Archive - 11 January 2023

Mat Hasan: Without Malay and non-Malay votes, Umno is dead

Mat Hasan: Without Malay and non-Malay votes, Umno is dead

UPDATED 10.42PM | He calls for a return to centrism to combat extremism, racial tolerance.
Jeffrey: PM happy with Sabah new cabinet line-up, called us last night

Jeffrey: PM happy with Sabah new cabinet line-up, called us last night

The deputy chief minister also says the line-up is 'more complete'.
Govt to form RCI pursuant to Thomas’ book probe

Govt to form RCI pursuant to Thomas’ book probe

UPDATED 9.33PM | It will have a broader scope than the task force's recommendations.
Source: Zahid claims 'St Regis Move' aimed to topple him as BN chief

Source: Zahid claims 'St Regis Move' aimed to topple him as BN chief

UPDATED 8.30PM | Zahid also says 10 Umno MPs inked SD supporting Muhyiddin as PM. 
Zahid vows to rid Umno of those who 'hurl stones, hide their hands'

Zahid vows to rid Umno of those who 'hurl stones, hide their hands'

Puad says Umno president wants to cleanse the party of 'detrimental' elements.
Talentbank Reveals 140 Top Employers in Malaysia in the Graduates’ Choice Award 2023

Talentbank Reveals 140 Top Employers in Malaysia in the Graduates’ Choice Award 2023

More than 23,000 university students vote for their preferred firms in the 5th Graduate Choice Award.

Search on for missing vessel crew member in Pulau Ketam waters

Search on for missing vessel crew member in Pulau Ketam waters

The victim, an Indonesian, fell into the sea yesterday.
Authorities patch potholed road after residents plant oil palm saplings

Authorities patch potholed road after residents plant oil palm saplings

'It was the last resort to solve a long-standing problem.'
Sexual assault suit: Court orders Yusoff to disclose messages to Anwar

Sexual assault suit: Court orders Yusoff to disclose messages to Anwar

UPDATED 5.45PM | Anwar argues the allegation was ‘false and fabricated'.  
'Don't add fuel to fire' - another royal caution against racial issues

'Don't add fuel to fire' - another royal caution against racial issues

Stoking racial tension could threaten the nation, Raja of Perlis warns.
Turmoil in Sabah: This is not quite the end - analysts

Turmoil in Sabah: This is not quite the end - analysts

This comes after new cabinet members resulting from a reshuffle were sworn in.
LETTER | Women in politics have a long way to go

LETTER | Women in politics have a long way to go

Malaysia must create a better political environment to increase women’s participation. 
National crime index dropped by 4.1 percent last year - IGP

National crime index dropped by 4.1 percent last year - IGP

The result of the performance of police officers and men, he adds.
No discussion so far on GST implementation - Ahmad Maslan

No discussion so far on GST implementation - Ahmad Maslan

He says ways are being examined to increase government income.
Police probe alleged hidden cameras in changing rooms

Police probe alleged hidden cameras in changing rooms

The case is being investigated under Penal Code, police say. 
MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for 10 states

MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for 10 states

Heavy rain and strong winds expected to occur until 5pm today.
Iran executions quash protests, push dissent underground

Iran executions quash protests, push dissent underground

Analysts say Iran’s hardline measures only fuelling anger among populace. 
Ahmad Maslan: Umno polls will still be held before May 19

Ahmad Maslan: Umno polls will still be held before May 19

However, Umno delegates will not be notified of the date at AGM. 
Sabah Umno crisis: We'll talk about it later, says Ahmad Maslan

Sabah Umno crisis: We'll talk about it later, says Ahmad Maslan

Party sec-gen wishes 'all the best' to Umno reps in Sabah cabinet.
COMMENT | Umno's GE15 collapse

COMMENT | Umno's GE15 collapse

A mismanaged campaign among factors that contributed to Umno's electoral defeats. 

Boost Launches Merchant B2B Wallet with RM500,000 Limit

Boost Launches Merchant B2B Wallet with RM500,000 Limit

Boost, the fintech arm of Axiata today announced the launch of its Merchant B2B Wallet, a revolutionary offering in the market that provides business owners with a wallet limit of up to RM500,000, with license approval under its current e-money license from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).
Lawyers already told procession to Parliament not allowed – police

Lawyers already told procession to Parliament not allowed – police

Plaintiffs were not surrounded and free to leave, police say. 
Hajiji dropping finance portfolio 'progressive' move - Phoong

Hajiji dropping finance portfolio 'progressive' move - Phoong

Sabah minister says Hajiji is the first CM to do so. 
1MDB detention suit: Govt, Khairuddin appeal hearing on July 13

1MDB detention suit: Govt, Khairuddin appeal hearing on July 13

M'sian authorities are appealing to quash a ruling for them to pay Khairuddin RM300,000.

Cargo ship crew members feared missing in Indonesian waters identified

Cargo ship crew members feared missing in Indonesian waters identified

There is no latest information on the discovery of the ship.
Anwar's suit: Court directs Kedah MB to file defence by Feb 13

Anwar's suit: Court directs Kedah MB to file defence by Feb 13

The suit against Sanusi is over an election campaign speech on Nov 13.
New Sabah DCM advises opposition to 'cool off'

New Sabah DCM advises opposition to 'cool off'

Shahelmey says cabinet reshuffle in line with PM's Sabah unity govt proposal. 
Umno sails into AGM with a 'new narrative'

Umno sails into AGM with a 'new narrative'

Will the party sink or stay afloat, only time will tell. 

