Archive - 12 November 2022

Biden says US-Asean pact to address 'biggest issues of our time'

Biden says US-Asean pact to address 'biggest issues of our time'

US attempts to assert its commitment following uncertainty under Donald Trump. 

Approval for RM2b flood mitigation project done by the book - Zafrul

Approval for RM2b flood mitigation project done by the book - Zafrul

Lodge report with MACC if you have proof of irregularities, he tells Rafizi. 
Increase in number of flood victims in Kelantan, Penang, Malacca

Increase in number of flood victims in Kelantan, Penang, Malacca

People still worry as rainy season persists.
Muhyiddin: I'm proud to be called ‘Father of MCO’

Muhyiddin: I'm proud to be called ‘Father of MCO’

Movement control saved lives during Covid-19 outbreak, he says. 
Kok Leong makes history with World Snooker Championships 2022 win

Kok Leong makes history with World Snooker Championships 2022 win

He is the first Malaysian to win the coveted title. 
Enact comprehensive disaster management system – Kelantan Ruler

Enact comprehensive disaster management system – Kelantan Ruler

Sultan urges state government to study the need for Lebir Dam.
'GPS ready to partner with any coalition for a stable gov't'

'GPS ready to partner with any coalition for a stable gov't'

We must form a stable government for people, Alexander says. 

LCS issue not ignored by govt - Ismail Sabri

LCS issue not ignored by govt - Ismail Sabri

Actions have been taken against alleged perpetrators, he says. 
Sabah PAS pledges support for BN's Beluran candidate

Sabah PAS pledges support for BN's Beluran candidate

This pits Sabah PAS against state Bersatu candidate, Ronald Kiandee.
Zahid withdraws appeal to obtain recorded statements of witnesses from MACC

Zahid withdraws appeal to obtain recorded statements of witnesses from MACC

Case will resume on Jan 16. 
COMMENT | Show me the money! Preying on vulnerability in GE15

COMMENT | Show me the money! Preying on vulnerability in GE15

Many of not recovered from the pandemic, and parties are exploiting it.
Dr M: Blame Muhyiddin, Hamzah, Azmin for Anwar not becoming PM

Dr M: Blame Muhyiddin, Hamzah, Azmin for Anwar not becoming PM

Anwar also ‘pushed’ several MPs to Muhyiddin’s arms, he alleges. 
Don’t underrate Malays’ wisdom in choosing leaders, DAP candidates tell Hadi

Don’t underrate Malays’ wisdom in choosing leaders, DAP candidates tell Hadi

Promote policies instead of using racial sentiments while campaigning, they say. 

BN hot-air balloon: Now you see it, now you don't

BN hot-air balloon: Now you see it, now you don't

It was removed quickly as it had no permit.
Ukraine minister urges Asean to stop Russian 'hunger games'

Ukraine minister urges Asean to stop Russian 'hunger games'

Russia’s war is worsening global food crisis, he says. 
Kg Baru land issues main focus of Titiwangsa candidates

Kg Baru land issues main focus of Titiwangsa candidates

Aspiring candidates share ideas on how they would resolve it for residents. 
China's Covid-19 infections reach peak since late April

China's Covid-19 infections reach peak since late April

Nearly 12k cases have been reported by officials.
COMMENT | GE15 manifestos reveal promising institutional reforms

COMMENT | GE15 manifestos reveal promising institutional reforms

It's progress towards strengthening multiparty democracy. 
Former mentor and protege face off in Hulu Terengganu

Former mentor and protege face off in Hulu Terengganu

PN's Rosol Wahid is defending his seat against BN's Rozi Mamat.
Umno confident of defeating Muhyiddin in his Pagoh stronghold

Umno confident of defeating Muhyiddin in his Pagoh stronghold

Ahmad Shabery Cheek claims PN and Bersatu are losing support among voters.
Wee: LRT signalling, communication system in good condition

Wee: LRT signalling, communication system in good condition

Train service could resume soon, he says. 
'Try tying a coconut around your stomach' - Sik candidate blasts Kedah MB

'Try tying a coconut around your stomach' - Sik candidate blasts Kedah MB

UPDATED 3.54PM | Harapan's Latifah says women made tougher, can carry children.
Annuar: BN shouldn't be overconfident of winning GE15

Annuar: BN shouldn't be overconfident of winning GE15

Minister believes coalition faces an uphill battle against opponents.
April data leak makes rounds again, with EC breach in focus

April data leak makes rounds again, with EC breach in focus

UPDATED 10.26PM | Data including 800k pictures of voters with MyKad on sale.
For East Timor president, Asean membership a lifelong dream

For East Timor president, Asean membership a lifelong dream

Jose Ramos-Horta first thought of it as a budding diplomat in 70s.
COMMENT | Does asset declaration by candidates make any difference?

COMMENT | Does asset declaration by candidates make any difference?

