Archive - 29 July 2024

'Most dictatorial govt': Ambiga slams new social media licensing move

'Most dictatorial govt': Ambiga slams new social media licensing move

Never thought Harapan-led govt would do this, she says.
PM: New social media, messaging rules to tackle crime and harmful info

PM: New social media, messaging rules to tackle crime and harmful info

UPDATED 10.51PM | ‘They are needed for public good despite being unpopular.’
T’ganu introduces more gender segregation, now at stadium

T’ganu introduces more gender segregation, now at stadium

This is to accommodate female, family spectators – Hishamuddin.
Special Parliament session needed to debate 10-year PM term limit: Azalina

Special Parliament session needed to debate 10-year PM term limit: Azalina

Such amendments require in-depth discussion and cabinet decisions, minister says.
Oil royalty: No petroleum extracted within T’ganu waters, Putrajaya says

Oil royalty: No petroleum extracted within T’ganu waters, Putrajaya says

Petroleum extracted beyond 3 nautical miles of its territorial waters – Finance Ministry
Zahid: Nenggiri will see transformation in a year if BN wins

Zahid: Nenggiri will see transformation in a year if BN wins

UPDATED 8.08PM | He also urges agencies to help BN win the seat.
PN announces ex-PAS deputy youth chief as Nenggiri candidate

PN announces ex-PAS deputy youth chief as Nenggiri candidate

UPDATED 8.26PM | Bersatu's Rizwadi is a 41-year-old retired navy officer who will contest under PAS logo.
Influencer awarded RM4.3m default judgment against former business partner

Influencer awarded RM4.3m default judgment against former business partner

Court orders Lai Kai Jian to pay Siew Pui Yi the amount after he failed to appear for proceedings.
Mkini to co-host Global Investigative Journalism Conference 2025

Mkini to co-host Global Investigative Journalism Conference 2025

World's largest international gathering of investigative reporters and editors will be held in KL next year.
Quit if you cannot respect others, Sanusi tells Gerakan

Quit if you cannot respect others, Sanusi tells Gerakan

UPDATED 7.27PM | Learn to respect Malays and Islam, he says.
Gerakan's approach to win Chinese support is wrong, Tuan Ibrahim says

Gerakan's approach to win Chinese support is wrong, Tuan Ibrahim says

Lau, being a senior PN leader, should uphold good values.
DNB Partners CSM to Boost Malaysia’s 5G Network Cybersecurity

DNB Partners CSM to Boost Malaysia’s 5G Network Cybersecurity

Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) and Cybersecurity Malaysia (CSM) have signed a Collaboration Agreement, to bolster the security of Malaysia’s 5G network against cyber threats.
Sabah govt to probe claims of rainforest land being advertised for sale – Hajiji

Sabah govt to probe claims of rainforest land being advertised for sale – Hajiji

He urges people not to be influenced by information spread via social media.
There must be finality to Beng Hock's death probe, says Ramkarpal

There must be finality to Beng Hock's death probe, says Ramkarpal

UPDATED 6.26PM | Lawyer points out probe needs to be completed within proportionate timeframe.
Gombak Setia rep's ex-aide convicted of rape, gets 13-year jail term

Gombak Setia rep's ex-aide convicted of rape, gets 13-year jail term

Mohd Zulfahimin Mahdzir appeals against verdict, jail sentence, caning.
Farmers may not plant paddy to avoid losses due to dry spell - group

Farmers may not plant paddy to avoid losses due to dry spell - group

Paddy farmers also lament lack of action from related govt agencies.
Govt has no plans to abolish CLP exam, says Kula

Govt has no plans to abolish CLP exam, says Kula

Committee formed to study implementation of Common Bar Course, Common Bar Examination.
Femoire Day & Night | The New Skincare Product In Malaysia

Femoire Day & Night | The New Skincare Product In Malaysia

With its unique blend of plant-based ingredients, this all-vegan formula harnesses the power of Rose Placenta® essence to provide comprehensive care for your skin, both day and night.
Najib, son fail to stay bankruptcy proceedings

Najib, son fail to stay bankruptcy proceedings

UPDATED 4.10PM | Duo sought to present their defence against IRB's tax suits.
Census: Average salary in KL double that of Kelantan

Census: Average salary in KL double that of Kelantan

Telco sector offers the highest pay, census indicates.
Donation storm - Maszlee's 'illogical' quit call leaves Amanah puzzled

Donation storm - Maszlee's 'illogical' quit call leaves Amanah puzzled

Maszlee should have sought Aiman's explanation before making statement - Khalid.
Amazing Seniors Talent Quest 2024

