Archive - 31 January 2024

Aman Palestin hauls MACC to court over frozen accounts

Aman Palestin hauls MACC to court over frozen accounts

Humanitarian aid must continue no matter what happens, lawyer says.
Ed Sheeran concert to proceed, Puspal greenlit: minister

Ed Sheeran concert to proceed, Puspal greenlit: minister

'I appreciate the views of the Penang mufti,' Fahmi says.
Najib pardon or not will hurt Anwar, one way or another - analysts

Najib pardon or not will hurt Anwar, one way or another - analysts

Urbanites will be angry for a while, Chin says.
Ministers mum on Najib's pardon bid, media urged not to jump the gun

Ministers mum on Najib's pardon bid, media urged not to jump the gun

UPDATED 7.18PM | Application discussed in cabinet, Saifuddin says.
Police: Increased sexual offences in Kelantan in 2023

Police: Increased sexual offences in Kelantan in 2023

State's top cop says 249 cases documented.
Pakistan's ex-PM, wife get 14 years jail in state gifts case

Pakistan's ex-PM, wife get 14 years jail in state gifts case

It's also known as the Toshakhana case.
Immigration agrees in court to not deport Bangladeshi politician

Immigration agrees in court to not deport Bangladeshi politician

UPDATED 4.14PM | Worries of deportation persist despite pending legal challenge.
Blogger 'Sang Kelembai' charged with making offensive post on vaccine

Blogger 'Sang Kelembai' charged with making offensive post on vaccine

He claims trial to offence allegedly committed in 2020.
Empowering Change Through UOW Malaysia’s Leading with Design Thinking

Empowering Change Through UOW Malaysia’s Leading with Design Thinking

The “Leading with Design Thinking” session served as an initiative by UOW Malaysia to shape the minds of future leaders, equipping them with the skills and mindset necessary to tackle challenges and lead change in an ever-evolving world.
PKR suspends Ginie Lim as Alor Gajah chief for a year

PKR suspends Ginie Lim as Alor Gajah chief for a year

Lim is said to have gone against party's constitution, among others.
Asean launches travel portal to entice Chinese tourists

Asean launches travel portal to entice Chinese tourists

It's a comprehensive guide to explore 10 Asean destinations including Malaysia.

Group wants transparency from Pardons Board on Najib's bid

Group wants transparency from Pardons Board on Najib's bid

Public has right to be informed, Projek Sama says.
Peja: Muhyiddin in 'comfortable' position to continue leading Bersatu

Peja: Muhyiddin in 'comfortable' position to continue leading Bersatu

Party's No 2 dismisses rumours of internal war.
Govt car fleet probe: MACC freezes tycoon's bank accounts

Govt car fleet probe: MACC freezes tycoon's bank accounts

MACC sees a trend of money being transferred to certain individuals.
UM activist defends protesting gym 'segregation', speaking Mandarin

UM activist defends protesting gym 'segregation', speaking Mandarin

UPDATED 2PM | Among others, he was condemned for equating the policy to ‘Islamic extremism’.
Historic hat-trick for Sultan Nazrin as deputy king

Historic hat-trick for Sultan Nazrin as deputy king

Perak ruler takes oath of office as deputy king for another 5-year term.
Biodata of Sultan Ibrahim, nation’s new Agong

Biodata of Sultan Ibrahim, nation’s new Agong

His Majesty has an illustrious background, including stints in the armed forces.
Sultan Ibrahim sworn in as 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong

Sultan Ibrahim sworn in as 17th Yang di-Pertuan Agong

Johor ruler ascends federal throne in a ceremony steeped in tradition.
Pardons Board's statement on Najib unlikely to come today

Pardons Board's statement on Najib unlikely to come today

UPDATED 2.25PM | Board not likely to detract from new Agong’s swearing-in ceremony.
Couple sells tea at 50 sen to honour kind donors who helped sick daughter

Couple sells tea at 50 sen to honour kind donors who helped sick daughter

10-year-old stall will continue doing so despite rising cost of goods.
UOW Malaysia's Students Unveiled Perak's Heritage and History

UOW Malaysia's Students Unveiled Perak's Heritage and History

As UOW Malaysia values holistic approach in learning, this collaborative initiative expanded the students’ knowledge of architecture and fostered a deeper appreciation for the heritage embedded in the sites they explored which was a significant learning experience for the students.
Court orders Mahfuz to pay RM250k for defaming Sanusi

Court orders Mahfuz to pay RM250k for defaming Sanusi

UPDATED 1.40PM | Suit relates to the purchase of a Toyota Vellfire by Syarikat Air Darul Aman.
Learning Starts With Play

Learning Starts With Play

Play-based learning brings forward many advantages for children and it is fascinating and intriguing as every child learns differently.
LETTER | Reducing food waste protects us

LETTER | Reducing food waste protects us

Wastage escalates social and economic costs, and adversely affects the environment.
'Mentega Terbang' filmmakers obtain court leave to challenge ban

'Mentega Terbang' filmmakers obtain court leave to challenge ban

UPDATED 9.55AM | Feb 14 set for case management of the judicial review.
LETTER | Lack of feasibility studies in tackling cost of living issues

LETTER | Lack of feasibility studies in tackling cost of living issues

Govt still not addressing root causes of the problem.
Suaram slams Bangladeshi politician's deportation order

Suaram slams Bangladeshi politician's deportation order

UPDATED 1.07PM | Home minister should intervene to stop deportation, Sevan says.
COMMENT | Drop charges on Mentega Terbang's filmmakers

COMMENT | Drop charges on Mentega Terbang's filmmakers

Rather than restricting, we should encourage open, constructive dialogue.
Ex-MACC officer: Place agency under Parliament to avoid bias

Ex-MACC officer: Place agency under Parliament to avoid bias

Agency was always accused of being unfair, selective, says Bahri.
Sultan Ibrahim to take oath as 17th Agong today

Sultan Ibrahim to take oath as 17th Agong today

Sultan Nazrin of Perak will become his deputy.
YOURSAY | UPM risks losing credibility over paper

YOURSAY | UPM risks losing credibility over paper

'History cannot be written according to one's whims and fancies.'
Schrodinger's Najib

Schrodinger's Najib

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.