Archive - 7 August 2023

Nothing in Constitution lets state polls results affect govt - minister

Nothing in Constitution lets state polls results affect govt - minister

'I have heard many people claiming this, I am very perplexed.'
Cash aid extended to non-pensionable veterans from age 60

Cash aid extended to non-pensionable veterans from age 60

41,970 veterans to benefit, extra RM151.1m a year.
Kelantan Islamic dept to be intervener in state syariah law case

Kelantan Islamic dept to be intervener in state syariah law case

Constitutional challenge filed regarding Kelantan syariah criminal code.
Flu vaccine good for high-risk groups - consultants

Flu vaccine good for high-risk groups - consultants

Pregnant women, elderly, and children are high-risk groups for influenza.
Govt blocks UtusanTV website

Govt blocks UtusanTV website

UPDATED 8.58PM | Site not affiliated with current Utusan Malaysia newspaper.
Vincent Tan demands Sanusi apologise, pay RM200m

Vincent Tan demands Sanusi apologise, pay RM200m

UPDATED 8.12PM | Sanusi given until close of business tomorrow to agree.
No trap, Sanusi says missed weekend events due to KL meetings

No trap, Sanusi says missed weekend events due to KL meetings

Caretaker MB denies cold storage or threats to keep silent.
Rare earth issue: Sanusi hauls Saifuddin to court for defamation

Rare earth issue: Sanusi hauls Saifuddin to court for defamation

UPDATED 7.35PM | Suit over remarks linked to alleged theft of REE in Kedah.
PN's overthrow govt 'plot' goes against Agong's decree - MP

PN's overthrow govt 'plot' goes against Agong's decree - MP

A betrayal of the people and the royal institution, Lee says.
K T'ganu by-election best chance to be with govt - Nik Nazmi

K T'ganu by-election best chance to be with govt - Nik Nazmi

The PKR leader advises Terengganu folks to reject PAS.
Cabinet to fine-tune proposed progressive salary policy

Cabinet to fine-tune proposed progressive salary policy

Cabinet will also study if it needs funds as incentives for its gradual implementation.

Premium Supermarket Village Grocer expanded the 27th outlet at Hartamas Shopping Centre

Premium Supermarket Village Grocer expanded the 27th outlet at Hartamas Shopping Centre

The new opening of 26,000 sq ft Village Grocer is adding convenience to the community of Sri Hartamas with a wide range of high-quality groceries, pleasant shopping experience and friendly services.
LETTER | Merit or affirmative action?

LETTER | Merit or affirmative action?

Government needs to re-examine the admission mechanisms.
MACC on the hunt for duo, including Muhyiddin's son-in-law

MACC on the hunt for duo, including Muhyiddin's son-in-law

UPDATED 5.48PM | This is linked to a project to register and store biometric information.
Civil servants to enjoy monthly RM10 rebate under 5G Rahmah scheme

Civil servants to enjoy monthly RM10 rebate under 5G Rahmah scheme

It’s applicable to all existing postpaid packages, Fahmi says. 
PN vows to review Penang Harapan transport plan in manifesto

PN vows to review Penang Harapan transport plan in manifesto

STATE POLLS | 'It is time for there to be a better government,' says Dominic Lau.
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Create a community where everyone feels heard, says environmentalist Abe Lim

Create a community where everyone feels heard, says environmentalist Abe Lim

The challenge is not who runs for the seat but who offers real solutions to the people

LETTER | University quota: Advice to non-bumi parents

LETTER | University quota: Advice to non-bumi parents

Expect little from politicians and invest in your children’s education.
Lawsuit: Shafee seeks RM2m damages from M’sian Bar

Lawsuit: Shafee seeks RM2m damages from M’sian Bar

This is over a Bar's bid in 2015 to discuss his conduct following the Sodomy 2 case.
Celebrating the art of coffee and fashion: MOCCONA returns as official coffee sponsor of KL Fashion Week 2023

Celebrating the art of coffee and fashion: MOCCONA returns as official coffee sponsor of KL Fashion Week 2023

MOCCONA is back for the second year running as the official coffee sponsor of KL Fashion Week (KLFW) 2023, promising fashionistas and coffee lovers alike an exciting week of pleasure and indulgence from 21 - 27 August 2023.
LETTER | Better to spoil the ballot than to not vote

LETTER | Better to spoil the ballot than to not vote

Casting a spoiled vote is recognised as a form of protest.
Embracing Digital Revolution for Business with E-Invoicing

Embracing Digital Revolution for Business with E-Invoicing

NDSP #2 Adakah Data Anda Terdedah? – Kenapa "Data is the new currency?"

NDSP #2 Adakah Data Anda Terdedah? – Kenapa "Data is the new currency?"

Nazri: PM, MBs still Malays despite DAP having most reps

Nazri: PM, MBs still Malays despite DAP having most reps

Claims of Malays being under threat is a lie, Umno veteran says. 
Former Bersatu leader upset over 'recycling' of candidates

Former Bersatu leader upset over 'recycling' of candidates

These Bersatu contestants have been rejected by people in their own states, he says.
Hadi: Federal government can change if PN wins big

Hadi: Federal government can change if PN wins big

STATE POLLS | For this to happen, Malay voters must come out and cast their ballots.

