Archive - 31 July 2024

Umno will start legal proceedings to claim RM100m from Rembia rep

Umno will start legal proceedings to claim RM100m from Rembia rep

Party's supreme council agrees to the move at meeting tonight.
Reports: Iran vows vengeance, but escalation is not a certainty

Reports: Iran vows vengeance, but escalation is not a certainty

Qatar PM decries killing of key negotiator in peace talks.
Khairy reveals his Sports Ministry received gambling funds

Khairy reveals his Sports Ministry received gambling funds

But there was no cheque presentation ceremony, he adds.
Australian govt will force banks to compensate scam victims

Australian govt will force banks to compensate scam victims

Australians lost A$2.74b to scams in 2023.
Instagram’s removal of PM's post proof against 'excessive' interference: Lawyer

Instagram’s removal of PM's post proof against 'excessive' interference: Lawyer

‘That is why we must value freedom of expression for everyone.’
OIC slams Hamas leader's assassination

OIC slams Hamas leader's assassination

The organisation holds Israeli authorities responsible.
UF AWARDS APAC 2024 Nomination Round Now Open

UF AWARDS APAC 2024 Nomination Round Now Open

Yes, it’s time to nominate the best Brokers and Fintechs in APAC. Your opinion matters!
NGO urges action over quarry operations in Kedah

NGO urges action over quarry operations in Kedah

SAM claims Kampung Padang residents are concerned for their safety.
'Most dictatorial govt': Bersih chief refutes Ambiga's statement

'Most dictatorial govt': Bersih chief refutes Ambiga's statement

Faisal cites ISA detentions without trial, Ops Lalang.
After Hamas leader's slaying, Putrajaya vows to remain vocal

After Hamas leader's slaying, Putrajaya vows to remain vocal

Cabinet stands in solidarity with the people of Palestine, says Fahmi.
This was a heinous murder, says Anwar

This was a heinous murder, says Anwar

UPDATED 6PM | Ismail Haniyeh's killing designed to derail ongoing ceasefire talks over Gaza conflict.
Former Sabah minister's last-ditch appeal to avoid jail

Former Sabah minister's last-ditch appeal to avoid jail

Peter is appealing against a 3-year jail term for forgery.
Don't spread fake news, mum in stable condition - Mahkota rep's daughter

Don't spread fake news, mum in stable condition - Mahkota rep's daughter

This comes after reports that Sharifah was in critical condition due to internal bleeding.
S'wak PKR leader lambasts GPS over 'stay out of state polls' warning

S'wak PKR leader lambasts GPS over 'stay out of state polls' warning

Ismardy reminds state ruling party Harapan ties enabled it to be part of govt.
Labourer gets 30 years jail, caning for raping disabled daughter

Labourer gets 30 years jail, caning for raping disabled daughter

The man, 45, pleads guilty to three charges.
PMO condemns Instagram's removal of post on Hamas leader

PMO condemns Instagram's removal of post on Hamas leader

UPDATED 4.40PM | Post featured PM meeting Ismail in May.
Malaysia joins critics of Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony

Malaysia joins critics of Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony

UPDATED 5.58PM | Freedom of expression should not be abused, says Na'im.
Kanthan farmer eviction: Jeyakumar, PSM stand by criticism of Perak body

Kanthan farmer eviction: Jeyakumar, PSM stand by criticism of Perak body

Perak State Development Corp suing activist for defamation.
Wisma Putra: M'sia strongly condemns killing of Ismail Haniyeh

Wisma Putra: M'sia strongly condemns killing of Ismail Haniyeh

Putrajaya urges for immediate, thorough investigation into the death.
Ulu Tiram case: Sept 2 re-mention of charges against suspect's family

Ulu Tiram case: Sept 2 re-mention of charges against suspect's family

Judge allows DPP's bid for some time to complete terrorism expert's report.
Heal helpline resolved 317 attempted suicides since 2022 - Lukanisman

Heal helpline resolved 317 attempted suicides since 2022 - Lukanisman

Health Ministry programme also helped prevent suicidal behaviour, says deputy minister.
Fahmi confident new rules for safe internet won't discourage investments

Fahmi confident new rules for safe internet won't discourage investments

They will provide a much clearer regulatory framework, says the minister.
Gerakan has become DAP's mouthpiece: Penang PAS Youth leader

Gerakan has become DAP's mouthpiece: Penang PAS Youth leader

UPDATED 4.40PM | Hafiz questions need to ally with Gerakan if party 'acts like DAP'.
McD CEO blames Muslim boycott for Gaza over dip in global sales

