Archive - 31 May 2024

PM urges caution on calls for M'sia to withdraw from US-led naval exercise

PM urges caution on calls for M'sia to withdraw from US-led naval exercise

This comes after NGOs call for the withdrawal from Rimpac as Israel is also participating.
Cops record 7 cases of fast food joints defaced with graffiti in S'gor

Cops record 7 cases of fast food joints defaced with graffiti in S'gor

This is in relation to the boycott of Israel-linked businesses.
Special committee to review Bersatu reps' response to 'loyalty' notice

Special committee to review Bersatu reps' response to 'loyalty' notice

Deadline for party reps, including 7 rogue lawmakers, to return letters ends today.
Agong, Xi exchange congratulations for 50 years of diplomatic ties

Agong, Xi exchange congratulations for 50 years of diplomatic ties

Malaysia and China have always respected and trusted each other, king says.
US ambassador: M'sia has not presented itself as mediator between US, Hamas

US ambassador: M'sia has not presented itself as mediator between US, Hamas

Kagan denies US being complicit in war crimes against Palestinians in Gaza.
EU urged to let NGOs join anti-deforestation talks

EU urged to let NGOs join anti-deforestation talks

Frontline groups in Brussels today to meet with bloc officials.
'Assault' victim recounts what transpired at police station

'Assault' victim recounts what transpired at police station

UPDATED 10PM | 'Assault' victim claims a palace rep was present at the police station.
Pulau Batu Puteh RCI: Dr M to testify on June 12

Pulau Batu Puteh RCI: Dr M to testify on June 12

Veteran politician calls for proceedings to be held in public.
Bukit Aman to summon all officers probing 'assault' case - IGP

Bukit Aman to summon all officers probing 'assault' case - IGP

UPDATED 5.58PM | Strict action will be taken against officers found guilty of wrongdoings, Razarudin assures.

Digital billboard along Federal Highway catches fire

Digital billboard along Federal Highway catches fire

Police say investigations are ongoing to ascertain what happened.
Petronas Q1 profit slips to RM21.3b amid volatile oil prices

Petronas Q1 profit slips to RM21.3b amid volatile oil prices

However, revenue rises to RM89.7 billion from RM89.3 billion previously.
UN refugee chief tells Security Council to step up for millions displaced by war

UN refugee chief tells Security Council to step up for millions displaced by war

Figure stands at 114 million, but could be higher, Grandi says.
Govt responds to UN queries, says it opposes migrant worker exploitation

Govt responds to UN queries, says it opposes migrant worker exploitation

Govt vows no compromise with parties involved, ambassador says.
Customs officer charged with not handing pangolin scales to Perhilitan

Customs officer charged with not handing pangolin scales to Perhilitan

Accused claims trial to offence.
Ibrahim Ali volunteers to help govt haul back Dr M's 'billions'

Ibrahim Ali volunteers to help govt haul back Dr M's 'billions'

Sarcastic offer follows Anwar's claim former PM stole money.
Johor regent: I do not condone illegal actions

Johor regent: I do not condone illegal actions

Tunku Ismail urges cops to conduct a thorough investigation.
TalentCorp Takes Home Productivity Champion Top Award for Outstanding Commitment to Ease of Doing Business

TalentCorp Takes Home Productivity Champion Top Award for Outstanding Commitment to Ease of Doing Business

This accolade was presented at the Productivity Excellence Recognition Ceremony, held in conjunction with the 66th Asian Productivity Organisation (APO) governing body meeting (GBM), which included representatives from 20 member economies.
NGO: Alleged assault victim treated like suspect, not victim

NGO: Alleged assault victim treated like suspect, not victim

Dawn claims police confiscated victim’s phone, identity card.
Disabled man in royal escort 'assault' case to hold presser with LFL

Disabled man in royal escort 'assault' case to hold presser with LFL

The press conference is about getting justice for the victim, says LFL.
Cops say 'assault' case remains open, probe ongoing

