Archive - 7 July 2023

Harapan, BN launch Selangor election machinery

Harapan, BN launch Selangor election machinery

UPDATED 1.38AM | Let's kick out 'traitors' and end their political careers, Anwar says. 
OCPD graft case: High Court bins MACC’s remand revision bid

OCPD graft case: High Court bins MACC’s remand revision bid

Magistrate’s Court made the right decision, judge rules. 
K’tan workers have more rights than 'high-income' Sarawak – group

K’tan workers have more rights than 'high-income' Sarawak – group

Sarawak Labour Ordinance yet to adopt the 2012 amendment to Employment Act. 
No minister violated good governance practices, PM says

No minister violated good governance practices, PM says

No sabotage as alleged by certain quarters, Anwar adds. 
'NCD-associated health issues among prevalent causes of maternal death'

'NCD-associated health issues among prevalent causes of maternal death'

More than 50pct of it were due to heart diseases – Zaliha. 
K’tan DAP to assist Harapan-BN candidates in 9 constituencies

K’tan DAP to assist Harapan-BN candidates in 9 constituencies

The seats have large number of non-Malay voters, Azaha says. 
TM to get new chairperson, CEO on Aug 1

TM to get new chairperson, CEO on Aug 1

Firm appoints Zainal as chairperson, Amar as group CEO. 
Kit Siang orders lawyers to act against Annuar’s May 13 claim

Kit Siang orders lawyers to act against Annuar’s May 13 claim

Annuar emulating Hadi in making wild allegations, he says. 
Enforce law allowing 850 death row inmates to seek review, govt urged

Enforce law allowing 850 death row inmates to seek review, govt urged

The Revision of Sentence Act was gazetted last month but not yet in force.

Swimmer no longer stateless, citizenship cert issued

Swimmer no longer stateless, citizenship cert issued

Angeline is one of 9k applicants who received approval from Home Ministry. 
4.04ha of land for expansion of two Selangor private schools - MB

4.04ha of land for expansion of two Selangor private schools - MB

He said the two educational institutions are located in Gombak, Klang.
PM, Elon Musk to discuss possible increase in investment

PM, Elon Musk to discuss possible increase in investment

‘This is proof of good governance, economic management.’
Harapan to discuss Aminuddin's nomination for state election - Anwar

Harapan to discuss Aminuddin's nomination for state election - Anwar

PM is puzzled about talks on whether Negeri Sembilan MB will contest polls.
M’sia to strengthen ties with Asean, Japan to advance rule of law, human rights

M’sia to strengthen ties with Asean, Japan to advance rule of law, human rights

This is through a commitment to maintaining peace, security, and stability.
PM: Felda to receive RM1b yearly over next 10 years

PM: Felda to receive RM1b yearly over next 10 years

UPDATED 6.06PM | It's to ensure Felda's sustainability as institutional giant, he says. 
LETTER | Significance of maintaining a steady OPR

LETTER | Significance of maintaining a steady OPR

 It helps businesses make long-term plans, boosting economic expansion.  
El Nino expected to peak end of 2023 until early 2024 -  MetMalaysia

El Nino expected to peak end of 2023 until early 2024 - MetMalaysia

‘Reduce outdoor activities and open burning.’ 
Crackhouse owner fined RM8k for posting offensive remarks on FB

Crackhouse owner fined RM8k for posting offensive remarks on FB

The communications touch on racial sensitivity.
Fahmi cries slander after ex-DAP rep's LGBT identity becomes issue

Fahmi cries slander after ex-DAP rep's LGBT identity becomes issue

The person was a one-term assemblyperson in 2013, who moved to the US in 2018, says minister.

Asean must act to get US, China talking – scholar

Asean must act to get US, China talking – scholar

Do nothing and risk getting ‘trampled’, he says. 
China bans imports of seafood from Japan over release of nuclear waste

China bans imports of seafood from Japan over release of nuclear waste

Beijing says it's to prevent 'radioactive-contaminated food' from entering China.
State polls: Don' be influenced by 3R issues, Adam Adli tells youth

State polls: Don' be influenced by 3R issues, Adam Adli tells youth

Evaluate and make a rational decision, he says.
Altimet, Hans eye S'gor state polls candidacy, leave decision to PKR

Altimet, Hans eye S'gor state polls candidacy, leave decision to PKR

For Selangor, PKR will defend 20 of the seats it won in 2018.
Mahathir vs Anwar: Judicial commissioner withdraws from suit

Mahathir vs Anwar: Judicial commissioner withdraws from suit

UPDATED 4.21PM | She says this is due to family link with counsel.
Join PN? MCA boss has one word: No

Join PN? MCA boss has one word: No

Wee Ka Siong makes position clear in responding to Sanusi's invitation.
Allianz Junior Badminton Championship is Back with New Venues in Sabah, Sarawak and Pahang

