Archive - 16 December 2022

Mahathir resigns as Pejuang chairperson

Mahathir resigns as Pejuang chairperson

No reason given for the move. 
MPs voting against govt motions will lose seats under cooperation pact

MPs voting against govt motions will lose seats under cooperation pact

This is stipulated in the agreement the coalitions in govt signed today. 
Govt to spend RM10.76b subsidising electricity for domestic, SME users

Govt to spend RM10.76b subsidising electricity for domestic, SME users

However, MNCs will face 20 sen/kWh surcharge. 
Floods: Over 2,000 still at relief centres across 6 states

Floods: Over 2,000 still at relief centres across 6 states

As of 4pm, Kelantan has the highest number of evacuees at 2,006.  
Police arrest man for insulting Agong over PM appointment

Police arrest man for insulting Agong over PM appointment

33-year-old has been remanded for 3 days over his Facebook posting.
Pengurusan Harta Melalui Hibah: Adakah Perlu

Pengurusan Harta Melalui Hibah: Adakah Perlu

Suhakam expresses alarm over Saifuddin's views on Sosma

Suhakam expresses alarm over Saifuddin's views on Sosma

Commission is concerned over lack of judicial oversight for arrest, detention under Sosma. 
Ex-plantation workers in S'gor seek intervention to stop their eviction

Ex-plantation workers in S'gor seek intervention to stop their eviction

Those affected have lived in the five estates for more than three generations.
Pacifist Japan unveils unprecedented US$320b military build-up

Pacifist Japan unveils unprecedented US$320b military build-up

Sweeping five-year plan includes cyber warfare, US cooperation.
LETTER | Batang Kali landslide: Establish RCI to investigate it

LETTER | Batang Kali landslide: Establish RCI to investigate it

Those responsible for the tragedy must be brought to book. 
COMMENT | All of us, together, will make Malaysia arise!

COMMENT | All of us, together, will make Malaysia arise!

And Malaysia has a commendable leader in PM Anwar Ibrahim.
Anwar, party leaders sign ‘historic’ agreement

Anwar, party leaders sign ‘historic’ agreement

UPDATED 5.30PM | Cooperation is about providing good governance and developing economy, PM says. 
Giving Businesses a New Lease on Life with Boost

Giving Businesses a New Lease on Life with Boost

In dire need to survive, thousands of business owners looked for much needed capital to keep their lights on and make ends meet. Boost Credit, with its signature ‘Capital’ loan product, was one such company that answered this clarion call. 
Lotus’s is bringing Every Day SMART Delights to the Aman Central neighbourhood

Lotus’s is bringing Every Day SMART Delights to the Aman Central neighbourhood

Bringing Every Day SMART Delights to the neighbourhood community

Poland's Marciniak to referee World Cup final

Poland's Marciniak to referee World Cup final

He will be the first Pole to referee a World Cup final. 
Portugal coach Santos leaves job after World Cup exit

Portugal coach Santos leaves job after World Cup exit

This comes after Portugal shocking defeat at the hands of Morocco. 
IRB appeals against kidney foundation’s tax-exempt status legal bid

IRB appeals against kidney foundation’s tax-exempt status legal bid

Tax authority attempts to quash High Court’s leave application granted to foundation. 
Sosma: Govt willing to discuss, provide more information to NGOs

Sosma: Govt willing to discuss, provide more information to NGOs

We want give accurate information about the law, deputy home minister says. 
Deadly landslide: S'gor urged to reconsider Genting development

Deadly landslide: S'gor urged to reconsider Genting development

Commercial, tourism development may have dire impact, Peka says.
Genting landslides a recurring issue, last was days ago

Genting landslides a recurring issue, last was days ago

Environmentalist cautions this won't be last landslide in the area.
Two ex-MPs join PM as political secretaries

Two ex-MPs join PM as political secretaries

Shamsul Iskandar and Chan Ming Kai’s appointments took effect on Dec 1. 
'Cancelling hall for PN banquet not political decision'

'Cancelling hall for PN banquet not political decision'

Original application used an individual's name, Pahang Umno says.
Authorities visit AirAsia over alleged data breach

Authorities visit AirAsia over alleged data breach

I don’t want personal data to be compromised anymore, Fahmi says. 
Govt agrees to allow temporary import of chicken eggs

Govt agrees to allow temporary import of chicken eggs

Decision will be reviewed once local supply stabilises, ministry says. 
Twitter suspends journalists, Musk cites 'doxxing' of jet

Twitter suspends journalists, Musk cites 'doxxing' of jet

Ban on publishing personal information applies to all, Elon says.
'Promise, I quit as logging firm director' - deputy environment minister

'Promise, I quit as logging firm director' - deputy environment minister

Various quarters questioned GPS leader Huang Tiong Sii’s appointment.
Good news about telcos awaits B40, M40 groups this Christmas – Fahmi

Good news about telcos awaits B40, M40 groups this Christmas – Fahmi

This involves mainly internet and phone charges, he says. 
LETTER | Can Zahid’s moves to remain as Umno president be justified?

