Archive - 10 August 2023

Another DAP leader quits party, citing 'muzzling' of Indian voices

Another DAP leader quits party, citing 'muzzling' of Indian voices

Kamache is campaigning for Satees, who left DAP to run as independent.
EPF workers union on protest campaign against 'tyrannical' management

EPF workers union on protest campaign against 'tyrannical' management

Union president pleads for PM to intervene, solve long-standing problem.
Comparison of cash handouts in state election manifestos

Comparison of cash handouts in state election manifestos

STATE POLLS | Closer look at promises of direct cash, subsidies, and more.
Analysts, party heads hold differing views on voter turnout

Analysts, party heads hold differing views on voter turnout

STATE POLLS | EC targets 70pct but expects lower turnout, politicians anticipate more. 
Vincent Tan seeks restraining order against Sanusi

Vincent Tan seeks restraining order against Sanusi

The tycoon also seeks court order compelling caretaker MB to pay damages.
Zahid confident BN can win all 12 seats in S'gor

Zahid confident BN can win all 12 seats in S'gor

STATE POLLS | BN chief notes strong support from non-Malay voters.
Lawyer slams 'illegal' Swatch raids, ban order made three months after

Lawyer slams 'illegal' Swatch raids, ban order made three months after

New points out order only gazetted 3 months after raids took place.
Covid-19 positive voters to receive MySejahtera notices starting today

Covid-19 positive voters to receive MySejahtera notices starting today

The guidelines will help them participate in the state elections.
'We have wells' - rivals cannot desiccate PAS in Kelantan

'We have wells' - rivals cannot desiccate PAS in Kelantan

UPDATED 6PM | STATE POLLS | Caretaker deputy MB says it's not a huge issue for locals.
Demand exceeding capacity cause of water supply disruptions in Sabah - DCM

Demand exceeding capacity cause of water supply disruptions in Sabah - DCM

Shahelmey Yahya says a programme to restore supply was being carried out.
Social media platforms cooperate in deleting 3R content - Teo

Social media platforms cooperate in deleting 3R content - Teo

STATE POLLS | Race, religion and royalty issues in check during campaign period.
M'sian debate team makes history at world championship

M'sian debate team makes history at world championship

The national team made it to the semifinals for the very first time.
Carlsberg kept brewing when I was MB, says Azmin

Carlsberg kept brewing when I was MB, says Azmin

STATE POLLS | Ex-MB points out he had 3 PAS members in S'gor govt then. 
'Strange for minister to be clueless over news site blocking'

'Strange for minister to be clueless over news site blocking'

MCMC measures are so opaque even Fahmi is unaware, Sinar Project says.
Ramasamy jabs Loke for 'lacking guts to oppose emperor'

Ramasamy jabs Loke for 'lacking guts to oppose emperor'

DAP sec-gen accused of leading party down path of MCA, MIC.
Loke: 'Insincere' Ramasamy used DAP for personal gain

Loke: 'Insincere' Ramasamy used DAP for personal gain

UPDATED 6.10PM | STATE POLLS | People come and go but DAP will remain strong, says party sec-gen.

Test for 'newlyweds': Can Umno help DAP win Malays over in Sekinchan?

Test for 'newlyweds': Can Umno help DAP win Malays over in Sekinchan?

STATE POLLS | New rapport signifies a window of opportunity.
Govt bans Swatch LGBT watches, owning one can result in 3 years' jail

Govt bans Swatch LGBT watches, owning one can result in 3 years' jail

UPDATED 3.31PM | Home Ministry says ban being enacted under Section 7 of PPPA. 
'Harapan-BN wants rare earth mining to generate income for Kedahans'

'Harapan-BN wants rare earth mining to generate income for Kedahans'

UPDATED 5.26PM | STATE POLLS | Saifuddin says this in latest expose against Sanusi over 'illegal' mining.
COMMENT | Once smooth operators, pathetic desperadoes now

COMMENT | Once smooth operators, pathetic desperadoes now

Voters must never forget those involved in Sheraton Move. 

PM: Govt remains consistent in protecting sovereignty in South China Sea

PM: Govt remains consistent in protecting sovereignty in South China Sea

Anwar says M'sia must continue its good relations with China and US for order.
In Bayan Lepas, locals view Azrul as more than Lau's opponent

In Bayan Lepas, locals view Azrul as more than Lau's opponent

STATE POLLS | Incumbent Azrul a well-known figure in constituency.