MB: Harapan-BN cooperation for S'gor polls to be decided by month end

MB: Harapan-BN cooperation for S'gor polls to be decided by month end

Amirudin says he has met several parties in BN informally to discuss the matter.
State polls: Harapan-BN cooperation 'almost certain' in six states, says Mahfuz

State polls: Harapan-BN cooperation 'almost certain' in six states, says Mahfuz

To contest against each other would send a bad message on 'unity govt', he adds. 
LETTER | Effective training speed up career development

LETTER | Effective training speed up career development

Good communication skills and language proficiency are key to a successful career. 
US judge rules Apple Watch infringed Masimo's pulse oximeter patent

US judge rules Apple Watch infringed Masimo's pulse oximeter patent

Apple disagrees and awaits full review by commission. 
Bung: Umno duo did not have party's blessing to join Hajiji's cabinet

Bung: Umno duo did not have party's blessing to join Hajiji's cabinet

He claims the Sabah CM 'bought over' five Umno reps to support his govt.
Jokowi 'strongly regrets' Indonesia's past rights violations

Jokowi 'strongly regrets' Indonesia's past rights violations

President cites several past incidents including bloodshed and arrests in 1960s.
Alcohol only sold in non-Muslim areas: Kedah MB

Alcohol only sold in non-Muslim areas: Kedah MB

It’s best not to consume alcohol because it’s not good, Sanusi says. 
Don't get 'hot' when PAS MP does 'cool' job, DAP and Warisan told

Don't get 'hot' when PAS MP does 'cool' job, DAP and Warisan told

Fawwaz represented voters and handled booze promotion in a calm manner, says Roslan.
Michelle Yeoh becomes first Malaysian to win Golden Globe

Michelle Yeoh becomes first Malaysian to win Golden Globe

She bags the Best Actress In A Musical Or Comedy Motion Picture award. 
Power abuse: Cooperative general manager in remand

Power abuse: Cooperative general manager in remand

The man has been arrested after giving his statement to MACC in Kuantan.
LETTER | Why the delay in fixing broken drain covers?

LETTER | Why the delay in fixing broken drain covers?

Local councils must act as it may lead to an untoward incident. 
Sabah cabinet reshuffle: Bung out, two Harapan reps in

Sabah cabinet reshuffle: Bung out, two Harapan reps in

UPDATED 11.55AM | Shahelmey promoted to DCM, 3 new members sworn in. 
Three rivers in Hulu S'gor identified as water surge, drowning hotspots

Three rivers in Hulu S'gor identified as water surge, drowning hotspots

They are Sungai Batang Kali, Sungai Chiling and Sungai Pertak.
Indonesia's LGBT community fears threat posed by new law

Indonesia's LGBT community fears threat posed by new law

 LBGT couple fears new law may erode their rights further. 
'Disgraceful' for Umno, Warisan reps to miss assembly sitting - lawmaker

'Disgraceful' for Umno, Warisan reps to miss assembly sitting - lawmaker

They boycotted sitting meant to restore Sabah’s rights, PBS rep says. 
Consider closing borders to avoid new Covid-19 wave: Expert

Consider closing borders to avoid new Covid-19 wave: Expert

Highly transmissible subvariants detected in several countries.
World Bank warns global economy could tip into recession this year

World Bank warns global economy could tip into recession this year

Development lender expects global GDP growth of 1.7pct in 2023.
Covid-19 (Jan 10): 380 new cases, 9 deaths

Covid-19 (Jan 10): 380 new cases, 9 deaths

Key indicators continue to trend downwards.
'Land covered in corpses' as Russia strives for first big Ukraine gains

'Land covered in corpses' as Russia strives for first big Ukraine gains

Russian troops are seeking Moscow's first battlefield victory in months.
YOURSAY | Sabah's bitter turmoil an 'acid test' for Anwar

YOURSAY | Sabah's bitter turmoil an 'acid test' for Anwar

'Right now, Bung's failed move left Hajiji with the upper hand.'
Blame it on me not the players - football coach Kim Pan Gon

Blame it on me not the players - football coach Kim Pan Gon

Malaysia lost the 2022 AFF Cup final to Thailand 0-3 last night.
COMMENT | It's open season for beer-bashing again

COMMENT | It's open season for beer-bashing again

To impose one's morals, ethics and beliefs on another are unacceptable.
MOH aims to table Health White Paper in Parliament in mid-year

MOH aims to table Health White Paper in Parliament in mid-year

The paper aims to holistically strengthen the country’s health system.
FMM welcomes easing of hiring rules for foreign workers

FMM welcomes easing of hiring rules for foreign workers

The govt will extend the recalibration programme for another year.
Hurricanes and floods bring US$120b in insurance losses last year

Hurricanes and floods bring US$120b in insurance losses last year

In some places, insurers have stopped providing coverage.
Sabah aftershocks felt in Putrajaya

Sabah aftershocks felt in Putrajaya

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