Archive - 11 March 2023

Hamzah: Bersatu leadership rejects Muhyiddin’s resignation

Hamzah: Bersatu leadership rejects Muhyiddin’s resignation

'Corruption charges not in Muhyiddin's personal capacity.'
Daughters of Zahid, Najib lead comfortably in Umno polls

Daughters of Zahid, Najib lead comfortably in Umno polls

Najib’s son Naziffuddin likely lost Umno Youth vice-chair post.
30pct of MyKid cards uncollected by parents, guardians

30pct of MyKid cards uncollected by parents, guardians

If cards not claimed, they will be disposed of.
Bersatu to make official statement on Muhyiddin's post - Azmin

Bersatu to make official statement on Muhyiddin's post - Azmin

Muhyiddin's Bersatu presidency is in question after corruption charges.
C4: PN claim of political interference 'not completely baseless'

C4: PN claim of political interference 'not completely baseless'

Remove MACC from direct influence of PM, group urges.
Noraini pulls clear of Shahrizat in Umno Wanita battle

Noraini pulls clear of Shahrizat in Umno Wanita battle

UPDATED 12.35PM | Noraini leads 56 votes to 35, 96 needed to win.
Police probing video believed to involve ex-high rank cop, wife

Police probing video believed to involve ex-high rank cop, wife

Prosecutors need time to review case, KL police chief says.
Wan Fayhsal not defending Bersatu Youth top spot, aiming higher

Wan Fayhsal not defending Bersatu Youth top spot, aiming higher

Machang MP intends to contend for a supreme council post.
Employers Federation: EFP-Socso merge not feasible

Employers Federation: EFP-Socso merge not feasible

The organisation says both were created for different purposes.
Malacca exco set to win race for Umno Youth chief

Malacca exco set to win race for Umno Youth chief

Contenders are trailing far behind Muhamad Akmal Saleh.
Umno's registration: Govt policy is there's no policy - Takiyuddin

Umno's registration: Govt policy is there's no policy - Takiyuddin

Saifuddin's decision sets precedent, says PAS sec-gen.
Tom Hanks is the best of the worst at the 2023 Razzies for 'Elvis' role

Tom Hanks is the best of the worst at the 2023 Razzies for 'Elvis' role

Fans and critics have criticised his 'atrocious' accent in the film.
Indonesia's Merapi volcano erupts, spews hot cloud

Indonesia's Merapi volcano erupts, spews hot cloud

Lava flow of 1.5km observed.
Mahdzir: Umno eyeing seats in upcoming Kedah poll

Mahdzir: Umno eyeing seats in upcoming Kedah poll

Party vice-president says final decision up to national leadership.
Bersatu expected to keep Muhyiddin as president - Wan Saiful

Bersatu expected to keep Muhyiddin as president - Wan Saiful

Members want Muhyiddin to stay, Bersatu leader says.
Anwar: EPF collateral for loan plan does not involve withdrawal

Anwar: EPF collateral for loan plan does not involve withdrawal

PM says plan will only apply to those in 'dire straits'.
PKR MP points out MACC chief, AG both appointed by Muhyiddin

PKR MP points out MACC chief, AG both appointed by Muhyiddin

As such, issue of 'selective prosecution' does not arise, he says.
Shahidan: Normal for opposition to desire returning to power

Shahidan: Normal for opposition to desire returning to power

Arau MP also denies there are plans to topple current govt.
Khairuddin slams usage of mosques, surau to attack political opponents

Khairuddin slams usage of mosques, surau to attack political opponents

Religious premises for unifying Muslim community, not to sow division, he says.
Cops to summon Muhyiddin solidarity event organiser for questioning

Cops to summon Muhyiddin solidarity event organiser for questioning

Police have identified several individuals.
Ministry to introduce safe sports code on March 15 - Yeoh

Ministry to introduce safe sports code on March 15 - Yeoh

It includes safety aspects when dealing with harassment, bullying, and violence.
Muhyiddin's graft charges will only galvanise support for PN - Takiyuddin

Muhyiddin's graft charges will only galvanise support for PN - Takiyuddin

'The rakyat believe it is a plan to weaken PN,' he says.
Nobody asked for EPF funds as collateral, Bersatu Youth chief tells PM

Nobody asked for EPF funds as collateral, Bersatu Youth chief tells PM

UPDATED 2.16PM | 'I'm sure govt with its advisers can come up with something better.'
PM: Malaysia Madani emphasises fair development for all groups

PM: Malaysia Madani emphasises fair development for all groups

'Step should start from local authority level of each state.'
Floods: Affected smallholders to receive new farming equipment - Fadillah

Floods: Affected smallholders to receive new farming equipment - Fadillah

Those in Johor will receive assistance, says DPM.
'Politically persecuted Muhyiddin should remain party president'

'Politically persecuted Muhyiddin should remain party president'

UPDATED 1.52PM | Wan Fayhsal: Unless things are made clear by court, he should stay.
Hong Kong court jails 3 members of Tiananmen vigil group

Hong Kong court jails 3 members of Tiananmen vigil group

They are found guilty of not complying with police information request.
Tabling of citizenship amendment for overseas-born kids might be in June

Tabling of citizenship amendment for overseas-born kids might be in June

Current sitting more focused on royal address and Budget 2023. 
Sungkai rep gets public apology from daily after winning defamation suit

Sungkai rep gets public apology from daily after winning defamation suit

Defendants also have to pay Sivanesan RM320k in damages.
'Proposed fiscal responsibility act will send strong signal for public finances'

'Proposed fiscal responsibility act will send strong signal for public finances'

It's expected to be tabled in Parliament soon, says Rafizi.
ADUN SPEAKS | ‘Boomerang’ of corruption has come to haunt PN

ADUN SPEAKS | ‘Boomerang’ of corruption has come to haunt PN

What was thrown at Umno, has come back to hit PN leaders.
Apologise for 'malicious slander' or get sued - Guan Eng to Muhyiddin

Apologise for 'malicious slander' or get sued - Guan Eng to Muhyiddin

UPDATED 10.41AM | DAP leader says he never cancelled Albukhary Foundation's tax exemption.
Indonesian domestic worker hiring fee can drop to RM8K, agents to negotiate

Indonesian domestic worker hiring fee can drop to RM8K, agents to negotiate

Relenting to M'sia's request, Indonesia to study lowering RM15k max fee.
Your chances with going private via UOW Malaysia

Your chances with going private via UOW Malaysia

The question of whether to go to a private or public university bugs nearly every school student as they prepare for tertiary education.
North Korean leader Kim calls for intensified drills in case of 'real war'

North Korean leader Kim calls for intensified drills in case of 'real war'

'Fire assault sub-units should be strictly prepared.'
BOOK REVIEW | Life lessons from top lawyer using eight simple steps

BOOK REVIEW | Life lessons from top lawyer using eight simple steps

Sitpah Selvaratnam shares her experiences with readers.

Number of flood victims in three states drops further

Number of flood victims in three states drops further

The number drops to 44,277 from 46,053. 
Medic wants 'wage theft' at university hospitals to stop

Medic wants 'wage theft' at university hospitals to stop

Doctors lose up to RM980 a month working beyond official hours.
YOURSAY | M'sians need new universal teachings on morals, right living

YOURSAY | M'sians need new universal teachings on morals, right living

‘Old popular teachings failed to produce honest citizens.'
COMMENT | Muhyiddin's shrill moralism unbecoming

COMMENT | Muhyiddin's shrill moralism unbecoming

His attempt to frame graft charges as fight against evil won't fly.