Archive - 29 September 2022

Sulu heirs press US$15b claim, target M'sian assets in Netherlands

Sulu heirs press US$15b claim, target M'sian assets in Netherlands

Dispute threatens global assets of M'sian govt and companies.
Roz Mawar recuses herself from hearing SRC's suit against Umno

Roz Mawar recuses herself from hearing SRC's suit against Umno

RM16 million was alleged to have been wrongly transferred.
Teach sex ed as many children unaware they're victims - judge

Teach sex ed as many children unaware they're victims - judge

When they realise, they will be torn apart, Kunasundary says.
No problems in hiring migrant workers, minister says

No problems in hiring migrant workers, minister says

Govt has approved 10k from Bangladesh for critical sectors.
Loke tells Liu to respect DAP's collective decision

Loke tells Liu to respect DAP's collective decision

Decision approved by party representatives, sec-gen says.
Bukit Lagong land for new quarries still 'forest reserve' status

Bukit Lagong land for new quarries still 'forest reserve' status

New quarries to sustain need for building materials - Hee.
Activist under probe slams PM's silence at UN on Mahsa Amini's death

Activist under probe slams PM's silence at UN on Mahsa Amini's death

He is being investigated for joining a candlelight vigil over Iranian's death.
Russia: Nord Stream leaks occurred in zone controlled by US intelligence

Russia: Nord Stream leaks occurred in zone controlled by US intelligence

'It happened in the trade and economic zones of Denmark and Sweden.'
US candidate beats Russian to head UN tech agency

US candidate beats Russian to head UN tech agency

Vote is seen as gauge of Russia's support after Ukraine invasion.
Klang seat swap rumour: Loke says candidates not finalised

Klang seat swap rumour: Loke says candidates not finalised

DAP sec-gen says candidacy meeting only after Parliament dissolves.
Stiff competition to gain entry into public universities - ministry

Stiff competition to gain entry into public universities - ministry

Medicine, accounting and law receive a large number of applications.
M'sian children subject to online sexual exploitation - Unicef study

M'sian children subject to online sexual exploitation - Unicef study

UPDATED 7.01PM | Study reveals children blackmailed, promised gifts.
Ringgit affected if US$600m leaves Najib's account - banker

Ringgit affected if US$600m leaves Najib's account - banker

He also explains why Najib’s account had special designation. 
Indonesia approves first home-grown Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use

Indonesia approves first home-grown Covid-19 vaccine for emergency use

Country is looking to minimise its dependency on foreign-sourced vaccines.
SMEs tap into global halal mart through Alibaba app

SMEs tap into global halal mart through Alibaba app

The Halal Pavilion features multiple product categories with a stronger emphasis on food and beverages.
Minister moots review of Socso claim approvals after 'puzzling' rejections

Minister moots review of Socso claim approvals after 'puzzling' rejections

'I am personally saddened to see the cases rejected by doctors.' 
Russia set to annexe Ukraine territory, West warns of new sanctions

Russia set to annexe Ukraine territory, West warns of new sanctions

New territories will be considered part of Russia, under nuclear protection.
Minister open to engaging KL-ites at flood mitigation town hall

Minister open to engaging KL-ites at flood mitigation town hall

Discussion so residents know what we're doing - Tuan Ibrahim.
Man withdraws report on kidnap attempt of his child in Puchong

Man withdraws report on kidnap attempt of his child in Puchong

Police say man found no truth to his child's claims.
Lawyer: Wrong for cops to prey on M'sians consuming cannabis in Thailand

Lawyer: Wrong for cops to prey on M'sians consuming cannabis in Thailand

It’s an ‘executive overreach’ to do so, she says. 
Fadillah: 60pct of federal roads expired, need repairs

Fadillah: 60pct of federal roads expired, need repairs

Minister estimates RM3b needed for repair works.
PKR veep lodges report against MIC chief, deputy for alleged defamation

PKR veep lodges report against MIC chief, deputy for alleged defamation

Vigneswaran, however, calls the police report 'cheap publicity'.

