Archive - 22 March 2023

Malaysia ready to cooperate with Afghanistan - PM

Malaysia ready to cooperate with Afghanistan - PM

'They cannot deny women's right to education,' Anwar says.
China okays its first mRNA vaccine, from drugmaker CSPC

China okays its first mRNA vaccine, from drugmaker CSPC

Breakthrough vaccine lacks domestic buzz as Chinese focus on economy.
Klang Valley Komuter, Electric Train Service hit by power outage

Klang Valley Komuter, Electric Train Service hit by power outage

Twitter users rant on social media, share their bad experiences.
Change of guard at Immigration Department

Change of guard at Immigration Department

Khairul Dzaimee now heads legal affairs at PM Dept.
Johor flood victims can apply for 4 categories of aid - minister

Johor flood victims can apply for 4 categories of aid - minister

Aid includes RM10k for every family member who died.
Zahid announces 3 new Umno state chairpersons

Zahid announces 3 new Umno state chairpersons

New supreme council members took oaths before party chief.
Observing the new moon of Ramadan

Observing the new moon of Ramadan

KINILENS | Jakim astrologers use precision optical instruments.
Coalition govt's national convention on May 14 - Zahid

Coalition govt's national convention on May 14 - Zahid

Important for us to continue defending govt, Umno chief says.
Muslims begin Ramadan fast tomorrow

Muslims begin Ramadan fast tomorrow

Date set following sightings of new moon at 29 locations tonight.
Privacy Club apologises for inviting 'Thai Hot Guy'

Privacy Club apologises for inviting 'Thai Hot Guy'

It also affirms the cancellation after a police visit.
Hadi: PAS chooses peace and democracy

Hadi: PAS chooses peace and democracy

He recalls the party's past ties with those who are now its political foes.
Aaron blames media for 'fanning flames' on sensitive issues

Aaron blames media for 'fanning flames' on sensitive issues

Stop acting like instigators, warns minister.
Premium Supermarket Village Grocer Opens at Gamuda Walk, Kota Kemuning

Premium Supermarket Village Grocer Opens at Gamuda Walk, Kota Kemuning

The twenty-fifth outlet of premium supermarket Village Grocer has opened in a neighbourhood mall in the heart of Kota Kemuning. 
Umno makes Asyraf new sec-gen, replaces Ahmad Maslan

Umno makes Asyraf new sec-gen, replaces Ahmad Maslan

UPDATED 10.26PM | Minister Azalina made party information chief.

Bersih welcomes 10 new PSSCs but voices concern over composition

Bersih welcomes 10 new PSSCs but voices concern over composition

It's not enough to include all govt backbenchers and opposition MPs, says group.
Stop harassing Mentega Terbang cast - civil society group urges govt

Stop harassing Mentega Terbang cast - civil society group urges govt

They also want the authorities to take all measures to ensure their safety.
'Thai Hot Guy' show cancelled on our orders - cops

'Thai Hot Guy' show cancelled on our orders - cops

UPDATED 5.43PM | Police have issued a stern warning against the programme organiser.
PSM Youth opposes Mara chief's paid-MRSM proposal

PSM Youth opposes Mara chief's paid-MRSM proposal

The idea contradicts MRSM's original mission to help the B40 group, it says.

Anti-Drugs Agency clarifies the number of disabled drug addicts

Anti-Drugs Agency clarifies the number of disabled drug addicts

Only 1,141 persons with disabilities currently undergoing rehabilitation, it says.
Najib given permission to undergo treatment at HKL - home minister

Najib given permission to undergo treatment at HKL - home minister

Saifuddin says ex-PM being treated for a lung infection.
Conquering Insomnia this World Sleep Day with  the New Insomnia Treatment, Dayvigo

Conquering Insomnia this World Sleep Day with the New Insomnia Treatment, Dayvigo

The incidence of insomnia is rising and to combat this, appropriate education, awareness initiatives, and therapies must be provided to individuals needing them.
'Govt leader' should be arrested for sedition, Mahathir strikes back

'Govt leader' should be arrested for sedition, Mahathir strikes back

He reacts to Nazri's call to book Dr M for sowing hatred.
NGO expresses concerns on new Penang highway construction

NGO expresses concerns on new Penang highway construction

Penang Forum cites soil erosion and risks of landslides.
Wan Saiful to file representation on graft charges

Wan Saiful to file representation on graft charges

He will submit the representation to the Attorney-General's Chambers.
'Don't go lah YB', deputy minister tells PAS MP on 'hot guy' show

'Don't go lah YB', deputy minister tells PAS MP on 'hot guy' show

PARLIAMENT | Ugak also notes such programmes have nothing to do with the government.
Consumers at 'moderate level' on awareness when making purchases

Consumers at 'moderate level' on awareness when making purchases

PARLIAMENT | Fuziah says the ministry plans to improve the National Consumer Policy. 
Kit Siang: Read Dr M's Vision 2020 challenges to know where we failed

Kit Siang: Read Dr M's Vision 2020 challenges to know where we failed

DAP veteran says ex-PM himself seems to have abandoned the policy.
Lalamove Promotes Its Ramadan Bazaar Activity With A Pre-Fasting Month Free Coffee Time-Out At Plaza 33

