Archive - 13 March 2023

Jana Wibawa dragnet: 'Datuk Roy' surrenders himself to MACC

Jana Wibawa dragnet: 'Datuk Roy' surrenders himself to MACC

He turned himself in earlier this evening. 
Impact M'sia denies running 'Christian evangelist' programme

Impact M'sia denies running 'Christian evangelist' programme

Agency under Youth and Sports Ministry clarifies 'Projek Artikel 11' involves several faiths. 
Kedah MB: State govt can choose different Kulim airport developer if needed

Kedah MB: State govt can choose different Kulim airport developer if needed

MB says there are other capable companies if Albukhary Group withdraws from project. 
Deputy minister expects probe on Hamzah's 'files'

Deputy minister expects probe on Hamzah's 'files'

PARLIAMENT | Ramkarpal says MACC can lodge report to initiate investigation. 
Jana Wibawa: Latest arrests involve relatives who 'scammed' politician's son

Jana Wibawa: Latest arrests involve relatives who 'scammed' politician's son

The tangled web also allegedly includes a MACC officer.
DBKL issues over 1,500 notices for smoking offences

DBKL issues over 1,500 notices for smoking offences

Those violating no-smoking zones face RM250 fine. 
Dividend payout to govt based on affordability - Petronas

Dividend payout to govt based on affordability - Petronas

Its CEO says Petronas has been asked to pay between RM35b and RM40b. 
Overzealous dress code enforcement violation of govt guidelines - Ngeh

Overzealous dress code enforcement violation of govt guidelines - Ngeh

PARLIAMENT | Beruas MP points out it goes against a circular issued in 2020.
PM's aide lodges report against Muhyiddin over persecution claim

PM's aide lodges report against Muhyiddin over persecution claim

UPDATED 7.20PM | Pol sec says Bersatu chief's remarks are slanderous and insulting.
MPs now given 10-minute grace period for bloc voting

MPs now given 10-minute grace period for bloc voting

PARLIAMENT | Dewan Rakyat speaker says current 2 minutes too short.
Bali wants to tighten visa requirements for Russians, Ukrainians

Bali wants to tighten visa requirements for Russians, Ukrainians

Local official says this is due to a series of infractions.
Putin ally says US, UK sowing deception over Nord Stream blasts

Putin ally says US, UK sowing deception over Nord Stream blasts

US officials suggested a pro-Ukraine group attacked the pipelines.
Petronas posts higher Q4 profit, sees lower oil prices in 2023

Petronas posts higher Q4 profit, sees lower oil prices in 2023

State oil firm sees 55pct jump in quarterly profit on higher energy prices. 
Egypt withholding identity papers from dissidents abroad - rights group

Egypt withholding identity papers from dissidents abroad - rights group

Human Rights Watch has interviewed 26 Egyptians living in several countries. 
UK doctors begin strike likely to be 'most disruptive' for health service

UK doctors begin strike likely to be 'most disruptive' for health service

Healthcare staff are demanding a pay rise that better reflects inflations.
Anwar congratulates Yeoh on Oscar win

Anwar congratulates Yeoh on Oscar win

'Hopefully her achievement will continue to inspire all local artists and filmmakers.'
Saravanan says India trip for prayers, no link to egg import

Saravanan says India trip for prayers, no link to egg import

MIC leader clarifies it was coincidence he bumped into Mat Sabu, Deepak.
Azalina: Govt investigating if any M'sians aided Sulu claimants

Azalina: Govt investigating if any M'sians aided Sulu claimants

Act of treason punishable by death, minister says.
Official: Noraini stays as Wanita Umno head, Akmal new youth chief

Official: Noraini stays as Wanita Umno head, Akmal new youth chief

Najib and Zahid’s daughters win Puteri, Wanita exco seats, respectively. 
TalentCorp launches Women Empowerment Month (WEM) 2023, celebrates talents who are creating positive impact

TalentCorp launches Women Empowerment Month (WEM) 2023, celebrates talents who are creating positive impact

Celebrates talents who are creating positive impact
HRD CORP announces NHCCE 2023 - Northern Region

HRD CORP announces NHCCE 2023 - Northern Region

Agency collaborates with PSDC to bring the highly popular human capital conference to northern industry players
Tuan Ibrahim quashes PAS leaving PN rumours

Tuan Ibrahim quashes PAS leaving PN rumours

Top PAS leaders absent from Bersatu’s AGM over the weekend.
Govt reviewing UUCA to allow student participation in politics

Govt reviewing UUCA to allow student participation in politics

It will also allow undergrads to manage student movements in varsities. 
Taylor’s College to reward five of the nation’s inspiring educators with RM10,000

Taylor’s College to reward five of the nation’s inspiring educators with RM10,000

RISE Educator Award is back again to celebrate and honour some of the nation’s most inspiring educators.
Actor Hafidz Roshdi charged with hurting wife

Actor Hafidz Roshdi charged with hurting wife

UPDATED 3.57PM | Judge orders him to get psychiatric help. 
Malaysia Technology Expo will take centerstage on the 16th to 18th March 2023 at the World Trade Centre

Malaysia Technology Expo will take centerstage on the 16th to 18th March 2023 at the World Trade Centre

Whether you're a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, or industry professional, MTE 2023 is the perfect platform
Proton, Perodua still meet criteria as national carmakers - deputy minister

Proton, Perodua still meet criteria as national carmakers - deputy minister

PARLIAMENT | The two companies are still in adherence to conditions under NAP 2020.
Guan Eng drubs Muhyiddin's 'perverted logic' on responsibility

Guan Eng drubs Muhyiddin's 'perverted logic' on responsibility

He insists he has no part in Albukhary Foundation’s tax-exemption revocation. 
Key takeaways from China's annual NPC parliamentary meeting

Key takeaways from China's annual NPC parliamentary meeting

Xi Jinping will be president for another term, instals allies in positions.
‘Datuk Roy' wanted to assist in Jana Wibawa case

‘Datuk Roy' wanted to assist in Jana Wibawa case

He is believed to be the mastermind behind graft case. 
Najib’s SRC review: Apex court sets verdict on March 31

Najib’s SRC review: Apex court sets verdict on March 31

Defence confirms ex-PM will know fate on the date.
LETTER | Enforcement agencies must be independent

LETTER | Enforcement agencies must be independent

Government must place MACC and police under Parliament. 
Egg import firm threatens to sue Azmin

Egg import firm threatens to sue Azmin

However, the firm does not comment on Azmin's Deepak claims.

