Archive - 21 August 2024

Malaysia to repatriate injured Palestinians after treatment

Malaysia to repatriate injured Palestinians after treatment

Commitment made to Palestinian leaders, says foreign minister.
'Toxic politics further divides Malay electorates'

'Toxic politics further divides Malay electorates'

UMNO AGM | Mohamad says sanctity of Islam is also being 'hijacked'.
Nenggiri victory a start of long journey to regain support - Mohamad

Nenggiri victory a start of long journey to regain support - Mohamad

UMNO AGM | Major lesson is that Malay support is not static, says Umno deputy president.
Mat Hasan: Gen Z, millenials key to Umno's future

Mat Hasan: Gen Z, millenials key to Umno's future

UMNO AGM | Empower more of them to support Umno in GE16, he says.
100 throng solidarity rally for Pahang royalty in Kuantan

100 throng solidarity rally for Pahang royalty in Kuantan

Participants express displeasure towards Muhyiddin for questioning ex-Agong.
Anwar's India visit a success, securing potential trade worth RM8b

Anwar's India visit a success, securing potential trade worth RM8b

RM4.5b investment commitments secured from various sectors and companies.
Zahid eyes election victories at Umno AGM briefing

Zahid eyes election victories at Umno AGM briefing

UMNO AGM | Party president underscores unity as key to winning Mahkota and beyond.
Muhyiddin's speech: Cops submit probe papers to AGC

Muhyiddin's speech: Cops submit probe papers to AGC

Police record statements from 66 people as part of investigations.
Investigation papers on Mkini journos to be sent to AGC this week

Investigation papers on Mkini journos to be sent to AGC this week

We are wrapping up our investigation, says KL police chief.
Muhyiddin trapped by own slip of tongue, says Puad

Muhyiddin trapped by own slip of tongue, says Puad

'PN chairperson just wanted to play up sentiment in Nenggiri.'
Thailand reports possible first case of mpox clade 1b

Thailand reports possible first case of mpox clade 1b

Authority awaits test result of patient who had travelled from an African country.
Price of RON95, RON97 unchanged, diesel drops 2 sen

Price of RON95, RON97 unchanged, diesel drops 2 sen

Ministry says fall in diesel price in tandem with fluctuations in global crude oil prices.
'Holiday refund to ex-MB should have gone to Perlis state secretary's office'

'Holiday refund to ex-MB should have gone to Perlis state secretary's office'

Company director tells court cheques totalling RM629k issued in Azlan's name.
Nenggiri dam: Over 1k Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026

Nenggiri dam: Over 1k Orang Asli to be relocated in 2026

RM10m in compensation allocated, Nazri says.
Umno pledges to ensure UiTM remains for Malays, bumiputera - Zambry

Umno pledges to ensure UiTM remains for Malays, bumiputera - Zambry

If there are problems, we are committed to resolving them, says minister.
Decision to retain 6 seats follows law: Johari

Decision to retain 6 seats follows law: Johari

Speaker says no issue should Bersatu challenge it in court.
Taliban imposes travel ban on UN special rapporteur

Taliban imposes travel ban on UN special rapporteur

It cites Bennett's alleged propaganda dissemination against Afghanistan.
Muhyiddin divorced but can't move on - Zahid’s matrimonial jab

Muhyiddin divorced but can't move on - Zahid’s matrimonial jab

'That person can't accept His Majesty intended to prevent political instability.'
Umno GE16 candidates will use 'dacing' symbol, says Zahid

Umno GE16 candidates will use 'dacing' symbol, says Zahid

UMNO AGM | However, cooperation with govt parties will continue to avoid overlaps, he says.
Journo's sexual harassment case: Fahmi to meet cops over NFA decision

Journo's sexual harassment case: Fahmi to meet cops over NFA decision

Minister assures reports won't fall on deaf ears.
Cops reviewing investigation papers on Teoh Beng Hock case

Cops reviewing investigation papers on Teoh Beng Hock case

Police also seeking advise from AG chambers, Shuhaily says.
'Corrupt' ex-aide pointed his finger at Najib: Shafee

'Corrupt' ex-aide pointed his finger at Najib: Shafee

Defence also claims Amhari Efendi Nazaruddin received gratification from Jho Low.
Fahmi: Bersatu Youth desperate for blaming PKR over Muhyiddin's speech

