Archive - 22 March 2024

Motion submitted against Wan Saiful over 'malicious statement'

Motion submitted against Wan Saiful over 'malicious statement'

MP to address allegation of 'agent' persuading PN reps to support govt.
17-year-old found dead, bruised in dorm, 13 students detained

17-year-old found dead, bruised in dorm, 13 students detained

Lahad Datu cops believe misunderstanding led to victim's death.
Umno Youth mulls action against leader accused of sex assault

Umno Youth mulls action against leader accused of sex assault

UPDATGED 10.13PM | Perhaps suspend first, sack if guilty, Akmal says.
27 cases of heat-related illness, one death as of March 20

27 cases of heat-related illness, one death as of March 20

Death due to heat stroke in Pahang, Nadma says.
'Find another business, boycott continues', KK Mart told

'Find another business, boycott continues', KK Mart told

UPDATED 10.08PM | Boycott will continue until we feel satisfied, Akmal says.
BN won't seek to contest Kuala Kubu Bharu, defers to govt

BN won't seek to contest Kuala Kubu Bharu, defers to govt

Out of respect to Madani govt, support sense of unity, Zahid says.
Nacsa detects increase in cyber security incidents

Nacsa detects increase in cyber security incidents

Malaysia's cyber threat level will be raised from low to moderate.
Rafidah tells rabble-rousers in govt to stop fanning socks flame

Rafidah tells rabble-rousers in govt to stop fanning socks flame

Society and nation will be hurt by it all, says former minister.
Umno voices full support for Youth chief's position on socks

Umno voices full support for Youth chief's position on socks

Party steadfast in defending purity of Islam, Asyraf says.
Govt extends subsidy period for Raya flight tickets to East M'sia by one day

Govt extends subsidy period for Raya flight tickets to East M'sia by one day

Purchase can be made from 5pm today, Loke says.
Premier: Sarawak govt forming central authority to manage ports

Premier: Sarawak govt forming central authority to manage ports

New hydrogen industry needs specialised terminal, says Abang Johari.
Loke: Ocean Infinity to present new MH370 search plan in May

Loke: Ocean Infinity to present new MH370 search plan in May

Minister says plan will be presented to cabinet for approval.
Google deactivated features of currency convertor widget - minister

Google deactivated features of currency convertor widget - minister

Feature will be reinstated after technical issues resolved, Fahmi says.
MCMC to look into possible disinformation in KK Mart issue

MCMC to look into possible disinformation in KK Mart issue

UPDATED 6.04PM | Regulatory body will check if actions done with intent or certain motive - Fahmi.
Govt drops foundlings citizenship change after backlash

Govt drops foundlings citizenship change after backlash

UPDATED 6.57PM | Home Minister Saifuddin says cabinet made the decision after receiving feedback.
Ex-Kapar MP granted DNAA in insulting words case

Ex-Kapar MP granted DNAA in insulting words case

High Court quashes conviction, RM100 fine against Manikavasagam.
Need for transparency in state's public spending - S'wak DAP

Need for transparency in state's public spending - S'wak DAP

DAP man also concerned about absence of opposition reps in state PAC.
M'sia turns down offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

M'sia turns down offer to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

UPDATED 6.15PM | Cabinet cites financial and economic reasons.
S'gor legislature to be notified of Kuala Kubu Baharu vacancy soon: MB

S'gor legislature to be notified of Kuala Kubu Baharu vacancy soon: MB

Amirudin adds that the focus now is on late rep's funeral.
'Without legal guardians, foundlings can't apply for citizenship'

'Without legal guardians, foundlings can't apply for citizenship'

NGO argues proposed amendments will remove citizenship safeguard for abandoned children.
COMMENT | Why are our leaders reluctant to end 'sock-gate'?

COMMENT | Why are our leaders reluctant to end 'sock-gate'?

Politicians take the lead in defending against imagined threats to the faith.
Preacher released from prison after serving time for sedition

Preacher released from prison after serving time for sedition

Wan Ji says he read over 30 books and wrote four while incarcerated.
Leave it to the law - Bukit Aman warns vigilantes in socks row

Leave it to the law - Bukit Aman warns vigilantes in socks row

UPDATED 3.59PM | CID chief urges all to be patient, leave it to authorities.
S'gor civil servants to get one month's salary as Raya aid

S'gor civil servants to get one month's salary as Raya aid

Amirudin says money will be paid on April 8, to cost govt RM45m.
MAS strikes deal with Man Utd as official commercial airline partner

