Archive - 5 January 2023

Ismail Sabri obtains court injunction against Lokman

Ismail Sabri obtains court injunction against Lokman

The former premier is suing Lokman for defamation over several videos.
PN to discuss seat allocation for state polls before CNY - Gerakan

PN to discuss seat allocation for state polls before CNY - Gerakan

Dominic Lau expects the state elections to be held in May after Raya.
Shafie's presser turns into 'tea party' amid coup plot speculation

Shafie's presser turns into 'tea party' amid coup plot speculation

Speculation is over the ousting of the GRS-led Sabah govt and CM.
China's Covid data shows no new variant - but deaths under-reported

China's Covid data shows no new variant - but deaths under-reported

Global unease spiralled after Beijing reversed its 'zero Covid' policy - WHO.
Israel frees one of longest-serving Palestinian prisoners after 40 years

Israel frees one of longest-serving Palestinian prisoners after 40 years

Israel’s interior minister calls for ex-prisoner’s Israeli citizenship to be stripped. 
Batang Kali-Genting Highlands road reopening tomorrow evening

Batang Kali-Genting Highlands road reopening tomorrow evening

Authorities say motorists are disallowed from stopping at the landslide area. 
China, Philippines agree to handle disputes peacefully, boost cooperation

China, Philippines agree to handle disputes peacefully, boost cooperation

Both nations attempt to cool off tensions over South China Sea dispute. 
Agriculture, agrofood sectors suffer RM111.95m in losses due to floods

Agriculture, agrofood sectors suffer RM111.95m in losses due to floods

Damages and losses hit 24,700ha of agricultural land - Minister Mohamad Sabu.
Reintroduce GST in Budget 2023 as lifeline for country's debt dilemma – FMM

Reintroduce GST in Budget 2023 as lifeline for country's debt dilemma – FMM

Start at four percent rate to be consumer and business-friendly. 
PBS, Star reiterate support for Hajiji as Sabah chief minister

PBS, Star reiterate support for Hajiji as Sabah chief minister

There's no need for a vote of confidence for him, PBS adds.
COMMENT | Be transparent over the investigation into data leak

COMMENT | Be transparent over the investigation into data leak

We need long-term measures to secure data privacy. 
Umno will not amend its constitution to bar contests for top posts

Umno will not amend its constitution to bar contests for top posts

Info chief Isham: I'm aware some don't want these posts contested.
Kedah MB: PN can capture 33 out of 36 state seats in polls

Kedah MB: PN can capture 33 out of 36 state seats in polls

Projection is based on the parliamentary seats won by PN, Sanusi says. 
Kedah govt to continue paying rental fee for Baling flood victims

Kedah govt to continue paying rental fee for Baling flood victims

This comes as their new homes are yet to be completed. 
'Bigoted, plain and simple' - LFL hammers S'gor govt over bus fare rule

'Bigoted, plain and simple' - LFL hammers S'gor govt over bus fare rule

Xenophobia must not be a part of any government policy, says its director.
Najib hauls govt to UN over his alleged arbitrary detention

Najib hauls govt to UN over his alleged arbitrary detention

UPDATED 5.33PM | The petition has been digitally filed at UNWGAD, his lawyer says.
'London Move': I don't make decisions based on rumours – Zahid

'London Move': I don't make decisions based on rumours – Zahid

Rumours spreading over possible attempts to topple present administration.
Batang Kali tragedy: Ministry tables preliminary report to cabinet

Batang Kali tragedy: Ministry tables preliminary report to cabinet

Nik Nazmi says further actions will be taken after full report is complete.
LETTER | Are consumers really to blame for high food prices?

LETTER | Are consumers really to blame for high food prices?

Govt should empower consumers through consumption, financial education. 
Acer Unveils the eKinekt Bike Desk to Empower Active and Sustainable Lifestyles

Acer Unveils the eKinekt Bike Desk to Empower Active and Sustainable Lifestyles

The eKinekt BD 3 bike desk, a desk combined with a stationary bike to empower sustainable and healthier lifestyles.
8 dead, including 5 minors, in Utah shooting

8 dead, including 5 minors, in Utah shooting

Officials say there is no threat to the public.
After Hamzah says 'door open', Kit Siang wants it shut

After Hamzah says 'door open', Kit Siang wants it shut

PN administration will divide and fail the nation, he says. 
Umno election: Zahid ready to face challengers

Umno election: Zahid ready to face challengers

Umno also decides not to invite allied coalitions to its general assembly. 

Police inspector charged with raping, sexually assaulting teenager

Police inspector charged with raping, sexually assaulting teenager

Mohd Maliki Azmi claims trial to all charges.

