Archive - 12 January 2023

Anwar's olive branch to K'tan, T'ganu withering over flood aid dispute

Anwar's olive branch to K'tan, T'ganu withering over flood aid dispute

UPDATED 11.06PM | T'ganu govt accused of snubbing PM during state visit today.

Umno delegates accept new govt but still wary of DAP

Umno delegates accept new govt but still wary of DAP

While many understand rationale behind cooperation, one delegate says grassroots need convincing. 
K'tan MB: We don't know how PMD agency will disburse RM50m flood aid

K'tan MB: We don't know how PMD agency will disburse RM50m flood aid

Ahmad Yaakob says aid promised by PM not being channelled through state govt.
Asyraf bows out as Umno Youth chief, cites failure to woo youths in GE15

Asyraf bows out as Umno Youth chief, cites failure to woo youths in GE15

UPDATED 8.28PM | He apologises to delegates for his mistakes and failures. 
Ringgit rises to a nine-month high against the US dollar

Ringgit rises to a nine-month high against the US dollar

It jumped to RM4.35 for one US dollar at 6pm today.
Petaling Jaya MP proposes select committee to tackle climate change

Petaling Jaya MP proposes select committee to tackle climate change

This will allow government to prioritise the issue, Lee says. 
COMMENT | GE15: What we got right and the blind spots

COMMENT | GE15: What we got right and the blind spots

 Unquantifiable factors sometimes play the determining role.
Courage needed to make Malays ‘tuan’, do you have it? - Dr M

Courage needed to make Malays ‘tuan’, do you have it? - Dr M

He reflects on ‘Ketuanan Melayu’, a concept he had panned before. 
PenjanaKerjaya: Duo charged for RM756k false claims

PenjanaKerjaya: Duo charged for RM756k false claims

They deceived Socso to claim incentives under the programme. 
RM232m to repair damages from floods in peninsula

RM232m to repair damages from floods in peninsula

Most of the damages were in the East Coast states - works minister.
Altantuya murder suit: Govt, Razak Baginda appeal RM5m award

Altantuya murder suit: Govt, Razak Baginda appeal RM5m award

The parties have filed their case at the Court of Appeal.
Shopee Unveils How Malaysians Gear Up for Digital Inclusion

Shopee Unveils How Malaysians Gear Up for Digital Inclusion

60% of Buyers Remain Steadfast in Achieving Ambitions and Enjoyment in E-Commerce

Shafie: Hajiji reneged on PM-backed deal

Shafie: Hajiji reneged on PM-backed deal

The agreement could have ensured political stability in Sabah, he says. 
Zahid: I've forgiven 10 BN MPs who backed Muhyiddin but…

Zahid: I've forgiven 10 BN MPs who backed Muhyiddin but…

Party’s disciplinary committee and he will monitor their moves closely. 
Busy with PM duties, Anwar says haven't discussed state polls

Busy with PM duties, Anwar says haven't discussed state polls

Harapan chief notes deciding on election dates is not under his jurisdiction. 
Volleyball coach's licence revoked for slapping players - Yeoh

Volleyball coach's licence revoked for slapping players - Yeoh

Investigative bodies unanimously conclude he should be disqualified from coaching.
LETTER | Corruption, the scourge of any nation

LETTER | Corruption, the scourge of any nation

'It is not uncommon to hear people saying, money talks…'
Open data is a pillar of digitalisation of society, economy - Rafizi

Open data is a pillar of digitalisation of society, economy - Rafizi

Minister praises OpenDOSM NextGen for its more granular format. 
Warisan rep: Take heed of recent episode, enact anti-hopping law

Warisan rep: Take heed of recent episode, enact anti-hopping law

It's necessary to bring stability to Sabah, says Assafal.
Budget 2023: Rafizi plans to maintain development spending

Budget 2023: Rafizi plans to maintain development spending

His ministry's goal will also be to find new projects in vital sectors.
Don't hide, disclose candidacy at AGM - Isham to top posts contenders

Don't hide, disclose candidacy at AGM - Isham to top posts contenders

Umno info chief assures there are no plans to prevent a contest.
National Unity Week in May to boost patriotism - ministry

National Unity Week in May to boost patriotism - ministry

Aaron Ago Dagang says programmes to highlight diversity.
Nigerian sues govt for RM4m over 40-day unlawful detention

Nigerian sues govt for RM4m over 40-day unlawful detention

Momoh contends he was detained when he already had a valid visa.
Chinese fret over elderly as WHO warns of holiday Covid-19 surge

Chinese fret over elderly as WHO warns of holiday Covid-19 surge

Many are wondering if they should risk exposing elders to disease.
Teacher threatened, tyres slashed after complaining of truant colleague

Teacher threatened, tyres slashed after complaining of truant colleague

She testifies to this in a civil lawsuit by students.
Govt urges palm oil producers to boost cooperation after EU rules

Govt urges palm oil producers to boost cooperation after EU rules

Minister urges the CPOPC to work together against the new regulations.

