Archive - 19 March 2024

Govt developing new indicators to measure cost of living standards

Govt developing new indicators to measure cost of living standards

PM says these will assist govt in drafting more accurate programme implementation.
Mat Sabu: Imported white rice to be cheaper starting tomorrow

Mat Sabu: Imported white rice to be cheaper starting tomorrow

Prices will drop between RM2 and RM3, he says.
Jakim gives KK Mart stern warning, calls for all to cease 3R provocations

Jakim gives KK Mart stern warning, calls for all to cease 3R provocations

KK Mart would update their SOP to prevent such occurrences, Hakimah says.
Lawfully eligible but denied citizenship, a woman's 30-year fight

Lawfully eligible but denied citizenship, a woman's 30-year fight

Her parents' marriage is registered in M'sia, siblings have all received citizenship.
Let Sanusi manage billion ringgit projects, I’ll focus on 'small ones': minister

Let Sanusi manage billion ringgit projects, I’ll focus on 'small ones': minister

UPDATED 9.03PM | 'Let Kedah MB focus on his Greater Kedah plans.'
'Rude' cop vs news anchor: We need to hear both sides, minister says

'Rude' cop vs news anchor: We need to hear both sides, minister says

UPDATED 8.04PM | Home minister says he awaits the conclusion of the ongoing probe.
Police nab politician for alleged sexual assault of Johor teen

Police nab politician for alleged sexual assault of Johor teen

The 36-year-old suspect is allegedly a party's youth wing leader.
Saifuddin touts 80pct citizenship approval amid backlash

Saifuddin touts 80pct citizenship approval amid backlash

UPDATED 7.52PM | Home minister says 'super majority' of 3.9k applications have been approved.
Would Akmal react this way if store was Muslim-owned, Loke asks

Would Akmal react this way if store was Muslim-owned, Loke asks

'As leaders, we should be tactful in dealing with sensitive matters.'
KK Mart issue: Penang PKR leader tells Nga to put a sock in it

KK Mart issue: Penang PKR leader tells Nga to put a sock in it

'Being quiet is better than speaking out.'
'Oversight no excuse': Agong wants action over socks issue

'Oversight no excuse': Agong wants action over socks issue

Mistakes involving race and religion should never happen again, he adds.
Furore over PM's 'powers' under new law on immunity for foreign powers

Furore over PM's 'powers' under new law on immunity for foreign powers

PARLIAMENT | New law gives ‘wide powers’ to PM to grant immunity, opposition claims.
King questions if KL congested due to unequal development

King questions if KL congested due to unequal development

‘We should develop cities in all states to reduce urban migration.’
Tiong calls on Umno leaders, Malacca CM to rein in Akmal

Tiong calls on Umno leaders, Malacca CM to rein in Akmal

Umno Youth chief 'adding fuel to fire' by calling for KK Mart boycott, he says.
LETTER | Unravelling the mystery of Long Covid

LETTER | Unravelling the mystery of Long Covid

Support is available for those still experiencing symptoms long after infection.
Agong: I’m not an idol to be worshipped

Agong: I’m not an idol to be worshipped

Sultan Ibrahim says he'll get down to governing once 'honeymoon' is over.
Council of social work profession to oversee practices - minister

Council of social work profession to oversee practices - minister

PARLIAMENT | It will also be responsible for recognising, registering social work.
Socks supplier rues arson threat, personal data sharing

Socks supplier rues arson threat, personal data sharing

Company mulling legal action against its China-based supplier for negligence.
Two apologise for online comments on socks issue after doxxed, confronted

Two apologise for online comments on socks issue after doxxed, confronted

Incidents in KL and KK see a group of men confronting the two.
Police find only five pairs of controversial socks at factory

Police find only five pairs of controversial socks at factory

Investigation discovers that factory does not manufacture socks, items were imported.
Johor regent wants strict action over socks issue

Johor regent wants strict action over socks issue

Tunku Ismail hopes the latest incident has not jeopardised national harmony.
Defamation: Minister seeks judgment in default against Papagomo

