Archive - 7 March 2023

Unity govt will survive until term ends - PM

Unity govt will survive until term ends - PM

Anwar confident his govt will last despite Hadi's views. 
KJ: 'Bogus' motion to protect top 2 robs Umno members of right to choose

KJ: 'Bogus' motion to protect top 2 robs Umno members of right to choose

Home minister's decision indicates ROS did rule Umno's resolution invalid, adds KJ. 
After video of squabble surfaces, ex-IGP appeals for privacy

After video of squabble surfaces, ex-IGP appeals for privacy

'This is a matter of family privacy. Do not get involved,' Musa tweets. 
AirAsia offers 62 extra flights for Aidilfitri

AirAsia offers 62 extra flights for Aidilfitri

The flights have fixed fares to seven destinations in Sabah and Sarawak. 
Govt to revive long-stalled Ombudsman Bill

Govt to revive long-stalled Ombudsman Bill

PARLIAMENT | Minister says govt intends to set up ombudsman agency with investigative powers. 
Three killed in Pangkor boat collision

Three killed in Pangkor boat collision

Cops say the identity of victims had yet to be ascertained.
Penang to appoint 'Adun angkat' following seats vacancy

Penang to appoint 'Adun angkat' following seats vacancy

This is to ensure voters there don’t feel marginalised, Chow says. 
DAP MP calls for probe against Hadi over 'topple govt' plot remark

DAP MP calls for probe against Hadi over 'topple govt' plot remark

PARLIAMENT | RSN Rayer contends it's a penal code offence.
Saifuddin’s decision raises concerns over transparency, integrity - NGOs

Saifuddin’s decision raises concerns over transparency, integrity - NGOs

Government must remove home minister’s discretionary powers over ROS’ decision. 
Hadi proves PN only cares about 'backdoor' power grab, claims Loke

Hadi proves PN only cares about 'backdoor' power grab, claims Loke

This is over Hadi's prediction about govt's imminent collapse.

Floods: PAS Youth censures 'clueless constituency-hopper' Anwar

Floods: PAS Youth censures 'clueless constituency-hopper' Anwar

This is regarding PM's remark on channelling flood aid to victims directly. 
100 days: KJ gives B-, says grade good despite 'albatross' Zahid

100 days: KJ gives B-, says grade good despite 'albatross' Zahid

He describes the Umno chief as a political burden for the prime minister.
COMMENT | UUCA, a bane to varsities’ and student development

COMMENT | UUCA, a bane to varsities’ and student development

Government should undertake reform proposals made by Maszlee during his ministerial tenure. 
After RM67b award, Sulu sultan's heirs target M'sian properties in Paris

After RM67b award, Sulu sultan's heirs target M'sian properties in Paris

However, M'sian embassy officials block French bailiffs from entering properties.
More than 70pct of 1MDB's assets, funds recovered - MACC

More than 70pct of 1MDB's assets, funds recovered - MACC

Its chief Azam Baki says tracing the remaining 30pct ongoing.
Explain alleged ROS letter to Umno, home minister urged

Explain alleged ROS letter to Umno, home minister urged

PARLIAMENT | PAS leader points out alleged contradictions in the matter.
'Home Ministry's exemption proves Umno constitution not breached'

'Home Ministry's exemption proves Umno constitution not breached'

It’s not the first time Umno president, deputy posts left uncontested – Ahmad Maslan. 
Desperate to survive, Mukhriz steps out of dad's shadow

Desperate to survive, Mukhriz steps out of dad's shadow

However, they continue to share an ideological bond premised on race-based politics.
Govt to hold talks with banks to seek moratorium for flood victims

Govt to hold talks with banks to seek moratorium for flood victims

This follows appeal by Johor which was badly hit by floods.
Women in Tech: How do we champion the digital era while embracing equality?

Women in Tech: How do we champion the digital era while embracing equality?

As of 2020, women made up 47.7% of Malaysia's population, yet their labour force participation rate was only 55.5% in 2021 - compared to 80.9% for men. So we cannot help but beg the question: What is keeping women from being key players in the digital era?
Penang nominates ex-MIC leader's son as senator despite backlash

Penang nominates ex-MIC leader's son as senator despite backlash

DAP grassroots decry the choice as the nominee is a newcomer.

More Covid patients admitted to public hospitals last week - DG

More Covid patients admitted to public hospitals last week - DG

New Covid cases undergoing home monitoring increased 321 pct.
Mind your words, don't challenge Malay rulers - Anwar tells Hadi

Mind your words, don't challenge Malay rulers - Anwar tells Hadi

This is over PAS chief's remark on the ban on politicians delivering sermons in mosques.
MCMC considering regulatory action against Awesome Broadcasting

MCMC considering regulatory action against Awesome Broadcasting

Awesome TV report claimed number of civil servants will be reduced.
Review luxury tax or risk losing revenue, Ismail Sabri urges govt

Review luxury tax or risk losing revenue, Ismail Sabri urges govt

PARLIAMENT | It will affect Malaysia's position as a shopping haven for foreign tourists.  
Santhara’s 55-day leave to NZ during MCO 'not morally right', Najib testifies

