Archive - 24 October 2023

Israeli police shut Al-Aqsa Mosque to Muslim worshippers

Israeli police shut Al-Aqsa Mosque to Muslim worshippers

Police said to abruptly shut gates leading to walled holy compound.
I won't yield to Western pressure on Palestine - Anwar

I won't yield to Western pressure on Palestine - Anwar

'Malaysia will remain sovereign nation that upholds freedom of Palestinian people.'
State immunity bill in final stage of drafting - minister

State immunity bill in final stage of drafting - minister

'Ensuring Malaysia’s sovereignty, immunity protected.'
GPS candidate Iskandar targets youth in Jepak by-election

GPS candidate Iskandar targets youth in Jepak by-election

Bintulu native, 54, was state director of National Anti-Drug Agency.
PSM activists, farmer released on police bail

PSM activists, farmer released on police bail

UPDATED 9.39PM | Four released at 8pm after giving statements.
Nur-ul Afida is new Bernama editor-in-chief

Nur-ul Afida is new Bernama editor-in-chief

She is first woman in the position since agency established in 1967.
Ministry to get full report of Zoo Negara flood incident

Ministry to get full report of Zoo Negara flood incident

Zoo staff reportedly rescued 50 visitors on Oct 18.
Shahidan suggests party-hopping act allowing MPs to change their support

Shahidan suggests party-hopping act allowing MPs to change their support

Put aside anti-hopping law act momentarily, Arau MP says.
MyEduID’s Zero Fake Certificate Campaign, Combating Counterfeit Credentials to Enhance Sustainable Development

MyEduID’s Zero Fake Certificate Campaign, Combating Counterfeit Credentials to Enhance Sustainable Development

The “Zero Fake Certificate” campaign initiated by MASVERSE Edutech Sdn Bhd, MyEduID, aims to promote the practice of certificate authenticity and ESG values, fostering comprehensive social sustainability development.
Bersatu MP wants '50-50' PM to sink fangs into Israel, US

Bersatu MP wants '50-50' PM to sink fangs into Israel, US

PN's source alleged govt might not raise issue of hauling Israel.
Defend Islam and its laws or PN will act, warns Hadi

Defend Islam and its laws or PN will act, warns Hadi

PARLIAMENT | It will result in PN taking over Putrajaya once again, says PAS president.
Wan Saiful to face fresh criminal charges under Amla tomorrow

Wan Saiful to face fresh criminal charges under Amla tomorrow

UPDATED 5.06PM | Bersatu MP says details of the charges are not clear yet.
No plans to instate policy of scrapping end-of-life vehicles

No plans to instate policy of scrapping end-of-life vehicles

'Policy to scrap old cars might burden the people, says Loke.
GLC chief executive officer charged with receiving bribe

GLC chief executive officer charged with receiving bribe

He and another accused plead not guilty.
PAS leaders told to sell VIP number plates to pay Harakah ex-printers

PAS leaders told to sell VIP number plates to pay Harakah ex-printers

Perak Amanah Youth says this will teach PAS members about sacrifice.

IGP: No police report on MP allegedly blackmailed to support PM

IGP: No police report on MP allegedly blackmailed to support PM

This follows opposition's claim MAAC had intimidated the Kuala Kangsar rep.
PSM chief, three others arrested in Tambun farmers' eviction row

PSM chief, three others arrested in Tambun farmers' eviction row

UPDATED 3.47PM | The four were nabbed when they tried to stop the eviction.
Help farmers facing eviction in your constituency, Anwar told

Help farmers facing eviction in your constituency, Anwar told

It’s not only our livelihoods affected but also nation’s food security - farmers.
Targeted subsidies: Ismail Sabri calls for careful planning

Targeted subsidies: Ismail Sabri calls for careful planning

PARLIAMENT | Inappropriate approach may backfire, says former PM.
Lynas licensing terms revised, cracking and leaching curb lifted

Lynas licensing terms revised, cracking and leaching curb lifted

UPDATED 2.44PM | This is subject to certain conditions, minister says.
Suaram urges police probe into activist injured in eviction row

Suaram urges police probe into activist injured in eviction row

'All government officials are responsible for upholding welfare of the people they serve.'

