Archive - 23 January 2022

Wife allegedly stabs husband to death in Seremban

Wife allegedly stabs husband to death in Seremban

Financial problems are believed to be the motive.

Johor BN could go solo in state election - Hasni

Johor BN could go solo in state election - Hasni

It's confident of winning two-thirds of the 56 seats.

No necessity to dissolve Perak assembly - MB

No necessity to dissolve Perak assembly - MB

State govt has strong support, says Saarani.

Sabah minister advises job seekers not to be choosy

Sabah minister advises job seekers not to be choosy

Seize opportunities to gain experience, says Yakub Khan.

Covid-19 (Jan 23): 3,856 new cases, infectivity rate at 1.07

Covid-19 (Jan 23): 3,856 new cases, infectivity rate at 1.07

COVID-19 | Cumulative infections now at 2,832,945.

Dr M interacting with family members, still undergoing treatment - Marina

Dr M interacting with family members, still undergoing treatment - Marina

The exact circumstances of his latest hospitalisation are unclear.

Bilut rep refutes Pahang MB's 'bare denial' on illegal logging activities

Bilut rep refutes Pahang MB's 'bare denial' on illegal logging activities

Lee says Wan Rosdy has failed to act on public complaints.

Teachers’ involvement in politics shouldn’t affect their real duties – PM

Teachers’ involvement in politics shouldn’t affect their real duties – PM

The guidelines already exist and need improvements.
Annuar: Don't spread unverified news on Dr M’s health condition

Annuar: Don't spread unverified news on Dr M’s health condition

'Please respect the current situation of Mahathir’s family.'
No travel ban during Aidilfitri, only EMCO if necessary - PM

No travel ban during Aidilfitri, only EMCO if necessary - PM

'We will focus on targeted areas identified with a lot of infections.'
Bersatu: Umno made unilateral decision on Johor polls

Bersatu: Umno made unilateral decision on Johor polls

The election machinery for 26 Bersatu divisions is ready.
Cuepacs hopes teachers won't be ordered as political tools

Cuepacs hopes teachers won't be ordered as political tools

This after govt allowed teachers to participate in politics.

Johor polls not linked to court cluster - Umno info chief

Johor polls not linked to court cluster - Umno info chief

Shahril says it has nothing to do with separation of powers.

Goh Jin Wei says BAM's two-year ban will affect her livelihood

Goh Jin Wei says BAM's two-year ban will affect her livelihood

Playing badminton is her job and only skill set.

Sivarasa claims MACC reprisal after highlighting Azam's share ownership

Sivarasa claims MACC reprisal after highlighting Azam's share ownership

The planned charge tomorrow reeks of 'personal vendetta'.
Cops to quiz Harapan Youth leaders over anti-Azam Baki event - lawyer

Cops to quiz Harapan Youth leaders over anti-Azam Baki event - lawyer

A dozen called up to Brickfields district police station.

There are no elections that PAS won't join - party veep

There are no elections that PAS won't join - party veep

They will hold a special meeting to discuss this matter.
King undergoing check-up, follow-up treatment at IJN

King undergoing check-up, follow-up treatment at IJN

Agong scheduled to be discharged in near future.

Johor election: Rina hopes 30pct of candidates are from women’s wing

Johor election: Rina hopes 30pct of candidates are from women’s wing

She said more women should be given the chance to contest.

Johor MIC has flagged four or five seats it can win, says Vignes

Johor MIC has flagged four or five seats it can win, says Vignes

He will hold discussions with the Johor Umno Liaison Chairperson today.

PAS respects Kelantan Umno's decision to sever ties

PAS respects Kelantan Umno's decision to sever ties

The decision made was an internal matter for Kelantan Umno.
RoS rejects Parti Sains' registration attempt, no reason given

RoS rejects Parti Sains' registration attempt, no reason given

'Sains will file an appeal with RoS'.

Don't appeal against Court of Appeal's citizenship ruling for Sabah man

Don't appeal against Court of Appeal's citizenship ruling for Sabah man

Upko's Madius says such cases need to be settled comprehensively.
Muhyiddin to meet Johor Bersatu division leaders on state election

Muhyiddin to meet Johor Bersatu division leaders on state election

There will also be meetings with PAS and Gerakan.
German Chancellor Scholz says raising minimum wage matter of respect

German Chancellor Scholz says raising minimum wage matter of respect

Over six million across country estimated will benefit.

