Archive - 9 October 2023

Saifuddin: Govt mulls treatment instead of punishment for drug addicts

Saifuddin: Govt mulls treatment instead of punishment for drug addicts

Initiatives to serve as transformation for prisons, detention facilities. 
Saifuddin: Roger Ng in police custody, will remain in M'sia until investigations conclude

Saifuddin: Roger Ng in police custody, will remain in M'sia until investigations conclude

'I leave it to the police', says Home Affairs Minister.
M'sia govt channels RM1m to humanitarian fund for Palestinians

M'sia govt channels RM1m to humanitarian fund for Palestinians

Deputy prime minister urged MPs to contribute to the fund as well.
Minister denies PAC claim LCS deal signed without consulting AGC

Minister denies PAC claim LCS deal signed without consulting AGC

UPDATED 10.07PM | Defence minister claims presence of AG rep during negotiation process.
Govt guarantees RM2b loan for LTAT over Boustead Plantation deal

Govt guarantees RM2b loan for LTAT over Boustead Plantation deal

UPDATED 10PM | Offer on BPlant's shared aim to strengthen its financial position.
Minister: Haze not expected to persist for long

Minister: Haze not expected to persist for long

Five-day forecast transboundary movement to be available soon.
Health Ministry delays tabling proposed anti-smoking laws

Health Ministry delays tabling proposed anti-smoking laws

No date has been given despite continued postponement.
GEG bill: Health PSSC moots delay on punishment against smoking youths

GEG bill: Health PSSC moots delay on punishment against smoking youths

Educating youths on generational end game continues in the meantime.
Five LCS will only be ready in 2029, says accounts committee

Five LCS will only be ready in 2029, says accounts committee

Construction of project worth RM11.22 billion, 96% complete.
Kudat land deal: Hajiji refutes abuse of power allegations

Kudat land deal: Hajiji refutes abuse of power allegations

He says all applications have gone through necessary procedures.
‘I hope govt will approve Seri Iskandar international airport’ - MB

‘I hope govt will approve Seri Iskandar international airport’ - MB

There's a need for it, says Saarani.
PMO: PM not backing anyone to form new party

PMO: PM not backing anyone to form new party

Public advised to ignore any unofficial statements, called it irresponsible.
Celebrating Youth Mental Health through Film: Youth-made Films take Centre Stage at My Mind On Film (MMOF) Festival

Celebrating Youth Mental Health through Film: Youth-made Films take Centre Stage at My Mind On Film (MMOF) Festival

Season 3 winners announced by MMOF, a collaboration between HELP University, Malaysian Mental Health Association, and Golden Screen Cinemas.
MP SPEAKS | Views on gymnast attire shows patriarchal values

MP SPEAKS | Views on gymnast attire shows patriarchal values

Lack of female authority in Terengganu causes disheartening results.
PKR Youth to hold solidarity gathering with Palestinians, welcomes PN

PKR Youth to hold solidarity gathering with Palestinians, welcomes PN

Come together to express support for the Palestinians, says Adam Adli.
Sabahan holds solo protest against 'cruel' citizenship amendments

Sabahan holds solo protest against 'cruel' citizenship amendments

Protester says proposed amendments will worsen plight of the stateless.

MYAirline Receives an Extension for Air Operator Certificate from Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia

MYAirline Receives an Extension for Air Operator Certificate from Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia

Commitment to safety and compliance are key factors in extension
Najib's counsel to cross-examine BNM money laundering expert tomorrow

Najib's counsel to cross-examine BNM money laundering expert tomorrow

1MDB TRIAL | team plans to grill expert on his credentials, among others. 
Youth group welcomes return of National Service

Youth group welcomes return of National Service

Architects of Diversity recommends to strengthen latest iteration of PLKN.
Barred Terengganu gymnasts rue years of toil and sweat

Barred Terengganu gymnasts rue years of toil and sweat

They have no choice but to abide by the rule.
Law firm: MACC's conduct violates legal professional privilege

Law firm: MACC's conduct violates legal professional privilege

This is regarding the raid last Friday.
'Vape' fiasco: Opposition MPs want action against PM's photographer

