Archive - 4 January 2023

Proposal to abolish pensions of cabinet members unreasonable - Anwar

Proposal to abolish pensions of cabinet members unreasonable - Anwar

PM says pension matters involve the Constitution and stakeholders must be consulted.
PM: Govt injects RM152.6m to complete patrol vessels

PM: Govt injects RM152.6m to complete patrol vessels

This is as Tabung Haji subsidiary facing major issues in completing it.
Volleyball coach who slapped players openly apologises

Volleyball coach who slapped players openly apologises

Saiful Hadee says he only intended to fire up and motivate players.
Dengue cases in 2022 rose by 150pct, death toll up 180pct from 2021

Dengue cases in 2022 rose by 150pct, death toll up 180pct from 2021

Health DG urges all to take the increase in cases seriously.
CM: Sabah's autonomy on developments will improve implementation

CM: Sabah's autonomy on developments will improve implementation

Hajiji says this will help cut down red tape.
DBKL presents RM2.6b budget for 2023

DBKL presents RM2.6b budget for 2023

It is 3.7pct less than last year's RM2.7b budget.
Woman gets leave to challenge govt's decision to deny citizenship

Woman gets leave to challenge govt's decision to deny citizenship

Home Ministry secretary-general, National Registration Department director-general are also respondents.
GRS ready to prove Sabah CM Hajiji's support

GRS ready to prove Sabah CM Hajiji's support

Coalition sec-gen says some are alleging he lost backing.
Myanmar junta to free more than 7,000 prisoners under amnesty

Myanmar junta to free more than 7,000 prisoners under amnesty

Junta chief praises some countries for maintaining support for his nation.
'Door always open' - Hamzah on PN returning to power with new allies

'Door always open' - Hamzah on PN returning to power with new allies

The PN sec-gen says working with BN not impossible.
Anwar's ex-aide at 7-Eleven helm contrary to good governance, says MP

Anwar's ex-aide at 7-Eleven helm contrary to good governance, says MP

Lawmaker says it's public knowledge that Farhash is close to the PM.
LETTER | Prevent the abuse of minors in sports

LETTER | Prevent the abuse of minors in sports

Understanding the educational value of sports for schoolchildren.
'Not clad in winter clothes': Ismail's sartorial defence to 'London Move'

'Not clad in winter clothes': Ismail's sartorial defence to 'London Move'

Ex-PM claims he is a victim of slander by those who have 'no regard for sin'.
Factbox: Countries mandate Covid-19 tests for China travellers, EU to discuss

Factbox: Countries mandate Covid-19 tests for China travellers, EU to discuss

Many nations have tightened border controls in anticipation of Chinese travellers.
China pledges 'final victory' over Covid-19 as outbreak raises global alarm

China pledges 'final victory' over Covid-19 as outbreak raises global alarm

Beijing rebuts criticism of its three-year zero-Covid policy.
Philippine minister accuses senior police of involvement in drugs trade

Philippine minister accuses senior police of involvement in drugs trade

Abalos appeals to them to restore trust in anti-narcotics operations.
Exco: Only 1.8pct in Johor given second booster against Covid-19

Exco: Only 1.8pct in Johor given second booster against Covid-19

Ling Tian Soon says vaccination can be done on a walk-in or appointment basis.
Continuous rain warning for Kelantan, Terengganu on Jan 6-7

Continuous rain warning for Kelantan, Terengganu on Jan 6-7

A previous warning for some areas in Sabah and Sarawak has ended.
MyIPO Grants Innov8tif Patent: Secured Method for Authenticating ID Documents

MyIPO Grants Innov8tif Patent: Secured Method for Authenticating ID Documents

This patented technology enables users to capture images of their Malaysian ID documents using mobile devices with and without flash.
'Police questioning should be carried out in rooms equipped with CCTV'

'Police questioning should be carried out in rooms equipped with CCTV'

This is to prevent police misconduct, says ex-Suhakam commissioner.
Green Party: Expedite probe into Bukit Lagong quarry controversy

Green Party: Expedite probe into Bukit Lagong quarry controversy

'Right time for PM to eliminate alleged corruption in Selangor.
PM: Sabah, S'wak to decide on local projects valued at less than RM50m

PM: Sabah, S'wak to decide on local projects valued at less than RM50m

UPDATED 3.07PM | New special allocation figure will also be discussed with both CMs.
Govt to tighten Covid-19 health checks on incoming travellers

