Archive - 12 May 2023

Let’s meet and fix Kelantan’s water problem, PM invites state govt

Let’s meet and fix Kelantan’s water problem, PM invites state govt

Anwar already presents the matter to Kelantan ruler.
Govt never sidelined Malay, Islamic agenda - Zahid

Govt never sidelined Malay, Islamic agenda - Zahid

'Agenda of other religions, races will also not be sidelined.'
Ex-activist Khalid charged with domestic violence

Ex-activist Khalid charged with domestic violence

Wife claims he sexually and mentally abused her.
Salahuddin: Cabinet committee set up to tackle shortage of sugar supply

Salahuddin: Cabinet committee set up to tackle shortage of sugar supply

It is to develop long-term solutions to this issue, says minister.
Tiger attack: Body of missing Orang Asli found

Tiger attack: Body of missing Orang Asli found

Body was taken to Gua Musang Hospital for autopsy – police. 
Being politically active not on my mind right now: Dr M

Being politically active not on my mind right now: Dr M

Ex-PM says focus is to garner support for ‘Malay People's Proclamation’.
PM: RM103.86m allocation for imams, bilals, religious teachers in Kelantan

PM: RM103.86m allocation for imams, bilals, religious teachers in Kelantan

Special one-off RM600 payment for them will also be continued.
Blogger arrested over alleged RM1.3m bribe

Blogger arrested over alleged RM1.3m bribe

UPDATED 7.24PM | He is remanded for 2 days, starting today. 
ECRL a catalyst for east coast development, says Anwar

ECRL a catalyst for east coast development, says Anwar

He also dismisses notion the project is monopolised by China. 
First Rembau MP dies

First Rembau MP dies

Firdaus Muhammad Rom Harun was one term federal lawmaker from 2004-2008.
SME Growth Summit 2023: Unlocking SMEs Potential!

SME Growth Summit 2023: Unlocking SMEs Potential!

Dive into some of the key highlights on Day 1 and 2 of the SME Growth Summit 2023
Samling: Action by international body opportunity to clear the air

Samling: Action by international body opportunity to clear the air

UPDATED 7.55PM | S'wak timber giant reiterates it is not involved in any wrongdoing. 
IGP vows continuous 3R action to maintain harmony, public order

IGP vows continuous 3R action to maintain harmony, public order

19 investigation papers have been opened under 3R task force so far. 
Another DAP MP files police report against Hadi

Another DAP MP files police report against Hadi

PAS chief’s statements could disrupt public harmony, Syerleena says. 
Hadi goes ballistic again, claims DAP targeting ignorant Muslims

Hadi goes ballistic again, claims DAP targeting ignorant Muslims

'After race controls economy, DAP plots to amass political power.'
1MDB: Investigation on Jho Low goes on - IGP

1MDB: Investigation on Jho Low goes on - IGP

Police and MACC will work together on this, he says.
Azalina: Passing no-confidence vote against AG is Bar Council's right

Azalina: Passing no-confidence vote against AG is Bar Council's right

Government must be open to criticism, she says.
Explain Azam’s tenure extension, anti-graft activist urges PM

Explain Azam’s tenure extension, anti-graft activist urges PM

Anwar’s decision derailed his own anti-corruption pledge, Gabriel says. 
NGO: Penang reclaimed island project needs new EIA after scale down

NGO: Penang reclaimed island project needs new EIA after scale down

SAM says DOE approval was on condition no changes made to project.
Pahang MB defends lack of equal allocation for opposition reps

Pahang MB defends lack of equal allocation for opposition reps

Aid still reaches people in the state, he says.
LETTER | Heatstroke-related deaths: Govt must act now

LETTER | Heatstroke-related deaths: Govt must act now

It shows we need to address climate crisis immediately. 
LG UltraGear's 49-inch, 32:9 aspect ratio screen drives immersive gaming to next level

LG UltraGear's 49-inch, 32:9 aspect ratio screen drives immersive gaming to next level

With a Curved Screen and a 240Hz Refresh Rate, LG’s New Gaming Monitor Helps To Create an Expansive and More Responsive Game Environment
Horrific crash on Second Penang Bridge causes traffic crawl

Horrific crash on Second Penang Bridge causes traffic crawl

It’s still unclear whether there are casualties involved. 
US ends Covid-19 public emergency, drops air travel vaccine mandates

US ends Covid-19 public emergency, drops air travel vaccine mandates

This will bring significant changes in how the US responds to the virus.
Delay in releasing Sosma detainee on bail a ‘grave prejudice’ – lawyer

Delay in releasing Sosma detainee on bail a ‘grave prejudice’ – lawyer

Prosecution could have applied for EMD before bail application, she says. 
S'gor records highest Labour Recalibration Programme 2.0 applications

S'gor records highest Labour Recalibration Programme 2.0 applications

Over RM100m in revenue has been collected. 
Guan Eng knocks 'surprise' OPR hike, says it affects business confidence

Guan Eng knocks 'surprise' OPR hike, says it affects business confidence

OPR hike doesn't help to contain inflation either, ex-finance minister adds. 
Malaysia retains top 10 spot in Global Trust Index

Malaysia retains top 10 spot in Global Trust Index

Businesses and NGOs most trusted, government least trusted.
Govt committed to developing automotive industry as strategic economic sector

Govt committed to developing automotive industry as strategic economic sector

Tengku Zafrul says impact can lead to job creation, skilled workforce development.
‘Secret’: S’gor govt rejects activist’s request for MB, exco perks details

‘Secret’: S’gor govt rejects activist’s request for MB, exco perks details

This is pertaining Amirudin and Izham’s director posts in a company. 
Court transfers ex-Perlis MB’s false claims case to KL