Transparency is key, and how wealth was amassed rather than how much.
GTA will not work with BN, PN and Harapan after GE15 - Dr M

GTA will not work with BN, PN and Harapan after GE15 - Dr M

GTA is open to cooperating with parties from Sabah, S'wak and independent reps. 
MAS steps up domestic flight frequency, capacity ahead of GE15

MAS steps up domestic flight frequency, capacity ahead of GE15

The airline is also offering various discounts for travellers.
Khairy wants to 'cleanse' Umno, bring it back to former glory

Khairy wants to 'cleanse' Umno, bring it back to former glory

He says party has gone astray and needs to be corrected.
Clarify scope of fake news task force, CIJ urges govt

Clarify scope of fake news task force, CIJ urges govt

CIJ wants to know how govt will prevent arbitrary use of task force. 
Asset declaration after cabinet appointment is BN's way - KJ

Asset declaration after cabinet appointment is BN's way - KJ

Sungai Buloh candidate says all parties have a different take on it.
Tuan Ibrahim: Rafizi's 'expose' failed to implicate me in RM2b scandal

Tuan Ibrahim: Rafizi's 'expose' failed to implicate me in RM2b scandal

PAS leader says Rafizi's statements 'clearly slanderous in nature'.
COMMENT | Inclusivity - yet another election buzzword

COMMENT | Inclusivity - yet another election buzzword

Politicians are prone to gimmicks, making lofty promises impossible to keep. 
Ex-Goldman banker Ng sues ex-boss Leissner for US$130 million

Ex-Goldman banker Ng sues ex-boss Leissner for US$130 million

Ng, who was convicted over 1MDB involvement, alleges fraud by Leissner.
'I'm not hard up for positions' - Zuraida on quitting as minister to join PBM

'I'm not hard up for positions' - Zuraida on quitting as minister to join PBM

Her priority is on her grassroots supporters, she said.
Ukrainian troops met with joy in Kherson as Russia abandons biggest prize

Ukrainian troops met with joy in Kherson as Russia abandons biggest prize

Residents remaining in liberated areas met troops with fanfare.
Musk halts Twitter's coveted blue check amid proliferation of imposters

Musk halts Twitter's coveted blue check amid proliferation of imposters

The flip-flop is part of a chaotic two weeks since Musk took over Twitter.
Straw poll: Azmin vs Amir in Gombak may come down to the wire

Straw poll: Azmin vs Amir in Gombak may come down to the wire

While some feel betrayed by Azmin, others say it is inconsequential to their vote.
Bolivia census protests hit turbulent three-week milestone, strike continues

Bolivia census protests hit turbulent three-week milestone, strike continues

Authorities say 4 have been killed, more than 170 injured.
COMMENT | Are we condemned to more of the same?

COMMENT | Are we condemned to more of the same?

Late Lee Kuan Yew’s wisdom sheds light on what ails Malaysia. 
DAY 8 | Titiwangsa: Johari declines Khalid's debate challenge

DAY 8 | Titiwangsa: Johari declines Khalid's debate challenge

I rather debate Anwar or Rafizi, he says. 
LETTER | What stand do the political coalitions have on corruption?

LETTER | What stand do the political coalitions have on corruption?

Why the silence on NACP, which Mahathir launched in 2019?
Independent candidate in Tenom joins KDM

Independent candidate in Tenom joins KDM

Riduan Rubin will be supported by KDM’s election machinery, Peter Anthony says. 
Two years after Tanjung Piai by-election, Jeck Seng still the local favourite

Two years after Tanjung Piai by-election, Jeck Seng still the local favourite

However, Jeck Seng remains cautious due to rise in young voters. 
PotboyMart has turned its 11.11 Mega Sales into a Carnival and attracted more than 150,000 customers.

PotboyMart has turned its 11.11 Mega Sales into a Carnival and attracted more than 150,000 customers.

PotboyMart saw a huge success with their 11.11 Mega Sales campaign happening yesterday. Over 150,000 customers got into the queue as early as 9 p.m. 
COMMENT | The one reason why we must vote on Nov 19

COMMENT | The one reason why we must vote on Nov 19

'We, the People’ are far better than any elected govt.
Covid-19 (Nov 11): 3,245 new cases, 4 deaths

Covid-19 (Nov 11): 3,245 new cases, 4 deaths

Active cases are up 7.4 percent compared to 14 days ago.
Ex-top civil servant makes electoral debut, wants to cut wastage

Ex-top civil servant makes electoral debut, wants to cut wastage

Zainal Azman is seeking to streamline process between enacting and implementing policies.
YOURSAY | Malays should be told truth about ‘special rights’

YOURSAY | Malays should be told truth about ‘special rights’

‘The original aim was to do away with the notion of permanent privileges.’
Land and water woes among key issues for Kelantan voters

Land and water woes among key issues for Kelantan voters

PAS-led state government failed to address the matter, they say.