Archive - 9 January 2023

Anwar wants 'strong govt under Hajiji'

Anwar wants 'strong govt under Hajiji'

UPDATED 1.40AM | However, there is no sign of reconciliation with Bung Moktar.
Omicron Covid booster cuts hospitalisation in over 65s, Israeli study finds

Omicron Covid booster cuts hospitalisation in over 65s, Israeli study finds

Booster reduces hospitalisations among people aged 65 and older by 81pct.
5 Sabah BN state reps deny plans of forming new party

5 Sabah BN state reps deny plans of forming new party

Tanjung Keramat assemblyperson says they never issued such a statement.  
Special state assembly session tomorrow to pass MA63-related enactments

Special state assembly session tomorrow to pass MA63-related enactments

Masidi calls for mature conduct from assemblypersons amid Sabah crisis. 
Why look at eggs in India? Come to Ayer Hitam, Wee tells Mat Sabu

Why look at eggs in India? Come to Ayer Hitam, Wee tells Mat Sabu

Wee calls for prioritisation of local farmers after minister visits egg farm in India. 
1MDB: Roger Ng granted DNAA pending US trial conclusion

1MDB: Roger Ng granted DNAA pending US trial conclusion

This is over 4 counts of abetting Goldman Sachs in sale of 1MDB subsidiaries' notes, bonds.
15 houses on Ampang hill deemed unsafe, residents to evacuate - exco

15 houses on Ampang hill deemed unsafe, residents to evacuate - exco

Public Works Dept report states the houses are no longer structurally safe. 
High-profile figures show up for Anwar's last Jakarta appearance

High-profile figures show up for Anwar's last Jakarta appearance

PM ends Indonesia visit with forum attended by former and current ministers. 
Thailand U-turns on Covid vaccination rule for visitors

Thailand U-turns on Covid vaccination rule for visitors

Those unvaccinated will also be granted entry, says its health minister.
'N Sembilan Harapan has no problem working with BN for state polls'

'N Sembilan Harapan has no problem working with BN for state polls'

Harapan will cooperate if there's a directive, says MB.

KINIGUIDE | What we know about the Sabah leadership row so far

KINIGUIDE | What we know about the Sabah leadership row so far

CM's legitimacy is being challenged by the switching of allegiances. 
KPI important in setting direction of country's development

KPI important in setting direction of country's development

Analysts: Strengthening the economy will provide confidence to all.
Continuous rain in eastern Sabah until Jan 13 - MetMalaysia

Continuous rain in eastern Sabah until Jan 13 - MetMalaysia

This follows a concentration of winds expected to occur in the areas.
Sabah crisis and cabinet offers spark concern of tremors in Putrajaya

Sabah crisis and cabinet offers spark concern of tremors in Putrajaya

Warisan's move can affect the federal govt, say sources.
Bersatu 4 defection: Bar president moots tightening anti-hopping law

Bersatu 4 defection: Bar president moots tightening anti-hopping law

Call by Karen Cheah comes amidst the political turmoil in Sabah.
Wife of deported Pakistani journalist seeks visa extension

Wife of deported Pakistani journalist seeks visa extension

This is crucial for her to find out the truth, says her legal team.
One stone, two birds: Puad takes aims at 'cruel' Thomas and successor

One stone, two birds: Puad takes aims at 'cruel' Thomas and successor

He claims Thomas practices selective prosecution and wants Idrus to go on leave.

Chief justice: We did our duty, up to Najib to go to UN

Chief justice: We did our duty, up to Najib to go to UN

UPDATED 6.33PM | Ex-PM has petitioned the UN over his alleged 'arbitrary detention'.
Defence Ministry satisfied with latest status of LCS project

Defence Ministry satisfied with latest status of LCS project

Mohamad Hasan said there will be no compromise on country's security and sovereignty.

People won't be hampered with burdensome policies - Nga

People won't be hampered with burdensome policies - Nga

He says his ministry aims to provide the best basic services to the public.
AG moots BM version Federal Constitution to be authoritative text

AG moots BM version Federal Constitution to be authoritative text

UPDATED 3.44PM | Proposal is subject to Agong's consent.
PM committed to protecting rights of Indonesian migrant workers in M'sia

PM committed to protecting rights of Indonesian migrant workers in M'sia

Anwar says he and Jokowi have reached an understanding on this matter.