Court transfers ex-Perlis MB’s false claims case to KL

This is for a joint hearing with money laundering charges against him.  
VLN case: July 28 set for new case management for prosecution’s appeal

VLN case: July 28 set for new case management for prosecution’s appeal

It was fixed following AGC’s request to consider Zahid’s representation. 
Loke to meet Azam Baki on misconduct issues next Tuesday

Loke to meet Azam Baki on misconduct issues next Tuesday

Minister hopes to get more information on cases at the meeting. 
BNM governor denies raise in OPR causes bankruptcies

BNM governor denies raise in OPR causes bankruptcies

UPDATED 14.56PM | No figures to support such an allegation - Nor Shamsiah.
Penang LRT: Relevant ministries, agencies to discuss funding models - minister

Penang LRT: Relevant ministries, agencies to discuss funding models - minister

Finance Ministry already called them up for talks, Loke says. 
Court fixes Sept 22 to hear T'ganu sultanah's appeal against Rewcastle-Brown

Court fixes Sept 22 to hear T'ganu sultanah's appeal against Rewcastle-Brown

Appellate court sets date after case management today.
Bersatu Youth lodges police report over false graft claims linked to Hamzah

Bersatu Youth lodges police report over false graft claims linked to Hamzah

UPDATED 1.43PM | It wants cops to probe any govt agency conspiracy implicating opposition chief. 
IMF warns of implications of US default over debt ceiling dispute

IMF warns of implications of US default over debt ceiling dispute

US default would have repercussions for global economy - Kozack.
M'sian athlete wins hearts for finishing race despite injury

M'sian athlete wins hearts for finishing race despite injury

His gutsy performance sees him complete middle distance race despite disqualification.
M’sia’s first quarter GDP expands by 5.6pct, better than expected

M’sia’s first quarter GDP expands by 5.6pct, better than expected

UPDATED 2.59PM | Economy no longer in crisis, gaining strength – BNM. 
‘PM’s extra funds for battleground states a form of electioneering’

‘PM’s extra funds for battleground states a form of electioneering’

New leaders abusing the system to consolidate power, says expert. 
Shopee: Unearthing Hidden Gems, Upsizing Traditional Industries

Shopee: Unearthing Hidden Gems, Upsizing Traditional Industries

Shopee’s robust ecosystem provides sellers with the ease to manage their online store
Boy, 15, beaten up for 'not respecting' seniors

Boy, 15, beaten up for 'not respecting' seniors

Police probing attackers seen on video for voluntarily causing hurt.
Rosmah enters appearance in lawsuit over missing jewellery

Rosmah enters appearance in lawsuit over missing jewellery

UPDATED 12.34PM | She plans to defend herself against suit brought by jeweller, Global Royalty Trading.
Blazing the EduTech Trail

Blazing the EduTech Trail

BAC Education Wins the Malaysia Technology Excellence Award for Third Consecutive Year
US, China look to move beyond balloon incident to stabilise ties

US, China look to move beyond balloon incident to stabilise ties

Both superpowers finding common ground amid strained relationship. 
Pakistan Supreme Court calls Imran's arrest illegal, orders his release

Pakistan Supreme Court calls Imran's arrest illegal, orders his release

Court says manner in which ex-PM's arrest was conducted cannot be tolerated.
COMMENT | Is Siti Zailah a lawmaker or breaker?

COMMENT | Is Siti Zailah a lawmaker or breaker?

It appears PAS MPs always get away from being punished. 
Rise of Thailand’s youth party reflects still potent protest demands

Rise of Thailand’s youth party reflects still potent protest demands

Move Forward’s progressive ideas gaining traction in the country. 
Dr M quits GTA, focuses on 'Malay Proclamation'

Dr M quits GTA, focuses on 'Malay Proclamation'

Ex-PM says move taken after it failed to make inroads in GE15.
MIC pledges support for Anwar until end of term

MIC pledges support for Anwar until end of term

Vigneswaran also urges others to do likewise and prioritise country’s development. 
China-ASEAN Exchange Week & Forums irons out road to better cooperation in higher education

China-ASEAN Exchange Week & Forums irons out road to better cooperation in higher education

The event, which was officiated by Human Resources Minister YB V. Sivakumar, was held at the Huawei Malaysia Global Training Centre (MGTC).
Rosmah's money laundering trial vacated over 'new developments'

Rosmah's money laundering trial vacated over 'new developments'

UPDATED 10.14AM | Prosecution also needs around 2 months to go through it.
COMMENT | Expose crony capitalism, time for unexplained wealth law

COMMENT | Expose crony capitalism, time for unexplained wealth law

When money for hospitals siphoned for Porsches, people die.
TM's DNB termination won't affect 5G implementation - minister

TM's DNB termination won't affect 5G implementation - minister

Telcos can start new discussion, terms different now, Fahmi says.
COMMENT | Law must be in sync with sound political culture

COMMENT | Law must be in sync with sound political culture

No point in ombudsman without stable democracy, rule of law.
WHO declares end to mpox public health emergency

WHO declares end to mpox public health emergency

Mpox declared emergency in July 2022.
SEA Games: National contingent nets only three golds on sixth day

SEA Games: National contingent nets only three golds on sixth day

Malaysia gets gold in diving, discus throw, and triple jump.
YOURSAY | Will M'sian Bar go after PM next after condemning AG?

YOURSAY | Will M'sian Bar go after PM next after condemning AG?

‘PM is equally responsible for the judiciary.’
Umno turns 77, Zahid rallies troops

Umno turns 77, Zahid rallies troops

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