Archive - 18 March 2022

Will PM be given a chance to address Umno AGM, PKR MP asks

Will PM be given a chance to address Umno AGM, PKR MP asks

This is amid pressure Ismail is facing to dissolve Parliament soon.

Two ex-student activists expected to vie for PKR Youth chief post

Two ex-student activists expected to vie for PKR Youth chief post

Adam Adli and Fahmi Zainol anticipated to fight for the post.
There was a conspiracy against Bung Moktar, Zizie Izette – witness

There was a conspiracy against Bung Moktar, Zizie Izette – witness

This is based on her first interview with MACC. 
Pejuang to keep fighting after Johor beating, but hesitant for help

Pejuang to keep fighting after Johor beating, but hesitant for help

Pejuang lost badly in all the 42 seats they contested.

S'gor urges federal govt to hasten moratorium on criminalising suicide

S'gor urges federal govt to hasten moratorium on criminalising suicide

Attempted suicide is a crime under the Penal Code.

Bar AGM 2022 to discuss proposed political funding law

Bar AGM 2022 to discuss proposed political funding law

It will also discuss MACC's check and balance mechanisms.
Covid: Highest group of fatalities are unvaccinated elderly– Health DG

Covid: Highest group of fatalities are unvaccinated elderly– Health DG

Senior citizens advised to get booster shots. 

Use your brain, Nazri tells Umno leaders pressuring for snap polls

Use your brain, Nazri tells Umno leaders pressuring for snap polls

He says the people are not ready. 
Selangor exco: Challenging environment a cause of high divorces

Selangor exco: Challenging environment a cause of high divorces

Jais recorded 6,299 divorces last year.
Finance Ministry denies Zafrul submitted resignation

Finance Ministry denies Zafrul submitted resignation

A press statement claiming so has been declared fake. 
Umno AGM: Johor delegates skipping debate to show support for Hasni

Umno AGM: Johor delegates skipping debate to show support for Hasni

This follows Hasni being dropped as Johor MB after recent state polls.
Hakimah appointed Jakim’s first female DG

Hakimah appointed Jakim’s first female DG

It is based on her 30 years of service, especially with Jakim.

Tropicana Aman, Freesia Residences: Living amidst nature’s beauty

Tropicana Aman, Freesia Residences: Living amidst nature’s beauty

Are you looking for a hassle-free living space after a long day? Freesia Residences is the right place for you!
Tajuddin: 'Cai' culture normal in party election, nothing new

Tajuddin: 'Cai' culture normal in party election, nothing new

Zahid says this issue has emerged ahead of party election.

Umno can only suggest dissolving Parliament - Tajuddin

Umno can only suggest dissolving Parliament - Tajuddin

'Advising the Agong is a cabinet decision.'
Hospital security rapped for denying entry to woman wearing 'short skirt'

Hospital security rapped for denying entry to woman wearing 'short skirt'

Woman was prevented from entering emergency unit to see father.
ADUN SPEAKS | The real problem with Pakatan Harapan

ADUN SPEAKS | The real problem with Pakatan Harapan

Restart the political reform agenda.
Hishammuddin: How did I underperform as minister?

Hishammuddin: How did I underperform as minister?

Umno's achievements in state polls prove party's performance.
M'sia will defend Sabah against any claims - PM

M'sia will defend Sabah against any claims - PM

Putrajaya challenges French court on Sulu descendants' claim.
Few months needed to see if Covid-19 situation stabilises, says KJ

Few months needed to see if Covid-19 situation stabilises, says KJ

Until then, the health minister discourages holding snap polls. 
Give shoes. Give love.

Give shoes. Give love.

Whether you are a seasoned marathon runner or a social runner, there comes a point when your running shoes reach the end of the road. 
Umno president tells party dissidents not to push him against wall

Umno president tells party dissidents not to push him against wall

UPDATED 4PM | Zahid calls for party unity despite disappointment over betrayal. 
LETTER | Court ruling not 'interpretation' but constitutional decision

LETTER | Court ruling not 'interpretation' but constitutional decision

Idris said on conversion of minors, must respect state laws.
UndiJohor: Many flaws in EC's overseas voting system

UndiJohor: Many flaws in EC's overseas voting system

There are complaints of ballot papers arriving late or wrongly addressed.
LETTER | Why Bersatu should now lead the opposition

LETTER | Why Bersatu should now lead the opposition

It is time PKR take a backseat in Malaysia's opposition ecosystem.
Biden and Xi set to clash over Putin's war in Ukraine

Biden and Xi set to clash over Putin's war in Ukraine

US president is expected to warn China it will pay if it supports Russia. 
Zahid: Don't link Umno with 'backdoor' governments