Govt urged to issue work and stay pass for Palestinian refugees

Govt urged to issue work and stay pass for Palestinian refugees

Parliamentary group wants some 800 registered refugees protected and assisted.
COMMENT | Fostering multicultural understanding in Malaysia

COMMENT | Fostering multicultural understanding in Malaysia

Can we handle racial sensitivities without emotional outbursts?

Hamas releases two Israeli hostages, death toll in Gaza passes 5k

Hamas releases two Israeli hostages, death toll in Gaza passes 5k

Egypt, Qatar and the Red Cross mediated for the release.
Revive 'sick' projects: Proposal to use guarantee fund submitted to MOF

Revive 'sick' projects: Proposal to use guarantee fund submitted to MOF

Fund could help housing projects under RM300k or 80% complete.
COMMENT | PAS ought to organise a 'know Islam' conclave

COMMENT | PAS ought to organise a 'know Islam' conclave

PAS should start by telling non-Muslims what they understand about Islam.
PSM activist left with bloodied face in commotion over farmers' eviction

PSM activist left with bloodied face in commotion over farmers' eviction

UPDATED 12.36PM | PSM claims a Perak land and minerals official shoved Chong Yee Shan.
Prosecution applies to amend Najib's power abuse, money laundering charges

Prosecution applies to amend Najib's power abuse, money laundering charges

1MDB TRIAL | Najib’s legal team objects to prosecutors’ charge-amendment bid
LETTER | Conflict in Gaza: M'sia must step up for Palestinians

LETTER | Conflict in Gaza: M'sia must step up for Palestinians

PM must boycott upcoming Apec meeting, among others.
Focus on Palestine solidarity not 'takbir', Wan Fayhsal told

Focus on Palestine solidarity not 'takbir', Wan Fayhsal told

UPDATED 12.26PM | PARLIAMENT | The lives of two million people are at stake, says Saifuddin.
Wait for court's decision, PAS tells 'Harakah' ex-printers

Wait for court's decision, PAS tells 'Harakah' ex-printers

This is over the party's failure to settle its debt.
PM: Issue of 60 Pahang students 'stranded' in Egypt resolved

PM: Issue of 60 Pahang students 'stranded' in Egypt resolved

It happened because students didn’t follow required procedures, he says.

Organisers expect 20,000 people to attend rally for Palestine

Organisers expect 20,000 people to attend rally for Palestine

Highlight will be Anwar's speech.
BOOK REVIEW | An entrancing story about Kit Siang and modern Malaysia

BOOK REVIEW | An entrancing story about Kit Siang and modern Malaysia

“Bold to the Last Battle” offers insights into Malaysia’s colourful political history.
Zuraida slams speaker for banning derogatory terms in Parliament

Zuraida slams speaker for banning derogatory terms in Parliament

‘It blocks MPs’ freedom of speech, cripples democracy.’
COMMENT | Spread empathy and kindness, not hatred to the young

COMMENT | Spread empathy and kindness, not hatred to the young

Video clip shows students directed to stomp on Israeli flag.
Azalina: Those who ignore child abuse can be fined RM5k

Azalina: Those who ignore child abuse can be fined RM5k

Ignoring victims’ plight adds to their suffering, she says.
M'sia, Egypt want West to pressure Israel to stop attacks - Anwar

M'sia, Egypt want West to pressure Israel to stop attacks - Anwar

Schools and hospitals should be off limits, he adds.
Kelana Jaya LRT line to achieve 3 minute frequency

Kelana Jaya LRT line to achieve 3 minute frequency

Current peak hour frequency is 3.8 minutes, Transport Ministry says.
YOURSAY | Let bygones be bygones

YOURSAY | Let bygones be bygones

’MCA should acknowledge its mistakes and move on.’