Archive - 27 June 2023

Govt to blacklist employers who outsource migrant workers

Govt to blacklist employers who outsource migrant workers

Govt will also find job placements for 1,120 jobless new arrivals.
Dewan Negara highlights: New president, audit report debate

Dewan Negara highlights: New president, audit report debate

Session adjourned after sitting for six days.
Extra Aidiladha public holiday for S’gor civil servants on June 30

Extra Aidiladha public holiday for S’gor civil servants on June 30

Statutory bodies, govt subsidiaries, private parties not subject to this directive.
MIC, MCA to be given winnable seats in state polls, says Zahid

MIC, MCA to be given winnable seats in state polls, says Zahid

'I hope this erases any rumour that they are being sidelined.'
Three state assemblies to dissolve tomorrow, N Sembilan yet to follow suit

Three state assemblies to dissolve tomorrow, N Sembilan yet to follow suit

UPDATED 10.05PM | Aminuddin will have an audience with Tuanku Mukhriz tomorrow.
National debt to reduce if fiscal deficit slashed to 3.5pct of GDP - Rafizi

National debt to reduce if fiscal deficit slashed to 3.5pct of GDP - Rafizi

Minister says this will signal fiscal discipline and instil investor confidence.
Nik Aziz’s wisdom recalled - 'politicians lose, not make money'

Nik Aziz’s wisdom recalled - 'politicians lose, not make money'

Tuan Ibrahim says the conversation with his uncle took place ahead of the 1999 general election.

Citing biodiversity loss, NGO calls for further study on Tioman airport

Citing biodiversity loss, NGO calls for further study on Tioman airport

This follows DOE's announcement that it's reviewing the project's EIA.
Wan Azizah’s ex-aide appointed Cyberview chairperson

Wan Azizah’s ex-aide appointed Cyberview chairperson

Cyberview is under the purview of the Finance Ministry.

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill to be tabled this year - Nik Nazmi

Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill to be tabled this year - Nik Nazmi

Minister says it aims to ensure energy efficiency, regulate conservation practices.
Court nullifies PAS' election win in Kuala Terengganu

Court nullifies PAS' election win in Kuala Terengganu

UPDATED 6.17PM | MP Amzad will appeal the ruling.
Bank Negara to stem excessive currency movements in forex market

Bank Negara to stem excessive currency movements in forex market

UPDATED 6.36PM | It expects ongoing measures by govt to further strengthen economy.
Dutch court rules Sulu sultan heirs cannot seize Malaysian assets

Dutch court rules Sulu sultan heirs cannot seize Malaysian assets

UPDATED 5.45PM | Bid by 8 descendants to enforce arbitration award dismissed.
Acer Malaysia Debuts New Acerpure Water and Air Purifier

Acer Malaysia Debuts New Acerpure Water and Air Purifier

Acer Malaysia expanded its Acerpure family with the introduction of Acerpure Aqua WP1 water purifier with a compact countertop design made for modern lifestyles. Meanwhile the Acerpure Pro P2 Classic comes with a display that has a more intuitive design with 3-in-1 + HEPA filter.
The Future of Psychology: Exploring the Integration of Technology and Human Behaviour at APU

The Future of Psychology: Exploring the Integration of Technology and Human Behaviour at APU

Psychology Shaped by Technological Advancements
Apex court upholds decision that pension law amendment is null and void

Apex court upholds decision that pension law amendment is null and void

Changes contravened constitutional provisions that guaranteed pensioners' rights, says court.
KL police to conduct massive integrated traffic operations in July

KL police to conduct massive integrated traffic operations in July

Operations will target offences such as obstruction of traffic, illegal modifications. 