Sultan of Terengganu grants audience to PM

Sultan of Terengganu grants audience to PM

It's the first audience with the state ruler for Anwar.
Ministry zeroes in on cartel activities

Ministry zeroes in on cartel activities

Govt will lend full support to MyCC in its efforts, says Salahuddin.
Axe 'traitors' immediately, wings urge Umno leadership

Axe 'traitors' immediately, wings urge Umno leadership

Such individuals are like cancer who will destroy Umno from within, they say.

'Umno leaders acquitted after being charged under Thomas should sue'

'Umno leaders acquitted after being charged under Thomas should sue'

UPDATED 1.11PM | Sue former AG for malice and defamation, says Asyraf.

Najib like Hang Tuah, only missed after he is gone: Puteri Umno chief

Najib like Hang Tuah, only missed after he is gone: Puteri Umno chief

Zahida says Najib was Umno's greatest weapon, jailing cost party GE15.
Thailand plans to introduce tourist fee from June

Thailand plans to introduce tourist fee from June

It won't apply to foreigners with work permits and border passes.
Five civil servants among six nabbed for soliciting bribe in Semporna

Five civil servants among six nabbed for soliciting bribe in Semporna

This is over a subsidised cooking oil-related case.
Court grants businessperson DNAA over FB post on Najib-Rosmah

Court grants businessperson DNAA over FB post on Najib-Rosmah

Judge rules the charge was defective, defence lawyer says.
Teng deletes 'mabuk' post after PAS froths

Teng deletes 'mabuk' post after PAS froths

The Selangor exco however says he is not backing down.
COMMENT | Stimulus package scandal: Game changer in our politics?

COMMENT | Stimulus package scandal: Game changer in our politics?

Perhaps in a similar way to what 1MDB scandal has done.
Three arrested for committing mischief in Kulai

Three arrested for committing mischief in Kulai

This is for allegedly setting fire and splashing paint at two addresses.
Zahid 'ready to fight', KJ says it's 'madness' otherwise

Zahid 'ready to fight', KJ says it's 'madness' otherwise

'Do not kill democracy in Umno,' former Umno Youth chief adds.
Ex-soldier who refused vaccine fails legal bid for reinstatement

Ex-soldier who refused vaccine fails legal bid for reinstatement

He was dishonourably discharged in August last year.
'RCI for ex-AG's book waste of time and money'

'RCI for ex-AG's book waste of time and money'

Deal with more pressing issues at hand, PSM leader tells the government.
Covid-19 (Jan 11): 367 new cases, 9 deaths

Covid-19 (Jan 11): 367 new cases, 9 deaths

There have been 48 deaths linked to Covid-19 this month alone.
Umno division heads hope top 2 posts will not be challenged

Umno division heads hope top 2 posts will not be challenged

This is necessary to avoid a split in the party, says a leader.
Russia appoints new leader of Ukraine campaign, declares Soledar captured

Russia appoints new leader of Ukraine campaign, declares Soledar captured

Russian private military firm says it has killed about 500 Ukrainian soldiers.
Shuttler Liu Ying hangs up racquet after last match in 2023 M'sia Open

Shuttler Liu Ying hangs up racquet after last match in 2023 M'sia Open

The 34-year-old has had an illustrious career, including an Olympic silver.
COMMENT | PAS leaders should know when to mind their own business

COMMENT | PAS leaders should know when to mind their own business

Latest issue on promoting alcohol another example of party's hypocrisy.
COMMENT | An ominous warning for Malaysia from South Africa

COMMENT | An ominous warning for Malaysia from South Africa

Living standard upliftment is one sure guarantee of lasting peace and stability.
YOURSAY | PAS should respect sensitivities of non-Muslims too

YOURSAY | PAS should respect sensitivities of non-Muslims too

‘A superior race will always be respectful to minorities too’.
COMMENT | Why would talent return to Malaysia?

COMMENT | Why would talent return to Malaysia?

People leave this country because they fear the rise of theocracy.  
Review proposal to disband GIACC - Rais

Review proposal to disband GIACC - Rais

It has implemented more than 80pct of the proposals, he says.
Tok Mat open to challenge but prefers status quo for Umno top posts

Tok Mat open to challenge but prefers status quo for Umno top posts

He's concerned about splits within the party over struggles for top posts.