Archive - 25 November 2022

LETTER | The fear of celebrating victory in Malaysia

LETTER | The fear of celebrating victory in Malaysia

Jubilant occasion marked by police roadblocks in the country.
Indonesians pray outdoors after deadly quake destroys town

Indonesians pray outdoors after deadly quake destroys town

Muslim cleric Muhamad Jamhur led a congregation in prayer in an outdoor volleyball court
N Sembilan presents RM550m Budget 2023 with RM450m revenue

N Sembilan presents RM550m Budget 2023 with RM450m revenue

Deficit budget still within capacity of state's cash reserves - MB.
Industry players urge new govt to address multiple challenges

Industry players urge new govt to address multiple challenges

Palm oil, shipping, IT, SME industries state their wants.
KTMB union hopes Loke will be transport minister

KTMB union hopes Loke will be transport minister

Loke's appointment will benefit public transport - union.
Selangor govt tables RM2.45b budget for 2023

Selangor govt tables RM2.45b budget for 2023

Budget comprises RM1.25b operating, RM1.2b development expenditure.
World Cup: Argentina tribute to Maradona on death anniversary

World Cup: Argentina tribute to Maradona on death anniversary

Maradona died aged 60 on Nov 25, 2020
Selangor announces special financial aid, civil servant incentive

Selangor announces special financial aid, civil servant incentive

Two-and-a-half-month salary to qualified civil servants.
Ringgit stays at 2-month high versus greenback

Ringgit stays at 2-month high versus greenback

Ringgit's performance on expectation of slower US interest rate hike.
Sabah backs unity govt for stability, people's wellbeing

Sabah backs unity govt for stability, people's wellbeing

Bung welcomes any party in Sabah to join unity govt.
PODCAST | Anwar Ibrahim is PM - What's next?

PODCAST | Anwar Ibrahim is PM - What's next?

InsideKini | We sat down with assistant editor, Zikri Kamarulzaman, to discuss the outcome of GE15 and what we can expect from Anwar’s administration.
Sabah govt tables surplus Budget 2023

Sabah govt tables surplus Budget 2023

Estimated revenue is RM5.268b, expenditure RM5.138b.
S'gor govt allocates RM16.1m for flood mitigation projects next year

S'gor govt allocates RM16.1m for flood mitigation projects next year

State Irrigation and Drainage Dept will carry out the work - MB.
Connect and master knowledge from renowned speakers and experts at NHCCE 2022!

Connect and master knowledge from renowned speakers and experts at NHCCE 2022!

The National Human Capital Conference & Exhibition (NHCCE) 2022 is BACK!

Ban on political party flags during Malaysia Cup final

Ban on political party flags during Malaysia Cup final

FAM warns of stern action against anyone found flaunting the ban. 
Six sworn in as Perlis exco members before Raja of Perlis

Six sworn in as Perlis exco members before Raja of Perlis

Four PAS and two Bersatu reps took their oaths at Istana Arau.
Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday

Workers can take replacement for public holiday on Monday

Private sector employers are required to discuss with their workers.
Trimming down cabinet won’t affect civil servants - Aziz Bari

Trimming down cabinet won’t affect civil servants - Aziz Bari

This is made clear to Cuepacs by the DAP assemblyperson.
S'gor Budget 2023: Unity ambassador programme to get RM300k funding

S'gor Budget 2023: Unity ambassador programme to get RM300k funding

The programme is to advocate unity spirit, harmony among S'gor folk. 
Unity govt: PN confirms rejection of Anwar’s offer, hints at CSA

Unity govt: PN confirms rejection of Anwar’s offer, hints at CSA

UPDATED 5.40PM | 'PN is ready to pioneer other forms of cooperation with govt,' says Muhyiddin. 
PM not considering holding finance minister post 'at the moment'

PM not considering holding finance minister post 'at the moment'

Anwar to look at all possibilities before making a decision.
Padang Serai by-election 'an opportunity for Umno to rise back'

Padang Serai by-election 'an opportunity for Umno to rise back'

We can struggle and win this by-election, declares Shahril Hamdan.
LETTER | What PM10 already scores for Malaysia

LETTER | What PM10 already scores for Malaysia

Malaysians will certainly stand by him.
LETTER | G25 hopes for better future in Malaysia

LETTER | G25 hopes for better future in Malaysia

We wish Anwar all the best in forming govt that meets rakyat's aspirations. 
Najib’s defamation suit against ex-AG to be heard next year

Najib’s defamation suit against ex-AG to be heard next year

The suit is over allegations linked to Altantuya's murder.
Friday sermons call for love, reconciliation

Friday sermons call for love, reconciliation

Muslims are urged to go against hatred, refrain from threatening others.
PM's top five problems

PM's top five problems

Anwar will need to sort out unity cabinet, budget and by-elections among others. 
PM Lee invites Anwar to Singapore

PM Lee invites Anwar to Singapore

I look forward to strengthening Malaysia-Singapore ties, Lee adds. 
Muhyiddin concedes, alludes to PN as opposition 'check and balance'

Muhyiddin concedes, alludes to PN as opposition 'check and balance'

UPDATED 1.35PM | 'PN will continue its crusade for the well-being of the people.'
Anwar in process of reducing cabinet, cutting ministers' pay

