Archive - 2 October 2023

RM400m subsidy for govt premises to use imported rice - PM

RM400m subsidy for govt premises to use imported rice - PM

This is to free up supply of local rice in the market.
Consumers welcome more govt interventions over rice supply

Consumers welcome more govt interventions over rice supply

Op BPT to conduct inspections at factories, warehouses starting tomorrow.
Ministry channels RM33m for 13 vaccine research projects

Ministry channels RM33m for 13 vaccine research projects

Plans for country to be vaccine producing hub in 10 years.
Anwar: Why angry at DAP? They supported Felda debt waiver

Anwar: Why angry at DAP? They supported Felda debt waiver

PM joins Pelangai by-election campaign trail in Felda Chemomoi.
Calls for Madani medical scheme to be expanded

Calls for Madani medical scheme to be expanded

Retiree, fast food worker, and rubber tapper share their experiences.
Eight dams damaged, need repair - ministry

Eight dams damaged, need repair - ministry

Could pose threat to residents and property, says Natural Resources Ministry.
High time for proper revenue strategy by M'sia - World Bank

High time for proper revenue strategy by M'sia - World Bank

Country's revenue as share of GDP has been declining, Apurva says.
Indonesia denies haze in Malaysia came from them

Indonesia denies haze in Malaysia came from them

Companies in Indonesia receive warnings, including M'sian subsidiaries.
mRNA vaccine pioneers win Nobel Prize

mRNA vaccine pioneers win Nobel Prize

Karikó and Weissman were colleagues at University of Pennsylvania.
Haze situation under control, take care of health - N Sembilan MB

Haze situation under control, take care of health - N Sembilan MB

Avoid outdoor activities for long hours, Aminuddin advises.
LETTER | Election campaigns are not protests

LETTER | Election campaigns are not protests

Deploying police for election ceramah is a form of suppression.
COMMENT | Empowering older workers amid ageing workforce

COMMENT | Empowering older workers amid ageing workforce

Finding their groove and staying relevant in changing workplace.
LETTER | Royal ascension: Power of legacy and wisdom that comes with it

LETTER | Royal ascension: Power of legacy and wisdom that comes with it

Malaysia should welcome the reinforcement of the Constitutional Monarchy.
Agong: M’sia-New Zealand bilateral ties stronger than ever

Agong: M’sia-New Zealand bilateral ties stronger than ever

'They understand each other's economic needs and sensitivities.'
Savouring the Authentic Flavours of Europe and Malaysia

Savouring the Authentic Flavours of Europe and Malaysia

Discover the Value of Geographical Indications
Thomas’ lawsuit to be heard as defamation action

Thomas’ lawsuit to be heard as defamation action

UPDATED 3.40PM | This is in relation to the case involving the ex-AG’s memoir.
Make progressive wage system mandatory, urges labour group

Make progressive wage system mandatory, urges labour group

The NGO points to Singapore, which experienced difficulty in implementing voluntary system.
PKR's position on Jepak polls still unclear

PKR's position on Jepak polls still unclear

We’ll adhere to central leadership’s decision, Chiew says. 
World Bank: M'sian 2023 economic growth expected to moderate at 3.9pct

World Bank: M'sian 2023 economic growth expected to moderate at 3.9pct

UPDATED 3.35PM | Economist says this is due to weak global growth, external demand.
My speech was on people's welfare, not to defame Tan: Sanusi

My speech was on people's welfare, not to defame Tan: Sanusi

Tycoon is suing Kedah MB for alleged defamation committed in election ceramah.
Unhealthy air quality recorded in 14 areas as of noon

Unhealthy air quality recorded in 14 areas as of noon

Cheras, Seremban record the highest API as of noon at 163.
Take a look at Sundrop’s history and its Iconic Drinks that you should try!

Take a look at Sundrop’s history and its Iconic Drinks that you should try!

Bringing the Joy of Borneo to Malaysians
Govt mulling special ID to vet subsidised cooking oil buyers

Govt mulling special ID to vet subsidised cooking oil buyers

UPDATED 12.20PM | Only those worthy of subsidies get to purchase, says minister.
Seni Jaya Corporation Berhad secures intellectual property rights for 'B★VERSE' exhibition (BTS, Singing the Stars)

Seni Jaya Corporation Berhad secures intellectual property rights for 'B★VERSE' exhibition (BTS, Singing the Stars)

Seni Jaya proudly presents the inaugural 'B★VERSE' (BTS, Singing the Stars) exhibition world tour in Southeast Asia. 
No party polls for Bersatu's top positions this year - report

No party polls for Bersatu's top positions this year - report

This is in line with 18-month polls postponement for state elections.
Felda: BN's teetering 'fixed deposits'

Felda: BN's teetering 'fixed deposits'

While older generation Felda settlers prefer BN, youngsters don’t feel the same. 
Court denies Dr M's discovery bid against Anwar in RM150m suit

Court denies Dr M's discovery bid against Anwar in RM150m suit

UPDATED 10.24AM | This is over PM's allegation his ex-mentor amassed riches while in power.
COMMENT | DAP should not appropriate religion for political gain

COMMENT | DAP should not appropriate religion for political gain

DAP should champion secularism and not seek populist appeal using religious sentiment. 
LETTER | Exploitation of migrant workers continues unabated

LETTER | Exploitation of migrant workers continues unabated

Without stern action taken, Malaysia remains complicit in forced labour crimes. 
Zahid's DNAA: Rights group calls for live broadcast of PSSC hearing

Zahid's DNAA: Rights group calls for live broadcast of PSSC hearing

'Public wants to monitor lawmakers' conduct in committee proceedings'.
Pelangai polls: Pick candidate who is close to state, federal govts - Khaled

Pelangai polls: Pick candidate who is close to state, federal govts - Khaled

Don’t elect someone who can create a ‘distance’, he says. 
YOURSAY | Civil service needs revamp

YOURSAY | Civil service needs revamp

’Accept facts and figures and implement gradual changes now.’
Haze is back

Haze is back

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