MAS strikes deal with Man Utd as official commercial airline partner

Multi-year partnership to create unforgettable experiences for fans and customers.
McDonald's cancels suit, boycott group maintains ‘organic target’ label

McDonald's cancels suit, boycott group maintains ‘organic target’ label

UPDATED 3.30PM | Move follows a recent mediation process.
Contradictory versions emerge of socks supplier's licensing status

Contradictory versions emerge of socks supplier's licensing status

So far, they include revoked, then 30 days and 60 days notice.
KK Mart's mobile app hacked, given 'final warning'

KK Mart's mobile app hacked, given 'final warning'

UPDATED 12.20PM | Landing page taken over by the words, but app was back to normal by 10am.
LETTER | Water: Human-centric to planet-centric stakeholders

LETTER | Water: Human-centric to planet-centric stakeholders

Let's learn from our ancestors and indigenous people.
Daim's wife fails to retrieve court-impounded passport

Daim's wife fails to retrieve court-impounded passport

UPDATED 12.11PM | Court agrees with prosecution that Na'imah is a flight risk.
Saifuddin's reasoning to remove PR kids' citizenship incorrect: LFL

Saifuddin's reasoning to remove PR kids' citizenship incorrect: LFL

Surendran questions if govt fully understands key facts on constitutional amendments.
Socks issue: Police propose criminal charges against KK Mart, supplier

Socks issue: Police propose criminal charges against KK Mart, supplier

UPDATED 12.27PM | Investigation papers have been submitted to the AGC, says CID director.
PN's Labu rep Hanifah now N Sembilan opposition leader

PN's Labu rep Hanifah now N Sembilan opposition leader

He replaces Gemas assemblyperson Ridzuan Ahmad.
COMMENT | We must steer conversations towards peace and harmony

COMMENT | We must steer conversations towards peace and harmony

The thing has happened, so let's just move forward.
IJN Foundation Harvesting Hearts Together With Captain Oats: “We Love, We Care”

IJN Foundation Harvesting Hearts Together With Captain Oats: “We Love, We Care”

In a collaborative effort to combat heart disease and support underprivileged heart patients, the IJN Foundation and Captain Oats have joined forces in an impactful campaign. Titled "IJN Foundation - Captain Oats: We Love, We Care Programme”, this initiative aims to provide financial aid to needy heart patients for their medical treatments.
Technician jailed 6 months, fined RM12k over socks comments

Technician jailed 6 months, fined RM12k over socks comments

UPDATED 12.02PM | Chiok apologises, says he didn't do it on purpose.
Asset disclosure: Prosecution objects to Daim's wife's referral bid

Asset disclosure: Prosecution objects to Daim's wife's referral bid

There's no merit in Na'imah's application, says DPP.
LETTER | Earth Hour: Switch off? So what?

LETTER | Earth Hour: Switch off? So what?

Collective action can make a huge impact.
Malacca CM defends Akmal over socks issue

Malacca CM defends Akmal over socks issue

Umno Youth chief's conduct reflective of all Muslims' wrath, says Rauf.
Essential Supplements to Stay Strong and Healthy throughout Ramadan & Raya

Essential Supplements to Stay Strong and Healthy throughout Ramadan & Raya

While fasting is a central tenet of Ramadan, it's equally important to ensure our bodies are strong and healthy to stay energized, focused, and healthy throughout the day.
Fastest one-armed woman swimmer in SEA voice for para-athletes

Fastest one-armed woman swimmer in SEA voice for para-athletes

MALAYSIANSKINI | From holding regional record to obtaining law degree from Cambridge, Carmen Lim does it all.
COMMENT | You aren't Malaysian if you can't speak Malay?

COMMENT | You aren't Malaysian if you can't speak Malay?

Ownership of the national language is heart of the matter.
Bersih 6 just a trigger point away, chairperson warns govt

Bersih 6 just a trigger point away, chairperson warns govt

Putrajaya needs to buck up, says Faisal.
Women's ministry mulls e-filing for sexual harassment complaints

Women's ministry mulls e-filing for sexual harassment complaints

This will allow more victims outside Putrajaya to lodge complaints, says Nancy.
MP SPEAKS | Malaysia stands at a pivotal juncture

MP SPEAKS | Malaysia stands at a pivotal juncture

KK Mart incident shows education is key to fostering mutual respect.
COMMENT | Stoking dissent against vernacular schools

COMMENT | Stoking dissent against vernacular schools

Is Teo really an expert on vernacular school?
Can PN rescue govt bill?

Can PN rescue govt bill?

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