Archive - 27 December 2022

PAS Youth: Taliban's move to ban women from universities is 'backward step'

PAS Youth: Taliban's move to ban women from universities is 'backward step'

It’s obligatory for all Muslims to seek knowledge under Islam, it says.

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PBM sacks Zuraida, 10 others

PBM sacks Zuraida, 10 others

UPDATED 9.55PM | Party also strips Haniza and Daroyah of their posts.

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Medical brain drain: Improve work environment for doctors, govt urged

Medical brain drain: Improve work environment for doctors, govt urged

Promotions and permanent posts must be given on merit, group says.

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India makes inroads into Sri Lanka under China's long shadow

India makes inroads into Sri Lanka under China's long shadow

It is seeking to land ambitious long-term investments in Sri Lanka.

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Japan to deploy missile defence unit in Yonaguni, near Taiwan – report

Japan to deploy missile defence unit in Yonaguni, near Taiwan – report

It is to reinforce defences of Japan’s southwestern islands.

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At least 20 reported dead as Rohingya boats land in Indonesia

At least 20 reported dead as Rohingya boats land in Indonesia

Many others are still adrift in the Indian Ocean, UNHCR says.

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COMMENT | You're very wrong Hadi, DAP represents all M'sians

COMMENT | You're very wrong Hadi, DAP represents all M'sians

Hadi will continue to conjure new lies and falsehoods to generate fear and hate.

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Burn marks among injuries found on boy who died of suspected abuse

Burn marks among injuries found on boy who died of suspected abuse

Police now probing the case under Penal Code for murder.

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Batik Air regrets flight delay, offers special vouchers to affected passengers

Batik Air regrets flight delay, offers special vouchers to affected passengers

We are also investigating the incident, it says.

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Police: Screenshot of racist comment is from an old case

Police: Screenshot of racist comment is from an old case

Perpetrator already charged in court, Noorsiah says.

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'Parties in SM Faisal's lawsuit against Caprice to discuss amicable settlement'

'Parties in SM Faisal's lawsuit against Caprice to discuss amicable settlement'

Case will continue in October next year if issue not settled.

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KL Tower shares transfer: Annuar says TM didn't need his permission

KL Tower shares transfer: Annuar says TM didn't need his permission

UPDATED 6.18PM | Ex-minister says public-listed company should answer why they didn't keep profit maker.

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Wee hopes for cheaper CNY airfares to East Malaysia

Wee hopes for cheaper CNY airfares to East Malaysia

Ex-minister says Mavcom and CAAM previously discussed with local carriers to add more flights.

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Construction of ECRL project affected by floods

Construction of ECRL project affected by floods

However, the flood has not caused a delay in the construction work.

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July 1 new date for micro businesses to pay RM1.5k minimum wage

July 1 new date for micro businesses to pay RM1.5k minimum wage

UPDATED 4.15PM | Sivakumar says the decision was made after taking into account stakeholders' views.

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Police probe into Batang Kali landslide 90pct completed

Police probe into Batang Kali landslide 90pct completed

Investigations now only involve examination of the crime scene, recordings of conversations.

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LETTER | Worry no more, Dr M - Anwar can do better than you

LETTER | Worry no more, Dr M - Anwar can do better than you

The former prime minister seems to have lost touch with reality.

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South Korea's former president Lee granted special pardon

South Korea's former president Lee granted special pardon

He has in recent years been suffering from poor health.

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Myanmar court to deliver final verdicts this week in Suu Kyi trials

Myanmar court to deliver final verdicts this week in Suu Kyi trials

The marathon proceedings have been condemned in the West as a sham.

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How do you know if you have heart failure or if it is getting worse?

How do you know if you have heart failure or if it is getting worse?

Find out the different aspect of cardiology in heart failure and advancement of angioplasty surgery in Malaysia

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MPAJ to revoke licence of restaurant with rat seen eating fried chicken

MPAJ to revoke licence of restaurant with rat seen eating fried chicken

Premises will be sealed if it continues to operate.

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Four-year-old boy dies after alleged abuse in Johor

Four-year-old boy dies after alleged abuse in Johor

Cops say he was hospitalised after fainting at a house in Batu Pahat.

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Muhyiddin: Don't block pro-PN independent preachers

Muhyiddin: Don't block pro-PN independent preachers

'This is their right in a democratic country.'

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Activist calls for inquiry into fatal elephant attack at Sabah wildlife park

Activist calls for inquiry into fatal elephant attack at Sabah wildlife park

Weaknesses in safety protocols need to be identified, if any, he says.

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COMMENT | Let us not blame the rats

COMMENT | Let us not blame the rats

Everyone has a responsibility in preventing rodent infestation.

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PODCAST | What is happening to the Bukit Lagong Forest Reserve?

PODCAST | What is happening to the Bukit Lagong Forest Reserve?

InsideKini | Low Choon Chyuan dissects the environmental and social impact of the quarries in the forest reserve.

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Twitter files: Successive US administrations suppressed content about Covid-19

Twitter files: Successive US administrations suppressed content about Covid-19

'Legitimate findings and questions that would have expanded the public debate went missing.'

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New chapter as Malaysia eases its Covid-19 curbs

New chapter as Malaysia eases its Covid-19 curbs

Most restrictions have been lifted even though pandemic not over yet.

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Taiwan to extend compulsory military service on China threat - source

Taiwan to extend compulsory military service on China threat - source

'China's various unilateral behaviours have become a major concern.'

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Orang Asli schoolkids' high dropout rate a never-ending concern

Orang Asli schoolkids' high dropout rate a never-ending concern

Educational gap between community's children and others remains high.

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LETTER | Our aging population needs serious govt attention too

LETTER | Our aging population needs serious govt attention too

Don't leave it to profit-making and profiteering market forces.

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Passengers stranded for 8 hours: Loke instructs Malindo to apologise

Passengers stranded for 8 hours: Loke instructs Malindo to apologise

Minister says the airline will be contacting all affected passengers.

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Give Anwar space, chance to lead country - deputy minister

Give Anwar space, chance to lead country - deputy minister

Malacca Harapan leader Adly says he is confident of PM's abilities.

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Covid-19 (Dec 26): 480 new cases, 4 deaths

Covid-19 (Dec 26): 480 new cases, 4 deaths

Active cases have not been this low in two years.

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Taiwan reports China's largest incursion yet to air defence zone

Taiwan reports China's largest incursion yet to air defence zone

Taipei reports 71 Chinese air force aircraft entered air defence zone.

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China to scrap Covid-19 quarantine rule for inbound travellers

China to scrap Covid-19 quarantine rule for inbound travellers

This is China's first major step in easing curbs on its borders.

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Number of flood evacuees drops in K'tan, Sabah, rises in S'wak

Number of flood evacuees drops in K'tan, Sabah, rises in S'wak

Situation in Terengganu unchanged.

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YOURSAY | Corruption scandals must not be forgotten

YOURSAY | Corruption scandals must not be forgotten

'Let's hope the cases are not swept under the carpet.'

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Largest CNY Plant Market, Bringing You All Types of Prosperity Plants This CNY

Largest CNY Plant Market, Bringing You All Types of Prosperity Plants This CNY

New year is coming, It’s time to add some green and “ONG” to your home.

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GLC reboot in the works

GLC reboot in the works

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about

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