McD CEO blames Muslim boycott for Gaza over dip in global sales

Its international quarterly sales dropped 1pct - the first decline in three years.
Mahkota rep in critical condition

Mahkota rep in critical condition

UPDATED 6.27PM | Sharifah Azizah is being treated in hospital for internal bleeding.
GPS leader warns PKR to stay out of next Sarawak polls

GPS leader warns PKR to stay out of next Sarawak polls

PKR’s intervention can jeopardise balance in coalition, Karim says.
Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh

Mosques under Jakim, Jawi to hold funeral prayers for Ismail Haniyeh

Religious minister has issued an order.
Unemployed man accused of causing death of Henry Gurney school inmate

Unemployed man accused of causing death of Henry Gurney school inmate

Daniel Akmal is charged with causing bodily harm not amounting to murder.
Homicide ruling: Navy cadet's father to lodge police report

Homicide ruling: Navy cadet's father to lodge police report

Soosaimanicckam's family to call for a murder probe.
No AG decision next few months - DPP on Najib's representation

No AG decision next few months - DPP on Najib's representation

Ex-premier seeking prosecution’s withdrawal of RM27m SRC money laundering case.
'I scammed so I could live': South Asians enslaved in scam compounds

'I scammed so I could live': South Asians enslaved in scam compounds

English-speaking and tech-savvy individuals who were promised good jobs abroad duped into scam rings.
COMMENT | Anwar's deliverables: Madani govt assessment Part 1

COMMENT | Anwar's deliverables: Madani govt assessment Part 1

It would be unfair to completely dismiss the administration's achievements.
Reports: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed

Reports: Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed

UPDATED 1.50PM | Hamas blames it on 'treacherous Zionist raid'.
LETTER | Addressing mental illness in Malaysia

LETTER | Addressing mental illness in Malaysia

A call to action to pave the way for better quality of life for all.
Oil prices plunge further as US crude dropped below US$75 per barrel

Oil prices plunge further as US crude dropped below US$75 per barrel

Weakening Chinese economic data raises concerns about reduced oil demand.
MACC nabs 3 including 'Datuk' over alleged RM100m bribes

MACC nabs 3 including 'Datuk' over alleged RM100m bribes

The graft-buster is investigating a housing project linked to SPNB.
The Silicon Straits: How Malaysia Can Unlock ASEAN's Digital Boom

The Silicon Straits: How Malaysia Can Unlock ASEAN's Digital Boom

Unlocking ASEAN's Digital Boom: Malaysia's Path to Becoming a Regional Tech Hub

Rembia rep has till Friday to explain his status - Malacca speaker

Rembia rep has till Friday to explain his status - Malacca speaker

Instead of replying Ibrahim’s letter, Jailani directed him to PAS sec-gen for explanation.
RTD to haul up parents of 12-year-old filmed driving car

RTD to haul up parents of 12-year-old filmed driving car

Department says it is running its own probe into the incident.
COMMENT | Madani govt disappointing but far from most dictatorial

COMMENT | Madani govt disappointing but far from most dictatorial

I dare say this is just about the most freedom we've enjoyed.
Good Vibes organiser sues The 1975 for RM11m

Good Vibes organiser sues The 1975 for RM11m

UPDATED 10.16AM | This is over the band's controversial antics that caused last year's shutdown.
Water cuts in Selangor, a chronology of last few years

Water cuts in Selangor, a chronology of last few years

Supply disruptions a huge inconvenience to residents, businesses.
Jamaliah gets to grips with S'gor environment challenges

Jamaliah gets to grips with S'gor environment challenges

Second-term assemblyperson talks of water cuts, e-waste, plastic use.
Over 79pct of M'sian software supply chains vulnerable: Blackberry

Over 79pct of M'sian software supply chains vulnerable: Blackberry

This is slightly higher than the global average of 76pct.
Stop discussing 'child-free' trend, says Selangor exco

Stop discussing 'child-free' trend, says Selangor exco

Anfaal adds that state govt should take responsibility for fostering family values.
Finance Ministry sets 3 short-term priorities for Budget 2025

Finance Ministry sets 3 short-term priorities for Budget 2025

They include raising competitiveness, raising quality of life, and improving governance.
YOURSAY | Peace more important than freedom of speech

YOURSAY | Peace more important than freedom of speech

‘In a multi-racial society like ours, we need some sort of control.’
PN switcheroo

PN switcheroo

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