Scrap land reclamation plan at Tg Aru, activist urges Sabah state govt

Scrap land reclamation plan at Tg Aru, activist urges Sabah state govt

'It will alter the natural line of the beach.'
GE15 actions 'academic', apex court denies leave to appeal

GE15 actions 'academic', apex court denies leave to appeal

Case does meet requirements of Section 96 of the Courts of Judicature Act.
Kelantan MB: PAS govt fulfilled more than 90pct of GE14 manifesto

Kelantan MB: PAS govt fulfilled more than 90pct of GE14 manifesto

'Throughout 2022, we managed to maintain excellent state financial performance.'
Daredevil climber tells how she bypassed Merdeka 118 security, Malaysians fume

Daredevil climber tells how she bypassed Merdeka 118 security, Malaysians fume

UPDATED 12.04PM | Locals urge police and home minister to act against the duo. 
Netanyahu government unveils plan to rein in Israel's top court

Netanyahu government unveils plan to rein in Israel's top court

His plan includes empowering legislature to overturn some Supreme Court verdicts. 
Troubled by dry and frizzy hair? You must have overlooked this important step! Prevent hair damage with Laifen SE high-speed hair dryer

Troubled by dry and frizzy hair? You must have overlooked this important step! Prevent hair damage with Laifen SE high-speed hair dryer

Practical and affordable solution to preventing hair damage due to extreme heat
Explain wastage of Covid-19 vaccines, Umno leader tells Health DG

Explain wastage of Covid-19 vaccines, Umno leader tells Health DG

‘People need to know who's responsible for the failed vaccine uptake campaign.’
McCarthy fails for second day to win US House speaker vote

McCarthy fails for second day to win US House speaker vote

Minority of hardline conservatives refuse to back Donald Trump’s ally. 
“Give Health A Shot” Campaign: Bridging the Awareness  with Vaccine Preventable Disease Education for Families

“Give Health A Shot” Campaign: Bridging the Awareness with Vaccine Preventable Disease Education for Families

The project aims to increase the awareness of vaccine preventable diseases such as chickenpox and rotavirus in children through a comprehensive content hub, with emphasis on the importance of prevention.
Shahrir acquitted of money laundering charge

Shahrir acquitted of money laundering charge

UPDATED 1.30PM | Court allows full acquittal after prosecution sought DNAA.
Set up special dept to deal with children's issues - Johor permaisuri

Set up special dept to deal with children's issues - Johor permaisuri

She also wants the Child Act to be strengthened.
Amazon CEO says job cuts to exceed 18,000 roles

Amazon CEO says job cuts to exceed 18,000 roles

The cuts will amount to 6pct of its 300,000-person corporate workforce.
COMMENT | Loke should resign if he can't handle airline refunds

COMMENT | Loke should resign if he can't handle airline refunds

The transport minister is letting airlines get away with potentially illegal conduct.
Etika Imparts Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Awareness Through The Annual HSE Exhibition

Etika Imparts Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Awareness Through The Annual HSE Exhibition

Etika extended the Health, Safety and Environment exhibition to the public for the first time to create a positive impact within the community. 

Covid-19 (Jan 4): 433 new cases, no deaths

Covid-19 (Jan 4): 433 new cases, no deaths

Covid-19-related deaths are on a downtrend.
COMMENT | Harapan-led unity govt needs more propaganda

COMMENT | Harapan-led unity govt needs more propaganda

The propaganda should be tailored to reflect local sensibilities. 
Covid: Sabah announces entry rules for travellers from China

Covid: Sabah announces entry rules for travellers from China

Effective Sunday, they must be fully vaccinated before entering Sabah.
YOURSAY | Do not underestimate PN

YOURSAY | Do not underestimate PN

'Harapan and partners need to go to the ground.'
Comedy club owners take govt to court to quash business blacklist

Comedy club owners take govt to court to quash business blacklist

They seek judicial review against licence revocation, business barring.
Special grant formula for Sabah, Sarawak to be finalised in February

Special grant formula for Sabah, Sarawak to be finalised in February

At the MA63 Implementation Action Council meeting, says DPM Fadillah.
'Proposal to amend Constitution's citizenship rules coming soon'

'Proposal to amend Constitution's citizenship rules coming soon'

Joint ministerial memo on the matter to be tabled in cabinet soon.
Malaysia has benefitted from AFCP grant since 2001 - US ambassador

Malaysia has benefitted from AFCP grant since 2001 - US ambassador

RM1.1m provided for cultural preservation, from 2001 to last year.