July 21 for Wan Saiful’s bid to strike out Jana Wibawa corruption charges

July 21 for Wan Saiful’s bid to strike out Jana Wibawa corruption charges

The Tasek Gelugor MP argues that the graft indictment is defective.
Sivarraajh quits MIC, cites 'obstacles' from party leadership

Sivarraajh quits MIC, cites 'obstacles' from party leadership

This comes two weeks after he was sacked from party's CWC.
Include Orang Asli history in school syllabus - PKR Youth leader

Include Orang Asli history in school syllabus - PKR Youth leader

Mazerol says this is to avoid discrimination, marginalisation of Orang Asli.
Kota Raja Umno wants Zafrul to contest state seat

Kota Raja Umno wants Zafrul to contest state seat

Division chief says the minister has clear vision and can bring changes.
Guan Eng blasts Sanusi for using ‘war-like’ terms over Penang dispute

Guan Eng blasts Sanusi for using ‘war-like’ terms over Penang dispute

Ex-Penang CM says PAS leader is encouraging violence.
Court upholds Hadi’s electoral victory in Marang

Court upholds Hadi’s electoral victory in Marang

UPDATED 4.35PM | High Court judge dismissed BN candidate's petition. 
Fahmi says 'police visit' warning aimed at viewers who touched on 3R

Fahmi says 'police visit' warning aimed at viewers who touched on 3R

Minister courts brickbats over his remarks during a TikTok live session last night.
Preacher apologises, says 'enemies of Allah' remark not directed at any party

Preacher apologises, says 'enemies of Allah' remark not directed at any party

UPDATED 5PM | Remark based on a Quranic verse, Zainul Asri says. 
Ex-Samsung employee stole secrets for China Foxconn project - court filings

Ex-Samsung employee stole secrets for China Foxconn project - court filings

These include building blueprints, floor layouts, designs, and etc.
TNB to see RM2.3b returns from energy deal in Laos starting 2025

TNB to see RM2.3b returns from energy deal in Laos starting 2025

This is by tapping hydropower potentials in the Asean country, it says.
DAP offers to represent K'tan shop owner fined over shorts pro-bono

DAP offers to represent K'tan shop owner fined over shorts pro-bono

UPDATED 2.57PM | Case is an example of PN’s 'extremism and racism', Guan Eng says. 
No seats for MIC in Selangor, Saravanan clarifies

No seats for MIC in Selangor, Saravanan clarifies

He says the party wanted Sentosa constituency, but it remains with PKR.
KOPETRO signs a strategic agreement with Blueshark, an EV tech mobility company

KOPETRO signs a strategic agreement with Blueshark, an EV tech mobility company

Blueshark is an EV technology company that is a leader in providing electric mobility and energy solutions worldwide. 
The China-US military chill: Do they talk at all?

The China-US military chill: Do they talk at all?

This comes amid intensifying military deployments across East Asia.
Lithium-ion battery pioneer Goodenough dies at 100

Lithium-ion battery pioneer Goodenough dies at 100

Goodenough was the oldest recipient of a Nobel Prize. 
Don't announce any projects: Bersih 'reminds' outgoing state govts

Don't announce any projects: Bersih 'reminds' outgoing state govts

‘Caretaker governments should only maintain basic operations until new administration sworn in.’
Muda sec-gen: Decision to go solo not influenced by 'outsiders'

Muda sec-gen: Decision to go solo not influenced by 'outsiders'

We want to offer effective alternative to rakyat, Amir says. 
How to Maximise Your Savings with Boost

How to Maximise Your Savings with Boost

So, you’ve been using Boost for a while now and you noticed the Red Recruit rank on your app’s home screen hasn’t changed. You’ve been trying to reach the much sought-after Gold General rank but can’t seem to figure out how?
Pakistan army general among three sacked over violence by Imran Khan's party

Pakistan army general among three sacked over violence by Imran Khan's party

102 people are on trial in military courts over riots, says an army spokesperson.
17 acquitted over first 2018 Seafield temple riot

17 acquitted over first 2018 Seafield temple riot

UPDATED 1.25PM | Magistrate rules prosecution failed to prove a prima facie case over the incident.
MCMC warns public not to download malicious ‘Pink Whatsapp’ app