Santhara’s 55-day leave to NZ during MCO 'not morally right', Najib testifies

'As deputy minister, you should be with people and show concern.'  
Melaka Gateway project: NGO chides ‘misinformed’ Loke

Melaka Gateway project: NGO chides ‘misinformed’ Loke

Minister should visit the site and listen to our grouses, it says. 
PM: At least 10 M'sian companies keen to invest in Indonesia's new capital

PM: At least 10 M'sian companies keen to invest in Indonesia's new capital

Nine are from the peninsula and one from Sarawak.
‘Political stability, clear policies key factors for Amazon's investment in M’sia’

‘Political stability, clear policies key factors for Amazon's investment in M’sia’

Amazon’s RM25.5b investment will boost foreign investors’ confidence too – PM. 
Stop dreaming of toppling unity govt, J-Kom tells PAS

Stop dreaming of toppling unity govt, J-Kom tells PAS

Its director says it's not easy with anti-hopping law in place. 
Saifuddin’s decision on Umno polls ‘suspicious’, complainant claims

Saifuddin’s decision on Umno polls ‘suspicious’, complainant claims

It seems to ‘confirm’ irregularities, Aizat alleges. 
ALTY: En Route To Building A Comprehensive Orthopaedic Care Ecosystem In Malaysia

ALTY: En Route To Building A Comprehensive Orthopaedic Care Ecosystem In Malaysia

ALTY aims to transform the underpenetrated orthopaedic health care sector in Malaysia
'Undemocratic and childish' - PSM slams Bersatu duo's termination as reps

'Undemocratic and childish' - PSM slams Bersatu duo's termination as reps

Arutchelvan warns this would reflect negatively on Penang Harapan.
LETTER | Kudos to govt for its plan to reform EIA reports

LETTER | Kudos to govt for its plan to reform EIA reports

We need qualified and independent consultants to provide EIA reports. 
PM moots discussion on equal funding for opposition MPs

PM moots discussion on equal funding for opposition MPs

UPDATED 11.56AM | PARLIAMENT | Anwar says he doesn't reject giving such allocations to the opposition.

COMMENT | Concerts boost economy - it's not rocket science

COMMENT | Concerts boost economy - it's not rocket science

Malaysia often picked last in touring circuit of international acts.
PM wants Finance Ministry feared for its strict governance

PM wants Finance Ministry feared for its strict governance

UPDATED 2.58PM | Don’t allow malpractice to happen, Anwar says. 
Majority of Umno members against working with DAP - Shahidan

Majority of Umno members against working with DAP - Shahidan

Arau MP says his love is for PN and PAS now.

Unions seek to bring France to halt to block pension reform

Unions seek to bring France to halt to block pension reform

Despite massive protests, French government insists on the proposed legislation.  
IJN Foundation & Nu Skin Malaysia: Marking 15 years together in supporting underprivileged with congenital heart defects

IJN Foundation & Nu Skin Malaysia: Marking 15 years together in supporting underprivileged with congenital heart defects

IJN Foundation and Nu Skin join hands to fund heart surgeries for needy children
North Korea warns US against shooting down missile tests

North Korea warns US against shooting down missile tests

Pacific Ocean doesn’t belong to US or Japan, Kim Yo Jong says. 
Wan Saiful’s alleged research officer charged

Wan Saiful’s alleged research officer charged

UPDATED 10.57AM | This is linked to purported obstruction of MACC investigation.
Saifuddin exempts Umno from deregistration

Saifuddin exempts Umno from deregistration

UPDATED 9.46AM | Ministerial power used to exempt compliance with Societies Act.

Australian officials warn of bushfire threat as heatwave grips Sydney

Australian officials warn of bushfire threat as heatwave grips Sydney

The heat hits Sydney after two years of frequent flooding and rain.
COMMENT | Govt must explain RM18b gap in 1MDB-IPIC deal

COMMENT | Govt must explain RM18b gap in 1MDB-IPIC deal

Together with the Goldman Sachs deal, the gap exceeds RM40 billion.
YOURSAY | Vernacular schools easy target for politicians

YOURSAY | Vernacular schools easy target for politicians

'Mukhriz adopts narrow racist stance to gain attention.'
Internet access issue to be resolved by June - Fahmi

Internet access issue to be resolved by June - Fahmi

Telecommunications firms to aid in finding appropriate solutions.
Ukraine vows not to give up on Bakhmut amid constant Russian attacks

Ukraine vows not to give up on Bakhmut amid constant Russian attacks

Russia is hoping to make its first major wartime gain there.
Ras Adiba to receive 2023 International Women of Courage Award

Ras Adiba to receive 2023 International Women of Courage Award

The handicapped senator has been selflessly advocating for vulnerable populations.
Johor MB appeals for moratorium to ease flood victims' burden

Johor MB appeals for moratorium to ease flood victims' burden

Johoreans are facing challenging times due to floods. 
Telegram abuse: Minister wants engagement for now, not ban

Telegram abuse: Minister wants engagement for now, not ban

We have summoned its operator for talks, says Fahmi Fadzil.