Archive - 21 December 2023

MACC seizes Ilham Tower

MACC seizes Ilham Tower

UPDATED 10.34PM | Ex-finance minister Daim's family owns the building.
Cracks in monsoon drain believed to be cause of Puchong landslide

Cracks in monsoon drain believed to be cause of Puchong landslide

We’ll probe the matter through a consultant, exco says.
LETTER | Strengthening Sino-Malaysia’s generational ties

LETTER | Strengthening Sino-Malaysia’s generational ties

Both nations embark on various govt-to-govt measures to boost relationship.
PSM reminds PKR of Harapan's 'donkey years' third vote stand

PSM reminds PKR of Harapan's 'donkey years' third vote stand

Local election was in Pakatan Rakyat's manifesto, Arutchelvan says.
Home Ministry returns Benz Ali’s book after four months

Home Ministry returns Benz Ali’s book after four months

Books should be discussed not confiscated, says bookstore owner.
PM on Israeli vessel ban - Humanitarian stand trumps revenue loss

PM on Israeli vessel ban - Humanitarian stand trumps revenue loss

UPDATED 7.31PM | Risks from trade perspective still under control, Anwar adds.
Fostering Global Ties: Selangor's Strategic Collaboration with Taiwan Cities

Fostering Global Ties: Selangor's Strategic Collaboration with Taiwan Cities

Advancing Digital Excellence, Fostering Educational and Skills Development Through International Collaboration
Man who hit wife with dumbbell charged with murder

Man who hit wife with dumbbell charged with murder

Separately, Kota Bharu Sessions Court finds labourer guilty of sexual assault.
Shahrir sues Thomas, Latheefa, govt for 'malicious prosecution'

Shahrir sues Thomas, Latheefa, govt for 'malicious prosecution'

Ex-Felda chairperson claims he was a victim of abuse of power.
Pua: Free flights to Singapore cheaper than annual interest for HSR

Pua: Free flights to Singapore cheaper than annual interest for HSR

Providing free flights costs RM2b, cheaper than RM4b annual interest.

DE-CIX and Digital Penang Join Forces to enhance the State’s interconnectivity infrastructure

DE-CIX and Digital Penang Join Forces to enhance the State’s interconnectivity infrastructure

Newly-launched Penang Internet Exchange powered by DE-CIX expected to enhance digital capabilities in Penang, positioning it as the next SEA interconnectivity hub
Prasarana to submit report on monorail tyre fire

Prasarana to submit report on monorail tyre fire

The incident is under investigation, says minister Loke.
Knowledge can save you from hell-bound concerns, PM tells youths

Knowledge can save you from hell-bound concerns, PM tells youths

Increase grasp of issues, not just scratch the surface, Anwar urges.
'Pupils in DLP classes not mastering basic Malay, mother tongue'

'Pupils in DLP classes not mastering basic Malay, mother tongue'

Management of DLP implementation lies with state, district education depts, Fadhlina says.
Malaysia Delegation Shines at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards 2023 in Hong Kong

Malaysia Delegation Shines at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards 2023 in Hong Kong

The Malaysia delegation to the prestigious Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2023, held in Hong Kong on 5 – 8 December 2023 did the country proud securing two Winner Awards and two Merit Awards out of the multitude information technology categories contested among 16 economies.
Think out of the box to solve transboundary haze, Yeo tells Nik Nazmi

Think out of the box to solve transboundary haze, Yeo tells Nik Nazmi

One way is to mandate Malaysian companies in Indonesia to disclose satellite data of their operations.
Govt announces toll-free highways for Christmas

Govt announces toll-free highways for Christmas

Waiver will apply on Dec 23 (Saturday), Dec 26 (Tuesday).
Free Prasarana train, bus rides for PWDs from Feb 1 - minister

Free Prasarana train, bus rides for PWDs from Feb 1 - minister

Transport company to give special cards to PWD.
Nurturing Young Minds – EXPLORIA’s Mission To Make STEM Education Accessible For All

Nurturing Young Minds – EXPLORIA’s Mission To Make STEM Education Accessible For All

EXPLORIA has collaborated with UNICEF and MRANTI to run the EXPLORIA Eco Hero Project to educate children on climate science
No graft in flood mitigation projects, cost shrank to RM11.8b - minister

No graft in flood mitigation projects, cost shrank to RM11.8b - minister

He doesn't understand govt's procurement process, Nik Nazmi says of Chegubard.
UOW Malaysia’s Student Making Name in the APMC 2023

UOW Malaysia’s Student Making Name in the APMC 2023

Mr. Choudhury obtained the fastest time during the selection process and trained hard along with his team members two weeks prior to the APMC 2023. As a result, they were able to gain success in the competition and became one of the selected teams for the next APMC 2024 in Taiwan.
Wan Junaidi: No problem with elected senate, but maintain minority reps

Wan Junaidi: No problem with elected senate, but maintain minority reps

'Representation of the few crucial to raise concerns to govt'.
High Court orders Shafee to pay RM5.5m in tax arrears

High Court orders Shafee to pay RM5.5m in tax arrears

This follows the summary judgment obtained by the Inland Revenue Board last week.
New Human Resources Minister and Deputy Minister's first official visit to TalentCorp

New Human Resources Minister and Deputy Minister's first official visit to TalentCorp

The delegation also visited the MYXpats Centre, a joint initiative between TalentCorp and the Immigration Department of Malaysia under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
PKR: DAP should've discussed local govt polls with Harapan first

PKR: DAP should've discussed local govt polls with Harapan first

There needs to be engagement to promote better acceptance, Lee says.
PNB declares income distribution of 5.25 sen for ASB

PNB declares income distribution of 5.25 sen for ASB

Total payout amounts to RM9.3 billion.
US gets back M'sian contractor 'Fat Leonard' in prisoner swap

US gets back M'sian contractor 'Fat Leonard' in prisoner swap

He was at the centre of a major US Navy bribery scandal.

M'sia could sue foreign banks for 1MDB transactions - Johari

M'sia could sue foreign banks for 1MDB transactions - Johari

Settlement will be considered before legal action, says taskforce chief.
LETTER | Let our camaraderie be guiding light in New Year

LETTER | Let our camaraderie be guiding light in New Year

Try to be better Malaysians as we usher in 2024.
Govt studying proposal to set up International Commercial Court in M'sia

Govt studying proposal to set up International Commercial Court in M'sia

Minister Azalina says the idea was discussed with the judiciary.

Stop taking holier-than-thou approach to make us look corrupt, Rafizi told

Stop taking holier-than-thou approach to make us look corrupt, Rafizi told

Bersatu leader takes offence with Rafizi linking Malays with Jana Wibawa scandal.
YOURSAY | Constitution, Parliament should stand above all else

YOURSAY | Constitution, Parliament should stand above all else

'Sultan’s suggestion a reflection of how MACC, Petronas are overseen.'
Politicians on mute fearing religious backlash, rues Ambiga

Politicians on mute fearing religious backlash, rues Ambiga

Malaysian Bar ex-chief cites 'Ops Cegah Pondan' as an example.
COMMENT | Why the political class fears local council polls

COMMENT | Why the political class fears local council polls

It will be harder for establishment to impose their diktats on citizens.