Archive - 20 November 2023

Ex-MP calls for fresh probe into Nepali recruiter's death

Ex-MP calls for fresh probe into Nepali recruiter's death

Charles questions police's 'no foul play' assertion in Rinji's death after Malaysiakini's exposé.
Have separate restaurants for smokers, MP suggests

Have separate restaurants for smokers, MP suggests

PARLIAMENT | New classifications needed due to poor enforcement of smoking ban, says Mumtaz.
Agus reveals 'Mr H' identity to police

Agus reveals 'Mr H' identity to police

This is over a video featuring him and a J-Kom officer allegedly discussing lewd acts.
Anwar’s suit against Pendang MP to be heard in Jan 2025

Anwar’s suit against Pendang MP to be heard in Jan 2025

It was originally slated for July 2026, counsel says.
Wee denies contacting China suppliers to procure ventilators

Wee denies contacting China suppliers to procure ventilators

PARLIAMENT | The ex-minister points out it was not his role to buy the machines.
MetMalaysia: Continuous heavy rain in T’ganu, K’tan until Wed

MetMalaysia: Continuous heavy rain in T’ganu, K’tan until Wed

Several areas in Kedah will also experience continuous downpours.
Police investigate an average of 15 non-existent investment cases daily

Police investigate an average of 15 non-existent investment cases daily

This involves losses of more than RM364 million.
Sustainable Serenity Unveiled

Sustainable Serenity Unveiled

Presenting M Minori where sustainability, professionalism, and Japanese craftsmanship converge

PN MPs: We didn't play truant

PN MPs: We didn't play truant

PARLIAMENT | Queries of some PN MPs skipped due to their absence this morning.
Jokowi: Biden didn't respond to Indonesia's plea for Gaza ceasefire

Jokowi: Biden didn't respond to Indonesia's plea for Gaza ceasefire

This is after the two leaders met at the White House.
US Pizza proposes name change as consumer boycotts rage on

US Pizza proposes name change as consumer boycotts rage on

'We don't pay royalties to the US,' it says in promo campaign.

Idris: PN will back amendments to clarify syariah jurisdiction

Idris: PN will back amendments to clarify syariah jurisdiction

PN ready to support, says PAS veep.
Royal Education Award winner calls for meritocracy in education

Royal Education Award winner calls for meritocracy in education

Prioritise meritocracy in education to enable fair future for M'sia, Nahvin says.
COMMENT | This is how to increase EV uptake

COMMENT | This is how to increase EV uptake

Comprehensive supply chain vital to encouraging better EV uptake in developing nations.
Penang land sale issue: PDC amends offer letters

Penang land sale issue: PDC amends offer letters

Amendments include clause on share changes prior to signing agreements.
Abang Jo tables RM13.6b largest ever state budget

Abang Jo tables RM13.6b largest ever state budget

This will help stimulate Sarawak's economic growth, says the premier.
Suhakam Act amendment to be tabled next week: Azalina

Suhakam Act amendment to be tabled next week: Azalina

UPDATED 10.24AM | Minister optimistic that first reading could be done before Nov 30.
Muda to hold elections next year, implement rejuvenation agenda

Muda to hold elections next year, implement rejuvenation agenda

It's important for the party to attract new faces, says its acting chief.
Uphold rule of law, don’t incite public: CJ

Uphold rule of law, don’t incite public: CJ

Tengku Maimun tells lawyers to argue case in court instead.
Faulty ventilators: Adham should be held responsible, says Kampar MP

Faulty ventilators: Adham should be held responsible, says Kampar MP

PARLIAMENT | Chong Zhemin urges action be taken against the former health minister.
Govt needs to build robust social protection system - Ahmad Maslan

Govt needs to build robust social protection system - Ahmad Maslan

This is to enable the people to withstand next economic shock.
BN's Kemaman candidate has 'unfinished business' in his hometown

BN's Kemaman candidate has 'unfinished business' in his hometown

Former armed forces chief says he wants to give back to Kemaman.
Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 13,000 since Oct 7

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 13,000 since Oct 7

Over 30k injured, with 75 percent being women, children.
COMMENT | Why are seafood prices high and fisherfolk poor

COMMENT | Why are seafood prices high and fisherfolk poor

Billions have been spent for their betterment, why isn't it working?
MPs may have to consider amending Federal Constitution - lawyer

MPs may have to consider amending Federal Constitution - lawyer

UPDATED 2.13PM | 'It is needed in case Federal Court rules against K'tan syariah code.'