Amazing Seniors Talent Quest 2024

Loke: Most Chinese school fundraisers don’t involve students

Loke: Most Chinese school fundraisers don’t involve students

UPDATED 4.32PM | They're also held outside school premises, he adds.
Navy cadet death was homicide: High Court

Navy cadet death was homicide: High Court

Soosaimanicckam's family seeks to overturn open verdict by Coroner's Court.
Brewery donation: No grey area, status quo remains - Loke

Brewery donation: No grey area, status quo remains - Loke

UPDATED 4.24PM | 'What has been in practice before is allowed.'
Rafizi: M'sia going through ageing nation process poorer than others

Rafizi: M'sia going through ageing nation process poorer than others

Minister says it will be a focus on the economy census.
LETTER | Will licensing social media platforms make us safer?

LETTER | Will licensing social media platforms make us safer?

What about the government's role in handling private data?
Rubber tapper tells court he 'tidak sengaja' raped teen daughter

Rubber tapper tells court he 'tidak sengaja' raped teen daughter

The father of three gave the excuse when he requested for bail.
Court extends remand by 6 days for suspected kidnapper

Court extends remand by 6 days for suspected kidnapper

The remand will run from today until Sunday.
Foggy Vision: A Closer Look at Pseudophakic Bullous Keratopathy

Foggy Vision: A Closer Look at Pseudophakic Bullous Keratopathy

Find out ‘The Impact Of Cataract Surgery’ from Dr. Lai Yin Peng, MBBS, MOphthal, CCFT Cornea, Cornea surgeon and consultant Ophthalmologist
KPJ Healthcare Unveils New Shared Values to Drive Cultural Transformation

KPJ Healthcare Unveils New Shared Values to Drive Cultural Transformation

As a key part of the Group’s transformation, KPJ Healthcare Berhad ("KPJ Healthcare" or “Group”) is proud to unveil its new shared values to all employees, which emphasize enhanced patient-centricity culture, driving its push to be a high-performance organisation.
No security lapse, crypto-wallet firm needn't pay RM700k: Court

No security lapse, crypto-wallet firm needn't pay RM700k: Court

UPDATED 1.15PM | Luno emphasises customers' responsibility in managing personal data.
Coroner's Court postpones inquest decision over inmate's death

Coroner's Court postpones inquest decision over inmate's death

Lawyer says court still reviewing evidence surrounding Roopan's death.
Bung's lawyer unwell, prosecution's appeal deferred

Bung's lawyer unwell, prosecution's appeal deferred

Prosecutors seek to quash Kinabatangan MP, wife's acquittal in RM2.8 million corruption case.
MP SPEAKS | Brewery donation: Stop preaching, give govt funds instead

MP SPEAKS | Brewery donation: Stop preaching, give govt funds instead

Non-Muslim parents fear vernacular schools' survival much more than 'unhealthy' influence.
Chegubard remanded, cops probing how he got classified docs

Chegubard remanded, cops probing how he got classified docs

The Bersatu leader claims bribery involves a navy official.
LETTER | Between art and offence

LETTER | Between art and offence

Disrespect in guise of art or entertainment unacceptable on international stage.
DAP wants us to be strong, Umno leader tells party delegates

DAP wants us to be strong, Umno leader tells party delegates

DAP not the 'bad guy' it is often portrayed to be, says Rahman.
Students evacuated from Bangladesh can opt to continue studies here: Zambry

Students evacuated from Bangladesh can opt to continue studies here: Zambry

Minister says they can also return to Bangladesh when it is safe.
Social media licensing open to abuse, says human rights lawyer

Social media licensing open to abuse, says human rights lawyer

UPDATED 11.24AM | Paulsen notes existing laws are already being abused to suit political purposes.
Orang Asli fighting for land rights face new enemy - rare earth mining

Orang Asli fighting for land rights face new enemy - rare earth mining

Court hearing on reserve land application looms, but Pahang MB has already approved 220ha for mining.
COMMENT | Culture shock: Rediscovering M'sia's warm embrace

COMMENT | Culture shock: Rediscovering M'sia's warm embrace

Friendliness in stark contrast to hushed greetings on Nordic soil.
COMMENT | Olympic attire and the propaganda of diversity

COMMENT | Olympic attire and the propaganda of diversity

In a way, the outfit shows Malaysia as what it truly is.
Teo: Social media licence to curb cybercrimes, hold providers to account

Teo: Social media licence to curb cybercrimes, hold providers to account

It’s also need to prevent sexual crimes against children, she adds.
Penang's iconic ferries decaying, may be disposed of – Chow

Penang's iconic ferries decaying, may be disposed of – Chow

‘However, we can consider them for other purposes.’
PN clash over brewery brouhaha

PN clash over brewery brouhaha

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