Archive - 19 March 2023

Muda ignored again, still waiting to meet Harapan on role in govt

Muda ignored again, still waiting to meet Harapan on role in govt

It has been left out of a coalition govt meeting for the second time.
PM commits to abolishing some UUCA provisions

PM commits to abolishing some UUCA provisions

Anwar says this will empower students, academicians and lecturers.
Hassan backs Anwar's warning, but cautions against Dr M tactics

Hassan backs Anwar's warning, but cautions against Dr M tactics

Malaysia currently facing racial tensions akin to the Ops Lalang prelude.

Govt will look into Touch ‘n Go monopoly, says Anwar

Govt will look into Touch ‘n Go monopoly, says Anwar

There has not been any convincing progress with the system, PM adds.
PM treats Malays worse than colonials, says Dr M after rally cancelled

PM treats Malays worse than colonials, says Dr M after rally cancelled

Ex-PM also implies govt torpedoed the 'Malay proclamation' event.

Cops continue probe on cancelled 'Jom Ziarah Gereja' programme

Cops continue probe on cancelled 'Jom Ziarah Gereja' programme

KL police chief says a report has been lodged on the case.
Teacher shortage persists as new school year starts

Teacher shortage persists as new school year starts

Subjects affected are Design and Technology, English, Malay and Islamic Studies, says DG.
'Why does Deepak share same address with egg importer director?'

'Why does Deepak share same address with egg importer director?'

Wee reproduces document showing director Jeena Giri sharing same address with Deepak. 
Kadir: Anwar stuck in time warp, past burdens

Kadir: Anwar stuck in time warp, past burdens

PM should bury the hatchet and move on, he says.  
Putin visits Mariupol as part of surprise tour of occupied Ukraine

Putin visits Mariupol as part of surprise tour of occupied Ukraine

Observers see this as an act of defiance over international court’s warrant. 
Egypt hosts Israeli-Palestinian talks in push for pre-Ramadan calm

Egypt hosts Israeli-Palestinian talks in push for pre-Ramadan calm

The effort is backed by US and Jordan. 
'Just dissolve if can't win elections' - Loke takes jibe at Gerakan

'Just dissolve if can't win elections' - Loke takes jibe at Gerakan

DAP sec-gen urges his party to take Gerakan's rise and fall as a lesson. 
Johor proposes setting up climate change, flood management committee

Johor proposes setting up climate change, flood management committee

It will consist of Johor assemblypersons across parties. 
States offering land for free will be prioritised for PPR projects – Nga

States offering land for free will be prioritised for PPR projects – Nga

This will help us provide quality housing to people, he says. 
Mat Sabu: Local egg production showing signs of stability

Mat Sabu: Local egg production showing signs of stability

He projects it will recover by end of this year. 
Kelantan not sidelined, Nga assures MB at joint function

Kelantan not sidelined, Nga assures MB at joint function

Kelantan received over RM2b in allocation this year, minister says. 
Zahid's camp dominates Umno polls outcome

Zahid's camp dominates Umno polls outcome

Results seem to cement Zahid's grip on the nationalist party. 
Umno polls: Incumbent division chiefs lose in Kangar, Tangga Batu

Umno polls: Incumbent division chiefs lose in Kangar, Tangga Batu

Fathul Bari takes Azlan Man's place as Kangar division head, Rais Yasin wins in Tangga Batu. 
Claims of mass rally to topple govt untrue - police

Claims of mass rally to topple govt untrue - police

Authorities urge public not to make irresponsible statements. 
COMMENT | Of social order, bigots and creepology

COMMENT | Of social order, bigots and creepology

Rabble-rousers are often those who have nothing to lose. 
Minister: Menu Rahmah for all, non-halal restaurants can use label

Minister: Menu Rahmah for all, non-halal restaurants can use label

Salahuddin explains Rahmah term goes beyond race and religion despite its Arabic roots.
'Punishing non-filial children not the way to go in protecting seniors'

'Punishing non-filial children not the way to go in protecting seniors'

Experts say education is always a better approach.
Paris police, protesters clash again over Macron's pension reform

Paris police, protesters clash again over Macron's pension reform

Many refuse to work until the government backtracks on the plan. 
Trump expects to be arrested on Tuesday, calls for protests

Trump expects to be arrested on Tuesday, calls for protests

This comes as the ex-president is seeking another White House bid. 
Khaled, Wan Rosdy and Johari new Umno vice-presidents

Khaled, Wan Rosdy and Johari new Umno vice-presidents

Wan Rosdy secures the most votes, while Johari comes in third. 
Less than 5pct of Umno division polls faced issues - Zahid

Less than 5pct of Umno division polls faced issues - Zahid

Party’s election committee will prepare detailed report on 2 incidents, he adds. 
MCMC urges editors, social media admins to act on incendiary comments

MCMC urges editors, social media admins to act on incendiary comments

Commission warns of stern action against perpetrators. 
COMMENT | Are Malays unhappy with Anwar?

COMMENT | Are Malays unhappy with Anwar?

Only power-hungry Malay leaders are upset with the prime minister.  
YOURSAY | When it comes to religion, opponents quick to pounce

YOURSAY | When it comes to religion, opponents quick to pounce

'Hit them hard on governance and corruption issues instead.'
Umno suspends Shahelmey’s membership for 6 years

Umno suspends Shahelmey’s membership for 6 years

Bung confirms the move, Sabah deputy CM says he has not received official word. 
Fight mars Lahad Datu Umno division polls

Fight mars Lahad Datu Umno division polls

Suspects have been identified.