MIC No 2: BN leaders will amicably resolve seat issues with Umno

MIC No 2: BN leaders will amicably resolve seat issues with Umno

Questions arise on MIC's traditional Cameron Highlands seat.
Ismail Sabri departs home after working visits to New York and Abu Dhabi

Ismail Sabri departs home after working visits to New York and Abu Dhabi

PM urges more action on climate change, food security. 
With 'cut-off date' near, PAS still hopes to unite Bersatu, Umno

With 'cut-off date' near, PAS still hopes to unite Bersatu, Umno

UPDATED 5.46PM | Tuan Ibrahim says there should be no ultimatum for PAS to choose.
Life expectancy now a year a shorter due to excess Covid-19 deaths

Life expectancy now a year a shorter due to excess Covid-19 deaths

Women may live 4.5 years longer than men, figures show. 
Ahmad Maslan: Rakyat will never forget 'suffering' under Harapan, PN

Ahmad Maslan: Rakyat will never forget 'suffering' under Harapan, PN

Umno leader cites Harapan's unfulfilled manifesto, Covid-19 emergency in PN's time.
ADUN SPEAKS | The opaque public university admission system

ADUN SPEAKS | The opaque public university admission system

Don’t let our best minds suffer due to structural inequality. 
State rep: Dozens of new Bukit Lagong quarries may worsen Kuang floods

State rep: Dozens of new Bukit Lagong quarries may worsen Kuang floods

Sallehudin urges state govt to halt quarry activities.
Bribery, power abuse cases in Penang worrying - MACC chief

Bribery, power abuse cases in Penang worrying - MACC chief

Azam Baki says MACC received 919 complaints from 2019 until now.
Temerloh cops deny alleged kidnapping case, call it 'misunderstanding'

Temerloh cops deny alleged kidnapping case, call it 'misunderstanding'

Woman who spread the news on FB apologises for the mistake. 
Guan Eng trial: Defence wants ‘more complete’ report of Zarul, Gnanaraja texts

Guan Eng trial: Defence wants ‘more complete’ report of Zarul, Gnanaraja texts

Lawyer says it is available in ongoing case in another court.
Myanmar court jails Suu Kyi, Australian economist for 3 years - source

Myanmar court jails Suu Kyi, Australian economist for 3 years - source

They have been convicted of violating an official secrets act. 
LETTER | Prioritise data analytics for better employability

LETTER | Prioritise data analytics for better employability

There are plenty of tutorial videos available to polish up this skill. 
Prosecution seeks increased jail time for Lokman in contempt case

Prosecution seeks increased jail time for Lokman in contempt case

Higher punishment needed to protect public interest, DPP says. 
2022-09-29

2022-09-29

The youths suggested improvisation to the voting system in Malaysia to increase voter turnout

The youths suggested improvisation to the voting system in Malaysia to increase voter turnout

10 debaters from all over Malaysia debated on the topic of “Should Malaysia Enforce Compulsory Voting?”
Traffic congestions outside Kelantan schools after child kidnapping rumours

Traffic congestions outside Kelantan schools after child kidnapping rumours

Schools beefing up security despite police's denial of such incidents. 
China signals no let-up in its aggressive diplomacy

China signals no let-up in its aggressive diplomacy

Several nations see China’s ‘Wolf Warrior’ stance negatively. 
Mentari Project - education for the urban poor

Mentari Project - education for the urban poor

Project provides tuition for children close to epicentre of 2001 racial riot.
Grammy-winning rapper Coolio dies in Los Angeles at 59

Grammy-winning rapper Coolio dies in Los Angeles at 59

His manager says he was found unresponsive at a friend's house.

