Archive - 5 March 2024

Australian companies keen to invest RM24.5b in Malaysia, says PM

Australian companies keen to invest RM24.5b in Malaysia, says PM

Potential firms include data centre operators AirTrunk and NextDC, Anwar says.
Police deny rejecting Women's March rally notice four times

Police deny rejecting Women's March rally notice four times

Allaudeen says cops only received one form, which was incomplete.
Including logistics services in SST hike will raise consumer prices - MCA

Including logistics services in SST hike will raise consumer prices - MCA

Spike will have domino effect, affect all areas of costing, Tan says.
Local, regional press groups rap govt over media accreditation review

Local, regional press groups rap govt over media accreditation review

Move goes against govt's pledge to uphold press freedom, says NUJM.
Ramkarpal: Postpone citizenship amendments until red flags resolved

Ramkarpal: Postpone citizenship amendments until red flags resolved

If proposal approved, foundling not eligible for automatic citizenship, MP says.
New ethics code in line with changing journalism needs: Ex-minister

New ethics code in line with changing journalism needs: Ex-minister

Guideline helps media produce news contributing to nation-building, says Shabery.
Opposition MPs urged to stop questioning royal pardon for Najib

Opposition MPs urged to stop questioning royal pardon for Najib

PARLIAMENT | BN's Isam says lawmakers may need such mercy in future.
Certain parties out to prevent state from producing Kedah rice - Sanusi

Certain parties out to prevent state from producing Kedah rice - Sanusi

They are trying to ensure no rice is supplied to Kedah, MB claims.
TalentCorp Plays Important Role in Supporting KESUMA To Empower Women's Agenda

TalentCorp Plays Important Role in Supporting KESUMA To Empower Women's Agenda

Wanita MyWIRA will serve as a platform for activities that empower women while structuring all women empowerment programmes under TalentCorp’s supervision.
SRC suit: 'BSI Bank seduced by fees, didn't report red flags'

SRC suit: 'BSI Bank seduced by fees, didn't report red flags'

Swampillai testifies that the transactions made were suspicious.
Cops spend an hour recording Hadi's statement

Cops spend an hour recording Hadi's statement

PAS chief being probed under Sedition Act and CMA.
Teo: Be wary of scam syndicates using AI-edited videos of leaders

Teo: Be wary of scam syndicates using AI-edited videos of leaders

Reminder follows the spread of a clip showing Anwar discussing an investment scheme.
Govt allocations for Bagan lower than opposition-held areas: Guan Eng

Govt allocations for Bagan lower than opposition-held areas: Guan Eng

Bagan MP rubbishes claims govt sidelining opposition.
Chinese new villages, communism spark outrage in Dewan

Chinese new villages, communism spark outrage in Dewan

PARLIAMENT | PN's Ismail takes aim at Nga's proposal for Unesco recognition.
Hadi sends letter of gratitude to S'gor ruler ahead of police questioning

Hadi sends letter of gratitude to S'gor ruler ahead of police questioning

It follows Sultan Sharafuddin's rebuke of the PAS president for insulting Malay rulers.
Guan Eng wants review on service tax hike, other new taxes

Guan Eng wants review on service tax hike, other new taxes

Ex-minister wants new tax rates applied after economy recovers.
Slashed media card validity: Info Department says terms under review

Slashed media card validity: Info Department says terms under review

Source tells Malaysiakini the reduced validity period is temporary, conditions being enchanced.
'Where is the rice', Muhyiddin asks PM

'Where is the rice', Muhyiddin asks PM

I’ve managed issues regarding rice during my time, PN chief says.
The New Generation of Electric Toothbrushes is Making a Significant Presence

The New Generation of Electric Toothbrushes is Making a Significant Presence

The Laifen Wave Electric toothbrush is truly exceptional, guaranteed to leave you amazed!