Defamation: Minister seeks judgment in default against Papagomo

Na'im's defamation suit is over sexual allegations against him.
LETTER | Addressing public housing, socio-economic disparities

LETTER | Addressing public housing, socio-economic disparities

Programmes to elevate lower-income communities are urgently needed.
MCMC prepping proposed framework to license social media - Teo

MCMC prepping proposed framework to license social media - Teo

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister says platforms, service providers will be evaluated based on criteria.
Finance minister II: No plans to peg ringgit for now

Finance minister II: No plans to peg ringgit for now

Current economic conditions different compared to in 1998, Amir Hamzah says.
UUCA amendments to be tabled in Dewan Negara next month

UUCA amendments to be tabled in Dewan Negara next month

The amendments have been unanimously approved by Dewan Rakyat.
Magistrate's order barring Siti Kasim from 2022 rally illegal, court hears

Magistrate's order barring Siti Kasim from 2022 rally illegal, court hears

Judicial review linked to 'Tangkap Azam Baki' gathering.
Kedah Agro Holdings to settle RM560k salary arrears before Hari Raya

Kedah Agro Holdings to settle RM560k salary arrears before Hari Raya

PARLIAMENT | Minister tells Dewan the Kedah state subsidiary will also shut down.
Ikim DG: Stern action needed over sale of controversial socks

Ikim DG: Stern action needed over sale of controversial socks

Mohamed Azam says it will serve as a lesson for all.
Aggregate household debt last year at RM1.53t - Finance Ministry

Aggregate household debt last year at RM1.53t - Finance Ministry

This is in line with steady increase from previous years.
PKNS denies its Shah Alam complex will be demolished

PKNS denies its Shah Alam complex will be demolished

State corporation to lodge police, MCMC report over the matter.
T'ganu govt to guide Ayah Pin's family members on right path

T'ganu govt to guide Ayah Pin's family members on right path

Good relations can prevent deviant teaching from resurfacing, state exco says.
'Bring it on!' - Akmal rebuffs Nga over KK Mart boycott call

'Bring it on!' - Akmal rebuffs Nga over KK Mart boycott call

Umno Youth chief urges supporters to keep calm and continue boycotting.
COMMENT | 10 big issues for Anwar to mull and decide

COMMENT | 10 big issues for Anwar to mull and decide

These include citizenship changes on foundlings, China's territorial claims.
Woman remanded for breaching men's prayer room at Penang mosque

Woman remanded for breaching men's prayer room at Penang mosque

She claimed the prayers were too loud and disturbing the neighbourhood.
Wearable Smart Devices for Diabetics

Wearable Smart Devices for Diabetics

Insulin Pump Therapy and Continuous Glucose Management Help Diabetics Meet Glucose Targets

RM30 Million TalentCorp Internship Matching Grant for SMEs and Start-ups

RM30 Million TalentCorp Internship Matching Grant for SMEs and Start-ups

This initiative is part of the overarching ecosystem of the KESUMA Practical Training Incentive (ILHAM) which includes 4 main components.
Adopt 'Malaysia first' attitude to strengthen ringgit's value - MOF

Adopt 'Malaysia first' attitude to strengthen ringgit's value - MOF

This includes buying local goods, investing in local market, ministry says.
Fact-check: Old Town White Coffee owned by Dutch firm, not Nga

Fact-check: Old Town White Coffee owned by Dutch firm, not Nga

UPDATED 10.10AM | Disinformation, which made headlines in 2015, is circulating again.
LETTER | Encouraging Malaysians to read reflectively

LETTER | Encouraging Malaysians to read reflectively

Govt should support initiatives outside of school curriculum.
COMMENT | Lobbyists, politicians, cronies a noxious mix

COMMENT | Lobbyists, politicians, cronies a noxious mix

Sentiments are against Commonwealth Games, but money speaks.
YOURSAY | No need for Commonwealth Games, fix domestic woes

YOURSAY | No need for Commonwealth Games, fix domestic woes

'One can only hope they learn from past mistakes.'