Archive - 14 August 2024

Muhyiddin: I banned Hew's comic over communist elements

Muhyiddin: I banned Hew's comic over communist elements

The former home minister maintains the book should not be allowed in schools.
Police escort who assaulted e-hailing driver has been disciplined: IGP

Police escort who assaulted e-hailing driver has been disciplined: IGP

UPDATED 10PM | This is in addition to an investigation under Penal Code.
Police call up woman in probe despite no involvement in rally, PSM says

Police call up woman in probe despite no involvement in rally, PSM says

Party decries a more repressive state under Madani govt.
PAS Youth denies it brought alcohol to Orang Asli, lodges police report

PAS Youth denies it brought alcohol to Orang Asli, lodges police report

NENGGIRI BY-ELECTION | A social media influencer claims party offered them alcohol to not vote.
Asia Mobiliti probe to be completed in two months - Azam

Asia Mobiliti probe to be completed in two months - Azam

MACC chief says investigation ongoing and it's also looking into the governance issues.
MMA: Digitalisation can curb manpower issues in healthcare sector

MMA: Digitalisation can curb manpower issues in healthcare sector

Association chief says real-time data on patient load, personnel can address shortages.
Diesel price drops another 5 sen

Diesel price drops another 5 sen

UPDATED 6.52PM | Fuel to cost RM3.25 per litre from Aug 15-21.
New KL mayor appointed, effective tomorrow

New KL mayor appointed, effective tomorrow

Maimunah has 39 years of experience in urban planning and regeneration.
Turmoil in Thailand as court dismisses PM over cabinet appointment

Turmoil in Thailand as court dismisses PM over cabinet appointment

He is the fourth prime minister to be removed in 16 years.
Appeals court commutes siblings' death penalty to 33 years' jail over murder

Appeals court commutes siblings' death penalty to 33 years' jail over murder

Woman and younger brother found guilty of murdering her husband.
Defamation case: Guan Eng's son rubbishes claim of S'pore arrest

Defamation case: Guan Eng's son rubbishes claim of S'pore arrest

Clint tells court he was not at Changi Airport on the date Papagomo had alleged.
Law being drafted to fine men trespassing in women's coach - Loke

Law being drafted to fine men trespassing in women's coach - Loke

Minister says commuter service operators told to step up monitoring in MRT.
Hew's comic book: Teresa pans Umno leaders over calls to continue ban

Hew's comic book: Teresa pans Umno leaders over calls to continue ban

UPDATED 5.49PM | 'All parties should forget their prejudice and look forward.'
LFL wants govt to review guidelines for VIP escort

LFL wants govt to review guidelines for VIP escort

UPDATED 6.32PM | Surendran says emphasis must be on public safety.
'Pressman' KJ stands with Mkini journos probed over Bukit Aman article

'Pressman' KJ stands with Mkini journos probed over Bukit Aman article

Former minister however has targeted Malaysiakini journalists in the past.
Foreign worker recruitment now fully under Home Ministry

Foreign worker recruitment now fully under Home Ministry

Move to streamline process, make hiring easier.
Deaf e-hailing driver tears up over assault video, still waiting for justice

Deaf e-hailing driver tears up over assault video, still waiting for justice

UPDATED 6.59PM | Clip shows Ong being punched just as his passengers enter his car.
Water in Penang dams drops below 30pct

Water in Penang dams drops below 30pct

Rate of reduction slowed with recent rainfall.
LETTER | Play it right to build stronger sports future

LETTER | Play it right to build stronger sports future

Invest wisely in sports ecosystem for physically healthier M'sians and to foster unity.
'Final' extension for Dr M's sons to declare assets

'Final' extension for Dr M's sons to declare assets

UPDATED 5.21PM | The brothers have until next month otherwise they will face action, warns MACC chief.
Violence in Bangladesh: NGOs to hold protest outside high comm

Violence in Bangladesh: NGOs to hold protest outside high comm

Demo to highlight atrocities in the country.
COMMENT | A camel is a horse designed by a GLC

COMMENT | A camel is a horse designed by a GLC

The lifecycle of GLCs, an endless tale of scams and scandals.
Murder-cum-arson suspect on remand for 7 days

