Archive - 20 March 2024

Batu Pahat council revokes licence of factory linked to 'sock-gate'

Batu Pahat council revokes licence of factory linked to 'sock-gate'

Xin Jian Chang violated conditions for licence, council says.
Sock case: Cops record statements from 8 individuals

Sock case: Cops record statements from 8 individuals

Police say 80 reports lodged on the matter.
PM: Probe socks issue but don't pursue excessive punishment

PM: Probe socks issue but don't pursue excessive punishment

UPDATED 9.43PM | 'No need to drag the matter, let's move forward.'
China manufacturer ceases exporting controversial socks

China manufacturer ceases exporting controversial socks

Mu Mian Qing Hosiery says it received complaint for a customer.
New role for Agong in police may render him liable for force’s wrongdoings – MP

New role for Agong in police may render him liable for force’s wrongdoings – MP

PARLIAMENT | ‘Agong is head of state, shouldn’t be involved with administration.’
Rayer’s joke asking Ketereh MP to support PM irks opposition

Rayer’s joke asking Ketereh MP to support PM irks opposition

PARLIAMENT | Harapan MP jests Khlir should support PM to ease process of resolving veterans’ woes.
Zahid: Akmal was asked to handle socks issue courteously

Zahid: Akmal was asked to handle socks issue courteously

Issue should not be ‘ridden’ by those with specific agenda, DPM says.
Minister: Govt approval needed before bidding to host sports events

Minister: Govt approval needed before bidding to host sports events

Yeoh warns private stakeholders, saying cost is the main concern.
'What would Karpal do'? NGO calls for conscience vote on citizenship issue

'What would Karpal do'? NGO calls for conscience vote on citizenship issue

Projek Sama urges Gobind to convince cabinet against amendments.
Spotlight on PAS' kindergarten network over wage woes

Spotlight on PAS' kindergarten network over wage woes

Teachers at the facilities allegedly being paid below minimum wage.
Man fails in bid to reinstate suit over ICJ's Batu Puteh decision

Man fails in bid to reinstate suit over ICJ's Batu Puteh decision

Apex court panel finds Hatta Sanuri's application lacks merit.
Insp Sheila's representation to dismiss charge still being deliberated

Insp Sheila's representation to dismiss charge still being deliberated

Magistrate set trial dates for June 10 and 11.
Poison pen letters show doctors distrust the system, MMA says

Poison pen letters show doctors distrust the system, MMA says

However, MMA urges victims of bullying to continue using proper channels.
MP wants RCI over 'one-sided' 1MDB settlement with Goldman Sachs

MP wants RCI over 'one-sided' 1MDB settlement with Goldman Sachs

PARLIAMENT | 'Goldman Sachs evaded honouring US$1.4b guarantee due to vague agreement.'
Socks supplier hangs up apology banner after protest

Socks supplier hangs up apology banner after protest

This comes after protest at Xin Jian Chang's factory yesterday.
Johor Umno Youth leader to be charged with sexual assault on teens

Johor Umno Youth leader to be charged with sexual assault on teens

UPDATED 5.30PM | At least six boys are said to be the victims.
Mitra roadmap workshops to set focused direction - minister

Mitra roadmap workshops to set focused direction - minister

It also seeks to harmonise Mitra's mandate with that of Indian Community Action Plan.
Declassified task force report shows cops negligent in Amri case

Declassified task force report shows cops negligent in Amri case

'Competent police would have classified the case as an abduction.'
Amid socks row, unity minister shies away again from tackling disunity

Amid socks row, unity minister shies away again from tackling disunity

Aaron says he won't issue any statement on the socks issue.
GEG died because of constitutional issues, not lobbyists - Dzulkefly

GEG died because of constitutional issues, not lobbyists - Dzulkefly

UPDATED 1.54PM | PARLIAMENT | Health minister says his deputy’s claim 'factually wrong'.
Smoking GEG: Group calls for RCI on lobbyists' 'influence'

Smoking GEG: Group calls for RCI on lobbyists' 'influence'

These lobbyists are like drug merchants, Mohideen says.
LETTER | Offensive socks designed to incite hate

LETTER | Offensive socks designed to incite hate

Incident suggests dark elements at work exploiting sensitive elements.
COMMENT | In some circumstances, it's noble to accept an apology

COMMENT | In some circumstances, it's noble to accept an apology

Strong case of honest mistakes of supplier and KK Mart.
Man stabs co-worker for drinking his orange juice

Man stabs co-worker for drinking his orange juice

Suspect thrusts kitchen knife into victim for taking his beverage while breaking fast.
Human rights lawyer condemns doxxing over socks controversy

Human rights lawyer condemns doxxing over socks controversy

Individuals in KL and Kota Kinabalu tracked down by groups of men.
Police quiz news anchor over 'rude cop' letter

Police quiz news anchor over 'rude cop' letter

Muhammed had his statement recorded late last night.
CSM, LGMS collaborate to Enhance Cybersecurity for Malaysian SMEs ahead of StarSentry Launch

CSM, LGMS collaborate to Enhance Cybersecurity for Malaysian SMEs ahead of StarSentry Launch

CyberSecurity Malaysia (CSM) is spearheading efforts to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity ecosystem, with a focus on enhancing cybersecurity standards throughout the country.
Is food quality at Ramadan bazaars deteriorating?

Is food quality at Ramadan bazaars deteriorating?

Many netizens share 'unpleasant' stories about their purchase.
COMMENT | Citizenship law changes: Case of tail wagging the dog?

COMMENT | Citizenship law changes: Case of tail wagging the dog?

Perhaps it's time for the public to reconsider its political allegiance.
DPM: RM300 aid for Felda settlers earning less than RM1k

DPM: RM300 aid for Felda settlers earning less than RM1k

Funds will be disbursed before Aidilfitri, Zahid says.
COMMENT | How religion fuses with populist nationalism to silence dissent

COMMENT | How religion fuses with populist nationalism to silence dissent

The trend challenges ideals of democracy and equality worldwide.
Akmal unfazed by 3 ministers' rebuke, maintains KK Mart boycott call

Akmal unfazed by 3 ministers' rebuke, maintains KK Mart boycott call

UPDATED 11.13AM | ‘I don’t need DAP’s approval to defend my religion.’
Zahid tells supermarkets not to repeat KK Mart's mistake

Zahid tells supermarkets not to repeat KK Mart's mistake

It is a responsibility that cannot be taken lightly, DPM says.
YOURSAY | Stop playing up racial and religious sentiments

YOURSAY | Stop playing up racial and religious sentiments

'All these rumour-mongers must be arrested and thrown into jail.'
Probe on news anchor abuse of power - lawyer

Probe on news anchor abuse of power - lawyer

Investigation has no legal basis, Surendran says.
Sock-gate triggers friendly fire

Sock-gate triggers friendly fire

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