Archive - 9 August 2024

McDonald's M'sia wins community engagement award for 6th year running

McDonald's M'sia wins community engagement award for 6th year running

Fast food chain says committed to social responsibility.
Dhabitah finishes last, ends Paris Olympics outing in disappointment

Dhabitah finishes last, ends Paris Olympics outing in disappointment

Athlete's two poor dives out of five places her in 12th.
Suhakam chair hopes govt will ratify Icerd

Suhakam chair hopes govt will ratify Icerd

Hishamudin seeks greater understanding among agencies on human rights.
Fact-check: What did Anwar say about ringgit's performance?

Fact-check: What did Anwar say about ringgit's performance?

PM claims Mkini columnist used different wording to translate.
Police confirm receiving report on cat dragged by its neck on vehicle

Police confirm receiving report on cat dragged by its neck on vehicle

Initial probe finds driver was unaware of incident.
Zuki Ali retires, says willing to continue serving country

Zuki Ali retires, says willing to continue serving country

Outgoing chief secretary says over three decades in public service have been challenging yet fulfilling.
Police await instructions on probe into navy cadet officer's death

Police await instructions on probe into navy cadet officer's death

Ipoh High Court previously ruled Soosaimanicckam's death as homicide.
Court grants grandaunt temporary custody of Zayn Rayyan's brother

Court grants grandaunt temporary custody of Zayn Rayyan's brother

Parents allowed to see boy once a week, under guardian supervision.
LETTER | Compelling journos to reveal sources thwarts democratic processes

LETTER | Compelling journos to reveal sources thwarts democratic processes

Madani govt's trajectory raises serious concerns.
ATEC 2024 Draws Over 600 Participants, Aims To Spark Innovation In Technopreneurship

ATEC 2024 Draws Over 600 Participants, Aims To Spark Innovation In Technopreneurship

The conference seeks to drive innovation and tech development in Asia Pacific’s technopreneurship landscape

Water cuts: Chinese national faces jail time, RM10m fine for polluting river

Water cuts: Chinese national faces jail time, RM10m fine for polluting river

Man charged with dumping chemicals near a water treatment intake point in Rawang.
Banks introduce anti-malware tech on apps

Banks introduce anti-malware tech on apps

This is expected to help curb scams and security breaches.
Proposed harmony charter to be presented to cabinet soon: Na'im

Proposed harmony charter to be presented to cabinet soon: Na'im

Charter contains 6 principles, 12 harmony values, 32 guidelines, and 9 directions.
COMMENT | Towards quality education for Orang Asli children

COMMENT | Towards quality education for Orang Asli children

Lack of access severely impacts their academic progress, overall well-being.
Services Sector Lead Growth Among SMEs

Services Sector Lead Growth Among SMEs

The Golden Bull Award 2024 saw a 15% increase in nominations compared to 2023
Mkini journalists refuse to reveal source during police questioning

Mkini journalists refuse to reveal source during police questioning

UPDATED 6.14PM | Lawyer says they responded with 'we will answer in court'.
Gerakan vice-president pleads not guilty to CBT charges

Gerakan vice-president pleads not guilty to CBT charges

He is accused of abusing nearly RM16k for basketball association.
Want more allocations for state? Discuss nicely, PM tells Sabah MP

Want more allocations for state? Discuss nicely, PM tells Sabah MP

PM notes some critics were in previous govt but did nothing.
Harapan yet to decide on Mahkota condidate, leaders will meet today

Harapan yet to decide on Mahkota condidate, leaders will meet today

Key party leaders will discuss the matter at 4pm.

