Archive - 21 May 2022

Aussie PM Morrison concedes, ending nearly a decade of conservative rule

Aussie PM Morrison concedes, ending nearly a decade of conservative rule

Labor Party has yet to reach 76 of the 151 lower house seats.

MACC probe into judge Nazlan completed, waiting on AGC's decision

MACC probe into judge Nazlan completed, waiting on AGC's decision

It was completed on Wednesday.
Sulu claim: M'sia to send diplomatic notes to 168 countries

Sulu claim: M'sia to send diplomatic notes to 168 countries

We have applied to strike out the final award - Saifuddin.
Foreign minister: Ambassadors screened before appointments

Foreign minister: Ambassadors screened before appointments

'The process takes a long time,' says Saifuddin.
Smile and make your mark with BOH on International Tea Day 2022

Smile and make your mark with BOH on International Tea Day 2022

This year, as we celebrate International Tea Day on 21st May, BOH invites you to make your mark for Mother Nature!
Authorities to take action against apps spreading Syiah teachings – Hamzah

Authorities to take action against apps spreading Syiah teachings – Hamzah

 Jakim has detected Quran applications that contain deviant interpretations.
US, others walk out of Apec talks over Russia's invasion - officials

US, others walk out of Apec talks over Russia's invasion - officials

'Expression of disapproval at Russia's illegal war.'
Kelana Jaya line LRT service disruption due to faulty brake

Kelana Jaya line LRT service disruption due to faulty brake

There was a calliper hydraulic leakage.

Body of missing hiker found at Gunung Suku after a week

Body of missing hiker found at Gunung Suku after a week

The body was found under a pile of debris. 
Israeli forces kill Palestinian teen militant during clash, group says

Israeli forces kill Palestinian teen militant during clash, group says

Israeli military said Palestinian suspects fired on its soldiers. 

HFMD: Ministry to look into closing of kindergartens, child care centres

HFMD: Ministry to look into closing of kindergartens, child care centres

Siti Zailah says the matter will be referred to Health Ministry.
Hulu S'gor PKR election called off as polling centre was empty

Hulu S'gor PKR election called off as polling centre was empty

Basic facilities only arrived after 9.15am. 
M'sia attracted new investments of RM16.52b from US - minister

M'sia attracted new investments of RM16.52b from US - minister

Azmin says investments will create employment opportunities.
MOH does not plan to extend NIPKids

MOH does not plan to extend NIPKids

S'wak has the highest percentage of vaccinated children.
Govt likely to introduce targeted fuel subsidy - Azmin

Govt likely to introduce targeted fuel subsidy - Azmin

'Those with BMWs cannot enjoy the same as those with Kancils.'
Johor Umno targetting to 20 parliamentary seats in GE15

Johor Umno targetting to 20 parliamentary seats in GE15

BN won only eight of the 26 parliamentary seats in Johor at GE14. 
MoF Inc may step in to help troubled Sapura Energy - report

MoF Inc may step in to help troubled Sapura Energy - report

Discussions are being made for some form of 'assistance package'.
Newly appointed ambassador Tajuddin says critics are unfair

Newly appointed ambassador Tajuddin says critics are unfair

'I have served the government and country for 45 years.'
Dress code by govt depts needed to maintain harmony - Cuepacs

Dress code by govt depts needed to maintain harmony - Cuepacs

Civil servants are wise to use discretion, says Adnan Mat.
PKR elections: 8pct turnout so far, limelight on S’gor and Perak

PKR elections: 8pct turnout so far, limelight on S’gor and Perak

Party elections end with Sarawak and Sabah voting tomorrow.
Russia says Azovstal siege is over, shows video of defenders surrendering

Russia says Azovstal siege is over, shows video of defenders surrendering

Moscow calls the Azov Regiment 'Nazis'.
UK govt faces legal action for use of M'sian firm accused of labour abuses

UK govt faces legal action for use of M'sian firm accused of labour abuses

The case is described as the first of its kind.
Three M’sians nabbed in S'pore in attempt to smuggle drugs

Three M’sians nabbed in S'pore in attempt to smuggle drugs

The suspected offenders are aged between 23 and 28. 

 

Kit Siang retired, I will debate Najib instead - Steven Sim

Kit Siang retired, I will debate Najib instead - Steven Sim

'It seems Anwar converted Najib to debate culture.'
Five-year target for recovery of tourism sector too long – NRC

Five-year target for recovery of tourism sector too long – NRC

Muhyiddin has requested the matter to be reviewed.
ADUN SPEAKS | Are we en route to end up like Sri Lanka?

ADUN SPEAKS | Are we en route to end up like Sri Lanka?

We can learn from Sri Lanka's history. 
Not all in opposition share same goals - DAP MP

Not all in opposition share same goals - DAP MP

'Some want to try their luck in a free-for-all.'
Kit Siang: I expected desperados to twist my statement, not an ex-PM

Kit Siang: I expected desperados to twist my statement, not an ex-PM

DAP veteran says he warned of deteriorating conditions in M'sia.
Australian voters head to polls in close-run election

Australian voters head to polls in close-run election

Climate-focused independents could lead to a hung parliament.
Boeing's Starliner capsule docks with space station in uncrewed flight test

Boeing's Starliner capsule docks with space station in uncrewed flight test

Boeing says defective thrusters posed no risk to spaceflight.
Disgraced airforce captain struggles daily, pining for second chance

Disgraced airforce captain struggles daily, pining for second chance

Joraymi is among scores of ex-service officers hoping for royal pardon.
WHO calls emergency meeting as monkeypox cases top 100 in Europe

WHO calls emergency meeting as monkeypox cases top 100 in Europe

First identified in monkeys, the disease typically spreads through close contact. 

Mexico reports first death of child from mysterious severe hepatitis

Mexico reports first death of child from mysterious severe hepatitis

Disease experts have not ruled out a link to prior Covid infection.

N Korea reports over 200,000 fever cases for 5th day in a row

N Korea reports over 200,000 fever cases for 5th day in a row

This takes the total number of such cases to 2,460,640.
ECRL in Pahang will be flood proof, says construction manager

ECRL in Pahang will be flood proof, says construction manager

'A thorough flood risk assessment has been conducted.'
First person charged under Whistleblower Protection Act acquitted

First person charged under Whistleblower Protection Act acquitted

The prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case.
Tun Razak Exchange infrastructure 99pct completed, says CEO

Tun Razak Exchange infrastructure 99pct completed, says CEO

The successfully completed buildings are Menara Prudential and HSBC Bank.
Covid-19 (May 20): 2,063 new cases, five deaths

Covid-19 (May 20): 2,063 new cases, five deaths

There are 29,229 active cases, up 26pct compared to 14 days ago.

YOURSAY | PM’s not-so-secret special officer

YOURSAY | PM’s not-so-secret special officer

What other ‘appointments’ by the PM have not been announced?’

Aug 30 set for verdict on RM100m suit by Altantuya's family

Aug 30 set for verdict on RM100m suit by Altantuya's family

Judge fixed the date after witnesses from both sides finished testifying.

Cops probe Kit Siang's Sri Lanka comments

Cops probe Kit Siang's Sri Lanka comments

Will PM and ministers suffer same fate as their Sri Lanka counterparts?