Murder-cum-arson suspect on remand for 7 days

The dead in the incident on Friday include his parents.
Activists detained for 'disrupting' Sabah eviction

Activists detained for 'disrupting' Sabah eviction

UPDATED 9PM | Police clarify they were not involved, detention for documentation and probe under Sabah Parks Enactment.
Guan Eng, Papagomo's lawyer in verbal war over 'lying' claim

Guan Eng, Papagomo's lawyer in verbal war over 'lying' claim

Court hearing on ex-minister's defamation suit against blogger heats up.
KJ: Youth and sports minister must be proactive, not play 'taichi'

KJ: Youth and sports minister must be proactive, not play 'taichi'

'Yeoh must be courageous in dealing with 'big beasts' in sports associations.'
M'sian bowler becomes first Asian to clinch PWBA award in US

M'sian bowler becomes first Asian to clinch PWBA award in US

Sports minister praises Sin Li Jane for making history.
No compromise on police misconduct, IGP says

No compromise on police misconduct, IGP says

1,760 investigation papers against personnel opened in first half of 2024 - Razarudin.
Bangladesh interim leader assures Anwar minorities will be protected

Bangladesh interim leader assures Anwar minorities will be protected

UPDATED 12PM | PM congratulates 'old friend' Yunus on his appointment as chief adviser for Bangladesh interim govt.
M'sia must stay 'neutral' to be a primary investment destination: Zafrul

M'sia must stay 'neutral' to be a primary investment destination: Zafrul

Country has strong ecosystem in technology sector, minister says.
Five e-waste facilities face legal action for law violations

Five e-waste facilities face legal action for law violations

Facilities fail to comply with the Environmental Quality Act.
How WORQ’s tailor-made enterprise solutions are elevating workplace strategy and employee well-being

How WORQ’s tailor-made enterprise solutions are elevating workplace strategy and employee well-being

Versatile spaces for different work styles and preferences
Ignore resignation rumours, PAS spiritual leader tells Perlis MB

Ignore resignation rumours, PAS spiritual leader tells Perlis MB

Hashim says no instruction for Shukri to relinquish post.
Cops arrest priest over alleged sexual assault of 13-year-old boy in church

Cops arrest priest over alleged sexual assault of 13-year-old boy in church

Victim claims he was assaulted in a room at a church in Puchong.
COMMENT | Islamisation of public spaces

COMMENT | Islamisation of public spaces

It's saddening we have accepted segregation as an acceptable compromise.
DAY 12 | Kesedar grant issue: Ku Li blames K'tan govt for delays

DAY 12 | Kesedar grant issue: Ku Li blames K'tan govt for delays

State govt is stalling and doesn't want to resolve it, he says.
Govt to provide counselling for family of decapitated teacher

Govt to provide counselling for family of decapitated teacher

33-year-old's dismembered body found last year.
Penang MACC arrests officer for seeking bribe to close rape case

Penang MACC arrests officer for seeking bribe to close rape case

The man in his 40s allegedly accepted a bribe of RM12k in 2019.
Find ways to continue ban on Hew's book - Umno leaders

Find ways to continue ban on Hew's book - Umno leaders

Comic book glorifies Chin Peng, communism, claims Puad.
T'ganu only PN state with no female gymnasts at Sukma 2024

T'ganu only PN state with no female gymnasts at Sukma 2024

Kelantan, Kedah, and Perlis are sending women athletes.
Truant teacher: Intimidated for refusing to collude, witness says

Truant teacher: Intimidated for refusing to collude, witness says

Nurhaizah says she was labelled 'traitor' for not keeping quiet.
COMMENT | The fall of Bangladesh's iron lady

COMMENT | The fall of Bangladesh's iron lady

Anti-govt Gen Z revolution ousts Hasina after 16-year authoritarian rule.
Minister apologises to M'sians for Paris Olympics performance

Minister apologises to M'sians for Paris Olympics performance

Yeoh however, says Road to Gold programme not a failure yet.
YOURSAY | Retirement funds should be invested wisely

YOURSAY | Retirement funds should be invested wisely

’GLICs as the vehicle for driving investment is a failed model.’
Cabinet reshuffle rumour

Cabinet reshuffle rumour

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