Archive - 10 August 2022

Bernama won't sue disgruntled news presenter, seeks dialogue

Bernama won't sue disgruntled news presenter, seeks dialogue

CEO says legal action is a last resort.
MYCC proposes RM46.36m fine on company for poultry feed price fixing

MYCC proposes RM46.36m fine on company for poultry feed price fixing

Competition commission also proposing to fine four other feed millers.
China withdraws promise not to send troops to Taiwan if it takes control of island

China withdraws promise not to send troops to Taiwan if it takes control of island

China's latest white paper indicates less autonomy will be granted after 'reunification'.
No record of payments from UKSB to Hishamuddin - witness

No record of payments from UKSB to Hishamuddin - witness

MACC officer says this is based on witness statements, checks on company's ledger.
Disappointed with Putra joining GTA coalition, Hamidah quits party

Disappointed with Putra joining GTA coalition, Hamidah quits party

She has lost trust in party and its leaders for aligning themselves with Mahathir.
Is the Syariah court system discriminatory against women?

Is the Syariah court system discriminatory against women?

InsideKini | We spoke to our journalist, Raveena Nagotra, to discuss the possible discrimination women may face in the Syariah court system.

Umno should retire 'old horses' to win GE15 race - party leader

Umno should retire 'old horses' to win GE15 race - party leader

They speak for Bersatu, question Umno, says Nur Jazlan.
PAC chair hopes declassified LCS report won't be redacted

PAC chair hopes declassified LCS report won't be redacted

He lauds Putrajaya for adopting two of its recommendations. 
Suhakam commissioner: Judge us on our work, not political links

Suhakam commissioner: Judge us on our work, not political links

'Human rights work should be open to everyone.'
Zahid receives monthly payment from UKSB totalling SG$13.56m - witness

Zahid receives monthly payment from UKSB totalling SG$13.56m - witness

'It was all recorded in the company's ledger.'
Malaysia Airlines to acquire 20 Airbus A330neos - sources

Malaysia Airlines to acquire 20 Airbus A330neos - sources

The upgrade comes amid signs of increasing demand for wide-body jets.
Hisham urged to explain LCS contractor's finances in Dewan Negara

Hisham urged to explain LCS contractor's finances in Dewan Negara

UPDATED 5.55PM | Minister has to answer, says Harapan defence duo.
Zahidi: Govt to continue censoring LGBT elements in films, social media

Zahidi: Govt to continue censoring LGBT elements in films, social media

Deputy minister says however it has no authority on streaming services.
Umno Youth wants RCI on LCS with independent experts

Umno Youth wants RCI on LCS with independent experts

RCI panel should be free of any political party members, it says.
Bersatu submits memorandum requesting RCI on LCS to Agong

Bersatu submits memorandum requesting RCI on LCS to Agong

UPDATED 5.52PM | Its info chief says the case has taken huge amounts of rakyat’s funds.
Ex-navy chief scuttles 'dummy ship' rumour

Ex-navy chief scuttles 'dummy ship' rumour

'Launching incomplete ships is normal practice in navies.'

I favoured BNS for LCS as it belonged to LTAT, Najib scoffs at Teo

I favoured BNS for LCS as it belonged to LTAT, Najib scoffs at Teo

Najib says military would benefit if LTAT earned profits.
LETTER | Bernama should stop legal actions against Sydney Yap

LETTER | Bernama should stop legal actions against Sydney Yap

The national news agency should focus on addressing issues raised.
Zaid’s firm to withdraw if Najib’s SRC appeal proceeds

Zaid’s firm to withdraw if Najib’s SRC appeal proceeds

UPDATED 5.14PM | Ex-PM's new lawyers will seek to postpone appeal hearing again next week.  
LCS report to be declassified, PM vows transparent probe

LCS report to be declassified, PM vows transparent probe

UPDATED 4.46PM | 'Government will not protect those responsible'.
Umno dead in 10 years if it won't change to attract youths - Jazlan

Umno dead in 10 years if it won't change to attract youths - Jazlan

Young voters will dominate future elections, says state leader.
China extends military drills around Taiwan after Pelosi visit

China extends military drills around Taiwan after Pelosi visit

Taiwanese and Chinese warships are still in close proximity near median line.
Jamal Yunos freed on charges of uploading offensive videos to FB

Jamal Yunos freed on charges of uploading offensive videos to FB

Prosecution fails to prove prima facie case.
Aug 30 verdict on Emilia’s judicial review bid against contempt hearing

Aug 30 verdict on Emilia’s judicial review bid against contempt hearing

She seeks declaration that syariah courts have no jurisdiction over this matter.
Resolve Bernama's woes to fight fake news, Geramm tells govt

Resolve Bernama's woes to fight fake news, Geramm tells govt

The group also backs Sydney Yap Xi Ni's rights as a staff. 
Smart Building Ecosystem (8/13): Efficient Facility Maintenance on Cloud

Smart Building Ecosystem (8/13): Efficient Facility Maintenance on Cloud

Good preventive maintenance in a property management system provides the following benefits typically; a more efficient operation, fewer breakdowns, extended equipment life, diagnosis of weak points, and advance determination of equipment replacement.
redONE celebrates 65th Merdeka with RM65k for customers

redONE celebrates 65th Merdeka with RM65k for customers

redONE launches Senang Menang Merdeka giveaway contest for new subscribers
Hold Suhakam inquiry into migrant's wrongful whipping - groups

Hold Suhakam inquiry into migrant's wrongful whipping - groups

'We believe this isn't isolated incident,' says Irene Xavier.
Migrant rights groups urge govt to engage on refugee issues

Migrant rights groups urge govt to engage on refugee issues

They also call the raid in Kajang an abuse of power. 
Undersea tunnel trial: Private valuer says land worth RM300m

Undersea tunnel trial: Private valuer says land worth RM300m

This contradicts govt officers' testimonies who claimed it was RM80m.