Overcome discontent, Chow tells voters after Ramasamy's exit

Overcome discontent, Chow tells voters after Ramasamy's exit

Caretaker Penang CM admits there could be possible backlash.
LETTER | PN’s indifference towards Kelantan’s water woes is appalling

LETTER | PN’s indifference towards Kelantan’s water woes is appalling

Like a leaky faucet, the state govt only offered drips of assistance.
LETTER | Departure of Ramasamy from DAP is not a loss

LETTER | Departure of Ramasamy from DAP is not a loss

Such behavior underscores importance of sincerity in one’s political journey.
Apex court strikes out King's Counsel appeal to represent Najib

Apex court strikes out King's Counsel appeal to represent Najib

UPDATED 1.20PM | The court rules the matter has been rendered academic with the jailing of the ex-PM.

LETTER | Ignore the 'Green Wave', fear the 'Green Delusion'

LETTER | Ignore the 'Green Wave', fear the 'Green Delusion'

Debunking one myth but coming up with another challenge.
Fahmi guarantees news sites won’t be blocked pending probes

Fahmi guarantees news sites won’t be blocked pending probes

But says he was not aware MCMC had blocked UtusanTV.
LETTER | Upcoming 6 state elections not referendum against federal govt

LETTER | Upcoming 6 state elections not referendum against federal govt

It is our duty to inform and educate, not confuse people.
Huawei Malaysia On-The -Job Training in Work-Based Learning UTAR Tech Degree

Huawei Malaysia On-The -Job Training in Work-Based Learning UTAR Tech Degree

Under the WBL programme, students will undergo two years of study in UTAR and one year in Huawei for on-the-job training to obtain a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics Systems.
Experts: Special school proposal needs in-depth study

Experts: Special school proposal needs in-depth study

Academicians are concerned over its rationale, mechanism, and implementation.
Survey: Only one in four Malays satisfied with Anwar

Survey: Only one in four Malays satisfied with Anwar

STATE POLLS | However, a significant number of respondents are still undecided on how to vote.

COMMENT | Missed chance to highlight states' successes, failures

COMMENT | Missed chance to highlight states' successes, failures

Stories of state programmes and water issues should dominate ceramahs.
LETTER | Come Aug 12, cast your votes for a better future

LETTER | Come Aug 12, cast your votes for a better future

This is our last chance to do something meaningful.
Ramasamy quits DAP, trains guns on 'emperor'

Ramasamy quits DAP, trains guns on 'emperor'

UPDATED 5.30PM | He says will still support Chow and Anwar's leadership.
Shafee fails to recuse 2 judges from King's Counsel appeal

Shafee fails to recuse 2 judges from King's Counsel appeal

UPDATED 10.57AM | The bench rejects the bid in a unanimous decision. 
There is an awakening in T'ganu - Anwar

There is an awakening in T'ganu - Anwar

STATE POLLS | PM reminds people to make the right choice.
LETTER | Comprehensive, dynamic policy needed to realise Madani economy

LETTER | Comprehensive, dynamic policy needed to realise Madani economy

This is true as Malaysia is facing complex global economic competition.
Faiz: 'Cartel' group turned Bersatu into 'public toilet'

Faiz: 'Cartel' group turned Bersatu into 'public toilet'

'There is a group more elite than party elites.'
Rafizi: Affirmative action to continue while improving social justice

Rafizi: Affirmative action to continue while improving social justice

‘When all high-achievers get places in varsities, such debate will end.’
DAY 13 | Volunteers fly hundreds of ballots from UK back to M’sia

DAY 13 | Volunteers fly hundreds of ballots from UK back to M’sia

UPDATED 10.51PM | VoteMalaysia says 45 volunteers gathered 537 postal ballots from M'sians in UK.

Kota Damansara - the not so comfortable seat for Harapan

Kota Damansara - the not so comfortable seat for Harapan

UPDATED 12.26PM | STATE POLLS | BN's alliance with DAP a game changer for Malay voters.
COMMENT | The lost cause of needs-based affirmative action

COMMENT | The lost cause of needs-based affirmative action

Malay, non-Malay political operatives don't want to risk their grip on power.
Public welcomes more ETS services as state polls, school break near

Public welcomes more ETS services as state polls, school break near

STATE POLLS | Voters say it's more convenient to take the train back to vote.
Harapan-BN risks losing 7 seats as 'Sanusi factor' drives support for PN

Harapan-BN risks losing 7 seats as 'Sanusi factor' drives support for PN

STATE POLLS | Sanusi's popularity fast outgrowing PN in Kedah.
ESG Investing for Sustainable Prosperity

ESG Investing for Sustainable Prosperity

Public Mutual empowers investors with funds that align financial goals with sustainable and responsible practices
YOURSAY | Prove your innocence in court

YOURSAY | Prove your innocence in court

‘A person of interest cannot dictate terms and conditions.’