Archive - 1 September 2023

Umno Youth to lodge police report over ‘leaked’ AGC memo

Umno Youth to lodge police report over ‘leaked’ AGC memo

Idrus going on leave leaves issue hanging, Akmal says.
Ex-PAS, Bersatu state reps, 200 members to join Amanah

Ex-PAS, Bersatu state reps, 200 members to join Amanah

Aminolhuda says membership ceremonies to be held over the weekend.
Clarify with voters no BN 'scale', using Harapan logo - Umno leader

Clarify with voters no BN 'scale', using Harapan logo - Umno leader

'Challenging for us to clarify, but it can be done.'
EU Commission authorises adapted Covid vaccine as cases rise

EU Commission authorises adapted Covid vaccine as cases rise

'Covid will circulate during upcoming autumn and winter season.'
China's map holds no authority, won't affect Sarawak - Abang Jo

China's map holds no authority, won't affect Sarawak - Abang Jo

Sea law under UN, which China's a member of, state chief says.
PM wants enhanced role for National Audit Dept

PM wants enhanced role for National Audit Dept

Anwar wants Auditor-General's Report to be taken seriously.
Thai King reduces ex-PM Thaksin's jail term to 1 year

Thai King reduces ex-PM Thaksin's jail term to 1 year

Thaksin initially sentenced to eight-year jail term.
Suhaizan: Orang Asli in Pulai to get new jetty if Harapan wins

Suhaizan: Orang Asli in Pulai to get new jetty if Harapan wins

Harapan candidate also promises to look into other infrastructure issues. 
US probing alleged misuse of Tesla resources to build Musk mansion

US probing alleged misuse of Tesla resources to build Musk mansion

US Dept of Justice launches investigation.
Reporters Without Borders denounces MCMC’s ‘wave of suspensions’

Reporters Without Borders denounces MCMC’s ‘wave of suspensions’

International NGO warns of negative impact on M'sian democracy.
How is Malaysia Faring Under its 12th Plan? Are major revisions required?

How is Malaysia Faring Under its 12th Plan? Are major revisions required?

Bernas hikes price for imported white rice

Bernas hikes price for imported white rice

External factors, including India’s export curb, made the decision unavoidable. 
Liberal approach to transform industrial sector 'regressive' - MP

Liberal approach to transform industrial sector 'regressive' - MP

The PKR lawmaker urges PM to review this direction before damage is done. 
Kula: Dr M's call to abolish vernacular schools shows rash behaviour

Kula: Dr M's call to abolish vernacular schools shows rash behaviour

Ex-PM's contradictory statements showed he's confused, says MP.
Simpang Jeram Indians call for affordable homes and temple

Simpang Jeram Indians call for affordable homes and temple

Voters hope winner of Sept 9 by-election can resolve woes.
Govt committed to upholding children's rights - Azalina

Govt committed to upholding children's rights - Azalina

A bill touching on this issue could be tabled in Parliament next month.
Budget 2024: Govt to focus on empowering middle class, SMEs

Budget 2024: Govt to focus on empowering middle class, SMEs

Middle class most affected during pandemic, Sim says. 
Media blocks: Harapan-BN getting more desperate, says PAS

Media blocks: Harapan-BN getting more desperate, says PAS

The coalition worried more people drifting towards PN - Tuan Ibrahim.

LETTER | Can Malaysia afford to become religion-centric country?

LETTER | Can Malaysia afford to become religion-centric country?

Federal Constitution will be under threat if we succumb to irresponsible politicians. 
IP ServerOne: Launches Cloud Connect

IP ServerOne: Launches Cloud Connect

Bridging SMEs and Enterprises directly to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud!
Solicitor-general Ahmad Terrirudin appointed as new AG

Solicitor-general Ahmad Terrirudin appointed as new AG

UPDATED 2.50PM | Agong has consented to his appointment, Zuki says. 
Saarani: DAP has changed, more receptive to Umno’s cause

Saarani: DAP has changed, more receptive to Umno’s cause

‘DAP promised to never raise issues concerning Malay rights, position of Islam.’ 
PUNB appoints ex-IGP Acryl Sani as chairperson

PUNB appoints ex-IGP Acryl Sani as chairperson

His appointment takes effect today. 
Anwar unveils RM95b New Industrial Master Plan

Anwar unveils RM95b New Industrial Master Plan

90pct investment from private sector, govt provides 10pct, PM says.

LETTER | Are we becoming a failed state?

LETTER | Are we becoming a failed state?

Up to ordinary citizens to reclaim our lost rights. 
COMMENT | Our children need independent commission

COMMENT | Our children need independent commission

It must be fully responsible for multi-ministerial cooperation on policies, programmes.
‘Penang DOE approves Silicon Island's management plan’

‘Penang DOE approves Silicon Island's management plan’

UPDATED 11.57AM | Penang CM thanks all parties that gave views for the plan. 
New guidelines on varsity concerts ‘yet to be approved’ - minister

New guidelines on varsity concerts ‘yet to be approved’ - minister

UPDATED 5.55PM | Purported rules draw criticism from university students' council. 
King and queen on special tour to Sabah, Sarawak

King and queen on special tour to Sabah, Sarawak

‘Kembara Kenali Borneo' will see royal couple engage with people in rural areas. 
Despite election drubbing, PSM to pursue Muda team-up

Despite election drubbing, PSM to pursue Muda team-up

PSM deputy sec-gen believes there's something both parties can build on.

COMMENT | After 66 years, how united are we?

COMMENT | After 66 years, how united are we?

Real Merdeka only comes when our minds are liberated.
Indonesia confident ties with M’sia intact amid global challenges

Indonesia confident ties with M’sia intact amid global challenges

Indonesian minister says ties can be further improved.
Ask and Explore at ISKL’s Open Day!

Ask and Explore at ISKL’s Open Day!

ISKL will be holding its Open Day this September for families to ask and explore the ISKL approach in preparing their children for the future. 
COMMENT | Media freedom: Are we going back to the bad old days?

COMMENT | Media freedom: Are we going back to the bad old days?

Blocking websites, news portals does not augur well in a democratic society.
LETTER | Govt must regain control of the discourse on 40 Hadith issue

LETTER | Govt must regain control of the discourse on 40 Hadith issue

Ramp up communication skills to prevent history from repeating itself.

Muda’s No 2 hauls ROS to court over ‘blacklist’

Muda’s No 2 hauls ROS to court over ‘blacklist’

Amira says move will prevent her from holding positions in party or NGOs.
COMMENT | M'sia is right in rejecting China's 'new map'

COMMENT | M'sia is right in rejecting China's 'new map'

Beijing has zero legal standing to unilaterally claim disputed territorial waters.
Suhaizan confident of ending losing streak, but worries about majority

Suhaizan confident of ending losing streak, but worries about majority

Johor Amanah leader lost six consecutive elections, sure of winning this time.
Unity Ministry requests higher allocation in Budget 2024

Unity Ministry requests higher allocation in Budget 2024

Ministry has a slew of programmes to promote unity planned, says minister.
YOURSAY | Union of major Malay parties could spell doom

YOURSAY | Union of major Malay parties could spell doom

‘It’s all about power and religion for them.’
Cops quiz Dr M

Cops quiz Dr M

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