Wild bear digs up Orang Asli grave, eats part of corpse

Wild bear digs up Orang Asli grave, eats part of corpse

Dug-up grace discovered by deceased's husband.
Govt to table cabinet paper on amending citizenship laws by Feb - Saifuddin

Govt to table cabinet paper on amending citizenship laws by Feb - Saifuddin

They include citizenship for children born overseas to M'sian mothers, foreign fathers.
No promises made - Maszlee dismisses rumours after PM meet

No promises made - Maszlee dismisses rumours after PM meet

He says Anwar asked him to help prepare for state polls.

5 Things You Must Clean Away Before Chinese New Year

5 Things You Must Clean Away Before Chinese New Year

Check out what you should clean away in this Chinese New Year to bring good luck and prosperity for the year ahead.
CJ speaks out against attempts to intimidate judiciary

CJ speaks out against attempts to intimidate judiciary

UPDATED 2.55PM | Tengku Maimun urges judges to continue making decisions without fear or favour.
Prasarana allocated RM2.8b to improve train, bus services

Prasarana allocated RM2.8b to improve train, bus services

It will cover the entire public transport service, says its CEO.

COMMENT | Empower Talentcorp, not shut it down

COMMENT | Empower Talentcorp, not shut it down

Closing it is akin to throwing out baby with bathwater.
Tian Chua says sacking expected but queries harsh enforcement of rules

Tian Chua says sacking expected but queries harsh enforcement of rules

'It contradicts the ethos of reconciliation and inclusivity in the current political environment.'
LETTER | List of things for Anwar to do as prime minister

LETTER | List of things for Anwar to do as prime minister

We hope and pray for changes to happen.
Ex-NGO chairperson, treasurer nabbed in false claim probe

Ex-NGO chairperson, treasurer nabbed in false claim probe

They will be brought to the JB Magistrate's Court to obtain a remand order.  
All eyes on Istana Seri Kinabalu, Sabah CM's official residence

All eyes on Istana Seri Kinabalu, Sabah CM's official residence

Media personnel are waiting outside the locations for any political developments.
LETTER | Protecting children with disabilities from abuse

LETTER | Protecting children with disabilities from abuse

One child with a disability murdered is one child too many.
Prince Harry says UK royals got into bed with tabloid press 'devil'

Prince Harry says UK royals got into bed with tabloid press 'devil'

He accused them of using the press to improve their own image.
COMMENT | Our adventure industry can be a goldmine if run professionally

COMMENT | Our adventure industry can be a goldmine if run professionally

Batang Kali landslide shows more should be done to improve.
Use of VAR technology will be announced soon - FAM

Use of VAR technology will be announced soon - FAM

The footballing body says it will be its priority.
China carries out combat drills around Taiwan again

China carries out combat drills around Taiwan again

Taipei says it detected 57 Chinese aircraft amid the drills.
England rushes to discharge hospital patients to ease bed-blocking crisis

England rushes to discharge hospital patients to ease bed-blocking crisis

Some patients are now being treated in corridors and ambulances.
US president condemns 'assault on democracy' in Brazil

US president condemns 'assault on democracy' in Brazil

Biden says he looked forward to continuing to work with President Lula.
Covid-19 (Jan 8): 405 new cases, 1 death

Covid-19 (Jan 8): 405 new cases, 1 death

Active cases now at levels not seen since Dec 2020.
Hiking up Gunung Inas with Baling floods survivors

Hiking up Gunung Inas with Baling floods survivors

Malaysiakini captures the destruction leading to the fatal floods last July.
COMMENT | This government should walk the talk

COMMENT | This government should walk the talk

On the KL Tower issue, M'sians need to be assured Anwar means business. 
YOURSAY | Reformasi hero Tian Chua gets the boot from PKR

YOURSAY | Reformasi hero Tian Chua gets the boot from PKR

‘We respect and salute your sacrifices.’
COMMENT | Reward the unsung heroes of Batang Kali

COMMENT | Reward the unsung heroes of Batang Kali

They deserve some form of recognition from the government.
COMMENT | Anwar plays an American right-wing politician on TV

COMMENT | Anwar plays an American right-wing politician on TV

Both use religion to con their support base.
Another Sabah coup

Another Sabah coup

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