Archive - 20 June 2022

Cops: Assault on Jagdeep neither revenge nor politically motivated

Cops: Assault on Jagdeep neither revenge nor politically motivated

Suspect is a foreigner who does not know who Jagdeep is.
Nazri's ex-aide to serve 2 years for graft after final appeal fails

Nazri's ex-aide to serve 2 years for graft after final appeal fails

Court of Appeal finds no grounds to allow his appeal.
Ocean Infinity ready to resume MH370 search

Ocean Infinity ready to resume MH370 search

Transport minister reiterates search will only begin with 'new credible evidence'.
Sleepless nights for elder over RM5.5k water bill

Sleepless nights for elder over RM5.5k water bill

Bill accumulated due to leaking pipe.
Three-year-old boy in critical condition after drugs found in body

Three-year-old boy in critical condition after drugs found in body

Cops have detained his uncle to assist in investigations.
‘I don’t remember’ - Azmin’s response to report on PKR meet

‘I don’t remember’ - Azmin’s response to report on PKR meet

UPDATED 9.51PM | This follows reports that he may possibly return to PKR.
Umno on attack mode after Muhyiddin named as kickback recipient

Umno on attack mode after Muhyiddin named as kickback recipient

They decry selective prosecution but sidestep testimony of Zahid's alleged corruption.
Another Bersatu MP seeking greener pastures

Another Bersatu MP seeking greener pastures

Willie Mongin submits application to join PBB.
Bank officer: US$61m, £9.4 million went into Najib’s accounts

Bank officer: US$61m, £9.4 million went into Najib’s accounts

Money transferred from Jho Low-linked companies in British Virgin Islands.
Where's Suhakam report, new commissioners? - human rights groups

Where's Suhakam report, new commissioners? - human rights groups

They point out lack of commissioners impacting Suhakam's ability to defend human rights.
The Elena Cooke Education Fund - Empowering today's youth for life

The Elena Cooke Education Fund - Empowering today's youth for life

SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) and STPM (Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia) students who have received their examination results are invited to apply to the Elena Cooke Education Fund for financial assistance.
Covid-19: 16pct drop in deaths last week

Covid-19: 16pct drop in deaths last week

However, the R-naught has risen to 1.08.
Vehicle sales tax exemption deadline remains on June 30 - Zafrul

Vehicle sales tax exemption deadline remains on June 30 - Zafrul

Registration period for purchase of vehicles at RTD extended until March 31, 2023.
Rohingya migrants in limbo

Rohingya migrants in limbo

Without further political reforms, the potential for violence against them remains.
Berjaya Sompo organised windscreen repair roadshow as a step towards climate change

Berjaya Sompo organised windscreen repair roadshow as a step towards climate change

Roadshow aims to create awareness on the benefits of windscreen repair 

Fact check: Does Muhyiddin's denial match UKSB's ledger?

Fact check: Does Muhyiddin's denial match UKSB's ledger?

Questions abound on the ‘tarikh tertentu’ when he was supposedly abroad.
Rafizi to recruit 30K volunteers to start GE campaign to boost turnout

Rafizi to recruit 30K volunteers to start GE campaign to boost turnout

'Ayuh Malaysia' to address voter fatigue, which could scuttle Harapan's chances.
Nazri: I wasn't asking people to party when I suggested 'voluntourism'

Nazri: I wasn't asking people to party when I suggested 'voluntourism'

People want to help, so voluntourism is something positive, he says.
‘Automate, don't rely on foreign workers,’ govt tells plantations

‘Automate, don't rely on foreign workers,’ govt tells plantations

Zuraida says this amid complaints of severe labour crunch. 
Ex-finance minister II didn’t want to get involved in 1MDB, court hears

Ex-finance minister II didn’t want to get involved in 1MDB, court hears

Former MOF officer testifies on the role played by Husni Hanadzlah.
IMF delegation visits crisis-hit Sri Lanka with time running out

IMF delegation visits crisis-hit Sri Lanka with time running out

The UN warns things could spiral into a humanitarian crisis.
Macau shuts most businesses amid Covid-19 outbreak, casinos stay open

Macau shuts most businesses amid Covid-19 outbreak, casinos stay open

Most residents are asked to stay home.
Islamic State claims attack on Sikh temple in Kabul that killed two

Islamic State claims attack on Sikh temple in Kabul that killed two

Attack condemned by many Muslim-majority countries.
As Thailand greenlights cannabis, patients welcome cheaper supplies

As Thailand greenlights cannabis, patients welcome cheaper supplies

The relaxation of restrictions has not meant a total free-for-all.
'Baffling how MACC was clueless over graft unveiled in UKSB trial'

