Archive - 7 May 2024

Deputy minister: I've always paid my dues to IRB

Deputy minister: I've always paid my dues to IRB

Saraswathy elaborates on issue and how it was resolved amicably.
Wan Fayhsal repeats 'govt crueller than Israel' jibe

Wan Fayhsal repeats 'govt crueller than Israel' jibe

Machang MP says MCMC banned, removed his social media posts.
Customs foils ciggies smuggling attempts worth RM527k in April

Customs foils ciggies smuggling attempts worth RM527k in April

One tactic is using false info in trade descriptions.
Exclude companies 'complicit in genocide' from govt deals, BDS urges

Exclude companies 'complicit in genocide' from govt deals, BDS urges

Govt procurement should reflect foreign policy, group says.
Rewcastle-Brown ordered to attend defamation appeal proceedings

Rewcastle-Brown ordered to attend defamation appeal proceedings

Judge says case management will not be held virtually.
Saraswathy lodges report against Satees, portal for alleged defamation

Saraswathy lodges report against Satees, portal for alleged defamation

Cops probing case under Penal Code and CMA.
PKR denies claim of 'less effort' campaigns in KKB

PKR denies claim of 'less effort' campaigns in KKB

KKB BY-ELECTION | We have been in the field since nomination day, says Sathia.
One dead, one hurt after tree falls near monorail track in city centre

One dead, one hurt after tree falls near monorail track in city centre

Rapid KL suspends service between KL Sentral and Medan Tuanku stations.
Yusoff denied polygraph results in sex assault suit against Anwar

Yusoff denied polygraph results in sex assault suit against Anwar

UPDATED 5.36PM | Court dismisses bid to compel cops to disclose 2019 test.
LETTER | AI's inevitability in the legal field

LETTER | AI's inevitability in the legal field

Case summaries, electronic discoveries, contract analysis could be automated in future.
LETTER | Don't normalise slurs, racial stereotypes

LETTER | Don't normalise slurs, racial stereotypes

Malaysians of all races share this deeply rooted problem.
Ex-SRC director: Najib's investment decision can't be questioned

Ex-SRC director: Najib's investment decision can't be questioned

This is on the decision involving MoF Inc, the court hears.
Econili Battery’s Critical Metals Recovery Plant Opening Signals a New Era for Malaysia

Econili Battery’s Critical Metals Recovery Plant Opening Signals a New Era for Malaysia

This event marks the debut of Econili Battery, playing a key role in environmental stewardship through technological innovation.
Zafrul: Over 98pct of manufacturing projects approved in 2023 fulfilled, in planning

Zafrul: Over 98pct of manufacturing projects approved in 2023 fulfilled, in planning

Diligence of ministry, agencies has paid off, minister says.
AMS-Osram U-turns on RM2bil investment in Kedah

AMS-Osram U-turns on RM2bil investment in Kedah

Around 500 workers will be affected by the decision.
LETTER | Teachers' Day manifesto for 2024

LETTER | Teachers' Day manifesto for 2024

It is time to make Teachers' Day a significant, meaningful day.
M'sia incurred RM277b losses in five years due to corruption - Azam

M'sia incurred RM277b losses in five years due to corruption - Azam

MACC chief says money could've been used to help the public.
In new plan, PM outlines core strategies to combat corruption

In new plan, PM outlines core strategies to combat corruption

UPDATED 3.52PM | Anwar says graft should not be taken lightly.
'Interfaith forum a good platform to better understand different religions'

'Interfaith forum a good platform to better understand different religions'

Presumption, misconception, prejudice lead to conflicts, says unity activist.
No proof student died from electrocution, UUM contends

No proof student died from electrocution, UUM contends

Public university highlighting results of Energy Commission's investigation.
MACC: No plans to arrest Mahathir yet

MACC: No plans to arrest Mahathir yet

Investigation against ex-PM ongoing, says Azam.
No Israel company operating in Malaysia, Anwar says

No Israel company operating in Malaysia, Anwar says

Israel cargo company could enter in Mahathir's time, not now, PM points out.
Efficient civil service key to improving economic landscape, says PM

Efficient civil service key to improving economic landscape, says PM

Country can attract global attention in terms of investments, Anwar says.
Takiyuddin claims bribery, Fahmi says PAS preparing for defeat

Takiyuddin claims bribery, Fahmi says PAS preparing for defeat

PAS sec-gen adamant on filing election petition if Harapan wins KKB.
Cops nab another suspect in acid attack on Faisal Halim

Cops nab another suspect in acid attack on Faisal Halim

The man, in his 30s, was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi yesterday.
Bus driver suspended over rude behaviour in viral video, Apad says

Bus driver suspended over rude behaviour in viral video, Apad says

Employer urged to investigate incident to prevent recurrence.
Fried chicken and race: Teresa rejects boycott, calls for cooler heads

Fried chicken and race: Teresa rejects boycott, calls for cooler heads

DAP leader responds to Darsa Fried Chicken's apology.
COMMENT | Revamping EPF accounts for financial flexibility

COMMENT | Revamping EPF accounts for financial flexibility

Restructuring empowers people to proactively address monetary challenges.
Visit from top US sanctions officials a message to Anwar govt - analysts

Visit from top US sanctions officials a message to Anwar govt - analysts

US delegation is expected to discuss efforts to disrupt terrorist financing in upcoming visit.
COMMENT | Let's stop the slide in press freedom

COMMENT | Let's stop the slide in press freedom

Govt should let individuals deal with defamation issues, not use the police.
DAY 11 | 'PKR working hard, PN is the one divided'

DAY 11 | 'PKR working hard, PN is the one divided'

UPDATED 10.55PM | Sim dismisses claims that PKR is making less effort to campaign.
Govt doesn't interfere in business dealings of global firms, says Khaled

Govt doesn't interfere in business dealings of global firms, says Khaled

Defence exhibitions organised by private sector, open to all countries.
No religious pluralism agenda at conference - minister

No religious pluralism agenda at conference - minister

Today's conference focuses on moderation, unity, says Na'im.
MOH assures to disclose Aefi data of Covid vaccines

MOH assures to disclose Aefi data of Covid vaccines

Dzulkefly, however, did not provide a time frame.
COMMENT | Safeguarding media freedom is paramount

COMMENT | Safeguarding media freedom is paramount

The media must be held responsible for their reporting but not through intimidation.
YOURSAY | Break free from 'tempurung mindset'

YOURSAY | Break free from 'tempurung mindset'

'Conservatism among majority race due to mixing religion with politics.'