Archive - 13 September 2023

3R: Bentong MP's officer lodges police report against Jengka rep

3R: Bentong MP's officer lodges police report against Jengka rep

Shahril Azman was clearly spreading malicious slander - special officer. 
Muda, PSM postpone announcement of their anti-Zahid rally

Muda, PSM postpone announcement of their anti-Zahid rally

UPDATED 9.51PM | Plan ‘most likely’ postponed to next week, Muda sec-gen says. 
Perdana fellow axed after allegedly misrepresenting achievements

Perdana fellow axed after allegedly misrepresenting achievements

He will be offered counselling, ministry says. 
Johor-S’pore Special Economic Zone among topics of Anwar and Lee's meeting

Johor-S’pore Special Economic Zone among topics of Anwar and Lee's meeting

Anwar also provides views on how M’sia can attract investments from abroad. 
Deputy minister: Issue of PN rally 'restricted' by PAA shouldn't arise

Deputy minister: Issue of PN rally 'restricted' by PAA shouldn't arise

Govt upholds the spirit of PAA and respects peaceful assemblies, he says. 
Govt needs to reduce subsidies on rich before reintroducing GST - Anwar

Govt needs to reduce subsidies on rich before reintroducing GST - Anwar

Don't introduce a broad base policy that affects the poor, he says.
PM: Open data portal revamp boosts transparency in public sector

PM: Open data portal revamp boosts transparency in public sector

‘We can have world-class products if suitable talents are in public sector.’
Ex-Bersih leader: Remember, Harapan rose from street protests

Ex-Bersih leader: Remember, Harapan rose from street protests

'We should not behave like the regimes of the past.'
LETTER | Does Malaysia have sufficient veterinarians?

LETTER | Does Malaysia have sufficient veterinarians?

Vets play an important part in the farming industry, treating pets. 
Hadi wrong about no DNAA in Islam, Khairuddin counters

Hadi wrong about no DNAA in Islam, Khairuddin counters

'Marang MP getting more confused about Islamic law.'
LETTER | 12MP: Can our economy get back on track?

LETTER | 12MP: Can our economy get back on track?

Govt made many promises but little action can be seen. 
I choose prison over fine, says PAS president

I choose prison over fine, says PAS president

PARLIAMENT | I'm ready to be punished, Hadi says.
Sept 16 gathering to celebrate Malaysia Day - PN Youth changes tack

Sept 16 gathering to celebrate Malaysia Day - PN Youth changes tack

Its original purpose was to protest Zahid's DNAA.
Cops nab dad, stepmum for allegedly abusing 6-year-old son

Cops nab dad, stepmum for allegedly abusing 6-year-old son

Victim is eldest of four siblings.
All MPs must undergo health screening by Oct 31 - Speaker

All MPs must undergo health screening by Oct 31 - Speaker

PARLIAMENT | Johari concerned of numerous recent health issues among MPs.
No DNAA in Islam - Hadi travels back in time to Ottoman empire

No DNAA in Islam - Hadi travels back in time to Ottoman empire

PARLIAMENT | Hadi cites legend to illustrate there must be punishment under 'qisas'.
Not 'Big Brother': Govt assures mega database Padu is secure

Not 'Big Brother': Govt assures mega database Padu is secure

100pct govt-owned, Padu uses 270 govt datasets to profile households.
Facilitate, not hinder peaceful rallies - Bersih tells govt

Facilitate, not hinder peaceful rallies - Bersih tells govt

It's their constitutional right to assemble peacefully, says group.
DPM hopes weekend rallies will be peaceful

DPM hopes weekend rallies will be peaceful

It is a democratic country, Zahid says when asked about PN's rally.
No need referendum - Zahid snubs call to review Umno's ties with DAP

No need referendum - Zahid snubs call to review Umno's ties with DAP

Can't force personal opinion on others, Umno chief tells supreme council member.
Zahid's DNAA: Bersih planning its own reform 'campaign'

Zahid's DNAA: Bersih planning its own reform 'campaign'

The group supports others' right to protest, but wants to remain independent.
Risky targeted subsidy framework won't topple govt, says Rafizi

Risky targeted subsidy framework won't topple govt, says Rafizi

EXCLUSIVE | Its implementation will be for the better in the long run.
Muhyiddin casts doubts on PM's strategies under 12MP

Muhyiddin casts doubts on PM's strategies under 12MP

PARLIAMENT | PN chief mocks Anwar's promised reforms.
Set one-year deadline for AG, PP power separation - Guan Eng

Set one-year deadline for AG, PP power separation - Guan Eng

UPDATED 11.45AM | Convince rakyat reformation spirit still burning, MP says.
Abim urges govt, opposition to sign CSA for political stability

Abim urges govt, opposition to sign CSA for political stability

Country will be divided if current situation prolongs, it says.
Anwar arrives in Singapore for one-day working visit

Anwar arrives in Singapore for one-day working visit

PM will participate in two special sessions at the Milken Institute Asia Summit 2023.

Backbenchers disagree with cops over right to march

Backbenchers disagree with cops over right to march

Govt MPs believe people have a right to approach Parliament.
Where's the clarification, Kg Sungai Baru residents ask PM

Where's the clarification, Kg Sungai Baru residents ask PM

They want Anwar to give them an explanation over the eviction notice.
'Red shirts' need to save country from PN, says Jamal

'Red shirts' need to save country from PN, says Jamal

Let's take to the streets, counter PN's rally, urges Umno leader.
LETTER | Who's more toxic: Unity govt or opposition?

LETTER | Who's more toxic: Unity govt or opposition?

Both will play politics to the hilt.
12MP review: 'Beautiful' plans but we fumble in execution - analysts

12MP review: 'Beautiful' plans but we fumble in execution - analysts

‘Malaysia’s track record in executing Malaysia Plans is poor.’
Guidelines to handle sexual offences against minors to be updated - Azalina

Guidelines to handle sexual offences against minors to be updated - Azalina

'Update will take into account current developments, relevant laws.'
NGO: Call off timber plantation project at Kledang Saiong forest

NGO: Call off timber plantation project at Kledang Saiong forest

Project will destroy forest reserve’s original cover, SAM says. 
YOURSAY | 1MDB audit case: Arul Kanda, Najib did not win the match

YOURSAY | 1MDB audit case: Arul Kanda, Najib did not win the match

‘They were awarded the game only because opponents failed to turn up.’
Cops open investigation paper on 'Save Malaysia' rally video

Cops open investigation paper on 'Save Malaysia' rally video

Clip shows an individual urging people to join the rally this Saturday.
12th Malaysia Plan revised

12th Malaysia Plan revised

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.