Archive - 19 July 2022

MACC detains three in PenjanaKerjaya probe

MACC detains three in PenjanaKerjaya probe

Company director, 2 managers allegedly submit over RM1.6m in false claims.
Former OCM sec-gen Kok Chi dies

Former OCM sec-gen Kok Chi dies

He passed away last Saturday at age 83.
Groups say Siti Nuramira's arrest by Jawi 'like a witch hunt'

Groups say Siti Nuramira's arrest by Jawi 'like a witch hunt'

She had just finished posting bail when she was arrested.
Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill must not police victim's dressing - Hannah Yeoh

Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill must not police victim's dressing - Hannah Yeoh

Another MP says law must ensure no groups are left as victims.
Perak defers approval for proposed water resources bill

Perak defers approval for proposed water resources bill

Perak Water Resources Enactment Bill 2022 deferred for improvement.
Sabah MACC arrests professor for allegedly making false claims

Sabah MACC arrests professor for allegedly making false claims

False claims involve research funds amounting to RM66,000.
Housewives' Social Security Act tabled in Parliament today

Housewives' Social Security Act tabled in Parliament today

The act calls for creation of the Housewife Social Security Scheme.
Police nab preacher for alleged rape of teen

Police nab preacher for alleged rape of teen

The victim befriended the suspect last year, police say.
Umno submitted 8 additional docs requested by ROS - Ahmad Maslan

Umno submitted 8 additional docs requested by ROS - Ahmad Maslan

Umno wants to amend constitution to delay party election to after GE.
Medicine shortage expected to be resolved in two weeks

Medicine shortage expected to be resolved in two weeks

Deputy minister says MOH is working on resolving the issue immediately.
Thai opposition grills PM in parliament as censure debate begins

Thai opposition grills PM in parliament as censure debate begins

He has successfully fended off three no-confidence votes since 2019.
Education Ministry prepared for contingency plan if Covid-19 cases rise

Education Ministry prepared for contingency plan if Covid-19 cases rise

It will discuss with Health Ministry before making a decision. 
East Timor hopes to join Asean under Indonesia presidency next year

East Timor hopes to join Asean under Indonesia presidency next year

It applied for Asean membership in 2011 and currently holds observer status.
Amendments passed to give convicts community service instead of jail

Amendments passed to give convicts community service instead of jail

This will be in line with move towards 'rehabilitative justice'.
MCMC identified politician spreading misleading clip on PM's statement

MCMC identified politician spreading misleading clip on PM's statement

He says the politician is not an MP without providing further details.

Bukit Aman probes Mat Sabu over price hike flashmob video

Bukit Aman probes Mat Sabu over price hike flashmob video

Police confiscate Amanah president's phone. 
Family anxiously waits for hearing date to stop M'sian-born kids' deportation

Family anxiously waits for hearing date to stop M'sian-born kids' deportation

The mother of the three boys is also M'sian born and holds green IC.
Crackhouse Comedy Club vandalised with red paint, posters torn

Crackhouse Comedy Club vandalised with red paint, posters torn

Site of controversial performance resulting in arrests for allegedly insulting Islam.
Man in K'tan latest to be remanded for allegedly insulting Islam

Man in K'tan latest to be remanded for allegedly insulting Islam

Magistrate's court grants a remand order for four days.

China's 2022 total palm oil imports likely lower - Zuraida

China's 2022 total palm oil imports likely lower - Zuraida

Minister is optimistic China will increase imports despite global challenges.
MYWiT helps boost digital business services across industries

MYWiT helps boost digital business services across industries

Hire talent with digital-skill training and salary incentives
'Is EC really that busy?' - DAP MPs seek meeting after 3 failed attempts

'Is EC really that busy?' - DAP MPs seek meeting after 3 failed attempts

They want engagement session with EC to discuss general election issues. 
After one year, govt explains Amanat Haji Hadi fatwa's 'disappearance'

After one year, govt explains Amanat Haji Hadi fatwa's 'disappearance'

Minister says fatwa removed from Jakim's site after reorganising exercise.
Over 100 PKR divisions lodge reports against Najib over Sulu issue

Over 100 PKR divisions lodge reports against Najib over Sulu issue

They want his decision to terminate payment to Sulu sultanate's heirs probed.

Apex court to hear constitutional issues on MACC probe against judge

Apex court to hear constitutional issues on MACC probe against judge

Kuala Lumpur High Court allows lawyers' bid to refer to the apex court. 
Ex-Kedah MB admits he approved durian plantation for rehabilitation

Ex-Kedah MB admits he approved durian plantation for rehabilitation

Bashah responds to Muhkriz’s accusations over the plantation linked to floods. 
Russia strikes cities across Ukraine, gas supplies in focus

Russia strikes cities across Ukraine, gas supplies in focus

Ukrainian president says Russia had fired more than 3,000 cruise missiles. 
MACC denies abuse of power in probe against Syed Saddiq

MACC denies abuse of power in probe against Syed Saddiq

Witness disagrees that the investigation was a 'fishing expedition'.
PM assures country’s assets will be protected against Sulu claims

PM assures country’s assets will be protected against Sulu claims

Govt will use all channels available to do so. 
Review classification of B40, M40, and T20 citizens – Rafizi

