Archive - 21 September 2022

Perak man detained for allegedly assaulting stepdaughter

Perak man detained for allegedly assaulting stepdaughter

Suspect slapped, kicked victim, stepped on her head.
Amanah deputy president Salahuddin is new Johor Harapan chair

Amanah deputy president Salahuddin is new Johor Harapan chair

He will be assisted by Amanah's Aminolhuda, PKR's Syed Ibrahim, DAP's Chin Tong.
Govt pays company RM76m as compensation for ECRL project

Govt pays company RM76m as compensation for ECRL project

Eden Inc receives amount for its lands in Pahang.
Discover all suggestions and most popular debater from the 2nd series of Youth Parliamentary Debathon 2022

Discover all suggestions and most popular debater from the 2nd series of Youth Parliamentary Debathon 2022

Youths proposed suggestions that may get them interested to vote. 
Najib still treated as VIP? MP urges govt clarification

Najib still treated as VIP? MP urges govt clarification

'How many days he spent relaxing on a soft bed in a hospital room.'
Ex-Malacca CM Mohd Adib dies at 81

Ex-Malacca CM Mohd Adib dies at 81

He will be buried at the Malacca Heroes’ Mausoleum.
MACC detains pensioner for alleged bribery in highway project

MACC detains pensioner for alleged bribery in highway project

Kedah MACC source says man worked in Land and District Office.
Harapan in talks with Muda, PSM to partner up for GE15

Harapan in talks with Muda, PSM to partner up for GE15

UPDATED 7.33PM | Avoiding multi-cornered clashes in election.
PKR Women to hold town hall meeting this Sunday

PKR Women to hold town hall meeting this Sunday

This is to strengthen the election machinery for GE15.
Election during floods? Not a good thing, says KJ

Election during floods? Not a good thing, says KJ

UPDATED 6.48PM | Health minister lists 3 reasons polls shouldn't be during monsoon.
Bersih: 'Irresponsible' if GE15 called early at rakyat's expense

Bersih: 'Irresponsible' if GE15 called early at rakyat's expense

UPDATED 7.59PM | 'Taxpayer money should be better used.'
Khairy: Najib requires physio, will be sent back to Kajang prison

Khairy: Najib requires physio, will be sent back to Kajang prison

UPDATED 6.25PM | Health minister also orders probe on doctor's tweet.
Gunung Lambak durian project: EIA unneeded, land restoration ordered

Gunung Lambak durian project: EIA unneeded, land restoration ordered

Authorities will consider durian project plan after land restoration works in 3 months.
DBKL identifying potential areas for car-free programme

DBKL identifying potential areas for car-free programme

One possible location is the area around the Federal Hotel in Bukit Bintang.
Lawyer: No 1MDB funds in UK-based escrow account

Lawyer: No 1MDB funds in UK-based escrow account

'Prosecution failed to show evidence of money laundering.'
WWF-Malaysia and CIMB Islamic launch ‘Kontena Tuntung’ to support painted terrapin and Setiu Wetlands conservation efforts

WWF-Malaysia and CIMB Islamic launch ‘Kontena Tuntung’ to support painted terrapin and Setiu Wetlands conservation efforts

WWF-Malaysia today launched ‘Kontena Tuntung’, in an effort to conserve painted terrapins, a critically endangered species under the International Union for Conservation of the Environment (IUCN) Red List.
The Economist edition with article on royals banned - industry sources

The Economist edition with article on royals banned - industry sources

The article looks at Southeast Asian royals, including those in Malaysia.
Putin mobilises more troops for Ukraine, says West wants to destroy Russia

Putin mobilises more troops for Ukraine, says West wants to destroy Russia

'Russia has lots of weapons to reply,' warns Putin.
After son's death, father begs govt to bring home other job scam victims

After son's death, father begs govt to bring home other job scam victims

'Bring them home before it's too late.'
Govt warned against pressuring doctors treating Najib

Govt warned against pressuring doctors treating Najib

This is amid speculation healthcare system being abused to benefit ex-PM.

 

'He is everywhere' - C4 wants MACC to probe Lodin over LCS scandal

'He is everywhere' - C4 wants MACC to probe Lodin over LCS scandal

They point out he was also implicated in 1MDB and Scorpene deal.
Zahid’s trial: Court accepts major portion of Fadzlette’s statement

Zahid’s trial: Court accepts major portion of Fadzlette’s statement

Court allows the prosecution's objection to three paragraphs.
Muda to protest GE15 being held this year, demands flood response plan

Muda to protest GE15 being held this year, demands flood response plan

'Lives First Before Elections' protest in response to Zahid's 'irresponsible' remarks.
Emotional appeals at UN for world leaders to protect Afghan girls' education

Emotional appeals at UN for world leaders to protect Afghan girls' education

'Classrooms are empty, and they are at their homes.'
Kit Siang insists not contesting in Bakri, says Hasni 'purveying fake info'

Kit Siang insists not contesting in Bakri, says Hasni 'purveying fake info'

DAP veteran reminds the Johor Umno chief of his retirement from politics.
COMMENT | Preventing children from becoming parrots as they learn to read

