Archive - 19 February 2024

Truant teacher case: Whistleblower tells of 'oppressive culture' at school

Truant teacher case: Whistleblower tells of 'oppressive culture' at school

Teachers were dissuaded from voicing out issues due to 'manipulative' principal.
Daim not Muda's 'godfather' - party president

Daim not Muda's 'godfather' - party president

Amira however stops short of denying if former minister gave them funds.
PM denies Madani rice will support cartels, says reverse is true

PM denies Madani rice will support cartels, says reverse is true

Anwar adds there has been no decision on Madani rice proposal yet.
Burning auxiliary cop car: P-hailing rider pleads not guilty

Burning auxiliary cop car: P-hailing rider pleads not guilty

Hasif is allowed RM7k bail, required to report to police station monthly.
TCM practitioners exempted from service tax - finance minister II

TCM practitioners exempted from service tax - finance minister II

Amir says they only have to be registered with Health Ministry.
Rafizi undergoes spinal surgery, to resume duties next month

Rafizi undergoes spinal surgery, to resume duties next month

Minister says he suffered a slipped disc, recovering well.
Najib's lawyer questions why certain evidence not shared with defence

Najib's lawyer questions why certain evidence not shared with defence

1MDB TRIAL | MACC officer explains those documents were deemed irrelevant to the case.
Parliament: No motion to challenge PM submitted after Dubai Move fiasco

Parliament: No motion to challenge PM submitted after Dubai Move fiasco

UPDATED 5.09PM | This is despite intense speculation on the move last year.
T'ganu Syariah Court issues first caning sentence for khalwat

T'ganu Syariah Court issues first caning sentence for khalwat

Sentence imposed because it is the man's second offence.
DOSM: Most M'sians in S'pore, Brunei are skilled, semi-skilled workers

DOSM: Most M'sians in S'pore, Brunei are skilled, semi-skilled workers

Job opportunities, higher salaries, suitable working environment among factors.
Designated smoking zones proposal not finalised - Dzulkefly

Designated smoking zones proposal not finalised - Dzulkefly

Health minister says its practicality and feasibility are being assessed.
Rafizi ready to take on Najib camp, reveal identity of propagandist

Rafizi ready to take on Najib camp, reveal identity of propagandist

UPDATED 4.59PM | Minister says he will get PM and DPM's views first.
Samsuri: PAS not opposed to concerts, just problematic singers

Samsuri: PAS not opposed to concerts, just problematic singers

'If performers fight for LGBTQ+, are pro-Zionist, we say no.'
Ex-S'wak MP sworn in as Senate president, first Dayak to hold post

Ex-S'wak MP sworn in as Senate president, first Dayak to hold post

UPDATED 2.52PM | Mutang appointed without challenge from opposition.
For kids, 'Nomo' better than 'Fomo' - Fahmi tells TikTok, FB

For kids, 'Nomo' better than 'Fomo' - Fahmi tells TikTok, FB

Minister urges social media to say 'no more' to excessive content for children.
Govt studying extending passport validity to 10 years

Govt studying extending passport validity to 10 years

Thailand, Indonesia have already adopted 10-year validity, says minister.
Malaysia to Host Asia Pacific Predator League 2025

Malaysia to Host Asia Pacific Predator League 2025

The announcement was made at the recently concluded fifth APAC Predator League in Manila where Acer Malaysia Managing Director Kon Tek Yoong received the Predator League pennant from Sue Ong-Lim.
LETTER | Raise PTPTN loans to suit current economic condition

LETTER | Raise PTPTN loans to suit current economic condition

It's time the government put the money where the mouth is.
COMMENT | Of Nik Elin and religious bigotry

COMMENT | Of Nik Elin and religious bigotry

'Malaya was never meant to be an Islamic state.'
LETTER | Blood on our hands after Rafah massacre

LETTER | Blood on our hands after Rafah massacre

Malaysia must reconsider its ties with the US.
Islamic NGO leader baffled over FBI linking him to terrorists

Islamic NGO leader baffled over FBI linking him to terrorists

Abu Bakar to seek clarification from Foreign Ministry.
7 Things to Consider When Choosing An Insect Light Trap

7 Things to Consider When Choosing An Insect Light Trap

Find out how you can choose the right ILT that is both effective at catching flies and suitable for your business needs and environment.
NGO calls for PM to provide one-month 'festive aid'

NGO calls for PM to provide one-month 'festive aid'

Rising costs has cast shadow over festive traditions, Solomon says.
PAS sec-gen wants immediate resolution for syariah debate

PAS sec-gen wants immediate resolution for syariah debate

Support upholding syariah laws regardless of party, Takiyuddin says.
During and after Nik Aziz, PAS is the same - party leaders

During and after Nik Aziz, PAS is the same - party leaders

They point out core values remain unchanged despite perception flip.
Unlicensed pig farm ordered to close over river pollution

Unlicensed pig farm ordered to close over river pollution

All remaining pigs to be moved to slaughterhouse.
COMMENT | Hadi's insurgency against the Madani state

COMMENT | Hadi's insurgency against the Madani state

PAS chief's commitment to Islam attracts supporters.
Ex-vice-chancellor dies days after power abuse acquittal

Ex-vice-chancellor dies days after power abuse acquittal

67-year-old was battling heart disease, son says.
Madani rice

Madani rice

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