Zahid: Don't link Umno with 'backdoor' governments

It was not Umno that made the 'backdoor' move.
Lawyer files to access alleged one-sided consent form to vaxx son

Lawyer files to access alleged one-sided consent form to vaxx son

Husband took son, 13, to Kuantan clinic for second dose.
Flash Express Malaysia Aims to Create 10,000 Job Opportunities

Flash Express Malaysia Aims to Create 10,000 Job Opportunities

Flash Express Malaysia now serves across Malaysia, with 30,000 goods checking in and out every day.
GE15: Umno has the power to determine its direction, says Zahid

GE15: Umno has the power to determine its direction, says Zahid

UPDATED 12.43PM | However, Umno will not interfere in the matter of dissolving Parliament, he adds. 
The Financial Times names Innov8tif as one of APAC’s fastest growing companies

The Financial Times names Innov8tif as one of APAC’s fastest growing companies

Malaysian AI Tech company Innov8tif Solutions Sdn Bhd (Innov8tif) is proud to be featured amongst the list of The Financial Times’ High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2022, compiled by research firm Statista.
COMMENT | What's my country given me?

COMMENT | What's my country given me?

'Very soon, the golden goose called Malaysia will be admitted into the ICU.'
Gone in 90 mins: Jho Low blew US$1.75m on baccarat - casino exec

Gone in 90 mins: Jho Low blew US$1.75m on baccarat - casino exec

Godby says Low was considered a 'premium guest'.
#19 - Anchoring gender equality

#19 - Anchoring gender equality

In conjunction with International Women's Month, we spoke with Jernell Tan, the Information & Communications Officer at All Women's Action Society (AWAM) regarding the state of gender equality in Malaysia, period poverty, the Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill 2021 as well as how men could be better allies to the cause, amongst others.

Call for GE15: Mat Hasan only thinking of himself, wants to be PM - Nazri

Call for GE15: Mat Hasan only thinking of himself, wants to be PM - Nazri

This comes after Mat Hasan questioned leaders wanting to delay GE15.

MP SPEAKS | Monitoring 5G rollout and 4G ramp-up

MP SPEAKS | Monitoring 5G rollout and 4G ramp-up

KPIs for DNB, telcos, MCMC, and MOF.
40pct revenue for Sabah: MA63 special council to decide soon

40pct revenue for Sabah: MA63 special council to decide soon

PARLIAMENT | Finance minister had said special allocation no longer applies.

White House discussing new dates for summit with Asean leaders

White House discussing new dates for summit with Asean leaders

Biden was to play host to a special summit with Asean on March 28-29.

Russia's advance in Ukraine stalls; US warns China on aiding Moscow

Russia's advance in Ukraine stalls; US warns China on aiding Moscow

Chinese military aid to Moscow would pit Washington against Beijing.

MOE: PE classes and extracurricular activities limited to fully vaccinated

MOE: PE classes and extracurricular activities limited to fully vaccinated

Sports activities and tournaments to be allowed within the school compound.

COMMENT | Rafizi is wrong on these two counts

COMMENT | Rafizi is wrong on these two counts

A reformist must first gain power before he can institute change.

'Don’t call me Tokong' - Guan Eng looks back on 18 years of leadership

'Don’t call me Tokong' - Guan Eng looks back on 18 years of leadership

The DAP leader is well aware of its double meaning.
COMMENT | 10 ways for Harapan to move firmly forward

COMMENT | 10 ways for Harapan to move firmly forward

Live up to your name, Harapan - don’t lose hope. 

YOURSAY | The reasons why Harapan was vanquished in Johor

YOURSAY | The reasons why Harapan was vanquished in Johor

‘In the midst of the pandemic, the people are too tired to think of 1MDB.’

Covid-19 (March 17): 27,004 new cases, 86 deaths

Covid-19 (March 17): 27,004 new cases, 86 deaths

Number of reported deaths this months is double the previous month.
Guan Eng should refrain from commenting on PKR affairs – Nik Nazmi

Guan Eng should refrain from commenting on PKR affairs – Nik Nazmi

Avoid stirring controversy between our parties, PKR leader tells Lim.

HK needs clear revival roadmap as Omicron sweeps through city - experts

HK needs clear revival roadmap as Omicron sweeps through city - experts

The city currently has the highest Covid-19 death rate, globally.
Department launches 'Ops Banteras' on forced labour, human trafficking

Department launches 'Ops Banteras' on forced labour, human trafficking

Various labour offences detected by authorities during operation.
PM invokes king to check Umno

PM invokes king to check Umno

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