Zahid: Don't take too long on Thomas' book

Zahid: Don't take too long on Thomas' book

Umno president also wants the investigation report declassified.
Bukit Dinding project's 2017 EIA report still valid, says developer

Bukit Dinding project's 2017 EIA report still valid, says developer

Residents contend contradictions leave room to misinterpret law.
LETTER | Parties showing authoritarian traits following anti-hopping law

LETTER | Parties showing authoritarian traits following anti-hopping law

Amanah and DAP using the law to stifle internal dissent. 
Stop viewing non-Muslims as political foes, Guan Eng tells PAS

Stop viewing non-Muslims as political foes, Guan Eng tells PAS

He says PAS should instead embrace non-Muslims as fellow Malaysians.
UiTM: Umno division chief only giving speech at student briefing

UiTM: Umno division chief only giving speech at student briefing

Varsity denies Simpang Renggam Umno division conducting the event. 
LETTER | Steps to reduce data leaks and tackle scams

LETTER | Steps to reduce data leaks and tackle scams

Data storage, access methods need to be updated, overhauled.
Political parties now see high value in artistes – association

Political parties now see high value in artistes – association

Artistes should champion the entertainment industry, apart from serving voters. 
Hurricane Ian pummels Florida's Gulf Coast with catastrophic fury

Hurricane Ian pummels Florida's Gulf Coast with catastrophic fury

Unknown number of people stranded in 'high-risk' evacuation zones.
PAS source: 30 winnable seats targeted, including 5 from Bersatu

PAS source: 30 winnable seats targeted, including 5 from Bersatu

Bersatu seats in contention were gained through defections.
COMMENT | Ronnie Liu wants God to save DAP

COMMENT | Ronnie Liu wants God to save DAP

Can DAP propagate democracy while stifling dissent within its fold? 
PM visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

PM visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

Ismail Sabri prays at one of world's largest mosques during UAE visit. 
Anwar ready to contest seat held by 'traitors' of Harapan

Anwar ready to contest seat held by 'traitors' of Harapan

He, however, has yet to decide on the specific seat. 
Two films in limbo after falling short on crowdfunding goal

Two films in limbo after falling short on crowdfunding goal

One will pull the plug, the other will forge ahead.
US readying fresh sanctions on Russia over annexation plans

US readying fresh sanctions on Russia over annexation plans

It also criticised Moscow’s ‘sham’ referendums in parts of Ukraine. 
Singapore food vendors launch first hawker centre in New York

Singapore food vendors launch first hawker centre in New York

It features 17 handpicked vendors with 11 coming directly from Singapore.
These 3 common home pests drive you crazy

These 3 common home pests drive you crazy

What are the most annoying pests at your home? Cockroaches? Ants? Mosquitoes or others? These creatures are a thousand times smaller than us but their presence still makes some of us fearful. Here are some traumatic experiences we might have encountered with these pests.
COMMENT | A life sentence, if not death penalty, for the corrupt?

COMMENT | A life sentence, if not death penalty, for the corrupt?

The corrupt bring untold misery to the people.  
Myanmar beauty queen lands in Canada after Thai airport limbo

Myanmar beauty queen lands in Canada after Thai airport limbo

Han Lay expresses relief after landing in Toronto but remains defiant of junta. 
Covid-19 (Sept 28): 2,445 new cases, 2 deaths

Covid-19 (Sept 28): 2,445 new cases, 2 deaths

More than half of new infections are in greater Klang Valley.
COMMENT | Disturbing questions over Najib’s ultra-luxury gifts

COMMENT | Disturbing questions over Najib’s ultra-luxury gifts

Court was told tycoons bought very expensive watches for the then PM.
YOURSAY | Bersatu vexed because PAS is ditching it for Umno

YOURSAY | Bersatu vexed because PAS is ditching it for Umno

‘Wan Saiful, you must be a very desperate man now…
As flood polls loom, Agong's discretionary powers may come into play

As flood polls loom, Agong's discretionary powers may come into play

Constitution's wording could decide if king has absolute discretion.
From rebel with two names to gender equality advocate

From rebel with two names to gender equality advocate

Nor Azrina Surip shares about balancing between being a mother and lawmaker.