Archive - 6 April 2023

Extortion video: Cops done taking statements from five individuals

Extortion video: Cops done taking statements from five individuals

Police to call two more to assist in the investigation.
Nazlan's case is under judiciary’s authority, Azalina reiterates

Nazlan's case is under judiciary’s authority, Azalina reiterates

Minister says she was performing her duties by writing to Shafee.
Sexual crime against children: Law will be amended further next House sitting

Sexual crime against children: Law will be amended further next House sitting

Government will not compromise on children's safety – Azalina. 
‘Double Six’ crash: Ex-CM hopes declassified report will silence accusers

‘Double Six’ crash: Ex-CM hopes declassified report will silence accusers

Accept the report and stop propagating conspiracies, Harris Salleh tells detractors. 
COMMENT | Bar Council not entirely accurate about probing judges

COMMENT | Bar Council not entirely accurate about probing judges

Judges are not beyond reproach, as what chief justice has said. 
More than 10 permanent forest reserves in Johor have been explored illegally

More than 10 permanent forest reserves in Johor have been explored illegally

This has been done by the Orang Asli and irresponsible parties.
15k ex-prisoners, inmates targeted to get jobs this year

15k ex-prisoners, inmates targeted to get jobs this year

This will help nation reduce reliance on migrant workers, Sivakumar says. 
Crackhouse Comedy Club owner files second representation to drop charges

Crackhouse Comedy Club owner files second representation to drop charges

This is on Rizal Van Geyzel's charges on racial sensitivity videos.
Lawyers accuse MACC of exceeding jurisdiction in Nazlan probe

Lawyers accuse MACC of exceeding jurisdiction in Nazlan probe

This looks like an attempt to undermine judiciary, Ambiga claims. 
Top US, Philippine officials to meet after expanding defence pact

Top US, Philippine officials to meet after expanding defence pact

United States is poised to gain access to four more Philippine military bases. 
Nearly 10k children still waiting for citizenship - Home Ministry

Nearly 10k children still waiting for citizenship - Home Ministry

Children bearing the brunt of government’s indifference, NGOs say. 
Higher education town hall: Students disappointed by 'no-answer' replies

Higher education town hall: Students disappointed by 'no-answer' replies

‘Ministry was playing safe and no in-depth answers provided’.

Geely's RM30b investment opens a new page for the national EV ecosystem

Geely's RM30b investment opens a new page for the national EV ecosystem

An Automotive High-Tech Valley will be developed - Science Minister Chang.
Loke: MRT 2 ridership only at 40pct, too early to assess impact

Loke: MRT 2 ridership only at 40pct, too early to assess impact

Our target is for 200k people to use Putrajaya line daily, he says. 
Earth Hour 2023: ATLAS Vending takes the next step in saving the planet

Earth Hour 2023: ATLAS Vending takes the next step in saving the planet

ATLAS Vending launched a series of events to celebrate Earth Hour 2023 starting with collaborations with local universities and NGOs.
Bank Negara continues to hold discussions to improve PEP procedures - MOF

Bank Negara continues to hold discussions to improve PEP procedures - MOF

These are processes and procedures related to politically exposed persons.
Domestic Trade Ministry hopes more hotels will join Payung Rahmah initiative

Domestic Trade Ministry hopes more hotels will join Payung Rahmah initiative

It hopes more hospitality companies will help increase tourism sector growth.
One-day diagnosis for slow learners possible via govt's one-stop centre

One-day diagnosis for slow learners possible via govt's one-stop centre

It can be done through Education Ministry's screening programme.
KINIGUIDE | What is the significance of the Double Six Crash?

KINIGUIDE | What is the significance of the Double Six Crash?

Sabah CM and three state ministers were among 11 killed in the 1976 plane crash.
May 17 decision on Bersatu's bid to lift ex-PM’s travel ban, unfreeze accounts

May 17 decision on Bersatu's bid to lift ex-PM’s travel ban, unfreeze accounts

UPDATED 4.05PM | Judge has heard oral submissions from both parties.
July 6 hearing of Loh’s bid to remove Maips from custody case

July 6 hearing of Loh’s bid to remove Maips from custody case

She's appealing against appellate court's decision in February.
TNB lights up lives with IJN Foundation

TNB lights up lives with IJN Foundation

In collaboration with TNB, IJN Foundation refurbished its dormitory for family members of patients.
ANALYSIS | To convict Trump on hush money charges, prosecutors must...

ANALYSIS | To convict Trump on hush money charges, prosecutors must...

