Archive - 19 October 2023

Govt issues orders to cut down on events, ceremonies, meetings

Govt issues orders to cut down on events, ceremonies, meetings

This is in line with PM’s call to avoid wastage.
No invitation to join govt received, says Takiyuddin

No invitation to join govt received, says Takiyuddin

UPDATED 8.59PM | Meanwhile, Tuan Ibrahim stresses PAS’ commitment to Perikatan Nasional.
PAS candidate for Kemaman polls: 'Perhaps Dr M or someone else'

PAS candidate for Kemaman polls: 'Perhaps Dr M or someone else'

UPDATED 7.24PM | Party sec-gen says candidate will be announced before Nov 18.
I never meant to belittle Anwar's great work, says Hamas rep

I never meant to belittle Anwar's great work, says Hamas rep

Muslim suggests more ways Malaysia can help with Gaza situation.
Wong: Committee should discuss bringing Gaza refugees into M'sia

Wong: Committee should discuss bringing Gaza refugees into M'sia

Suggestion for discussion followed Scotland's actions of saving refugees.
Zuraida to organise event on Malay women agenda, Dr M to attend

Zuraida to organise event on Malay women agenda, Dr M to attend

Wan Azizah is welcome to participate, she says.
Carbon Credits: A Win-Win for Sustainability and Business?

Carbon Credits: A Win-Win for Sustainability and Business?

Exploring the Role and Understand Potential of Carbon Credits: A Win-Win for Sustainability and Business?
Afnan is new PAS Youth chief

Afnan is new PAS Youth chief

Alor Setar MP won the post uncontested.

LETTER | Israel-Gaza conflict and terrorism

LETTER | Israel-Gaza conflict and terrorism

Terror groups may misuse latest conflict to escalate violence in other nations.
KINIGUIDE | Digging into Penang’s controversial land deal

KINIGUIDE | Digging into Penang’s controversial land deal

Malaysiakini deconstructs land deal which created rift between Chow and business chamber.

TalentCorp's LIFE AT WORK Awards 2023 Celebrates Pioneers in Shaping Malaysia's Business Future

TalentCorp's LIFE AT WORK Awards 2023 Celebrates Pioneers in Shaping Malaysia's Business Future

In emphasizing the changing needs of Malaysia’s multi-generational workforce, the LIFE AT WORK Awards 2023 ceremony hosted by Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad (TalentCorp) shone the spotlight on visionary employers who have taken remarkable strides in championing DEI and work-life practices.
Tesla unveils Model 3 electric sedan

Tesla unveils Model 3 electric sedan

The company also sets up its first flagship experience centre in M'sia.
PKR MP wants to submit motion calling for ban on TikTok

PKR MP wants to submit motion calling for ban on TikTok

The lawmaker cites cybersecurity issues for his proposed move.
The EU and ASEAN marked the start of Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023 through a fun run, walk, and cycling event in Jakarta.

The EU and ASEAN marked the start of Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023 through a fun run, walk, and cycling event in Jakarta.

Over 300 people, representing officials from ASEAN, the EU and its Member States, youths, and people with special needs, marked the occasion with a symbolic ride, run, and walk along the route of Jalan Sudirman to Gelora Bung Karno, Senayan Jakarta.
Penang CM to sue state Chinese Chamber of Commerce leader

Penang CM to sue state Chinese Chamber of Commerce leader

Decision made based on reports of Tan making 'untoward' statements against Chow.
M'sian judiciary should function withour bias or fear, says chief justice

M'sian judiciary should function withour bias or fear, says chief justice

Tengku Maimun believes the executive and judiciary can perform duties independently.
Long-awaited foreign worker management report declassified

Long-awaited foreign worker management report declassified

It appears the govt has yielded to repeated calls to make it public.
US blocks UN resolution for 'humanitarian pause' in Gaza

US blocks UN resolution for 'humanitarian pause' in Gaza

Resolution could allow aid for millions after Israel dropped over 6k bombs on Gaza.
LETTER | Understand govt's limitations, constraints in managing economy

LETTER | Understand govt's limitations, constraints in managing economy

Even with sincerity, it's almost impossible to fix it.
RM100 e-wallet aid to be distributed in December

RM100 e-wallet aid to be distributed in December

This is for the B40 and M40 groups with incomes below RM100,000.
PAC to table Covid-19 management report on Oct 30

