Archive - 10 February 2023

Mahathir quits Pejuang, continues crusade under GTA

Mahathir quits Pejuang, continues crusade under GTA

Decision made after party cut ties with GTA.
Children plucked from ruins days after earthquake; death tolls tops 21,000

Children plucked from ruins days after earthquake; death tolls tops 21,000

Rescuers pick out 10-day-old baby from under the rubble.
Serba Dinamik, subsidiaries get temporary stay of winding-up order

Serba Dinamik, subsidiaries get temporary stay of winding-up order

Court orders appointed interim liquidator to be retained.
Tok Mat: New army camp soon in Felda Sahabat, Lahad Datu

Tok Mat: New army camp soon in Felda Sahabat, Lahad Datu

Camp to cost RM646.15 million, says defence minister.
‘MB-ship no biggie,’ Negeri Sembilan Bersatu offers post to KJ

‘MB-ship no biggie,’ Negeri Sembilan Bersatu offers post to KJ

'Khairy a strong leader, can add value to party,' says Eddin.
Govt launches donation drive for Turkiye, Syria quake victims

Govt launches donation drive for Turkiye, Syria quake victims

Donation period starts from today to Feb 23.
Govt to announce additional income opportunities for B40 soon

Govt to announce additional income opportunities for B40 soon

Policies and programmes to be looked into, says Rafizi.
Top Korean entertainment channel, ONE launches on Malaysia’s UNIFI TV platform

Top Korean entertainment channel, ONE launches on Malaysia’s UNIFI TV platform

KC Global Media, the leading network in Asia, announced its latest partnership with Unifi TV
Former Jelebu MP Yunus Rahmat dies, in Kuantan hospital

Former Jelebu MP Yunus Rahmat dies, in Kuantan hospital

The funeral will be held in Seremban, tomorrow.
NFCorp appeal: Bank’s witnesses not giving ‘fullest’ testimony - Shafee

NFCorp appeal: Bank’s witnesses not giving ‘fullest’ testimony - Shafee

'Witnesses 'pulling punches' about domestic inquiry against ex-employee.'
Impose moratorium on Sosma pending review, Suaram urges govt

Impose moratorium on Sosma pending review, Suaram urges govt

‘Some are held in custody for years before being produced in court.’
Uncovered - syndicate manipulating flight ticket quota for umrah

Uncovered - syndicate manipulating flight ticket quota for umrah

According to an MACC source, six individuals were nabbed in special operation. 

Halting money politics will end 'if MPs get private sector help'

Halting money politics will end 'if MPs get private sector help'

So concludes the C4 Center against corruption and cronyism.
Ministry mulling incentives for Menu Rahmah participating businesses

Ministry mulling incentives for Menu Rahmah participating businesses

Deputy minister says types of incentives under discussion.
NGO proves health officials met with vape lobbyist, after ministry's denial

NGO proves health officials met with vape lobbyist, after ministry's denial

The individual heads a vape-related NGO, it alleges.  
In ageing China, a call for 'bold' steps to cut cost of having babies

In ageing China, a call for 'bold' steps to cut cost of having babies

China's population fell last year, first time in six decades.
BOH makes it into the Malaysia Book of Records for the Largest Tea Distribution in a Thaipusam Event.

BOH makes it into the Malaysia Book of Records for the Largest Tea Distribution in a Thaipusam Event.

102,000 cups of BOH tea served at the festival
Suspension of hockey player for 'racist slur' timely move – Peja

Suspension of hockey player for 'racist slur' timely move – Peja

Faizal’s view contradicts PAS Youth chief’s call for Hanis’ suspension to be lifted. 
Trailer driver fined RM10k for careless driving

Trailer driver fined RM10k for careless driving

A woman lost her 8-month-old feotus in the resulting accident.
Ringgit ends stronger against US dollar in 4Q22

Ringgit ends stronger against US dollar in 4Q22

This comes amid encouraging global, domestic political certainty.

