Archive - 11 October 2023

PDC to address questions on Batu Kawan land sale next week - Chow

PDC to address questions on Batu Kawan land sale next week - Chow

PDC has explained project with Umech in a meeting with state executive council. 
Laws specifically for govt open tenders to be formulated

Laws specifically for govt open tenders to be formulated

PARLIAMENT | Government Procurement Act expected to be tabled next year, says Ahmad Maslan. 
Swedish capital to ban diesel, petrol engines in city centre

Swedish capital to ban diesel, petrol engines in city centre

This is for an environment with better air and noise levels. 
Batu MP offers to sponsor former Terengganu gymnasts

Batu MP offers to sponsor former Terengganu gymnasts

'I am ready to help,' says Prabakaran.
Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli strike hits HQ

Palestinian Red Crescent says Israeli strike hits HQ

No immediate reports of injuries or deaths.
Wangsa Maju MP appointed Skills Development Fund Corp chairperson

Wangsa Maju MP appointed Skills Development Fund Corp chairperson

Bukit Gasing rep will be his deputy chairperson. 
RM100b savings in utility bills expected through new energy conservation law

RM100b savings in utility bills expected through new energy conservation law

PARLIAMENT | Dewan Rakyat passes Energy Efficiency and Conservation Bill today. 
Smoking: Health Ministry launches survey on Generation End Game policy

Smoking: Health Ministry launches survey on Generation End Game policy

Survey is open to all M'sians through MySejahtera app starting today.
EC to meet on Oct 17 over Kemaman by-election

EC to meet on Oct 17 over Kemaman by-election

The special meeting will set the dates for nomination, polling day. 
Shafie denies involvement in Kudat land deal

Shafie denies involvement in Kudat land deal

Ex-Sabah CM taking legal action against those who've linked him to the deal.
S'wak boasts record tree-planting drive, watchdog wants details

S'wak boasts record tree-planting drive, watchdog wants details

Publish figure for felled trees to gauge impact of drive, says watchdog.
The Youths Suggested Implementation of Youth Contract in Malaysia To Combat Youth Unemployment

The Youths Suggested Implementation of Youth Contract in Malaysia To Combat Youth Unemployment

An awe-inspiring 20 debaters all over Malaysia debated on topic titled; Should Malaysia Adopt Youth Contract to Ease Youth Unemployment
Prosecution to call 1MDB money laundering IO tomorrow

Prosecution to call 1MDB money laundering IO tomorrow

1MDB TRIAL | He's the key witness involved in the probe.
In KL street poll, many want Zahid out

In KL street poll, many want Zahid out

Malaysiakini asks KL-ites for their opinion on the Anwar cabinet.
ECRL: Engage with residents, PN leader tells S'gor govt

ECRL: Engage with residents, PN leader tells S'gor govt

Hilman wonders how project started even before Selayang council approved it. 

MP calls for Mat Sabu to step down over food shortage issues

MP calls for Mat Sabu to step down over food shortage issues

PARLIAMENT | Zulkafperi claims that Mat Sabu failed to manage his ministry. 
Loh's children don't wish to be Muslims, Maips' bid dismissed

Loh's children don't wish to be Muslims, Maips' bid dismissed

UPDATED 4.55PM | Maips' bid was to provide Islamic education to the three children.
LETTER | What will spur Malaysia into the future

LETTER | What will spur Malaysia into the future

Science, critical thinking, problem-solving, technology and innovation hold the key.
Loke confident in Chow's transparency on land deal issue

Loke confident in Chow's transparency on land deal issue

Chow will fully cooperate if investigated, says transport minister.
‘LPPSA borrowers can defer payments on houses under construction'

‘LPPSA borrowers can defer payments on houses under construction'

PARLIAMENT | It's a 24-month deferment period for landed houses, says Sim.
Kg Cina to China Town: Proposed name change draws flak

Kg Cina to China Town: Proposed name change draws flak

Ex-MP chides T'ganu govt for rebranding the place to attract tourists.

COMMENT | A few good men in Bukit Aman

COMMENT | A few good men in Bukit Aman

CID chief's recent speech has instilled confidence, will he be next deputy IGP?
Review laws giving foreign embassies immunity - PSM

Review laws giving foreign embassies immunity - PSM

This is to provide justice for Malaysians wronged by foreign embassies or consulates.