LETTER | Can Zahid’s moves to remain as Umno president be justified?

Stability of Anwar’s government prevails over Umno’s politics. 
COMMENT | A tale of two Malaysias

COMMENT | A tale of two Malaysias

Malays must decide which Islam they want for Malaysia.
Batang Kali landslide: Anwar shocked, to visit site

Batang Kali landslide: Anwar shocked, to visit site

He advises ministers who visit to not disrupt SAR operations.

UEM Sunrise partners with CapitaLand Development of Singapore to develop new industrial phases in Nusajaya Tech Park

UEM Sunrise partners with CapitaLand Development of Singapore to develop new industrial phases in Nusajaya Tech Park

UEM Sunrise’s indirect wholly owned subsidiary, Nusajaya Rise Sdn Bhd entered into sale and purchase agreements with Nusajaya Tech Park Sdn Bhd, a joint venture company owned by UEM Land Berhad and Ascendas Land (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; an indirect subsidiary of CapitaLand Development of Singapore for the sale of its lands in Gerbang Nusajaya, Iskandar Puteri, Johor of approximately 94.9 hectares or 234.5 acres for a total consideration of RM289.2 million.
McDonald’s Malaysia Batu Kawan Drive-Thru Restaurant fosters local employment and promotes economic growth

McDonald’s Malaysia Batu Kawan Drive-Thru Restaurant fosters local employment and promotes economic growth

Giving back to the community remains a key commitment for McDonald’s Malaysia
Van Gogh Alive in KL

Van Gogh Alive in KL

Immersive multi-sensory exhibition landed in KL.
Cats in Love releases debut single a 17-year-long wait

Cats in Love releases debut single a 17-year-long wait

Formed in 2004, this Malaysian band is finally marking its first release.
MACC raids 8 GLCs, 9 companies over misappropriation claims

MACC raids 8 GLCs, 9 companies over misappropriation claims

This is over allegations of government funds worth RM92.5 billion being mismanaged.

Does Moving Cause You Pain Or Discomfort?

Does Moving Cause You Pain Or Discomfort?

Daehan Rehabilitation Hospital Putrajaya advocates rehabilitation to help you lead a pain-free and empowering life. 
Covid-19 (Dec 15): 1,161 new cases, 3 deaths

Covid-19 (Dec 15): 1,161 new cases, 3 deaths

More deaths reported in December than in the whole of October.
Altantuya murder: Court orders govt to pay RM5m to family

Altantuya murder: Court orders govt to pay RM5m to family

UPDATED 1.02PM | Verdict comes 15 years after civil action filed.
Progressing to University: A self-discovery journey

Progressing to University: A self-discovery journey

The SACE International (SACEi) programme offers a brighter future for youth.

COMMENT | Pads, periods, and all that's within

COMMENT | Pads, periods, and all that's within

New generation no longer views menstruation as taboo.
Batang Kali tragedy: No decision to form investigation committee yet - PM

Batang Kali tragedy: No decision to form investigation committee yet - PM

Anwar will wait for preliminary reports from all agencies involved first. 
Two-thirds support in Parliament for Anwar is vital, says analyst

Two-thirds support in Parliament for Anwar is vital, says analyst

The motion of confidence in the PM will be tabled this Monday.
Wildlife photographer documents potential losses at Bukit Lagong

Wildlife photographer documents potential losses at Bukit Lagong

Recording wildlife in case we fail to protect the forests, says Rosli.
YOURSAY | Don't jump on populist bandwagon over Sosma

YOURSAY | Don't jump on populist bandwagon over Sosma

'Allow holistic discourse, give national security a chance.'
Van Gogh ‘alive’ in Kuala Lumpur

Van Gogh ‘alive’ in Kuala Lumpur

Immersive exhibition celebrates life and work of famous painter.
Police record statements on alleged abuse at motivational camp in Serdang

Police record statements on alleged abuse at motivational camp in Serdang

The statements from 16 individuals include three camp organisers.
Anwar confident in 'confidence'

Anwar confident in 'confidence'

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