Archive - 8 January 2023

Ministers' retreat to discuss 100 days KPI soon - PM

Ministers' retreat to discuss 100 days KPI soon - PM

They will discuss current performances and future plans.
Sabah imbroglio: All eyes on Anwar, as Bung refuses to throw in towel

Sabah imbroglio: All eyes on Anwar, as Bung refuses to throw in towel

The state BN chief accuses Hajiji of corrupting all his men.
Tian Chua can still appeal his sacking: PKR sec-gen

Tian Chua can still appeal his sacking: PKR sec-gen

Saifuddin says the former Batu MP has 14 days to submit his appeal.
No other parties invited to Umno AGM - Ahmad Maslan

No other parties invited to Umno AGM - Ahmad Maslan

He says the party wanted to resolve all matters related to internal issues.
In maiden visit, Anwar calls Indonesia a 'loyal friend'

In maiden visit, Anwar calls Indonesia a 'loyal friend'

'A good friend when I was at the time cast out, set aside, sidelined.'
Hamzah claims GRS reps still Bersatu at heart

Hamzah claims GRS reps still Bersatu at heart

He says those who followed Hajiji out of the party did so for stability.
Loke: Talks with BN on state polls pact not difficult, all about timing

Loke: Talks with BN on state polls pact not difficult, all about timing

DAP sec-gen says it's possible as they are partners in govt.
Zahid to discuss Sabah 'formula' with CM, PM

Zahid to discuss Sabah 'formula' with CM, PM

This is to detail the 'wishlist' of the several parties involved, DPM says.
The Temuan tribe's Ancestor's Day

The Temuan tribe's Ancestor's Day

The day honours the forefathers and welcomes the new year.
Hajiji claims support of 44 state reps, enough to stay in power

Hajiji claims support of 44 state reps, enough to stay in power

UPDATED 6.10PM | Photo provided shows reps from GRS, Harapan, and Umno rebels.
PM arrives in Jakarta for first official visit

PM arrives in Jakarta for first official visit

Trip expected to strengthen bilateral ties, especially in economic areas.
PKR boots out Tian Chua officially

PKR boots out Tian Chua officially

Tian Chua and 4 others were sacked yesterday, party official says. 
Education Ministry probe into volleyball coach completed - Fadhlina

Education Ministry probe into volleyball coach completed - Fadhlina

Minister says report submitted to integrity unit for further action.
Maszlee hints at returning to serve govt

Maszlee hints at returning to serve govt

‘Just get ready, your sabbatical will soon be over’, Anwar tells ex-minister. 

Undergraduate who went missing at Cherating Beach found drowned

Undergraduate who went missing at Cherating Beach found drowned

His body was discovered at 7am today, police say. 
Umno leader: Sabahans deserve political stability, not politicking

Umno leader: Sabahans deserve political stability, not politicking

People are miffed over Sabah’s political crisis, Rahman says. 
Disabilities Act amendments to be finalised in June - minister

Disabilities Act amendments to be finalised in June - minister

Nancy Shukri says amendments to focus on enforcement, empowerment.
Education Ministry forming recovery plan for school dropouts

Education Ministry forming recovery plan for school dropouts

Minister Fadhlina says they are collecting data on the matter.
Report: Hamzah meeting with Sabah Bersatu at noon, announcement after

Report: Hamzah meeting with Sabah Bersatu at noon, announcement after

Political turmoil continues after Sabah BN withdrew support for CM.
Reject Kledang-Saiong project EIA report, Green Party urges govt

Reject Kledang-Saiong project EIA report, Green Party urges govt

The plantation project will immensely affect Perak and forest reserve's ecosystem. 
LETTER | Empower local govts to address urban poverty

LETTER | Empower local govts to address urban poverty

Urban poverty involves a myriad of factors that local authorities can address.
Salahuddin: Harapan still opposition in Johor, but ties with BN are good

Salahuddin: Harapan still opposition in Johor, but ties with BN are good

We have yet to decide on form of cooperation, he says. 
Many communities isolated in 'record-breaking' Western Australia floods

Many communities isolated in 'record-breaking' Western Australia floods

A former tropical cyclone is bringing heavy rain to the region.
MCA will not be political opportunists, veep says

MCA will not be political opportunists, veep says

We will not forsake principles just for gaining power, Ti says. 
China opens borders today after 3 years

China opens borders today after 3 years

It urges other nations not to discriminate against Chinese tourists over Covid-19 wave. 
Moscow ends self-proclaimed ceasefire, vows to press ahead in Ukraine

Moscow ends self-proclaimed ceasefire, vows to press ahead in Ukraine

Kyiv did not accept the ceasefire, calling it a ploy.
‘Payung Rahmah’ to lower cost of living for B40, hardcore poor

‘Payung Rahmah’ to lower cost of living for B40, hardcore poor

Programme supported by various other ministries, Salahuddin says. 
Joseph Kurup leaves PBRS presidency, son Arthur succeeds him

Joseph Kurup leaves PBRS presidency, son Arthur succeeds him

Joseph will now serve as party’s honorary chairperson. 
At least 29 killed in Mexico's capture of Chapo's son

At least 29 killed in Mexico's capture of Chapo's son

Mexican president says US extradition of Guzman not guaranteed.

China's 'great migration' kicks off under shadow of Covid-19

China's 'great migration' kicks off under shadow of Covid-19

SF: As Lunar New Year nears, authorities brace for higher number of infections. 
Covid-19 (Jan 7): 571 cases, 4 deaths

Covid-19 (Jan 7): 571 cases, 4 deaths

Active cases now at 11,431, down by 18.3 percent compared to 14 days ago.
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Christmas joy, anger for rival Orthodox churches in historic Kyiv monastery

Christmas joy, anger for rival Orthodox churches in historic Kyiv monastery

Devotees rejoice after Kyiv’s orthodox church returns under Ukrainian control. 
LETTER | Hajiji may be ‘partyless’ but he is an elected state rep

LETTER | Hajiji may be ‘partyless’ but he is an elected state rep

GRS secretary-general Masidi Manjun rightly pointed out a court ruling on such matters. 
Journos held over video appearing to show S. Sudan president wet himself

Journos held over video appearing to show S. Sudan president wet himself

They are suspected of knowing how the video was leaked.
YOURSAY | Do away with cartels, open up competition

YOURSAY | Do away with cartels, open up competition

'You have the power to bring the cartel down'.
COMMENT | Is Najib resorting to UNWGAD to remain relevant?

COMMENT | Is Najib resorting to UNWGAD to remain relevant?

There seems to be no good legal basis for his petition.