Archive - 1 October 2024

RTD updates MyJPJ app after high demand for special transition programme

RTD updates MyJPJ app after high demand for special transition programme

DG says it is to ensure maximum accessibility for eligibility checks.
UN peacekeeping force slams Israel's incursion into Lebanon

UN peacekeeping force slams Israel's incursion into Lebanon

It violates country's sovereignty, territorial integrity, Unifil says.
PM's ex-aide seeks order to declare 'no bail' provision unconstitutional

PM's ex-aide seeks order to declare 'no bail' provision unconstitutional

Yusoff Rawther in Sungai Buloh prison awaiting trial.
Ringgit's stellar performance due to govt's strong narrative, says Rafizi

Ringgit's stellar performance due to govt's strong narrative, says Rafizi

Money has flowed into stock market since July 2023, minister says.
'13MP to focus on state-federal efforts to close gaps in socio-economy, development'

'13MP to focus on state-federal efforts to close gaps in socio-economy, development'

Burden to advance nation's economy often on Putrajaya's shoulders, says Rafizi.
Is Sg Bakap polls loss also my fault, Akmal asks Liew

Is Sg Bakap polls loss also my fault, Akmal asks Liew

Umno Youth chief says DAP leaders' remarks caused support for Harapan to decline.
Study of more parliamentary seats in Sabah needed - Hajiji

Study of more parliamentary seats in Sabah needed - Hajiji

25 were contested in GE15, he says.
After 9 years, cops finally return laptop to Mkini

After 9 years, cops finally return laptop to Mkini

Device was seized in 2015 amid 1MDB scandal.
LETTER | Solidarity with TMI, The Vibes' journalists over delayed pay

LETTER | Solidarity with TMI, The Vibes' journalists over delayed pay

Failure to pay wages, other contributions violates Employment Act.
'Najib's donation belief not baseless, Riyadh ministry transferred money'

'Najib's donation belief not baseless, Riyadh ministry transferred money'

Credible documentary evidence showed this, says lawyer.
Daim's lawyer wants task force formed to probe Bloomberg report

Daim's lawyer wants task force formed to probe Bloomberg report

UPDATED 6.15PM | Task force needed as PM may be questioned, Rajesh says.
Health Ministry launches 2 action plans to empower elderly care

Health Ministry launches 2 action plans to empower elderly care

They are Elderly Healthcare Services Action Plan 2023-2030 and Dementia Action Plan 2023-2030.
SK Chepor canteen operator to be charged over food poisoning: Exco

SK Chepor canteen operator to be charged over food poisoning: Exco

Sivanesan says offence is serious, involves people's lives.
Are You Sure You're Issuing e-invoices the Right Way?

Are You Sure You're Issuing e-invoices the Right Way?

Master e-Invoicing: Join a FREE Expert-Led Webinar by Boss Boleh on Implementation, Compliance, and Best Practices!
Sex toys worth RM1.3m destroyed - ministry official

Sex toys worth RM1.3m destroyed - ministry official

Items seized from warehouses, business premises in Penang, Selangor, KL.
LETTER | More clean-ups, less plastic bags everywhere

LETTER | More clean-ups, less plastic bags everywhere

Adopt an area near you to regularly clean and enjoy the benefits.
Justice for deaf driver: G25 pressures govt over continued silence, delays

Justice for deaf driver: G25 pressures govt over continued silence, delays

Group wants expedited criminal proceedings against Ong's assailant.
Cabinet approval needed to end education subsidies for rich kids - Zambry

Cabinet approval needed to end education subsidies for rich kids - Zambry

'We will proceed with discontinuation once a cabinet decision is made.'
Dec 11 verdict on Zuraida's appeal over breach of PKR bond

Dec 11 verdict on Zuraida's appeal over breach of PKR bond

Panel has heard submissions from both parties.
Bersatu leader questions Gerakan's relevance after Lau raised GE16 alarm

Bersatu leader questions Gerakan's relevance after Lau raised GE16 alarm

UPDATED 4.41PM | What has party done to rebuild itself after falling from grace, asks Mahathir.
PSM calls for senior citizen pension scheme in Budget 2025

PSM calls for senior citizen pension scheme in Budget 2025

Group faces various challenges, party chair says.
Chinese turnout in Mahkota not as low as some claim - Johor DAP chief

Chinese turnout in Mahkota not as low as some claim - Johor DAP chief

Liew says community turnout likely close to 50pct, not 35 pct.
Mahkota results provide friendly-fire ammo for BN

Mahkota results provide friendly-fire ammo for BN

Victory doesn't appear to help partners in govt strengthen their unity.
Sirajuddin is new Jakim DG

Sirajuddin is new Jakim DG

He replaces the previous head, Hakimah, who assumes a new post.
ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules celebrates 30 years of global chassis modules assembly and logistics excellence

ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules celebrates 30 years of global chassis modules assembly and logistics excellence

