Archive - 2 November 2023

Former Sekijang MP Natrah dies, aged 73

Former Sekijang MP Natrah dies, aged 73

Fahmi confirms the matter on social media.
Ex-deputy minister ponders on intolerance after nasi kandar saga

Ex-deputy minister ponders on intolerance after nasi kandar saga

Respecting non-Muslims’ rights an important aspect of Islamic teaching, he says.
Minimum wage order review takes into account socioeconomic data

Minimum wage order review takes into account socioeconomic data

Currently, semi-skilled workers earn almost the same as low-skilled employees - minister.
PM: Opposition's Iskandar, Suhaili did not meet me or ministers

PM: Opposition's Iskandar, Suhaili did not meet me or ministers

UPDATED 8.57PM | 'However, I welcome their maturity and wisdom.'
Economists: Retaining OPR at 3pct will build market confidence

Economists: Retaining OPR at 3pct will build market confidence

It brings relief to borrowers and will support consumer spending.
Undersea tunnel case: Court allows impeachment move against witness

Undersea tunnel case: Court allows impeachment move against witness

Defence team plans to ascertain if there were discrepancies in Zarul’s statement.
Mosti expects hydrogen energy to cost 15 sen kwh within 5 years

Mosti expects hydrogen energy to cost 15 sen kwh within 5 years

It’s expensive now because market is not fully developed - Chang.
Dewan Rakyat passes Budget 2024 at policy stage

Dewan Rakyat passes Budget 2024 at policy stage

UPDATED 7.28PM | Next, it will proceed for a second reading, debated at committee level.
Anwar cannot be seen as being ambiguous on Palestine - analysts

Anwar cannot be seen as being ambiguous on Palestine - analysts

'Strong pro-Palestine stance politically expedient in today’s Malaysia.'
'Stop acting': PN MPs flay minister over Palestine week

'Stop acting': PN MPs flay minister over Palestine week

UPDATED 6.51PM | Minister's emotional display unnecessary, Ahmad Fadhli says.
'Don't mess with teachers, schools' - emotional Fadhlina tells critics

'Don't mess with teachers, schools' - emotional Fadhlina tells critics

PARLIAMENT | Give us room to carry out our responsibilities, she says.
Malaysian troops leave for Lebanon

Malaysian troops leave for Lebanon

KINILENS | 854-strong Malbatt 850-11 to replace prior group.
Explain minister, deputy's absence from Parliament -  MP urges PM

Explain minister, deputy's absence from Parliament - MP urges PM

PARLIAMENT | ‘Upsetting deputy speaker has to postpone question time due to their absence.’
Strong denials over 'NGOs paid to incite Orang Asli land issues' claim

Strong denials over 'NGOs paid to incite Orang Asli land issues' claim

No proof, Jakoa DG may be probed, Orang Asli leader says.
LETTER | Could de-dollarisation help to strengthen the ringgit?

LETTER | Could de-dollarisation help to strengthen the ringgit?

Realistically speaking, it may not be the case.
Be ready for any eventuality, minister tells Lebanon-bound troops

Be ready for any eventuality, minister tells Lebanon-bound troops

UPDATED 6.37PM | M'sian troops joining UN peacekeeping mission, replacing prior year's group.
Apex court to hear SIS forum appeal over fatwa labelling it deviant on Feb 27

Apex court to hear SIS forum appeal over fatwa labelling it deviant on Feb 27

Matter was confirmed following case management today - counsel.
Govt to implement 3 steps to monitor chicken prices

Govt to implement 3 steps to monitor chicken prices

This after govt scrapped subsidies for chicken effective yesterday.
MP reveals role in helping Penang man on Indonesian death row

MP reveals role in helping Penang man on Indonesian death row

After finding out about the case, Bakhtiar went to meet with Tor's family in Balik Pulau.
Bersatu sec-gen: Outsiders using renegade MPs to divide party

Bersatu sec-gen: Outsiders using renegade MPs to divide party

But they will not succeed as Bersatu MPs reaffirm support for Muhyiddin, adds Hamzah.
Cabinet to discuss citizenship changes tomorrow amid pushback

Cabinet to discuss citizenship changes tomorrow amid pushback

Minister Azalina says there needs to be more 'clarity and explanation'.
Ramasamy seeks help to raise RM1.52m to pay Zakir Naik pending appeal

Ramasamy seeks help to raise RM1.52m to pay Zakir Naik pending appeal

UPDATED 4.30PM | Ex-Penang DCM says any excess donations will be used for public.
Not true you will be jailed for tinted windows, says Loke

Not true you will be jailed for tinted windows, says Loke

UPDATED 4.15PM | Even full tint allowed but application must be approved.
RTD can't stop enforcement on lorry drivers - minister