Allianz Junior Badminton Championship is Back with New Venues in Sabah, Sarawak and Pahang

The Allianz Junior Badminton Championship (AJBC) which saw its maiden championship take place in 2022, is back this year with additional Qualifying Rounds in Sabah, Sarawak and Pahang, taking the overall number of locations to 10 this year.
Zaliha: No action on ministry staff over defective ventilators during MCO

Zaliha: No action on ministry staff over defective ventilators during MCO

PARLIAMENT | The procurement of the equipment followed protocols, says minister.
Months on, Anwar defends linking up with BN and GPS

Months on, Anwar defends linking up with BN and GPS

As state polls loom, Harapan chairperson goes into defensive mode to justify pact.
Guidelines introduced to preserve identity of royal towns

Guidelines introduced to preserve identity of royal towns

It includes aspects of heritage, identity, economy, and tourism.
Move away from 'fear-mongering' tactics, says Umno man

Move away from 'fear-mongering' tactics, says Umno man

Wan Agyl says this includes narratives created around 'Green Wave'.
Lau seeks re-election as Gerakan president, commits to PN

Lau seeks re-election as Gerakan president, commits to PN

He hopes the party will stick with the coalition through ups and downs.
Block 'fake news', online harms or face action, MCMC warns internet providers

Block 'fake news', online harms or face action, MCMC warns internet providers

This comes after a news portal and blog claimed they were blocked by some ISPs.

State polls: MCA's no-contest decision a 'sacrifice' to ease racial tensions

State polls: MCA's no-contest decision a 'sacrifice' to ease racial tensions

Party veep hopes MCA becomes a bridge for race relations by skipping polls.
Penang polls: No issue over Harapan-BN seat allocation - Chow

Penang polls: No issue over Harapan-BN seat allocation - Chow

Only one seat not decided, says caretaker CM.
Twitter threatens legal action against Meta for new Threads app: Report

Twitter threatens legal action against Meta for new Threads app: Report

It accused Meta of 'systematic' and 'unlawful misappropriation' of trade secrets.
Bung, wife succeed in RM28m corruption case revision bid

Bung, wife succeed in RM28m corruption case revision bid

High Court ordered to hear merits of couple's application.
PAS: Free bus rides for students to return home to vote not a bribe

PAS: Free bus rides for students to return home to vote not a bribe

Its deputy president says it's a govt initiative meant for all voters.
Sanusi calls for MCA, MIC to quit BN

Sanusi calls for MCA, MIC to quit BN

Caretaker Kedah MB says the parties should protest BN's 'unfair' treatment. 
Couple injured in acid attack while entering lift in Batu Caves

Couple injured in acid attack while entering lift in Batu Caves

CCTV recording of the incident has gone viral.
LETTER | All suited up: Equipping graduates with industry excellence

LETTER | All suited up: Equipping graduates with industry excellence

In the era of digital technologies, graduates must adapt to ever-evolving workplaces.

Gerakan polls: Lau's challengers fail to strike deal

Gerakan polls: Lau's challengers fail to strike deal

It is understood the party president is facing a challenge from a trio. 
COMMENT | Nation of endless possibilities

COMMENT | Nation of endless possibilities

There is still hope because ordinary Malaysians can rebuild Malaysia.
Anwar pathological liar with no proof of wealth claims: Mahathir

Anwar pathological liar with no proof of wealth claims: Mahathir

Former PM says Tambun MP gives excuses in refusing to divulge proof.
OPR decision made without pressure from any party, says Fahmi

OPR decision made without pressure from any party, says Fahmi

Minister explains it was based on country’s good economic growth, inflation rate. 
Court allows postponement of Rosmah’s corruption case appeal

Court allows postponement of Rosmah’s corruption case appeal

Postponement was sought in good faith, says defence counsel.
Promotion for 50pct of exemplary young officers - IGP

Promotion for 50pct of exemplary young officers - IGP

Razaruddin says this will ensure posts fill as vacancies crop up from retirement. 
PKR gets 59 seats, hunkers down in the west, supporting role in east

PKR gets 59 seats, hunkers down in the west, supporting role in east

Party appears set to make big concessions to BN in Kelantan, Terengganu.
COMMENT | To the big city: A 'Kelate' intern's adventure in journalism

COMMENT | To the big city: A 'Kelate' intern's adventure in journalism

Working as an intern in the media has opened up a whole new world. 
YOURSAY | Nation starving for 'wise' leadership

YOURSAY | Nation starving for 'wise' leadership

YOURSAY | 'PM should speak against right-wing forces, not keep quiet.' 
Ministry asks Sabah, Sarawak to amend Labour Ordinance

Ministry asks Sabah, Sarawak to amend Labour Ordinance

This is to be consistent with Employment Act amendments.
Campaign season begins

Campaign season begins

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