Archive - 9 September 2023

Khaled: PN's 'tricks' during August polls doesn't work in Johor

Khaled: PN's 'tricks' during August polls doesn't work in Johor

UPDATED 10.57PM | Umno, Harapan leaders rejoice over twin victory.
Alleged harassment of media staff: Cops record statement from witness

Alleged harassment of media staff: Cops record statement from witness

Internal probe has been conducted, Johor police chief says. 
Teo new DAP Women chief

Teo new DAP Women chief

Delegates also elect Puchong MP Yeo as her deputy.
Oldest elephant in Malaysia, Lokimala, dies at 86

Oldest elephant in Malaysia, Lokimala, dies at 86

Lokimala helped relocate more than 150 wild elephants, Perhilitan says. 
Win shows Johoreans ‘reject politics of hate’ - new Pulai MP

Win shows Johoreans ‘reject politics of hate’ - new Pulai MP

JOHOR BY-ELECTIONS | Thank you for following our live coverage.
12MP mid-term review: Six-day special Parliament sitting starting Mon

12MP mid-term review: Six-day special Parliament sitting starting Mon

It will look into achievements of past 2 years, and future direction.
Johor by-elections: Pulai turnout still below 50pct as of 5pm

Johor by-elections: Pulai turnout still below 50pct as of 5pm

Turnout in Simpang Jeram is at 59pct. 
LETTER | Reform public institutions now, Harapan

LETTER | Reform public institutions now, Harapan

Govt can no longer dither on its promises. 
Syed Saddiq hints Muda yet to decide on 'threat' to quit govt bench

Syed Saddiq hints Muda yet to decide on 'threat' to quit govt bench

‘Such decision will be made collectively by party leadership.’ 
Wan Azizah receives honorary doctorate from Unisel

Wan Azizah receives honorary doctorate from Unisel

This is to recognise ex-DPM’s contributions to the nation - Unisel president. 
EC: Unfavourable weather responsible for low turnout

EC: Unfavourable weather responsible for low turnout

Commission hopeful for younger voters to turn out in the afternoon.
Impact of Zahid's case will be known in today's by-election, says minister

Impact of Zahid's case will be known in today's by-election, says minister

PKR veep says it will provide a clearer picture of voters' sentiments.
3R: Police open two investigations against Muhyiddin

3R: Police open two investigations against Muhyiddin

Ayob Khan says cops will record PN chairperson's statement on Sept 12.
Make innovation a priority in boosting economic growth - PM

Make innovation a priority in boosting economic growth - PM

Anwar says it will enable Malaysia to compete on the global stage.
Harapan's Nazri casts vote in Simpang Jeram race

Harapan's Nazri casts vote in Simpang Jeram race

He is hopeful more voters will turn out to cast their ballot.
Welfare of public healthcare workers a priority for new MMA chief

Welfare of public healthcare workers a priority for new MMA chief

Prioritising healthcare staff's wellbeing will ensure quality healthcare, says Dr Azizan.
LETTER | Crying in the rain: Sabahans do love our monarchy

LETTER | Crying in the rain: Sabahans do love our monarchy

All right-minded citizens will recognise, value their king and queen.
Rain threatens to dampen voting in Pulai

Rain threatens to dampen voting in Pulai

Senior citizens still turn out by the droves to vote after polls open.
N Sembilan court awards RM450k to family of custodial death victim

N Sembilan court awards RM450k to family of custodial death victim

The 46-year-old man was found dead in his cell six years ago.
RTD: We're always working on improving licence plate bidding system

RTD: We're always working on improving licence plate bidding system

The department says it regularly discusses with relevant parties to enhance system.
Highest censorship during Najib era - int'l arts organisation

Highest censorship during Najib era - int'l arts organisation

79 violations in 2017, total 245 from 2010-2022.
Man dies in police custody in Kuala Muda

Man dies in police custody in Kuala Muda

Cops say the 39-year-old complained of pain during documentation.
Voters head to the polls in Johor by-elections today

Voters head to the polls in Johor by-elections today

EC says more than 205k voters are eligible to cast ballots.
Minister orders probe into classic number plate registration

Minister orders probe into classic number plate registration

Road Transport Dept officers behind syndicate, whistleblower alleges.
YOURSAY | In religion, force is never the answer

YOURSAY | In religion, force is never the answer

‘Education, understanding, peaceful settlement better options.’