Archive - 31 January 2023

Teasing leads to fight, three secondary school students arrested

Teasing leads to fight, three secondary school students arrested

The suspects have been remanded for four days.
Kota Raja PKR in the dark about Zafrul’s possible state run

Kota Raja PKR in the dark about Zafrul’s possible state run

No negotiations with Umno as well, says its chief.
Adopt Alex Ferguson's 'mantra' for success, sports leaders and associations told

Adopt Alex Ferguson's 'mantra' for success, sports leaders and associations told

Anwar stresses that athletes' welfare must be given utmost priority.
No GST discussion so far, new tax last resort - deputy minister

No GST discussion so far, new tax last resort - deputy minister

'What other options do we have to generate and increase revenue?'
PM: Govt comfortable with 4Q results, expects 2023 GDP to grow 4-5pct

PM: Govt comfortable with 4Q results, expects 2023 GDP to grow 4-5pct

'More positive changes have been since over the last few months.'
Ahmad Maslan: Umno met ROS over top posts' no-contest resolution

Ahmad Maslan: Umno met ROS over top posts' no-contest resolution

The registrar has yet to provide any answers.
PM won't tolerate corruption, hopes for ‘big difference’ in CPI score next year

PM won't tolerate corruption, hopes for ‘big difference’ in CPI score next year

UPDATED 7.21PM | Govt consistent in supporting MACC to combat corruption, says Anwar.
Accused of receiving RM4b, Bersatu publishes audited account

Accused of receiving RM4b, Bersatu publishes audited account

Muhyiddin's ex-aide wants PKR and DAP to do the same.

'Too short to handle': Cops confirm woman barred from station over attire

'Too short to handle': Cops confirm woman barred from station over attire

'There is a dress code for dealings in government premises'
LETTER | About the issue of entertainment licences in Penang

LETTER | About the issue of entertainment licences in Penang

Licence application with MBPP can now be done online.
PM: Nurul Izzah’s appointment to ensure contracts are managed 'orderly'

PM: Nurul Izzah’s appointment to ensure contracts are managed 'orderly'

Anwar says the appointment is not to misuse power or to enrich his family.
PM challenges M'sian contingent to bag first Olympic gold in Paris 2024

PM challenges M'sian contingent to bag first Olympic gold in Paris 2024

Bag at least one gold medal, says the prime minister.
COMMENT | Reformist Anwar lost it big this time

COMMENT | Reformist Anwar lost it big this time

Please let go of Nurul Izzah's appointment immediately.
Nurul Izzah has no authority or salary, not the only adviser - Fahmi

Nurul Izzah has no authority or salary, not the only adviser - Fahmi

He points out Anwar has also appointed several other advisers as well.
False: Reports that Chinese school pupils are not keen to learn BM

False: Reports that Chinese school pupils are not keen to learn BM

Chinese education groups file a police report on these news reports.
No law against public recording police raid: Ex-Bar chief

No law against public recording police raid: Ex-Bar chief

He points out there are no such provisions criminalising this act.

Sports Ministry orders probe on hockey player's alleged racist remarks

Sports Ministry orders probe on hockey player's alleged racist remarks

The hockey player has apologised over her comment on Instagram. 
Fixed-line internet unity package for B40 to be introduced

Fixed-line internet unity package for B40 to be introduced

Minister says will resolve internet issues as soon as possible.
Indonesia welcomes policy changes involving foreign workers - Saifuddin

Indonesia welcomes policy changes involving foreign workers - Saifuddin

This is following a meeting with Indonesian ministers.
Govt launches RM5 cheap menu for the hardcore poor

Govt launches RM5 cheap menu for the hardcore poor

More than 15,000 eateries nationwide will serve these meals - Salahuddin Ayub.
Malaysia plans to set up cyber security commission

Malaysia plans to set up cyber security commission

Fahmi says his ministry will cooperate with related agencies.
Hishammuddin receives letter of suspension, no reason stated

Hishammuddin receives letter of suspension, no reason stated

The letter merely states suspension pertains to breach of party ethics.

