Archive - 26 August 2024

Social media licensing: Grab distances from AIC open letter

Social media licensing: Grab distances from AIC open letter

Number of companies represented drops from 17 to six.
Muhyiddin's speech not meant to provoke, Faizal claims

Muhyiddin's speech not meant to provoke, Faizal claims

He was merely stating facts, Bersatu's no 2 says.
No tussle within Umno over Mahkota seat candidacy, says Zahid

No tussle within Umno over Mahkota seat candidacy, says Zahid

Candidate name to be finalised by Sept 14, party president says.
Sinkhole: Jetter machine used to break rock debris in search for victim

Sinkhole: Jetter machine used to break rock debris in search for victim

UPDATED 9.46PM | Authorities to keep using device until debris is completely broken down.
Penang CM tells Kedah to seek raw water payments via court

Penang CM tells Kedah to seek raw water payments via court

'Matter is governed by law, whoever is dissatisfied can take legal action.'
Govt urged to extend exemption for prohibited content in A2P messages

Govt urged to extend exemption for prohibited content in A2P messages

Group says sweeping curbs can severely disrupt legitimate business communications.
Mindef awaiting full report on sinking of KD Pendekar

Mindef awaiting full report on sinking of KD Pendekar

Khaled says naval authorities have begun probing incident.
Verdict on Peter Anthony's final appeal set for Nov 27

Verdict on Peter Anthony's final appeal set for Nov 27

Ex-Sabah minister bidding to quash conviction, sentence over forged documents case.
Sukma: T'ganu swim club apologises for sending female Muslim divers

Sukma: T'ganu swim club apologises for sending female Muslim divers

Association takes full responsibility for decision.
'Kutty' suit: Politicians lie when opportunity arises, says Dr M

'Kutty' suit: Politicians lie when opportunity arises, says Dr M

Ex-PM claims Zahid did not mention his name directly in speech to avoid being sued.
Tech giants urge govt to pause 'unworkable' social media licence plan

Tech giants urge govt to pause 'unworkable' social media licence plan

UPDATED 11.40PM | Their objections contradict Fahmi's claim that social media platforms had responded positively.
PAS man should look in mirror, not scapegoat DAP: Aziz Bari

PAS man should look in mirror, not scapegoat DAP: Aziz Bari

Tebing Tinggi rep says Razman Zakaria not well-versed in country’s political landscape.
'Don't create panic,' Loke tells Wee over alleged MAS confidence crisis

'Don't create panic,' Loke tells Wee over alleged MAS confidence crisis

UPDATED 5.15PM | Minister says he doesn't doubt airline's professionalism in handling situations.
DAP leaders refute rumour Jalan Yap Ah Loy renamed Jalan Palestin

DAP leaders refute rumour Jalan Yap Ah Loy renamed Jalan Palestin

Syahredzan points out it was Jalan Raja Laut 1 that was changed 4 years ago.
Prasarana confirms ransomware attack

Prasarana confirms ransomware attack

UPDATED 5.58PM | Public transport operator however says daily operations not affected.
Opposition MPs yet to respond on draft MOU for funding, Fadillah says

Opposition MPs yet to respond on draft MOU for funding, Fadillah says

DPM says no feedback received as yet.
From e-Commerce Breakthroughs to Warehouse Deals, Commerce.Asia’s Blueprint for Brand Success

From e-Commerce Breakthroughs to Warehouse Deals, Commerce.Asia’s Blueprint for Brand Success

At the core of the Commerce.Asia Group’s value proposition is its all-encompassing approach to e-commerce.
Daim's wife challenges RM313m tax assessment

Daim's wife challenges RM313m tax assessment

Na'imah claims IRB’s assessment for 2018 erroneous, baseless.
MY Token Set to Usher in the Future as Malaysia’s Premier Blockchain and Web3 Event

MY Token Set to Usher in the Future as Malaysia’s Premier Blockchain and Web3 Event

The inaugural MY Token event, scheduled for September 14 to 15, is set to redefine the blockchain and Web3 landscape in Malaysia
COMMENT | Collective responsibility to enhance road safety

COMMENT | Collective responsibility to enhance road safety

The journey towards safer roads begins with us.
Minister: Human insulin supplies enough until end of year, more coming

Minister: Human insulin supplies enough until end of year, more coming

Shortage has not reached an alarming rate, says Dzulkefly.
Malacca honours firebrand Akmal with datuk title

Malacca honours firebrand Akmal with datuk title

Umno Youth chief bestowed award on Governor Ali Rustam’s 75th birthday.
Zuki Ali appointed as EPF chairperson

Zuki Ali appointed as EPF chairperson

Ex-govt chief secretary succeeds Badri, appointment effective Sept 1.
Muhyiddin to face sedition charge tomorrow

Muhyiddin to face sedition charge tomorrow

UPDATED 3.17PM | PN chair to be charged at Gua Musang court tomorrow over controversial speech.
Gelly Wee Wedding Gown: A Premier Bridal Boutique in Malaysia

Gelly Wee Wedding Gown: A Premier Bridal Boutique in Malaysia

Established in 2008, Gelly Wee has quickly risen to prominence in the bridal industry, becoming synonymous with elegance, quality craftsmanship, and impeccable style.
Zahid lied, nobody referred to my name as 'Kutty' - Dr M tells court

Zahid lied, nobody referred to my name as 'Kutty' - Dr M tells court

UPDATED 11.48AM | Ex-PM suing Zahid over claim of an IC showing 'Mahathir anak lelaki Iskandar Kutty'.
COMMENT | Yasin's sentence: Drug reforms falling short

COMMENT | Yasin's sentence: Drug reforms falling short

What the singer needs is intervention to overcome his drug troubles, not punishment.
Asean MPs group call on govts to defend freedom of religion

Asean MPs group call on govts to defend freedom of religion

APHR highlights repressive laws and hate speech among ongoing challenges.
LETTER | Is Blue Economy just another buzzword?

LETTER | Is Blue Economy just another buzzword?

Malaysia must address significant governance challenges to ensure its success.
COMMENT | As Gen Z, this is how I felt witnessing youth oust Sheikh Hasina

COMMENT | As Gen Z, this is how I felt witnessing youth oust Sheikh Hasina

Youngsters in my country are the face of our own Arab Spring.
Mayor assures KL safe, task force to monitor potential sinkhole risks

Mayor assures KL safe, task force to monitor potential sinkhole risks

'Claims that KL is unsafe for development must be backed by strong evidence.'
COMMENT | Anwar should look at his backyard, not India on minority issues

COMMENT | Anwar should look at his backyard, not India on minority issues

Our hypocrisy is why international community don’t take us seriously.
Umno pines for Najib

Umno pines for Najib

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