Archive - 25 May 2024

More trees fall after heavy rains, strong winds around KL and Selangor

More trees fall after heavy rains, strong winds around KL and Selangor

No one was hurt in the incidents, authorities say.
Bersih sees Sosma wielded as political weapon, fears arrest of activists

Bersih sees Sosma wielded as political weapon, fears arrest of activists

Electoral watchdog will continue to call for the act to be repealed.
The Star's former group chief editor Ng dies

The Star's former group chief editor Ng dies

She was the country's first female group chief editor.
Higher Education Ministry must play bigger role in parallel pathway issue - NGO

Higher Education Ministry must play bigger role in parallel pathway issue - NGO

'We are talking about who is responsible for providing this education.'
Bersih will remain apolitical but assertive in pushing reforms - chair

Bersih will remain apolitical but assertive in pushing reforms - chair

'We have no interest in being a political party whatsoever.'
LETTER | Right of M'sians to call for immediate end to links with Blackrock

LETTER | Right of M'sians to call for immediate end to links with Blackrock

Blackrock's involvement in greasing the Israeli war machine is well-documented.
Govt won't introduce new taxes, aims for fairer subsidies - PM

Govt won't introduce new taxes, aims for fairer subsidies - PM

The targeted subsidies will only affect the wealthy, says Anwar.
Journalists urged to master additional skills - Fahmi

Journalists urged to master additional skills - Fahmi

This will enable them to meet the evolving demands of readers.
Faisal Halim discharged from hospital

Faisal Halim discharged from hospital

Winger shows remarkable recovery, say his specialist doctors.
Norza to step down after Olympics, Subramaniam named acting president

Norza to step down after Olympics, Subramaniam named acting president

New BAM chief to be appointed at AGM next year.
UN rights expert urges sanctions on Israel until it complies with ICJ's ruling

UN rights expert urges sanctions on Israel until it complies with ICJ's ruling

Suspend diplomatic relations with Israel, says Albanese.
Tourist apologises for reciting Quran verses at Batu Caves

Tourist apologises for reciting Quran verses at Batu Caves

UPDATED 5.04PM | Influencer says he's unaware of Batu Caves' religious significance.
Report: Multimillion-ringgit London office linked to Daim pulled from sale

Report: Multimillion-ringgit London office linked to Daim pulled from sale

Talks collapsed despite deal with investor, sources say.
Malaysia4Palestine channel shows M'sia's consistent support for Palestinians - Fahmi

Malaysia4Palestine channel shows M'sia's consistent support for Palestinians - Fahmi

Channel dedicated to highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Palestine.
Govt to table Gig Workers Commission bill in July - PM

Govt to table Gig Workers Commission bill in July - PM

It has been formulated after receiving proposal from youth, says Anwar.
Envoy: US ready to provide assistance to M'sia in combating terrorism

Envoy: US ready to provide assistance to M'sia in combating terrorism

US and M'sia share common interest in combating terrorism, says Kagan.
Electoral reforms: Sweet words won't cut it, Bersih tells PM

Electoral reforms: Sweet words won't cut it, Bersih tells PM

'548 days have passed since Anwar took over but no progress on reforms.'
EC appointment 'shrouded in secrecy': Deputy chairperson

EC appointment 'shrouded in secrecy': Deputy chairperson

Azmi Sharom calls for transparency.
M'sia welcomes ICJ ruling to halt Rafah offensive - ministry

M'sia welcomes ICJ ruling to halt Rafah offensive - ministry

ICJ also orders Israel to keep border crossing open to allow access to humanitarian aid.
1MDB: These are not Najib's signatures, defence lawyer tells court

1MDB: These are not Najib's signatures, defence lawyer tells court

MACC officer testifies that ex-PM signed 1MDB director's circular resolutions for US$975m loan.

Ambiga fears future doctors view studies through racial lens

Ambiga fears future doctors view studies through racial lens

Ex-Bersih chair cites UiTM students’ protest prioritising race over people's needs.
'Don't let Welfare Dept officers decide if moms are unfit parents'

'Don't let Welfare Dept officers decide if moms are unfit parents'

Activist points out that these officers are not properly trained to make such assessments.
COMMENT | UiTM controversy: Prioritise needs of entire nation

COMMENT | UiTM controversy: Prioritise needs of entire nation

Varsity should think about plights of students and those in need of surgery.
Siti Kasim challenges Abim to state stand on 'non-Muslim PM'

Siti Kasim challenges Abim to state stand on 'non-Muslim PM'

Anyone can be PM as long as appointment abides by Constitution, says Fahmi Samsudin.
Hefty fine for private party 'kick in the teeth' for tourism - MP

Hefty fine for private party 'kick in the teeth' for tourism - MP

'Fine a blatant violation of personal freedoms.'
COMMENT | Why involve police in competition of ideas?

COMMENT | Why involve police in competition of ideas?

Akmal and Umno Youth should embrace a new and fresh political paradigm.
Babies to non-M'sian parents discharged prematurely, activist says

Babies to non-M'sian parents discharged prematurely, activist says

Hartini Zainudin raises concerns about xenophobic attitudes in government hospitals.
Restricting UiTM to bumiputera unconstitutional, says lawyers' group

Restricting UiTM to bumiputera unconstitutional, says lawyers' group

'It's appalling to see senior academics publicly supporting continuation of single-race universities.'
2024, 2025 critical years for democracy and reform: Bersih chair

2024, 2025 critical years for democracy and reform: Bersih chair

UPDATED 11AM | Reforms must happen now or the govt of the day won’t have time to execute it.
'Disrespectful' - Na'im slams tourist for reciting Quran verses at Batu Caves

'Disrespectful' - Na'im slams tourist for reciting Quran verses at Batu Caves

UPDATED 11.10AM | 'Such insensitive acts can provoke outrage, trigger unharmonious atmosphere,' religious minister warns.
IGP: Probe underway into Mkini columnist over 'apartheid' reference to UiTM

IGP: Probe underway into Mkini columnist over 'apartheid' reference to UiTM

Sia is being investigated for intentional insult to provoke a breach of peace and under 2 other Acts.
Tribute to manga legend in DAP reps-initiated 'Anime City' turns controversial

Tribute to manga legend in DAP reps-initiated 'Anime City' turns controversial

Mural of 'Dragon Ball' characters snared in a copyright infringement charge.
S'pore court orders ex-PM's brother to pay S$400k for defaming ministers

S'pore court orders ex-PM's brother to pay S$400k for defaming ministers

Lee Hsien Yang will pay Shanmugam and Vivian S$200k each for calling them corrupt.
COMMENT | Ulu Tiram 'terrorist' attack and national security

COMMENT | Ulu Tiram 'terrorist' attack and national security

Move away from outdated mentalities, focus on safeguarding our nation's sovereignty.
Religious Affairs Dept ready to study proposal to re-enact 16 nullified provisions

Religious Affairs Dept ready to study proposal to re-enact 16 nullified provisions

Deputy minister says they are awaiting special committee report.