India's Covid-19 cases rise by 333,533 in last 24 hours

India's Covid-19 cases rise by 333,533 in last 24 hours

The recovery rate currently stands at 93.18 percent.
PM: Delay in aid distribution due to eligibility verification process

PM: Delay in aid distribution due to eligibility verification process

The prime minister has instructed all parties to expedite the process.
DAP leader suspects Umno agenda behind  'teachers in politics' move

DAP leader suspects Umno agenda behind 'teachers in politics' move

Former minister Rafidah Aziz also condemned the new ruling.

After poll losses, Harapan should use 'big tent' again - Mat Sabu

After poll losses, Harapan should use 'big tent' again - Mat Sabu

We lost openness to make friends, says Amanah president.

Pejuang eyes 42 seats, solo battle in Johor election

Pejuang eyes 42 seats, solo battle in Johor election

UPDATED 4.15PM | They will be touring the state on Saturdays.

Segambut Bersatu chief fumes over govt's climate change inaction

Segambut Bersatu chief fumes over govt's climate change inaction

He questions the government's pro-environmental agenda.
Letter |  SC’s statements on Azam Baki appear to contradict govt rules

Letter | SC’s statements on Azam Baki appear to contradict govt rules

The prime minister seems to have dismissed the ongoing controversy.
HISTORY | How the British created two Malayas

HISTORY | How the British created two Malayas

Independent Malaya inherited this disparity, which persists to this day.
COMMENT | Do we need early elections amidst Omicron?

COMMENT | Do we need early elections amidst Omicron?

The prime minister will face pressure to dissolve the Parliament.
Warisan recruits S'gor assemblyperson, ex-DAP members

Warisan recruits S'gor assemblyperson, ex-DAP members

Teratai rep Bryan Lai unveiled as Warisan member.

Johor Harapan chides Umno over sly tactics in engineering election

Johor Harapan chides Umno over sly tactics in engineering election

They say it is opportunistic and irresponsible.

LETTER | Power outage lessons as defence against cyber attack

LETTER | Power outage lessons as defence against cyber attack

Disaster can spread quickly in increasingly connected society.

New Zealand PM cancels her wedding amid Omicron restrictions

New Zealand PM cancels her wedding amid Omicron restrictions

The government will impose mask rules and limited gatherings.
German government distances itself from navy chief's comments on Putin

German government distances itself from navy chief's comments on Putin

Schoenbach says they were his personal opinion.
Tiley denies reports Djokovic will sue Tennis Australia

Tiley denies reports Djokovic will sue Tennis Australia

He believes Djokovic will return to Australia next year.
How an epiphany turned Muna Noor into a nature advocate

How an epiphany turned Muna Noor into a nature advocate

MALAYSIANSKINI | She believes we must speak up for forests, wildlife.

Armed forces veterans, Orang Asli among 800 new wildlife rangers

Armed forces veterans, Orang Asli among 800 new wildlife rangers

New rangers to reduce poaching, encroachment.

COMMENT | Why is Johor having a snap election?

COMMENT | Why is Johor having a snap election?

The product of a power struggle within Umno.

Shafie wants GE15 soon instead of wasteful state elections

Shafie wants GE15 soon instead of wasteful state elections

Three snap state elections since 2020: Sabah, Malacca, Johor.

COMMENT | Hundreds of youths spook Azam Baki and Ismail Sabri

COMMENT | Hundreds of youths spook Azam Baki and Ismail Sabri

Govt incompetency seen in its attempts to quash dissent.

Covid-19 deaths (Jan 23): 14 reported fatalities, total at 31,882

Covid-19 deaths (Jan 23): 14 reported fatalities, total at 31,882

Daily Covid deaths above 10 for four consecutive days.

51 of 984 AEFI booster shot reports classified serious - Health DG

51 of 984 AEFI booster shot reports classified serious - Health DG

Fever, pain at injection site are common AEFI.

YOURSAY | Maybe 'muda' optimism is exactly what we need

YOURSAY | Maybe 'muda' optimism is exactly what we need

‘It’s so refreshing to see new voices and fresh ideas.’