PAC to table Covid-19 management report on Oct 30

Report to assess damages, losses due to pandemic.
Court dismisses family's appeal over custodial death suit

Court dismisses family's appeal over custodial death suit

Judicial bench rules current suit filed in 2021 too similar to previous one.
Welfare Dept to discuss with Home Ministry, police on babysitter screening

Welfare Dept to discuss with Home Ministry, police on babysitter screening

PARLIAMENT | This is over a plan to make screening mandatory to curb child abuse.
Syahredzan refers PN MP to privileges committee over 'DAP kafir' jab

Syahredzan refers PN MP to privileges committee over 'DAP kafir' jab

PARLIAMENT | Bangi MP considers remark as contemptuous of Dewan Rakyat.
Unilateral conversion: Loh's appeal hearing moved to next year

Unilateral conversion: Loh's appeal hearing moved to next year

Court sets Jan 10 for single mum's appeal to quash unilateral conversion of her kids.
We'll continue to defend judiciary independence at all costs, says PM

We'll continue to defend judiciary independence at all costs, says PM

UPDATED 3PM | Anwar says he hadn't encroached on judiciary, allegations false.
Plans for a resort where Batang Kali landslide happened shelved

Plans for a resort where Batang Kali landslide happened shelved

The plans were approved in 2019, three years before the deadly landslide.

Sivakumar slammed over remarks on laws for the disabled in workplace

Sivakumar slammed over remarks on laws for the disabled in workplace

Minister unaware of the 'second-class citizens' status faced by the community, rights groups say.

Ringgit falls to 25-year low against the dollar

Ringgit falls to 25-year low against the dollar

M'sia continue reducing reliance on US dollar in trade, investments.
At least 19 journalists killed in Gaza conflict so far, says watchdog

At least 19 journalists killed in Gaza conflict so far, says watchdog

Palestinian media workers account for 15 of the dead, followed by 3 Israelis.
Court orders Tajuddin to pay RM120k to Khalid, KiniTV

Court orders Tajuddin to pay RM120k to Khalid, KiniTV

This follows an appeal after a High Court ruling that dismissed ex-MP's defamation suit.
'Massage' post not meant to offend, says AirAsia boss

'Massage' post not meant to offend, says AirAsia boss

Image of Tony Fernandes without a shirt courted brickbats.
KINIGUIDE | Batang Kali landslide tragedy and the forensic report

KINIGUIDE | Batang Kali landslide tragedy and the forensic report

Malaysiakini presents a summary of the report on Malaysia's deadliest landslide, declassified yesterday.
LETTER | Will the international community stop the Gaza bloodbath?

LETTER | Will the international community stop the Gaza bloodbath?

Mere statements condemning Israel not enough.
Tuan Ibrahim surprised PN did not capture Selangor

Tuan Ibrahim surprised PN did not capture Selangor

He says PAS was confident in capturing the state.
Ipoh first city in Asia to use thermowaste system

Ipoh first city in Asia to use thermowaste system

The system processes trash into recyclable material.
Documentary on Jho Low sheds light on 1MDB fiasco

Documentary on Jho Low sheds light on 1MDB fiasco

FILM REVIEW | If one thinks they know the scandal enough, wait until you watch this.
The end is near, Tuan Ibrahim jests of PAS position in opposition

The end is near, Tuan Ibrahim jests of PAS position in opposition

Party has the most seats in its history but not in government.
COMMENT | DAP has never been a threat to Islam but to secularism

COMMENT | DAP has never been a threat to Islam but to secularism

DAP is pandering to right-wing power brokers to remain in power.
Fadhli: Fight fake news with prompt truths, not by criminalising it

Fadhli: Fight fake news with prompt truths, not by criminalising it

Restricting free speech without reason unconstitutional, he says.
Belt and Road: M’sia to ensure optimal benefits to economy - Loke

Belt and Road: M’sia to ensure optimal benefits to economy - Loke

Project is based on principle of togetherness and shared prosperity, he adds.

State agency to produce working paper on land sale processes - Chow

State agency to produce working paper on land sale processes - Chow

We want to improve on its methods, he says.
YOURSAY | Nazri practising double standards

YOURSAY | Nazri practising double standards

‘We must condemn any action that disregards human lives.’