Women's march organiser slams cops for probe against rally

Women's march organiser slams cops for probe against rally

They remind govt of its history of protests, wants PAA reviewed.
LETTER | New tolled highway will not win new voters

LETTER | New tolled highway will not win new voters

Make toll concessions more transparent, no hidden agenda.
July 9 next year full hearing of Azam Baki’s suit against whistleblower

July 9 next year full hearing of Azam Baki’s suit against whistleblower

The MACC chief is suing Lalitha in his personal capacity. 
Govt may strengthen 'Akta Sakit Hati', regulate social media

Govt may strengthen 'Akta Sakit Hati', regulate social media

PARLIAMENT | Proposal to increase penalty under Section 233.
LETTER | Revive and revitalise patriotism to combat corruption

LETTER | Revive and revitalise patriotism to combat corruption

Make it compulsory for every building to hoist the Malaysian flag. 
Fashion police fiasco: MP urges govt to end moral policing

Fashion police fiasco: MP urges govt to end moral policing

Previous government’s ministers have spoken against it too, Kulasegaran says.  
M'sian artist attacked in S'pore, undergoes surgery

M'sian artist attacked in S'pore, undergoes surgery

UPDATED 3.20PM | 'I hope everyone prays for our safety,' says celebrity Kamal Adli's wife.
New Kedah opposition leader replacing Parliament speaker Johari

New Kedah opposition leader replacing Parliament speaker Johari

Gurun seat vacant until end of state govt term.
LETTER | Price tagging laws must be enforced

LETTER | Price tagging laws must be enforced

Many eateries in Penang Island were found flouting the regulation. 
Kedah assembly appoints Bayu rep, state PAS secretary as senators

Kedah assembly appoints Bayu rep, state PAS secretary as senators

Their appointments are proposed by Menteri Besar Sanusi.
Selangor sultan: Ban on politics at mosques due to divisive partisanship

Selangor sultan: Ban on politics at mosques due to divisive partisanship

Monarch hopes upcoming state polls candidates will follow rules.
Michelle Yeoh creates history, wins Oscar for best actress

Michelle Yeoh creates history, wins Oscar for best actress

UPDATED 12.52PM | The Ipoh-born is the first Asian actress to win in this category.
‘All Quiet on the Western Front' wins Oscar for best international film

‘All Quiet on the Western Front' wins Oscar for best international film

The film receives nominations for 9 categories.

MACC source: Enough evidence for charges over bribes to Marang voters

MACC source: Enough evidence for charges over bribes to Marang voters

The suspect is an alleged PAS member.
LETTER | Remove Saifuddin from Home Ministry

LETTER | Remove Saifuddin from Home Ministry

We need a home minister who respects rule of law and justice. 
Digital Shariah-Compliant Investment Platform by Saturna

Digital Shariah-Compliant Investment Platform by Saturna

The platform offers easy clicks for investors to access funds guided by Islamic principles
Jana Wibawa: Muhyiddin claims trial to RM5m money laundering charge

Jana Wibawa: Muhyiddin claims trial to RM5m money laundering charge

UPDATED 10.48PM | Ex-PM is accused of committing the offence in his capacity as Bersatu president.
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N Korea fires missiles from submarine at underwater target

N Korea fires missiles from submarine at underwater target

This comes as US and South Korea plan to hold military drills. 
COMMENT | GE15 ethnic voting analysis - Part 1: An introduction

COMMENT | GE15 ethnic voting analysis - Part 1: An introduction

Transformative shifts are taking place in electoral politics.
LETTER | Creating a credible carbon marketplace in Malaysia

LETTER | Creating a credible carbon marketplace in Malaysia

We cannot achieve net zero target by 2050 unless enforced by law. 
COMMENT | Muhyiddin plays a small but vital role for PAS

COMMENT | Muhyiddin plays a small but vital role for PAS

'Abah wave' is more acceptable than 'green wave' to fence-sitters. 
YOURSAY | Muhyiddin deflects legal woes onto political foes

YOURSAY | Muhyiddin deflects legal woes onto political foes

’Your charges are based on abuse of power.’
Doctors: Will we be paid for working extended hours at govt clinics?

Doctors: Will we be paid for working extended hours at govt clinics?

They urge the ministry to have proper planning and directives to avoid any confusion.
COMMENT | Lee Zii Jia must work on his mental strength

COMMENT | Lee Zii Jia must work on his mental strength

Take your sweet time to think and plan your next move.
Muhyiddin's abuse of power case

Muhyiddin's abuse of power case

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about

Political donations to govt party, opposition not the same - source

Political donations to govt party, opposition not the same - source

Opposition is not in a position to hand out favours to their donors.
Breach of OSA if Hamzah kept Home Ministry files - PKR MP

Breach of OSA if Hamzah kept Home Ministry files - PKR MP

Hassan says ministers are also bound by their oaths to maintain secrets.