They must prove the ex-president 'knowingly tried to cover up a crime'.
Lawyer confirms Azalina's letter on Nazlan probe, minister keeps mum

Lawyer confirms Azalina's letter on Nazlan probe, minister keeps mum

Letter 'confirms MACC finding that there was conflict of interest'.
TikToker apologises for making 'selling kidney' viral video

TikToker apologises for making 'selling kidney' viral video

The netizen says he hoped to gain more followers to settle debt issues.
Kit Siang - lift ban on 'Golden Son' book about Sabah crash victim

Kit Siang - lift ban on 'Golden Son' book about Sabah crash victim

Govt had banned the book under ISA two years after 1976 tragedy. 
May 30 verdict on whether ex-Labuan MP needs to enter defence

May 30 verdict on whether ex-Labuan MP needs to enter defence

This is over power abuse case linked to his tenure in LPA.
LETTER | Abolishment of the death penalty a step in the right direction

LETTER | Abolishment of the death penalty a step in the right direction

34 offences under Malaysian law impose the death sentence.
Embark on a Journey to the Heart with PICO

Embark on a Journey to the Heart with PICO

From March 1st 2023 to April 30th 2023, PICO is offering customers who purchase a 128GB (RM1,688) and 256GB (RM1,899) variant of PICO 4 headset a chance to get their hearts pumped with a free starter pack worth RM453.43 to start out their virtual reality journey. 
PN names three MPs to negotiate on opposition allocations

PN names three MPs to negotiate on opposition allocations

Hamzah, Takiyuddin, and Radzi will hold talks with DPM Fadillah.
LETTER | Beware of cheap or free tours

LETTER | Beware of cheap or free tours

Be wary of such tours - and cheap goods prices - overseas.
Absence in Parliament: Top PN leaders 'can't even ask questions'

Absence in Parliament: Top PN leaders 'can't even ask questions'

Tuan Ibrahim points out govt MPs' attendance was worse when PM not around. 
Huawei and bKash Strengthen Partnership to Deepen Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh to Support the SDGs

Huawei and bKash Strengthen Partnership to Deepen Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh to Support the SDGs

Huawei and bKash agreed to deepen partnership in Bangladesh, to further drive financial inclusion and enable more people to participate in and benefit from digital economy in the country.
Azeez appointed Keda chair, Syed Ibrahim heads MDEC

Azeez appointed Keda chair, Syed Ibrahim heads MDEC

UPDATED 2.08PM | DPM says Azeez's appointment will strengthen Putrajaya-Kedah ties.
UM doctor wins prestigious global award for cancer research

UM doctor wins prestigious global award for cancer research

Woo established innovative cervical screening programme. 
Scholarships galore when you study nursing

Scholarships galore when you study nursing

Healthcare is a stable industry, the nursing profession is noble, there is much job satisfaction in helping people get well, and the work is never boring because it is different almost every day.
COMMENT | An eye for an eye makes us all blind

COMMENT | An eye for an eye makes us all blind

We must rejoice that the death penalty is, for now, on the retreat.
Two migrant workers killed in Simpang Pulai quarry mishap

Two migrant workers killed in Simpang Pulai quarry mishap

Fire dept says excavator they were operating overturned. 
'Operation Cookie Monster': International police action seizes dark web market

'Operation Cookie Monster': International police action seizes dark web market

Website hosts online credentials stolen from 2m people.

Mandatory death penalty: Long road to reform across five govts

Mandatory death penalty: Long road to reform across five govts

It began in 2007, when a Sabahan youth was on death row in Singapore.
YOURSAY | No need to teach kids bootlicking skills

YOURSAY | No need to teach kids bootlicking skills

'Schools are meant to prepare them for adult life, not who to vote.'
COMMENT | The Anwar and Zahid show

COMMENT | The Anwar and Zahid show

Will Anwar and Zahid forestall a theocratic takeover?
Fact-check: The taxi driver who walked 312km

Fact-check: The taxi driver who walked 312km

There is widespread scepticism regarding his feat.
‘I did not sleep for 48hrs during Johor-Istana Negara walk’

‘I did not sleep for 48hrs during Johor-Istana Negara walk’

Taxi driver shares his long journey in championing EPF issue. 
[duduk by EcoWorld] The latest Buzz in Town: Live your best life and get ready to be WOW-ed!

[duduk by EcoWorld] The latest Buzz in Town: Live your best life and get ready to be WOW-ed!

duduk by EcoWorld introduces you to an exciting concept of vertical living lifestyle
Dodo Mat Recognized for Best in E-Retail at SOBA 2022

Dodo Mat Recognized for Best in E-Retail at SOBA 2022

Producing quality car mats that are easy to clean and customizable in size and color
COMMENT | Najib's SRC review and the dissenting judgment

COMMENT | Najib's SRC review and the dissenting judgment

'I write this as a private citizen and a member of the Bar, where I practise.'