'Chinese schools sow racism': Prof doubles down, says Teresa in denial

'Chinese schools sow racism': Prof doubles down, says Teresa in denial

Academic says sentiment obvious among majority of Chinese community.
No plans to get Unesco recognition for S'gor villages - exco

No plans to get Unesco recognition for S'gor villages - exco

UPDATED 2.04PM | Open to suggestions for any traditional villages, says Rizam.
Cabinet to discuss maintaining 6pct service tax on domestic flights

Cabinet to discuss maintaining 6pct service tax on domestic flights

Loke says his ministry will also discuss the matter with MOF.
Taylor Swift's exclusive S'pore deal a very successful arrangement: PM Lee

Taylor Swift's exclusive S'pore deal a very successful arrangement: PM Lee

S'pore PM denies it was an unfriendly move against neighbouring countries.
We'll talk after Ramadan, Rafizi tells 'entitled' pro-Najib influencer

We'll talk after Ramadan, Rafizi tells 'entitled' pro-Najib influencer

Minister says he is recovering from surgery and has things to do.
RM2.6m to train medical officers in cardiothoracic surgery - Dzul

RM2.6m to train medical officers in cardiothoracic surgery - Dzul

There are currently 23 training for that speciality, minister says.
Zahid retracts motion to suspend Wan Saiful after MP apologises

Zahid retracts motion to suspend Wan Saiful after MP apologises

UPDATED 1.27PM | PARLIAMENT | Govt initially wanted Dewan Rakyat to suspend Wan Saiful over remarks against PM.
SRC under Najib became victim of large-scale fraud, court hears

SRC under Najib became victim of large-scale fraud, court hears

UPDATED 1.10PM | SRC meant to be 'vehicle for rakyat' but Najib used it to enrich himself instead - plaintiff's lawyer.
No loan guarantee for HSR project, govt reiterates

No loan guarantee for HSR project, govt reiterates

Govt intends for HSR project to be implemented through private fund investment.
Syed Abu Hussin: 'Bersatu 5' unhappy, but 'putting up' with party

Syed Abu Hussin: 'Bersatu 5' unhappy, but 'putting up' with party

Bukit Gantang MP claims Hamzah one of those dejected with party leadership.
Father of student who died from electrocution sues UUM

Father of student who died from electrocution sues UUM

Accounting student S Vinosiny, 20, died in her hostel room in 2022.
Motorcyclist alerts driver of bus fire in Kuala Lumpur

Motorcyclist alerts driver of bus fire in Kuala Lumpur

Bus 90pct destroyed, cause being investigated.
Maritime Malaysia copter crashes into sea near Pulau Angsa

Maritime Malaysia copter crashes into sea near Pulau Angsa

Agency says chopper was involved in rescue exercise during the incident.
Group wants employers to increase EPF for poorer workers

Group wants employers to increase EPF for poorer workers

NGO notes recently announced dividends should be measured against cost of living.
Wavelet’s BigLedger Platform continues Revolutionising Data Management for Actionable Insights

Wavelet’s BigLedger Platform continues Revolutionising Data Management for Actionable Insights

Wavelet Solutions Sdn Bhd, with its innovative platform called ‘BigLedger’ heralds a new dawn in how businesses approach this challenge.
Daim's wife files challenge against law on asset disclosure

Daim's wife files challenge against law on asset disclosure

UPDATED 10.16AM | Na'imah seeks court to determine if provision violates right against self-incrimination.

COMMENT | If not reformasi, why not some fairness and equity?

COMMENT | If not reformasi, why not some fairness and equity?

Is that too much to ask of our ministers?
Azalina: Fixed-term Parliament law still under in-depth study

Azalina: Fixed-term Parliament law still under in-depth study

Minister says study's findings will considered by cabinet upon completion.
MOH to improve IJN's discharge process for pensioners to govt hospitals

MOH to improve IJN's discharge process for pensioners to govt hospitals

A mechanism for appointments will be studied, it says.
Info Department slashes media card validity for online press

Info Department slashes media card validity for online press

Valid period for web publications reduced from two years to as low as 6 months.
'Privatise management of recruiting migrants in construction'

'Privatise management of recruiting migrants in construction'

Ahmad Maslan wants it to be managed entirely by CLAB.
COMMENT | Should the search for MH370 resume?

COMMENT | Should the search for MH370 resume?

What’s the likelihood of success, and why pursue this now?
N Sembilan to strengthen several state Islamic laws - Tuanku Muhriz

N Sembilan to strengthen several state Islamic laws - Tuanku Muhriz

MAINS' scope and authority will be expanded, he says.
YOURSAY | Home detention should not be an option for former leaders

YOURSAY | Home detention should not be an option for former leaders

‘Has PM not learned the bitter lesson of Najib’s partial pardon?’