Archive - 20 December 2023

Perodua undertakes detailed assessment after Daihatsu's announcement

Perodua undertakes detailed assessment after Daihatsu's announcement

‘We apologise to the public for any alarm the announcement may bring.’
Amanah members not stupid, Youth vice-chief hits out at former leader

Amanah members not stupid, Youth vice-chief hits out at former leader

Zulhazmi blasts defector who criticised Mat Sabu.
Fahmi: Port ban clear signal M’sia doesn’t recognise Israel

Fahmi: Port ban clear signal M’sia doesn’t recognise Israel

‘This is to show our support to the people of Gaza.’
LETTER | A tribute to Sulaiman

LETTER | A tribute to Sulaiman

The legendary lawyer has helped Gerak on many occasions.
Bersatu alleges major kickbacks in flood mitigation projects

Bersatu alleges major kickbacks in flood mitigation projects

This led to costs ballooning to over RM16b, Chegubard claims.
Man stabs aunt to death out of anger

Man stabs aunt to death out of anger

Suspect's aunt allegedly interfered in his romantic relationship with her daughter.
Local council polls call not wrong but unnecessary - Reezal

Local council polls call not wrong but unnecessary - Reezal

Ex-minister says funds can be used to improve people's well-being instead.
New HR minister outlines 3 focuses, cancels ‘Skills Passport’ initiative

New HR minister outlines 3 focuses, cancels ‘Skills Passport’ initiative

Sim also appoints veteran unionist Chee as his special duties officer.
Current Omicron variant not virulent - public health specialist

Current Omicron variant not virulent - public health specialist

Cases are expected to decrease within a month, Tan says.
Don't falsify income for child to enter MRSM,  parents reminded

Don't falsify income for child to enter MRSM, parents reminded

They are depriving others who are genuinely deserving, says Mara chair.

Govt allocates RM255m for rubber smallholders affected by floods

Govt allocates RM255m for rubber smallholders affected by floods

Three agencies involved in the aid distribution, Zahid says.
Man who pleads guilty to stalking photographer ordered to enter trial

Man who pleads guilty to stalking photographer ordered to enter trial

UPDATED 4.33PM | Defence U-turns on insanity plea.
Banker Rashid Hussain appointed new Tabung Haji chairperson

Banker Rashid Hussain appointed new Tabung Haji chairperson

The RHB founder takes over from Azman Mokhtar.
31 KL police contingent personnel sacked until November this year

31 KL police contingent personnel sacked until November this year

KL police chief says they were sacked for various offences.
Public-Private Partnerships: Key Component to Creating A Mature Data Ecosystem

Public-Private Partnerships: Key Component to Creating A Mature Data Ecosystem

Explore the critical role of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in shaping a robust data ecosystem and the potential to drive innovation for collective growth and societal benefit.
Data Literacy in today's Digital Age

Data Literacy in today's Digital Age

Explores the dimensions of data literacy and its significance to interpret and analyse the conclusions of today's digital age.
Refer Takiyuddin to Parliamentary Privileges Committee, says Lim

Refer Takiyuddin to Parliamentary Privileges Committee, says Lim

This is after the PAS leader dubbed non-Malay PM remark 'poisonous propaganda'.

LETTER | Local elections: DAP agenda vs national stability

LETTER | Local elections: DAP agenda vs national stability

'Proposal could affect harmony among multi-ethnic population.'
COMMENT | Avoid looking at local govt election from racial perspective

COMMENT | Avoid looking at local govt election from racial perspective

To make local govt polls a reality, be considerate and hear other views.
Rafizi: Govt won't use Malays to enrich a few with 'Ali Baba scheme'

Rafizi: Govt won't use Malays to enrich a few with 'Ali Baba scheme'

The minister stresses his priority is to increase bumiputeras' economic contribution.

Govt blocks Israeli shipping firm's vessels from docking in M'sia

Govt blocks Israeli shipping firm's vessels from docking in M'sia

UPDATED 12.01PM | PM says the ban extends to any vessels flying Israeli flag.
Third wave of flood likely to hit Terengganu coastal areas

Third wave of flood likely to hit Terengganu coastal areas

Residents advised to be prepared for such an eventuality.

Stepping Inside Izara @ Bayu Sutera, Seremban

Stepping Inside Izara @ Bayu Sutera, Seremban

d’Tempat Country Club emerges as a clubhouse with extensive facilities, featuring an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a kids' room, a wedding hall, a gym, a restaurant and bar, a mini cineplex, a 10-lane bowling alley, and a spa.
COMMENT | Third vote: Rejection or acceptance should be evidence-based

COMMENT | Third vote: Rejection or acceptance should be evidence-based

Right now, appointees at local councils lack public scrutiny.
UN Security Council vote on Gaza postponed again

UN Security Council vote on Gaza postponed again

US not convinced on the draft resolution.
LETTER | All I want is a Christmas tree to light up Malaysia

LETTER | All I want is a Christmas tree to light up Malaysia

The Christmas tree symbolises importance of transcending petty and regressive ethno-religiosity.
Youngsters shine with creative stories in ‘The Eye’

Youngsters shine with creative stories in ‘The Eye’

Seven-month writing programme proves fruitful for 20 first-time writers.
Court fines man RM300 for trespassing, crossing Pudu LRT track

Court fines man RM300 for trespassing, crossing Pudu LRT track

Accused paid the fine.

Legal experts divided on royal control over MACC, Petronas

Legal experts divided on royal control over MACC, Petronas

Some argue such ideas, if implemented, may require amendments to Federal Constitution.
‘You deserve it', Agong tells security guard after medal award

‘You deserve it', Agong tells security guard after medal award

King awards Yogeswary for her courteousness in helping people.
Peter Anthony retains KDM Malaysia's presidency

Peter Anthony retains KDM Malaysia's presidency

We will continue to assist the community in the state, he says.
YOURSAY | Good governance is not toxic

YOURSAY | Good governance is not toxic

‘PAS is the one that needs to be controlled.’
COMMENT | Moving forward with Madani values

COMMENT | Moving forward with Madani values

Practising the 6 values will ensure harmonious multicultural society.
Uproar over local council polls

Uproar over local council polls

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.