Archive - 4 March 2023

Mahathir dissociates himself from Mukhriz's political moves

Mahathir dissociates himself from Mukhriz's political moves

'Mukhriz can do whatever he likes.'
Azalina: I was not involved in AG's reappointment

Azalina: I was not involved in AG's reappointment

Law minister points out AG only accountable to PM. 
'Muslims shouldn't be involved in films against Islamic creed'

'Muslims shouldn't be involved in films against Islamic creed'

Umno ulama council says action should be taken against films touching on religious sensitivities. 
Zuraida sides with PN for upcoming state elections

Zuraida sides with PN for upcoming state elections

'I'm not supporting Harapan or BN as they formed a coalition govt, not a mixed one.'
MTUC urges govt to expedite implementation of living wage

MTUC urges govt to expedite implementation of living wage

This is to improve the livelihoods of workers, it says. 
'Govt may change electoral boundaries to reduce Malay constituencies'

'Govt may change electoral boundaries to reduce Malay constituencies'

Ex-PM claims this will in turn increase 'non-Malay constituencies'. 
Karamunting rep quits Warisan, joins Gagasan Rakyat

Karamunting rep quits Warisan, joins Gagasan Rakyat

Hiew says he did it for the people who want an end to political instability. 
MCA central-level polls on Sept 24

MCA central-level polls on Sept 24

For its youth and women’s wings, polling will take place on Sept 23. 
Four Penang PN state reps to attend sitting, debate motion on their ouster

Four Penang PN state reps to attend sitting, debate motion on their ouster

Afif Bahardin accuses state govt of abusing legislation to vacate their seats.
Bersih lauds govt for institutional reforms in first 100 days

Bersih lauds govt for institutional reforms in first 100 days

Electoral watchdog urges more changes as govt promised. 
LETTER | How can Pejuang change Malay political landscape if it joins PN?

LETTER | How can Pejuang change Malay political landscape if it joins PN?

It is a starting point for Pejuang to finally have a place to start expanding.
Chief secretary Zuki heads awards list on Perak sultan's birthday

Chief secretary Zuki heads awards list on Perak sultan's birthday

Sultan Nazrin awards him the title of Datuk Seri.
Urgent RM1k aid to be given to all flood victims - minister

Urgent RM1k aid to be given to all flood victims - minister

Armizan says the cash will be distributed by Nadma.
US judge orders ex-Goldman banker Leissner to forfeit RM195m

US judge orders ex-Goldman banker Leissner to forfeit RM195m

He is also told to surrender 3.3m shares in beverages company.
COMMENT | Quickly form Media Council to check and balance govt

COMMENT | Quickly form Media Council to check and balance govt

News orgs act as watchdogs of administrative, legislative, and judiciary.
Arrest of Bersatu treasurer is to pressure party - Hamzah

Arrest of Bersatu treasurer is to pressure party - Hamzah

'No reasonable cause for MACC to remand Salleh,' sec-gen says.
EPF delivers competitive returns amid tough investment climate in 2022, reaffirms focus to rebuild members' savings

EPF delivers competitive returns amid tough investment climate in 2022, reaffirms focus to rebuild members' savings

As at 31 December 2022, the EPF recorded a lower total gross investment income of RM55.33 billion, compared to RM68.89 billion in 2021, driven by high market volatility and lower valuations across equity and fixed income markets.
Actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61 after suffering brain aneurysm

Actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61 after suffering brain aneurysm

He was known for tough-guy roles and chaotic personal history.
EPF declares 5.35pct dividends, 4.75pct for syariah accounts

EPF declares 5.35pct dividends, 4.75pct for syariah accounts

UPDATED 3.40PM | This is lower than last year's dividends.
Wee: MCA could sit out all six state elections

Wee: MCA could sit out all six state elections

Party has no negotiation power, says Ayer Hitam MP.
COMMENT | Anwar's survival and the middle ground

COMMENT | Anwar's survival and the middle ground

How long govt lasts depends on Malay support.
Terengganu Harapan chief takes aim at PAS over Menu Rahmah

Terengganu Harapan chief takes aim at PAS over Menu Rahmah

Kamarul says party being insensitive to issues faced by common folk.
Ex-Goldman banker Ng deserves 15 years in prison, US prosecutors say

Ex-Goldman banker Ng deserves 15 years in prison, US prosecutors say

Former banker to be sentenced on March 9 after guilty verdict.
Urgent flood mitigation, insurance needed, says ex-Klang MP

Urgent flood mitigation, insurance needed, says ex-Klang MP

Charles Santiago says govt needs to enact measures to shield vulnerable communities.
Royal couple extend condolences to late ex-MCA president's family

Royal couple extend condolences to late ex-MCA president's family

The late Lee San Choon passed away at 88 yesterday.
Surveys must be scientific to reflect reality - Merdeka Center director

Surveys must be scientific to reflect reality - Merdeka Center director

Ibrahim Suffian responds to survey commissioned by 5 media organisations. 
COMMENT | The odd couple: Hadi and Dr Mahathir

COMMENT | The odd couple: Hadi and Dr Mahathir

Once sworn enemies, it seems they have now teamed up.
Mentega Terbang screening out of our purview - censorship board

Mentega Terbang screening out of our purview - censorship board

UPDATED 11.03AM | Film available online, outside jurisdiction, LPF says.
Anwar's 100 days: Analysts laud tax move, addressing inequality

Anwar's 100 days: Analysts laud tax move, addressing inequality

However, they caution expectation of populace is high. 
Elderly woman 4th flood fatality in Johor

Elderly woman 4th flood fatality in Johor

Victim, 68, was found by her neighbour.
Biden, Scholz vow to punish Russia for war in Ukraine

Biden, Scholz vow to punish Russia for war in Ukraine

Discussion included how to respond if China provided military aid to Russia.
Despite mixed feelings, many still rooting for Anwar's govt

Despite mixed feelings, many still rooting for Anwar's govt

They hope he lives up to 'Father of Reformation' title.
No good picture of Covid due to lack of monitoring – doctor

No good picture of Covid due to lack of monitoring – doctor

Worried new variants emerge, nobody knows, Balachandran says.
Phase 2 of Putrajaya MRT2 line to start operations on March 16

Phase 2 of Putrajaya MRT2 line to start operations on March 16

Tests for the MRT2 showed positive development, says Loke.
Anwar's 'Malay dilemma'

Anwar's 'Malay dilemma'

Survival depends on neutralising PN’s ethno-nationalist onslaught, says Wong.
COMMENT | A house divided against itself

COMMENT | A house divided against itself

Malaysia’s racialised politics destroying Malays and non-Malays alike. 
YOURSAY | Anwar is on a ‘destruction of image’ binge

YOURSAY | Anwar is on a ‘destruction of image’ binge

'In suing MP Awang Hashim, you do yourself no favours.'