Archive - 17 January 2024

Charging 'Mentega Terbang' filmmakers excessive and archaic: NGO

Charging 'Mentega Terbang' filmmakers excessive and archaic: NGO

Freedom Film Network notes there has been no public outcry against the movie.
'Govt censorship on 3R issues exceeds Sedition Act provisions'

'Govt censorship on 3R issues exceeds Sedition Act provisions'

Law allows for valid comments, New says.
Man acquitted of stalking on grounds of insanity, sent to mental hospital

Man acquitted of stalking on grounds of insanity, sent to mental hospital

UPDATED 6.50PM | Magistrate rules accused was not of sound mind when committing offence.
Penang water tariffs to double, no rate hike in Sabah

Penang water tariffs to double, no rate hike in Sabah

This comes after Span announced water tariff adjustments in peninsula, Labuan.
Beyond the Rails: Unveiling the KTM’s History with Satu Petang

Beyond the Rails: Unveiling the KTM’s History with Satu Petang

UOW Malaysia orchestrated an extraordinary event in collaboration with esteemed partner universities, including UM, UiTM, UPSI, ASWARA, and KTM, titled “Satu Petang: Persembahan On-Site di KTM Kuala Lumpur” on November 24, 2023.
Anwar, ministers attend retreat in Cyberjaya

Anwar, ministers attend retreat in Cyberjaya

Cabinet to seek new initiatives to spur economy.
LETTER | Please, let us move on

LETTER | Please, let us move on

All this political manoeuvring is tiresome.
Lalamove Ramps Up Efforts to Provide Opportunities to Earn Extra Income With Huat-A-Driver Bonanza

Lalamove Ramps Up Efforts to Provide Opportunities to Earn Extra Income With Huat-A-Driver Bonanza

This peak season of Chinese New Year presents an opportunity for driver partners to accept and deliver large volumes of orders, thereby boosting their income for the festive season.
Cop charged with rape of underaged girl, extorting victim's boyfriend

Cop charged with rape of underaged girl, extorting victim's boyfriend

UPDATED 4.18PM | He and a fellow officer allegedly extorted RM500 from victim's boyfriend.
Stalking victim living in fear after pounded with 'love messages', court hears

Stalking victim living in fear after pounded with 'love messages', court hears

31-year-old testifies she's traumatised by accused's constant harassment since 2016.
Three M'sian women named in Forbes' 50 Over 50: Asia 2024 list

Three M'sian women named in Forbes' 50 Over 50: Asia 2024 list

The three are Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria, Ambiga, Mona Riza.
Fact-check: Kopi Alicafe, Kluang Rail Coffee halal, unrelated to DAP

Fact-check: Kopi Alicafe, Kluang Rail Coffee halal, unrelated to DAP

UPDATED 3.50PM | Jakim debunks claims after 2011 case against Kluang Rail Coffee resurfaces.

COMMENT | 'Mentega Terbang': Drop charges against filmmakers

COMMENT | 'Mentega Terbang': Drop charges against filmmakers

Govt must amend or repeal laws which restrict freedom of expression.
M'sian Guantanamo detainees plead guilty to conspiring in 2002 Bali bombing

M'sian Guantanamo detainees plead guilty to conspiring in 2002 Bali bombing

Duo to be sentenced next week.
Teen charged with murdering senior citizen

Teen charged with murdering senior citizen

17-year-old boy faces up to 40 years in jail.
Impeachment: Guan Eng obtains key witness’ MACC statement

Impeachment: Guan Eng obtains key witness’ MACC statement

Court sets 2 days, from Feb 26, for counsel to impeach Zarul.
Dr M willing to meet unity minister over controversial remarks

Dr M willing to meet unity minister over controversial remarks

Ex-premier hopes Aaron will come to the meet-up.
Muda fails in bid to refer probe on judge Nazlan to Federal Court

Muda fails in bid to refer probe on judge Nazlan to Federal Court

No merit by Muda to refer constitutional issues to Federal Court, judge says.
COMMENT | The Dubious Move(s)

COMMENT | The Dubious Move(s)

Govt must address root causes of instability to have stronger administration.
Pandora Papers: Should MACC probe all Labuan entities now, Zafrul jibes

Pandora Papers: Should MACC probe all Labuan entities now, Zafrul jibes

Stop assuming all Labuan companies are doing illegal business, says minister.
Water tariff to go up 22 sen from Feb 1 - Span

Water tariff to go up 22 sen from Feb 1 - Span

Adjustment for Peninsular Malaysia, Labuan will be reviewed every three years.
Qatar announces humanitarian deal between Israel, Hamas

Qatar announces humanitarian deal between Israel, Hamas

Aid will be sent to El Arish in Egypt today.
'Mentega Terbang' director and producer charged

'Mentega Terbang' director and producer charged

UPDATED 11.40AM | Duo claim trial over the offence of intentionally hurting religious feelings of others.
Fire in Ngeh's home: Suspect released on bail may become witness

Fire in Ngeh's home: Suspect released on bail may become witness

This comes after suspect's remand expired today.
Sanusi applies to transfer sedition case to High Court

Sanusi applies to transfer sedition case to High Court

Management for the case set on Jan 24.
COMMENT | Maybe M'sia should switch to presidential system

COMMENT | Maybe M'sia should switch to presidential system

This could be an alternative to fixed-term Parliament legislation.
Zahid: China offering 1k more scholarships for post-TVET students

Zahid: China offering 1k more scholarships for post-TVET students

Selected students need only pay for their air ticket there.
Minister: Data breach notification rules to be included in PDPA

Minister: Data breach notification rules to be included in PDPA

Guidelines set practical steps to manage, protect data, says Gobind.
Penans want 'no logging zone' after Samling's timber cert reinstated

Penans want 'no logging zone' after Samling's timber cert reinstated

We are the last nomads and guardians of the forest, says Penan community.
COMMENT | FAQ on the Fixed-Term Parliament Act

COMMENT | FAQ on the Fixed-Term Parliament Act

Key features of proposed bill explained.
YOURSAY | Pardoning Najib out of the question

YOURSAY | Pardoning Najib out of the question

'There are many others more deserving than Najib.'
AG defends arbitrary powers

AG defends arbitrary powers

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