Anwar in process of reducing cabinet, cutting ministers' pay

UPDATED 1.45PM | PM will refer to each coalition partner for list of cabinet candidates. 
Anwar: GRS will join unity govt, we now have two-thirds majority

Anwar: GRS will join unity govt, we now have two-thirds majority

UPDATED 1.25PM | New govt can focus on work now, says PM.
LETTER | Muhyiddin should reveal names of 115 MPs backing him

LETTER | Muhyiddin should reveal names of 115 MPs backing him

Muhyiddin should be the one doing this instead of asking Anwar. 
Anwar begins work as PM after polarising election

Anwar begins work as PM after polarising election

'We will never compromise on good governance.'
M'sia looks forward to working closely with India - PM

M'sia looks forward to working closely with India - PM

Anwar responds to Modi's congratulatory message. 
LETTER | Malaysians must unite and forge ahead

LETTER | Malaysians must unite and forge ahead

We need solid policies to mitigate effects of a looming recession. 
COMMENT | From political prisoner to PM; but Anwar faces bumpy ride ahead

COMMENT | From political prisoner to PM; but Anwar faces bumpy ride ahead

Is there a mechanism in place to stop power-hungry politicians?
Ringgit extends gains against greenback

Ringgit extends gains against greenback

Ringgit rises by 0.38pct against US dollar at opening today.
Richarlison turns on style as silky Brazil sees off Serbia

Richarlison turns on style as silky Brazil sees off Serbia

He scores two second-half goals, including a spectacular overhead kick.
Japan's Doan delights in shutting up patronising Germans

Japan's Doan delights in shutting up patronising Germans

Some Germans have said it would be an easy game against Japan.
Court strikes out Najib’s wrongful prosecution suit against ex-AG

Court strikes out Najib’s wrongful prosecution suit against ex-AG

UPDATED 12.55PM | Najib’s lawsuit against Thomas involves 4 ongoing criminal cases. 
PAS finally concedes, will consider 'offer from PM'

PAS finally concedes, will consider 'offer from PM'

UPDATED 11.05AM | Party also congratulates Anwar on his appointment.
No party polls during Umno general assembly next month

No party polls during Umno general assembly next month

Razlan says it will be held within 6 months after the general assembly.
Ronaldo relishes 'beautiful moment' with new World Cup record

Ronaldo relishes 'beautiful moment' with new World Cup record

He helps Portugal to a 3-2 victory over Ghana.
Qataris wear pro-Palestinian armbands amid World Cup symbol row

Qataris wear pro-Palestinian armbands amid World Cup symbol row

They don black-and-white design of the keffiyeh scarf. 
UK restricts Chinese cameras in govt buildings over security fears

UK restricts Chinese cameras in govt buildings over security fears

It comes after lawmakers called for ban on security cameras by Hikvision, Dahua. 
COMMENT | Finally, it’s your turn now, Anwar

COMMENT | Finally, it’s your turn now, Anwar

Here are 10 suggestions I have for you. I hope they are useful.
LETTER | Let GE15 be the dawn of a new day for Malaysia’s democracy

LETTER | Let GE15 be the dawn of a new day for Malaysia’s democracy

Perikatan Nasional should act as check and balance for Anwar’s government. 
Selangor assembly unanimously passes anti-party hopping law

Selangor assembly unanimously passes anti-party hopping law

This will bring back confidence to voters, assemblyperson says. 

COMMENT | Anwar's long walk to Putrajaya

COMMENT | Anwar's long walk to Putrajaya

For the new PM, treacherous waters lie ahead
LETTER | Long live democracy!

LETTER | Long live democracy!

Anwar must continue with reforms that started in 2018. 
POST-GE15 DAY 6 | Harapan leaders visit Prime Minister's Office

POST-GE15 DAY 6 | Harapan leaders visit Prime Minister's Office

Amanah, DAP, Upko chiefs visit Anwar in Putrajaya.
COMMENT | Fighting our own worst enemy

COMMENT | Fighting our own worst enemy

Leaving race and religion out of a unity govt.
YOURSAY | Anwar inherits a divided nation, it's time for healing

YOURSAY | Anwar inherits a divided nation, it's time for healing

'Division along racial and religious lines must end.'
COMMENT | How will GPS work with Harapan?

COMMENT | How will GPS work with Harapan?

Let's hope they will both forge genuine cooperation for nation's sake. 
COMMENT | A divided electorate: Preliminary analysis on ethnic voting

COMMENT | A divided electorate: Preliminary analysis on ethnic voting

Harapan and PN had deficits in representing all groups across communities.
LETTER | Patriot congratulates our 10th prime minister

LETTER | Patriot congratulates our 10th prime minister 

The time has arrived to re-wire our nation for the better.
Barbarian Invasion: A tale of motherhood with a martial arts twist

Barbarian Invasion: A tale of motherhood with a martial arts twist

The film deals with a woman's trials in juggling her son and acting career. 
Anwar's appointment as PM brings pride to family, friends and residents

Anwar's appointment as PM brings pride to family, friends and residents

We're all grateful, eldest brother Idrus says in Cheruk Tok Kun.
Anwar appointed, Muhyiddin disappointed

Anwar appointed, Muhyiddin disappointed

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