Legal fraternity bids final farewell to Sri Ram

Legal fraternity bids final farewell to Sri Ram

UPDATED 5.30PM | Many recall their memorable time with the late Federal Court judge.
Labourers seek PM’s intervention in long-standing housing problem

Labourers seek PM’s intervention in long-standing housing problem

UPDATED 4.20PM | Cameron Highlands workers submit a memo to Anwar on this matter.
Why did 'anti-nepotism' Anwar appoint Nurul Izzah as adviser, TI-M asks

Why did 'anti-nepotism' Anwar appoint Nurul Izzah as adviser, TI-M asks

UPDATED 3.43PM | It may signal that nepotism and cronyism are back, Muhammad says. 
Aide: Nurul Izzah's appointment not nepotism as it doesn't come with power

Aide: Nurul Izzah's appointment not nepotism as it doesn't come with power

Aide points out she has no authority to approve projects, tenders. 
CPI ranking drops, M'sia heading 'wrong direction' in fighting corruption

CPI ranking drops, M'sia heading 'wrong direction' in fighting corruption

UPDATED 3.29PM | Malaysia’s score has fallen six points over the past three years, says TI-M.
Green Party invites KJ, suggests he contest in Kota Damansara

Green Party invites KJ, suggests he contest in Kota Damansara

Green Party wants ex-Umno MP to fight for the environment.
Economist: Nurul Izzah capable of her new adviser role

Economist: Nurul Izzah capable of her new adviser role

Jomo says the backlash against her appointment reeks of gender bias.

Be reasonable, pay up 1MDB dues - PM tells Goldman Sachs

Be reasonable, pay up 1MDB dues - PM tells Goldman Sachs

Anwar says the US bank should not ignore its 'moral and financial responsibility'.
905 individuals arrested for illegal gambling nationwide

905 individuals arrested for illegal gambling nationwide

The operation involves seizures amounting to RM513,793.
Where are the body cameras for police force, asks DAP leader

Where are the body cameras for police force, asks DAP leader

UPDATED 11.25AM | This follows the arrest of three persons for recording a police raid on a music gig.

Myanmar invited to regional military meeting co-chaired by US

Myanmar invited to regional military meeting co-chaired by US

Attendance determined by Asean, Pentagon spokesperson says. 
Michael Jackson's nephew to play 'King of Pop' in biopic

Michael Jackson's nephew to play 'King of Pop' in biopic

The film's producer says Jaafar Jackson is the only person who can take on the role. 
COMMENT | End Little Napoleons’ power trip over stopping 'rock n’ roll'

COMMENT | End Little Napoleons’ power trip over stopping 'rock n’ roll'

Powers-that-be seems to despise art that doesn’t conform to status quo. 
Biden says no F-16s for Ukraine as Russia claims gains

Biden says no F-16s for Ukraine as Russia claims gains

Despite Zelenskiy's warning on Moscow stepping up its assault.
ADUN SPEAKS | Task force on Thomas’ memoir mala fide in nature

ADUN SPEAKS | Task force on Thomas’ memoir mala fide in nature

Government should do away with politically motivated decisions made by previous administration. 

IMF board approves US$4.7 billion support programme for Bangladesh

IMF board approves US$4.7 billion support programme for Bangladesh

It is the first country to access IMF's Resilience and Sustainability Facility.
Umno purge not the same as Anwar’s 1998 sacking

Umno purge not the same as Anwar’s 1998 sacking

Situation and Malay support for Umno vastly different in both eras. 
Covid-19 (Jan 30): 202 new cases, 2 deaths

Covid-19 (Jan 30): 202 new cases, 2 deaths

Active cases and Covid-19-related deaths are on a downtrend.
YOURSAY | Arguments aside, can Nurul Izzah do the job?

YOURSAY | Arguments aside, can Nurul Izzah do the job?

’Compared to other appointees in the past, she is more competent'.
Continuous rain warning in Sarawak, Johor and Pahang until tomorrow

Continuous rain warning in Sarawak, Johor and Pahang until tomorrow

UPDATED 9.13AM | In a warning notice MetMalaysia issued at 6.45am today.
Two former PMs hauled up to court over HSR cancellation

Two former PMs hauled up to court over HSR cancellation

A Malaysian has filed a writ of summons targeting the duo.

COMMENT | 10 overdue priorities for Anwar

COMMENT | 10 overdue priorities for Anwar

Is he up to it, or will it be much talk and no action? 
PM in 'dangerous position' over Nurul Izzah's appointment - C4

PM in 'dangerous position' over Nurul Izzah's appointment - C4

It calls out the move as nepotism and a conflict of interest. 
All countries 'dangerously unprepared' for future pandemics, says IFRC

All countries 'dangerously unprepared' for future pandemics, says IFRC

It calls on countries to update their preparedness plans by year-end.
Anwar urges S'pore to examine effects of reclamation at Batu Puteh

Anwar urges S'pore to examine effects of reclamation at Batu Puteh

'I have PM Lee's agreement to hear our arguments in the near future.'