous heavy rain in Johor until Pahang until tomorrow

Continuous heavy rain in Johor until Pahang until tomorrow

Nadma also urges states to activate disaster management committees.

Supermax implements new policies for migrant workers after US import ban

Supermax implements new policies for migrant workers after US import ban

It's in the process of updating the US CBP.

Peter Anthony seeks to appoint new lawyer, hearing postponed

Peter Anthony seeks to appoint new lawyer, hearing postponed

The prosecution has also yet to receive defence witness statements.

Ganesh Kumar Bangah’s e-commerce empire: Growth funding exercise ahead of potential future IPO

Ganesh Kumar Bangah’s e-commerce empire: Growth funding exercise ahead of potential future IPO

Two decades ago, serial entrepreneur Ganesh Kumar Bangah (pic above) envisioned a world where electronic commerce (e-commerce) would not only be a reality for consumers but become a significant portion of global trade.
Covid-19 (Jan 3): 2,690 cases, infectivity rate still at 0.99

Covid-19 (Jan 3): 2,690 cases, infectivity rate still at 0.99

UPDATED 7.49PM | The infectivity rate is up from 0.88 on Dec 25 last year.

Penang CM eager to see Kedah govt in court over water feud

Penang CM eager to see Kedah govt in court over water feud

Chow Kon Yeow wants issue settled instead of just 'talk'.

Bersatu rep sues lawyer of alleged rape victim

Bersatu rep sues lawyer of alleged rape victim

Hilman Idham alleges lawyer made defamatory statement in media briefing.

N Sembilan DID to probe allegations of failed flood warning siren – MB

N Sembilan DID to probe allegations of failed flood warning siren – MB

'Heavy rain may have caused the siren to be inaudible.'

PM: 28,287 flood victims have received cash aid

PM: 28,287 flood victims have received cash aid

UPDATED 5.02PM | Those who haven't should contact respective district officers.

Israel to offer fourth Covid vaccine shot to over 60s, medical staff

Israel to offer fourth Covid vaccine shot to over 60s, medical staff

Fourth dose of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine approved.
Cheng Hoe resigns as head coach of Harimau Malaya

Cheng Hoe resigns as head coach of Harimau Malaya

National football team fails to qualify for AFF Cup semi-finals.

PKR wants Pahang to probe Telemong 'timber tsunami'

PKR wants Pahang to probe Telemong 'timber tsunami'

State PKR says authorities seem to have ignored repeated warnings.

HK's Citizen News closes after another media outlet collapsed last week

HK's Citizen News closes after another media outlet collapsed last week

Pro-democracy site closed after raid by 200 police officers.
Foreign-source income tax exemption to reduce earnings risk

Foreign-source income tax exemption to reduce earnings risk

Analyst firm says exemption good for Malaysian multinationals.

Poultry producers suffering losses due to price cap - farmers' group

Poultry producers suffering losses due to price cap - farmers' group

Group 'shocked and disappointed' over the extension of price scheme.

March 29 hearing of review against Malaysiakini contempt ruling

March 29 hearing of review against Malaysiakini contempt ruling

It will be conducted online via Zoom.

Kit Siang: Azam should volunteer for PSC probe or resign

Kit Siang: Azam should volunteer for PSC probe or resign

MACC chief should set good example, says veteran opposition MP.

Abim co-hosts interfaith talk on climate change, Dalai Lama to speak

Abim co-hosts interfaith talk on climate change, Dalai Lama to speak

It will be held online between Jan 15 and Jan 16.

Azeez’s family sends representation letter over forfeiture suit

Azeez’s family sends representation letter over forfeiture suit

Court hearing scheduled today vacated as a result.

Report: Malaysia to host Southern Thai peace talks this month

Report: Malaysia to host Southern Thai peace talks this month

The talks are between rebels in Southern Thailand and the government.

COMMENT | Abandoned school, a 'pontianak' and accountability

COMMENT | Abandoned school, a 'pontianak' and accountability

Costing RM14.5 million, it began to crack up, within months of construction…

Covid-19: Hospitalisation surge still a danger, Fauci warns

Covid-19: Hospitalisation surge still a danger, Fauci warns

This is due to a large number of Covid-19 cases.

COMMENT | Dr M is right: We're on track to becoming a failed nation

COMMENT | Dr M is right: We're on track to becoming a failed nation

It is pointless going over who put us on this track.
Covid-19 deaths (Jan 3): 19 reported fatalities

Covid-19 deaths (Jan 3): 19 reported fatalities

The number of daily reported deaths is continuing on a downtrend.

YOURSAY | If only they revile corruption as vociferously as Timah whiskey

YOURSAY | If only they revile corruption as vociferously as Timah whiskey

'It has to take one man with integrity to resign to highlight the MACC issue.'

Is the government tracking you?

Is the government tracking you?

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

Levels of Malacca dams hit 100 percent, overflow under control

Levels of Malacca dams hit 100 percent, overflow under control

The viral statement regarding the release of water is inaccurate.
Floods worsen as numbers of evacuees rise in four states

Floods worsen as numbers of evacuees rise in four states

These states are Malacca, Johor, Pahang and Sabah.