Jakoa, Kemas team up to help raise Orang Asli literacy

Jakoa, Kemas team up to help raise Orang Asli literacy

An educational programme helps the community master reading, writing, counting.
LETTER | Tour operators must step out of their comfort zones

LETTER | Tour operators must step out of their comfort zones

In the tourism industry, one size can't fit all.
MyMinda records over 17k mental health checks in less than a month

MyMinda records over 17k mental health checks in less than a month

Over 23pct showed risk of depression, minister adds.
Creating more digital space to promote child protection

Creating more digital space to promote child protection

Legal Affairs Division looking at incorporating child-friendly reporting platforms next year.
The vitality of community initiatives to cultivate a brighter future for Malaysia

The vitality of community initiatives to cultivate a brighter future for Malaysia

Fostering a sense of community and active participation in initiatives aimed at societal betterment is not just a responsibility but a collective opportunity for every Malaysian.
LETTER | Kudos to govt over drug pricing transparency issue

LETTER | Kudos to govt over drug pricing transparency issue

This will help public make informed decision, address cost of living.
Sanusi's ex-aide charged with bribery linked to rare earth mining

Sanusi's ex-aide charged with bribery linked to rare earth mining

UPDATED 12.58PM | Hilmi claims trial to both charges of soliciting and receiving bribes.
PN MPs absent en masse from Dewan Rakyat

PN MPs absent en masse from Dewan Rakyat

UPDATED 12.19PM | Many of them are outside the Palace of Justice.
Suttinon Panyo goes wire-to-wire to win Toyota Tour Championship

Suttinon Panyo goes wire-to-wire to win Toyota Tour Championship

Suttinon, who aced the second hole dubbed the “monster” during yesterday’s third round, carded a two-under 70 on Saujana’s Palm Course, to add to the 67, 69 and 67 rounds he had had earlier.
Cabinet did not discuss about Palestinian refugees - Ewon

Cabinet did not discuss about Palestinian refugees - Ewon

There was also no discussion about support for Hamas, says Upko chief.
Police to record Agus' statement today

Police to record Agus' statement today

We will also get statement from Wahab soon, Razarudin says.
AGC says it has been consistent on legal opinion over GEG issue since 2022

AGC says it has been consistent on legal opinion over GEG issue since 2022

It adds provisions in a bill on this matter can be challenged in court.
Apex court reserves judgment over K'tan syariah code challenge

Apex court reserves judgment over K'tan syariah code challenge

UPDATED 12.03PM | Judges will deliberate and decide later, Tengku Maimun says.
Migrant worker import quota won via fake deals, then traded for millions

Migrant worker import quota won via fake deals, then traded for millions

Over a thousand arrived to no jobs due to fake contracts.
COMMENT | Political class weaponising Palestinian trauma

COMMENT | Political class weaponising Palestinian trauma

Why is govt staying silent when businesses in M'sia get threatened?
Upgrades to rural Sabah school already underway - MOE

Upgrades to rural Sabah school already underway - MOE

UPDATED 12.56PM | Total of RM12.5m has been allocated in Budget 2024.
Pahang Harapan, BN sign MoU to strengthen state administration

Pahang Harapan, BN sign MoU to strengthen state administration

MoU framework includes appointments, positions, areas of cooperation, state planning
YOURSAY | MIC should get its priorities right

YOURSAY | MIC should get its priorities right

'Go help your own members first and clean up party affairs.'
Another M'sian sex scandal

Another M'sian sex scandal

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