COMMENT | Preventing children from becoming parrots as they learn to read

Emphasis on children knowing how to read does not make reading meaningful.
EC has power to stop polling at flooded voting centres: Ex-deputy chairperson

EC has power to stop polling at flooded voting centres: Ex-deputy chairperson

'EC can move polling process to another day if flood levels rise.'
Reveal flood mitigation plans or get sued, Ambiga, KL-ites tell DBKL

Reveal flood mitigation plans or get sued, Ambiga, KL-ites tell DBKL

Shahidan Kassim and KL City Hall are given five days to respond.
COMMENT | Ringgit meltdown: Preparing for the worst

COMMENT | Ringgit meltdown: Preparing for the worst

Government seems clueless on how to deal with the problem.
Ex-aide: PM scores dismal approval rate compared to Muhyiddin

Ex-aide: PM scores dismal approval rate compared to Muhyiddin

Ex-PM scored well and enjoyed greater popularity, says Marzuki.
Rate hikes, Ukraine war, China woes dim Asia growth outlook - ADB

Rate hikes, Ukraine war, China woes dim Asia growth outlook - ADB

Significant global economic downturn will severely undermine demand for the region's exports.
Saudi Arabia buys pair of SpaceX astronaut seats from Axiom - sources

Saudi Arabia buys pair of SpaceX astronaut seats from Axiom - sources

The move is about national prestige for Saudi Arabia.
YouTube in challenge to TikTok to give Shorts creators 45pct of ad sales

YouTube in challenge to TikTok to give Shorts creators 45pct of ad sales

It faces intensifying competition from TikTok.
Apply for the AISM pre-university 100% scholarship and receive a chance to study at the top Australian school outside of Australia

Apply for the AISM pre-university 100% scholarship and receive a chance to study at the top Australian school outside of Australia

AISM has always extended support and opportunity to pursue quality education to deserving Malaysian students and this year too, the school is seeking applications for up to 100% pre-university scholarship.
Why 'thunderous silence' on 'Merpati' message, MP asks Home Ministry

Why 'thunderous silence' on 'Merpati' message, MP asks Home Ministry

Kit Siang wonders if the lack of response means the allegations are true.
Al Gore sees world at 'positive tipping point' for climate action

Al Gore sees world at 'positive tipping point' for climate action

He points out surging oil and gas costs spurring govts to decarbonise faster.
LETTER | Make Malaysia a dementia inclusive and positive country

LETTER | Make Malaysia a dementia inclusive and positive country

More is needed to ensure they continue to live with dignity.
Apex court stays tax summary judgment against Najib and son

Apex court stays tax summary judgment against Najib and son

UPDATED 10.37AM | No objection was raised by the IRB.
Register as Lalamove delivery partners and redeem exciting rewards at Syok Weh Carnival

Register as Lalamove delivery partners and redeem exciting rewards at Syok Weh Carnival

On-demand delivery platform Lalamove Malaysia shares joy and shows appreciation to its delivery partners during Astro’s Syok Weh Carnival at Dataran Karnival Stadium Shah Alam from 24th to 25th September 2022.
Ringgit slips to new all-time low at RM4.56

Ringgit slips to new all-time low at RM4.56

UPDATED 10.11AM | Dealer says this is due to lower oil prices, strengthening of US dollar.
COMMENT | I wish I’d sent my children to international school

COMMENT | I wish I’d sent my children to international school

The old-school method of teaching isn’t cutting it anymore.
US and Canadian warships carry out Taiwan Strait transit

US and Canadian warships carry out Taiwan Strait transit

This comes amid heightened Beijing-Taipei military tensions.
Prison Dept: Najib warded at Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital

Prison Dept: Najib warded at Cheras Rehabilitation Hospital

UPDATED 11.47AM | Ex-PM will go back to prison once given medical clearance, it says.
Pakistan flood-borne diseases could get 'out of control' as deaths rise

Pakistan flood-borne diseases could get 'out of control' as deaths rise

Angelina Jolie makes surprise visit to meet people affected by the crisis.
Prime minister to lead Malaysia's delegation to the 77th session of Unga

Prime minister to lead Malaysia's delegation to the 77th session of Unga

Covid-19 caused sessions to be held virtually the past two years.
Covid-19 (Sept 20): 1,667 new cases, 7 deaths

Covid-19 (Sept 20): 1,667 new cases, 7 deaths

Yesterday's death toll is higher than average in the past 30 days.
PSM seeks cooperation, open to using Harapan logo in GE15

PSM seeks cooperation, open to using Harapan logo in GE15

Informal discussions with the coalition have been ongoing. 
YOURSAY | Will PM take a gamble on the weather?

YOURSAY | Will PM take a gamble on the weather?

‘Zahid is not worried about being disqualified but…’
Bersatu treachery reason for PKR caution on Muda and others - Anwar

Bersatu treachery reason for PKR caution on Muda and others - Anwar

The failed pact with Bersatu ended with the Sheraton Move.
Warisan hints at former MCA president Ong joining its ranks soon

Warisan hints at former MCA president Ong joining its ranks soon

Warisan veep says they are in contact with Ong.
Sheltering undocumented migrants: Court grants bail to two

Sheltering undocumented migrants: Court grants bail to two

One has health issues while the other is a woman.
Pigeon-gate

Pigeon-gate

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