Archive - 8 May 2023

Muhammad Nur appointed Ikim chairperson

Muhammad Nur appointed Ikim chairperson

This follows the death of the previous chairperson on Feb 23.
Nga: Rantau Panjang MP needs to apologise, stop lying

Nga: Rantau Panjang MP needs to apologise, stop lying

Minister says probe shows no permission given to use fire hydrant.
Debtors enslaved by illegal moneylenders to harass other borrowers

Debtors enslaved by illegal moneylenders to harass other borrowers

Cops have arrested two men and two women in connection with three cases.
Gemencheh rep not defending seat in N Sembilan polls

Gemencheh rep not defending seat in N Sembilan polls

Mohd Isam says he wants to fully focus on his Tampin parliamentary constituency.
Bkt Dinding, Bkt TM Wangsa Maju suggested for forest reserve gazettement

Bkt Dinding, Bkt TM Wangsa Maju suggested for forest reserve gazettement

Nik Nazmi says his ministry is identifying several suitable locations in the Federal Territories.
Covid-19 rules to remain at least until June review

Covid-19 rules to remain at least until June review

MOH is updating protocols in line with the end of the global emergency.
Assets feud: Dr M claims Anwar accused of cronyism when DPM

Assets feud: Dr M claims Anwar accused of cronyism when DPM

They continue to trade barbs despite a legal suit pending in court.
LETTER | Fireworks traumatise pets, wildlife

LETTER | Fireworks traumatise pets, wildlife

It affects their health, cause them to run away in fear.
Johor Orang Asli protest 'sultanate land' conversion plan

Johor Orang Asli protest 'sultanate land' conversion plan

They also submit memorandum on the matter to MB. 
Govt mulls agreement with UNHCR on role in M'sia

Govt mulls agreement with UNHCR on role in M'sia

Zahid says govt intends to strengthen its part in managing refugees and asylum seekers. 
M'sia, Indonesia launch cross-border QR payment linkage

M'sia, Indonesia launch cross-border QR payment linkage

This will enable users in both countries to make instant retail payments.
Jho Low 'higher authority' behind 1MDB offshore investment: Witness

Jho Low 'higher authority' behind 1MDB offshore investment: Witness

1MDB TRIAL | Ex-banker testifies he had observed the fugitive greenlit such investment.
Russia steps up strikes on Ukraine ahead of Victory Day holiday

Russia steps up strikes on Ukraine ahead of Victory Day holiday

Moscow prepares for parade to mark Soviet triumph over Nazi Germany.
National mineral policy to be developed in 3 months: Fadillah

National mineral policy to be developed in 3 months: Fadillah

It aims to manage nation’s minerals, balancing economic needs, revenue.
Minister cites global rare earth supply chain for Lynas extension

Minister cites global rare earth supply chain for Lynas extension

UPDATED 4.44PM | Chang rejects Lynas' appeal to remove four govt conditions. 

Tensions as locals confront Rohingya refugees in Penang low-cost flats

Tensions as locals confront Rohingya refugees in Penang low-cost flats

NGOs want UNHCR to speed up resettlement of refugees.

Cabinet yet to discuss 20pct EPF contribution hike proposal - Anwar

Cabinet yet to discuss 20pct EPF contribution hike proposal - Anwar

As such no decision has been made on the increase, says PM.

Jokowi condemns attack on Asean officials delivering aid in Myanmar

Jokowi condemns attack on Asean officials delivering aid in Myanmar

Indonesian president calls for end to violence in strife-torn country. 
Muhyiddin files to transfer criminal cases to High Court

Muhyiddin files to transfer criminal cases to High Court

Case involved 'novel points of law' and complex legal issues, he claims.
PM: Opposition will play up EPF withdrawal issue in state elections

PM: Opposition will play up EPF withdrawal issue in state elections

'But we are not perturbed by it,' says Anwar.
China says imperative to stabilise Sino-US relations

China says imperative to stabilise Sino-US relations

China foreign minister stresses US must correct handling of Taiwan issue. 
Sanusi: S'gor PN MB candidate will be 'local'

Sanusi: S'gor PN MB candidate will be 'local'

Only a Selangorian can understand local flavour, says PAS leader.

COMMENT | Anwar tinkers with Belloc, Chesterton

COMMENT | Anwar tinkers with Belloc, Chesterton

PM dabbles with ideas, the latest, a version of distributism.
LETTER | To 5G or not, that is the question

LETTER | To 5G or not, that is the question

There are challenges, risks that must be addressed with new technology. 
Tajuddin loves Umno, wants suspension lifted

Tajuddin loves Umno, wants suspension lifted

Ex-MP wants to help party during upcoming state polls.
Sabah divemaster nabbed for alleged sexual harassment of tourist

Sabah divemaster nabbed for alleged sexual harassment of tourist

China tourist accuses instructor of kissing her during scuba dive. 
Graduates' Choice of Employers To Work For in 2023

Graduates' Choice of Employers To Work For in 2023

The prestigious Graduates' Choice Award (GCA) has announced the most sought-after employers in Malaysia for 2023, marking its fifth consecutive year.
LETTER | M'sia-China RM170b MOUs: Lessons for structural transformation

LETTER | M'sia-China RM170b MOUs: Lessons for structural transformation

Key to economic transformation lies in attracting high-quality investment.
Bankrupts allowed loans backed by EPF collateral - Wan Saiful

Bankrupts allowed loans backed by EPF collateral - Wan Saiful

Some have borrowed more than the maximum RM1,000 bank credit allowed by law.
Rafizi dismisses concerns about OPR hike impacting state polls

Rafizi dismisses concerns about OPR hike impacting state polls

He's responding to Pasir Gudang MP's worries about such a move.

COMMENT | Anwar is right to play the class card

COMMENT | Anwar is right to play the class card

Elites deathly afraid Anwar’s class rabble-rousing will gain traction.
Penang and S'gor talks not contentious issues for unity govt parties - PM

Penang and S'gor talks not contentious issues for unity govt parties - PM

UPDATED 9.26AM | He leaves it to state leaders to conduct seat negotiations.
YOURSAY | Time for tycoons to share their gains

YOURSAY | Time for tycoons to share their gains

‘Their multi-billions would have gone a long way for the poor.’
MOE calls on schools to avoid outdoor activities during hot spell

MOE calls on schools to avoid outdoor activities during hot spell

This is until the weather returns to normal. 
PM's trail of goodies

PM's trail of goodies

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