Cops seeking X account holder 'Syedewa' over offensive post

Cops seeking X account holder 'Syedewa' over offensive post

Post allegedly smears image of police officers manning roadblock in Damansara Damai.
Kesedar's 7,000ha of land set for transfer to settlers, Zahid says

Kesedar's 7,000ha of land set for transfer to settlers, Zahid says

DPM dismisses PAS' claim that agency failed to process approved lots.
Cabinet to review land acquisition laws following Duta Enclave ruling

Cabinet to review land acquisition laws following Duta Enclave ruling

PM says ruling may have implications on thousands of hectares of land.
COMMENT | Stop bullying humble hawkers

COMMENT | Stop bullying humble hawkers

Massive enforcement action unnecessary and unproductive.
'I didn't sell a single screw': Felcra chairperson denies factory sale

'I didn't sell a single screw': Felcra chairperson denies factory sale

UPDATED 5.40PM | Jazlan lodges report against accuser, says he's willing to be investigated.
T'ganu ghost festival organiser warns Muslims away with banners

T'ganu ghost festival organiser warns Muslims away with banners

This is after a temple was banned from having women performers.
PM wants statutory bodies to make paradigm shift, be more transparent

PM wants statutory bodies to make paradigm shift, be more transparent

Anwar wants them to review the structure and vision of their establishments.
Ringgit's performance: Don't twist my words, PM tells media

Ringgit's performance: Don't twist my words, PM tells media

UPDATED 3.36PM | 'That's why we need Malaysians to master BM.'
Probe on reporters: Teresa reminds govt of reform promises

Probe on reporters: Teresa reminds govt of reform promises

An administration that accepts criticisms is a strong govt, she says.
PM: Tesla suffers losses, can't compete with EV from China

PM: Tesla suffers losses, can't compete with EV from China

UPDATED 2.30PM | Anwar says Tesla shares this info with Zafrul and his ministry.
Muslim DAP leaders demand PN apology over 'kafir harbi' remark

Muslim DAP leaders demand PN apology over 'kafir harbi' remark

NENGGIRI BY-ELECTION | A speaker at a PN ceramah has slapped DAP with the label.
COMMENT | 'Ketuanan Lelaki' and the fear of T'ganu women

COMMENT | 'Ketuanan Lelaki' and the fear of T'ganu women

Are the state's men so weak that they cannot resist women?
Seeing triple: Ad agency apologises for AI blunder in Merdeka poster

Seeing triple: Ad agency apologises for AI blunder in Merdeka poster

Poster portrays Twin Towers as having three towers.
Taking land issue to court 'sissy' act, Takiyuddin tells Kesedar chief

Taking land issue to court 'sissy' act, Takiyuddin tells Kesedar chief

PAS sec-gen asks Zawawi to challenge him on political stage instead.
Unisza denies selling fake certs, lodges police report on allegations

Unisza denies selling fake certs, lodges police report on allegations

University views the claim as serious, will take legal action.
Fair trial assured for Daim and wife, says prosecutor

Fair trial assured for Daim and wife, says prosecutor

This comes after Daim's claim of bias if same judge hears both cases.
K’tan MB sidesteps questions on high salary compared to state GDP

K’tan MB sidesteps questions on high salary compared to state GDP

Nassuruddin says other govt heads earning more.
Impersonating hospital staff case: 14-year-old remanded

Impersonating hospital staff case: 14-year-old remanded

The teenage girl is under remand for 2 days.
LETTER | Missing persons crisis: Unsolved cases and govt inaction

LETTER | Missing persons crisis: Unsolved cases and govt inaction

Current system lacks depth and commitment.
Zaid slams cops for alleged harassment of Mkini journalists

Zaid slams cops for alleged harassment of Mkini journalists

UPDATED 1.44PM | A mere denial would suffice if report is untrue, says ex-minister.
DAY 7 | Don't be swayed by promises, Zahid tells Felda Perasu settlers

DAY 7 | Don't be swayed by promises, Zahid tells Felda Perasu settlers

He urges them to reject 'outsiders' who try to undermine the land scheme.
Tesla never committed to opening factory in Malaysia - Zafrul

Tesla never committed to opening factory in Malaysia - Zafrul

Discussions with Musk didn't involve setting up factory, says minister.
COMMENT | Anwar makes another mistake - on ringgit

COMMENT | Anwar makes another mistake - on ringgit

Recent gains more because of weakened dollar than strengthened ringgit.
Govt files appeal against Semantan Estate land transfer order

Govt files appeal against Semantan Estate land transfer order

Disputed area is the 'Duta enclave', which houses govt building.
Bribe and prejudice

Bribe and prejudice

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