Archive - 25 February 2023

M'sia strongly condemns Israeli attack in Nablus

M'sia strongly condemns Israeli attack in Nablus

Heinous acts constitute crimes against humanity, Foreign Ministry says.
MTUC: Budget handouts are paltry, reform wages best way forward

MTUC: Budget handouts are paltry, reform wages best way forward

Move from minimum wage to living wage, Veeriah adds.
Azalina throws in name as 8th contender for Umno VP posts

Azalina throws in name as 8th contender for Umno VP posts

Contenders include Pahang MB and Titiwangsa MP.
Warning of severe-level continuous rain in Sarawak until Monday

Warning of severe-level continuous rain in Sarawak until Monday

Selangor, Putrajaya, KL to experience continuous rain Tuesday to Wednesday.
Minister to discuss allocation for non-Muslim houses of worship

Minister to discuss allocation for non-Muslim houses of worship

Sivakumar points out first time Hindu temples receiving allocations.
More allocation helps sustainability development - minister

More allocation helps sustainability development - minister

Budget helps protect natural treasures, better disaster management, Nik Nazmi says.
Marcos seeks unity as Philippines marks 'people power' anniversary

Marcos seeks unity as Philippines marks 'people power' anniversary

The Philippines celebrates 37th anniversary of 'people power' revolution. 
Budget 2023: Internet coverage main focus of Communication Ministry - Teo

Budget 2023: Internet coverage main focus of Communication Ministry - Teo

Ministry to use RM725m allocation to expedite upgrading work, digital connectivity projects. 
Budget 2023 addresses poverty in education - minister

Budget 2023 addresses poverty in education - minister

Govt tackling malnutrition, lack of digital devices, dilapidated schools, says Fadhlina.
Activist praises govt for dedicated unit against child porn, urges broader efforts

Activist praises govt for dedicated unit against child porn, urges broader efforts

Activist wants govt to focus on whole spectrum of Online Child Sexual Abuse Materials. 
Umno polls to spur teamwork, not personal glory - Khaled Nordin

Umno polls to spur teamwork, not personal glory - Khaled Nordin

'We're aware Umno is not like what it was before.'
Establishing Children's Development Dept in stages - minister

Establishing Children's Development Dept in stages - minister

Nancy says ministry wants to set up department this year.
Bersih rues lack of constituency funds for opposition reps

Bersih rues lack of constituency funds for opposition reps

Govt's decision could cost it in state polls, NGO says.
13 still missing after Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand

13 still missing after Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand

Heavy rain prompts evacuations on the country's North Island.
Zahid: Bill related to contract governance will be tabled in Parliament

Zahid: Bill related to contract governance will be tabled in Parliament

Enactment of the law is crucial to curb leakages, says DPM.
Luxury tax good move but won't replace GST - CAP

Luxury tax good move but won't replace GST - CAP

‘More significant action needed to address rising cost of living.’
US CDC advisers: Not enough data to support multiple annual Covid boosters

US CDC advisers: Not enough data to support multiple annual Covid boosters

CDC, USFDA working on how to best update Covid-19 vaccines.
Reezal Merican to run for Umno vice-presidency

Reezal Merican to run for Umno vice-presidency

Ex-minister says he can serve party 24/7 since he's no longer part of govt.
COMMENT | Factions in the force: IGP's warning better late than never

COMMENT | Factions in the force: IGP's warning better late than never

Past indications of their presence went myopically unchallenged. 

Group disappointed with govt’s no EPF withdrawal decision

Group disappointed with govt’s no EPF withdrawal decision

PM should be more understanding of people's suffering, says GHRF.
Dr Mahathir joins Putra

Dr Mahathir joins Putra

13 others who left Pejuang also enter Putra. 
Waiver of settlers' loans impacted Felda's cash flow - Idris

Waiver of settlers' loans impacted Felda's cash flow - Idris

'Repayment to continue to ensure Felda's survival.'
Deloitte M'sia: Higher tax on the rich may increase revenue by 4pct in 2023

Deloitte M'sia: Higher tax on the rich may increase revenue by 4pct in 2023

Decision to offer 100pct penalty waiver for voluntary income disclosures laudable. 
LETTER | Recommence work of abolishing UUCA

LETTER | Recommence work of abolishing UUCA

Remain committed to original intentions and manifesto.
Communication Ministry to hold talks on 5G with DNB, telcos

Communication Ministry to hold talks on 5G with DNB, telcos

We want DNB to be managed more transparently, Fahmi says. 
Rights group: Budget not progressive enough on gender issues

Rights group: Budget not progressive enough on gender issues

'More can be done to ensure it is truly gender-responsive.'
YOURSAY | Fighting corruption mantra pointless

YOURSAY | Fighting corruption mantra pointless

'If partners in govt carry heavy baggage, it won’t mean a thing.’
Digital connectivity in schools needs efficient planning - NUTP

Digital connectivity in schools needs efficient planning - NUTP

It should not burden teachers due to poor planning.