Fahmi: Bersatu Youth desperate for blaming PKR over Muhyiddin's speech

UPDATED 5.36PM | It's an attempt to deflect from the real issue, says minister.
'Dr M asked Zahid to dissolve Umno, never wanted to ban it'

'Dr M asked Zahid to dissolve Umno, never wanted to ban it'

Ex-PM would've ordered home minister to ban party if he wanted that, his office says.
Vale in Malaysia Announces Recipients of the Second Batch of the Teluk Rubiah Scholarship Programme (TRSP)

Vale in Malaysia Announces Recipients of the Second Batch of the Teluk Rubiah Scholarship Programme (TRSP)

Vale is renewing its commitment to supporting Manjung’s human capital development by continuing its flagship Teluk Rubiah Scholarship Programme (TRSP) for the second batch. The programme, first launched in 2022, provides the most exceptional Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) from the Manjung district with full scholarships to complete their tertiary education in a world’s Top 100 university the areas of Engineering and Commerce.
'China forces for Merdeka month': Act against teacher - Amanah

'China forces for Merdeka month': Act against teacher - Amanah

Azli concerned certain quarters could use poster for competition to fan racial sentiments.
COMMENT | Dealing with skewed coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza

COMMENT | Dealing with skewed coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza

Like everyone else, journalists are influenced by their preconceptions.
Korean firm to invest US$1b in Forest City to develop M'sian first K-culture town

Korean firm to invest US$1b in Forest City to develop M'sian first K-culture town

Project to include production studios, cultural district, residential development.
Joining the Dots in Online Trading: iFX EXPO Asia 2024

Joining the Dots in Online Trading: iFX EXPO Asia 2024

This September all roads lead to Bangkok, where the entire online trading industry gathers in one place.

Prosecutor argues 4 power abuse charges against Najib valid

Prosecutor argues 4 power abuse charges against Najib valid

1MDB TRIAL | DPP points out the charges clearly laid out place, time, date and Najib's then position.
PKR MP and LFL condemn use of Sedition Act against PN chief

PKR MP and LFL condemn use of Sedition Act against PN chief

There's a current tendency to reduce people's freedom to speak, Hassan says.
Muhyiddin: Don't question my loyalty to constitutional monarchy

Muhyiddin: Don't question my loyalty to constitutional monarchy

UPDATED 2.50PM | Bersatu president insists his campaign speech in Nenggiri by-election meant no insult.
Muhyiddin submits 115 SDs backing him as PM in 2022 to police

Muhyiddin submits 115 SDs backing him as PM in 2022 to police

UPDATED 2.22PM | PN chairperson also submits letter confirming the receipt of the SDs.
Health Ministry: Those are firearm wounds, not mpox

Health Ministry: Those are firearm wounds, not mpox

Ministry debunks viral message, says photo of shotgun wounds is from 2022.
After teen bikers' deaths, TI-Malaysia urges parental accountability

After teen bikers' deaths, TI-Malaysia urges parental accountability

Accident highlights parents' failure to monitor their children's activities - group.
Muhyiddin meets cops to record statement over speech

Muhyiddin meets cops to record statement over speech

UPDATED 2.37PM | He was accompanied by several PN leaders.
Former Umno senator passes away in Terengganu hospital

Former Umno senator passes away in Terengganu hospital

Roslan, 73, dies from a stroke.
Pahang sultan tears up giving address about daughter's wedding

Pahang sultan tears up giving address about daughter's wedding

The ruler was unable to continue and the crown prince took over.
Ministries, agencies told to set up service delivery monitoring committees

Ministries, agencies told to set up service delivery monitoring committees

This follows the PM's emphasis of enhancing performance of civil service.
Conservation NGO expands scope to guide Orang Asli children

Conservation NGO expands scope to guide Orang Asli children

Rimau creates a nurturing learning environment.
Spare Muhyiddin 'oppressive, obnoxious' Act, says ex-deputy minister

Spare Muhyiddin 'oppressive, obnoxious' Act, says ex-deputy minister

Hanipa cites the Quran to express his disagreement.
YOURSAY | Raising civil servants’ pay good for economy

YOURSAY | Raising civil servants’ pay good for economy

‘A wage increase should come with proper productive measures in the salary scheme.’
Will Muhyiddin pick up '115' gauntlet?

Will Muhyiddin pick up '115' gauntlet?

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