MCMC warns public not to download malicious ‘Pink Whatsapp’ app

The app can access photos, SMS and contact lists from user's phone if installed. 
LETTER | Arrogance, pride and honour in uniform

LETTER | Arrogance, pride and honour in uniform

Let law take its course in Sheila’s case. 
Study highlights lack of public engagement in mega projects

Study highlights lack of public engagement in mega projects

Many mega projects announced in budget without any prior consultation, says report.
Umno: There was no boycott of Harapan's Mega Madani Tour

Umno: There was no boycott of Harapan's Mega Madani Tour

S'gor Umno says Harapan and BN plan to launch state-level unity govt machinery.
Minister: KB council fine infringes on non-Muslims' right to wear shorts

Minister: KB council fine infringes on non-Muslims' right to wear shorts

UPDATED 11.36AM | Nga asks MPKB to retract the fine. 
UEM Sunrise appoints new Chairman Datuk Hisham Hamdan and Director Reagan Chan

UEM Sunrise appoints new Chairman Datuk Hisham Hamdan and Director Reagan Chan

UEM Sunrise Berhad (UEM Sunrise) has announced new appointments of Datuk Hisham Hamdan as Chairman and Mr Reagan Chan as Director in a Bursa Malaysia filing, effective July 1, 2023.
MIC confirms contesting in S'gor, MCA's lot unclear

MIC confirms contesting in S'gor, MCA's lot unclear

State chief says he is unaware of seat number BN will allocate party.
PAS' state polls hopefuls must steer clear of 'grave sins' - spiritual leader

PAS' state polls hopefuls must steer clear of 'grave sins' - spiritual leader

Party's syura council will look for 'major, minor sins' when vetting candidates.
Potboy Group Collaborates with ARB IOT Group to launch Malaysia 1st AI-Driven Cashierless & Check-out free Kiosks at 18 MRT Stations

Potboy Group Collaborates with ARB IOT Group to launch Malaysia 1st AI-Driven Cashierless & Check-out free Kiosks at 18 MRT Stations

Potboy Group and ARB IOT Group have partnered to launch PotboyGO, Malaysia's first-ever 'Pick-N-Go' machines, bringing 100% manless, AI-backed transactions to 18 MRT stations
Penang state assembly to be dissolved tomorrow

Penang state assembly to be dissolved tomorrow

CM obtains governor's consent on the proposed dissolution date.
Govt's inaction on outsourcing migrant labour sparks stakeholder ire

Govt's inaction on outsourcing migrant labour sparks stakeholder ire

Calls to address loophole with RCI abound. 
Defying high prices, Muslim pilgrims head to Mecca for haj

Defying high prices, Muslim pilgrims head to Mecca for haj

Saudi Arabia expects more than 2 million pilgrims to arrive this year. 
Journalist's book on Nik Aziz deciphers iconic leader

Journalist's book on Nik Aziz deciphers iconic leader

Zakiah Koya's book is a compilation of interviews with the late PAS leader. 
‘Action plan to resolve issues in creative industry begins this year’

‘Action plan to resolve issues in creative industry begins this year’

It will be addressed in stages, Fahmi says. 
Sarawak govt mulls reward for brave kindy teacher

Sarawak govt mulls reward for brave kindy teacher

She protected children from a teen running amok, says Fatimah Abdullah.
New rules aim to clamp down on corporate greenwashing

New rules aim to clamp down on corporate greenwashing

This as investments tout their environmental, social and governance credentials, says ISSB.
Jakoa resolves 71 documentation cases involving  K'tan orang asli

Jakoa resolves 71 documentation cases involving K'tan orang asli

This was done via outreach programmes, says dept deputy director.
YOURSAY | Muda could be the third force country needs

YOURSAY | Muda could be the third force country needs

’Time for Muda to move on, for good or bad.’