Archive - 3 May 2023

‘Enough is enough’: Johor ruler speaks out against political instability talks

‘Enough is enough’: Johor ruler speaks out against political instability talks

‘How long must Malaysians endure this?’ 
Telcos welcome govt’s dual 5G network decision

Telcos welcome govt’s dual 5G network decision

This will encourage better adoption and affordability, they say. 
OPR hike reflects Malaysia’s economic resilience, say economists

OPR hike reflects Malaysia’s economic resilience, say economists

It is also to support nation’s sustainable growth momentum, they add.  
M’sia committed to improving Tier 3 spot in US TIP report – Saifuddin

M’sia committed to improving Tier 3 spot in US TIP report – Saifuddin

It was mentioned during a meeting with US envoy, he says.  
MOH mulls giving Tdap vaccine to pregnant women

MOH mulls giving Tdap vaccine to pregnant women

This is to protect babies until they complete primary vaccine series - Zaliha.
Malaysiakini apologises, Guan Eng, 9 reps deny article

Malaysiakini apologises, Guan Eng, 9 reps deny article

‘We respect decisions made by party on electoral candidature.’ 
Let’s work and improve together, Fahmi urges media

Let’s work and improve together, Fahmi urges media

This was in relation to his open rebuke toward Berita Harian in March. 
LETTER | Zahid, the ‘malignant growth’ in Madani govt

LETTER | Zahid, the ‘malignant growth’ in Madani govt

Anwar should clip Umno’s wings before it causes his downfall. 
MyEG given 3 year non-exclusive extension on RTD services

MyEG given 3 year non-exclusive extension on RTD services

UPDATED 11.59PM | It will be one of the service providers, Loke says. 
We have right to set our own policies, Fahmi tells EU, US on 5G

We have right to set our own policies, Fahmi tells EU, US on 5G

UPDATED 5.06PM | They warn of national security risks over Huawei's potential involvement.
Govt to end DNB 5G monopoly once 80pct coverage achieved

Govt to end DNB 5G monopoly once 80pct coverage achieved

UPDATED 7.05PM | Minister Fahmi says govt to then switch to dual-network model.
Loke, Chow in the dark over Guan Eng for Penang CM plot

Loke, Chow in the dark over Guan Eng for Penang CM plot

UPDATED 7.27PM | Both say they have not received any complaints from party's elected reps.
Bank Negara raises OPR to 3 percent

Bank Negara raises OPR to 3 percent

UPDATED 3.36PM | Interest rates are now back to pre-pandemic levels.
M’sians can renew driving licences up to 10 years starting May 8 – Loke

M’sians can renew driving licences up to 10 years starting May 8 – Loke

Those renewing for 10 years will be charged RM270. 
Power cut, vacated homes torn down as Koskan Tambahan holdouts rue fate

Power cut, vacated homes torn down as Koskan Tambahan holdouts rue fate

UPDATED 5.19PM | Remaining residents agonise over where to go once their homes are gone.
Hadi, PAS heavyweights to attend Kedah open house

Hadi, PAS heavyweights to attend Kedah open house

This comes after PM kicked off official open house in PAS-controlled state.
US stands with Philippines over 'intimidation' in South China Sea - official

US stands with Philippines over 'intimidation' in South China Sea - official

US deeply concerned with continued intimidation, harassment of Philippine vessels.
What’s happening in Sudan? Fighting in Khartoum explained

What’s happening in Sudan? Fighting in Khartoum explained

Hundreds of people have been killed since the conflict erupted.
Elderly, children at higher risk of heatstroke

Elderly, children at higher risk of heatstroke

However, all should be careful as everyone exposed to hot weather at risk.
COMMENT | Modus operandi to manage intra-coalition dissent needed

COMMENT | Modus operandi to manage intra-coalition dissent needed

It’s necessary to keep the lid on unruly dissent within unity govt. 
Ex-cop remanded seven days over robbery

Ex-cop remanded seven days over robbery

Case is being investigated under Section 395/397 of the Penal Code.
Royale Chulan Hotel, Enhance Hospitality with Smart Parking

Royale Chulan Hotel, Enhance Hospitality with Smart Parking

The Royale Chulan Hotel even extends its hospitality to parking, where visitors and hotel guests can park their cars comfortably and experience the cashless parking by adopting TimeTec Smart Parking System.
SME association slams call to increase employers' share of EPF

SME association slams call to increase employers' share of EPF

Samenta calls proposal counterproductive, will do more harm to Malaysians.
M'sia attains highest world press freedom ranking ever

M'sia attains highest world press freedom ranking ever

The country ranks 73, up from 113 last year.
Shifting MM2H back to Motac will ease process, increase govt revenue

Shifting MM2H back to Motac will ease process, increase govt revenue

Changes in rules resulted in many shunning the country.
LETTER | Politicians, please focus on nation building

LETTER | Politicians, please focus on nation building

Engineering yet another coup will just drag the country down further.
LETTER | All states should adopt Act 672

LETTER | All states should adopt Act 672

System for solid waste separation at source should be implemented nationwide. 
PAS top brass signs Dr M's 'Malay proclamation'

PAS top brass signs Dr M's 'Malay proclamation'

Hadi says he supported the proclamation based on Islamic principles.
Bella abuse case: Siti Bainun gets 12 years' jail

Bella abuse case: Siti Bainun gets 12 years' jail

UPDATED 3.04PM | Rumah Bonda founder to also perform 200 hours of community service upon release.
Hot weather: Students, teachers allowed to wear sports attire

Hot weather: Students, teachers allowed to wear sports attire

MOE says neckties are also not mandatory for students wearing school uniforms.
LETTER | Ex-CJ knows best on generational end game

LETTER | Ex-CJ knows best on generational end game

The policy is discriminatory and reinforces the 'government-knows-best' attitude.
Analysis: M’sian workers need more clout to demand better pay, conditions

Analysis: M’sian workers need more clout to demand better pay, conditions

Implementation of minimum wage has been slow going.
ADUN SPEAKS | MACC should be answerable to Parliament

ADUN SPEAKS | MACC should be answerable to Parliament

Why place graft buster under EAIC which is only an investigation agency?
Vengadesan reflects on soundtrack of his life with third book

Vengadesan reflects on soundtrack of his life with third book

Author was always intrigued by the story behind the music.
State health dept: 12-year-old boy in Kluang didn't die of heatstroke

State health dept: 12-year-old boy in Kluang didn't die of heatstroke

Cause of death was septic shock secondary to meningoencephalitis.
YOURSAY | DAP leaders won't take Ong's view on KJ kindly

YOURSAY | DAP leaders won't take Ong's view on KJ kindly

‘Are you saying DAP lacks PM-calibre candidates, Ong?'
Hot weather: Power rationing in Sabah due to high demand - SESB

Hot weather: Power rationing in Sabah due to high demand - SESB

It’s also to prevent supply disruptions.
Air force, Metmalaysia conduct cloud seeding operations

Air force, Metmalaysia conduct cloud seeding operations

It also involves Nadma and Penang government. 
Govt mulls placing MACC under EAIC's purview

Govt mulls placing MACC under EAIC's purview

Pro-tem committee also looking at proposals to strengthen EAIC’s authority. 
Even more political appointments

Even more political appointments

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