Archive - 17 April 2024

Forcing Bersatu turncoat reps to quit is illegal - expert

Forcing Bersatu turncoat reps to quit is illegal - expert

Former judicial commissioner says it could amount to assaulting an MP.
Joseph Kurup dies, aged 80

Joseph Kurup dies, aged 80

The veteran Sabah politician died at the National Heart Institute earlier today.
Anwar, Wan Azizah receive rights activist Nadir at PM's official residence

Anwar, Wan Azizah receive rights activist Nadir at PM's official residence

They spoke about the plight of Palestinians.
PJD link project discontinued - Fahmi

PJD link project discontinued - Fahmi

Govt reaches decision after project concessionaire failed to meet set conditions.
Fahmi: Govt to draft new bill to enhance security at country's entry points

Fahmi: Govt to draft new bill to enhance security at country's entry points

Legislation to introduce coordinating agency with power to act, says minister.
Single mum first woman to be whipped in T'ganu for khalwat

Single mum first woman to be whipped in T'ganu for khalwat

Court sentences 37-year-old to six strokes of the cane and a fine of RM4,000.
Gerakan eager to contest in KKB by-election

Gerakan eager to contest in KKB by-election

Lau cites five reasons the party deserves a shot.
Najib house arrest: Zafrul seeks to correct errors in Zahid's affidavit

Najib house arrest: Zafrul seeks to correct errors in Zahid's affidavit

UPDATED 6.26PM | Minister wants factual records properly reflected, takes no position on matter.
Cabinet didn't discuss Najib's judicial review - Fahmi

Cabinet didn't discuss Najib's judicial review - Fahmi

'We didn't discuss Zahid’s affidavit either.'
Company linked to Anwar's ex-aide won RTD deal in open bid: Fahmi

Company linked to Anwar's ex-aide won RTD deal in open bid: Fahmi

It was not won through influence, tender approved before Farhash's share purchase, he added.
Court commutes man’s death sentence to 38 years in jail for murder

Court commutes man’s death sentence to 38 years in jail for murder

The former excavator driver will also be caned.
Man escapes gallows for murdering stepson, gets 35 years in jail

Man escapes gallows for murdering stepson, gets 35 years in jail

Court of Appeal rules accused lying to doctor showed he was not insane.
Police nab man for allegedly murdering infant son

Police nab man for allegedly murdering infant son

Post mortem reveals six-month-old suffered injury to the head.
Academic: Govt should use Akmal to attract Malay support in KKB polls

Academic: Govt should use Akmal to attract Malay support in KKB polls

Political science scholar says Umno leader has 'serious potential' after recent controversy.
Temerloh beauty pageant for 'janda' called off after MP's objection

Temerloh beauty pageant for 'janda' called off after MP's objection

Organiser 'Uncle John' apologises for his error.
Zahid backs Najib's contention of royal addendum over house arrest

Zahid backs Najib's contention of royal addendum over house arrest

UPDATED 4PM | DPM 'confirms' he 'clearly saw' contents of order.
Why govt concealing royal addendum's existence, asks Najib's lawyer

Why govt concealing royal addendum's existence, asks Najib's lawyer

UPDATED 1.27PM | Shafee says letters sent to ministers including PM for confirmation on the order but no response.
ADUN SPEAKS | Tiger of Jelutong's roar continues to echo

ADUN SPEAKS | Tiger of Jelutong's roar continues to echo

Karpal my greatest mentor in law and politics.
Salary no longer top reason why employees leave - survey

Salary no longer top reason why employees leave - survey

Professionals desire to seek new challenges, poll shows.
No-go for media to follow Najib's house arrest proceedings in chamber

No-go for media to follow Najib's house arrest proceedings in chamber

UPDATED 5.15PM | Judge allows open-court proceedings to be converted into chamber matter.
EPF Account 3 plan will harm contributors after retirement: Group

EPF Account 3 plan will harm contributors after retirement: Group

D'Angelus brands scheme as 'irresponsible'.
Tamil-speaking Malay family, Indian neighbours' Raya tradition

Tamil-speaking Malay family, Indian neighbours' Raya tradition

OUR MUHIBAH STORY | It is a cherished custom lasting two decades.
COMMENT | The offence epidemic

COMMENT | The offence epidemic

Uncommon and surprising to see members of a majority group getting upset.
KLIA shooting: Address violence against women, NGO urges

KLIA shooting: Address violence against women, NGO urges

Improve victim support, strengthen legal enforcement, WAO says.
'Lodge complaint if schools hold outdoor activities in heatwave'

'Lodge complaint if schools hold outdoor activities in heatwave'

Parents can complain to Education Ministry, minister says.
MCMC to call up 3 social media figures

MCMC to call up 3 social media figures

They are Chegubard, Papagomo, and Salim Iskandar.
YOURSAY | Don't let little Napoleons hold nation to ransom

YOURSAY | Don't let little Napoleons hold nation to ransom

'If govt doesn't act, antagonists will be emboldened to create more chaos.'
Boycotters not loving it

Boycotters not loving it

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