LETTER | Protesters supporting Penang Tech Park were not locals

LETTER | Protesters supporting Penang Tech Park were not locals

Tech Park in Bertam will reduce quality of life, pollute.
Zahid wanted UKSB to donate to Umno, says graft trial witness

Zahid wanted UKSB to donate to Umno, says graft trial witness

MACC officer says company agreed to donations to maintain relations with Zahid.
Sars-related coronaviruses infect 66k SE Asians a year - study

Sars-related coronaviruses infect 66k SE Asians a year - study

Understanding bats in region could shed light on Covid origins.
'LHDN' scammers possess targets' personal details, home address

'LHDN' scammers possess targets' personal details, home address

Scammers are able to issue 'arrest warrants' complete with personal details.
LTAT boss: Boustead forced to use LCS money to pay off bad debts

LTAT boss: Boustead forced to use LCS money to pay off bad debts

It has to take over debt-ridden PSC Industries Sdn Bhd.
SME CEO Forum Helps SMEs Navigate Through Economic Uncertainties

SME CEO Forum Helps SMEs Navigate Through Economic Uncertainties

Some 22 speakers and panellists took turns to address the pain points of SMEs and the challenges holding them back
Ministry of Transport supports blueprint for a resilient transportation sector in Malaysia

Ministry of Transport supports blueprint for a resilient transportation sector in Malaysia

The world's largest bus e-ticketing platform, redBus, together with the Ministry of Transport is currently working to improve the way Malaysians travel by embracing the worldwide shift towards more efficient and sustainable travel solutions.
Key prosecution witness in Guan Eng trial on MC

Key prosecution witness in Guan Eng trial on MC

This comes after Zarul claimed he was diagnosed with heart palpitations. 
Malaysian economy likely grew fastest in April-June - Reuters poll

Malaysian economy likely grew fastest in April-June - Reuters poll

GDP growth forecasts range from 5.2 to 9.2 percent.
Biden signs US$52.7b bill to boost US chips, compete with China

Biden signs US$52.7b bill to boost US chips, compete with China

US president declares 'future will be made in America'.
Torrential rain lessens in South Korean capital amid heavy flood damage

Torrential rain lessens in South Korean capital amid heavy flood damage

At least five people have been killed in Seoul early today.
LETTER | Questions remain over court ruling on awarding claims

LETTER | Questions remain over court ruling on awarding claims

Tourism players must address the court's decision to adapt. 
Time to nominate names for GE15, Bung Moktar tells Sabah Umno

Time to nominate names for GE15, Bung Moktar tells Sabah Umno

State party leader says winnability should be priority in candidate selection.
Claiming defamation, Bernama to take legal action against staff

Claiming defamation, Bernama to take legal action against staff

The agency claims employee defamed the company and government. 
MP SPEAKS | LCS' future is as crucial as its past

MP SPEAKS | LCS' future is as crucial as its past

Government needs to reveal details of how it will continue with project.
LCS: Teo wants Najib to explain sweetheart deal for BNS

LCS: Teo wants Najib to explain sweetheart deal for BNS

DAP leader says late charges capped, advanced payment much higher.
Covid-19 (Aug 9): 3,083 new cases, 12 deaths

Covid-19 (Aug 9): 3,083 new cases, 12 deaths

Reported deaths this month are on course to exceed that of June.
Ramli: Amend Constitution on land code to help Orang Asli

Ramli: Amend Constitution on land code to help Orang Asli

'The issue of Orang Asli customary land is like a sickness.'
COMMENT | Voter education key to reducing rejected ballots among Orang Asli

COMMENT | Voter education key to reducing rejected ballots among Orang Asli

Low literacy, protest votes among other reasons for high rejected votes rate. 
YOURSAY | An airport tiff more important than 'missing' naval ships?

YOURSAY | An airport tiff more important than 'missing' naval ships?

'This is like using a sledgehammer to kill two annoying houseflies.'
Gajen Nad to keep things funny with comedy special

Gajen Nad to keep things funny with comedy special

The comedian hopes to go international one day. 
Daehan Rehabilitation Hospital Putrajaya Helps Children With Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Daehan Rehabilitation Hospital Putrajaya Helps Children With Cerebral Palsy (CP)

Dr Aishah Ahmad Fauzi, Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine physician talks about CP and how their quality of life can be improved.

Landslide risk: Warning systems to be installed at 20 forest parks

Landslide risk: Warning systems to be installed at 20 forest parks

First eight systems will cost RM3.2 million - Forestry Dept.
Umno branch got RM10k from Shahrir for football tourney - witness

Umno branch got RM10k from Shahrir for football tourney - witness

Branch deputy chief says money deposited into Maybank Islamic account.
PAS will not join GTA - Takiyuddin

PAS will not join GTA - Takiyuddin

GTA comprises non-dominant parties, says PAS sec-gen.
Party-hopping: PM will tell state govts to amend their constitutions

Party-hopping: PM will tell state govts to amend their constitutions

Amendments subject to state rulers, governors.
Putrajaya hacked

Putrajaya hacked

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