Review classification of B40, M40, and T20 citizens – Rafizi

This is needed if govt aims to implement targeted subsidies. 
Amid RM10.46b loss in palm oil sector, govt fears letting refugees work

Amid RM10.46b loss in palm oil sector, govt fears letting refugees work

The losses in this sector are due to a shortage of workers.
Speaker raps MPs for disrespecting ushers tasked to evict Kota Belud rep

Speaker raps MPs for disrespecting ushers tasked to evict Kota Belud rep

PARLIAMENT | Azhar also asks MPs to reflect on whether they disrespected royal symbol. 
Coalition against PJD Link development seeks Harapan's help

Coalition against PJD Link development seeks Harapan's help

They are concerned about the potential worsening of traffic conditions in PJ.
Najib wants debate on Sulu claim, trains sights on Harapan

Najib wants debate on Sulu claim, trains sights on Harapan

Ex-PM presents 6 questions on Harapan's policies in handling the matter.
Public transport users upset with congestion amid Covid-19 resurgence

Public transport users upset with congestion amid Covid-19 resurgence

'It's risky to take the train as we are all bunched up together.'
Embrace the Future with Taiwan Excellence

Embrace the Future with Taiwan Excellence

Register for online one-on-one business meeting with 63 Taiwanese manufacturers from 3rd to 5th August 
RM5m spent on Keluarga Malaysia campaign

RM5m spent on Keluarga Malaysia campaign

PARLIAMENT | Minister says it's also for the development of SPV2030. 
Hiring quota approvals not based on individual source countries

Hiring quota approvals not based on individual source countries

Saravanan says they will be based on the approved sectors.
Second booster now available to those aged 50-59

Second booster now available to those aged 50-59

Khairy's announcement comes amid a surge in infections.

Twitter claims Musk is 'slow-walking' trial over US$44b deal

Twitter claims Musk is 'slow-walking' trial over US$44b deal

'Millions of Twitter shares trade daily under a cloud of Musk-created doubt.'
Malaysia not at risk of going bankrupt like Sri Lanka - Zafrul

Malaysia not at risk of going bankrupt like Sri Lanka - Zafrul

UPDATED 12.09PM | Economy is still stable with IMF expressing confidence for continued growth.
How China became ground zero for the auto chip shortage

How China became ground zero for the auto chip shortage

China is investing to decrease its reliance on foreign chips.
Jawi arrests woman over controversial stand-up comedy

Jawi arrests woman over controversial stand-up comedy

UPDATED 11.22PM | Siti Nuramira is nabbed immediately after she was released on bail.
Govt opens recruitment of migrant workers from 15 countries

Govt opens recruitment of migrant workers from 15 countries

This comes after Indonesia imposes labour freeze. 
CEO detained for questioning under Ops Hire probe into PenjanaKerjaya

CEO detained for questioning under Ops Hire probe into PenjanaKerjaya

Saravanan assures MOHR staff are not involved in any wrongdoing.
COMMENT | Apandi's brokering of Jho Low deal highly questionable

COMMENT | Apandi's brokering of Jho Low deal highly questionable

Apandi was the one who in 2016 cleared Najib of wrongdoing.
Artroniq acquires precision engineering company for RM12 million

Artroniq acquires precision engineering company for RM12 million

Bursa Malaysia ACE Market listed Artroniq Berhad (“Artroniq” or “Company” or “Group”) has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement (“CSPA”) to acquire 60% equity interest in precision engineering company – Fujim Digital Sdn Bhd (“FDSB”) for RM12 million (“Proposed Acquisition”).
'Alive with Covid-19' shines light on poor amid lockdowns

'Alive with Covid-19' shines light on poor amid lockdowns

Documentary focuses on the struggles of the poor in facing Covid.
Covid-19 (July 18): 3,080 new cases, 7 deaths

Covid-19 (July 18): 3,080 new cases, 7 deaths

Malaysia nears 100 Covid-19 deaths this month.
YOURSAY | PKR torn over the fabric of ‘big tent’

YOURSAY | PKR torn over the fabric of ‘big tent’

‘Wan Azizah, are you sure you want the big tent?’
Lawyer: Wrong for Dewan Rakyat to bar debate on Sulu-Petronas issue

Lawyer: Wrong for Dewan Rakyat to bar debate on Sulu-Petronas issue

'Sub judice does not apply as case is in a different jurisdiction.'
Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

Spy infiltration: Ukrainian president suspends his security chief and top prosecutor.
Customs foil attempt to smuggle wildlife parts worth RM80m

Customs foil attempt to smuggle wildlife parts worth RM80m

The previously recorded seizure was only half of that.
Former TV newsreader Zalina still missing - since November last year

Former TV newsreader Zalina still missing - since November last year

 No clues obtained on her disappearance since Nov 24, 2021.
Close cooperation of Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia crucial for trade

Close cooperation of Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia crucial for trade

This will ensure smooth trading through the Straits of Malacca - Wee.
Bangladesh's first homegrown Covid-19 vaccine to start human trials

Bangladesh's first homegrown Covid-19 vaccine to start human trials

The phase I trial involves 60 adults.