Contrary to the situational decline in the global automotive market, ZFFCN is benefiting from a strong order intake of top tier OEM such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis.
Ministry assessing mental health of kids rescued from GISBH

Ministry assessing mental health of kids rescued from GISBH

Counselling already provided, Dzulkefly says.
Don't make us wait for eternity, Teoh Beng Hock's family tells PM

Don't make us wait for eternity, Teoh Beng Hock's family tells PM

Teoh family points out it's been 2 months since meeting Anwar on re-investigation, no progress yet.
PSM: PM plans to 'satiate cronies' with subsidised education reform

PSM: PM plans to 'satiate cronies' with subsidised education reform

Party leader argues education should be free for all instead.
Low wages influencing inadequate EPF savings, says its chairperson

Low wages influencing inadequate EPF savings, says its chairperson

Irregular contributions from informal or gig workers exacerbate situation, Zuki adds.
M'sia set to lead Asean in AI development via strategic partnerships - Anwar

M'sia set to lead Asean in AI development via strategic partnerships - Anwar

Digitalisation in Asean is a priority as Malaysia prepares to assume bloc chair, says PM.

PAS need not reveal Mahkota post-mortem, Fadhli tells 'jet-lagged' Puad

PAS need not reveal Mahkota post-mortem, Fadhli tells 'jet-lagged' Puad

We didn't seek Umno's comment after Kemaman trouncing, he says.
Shafee: Najib spent 'donation' money for public benefit, not personal use

Shafee: Najib spent 'donation' money for public benefit, not personal use

UPDATED 3.10PM | Lawyer says in the issue of criminal conviction, this makes a difference.
'Not a hero' Akmal shares article which crowns him 'hero of BN'

'Not a hero' Akmal shares article which crowns him 'hero of BN'

This comes after academic says Umno Youth chief seems confused between 'heroism and villainism'.
Protest at Selayang Municipal Council against incinerator plan

Protest at Selayang Municipal Council against incinerator plan

UPDATED 1.48PM | Put residents' welfare above corporations, protesters say.
MyPCVE proactive step to counter violent extremism, says MMEA DG

MyPCVE proactive step to counter violent extremism, says MMEA DG

MMEA fully supports govt's efforts, says Rosli.
Rafizi accuses pro-Najib influencer of 'misleading' Malay voters

Rafizi accuses pro-Najib influencer of 'misleading' Malay voters

UPDATED 12.30PM | Minister also accuses ex-BN official of defending the indefensible.
Cop detained to facilitate probe into extortion case

Cop detained to facilitate probe into extortion case

Suspect from Bagan Datuk police station allegedly demanded RM2,000 from victim over urine test.
Google's US$2b data centre to create 26,500 jobs

Google's US$2b data centre to create 26,500 jobs

Investment is expected to generate over US$3.2b in economic impact.
Mahkota polls: Muhyiddin, Lau wary but PAS in denial - Puad

Mahkota polls: Muhyiddin, Lau wary but PAS in denial - Puad

‘Strong unity govt can reduce 3R issues, be a threat to PN.’
LETTER | Climate action: Can we afford it?

LETTER | Climate action: Can we afford it?

Sustainable options often come with higher price tags or are harder to find.
Unicef 'deeply concerned' over spiraling humanitarian conditions in Lebanon

Unicef 'deeply concerned' over spiraling humanitarian conditions in Lebanon

Israeli strikes have displaced over a million, including hundreds of thousands of kids.
COMMENT | Will Anwar be one of longest-serving prime ministers?

COMMENT | Will Anwar be one of longest-serving prime ministers?

The next two or three years will be crucial for the country.
COMMENT | Mahkota: Another Bersatu loss

COMMENT | Mahkota: Another Bersatu loss

Result also points to worrying trend for Madani govt.
New smoking law finally in force, MMA wants govt to share vape guidelines

New smoking law finally in force, MMA wants govt to share vape guidelines

'There must be clear guidelines on what is permissible for sale and consumption.'
Thank Harapan for helping cleanse 'rotten' Umno, PKR leader hits back

Thank Harapan for helping cleanse 'rotten' Umno, PKR leader hits back

UPDATED 12.44PM | Razeef says the party should not let recent wins get to its head.
COMMENT | What the Mahkota election really tells us

COMMENT | What the Mahkota election really tells us

The pressure on Anwar won't abate.
Tajuddin: Umno undeserving of apology, be grateful for lifeline

Tajuddin: Umno undeserving of apology, be grateful for lifeline

Academic says party is delusional for thinking it is still 'big brother'.
Over 60 audits conducted on GISBH, related parties - IRB

Over 60 audits conducted on GISBH, related parties - IRB

IRB working with police in probing GISBH's taxation issue for latest assessment year.
YOURSAY | Education should be free for everyone

YOURSAY | Education should be free for everyone

‘Children should not be segregated into rich and poor categories.’