Cops say 'assault' case remains open, probe ongoing

UPDATED 3.59PM | Police don't have authority to close such cases - Rusdi.
Yeoh sidesteps questions over Asia Mobiliti controversy

Yeoh sidesteps questions over Asia Mobiliti controversy

This is Youth and Sports Ministry event, she says.
Son of hockey coach recalls 24-hour police protection in 1992

Son of hockey coach recalls 24-hour police protection in 1992

He says the Mahathir government ordered the police to do so.
China to extend visa exemption for M'sian tourists

China to extend visa exemption for M'sian tourists

M'sians soon can enjoy visa-free travel to China for up to 30 days.
Anwar wants hardcore poverty in Sabah eradicated by end of July

Anwar wants hardcore poverty in Sabah eradicated by end of July

UPDATED 1.55PM | PM confident target can be achieved.
COMMENT | How M'sia can gain longer-term benefits from ties with China

COMMENT | How M'sia can gain longer-term benefits from ties with China

Much for Putrajaya to table for a meaningful discussion with Beijing.
Bangladeshi agents seek extension so 30k workers can fly to M'sia

Bangladeshi agents seek extension so 30k workers can fly to M'sia

Deadline today for migrant workers to arrive under Labour Recalibration Programme 2.0.
Asia Mobiliti issue tarnished Yeoh's 'moral ground' - Khairy

Asia Mobiliti issue tarnished Yeoh's 'moral ground' - Khairy

Ex-minister cites DAP leader's 'sanctimonious' stance during BN rule.
COMMENT | One immoral religious teacher is one too many, Hadi

COMMENT | One immoral religious teacher is one too many, Hadi

Is children's safety being traded for school's reputation?
LETTER | Govt's consent ruling a hopeful ray of light

LETTER | Govt's consent ruling a hopeful ray of light

It marks a positive step towards upholding the principle of non-refoulement.
PM: Madani govt committed to nurturing M'sia-China ties

PM: Madani govt committed to nurturing M'sia-China ties

Today is the diplomatic relationship's 50th anniversary.
'Stuck in mud with my pregnant wife, a stranger came to our rescue'

'Stuck in mud with my pregnant wife, a stranger came to our rescue'

OUR MUHIBAH STORY | Only one vehicle stopped, a smartly dressed man on a motorcycle.
Targeted diesel subsidy: RM4b estimated savings to free up fiscal space

Targeted diesel subsidy: RM4b estimated savings to free up fiscal space

This can increase the quality of various important services, says minister.
MMEA, US Coast Guard discuss status of patrol vessel transfer

MMEA, US Coast Guard discuss status of patrol vessel transfer

Meeting also talked about strengthening ties in combating border crimes.
Trump found guilty of all 34 charges in New York hush money trial

Trump found guilty of all 34 charges in New York hush money trial

'My civil rights have been violated with this highly political witch-hunt.'
Copyright row: DAP rep submits plans for Pokémon mural

Copyright row: DAP rep submits plans for Pokémon mural

This comes while Dragon Ball mural dispute not yet resolved.
PN backs call for cops to continue probing 'assault' case

PN backs call for cops to continue probing 'assault' case

Rule of law must be upheld at all costs, says Takiyuddin.
COMMENT | No fibre, no 5G, that's my problem

COMMENT | No fibre, no 5G, that's my problem

This is symptomatic of a larger problem affecting all our digital communications.
PM: Strategies discussed to bolster social insurance programmes

PM: Strategies discussed to bolster social insurance programmes

'Strengthening of initiatives will cover overall development of individuals and country.'
Penang PKR Women chief ready to contest Sungai Bakap again

Penang PKR Women chief ready to contest Sungai Bakap again

Nurhidayah wants to make up for narrow defeat in last year's state polls.
'Arab donation' versus opposition

'Arab donation' versus opposition

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