Malaysia records 8.7pct GDP growth in 2022, highest in over two decades

Malaysia records 8.7pct GDP growth in 2022, highest in over two decades

Private sector activity remained the key growth driver, says Bank Negara.
OPR decisions based on domestic economic environment - Nor Shamsiah

OPR decisions based on domestic economic environment - Nor Shamsiah

Bank Negara governor says OPR not tied to other central banks' decisions.
LETTER | M'sia should form a new energy policy and emulate Norway

LETTER | M'sia should form a new energy policy and emulate Norway

Norway has exploited its resources in a way that benefits its people.
Headline inflation rises to 3.3pct in 2022, expected to moderate in 2023

Headline inflation rises to 3.3pct in 2022, expected to moderate in 2023

BNM says inflation outlook remains highly subject to changes to domestic policy.
Anwar proposes a revision of the Asian Monetary Fund

Anwar proposes a revision of the Asian Monetary Fund

This will strengthen the buffer against economic crises, the PM says.
Duo charged with using forged banking statements to secure govt contracts

Duo charged with using forged banking statements to secure govt contracts

One is for maintenance job and the other for watering trees and flowers.

Covid-19: New daily cases drop below 300

Covid-19: New daily cases drop below 300

Number of cases on a downtrend compared to previous week.
Survey: Anwar gets 68pct approval rating as PM

Survey: Anwar gets 68pct approval rating as PM

UPDATED 2.53PM | Indian respondents are most pleased by his leadership, followed by the Chinese. 
LETTER | Let’s harness ChatGPT for education

LETTER | Let’s harness ChatGPT for education

It can bring new helpful innovations to the education industry.
Perak PAS chief apologised to Anwar to 'save PM's name', says son

Perak PAS chief apologised to Anwar to 'save PM's name', says son

If the case was prolonged, more dirt would have surfaced, adds Muhammad Rif'aat.

Doctor arrested for allegedly molesting child patient

Doctor arrested for allegedly molesting child patient

The victim claimed the doctor opened her blouse and touched her breast.
Five M'sians rescued from scam syndicates in Myanmar

Five M'sians rescued from scam syndicates in Myanmar

They are expected to arrive home by Feb 15.
No need to display road tax stickers on private vehicles anymore – Loke

No need to display road tax stickers on private vehicles anymore – Loke

UPDATED 1.48PM | The process will be digitised and improve RTD’s services, he says. 
Health Ministry forms task force to draft White Paper on vaccine deals

Health Ministry forms task force to draft White Paper on vaccine deals

White Paper will scrutinise emergency-era vaccine procurement, Zaliha says. 
Focus on nurturing talents, not imposing dress codes, varsities told

Focus on nurturing talents, not imposing dress codes, varsities told

DAP lawmaker says restrictive dress codes may hamper creativity, critical thinking.
Amanah leader: Apology to Anwar a blow to 'slanderous' PN campaign

Amanah leader: Apology to Anwar a blow to 'slanderous' PN campaign

Amanah Perak chief says GE15's 'green wave' stems from such methods.
Syahredzan: Unexpected results real chance for M'sia to move forward

Syahredzan: Unexpected results real chance for M'sia to move forward

DAP man hopes new dynamic will see shift away from divisive politics.
Hopes of finding more survivors in Turkey earthquake fade

Hopes of finding more survivors in Turkey earthquake fade

Death toll has soared to more than 17,000.

Finland to discuss Nato ratification that may leave Sweden behind

Finland to discuss Nato ratification that may leave Sweden behind

Nato-member, Turkiye is ‘not positive’ on Sweden over certain issues. 
US may target Chinese entities linked to spy balloon

US may target Chinese entities linked to spy balloon

White House is under pressure from its lawmakers to reveal more details. 
Coach wants action against pervasive racism in sports

Coach wants action against pervasive racism in sports

Racism can devastate country’s sports industry, says Sathianathan.
COMMENT | Credibility? What credibility, Bersatu?

COMMENT | Credibility? What credibility, Bersatu?

Bersatu is filled with self-serving and treacherous politicians. 
Film Censorship Board seeks to engage with creative industry players

Film Censorship Board seeks to engage with creative industry players

It seeks their feedback on amendments to the FCB guidelines.
YOURSAY | Be rakyat-centric, allow targeted EPF withdrawals

YOURSAY | Be rakyat-centric, allow targeted EPF withdrawals

‘These groups of people are in desperate state’
Case of guard sacked by US Embassy to proceed in Industrial Court

Case of guard sacked by US Embassy to proceed in Industrial Court

Case begins Feb 16 - ending failed bids by US govt to put it off.
Blast from the past: Thomas interviews Karpal, Sri Ram

Blast from the past: Thomas interviews Karpal, Sri Ram

Ex-AG shares 1986 interview with 'legends' on judicial crisis.
M'sia will not condone violence to resolve any conflict in Southern Thailand

M'sia will not condone violence to resolve any conflict in Southern Thailand

Anwar pledges to do whatever is required to facilitate the peace process.
Football and religion

Football and religion

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