Govt to tighten Covid-19 health checks on incoming travellers

Health more important than tourism, economy, says Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Pos Brooke Orang Asli in fear of elephant attack

Pos Brooke Orang Asli in fear of elephant attack

The mammal has been destroying their crops since Saturday.
Police: No reports of push-pocket, extortion activities in hotspot areas

Police: No reports of push-pocket, extortion activities in hotspot areas

Viral message in 2016 is being recirculated, cops say.
Sexual misconduct suit against Anwar: April 7 hearing of Yusoff’s appeal

Sexual misconduct suit against Anwar: April 7 hearing of Yusoff’s appeal

The appeal is to remove parts of Anwar’s statement of defence.
Waterco Malaysia enabling more than 150 Orang Asli families to receive access to clean and safe water

Waterco Malaysia enabling more than 150 Orang Asli families to receive access to clean and safe water

Eight Orang Asli villages in Pekan, Rompin, and Bera districts benefited from access to clean water installed by Waterco Malaysia.
Rafizi: Economic policies take time to bear fruit

Rafizi: Economic policies take time to bear fruit

People can judge his performance as a minister after five years, he says.

Lawyer seeks to clear family of remaining charges in domestic worker death

Lawyer seeks to clear family of remaining charges in domestic worker death

Mother acquitted of murder, DNAA hangs over daughter in Adelina Lisao case.

Big Blue Taxi Service founder charged with cheating

Big Blue Taxi Service founder charged with cheating

This is over luxury car sale and use of 'Datuk' title.
LETTER | The culture of free lunches must stop

LETTER | The culture of free lunches must stop

Locals can surely afford to pay for public transport services. 
Bella abuse case: Court orders two-day stay of Siti Bainun’s trial

Bella abuse case: Court orders two-day stay of Siti Bainun’s trial

She will not need to enter her defence this week.
Man held for driving against traffic flow on Second Link Bridge

Man held for driving against traffic flow on Second Link Bridge

The man was found to be under the influence of alcohol.
Nippon Paint Crowns Two Design Champions During The 2022 AYDA Awards

Nippon Paint Crowns Two Design Champions During The 2022 AYDA Awards

Young Hui Qi and Zachary Ding Tok to represent Malaysia in final competition against 15 other regions for the ‘Asia Young Designer of the Year’ title which will open their doors to Harvard
Fahmi wants DNB to explain 5G figures claim

Fahmi wants DNB to explain 5G figures claim

'MCMC has not yet verified this information,' says the minister.
Berjaya Sompo partners with Yayasan Generasi Gemilang to reach out to B40 communities through outreach programs

Berjaya Sompo partners with Yayasan Generasi Gemilang to reach out to B40 communities through outreach programs

Berjaya Sompo and Generasi Gemilang have also organised an education mentoring session for children to experience inclusive learning opportunities.
Insightful monologues by new writers in 'Her Story' and 'His Story'

Insightful monologues by new writers in 'Her Story' and 'His Story'

A project started during the pandemic is set to hit the stage.
Analyst: Hard to dismiss 'PN tsunami' effect in short term

Analyst: Hard to dismiss 'PN tsunami' effect in short term

The changes brought by Anwar's govt may help, but it takes time.
Ministry to continue probing volleyball coach despite apology - Yeoh

Ministry to continue probing volleyball coach despite apology - Yeoh

'It's about a precedent we are setting for the next generation.'
Covid-19 (Jan 3): 333 new cases, 1 death

Covid-19 (Jan 3): 333 new cases, 1 death

Active cases are on a downtrend. 
YOURSAY | Equal allocations? Surely, you joke

YOURSAY | Equal allocations? Surely, you joke

'Politicians have been using public funds to further their own agenda for ages.'
Most EU countries back Covid pre-departure testing for flights from China

Most EU countries back Covid pre-departure testing for flights from China

This comes as Beijing plans to lift travel restrictions on its citizens.
Youth ministry rallying gamers to join survey for policy crafting

Youth ministry rallying gamers to join survey for policy crafting

Minister Yeoh says this will ensure efforts are data-driven.
Minister Tiong King Sing resigns from timber company

Minister Tiong King Sing resigns from timber company

He was Timberwell Berhad's executive director and managing director.
Bad cops

Bad cops

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