Lalamove Promotes Its Ramadan Bazaar Activity With A Pre-Fasting Month Free Coffee Time-Out At Plaza 33

Lalamove, the leading on-demand delivery platform, welcomed the holy month of Ramadan with a free The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf refreshment giveaway at Plaza33, Petaling Jaya on 21 March 2023.
'Operate canteens even if non-Muslim students less than 10pct'

'Operate canteens even if non-Muslim students less than 10pct'

Minister says not all Muslim children are required to fast especially at an early age.
Don't be like Donald Trump - Guan Eng tells Muhyiddin

Don't be like Donald Trump - Guan Eng tells Muhyiddin

Campaign on facts, not lies, says DAP leader.
'We won't do worse than when Pagoh was PM' - Rafizi jabs

'We won't do worse than when Pagoh was PM' - Rafizi jabs

PARLIAMENT | UPDATED 2.20PM | Minister swipes at Muhyiddin when responding to his stimulus package suggestion.
Almost 7,000 medical officers, specialists resigned from MOH since 2018

Almost 7,000 medical officers, specialists resigned from MOH since 2018

PARLIAMENT | Deputy health minister says 1,651 pharmacy officers also quit during the same period.
Decriminalising suicide likely to be tabled this Parliament sitting

Decriminalising suicide likely to be tabled this Parliament sitting

PARLIAMENT | In-depth study on the issue has been conducted, says deputy minister.
PM's aide, home minister zoom in on approval for 'buff waiter' show

PM's aide, home minister zoom in on approval for 'buff waiter' show

UPDATED 3.40PM | 'We will find out where they got their approval from,' says Saifuddin.
Stand-up comedy hearing: Trial can be held at house or hospital - judge

Stand-up comedy hearing: Trial can be held at house or hospital - judge

She issues this warning after accused didn't up show up again.
US city pays US$750k after cops spray swastika in suspect's car

US city pays US$750k after cops spray swastika in suspect's car

The payout settles a lawsuit by the victim.
TikTok CEO: App has never shared US data with Chinese govt

TikTok CEO: App has never shared US data with Chinese govt

Shou states unequivocally that TikTok is not an 'agent of China'.
Sompo Welfare Foundation grants RM32,000 to Seven Tea One Sdn Bhd for Halal Herbal Tea Centre

Sompo Welfare Foundation grants RM32,000 to Seven Tea One Sdn Bhd for Halal Herbal Tea Centre

The Sompo Welfare Foundation (“The Foundation”) presented a cheque amounting to RM32,000 to Seven Tea One Sdn Bhd (“Seven Tea One”). Seven Tea One is among the four recipients of the Foundation's FY2022 International Social Welfare Grant outside Japan.
Health Ministry revokes notification for 6 cosmetic products

Health Ministry revokes notification for 6 cosmetic products

The products are found to contain scheduled poisons.
LFL: Lawyer's suspension a blow to state of justice in S'pore

LFL: Lawyer's suspension a blow to state of justice in S'pore

It claims Ravi was punished for speaking without fear or favour.
UPM denies curbing campus democracy with screening rules

UPM denies curbing campus democracy with screening rules

Election committee says the rules are to prevent 'provocation' and 'incitement'.
Khairy: 'Bossku' Najib still influential in Umno behind prison bars

Khairy: 'Bossku' Najib still influential in Umno behind prison bars

Many in current supreme council are ex-PM's loyalists, says former minister.

Putrajaya won't reveal revenue numbers for Sabah due to suit

Putrajaya won't reveal revenue numbers for Sabah due to suit

PM says it has potential sub judice implications.
MyIX continues to grow from strength to strength in 2023

MyIX continues to grow from strength to strength in 2023

When it was first conceived in 2006, it was an initiative well ahead of its time. Thanks to the vision of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) which saw the potential benefits of such an initiative for Malaysia.
PAS sees red over 'Thai Hot Guy' at club opening during Ramadan

PAS sees red over 'Thai Hot Guy' at club opening during Ramadan

It promotes hedonism, obscenity and free sex culture, says party sec-gen.

Tiktok: We are guided by community guidelines, not govt directives

Tiktok: We are guided by community guidelines, not govt directives

UPDATED 4.36PM | Official notes however there has been no govt attempt to interfere.
COMMENT | The cat got your tongue?

COMMENT | The cat got your tongue?

Two things I can't stand about kampung life: Stray cats and cat lovers.
KINIGUIDE | How do foundations get and benefit from tax exemptions?

KINIGUIDE | How do foundations get and benefit from tax exemptions?

This grabs public attention after Albukhary Foundation's tax-exempt status was revealed.
YOURSAY | The Mahathir dilemma

YOURSAY | The Mahathir dilemma

‘He is baiting the authorities to take action.’
US to soon decide on second round of Omicron-tailored boosters - WSJ

US to soon decide on second round of Omicron-tailored boosters - WSJ

Boosters target those 65 and above and immunocompromised.
10 new PSSCs come with stronger oversight

10 new PSSCs come with stronger oversight

Guidelines were newly approved for witnesses appearing before the committees.
Executive Committee on Food Security Policy seeks more input

Executive Committee on Food Security Policy seeks more input

The panel wants more parties involved in the country's food security.
Racist 'conspiracies'

Racist 'conspiracies'

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