'Vape' fiasco: Opposition MPs want action against PM's photographer

Ikmal Hisham reiterates his innocence, says episode tarnished his name.
Rentokil Initial Malaysia Builds a Healthier and Safer Future With Pest and Hygiene Awareness

Rentokil Initial Malaysia Builds a Healthier and Safer Future With Pest and Hygiene Awareness

Find out the latest innovations provided by Malaysia’s reputable pest control and hygiene professionals
Ex-deputy minister questions direct award of 5G deal to Huawei

Ex-deputy minister questions direct award of 5G deal to Huawei

Ong questions lack of tender and need of second network.
PAC criticises Mindef for signing LCS deal without AGC approval

PAC criticises Mindef for signing LCS deal without AGC approval

PARLIAMENT | ‘Detailed design of the LCS is also incomplete.’ 
Only 54 MPs underwent health screenings as of Oct 2 – speaker

Only 54 MPs underwent health screenings as of Oct 2 – speaker

Johari reminds remaining MPs of the Oct 31 deadline. 
COMMENT | PAS' dress code obsession hindering women in sports

COMMENT | PAS' dress code obsession hindering women in sports

T'ganu ban on gymnasts due to attire indicates discrimination. 
Retired civil servants give govt 21 days to adjust pension

Retired civil servants give govt 21 days to adjust pension

UPDATED 1.40PM | Payment of pension arrears sought, among others.
PM: Watch full interview with CNN, not cut-and-paste version

PM: Watch full interview with CNN, not cut-and-paste version

PARLIAMENT l Anwar slams Hamzah for relying on ‘edited’ interview clip to criticise him. 
National Service makes a comeback

National Service makes a comeback

UPDATED 3.15PM | It will have a different training scheme at existing military camps.
Progress made on AG-PP separation, says Azalina

Progress made on AG-PP separation, says Azalina

UPDATED 1.55PM | PARLIAMENT | Task force to table first study on Wednesday.
Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am

Haze: Eight areas record unhealthy API as of 10am

Cheras records the highest reading at 157. 
COMMENT | Forming new Indian political party a dumb idea

COMMENT | Forming new Indian political party a dumb idea

It's an exercise in futility as nation's political landscape is crowded. 
Convocation protest: Court fines ex-UM activist RM5K

Convocation protest: Court fines ex-UM activist RM5K

UPDATED 1.23PM | Wong found guilty of 'deliberate insult and disruption of peace'.
McDonald’s Malaysia Sediakan Peluang Kerjaya dalam Bidang Perkhidmatan Makanan kepada Belia

McDonald’s Malaysia Sediakan Peluang Kerjaya dalam Bidang Perkhidmatan Makanan kepada Belia

Lebih 400 belia berjaya menamatkan latihan di bawah Program Perantis Vokasional McDonald's
LETTER | The misconception of feminism

LETTER | The misconception of feminism

Feminism misrepresented, leading to stigmatisation of the word.
Police begin probe on Roger Ng's connection in 1MDB

Police begin probe on Roger Ng's connection in 1MDB

IGP confirms the matter when contacted today.
Isham willing to debate with Zahid on 'neutral' ground

Isham willing to debate with Zahid on 'neutral' ground

This after Umno chief invited critics to debate if they're 'man enough'.
LETTER | Tourism plays important role in Malaysia’s development

LETTER | Tourism plays important role in Malaysia’s development

We have taken it for granted, leaving the sector stagnant. 
Free shuttle van to Parliament kicks off today

Free shuttle van to Parliament kicks off today

Free shuttle service from KL Sentral until Dec 14.
PKR stays out of Jepak, PBK's candidate prevents walkover

PKR stays out of Jepak, PBK's candidate prevents walkover

Sarawak PKR’s decision receives central leadership’s endorsement. 
COMMENT | Indians, be independent, not rely on another party

COMMENT | Indians, be independent, not rely on another party

Solidarity has always been a problem for the Indian community.
MA63: PBB to push for more Parliament seats in Sarawak

MA63: PBB to push for more Parliament seats in Sarawak

This is to allow Borneo states one-third representation in Dewan Rakyat.
YOURSAY | Enough spinning, PN still lost

YOURSAY | Enough spinning, PN still lost

'Not even recruiting Mahathir could help as he is irrelevant.'
BN trounces PN in Pelangai

BN trounces PN in Pelangai

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