Archive - 21 August 2023

Zahid denies talk of 7 BN MPs vacating seats

Zahid denies talk of 7 BN MPs vacating seats

They signed a cooperation pact, BN chair says.
Ex-PKR top leader exits party again, claims Indian members sidelined

Ex-PKR top leader exits party again, claims Indian members sidelined

Jenapala says Anwar trying to be more Malay than PN.
Don't turn PM presiding over conversion into a controversy: Mufti

Don't turn PM presiding over conversion into a controversy: Mufti

Such activity should be left to religious authorities, Wan Salim concedes.
Minister urges states to use same National Day theme, logo

Minister urges states to use same National Day theme, logo

Aim is to close ranks and foster spirit of unity, Fahmi says.
It was piece of paper, not wood - Sanusi defends 'playful swat'

It was piece of paper, not wood - Sanusi defends 'playful swat'

Kedah MB says he jokingly reprimanded student for tardy aid request.

RM10m Akalbudi funds to Armada Holdings for investment - Datuk K

RM10m Akalbudi funds to Armada Holdings for investment - Datuk K

Businessperson says monies returned with interest amounting to over RM69k.
Sabah Day to be celebrated after Merdeka event - CM

Sabah Day to be celebrated after Merdeka event - CM

It will be held in Tambunan at 3pm, after morning Merdeka celebration in KK. 
Muda raps Sanusi for swatting woman with paper

Muda raps Sanusi for swatting woman with paper

'Don't normalise everything as a joke.'
Zahid helps injured motorcyclist in KL

Zahid helps injured motorcyclist in KL

DPM comes across accident near Jalan Tuanku Abdul Halim.
Addressing the rising cost of living should be the main priority of the Malaysian government

Addressing the rising cost of living should be the main priority of the Malaysian government

Youths to debate on this in Parliament come 26 August
Should Malaysia go for sustainable forest management or zero deforestation?

Should Malaysia go for sustainable forest management or zero deforestation?

Youths to debate on this issue in Parliament on 26 Aug
S'gor sultan ticks off 'popular' politicians who go overboard

S'gor sultan ticks off 'popular' politicians who go overboard

UPDATED 5.14PM | Ruler notes rude words used on campaign trail.
Sustaining Malaysia as the Global Leader in the Halal Industry

Sustaining Malaysia as the Global Leader in the Halal Industry

HDC's Chairman, Azwan shares his valuable insights on sustaining Malaysia's position as the Global Halal Leader.
A non-partisan palace keeps anger at bay, says Zaid

A non-partisan palace keeps anger at bay, says Zaid

'Don’t bring the palace into politics, there is no benefit from this in the long run.'
S'gor ruler: People tired of politicking, I'm tired of hearing about it

S'gor ruler: People tired of politicking, I'm tired of hearing about it

'Think about future of state, country, and descendants.'
Elmina plane crash: Voice recorder sent to S'pore for analysis

Elmina plane crash: Voice recorder sent to S'pore for analysis

Experts will retrieve data from the final 30 minutes of recording.
SIS obtains Federal Court leave to appeal against ‘deviant’ fatwa

SIS obtains Federal Court leave to appeal against ‘deviant’ fatwa

3-person bench made unanimous decision on the matter.
10 sworn in as Selangor state excos, including one from Umno

10 sworn in as Selangor state excos, including one from Umno

They take oath before Selangor ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah.
KLSCAH: Inappropriate for PM to preside over religious conversion

KLSCAH: Inappropriate for PM to preside over religious conversion

This action has caused discomfort among non-Muslim communities, it says.
Dewan Negara swears in 2 senators

Dewan Negara swears in 2 senators

One is from Malacca and the other hails from Sarawak.
COMMENT | Saudis stick to long game in Southeast Asian politics

COMMENT | Saudis stick to long game in Southeast Asian politics

Political priorities might have changed but their religious influence is still present.

PKR Youth: If seized books subversive, what of Hitler's 'Mein Kampf'?

PKR Youth: If seized books subversive, what of Hitler's 'Mein Kampf'?

Vice-chief says seizure will be seen as a case of a double standard.
Bersatu gets 3 exco posts in Kedah, down by 2 from previous term

Bersatu gets 3 exco posts in Kedah, down by 2 from previous term

UPDATED 1.43PM | Kedah MB will manage 8 portfolios, including finance and earth products. 
ADUN SPEAKS | Selangor - opportunities and challenges

ADUN SPEAKS | Selangor - opportunities and challenges

The next term under Amirudin is absolutely critical for the state.
COMMENT | Showcasing the uniqueness of smalltown Malaysia

COMMENT | Showcasing the uniqueness of smalltown Malaysia

A daughter returns home to bring closure to death and estrangement.
'Use defamation suits, not Orwellian blocks' - LFL chides Fahmi

'Use defamation suits, not Orwellian blocks' - LFL chides Fahmi

Freedom of speech is protected under Constitution, Zaid says. 
Amirudin sworn in as Selangor MB for second term

Amirudin sworn in as Selangor MB for second term

UPDATED 11.46AM | He takes the oath of office before the Selangor ruler.
COMMENT | Unmasking Malaysia’s National Day charades

COMMENT | Unmasking Malaysia’s National Day charades

Politically nuanced themes are about maintaining power while eroding democratic values.
Tiong expects PDP-PSB merger to be finalised by Dec

Tiong expects PDP-PSB merger to be finalised by Dec

PDP president wants to move forward and serve the public sincerely. 
LETTER | Harapan's expedient amnesia

LETTER | Harapan's expedient amnesia

Harapan's hypocrisy over Merdeka theme stinks to high heavens. 
Just throwing out ideas, PN Youth on alternative National Day logo

Just throwing out ideas, PN Youth on alternative National Day logo

Its chief says up to states to decide whether they want to take up the proposal.

Revolutionizing Sustainable Building

Revolutionizing Sustainable Building

ESP Nano Technologies Paving the Way for a Greener Future
Defamation: Court of Appeal orders Guan Eng pay RM250k to Azeez

Defamation: Court of Appeal orders Guan Eng pay RM250k to Azeez

UPDATED 10.38AM | Court also orders Guan Eng to pay RM70k in costs. 
LETTER | Feeling betrayed?

LETTER | Feeling betrayed?

Love and treat yourself kindly first extending it to others. 
Selangor used its own Merdeka logo last year

Selangor used its own Merdeka logo last year

UPDATED 9.12AM | PN not the first to propose using alternative National Day theme, logo. 
Wanita Umno: Stop blame game, focus on by-elections

Wanita Umno: Stop blame game, focus on by-elections

Accept state polls results with open heart, Noraini urges party members.
COMMENT | PAS solely defines Malaysia's Islamic narrative

COMMENT | PAS solely defines Malaysia's Islamic narrative

The Islamist party understands it gives them enormous power.
HKL discharges Anwar from ward this morning

HKL discharges Anwar from ward this morning

He underwent a minor dental surgery yesterday. 
Unity minister: Using different National Day logo theme promotes disunity

Unity minister: Using different National Day logo theme promotes disunity

UPDATED 8.12AM | It hinders govt's efforts in ensuring community's well-being, adds Aaron. 
Sustainability in action: How a brewer is making a difference

Sustainability in action: How a brewer is making a difference

Brew a Better World: Creating long-term sustainable value. 
YOURSAY | Umno must change to remain relevant

YOURSAY | Umno must change to remain relevant

’An unstable component risks sinking entire ruling government.’
Perak coup attempt

Perak coup attempt

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