Faiz says ready to join PKR, just hours after leaving Bersatu

Faiz says ready to join PKR, just hours after leaving Bersatu

Ex-Bersatu supreme council member feels PKR’s principles are mostly in line with his.
New Penang ferry service operational from today

New Penang ferry service operational from today

Both terminals have also been upgraded to provide comfort – Chow. 
MRANTI Global Accelerator Programme 2023 Commences, Driving Innovation Towards Malaysia's Ambition of a High Income Economy

MRANTI Global Accelerator Programme 2023 Commences, Driving Innovation Towards Malaysia's Ambition of a High Income Economy

GAP 2023 is set to chart a course towards innovation and progress with its thematic focus on three high-potential industries - Medical & Healthcare, Agriculture, and Drone tech.
Trading in whispers

Trading in whispers 

KINILENS | Fisherfolk and buyers only whisper and use finger movements to conduct transactions. 
COMMENT | Muslim nationalism challenges Anwar’s multi-ethnic govt

COMMENT | Muslim nationalism challenges Anwar’s multi-ethnic govt

PAS is the standard barrier of Malay-Muslim nationalism alongside Bersatu.
COMMENT | Social contract: A concept non-existent in constitution

COMMENT | Social contract: A concept non-existent in constitution

Reformist PM shouldn’t rely on ethno-nationalist arguments to deny equality. 
LETTER | Say 'No' to racist politicians in Malaysia

LETTER | Say 'No' to racist politicians in Malaysia

We must liberate our country from the clutches of division and hatred.

State polls: Early voters to fulfil responsibility tomorrow

State polls: Early voters to fulfil responsibility tomorrow

It involves nearly 100k armed forces and police personnel, and their spouses. 
Innov8tif Joins Cyber Digital Services Defence & Security Asia (CDSA) 2023

Innov8tif Joins Cyber Digital Services Defence & Security Asia (CDSA) 2023

Held from the 15th to 17th August 2023 at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), the event aspires to be content-driven, serving key stakeholders who are responsible in protecting the public, businesses and national interest in the realm of cyberspace. 
LETTER | A paradise for town folk

LETTER | A paradise for town folk

Taman Rakyat provides recreation and peace to city dwellers. 
Sanusi skips PN mega ceramah to avoid being 'trapped'

Sanusi skips PN mega ceramah to avoid being 'trapped'

UPDATED 12PM | STATE POLLS | This is believed to be related to Sanusi's Berjaya Land claim.
LETTER | Let's have civilised discourse on political developments

LETTER | Let's have civilised discourse on political developments

We must look at the other side of the coin and avoid the herd mentality. 

Bersatu pioneer quits, cites favouritism and loss of direction

Bersatu pioneer quits, cites favouritism and loss of direction

Faiz claims the party is not being respected by the 'largest' PN component - PAS.
Bringing Healthcare Closer to You Through Connected Care by SJMC

Bringing Healthcare Closer to You Through Connected Care by SJMC

Monitor your loved one’s health wherever they are!
AVM Cloud positioning Sovereign Cloud as a Pillar for Growth

AVM Cloud positioning Sovereign Cloud as a Pillar for Growth

(AVM Cloud), a leading cloud service provider in Malaysia, has identified sovereign cloud as a new pillar of growth. 
LETTER | Haris Ibrahim: A eulogy

LETTER | Haris Ibrahim: A eulogy

He was truly a towering Malaysian. 
'MOE committed to providing educational access to disabled children'

'MOE committed to providing educational access to disabled children'

Minister promises that the ministry will not leave any groups behind.
Incumbent Subang Jaya rep apologises for billboard featuring sultan

Incumbent Subang Jaya rep apologises for billboard featuring sultan

STATE POLLS | Ng thanks Machang MP for raising the matter. 
NDSP #1 Is Your Data Exposed? - What's the benefit of your data?

NDSP #1 Is Your Data Exposed? - What's the benefit of your data?

A stench so foul: Hulu S’gor folk claim e-waste firm violates rules

A stench so foul: Hulu S’gor folk claim e-waste firm violates rules

Factory was suspended by DOE twice, but allowed to resume operations soon after.

Sarawak needs more data analysts - Abang Johari

Sarawak needs more data analysts - Abang Johari

State premier says data is the 'new oil', needs skilled people. 
DAY 10 | PN sec-gen calls state polls ‘people’s referendum’

DAY 10 | PN sec-gen calls state polls ‘people’s referendum’

UPDATED 11.43PM | Anwar step down, govt is a failure, Hamzah says.
MCA to start rejuvenation process in Johor, aims for 4k new members

MCA to start rejuvenation process in Johor, aims for 4k new members

Its youth and women's wings will lead the movement. 
COMMENT | Not voting is an irrational option

COMMENT | Not voting is an irrational option

Do not think that by abstaining you are not shaping the country's direction. 
YOURSAY | The young should be encouraged to speak up

YOURSAY | The young should be encouraged to speak up

‘Treat them with dignity, they are our future leaders.’
PAS apologises to Lau

PAS apologises to Lau

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.