Archive - 30 October 2023

Gamuda inks JV agreement to develop RM4b hydrorelectric plant in Sabah

Gamuda inks JV agreement to develop RM4b hydrorelectric plant in Sabah

Construction expected to take five years, 40 years initial operating period.
White paper on progressive wage policy on Nov 30 - Rafizi

White paper on progressive wage policy on Nov 30 - Rafizi

Implementation must involve all quarters, nationwide effort, says economy minister.
Rafizi back to work following heart stent op

Rafizi back to work following heart stent op

Economy minister reminds others to have regular checkups.
TMJ: Next Agong wants to ‘restore order’, interesting times ahead

TMJ: Next Agong wants to ‘restore order’, interesting times ahead

My father is strict but understanding - Tunku Ismail.
Anwar wants M'sia, S'pore AGs to discuss resolutions for Batu Puteh issues

Anwar wants M'sia, S'pore AGs to discuss resolutions for Batu Puteh issues

'Showcase how two great friends can try and resolve in a win-win situation.'
King Charles bestows Sunway Group founder honorary knighthood

King Charles bestows Sunway Group founder honorary knighthood

Jeffrey Cheah is honoured for services to higher education, healthcare and philanthropy.
Ministry won't act against state govts' sports policies - Adam

Ministry won't act against state govts' sports policies - Adam

PARLIAMENT | The states have the authority to set policies, adds deputy minister.
Wan Saiful mocks Anwar, Akmal for reusing once-opposed scheme

Wan Saiful mocks Anwar, Akmal for reusing once-opposed scheme

Anwar believes repayment scheme that he once disagreed with is not burdensome.
Ex-minister parts with 'beloved' Rolex to raise money for Palestinians

Ex-minister parts with 'beloved' Rolex to raise money for Palestinians

The watch is a gift from the Saudi monarch, King Salman.
Ventilators: We ordered an apple, but got something else - MOH tells PAC

Ventilators: We ordered an apple, but got something else - MOH tells PAC

'When the machines arrived, they were not what we ordered,' says witness.

Energy experts support nuclear power but activists push back

Energy experts support nuclear power but activists push back

Experts stress at energy transition conference that nuclear tech is safe, efficient.
COMMENT | Solar powers Malaysia's renewable energy push

COMMENT | Solar powers Malaysia's renewable energy push

Solar power initiatives lighting the way to transforming country's energy system.

M'sia must honour commitment to supply water to S'pore: Anwar

M'sia must honour commitment to supply water to S'pore: Anwar

PM points out both countries must work together to enhance capacity of Johor River.

LETTER | Opposed to Hamas doesn’t mean one is against Gaza

LETTER | Opposed to Hamas doesn’t mean one is against Gaza

However, Hamas’ attack cannot justify Israel’s collective punishment against Palestinians.
LETTER | Floating chicken prices: Did Putrajaya think this through?

LETTER | Floating chicken prices: Did Putrajaya think this through?

Despite assurances, the move going to hit an already-struggling masses harder.
Introducing Zero Waste living to Malaysia’s Young Explorers

Introducing Zero Waste living to Malaysia’s Young Explorers

A newly developed community space in Taman Subang hosted over 120 young explorers as part of the EU-ASEAN Green Diplomacy Weeks 2023.
Middle East conflict will not affect M'sia-S'pore ties: PM Lee

Middle East conflict will not affect M'sia-S'pore ties: PM Lee

Both countries have made their respective positions clear, says Lee Hsien Loong.
Syerleena: MPs should maintain high conduct, avoid sexist remarks

Syerleena: MPs should maintain high conduct, avoid sexist remarks

She says it perpetuates a culture of discrimination and inequality.
House erupts as Shahidan accuses PKR MP of supporting Israel

House erupts as Shahidan accuses PKR MP of supporting Israel

PARLIAMENT | The PAS MP eventually retracts claim after being instructed by deputy speaker.
Teo: Following The 1975 stunt, show organisers must now have 'kill switch'

Teo: Following The 1975 stunt, show organisers must now have 'kill switch'

PARLIAMENT | She says it's to put an immediate stop to inappropriate incidents.
PKR 12 slam Israel, say stand on 'Palestine week' misinterpreted

PKR 12 slam Israel, say stand on 'Palestine week' misinterpreted

UPDATED 2.22PM | 'Our stand doesn't mean we oppose Palestine or support Israel.'
Send PKR 12 to Palestine, Umno Youth chief tells PM

Send PKR 12 to Palestine, Umno Youth chief tells PM

The reps should go on humanitarian mission to get a ‘clearer understanding’ - Akmal.

Court orders blogger to remove FB post 'linking' minister to sexual claim

Court orders blogger to remove FB post 'linking' minister to sexual claim

Papagomo given 24 hours to do so.
PN's Labuan rep backs Anwar, cites rising cost of living

PN's Labuan rep backs Anwar, cites rising cost of living

UPDATED 1.03PM | Suhaili follows in the footsteps of his Kuala Kangsar counterpart Iskandar Dzulkarnain.

Deceased's religious status: Family, Mais urged to consider alternative solution

Deceased's religious status: Family, Mais urged to consider alternative solution

Judge suggests this as there are serious disputes of fact on deceased's religious status.
LETTER | Let’s ditch our narrow view of dementia

LETTER | Let’s ditch our narrow view of dementia

Those with dementia are not a ‘burden’ to society.
Ventilators not up to specs, RM505m loss from expired vaccines - PAC

Ventilators not up to specs, RM505m loss from expired vaccines - PAC

UPDATED 1.08PM | Committee finds irregularities in govt procurements during the height of Covid-19.
PM playing it 'too safe', Yeoh 'superb' - TMJ

PM playing it 'too safe', Yeoh 'superb' - TMJ

The Johor royalty urges Anwar to be decisive, praises 2 DAP leaders.

COMMENT | Do non-Malays feel about Palestine differently?

COMMENT | Do non-Malays feel about Palestine differently?

With rising polarisation locally, people fear things may backfire.
Chicken price floated, egg subsidies remain

Chicken price floated, egg subsidies remain

UPDATED 10.34AM | It's part of plan to implement targeted subsidies system.
COMMENT | Hamas gives Anwar’s histrionic talents rein

COMMENT | Hamas gives Anwar’s histrionic talents rein

Once tagged as a Zionist sympathiser, Anwar now hastens to Hamas’ defence.

Bersatu obtains leave to challenge MACC account seizure

Bersatu obtains leave to challenge MACC account seizure

UPDATED 10.12AM | This paves the way for a hearing of the merit of the action.
Ex-MTUC chief: Don’t expect workers to be productive if they’re hungry

Ex-MTUC chief: Don’t expect workers to be productive if they’re hungry

MTUC and unions must focus on improving livelihood, says Syed Shahir.
YOURSAY | Rome Statute: Hypocrisy over human rights

YOURSAY | Rome Statute: Hypocrisy over human rights

'Pragmatism and fairness have deserted this country long ago.'
PM in Singapore for two-day working visit

PM in Singapore for two-day working visit

Anwar landed at Changi Airport yesterday, leaders' retreat begins today.
Palestine Solidarity Week begins

Palestine Solidarity Week begins

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.