RTD can't stop enforcement on lorry drivers - minister

PARLIAMENT | Loke acknowledges drivers' dissatisfaction but cites public safety considerations.
Menu Rahmah: Sellers to get discount cards to buy ingredients

Menu Rahmah: Sellers to get discount cards to buy ingredients

Acting minister says traders can get discounts up to 40pct.
Malaysian Red Crescent Society and Maeedicare Charitable Foundation launch Klinik Amal Percuma for underserved communities

Malaysian Red Crescent Society and Maeedicare Charitable Foundation launch Klinik Amal Percuma for underserved communities

The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) and Maaedicare Charitable Foundation (Maaedicare), two significant non-profit organisations in Malaysia, have teamed up in a breakthrough partnership to deliver free, affordable healthcare in the country.
Biden calls for 'pause' in Gaza

Biden calls for 'pause' in Gaza

Responding to heckler, he says 'pause' to 'get prisoners out'.
PAC gives Health Ministry 2 months to explain Covid procurements

PAC gives Health Ministry 2 months to explain Covid procurements

Committee highlights faulty ventilators, RM505m expired vaccines.
Education Ministry will provide input on S'wak's proposal to replace UPSR

Education Ministry will provide input on S'wak's proposal to replace UPSR

Fadhlina says if framework is aimed at strengthening assessment, ministry will support it.
Fadhlina: Palestine week effectively delivers message of peace

Fadhlina: Palestine week effectively delivers message of peace

Minister says programme takes into account students' understanding of the conflict.
Muda raised RM1.12m for six state elections - Syed Saddiq

Muda raised RM1.12m for six state elections - Syed Saddiq

The party spent a 'meagre' RM45k for each of the 19 state seats it contested.
WHO treaty, IHR agreement won't be decided before Dec 1 - minister

WHO treaty, IHR agreement won't be decided before Dec 1 - minister

PARLIAMENT | Next IHR negotiations from Dec 7-8, Zaliha says.
Ministry urges MYAirline workers to file owed salary claims promptly

Ministry urges MYAirline workers to file owed salary claims promptly

This is so the government can take action according to the law.
Tiong tells Wan Saiful to focus on graft case, threatens legal action

Tiong tells Wan Saiful to focus on graft case, threatens legal action

UPDATED 1.34PM | Minister points out Bersatu leaders' graft charges despite anti-corruption stance.
Reduce bureaucracy that keeps Orang Asli villages in darkness - activists

Reduce bureaucracy that keeps Orang Asli villages in darkness - activists

UPDATED 1.40PM | Orang Asli under Jakoa cannot act independently to obtain facilities, activist points out.
redONE appoints new CEO for Malaysia

redONE appoints new CEO for Malaysia

Ameen Amaendran returns to redONE
Defamation: Court orders Ramasamy to pay over RM1m to Zakir

Defamation: Court orders Ramasamy to pay over RM1m to Zakir

UPDATED 1.12PM | Judge directs payment within 30 days.
HRD Corp Celebrates Malaysia's High Achievers At The HRD Awards 2023

HRD Corp Celebrates Malaysia's High Achievers At The HRD Awards 2023

44 winners emerged across three categories at the 21st iteration of the ‘Oscars of HR’
Anwar: Luxury tax kicks off on May 1, details being finalised

Anwar: Luxury tax kicks off on May 1, details being finalised

Implementation is in the final policy stages, finance minister says.
Court rejects Apandi's defamation appeal against Kit Siang

Court rejects Apandi's defamation appeal against Kit Siang

UPDATED 4.50PM | Appellate court orders ex-AG to pay RM100,000 costs to DAP veteran.
Najib in hospital after contracting Covid-19

Najib in hospital after contracting Covid-19

UPDATED 11.50AM | Ex-PM in stable condition, undergoing quarantine.

Rights group slams Saifuddin's defence of citizenship law amendments

Rights group slams Saifuddin's defence of citizenship law amendments

This shows minister's lack of understanding on the issue, says Zaid Malek.
COMMENT | Wan Saiful should act pro bono for PTPTN

COMMENT | Wan Saiful should act pro bono for PTPTN

Student loan reforms during his tenure stymied by communication issues.
LETTER | End violence against journalists in conflict zones

LETTER | End violence against journalists in conflict zones

The press must be given absolute protection, as they are our eyes and ears in war.
COMMENT | I'm not Muslim and not imagining Teresa wearing nothing

COMMENT | I'm not Muslim and not imagining Teresa wearing nothing

Religious misogyny and being a non-Muslim woman in this country.
YOURSAY | Wan Saiful, leave your cocoon, mix around

YOURSAY | Wan Saiful, leave your cocoon, mix around

‘Learn other cultures and do not judge’.