'Baffling how MACC was clueless over graft unveiled in UKSB trial'

Guan Eng says Zahid trial shows MACC used as a political tool.
Etika appoints Amy Gan as Vice President of Marketing to strengthen digitisation of brands

Etika appoints Amy Gan as Vice President of Marketing to strengthen digitisation of brands

Etika Group of Companies (“Etika”), one of the region’s most prominent Halal beverage companies, has announced the appointment of Amy Gan as Vice President of Marketing starting 1 June 2022, as the organisation seeks to boost its effort to further explore and strengthen their digitalisation strategy for the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry.
Muda leader calls for Malaysia to recognise refugee status

Muda leader calls for Malaysia to recognise refugee status

Without this, they are deemed undocumented migrants vulnerable to exploitation and deportation. 

COMMENT | Safety is a human right

COMMENT | Safety is a human right

How can we help asylum seekers and refugees find safety in Malaysia?
No leaders, civil servants in Kelantan involved In graft - deputy MB

No leaders, civil servants in Kelantan involved In graft - deputy MB

He admits that some staff, officers have been investigated after reports were lodged.
Cradle Fund CEO murder trial: Samirah, 2 teens to know fate tomorrow

Cradle Fund CEO murder trial: Samirah, 2 teens to know fate tomorrow

Trio charged with murdering Nazrin Hassan on June 13, 2018.
Refugees braving the odds and daring to dream

Refugees braving the odds and daring to dream

Elom Community Centre has given them a voice.
Four in family hurt after steamboat pot explodes

Four in family hurt after steamboat pot explodes

The incident involved two children.
LETTER | Malaysia needs agriculture soil revitalisation policy

LETTER | Malaysia needs agriculture soil revitalisation policy

Asean leaders yet to make giant steps in addressing soil degradation.

Dr M: Bersatu never received RM1.3m 'given' to Muhyiddin

Dr M: Bersatu never received RM1.3m 'given' to Muhyiddin

Mahathir is also unsure of the veracity of allegations against Muhyiddin.
Azmin: Kedah PN's cooperation a model for other states

Azmin: Kedah PN's cooperation a model for other states

PAS controls 15 seats in the Kedah assembly and Bersatu six.
Ex-journalist turned activist couldn't look the other way as refugees suffered

Ex-journalist turned activist couldn't look the other way as refugees suffered

Award-winning filmmaker Mahi Ramakrishnan uses her films to highlight issues.
Macron loses majority as left and far-right advance

Macron loses majority as left and far-right advance

France to face a major setback if he fails to negotiate alliances.
‘Four push two'? - Abang Jo explains why mastering English is important

‘Four push two'? - Abang Jo explains why mastering English is important

'We can speak English without compromising BM as national language.'
MP SPEAKS | Lawmakers, let’s walk the talk

MP SPEAKS | Lawmakers, let’s walk the talk

It's time to hasten legal reforms and procedures.
Colombia elects former guerrilla Petro as its first leftist president

Colombia elects former guerrilla Petro as its first leftist president

The former M-19 guerrilla movement member has vowed profound changes.
Bar details steps to deal with cops' 'misguided' understanding of law

Bar details steps to deal with cops' 'misguided' understanding of law

This is after police say they will probe everyone involved in the 'Walk for Justice'.
COMMENT | Will DAP be left out in the cold in next GE?

COMMENT | Will DAP be left out in the cold in next GE?

Rejection of the big tent is an all-or-nothing proposition.
Covid-19 (June 19): 1,690 new cases, no deaths reported for first time in 18 months

Covid-19 (June 19): 1,690 new cases, no deaths reported for first time in 18 months

There's an uptick in the number of patients hospitalised for Covid-19.
Ledger kickbacks: Anifah 'shocked', says never received money

Ledger kickbacks: Anifah 'shocked', says never received money

'I am willing to assist any investigations to clear my good name.'
World Refugee Day: Ex-beauty queen fights for children's education rights

World Refugee Day: Ex-beauty queen fights for children's education rights

Fugee School founder Deborah Henry says education is a game-changer. 

Youths to tackle question of compulsory voting in 'debate-thon'

Youths to tackle question of compulsory voting in 'debate-thon'

Those aged 16 to 25 invited to join Youth Parliamentary Debathon 2022.
YOURSAY | Ledger-gate: MACC investigating what it knew all along?

YOURSAY | Ledger-gate: MACC investigating what it knew all along?

'Rakyat are not stupid that MACC not aware of this ‘political funding’.'
Ledger reveals payments to politicians

Ledger reveals payments to politicians

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