PAC urges govt to find alternatives to Bernas to ensure rice stability

PAC urges govt to find alternatives to Bernas to ensure rice stability

UPDATED 4.32PM | Committee's report highlights several discrepancies in Bernas' conduct.
Deputy minister: 'Ah Long' syndicates still rampant because there's demand

Deputy minister: 'Ah Long' syndicates still rampant because there's demand

PARLIAMENT | Shamsul says people easily fall for attractive offers from unlicensed money lenders.
COMMENT | Fighting misinformation: Know when to not take things literally

COMMENT | Fighting misinformation: Know when to not take things literally

Fighting fire with fire will only worsen the situation.
EV-related courses at Pengerang vocational college in 2026 - ministry

EV-related courses at Pengerang vocational college in 2026 - ministry

PARLIAMENT | MOE also committed to ensuring TVET graduates meet job requirements.
Melaka Gateway: No EIA from developer yet for Pulau Satu project - ministry

Melaka Gateway: No EIA from developer yet for Pulau Satu project - ministry

This is revealed via a written parliamentary reply.

Ministry drafting bill on compulsory secondary education

Ministry drafting bill on compulsory secondary education

UPDATED 12.30PM | PARLIAMENT | New policy to make SPM level compulsory.
Pua, Yeo withdraw appeal over Chew’s defamation suit ruling

Pua, Yeo withdraw appeal over Chew’s defamation suit ruling

UPDATED 8.12PM | Duo will pay RM350k in damages to former MCA sec-gen.
Zaliha: Ministry continues studying brain drain among healthcare workers

Zaliha: Ministry continues studying brain drain among healthcare workers

UPDATED 1.06PM | PARLIAMENT | Govt to improve healthcare system, increase attractiveness of public sector.
LETTER | Need to destigmatise mental health care for youths

LETTER | Need to destigmatise mental health care for youths

Schools can play pivotal role in changing the narrative of counselling services.

New fiscal responsibility law to help rein in debt

New fiscal responsibility law to help rein in debt

Govt targetting 3pct GDP annual development expenditure, budget deficit.
COMMENT | For the police force to fly, what weighs it down must go

COMMENT | For the police force to fly, what weighs it down must go

A clean-up is long overdue to restore their image.
Perlis PAS chief declines central committee nomination

Perlis PAS chief declines central committee nomination

Shukri says he is 'not qualified' for the position.
Gombak residents bemoan ECRL works, claim flooding, property damage

Gombak residents bemoan ECRL works, claim flooding, property damage

Residents also claim company didn’t engage them on the project properly. 
PolicyStreet Triumphs as Top Insurtech of the Year at Fintech Frontiers Awards Malaysia 2023

PolicyStreet Triumphs as Top Insurtech of the Year at Fintech Frontiers Awards Malaysia 2023

PolicyStreet, a full-stack insurer is making waves in the insurtech industry as it was named the Top Insurtech Startup at the Fintech Frontiers Awards Malaysia 2023 held on 4 October.
Kidnapped in Thailand: Being sold to human trafficking syndicates

Kidnapped in Thailand: Being sold to human trafficking syndicates

Job scams, most common way people get trafficked.
Court to hear Zuraida's appeal against order to pay PKR RM10m in July

Court to hear Zuraida's appeal against order to pay PKR RM10m in July

This is over her defection to Bersatu in the Sheraton Move.
Fadhlina: Centre for stateless kids in Sabah coming next month

Fadhlina: Centre for stateless kids in Sabah coming next month

Fadhlina speaks of educating stateless kids, perception of deteriorating academic standards. 
Appellate court sets Nov 23 for vernacular school decision

Appellate court sets Nov 23 for vernacular school decision

This is to hear appeal of 4 NGOs over two High Courts' ruling to dismiss their suits.
COMMENT | Tobacco bill delay a betrayal of public trust

COMMENT | Tobacco bill delay a betrayal of public trust

Vape industry now unchecked, nicotine products accessible to even children.
Tale of Terengganu’s lonely non-Muslim gymnast

Tale of Terengganu’s lonely non-Muslim gymnast

No teammates to offer moral support for Tok Exin during Sukma 2022.
Sexual harassment, bullying must end in my time, says Fadhlina

Sexual harassment, bullying must end in my time, says Fadhlina

Education minister vows no more cases like Ain Husniza's.
Over 47k people receive aid under income initiative so far

Over 47k people receive aid under income initiative so far

PARLIAMENT | Economy Ministry says it has received over 128k applications for the assistance.
Groups submit petition supporting Smoking Control Bill to PM

Groups submit petition supporting Smoking Control Bill to PM

However, its second reading was postponed for ‘other government business’. 
‘Man detonated IED in front of neighbour's house out of anger’

‘Man detonated IED in front of neighbour's house out of anger’

Elderly neighbour often demeaned suspect, police say. 
IGP: M'sian trafficking victims found all the way in South America

IGP: M'sian trafficking victims found all the way in South America

Razarudin says this after Peruvian cops rescued 43 Malaysians from syndicate. 
YOURSAY | Malaysia’s problem is its third-world mentality

YOURSAY | Malaysia’s problem is its third-world mentality

‘Throw money at a problem and expect things to magically right themselves forever.’
Ban on vape for kids delayed, again

Ban on vape for kids delayed, again

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