Archive - 1 February 2023

Sabah cabinet approves name change of two ministries

Sabah cabinet approves name change of two ministries

Objective, function and role of the ministries would be clearer, says CM.
Don't rule out Azmin returning as Selangor MB, says PN man

Don't rule out Azmin returning as Selangor MB, says PN man

Opportunities are always open for him to return, says Tanjong Karang MP.
Hamzah claims govt using MACC to 'kill' Bersatu's reputation

Hamzah claims govt using MACC to 'kill' Bersatu's reputation

UPDATED 7.55PM | PN sec-gen expresses disappointment over the actions.
Zafrul confirms contesting for Umno supreme council post

Zafrul confirms contesting for Umno supreme council post

Move necessary to build political foundation, he says.
Pharmacists support making anti-HIV drug available to all

Pharmacists support making anti-HIV drug available to all

Malaysian Pharmacists Society weighs in amid religious controversy over the prevention medicine.
MMA: Govt must compensate doctors affected by last-minute postings

MMA: Govt must compensate doctors affected by last-minute postings

This causes inconveniences and 'impacts their financial, physical capabilities'.
Deputy minister alarmed as Sg Buloh prison overflows with inmates

Deputy minister alarmed as Sg Buloh prison overflows with inmates

It was designed to hold 2,500 prisoners but there are more than 4,500.
Federal govt ready to discuss with S’wak to take back Bintulu Port - Loke

Federal govt ready to discuss with S’wak to take back Bintulu Port - Loke

It needs to go through various legal processes, says the minister.
Tawau murder case: Remand for eight cops extended seven days

Tawau murder case: Remand for eight cops extended seven days

Over the murder of an e-hailing driver in an oil palm estate.
Grab drivers' pay cut hindering govt recovery efforts - MP

Grab drivers' pay cut hindering govt recovery efforts - MP

Sany laments fare drop from 70 to 25 sen per km.
Grilled on Zahid, Anwar asks: Why refer to him personally?

Grilled on Zahid, Anwar asks: Why refer to him personally?

Let’s not ‘prejudge the case’, PM tells Bloomberg
Think-tank Ideas thinks appointing Nurul Izzah bad idea

Think-tank Ideas thinks appointing Nurul Izzah bad idea

'This can lead to questions on nepotism, conflict of interest.'
Bersatu accounts frozen over RM300m 'contributions', claims MACC source

Bersatu accounts frozen over RM300m 'contributions', claims MACC source

UPDATED 4.50PM | The funds were allegedly from contractors who were awarded projects.
Dissolution of Kedah assembly after June 18 – Sanusi

Dissolution of Kedah assembly after June 18 – Sanusi

I have to consider several occasions including Ramadan and Aidilfitri, he says. 

Racism belts bad tune at AR Rahman concert, Rafidah fumes

Racism belts bad tune at AR Rahman concert, Rafidah fumes

Ex-minister takes a swipe at controversial race-tinged postings.
Covid-19 admissions up 63pct last week - Health DG

Covid-19 admissions up 63pct last week - Health DG

Number of positive cases showed a drop nationwide.
LETTER | Nurul Izzah, your appointment an insult to civil service

LETTER | Nurul Izzah, your appointment an insult to civil service

Will your contract be terminated if civil servants criticise your dad?
Agong wants federal territories to be distinguished, sustainable

Agong wants federal territories to be distinguished, sustainable

The King also expressed his concern about flash floods.
US and allies mark anniversary of Myanmar coup with more sanctions

US and allies mark anniversary of Myanmar coup with more sanctions

Human Rights Watch, however, says Washington’s sanctions are not enough. 
PM: Govt aims to turn Federal Territories into smart cities by 2030

PM: Govt aims to turn Federal Territories into smart cities by 2030

UPDATED 2.03PM | This is in line with Malaysia Madani concept, Anwar says. 
Stop 481ha Malacca reclamation project, environment at risk - groups

Stop 481ha Malacca reclamation project, environment at risk - groups

Groups warn of risk to fishing zone, mangroves, gazetted marine park.
Film classification 2023 takes effect today

Film classification 2023 takes effect today

This will help people to choose suitable content, Saifuddin says. 
COMMENT | Government must focus on combating xenomisia

COMMENT | Government must focus on combating xenomisia

Government agencies and education must promote inclusivity and respect human rights. 
Unemployed man charged with murdering 91-year-old woman

Unemployed man charged with murdering 91-year-old woman

He will face death penalty if found guilty. 
LETTER | EU-Asean thwarts the threat of totalitarianism

LETTER | EU-Asean thwarts the threat of totalitarianism

Both blocs must intensify efforts to promote democracy in volatile nations. 
GPS-DAP trade barbs over RM30m flagpole

GPS-DAP trade barbs over RM30m flagpole

The project is part of Sarawak's efforts to beautify Kuching waterfront.
Tun Faisal latest to be given the boot in Umno purge

Tun Faisal latest to be given the boot in Umno purge

He allegedly violated the party's code of ethics.

Blinken meets Abbas, says US opposes Israeli settlement expansion

Blinken meets Abbas, says US opposes Israeli settlement expansion

The US state secretary and the Palestinian president meet in Ramallah.
Baldwin charged for 'recklessness' in 'Rust' shooting

Baldwin charged for 'recklessness' in 'Rust' shooting

Set armourer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed charged with two counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Another massive Malacca reclamation project: This time a deep-sea port

Another massive Malacca reclamation project: This time a deep-sea port

EIA report: Project will affect the area's environment and fisherfolk's livelihood. 
'Netanyahu will consider Ukraine-Russia mediator role if asked'

'Netanyahu will consider Ukraine-Russia mediator role if asked'

It has to be at ‘right time and right circumstances’, he tells CNN
'Hands off Africa,' Pope Francis tells rich world

'Hands off Africa,' Pope Francis tells rich world

People are more precious than natural resources, he says. 
YOURSAY | We are fighting a losing battle against corruption

YOURSAY | We are fighting a losing battle against corruption

'There was no strong will, effort or determination to eradicate corruption'. 
Rural development programmes should be relevant to current needs - DPM

Rural development programmes should be relevant to current needs - DPM

We'll have to examine the effectiveness of those implemented, says Zahid.
Differences of opinion welcomed in Umno - party president

Differences of opinion welcomed in Umno - party president

I place great importance on party unity, says Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
COMMENT | Well-known and respected, Sri Ram is hard to replace

COMMENT | Well-known and respected, Sri Ram is hard to replace

His death is a huge loss to the nation.
PM defends adviser

PM defends adviser

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