Archive - 2 October 2024

108 suspected involved with GISBH arrested to date - Jais

108 suspected involved with GISBH arrested to date - Jais

Individuals nabbed for various syariah-related crimes.
NUJM ready to mediate in unpaid media wages issue

NUJM ready to mediate in unpaid media wages issue

Salary arrears a serious violation of workers' rights, says union chief.
Eligibility criteria for B1, B2 licence upgrades relaxed: Minister

Eligibility criteria for B1, B2 licence upgrades relaxed: Minister

Applicant only needs to hold active B1 or B2 licence for 10 years, but not be consecutive.
Funding education is govt's responsibility, Tuan Ibrahim tells Anwar

Funding education is govt's responsibility, Tuan Ibrahim tells Anwar

PAS leader says education funding an investment into country's future, not a burden.
MyDigital ID integration with MyJPJ app on Oct 10 scrapped - Loke

MyDigital ID integration with MyJPJ app on Oct 10 scrapped - Loke

UPDATED 8.27PM | Public will be able to log in, use MyJPJ app as usual.
Undersea tunnel: Project awarded if MOU with Chinese firm arranged - witness

Undersea tunnel: Project awarded if MOU with Chinese firm arranged - witness

Zarul claims Guan Eng offered him project through direct negotiation if signing ceremony done.
BDS Malaysia: Eight grilled by cops on Caterpillar protest

BDS Malaysia: Eight grilled by cops on Caterpillar protest

Machinery manufacturer accused of complicity in demolishing Palestinian homes.
Learn from Mahkota voters, DAP leader tells 'dungu' politicians

Learn from Mahkota voters, DAP leader tells 'dungu' politicians

Polls win shows voters support Harapan-BN cooperation, says Sheikh Umar.
Don't import Akmal-Teresa spat, Sabah Umno chides DAP leader

Don't import Akmal-Teresa spat, Sabah Umno chides DAP leader

Aziz describes Chan's remarks as arrogant, not reflective of Harapan's stand.
Health Ministry sets up task force to probe death of Lahad Datu doctor

Health Ministry sets up task force to probe death of Lahad Datu doctor

UPDATED 5.20PM | Dzulkefly stresses his ministry will never tolerate bullying.
Johor Umno Youth chief 'ungrateful' for discrediting Chinese votes - Tiong

Johor Umno Youth chief 'ungrateful' for discrediting Chinese votes - Tiong

He says it's like 'destroying the bridge after crossing the river'.
Oracle's US$6.5b investment reflects tech companies' confidence - PM

Oracle's US$6.5b investment reflects tech companies' confidence - PM

This shows govt is successful in attracting foreign tech investment, says Anwar.
Acerpure Elevates Beauty Routines and the Home Environment

Acerpure Elevates Beauty Routines and the Home Environment

The latest addition to the Acerpure series - the Acerpure Beauty ionic hair dryer and styler enables professional-level styling from the comfort of home and when travelling.
Rafizi vs Najib strongman debate sees AI punches thrown

Rafizi vs Najib strongman debate sees AI punches thrown

Eric See-To and minister’s aide turn to ChatGPT for answers.
'Most powerful, heavyweight' Najib backed ex-1MDB CEO, says DPP

'Most powerful, heavyweight' Najib backed ex-1MDB CEO, says DPP

1MDB TRIAL | Prosecution contends ex-PM supported all of Shahrol's actions.
Asean MPs: Free Cambodian journo who exposed scam compounds

Asean MPs: Free Cambodian journo who exposed scam compounds

Journalist Mech Dara was arrested on Monday.
Mada Corp CEO apologises for snubbing Mat Sabu's handshake

Mada Corp CEO apologises for snubbing Mat Sabu's handshake

Amid backlash, Abdullah claims he already shook minister's hand upon arrival.
Remember when we were married, PAS tells 'abused' Umno

Remember when we were married, PAS tells 'abused' Umno

UPDATED 2.50PM | Roslan says his ears are ringing hearing PKR's spitting attack on PAS' ex Umno.
Fahmi wants media companies to immediately settle owed salaries

Fahmi wants media companies to immediately settle owed salaries

Minister is also willing to act as intermediary between media employers, workers.
Malaysia climbs global ranks in Global Innovation Index 2024

Malaysia climbs global ranks in Global Innovation Index 2024

Malaysia has reached a new milestone in the 2024 Global Innovation Index (GII), ranking 33rd out of 133 countries, which is its highest ranking since 2016. The GII, published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), reflects a significant improvement for Malaysia, which held 36th place for three consecutive years from 2021 to 2023.

Prosecutor: Jho Low everywhere, even at Najib's family holiday

Prosecutor: Jho Low everywhere, even at Najib's family holiday

UPDATED 1.49PM | Prosecution argues that 1MDB-linked fugitive acted on ex-PM's authority.
COMMENT | MOH's private patient scheme needs to be more systematic

COMMENT | MOH's private patient scheme needs to be more systematic

Facilities are still shared between private and public patients, no extra remuneration for support staff.
Search continues for missing pensioner in Kedah river

Search continues for missing pensioner in Kedah river

Sabari suspected to have been thrown into river with hands tied.
PM urges immediate de-escalation of Middle East tensions

PM urges immediate de-escalation of Middle East tensions

Anwar accuses Israel of diverting attention from its atrocities in Gaza.
Unemployed man charged with murder of interior designer

Unemployed man charged with murder of interior designer

Suspect stabbed victim 20 times during alleged house break-in.
Even with Umno leaders willing to risk their lives, Dr M unimpressed

Even with Umno leaders willing to risk their lives, Dr M unimpressed

Money trumps race, religion, and country, says ex-president.
M'sia evacuating 15 from Lebanon, says Foreign Ministry

M'sia evacuating 15 from Lebanon, says Foreign Ministry

Nine already left voluntarily following deteriorating security situation.
Netanyahu claims Iran will pay for 'big mistake' after missile attack

Netanyahu claims Iran will pay for 'big mistake' after missile attack

'Whoever attacks us, we will attack them.'
'Ultra rich' don't care about education subsidies - Bersatu leader

'Ultra rich' don't care about education subsidies - Bersatu leader

They send their kids to expensive schools, Wan Fayhsal tells PM.
Allianz Life, MFPC recognise 143 estate planners at a graduation ceremony

Allianz Life, MFPC recognise 143 estate planners at a graduation ceremony

The event marked a significant milestone as Allianz Life recognised its latest cohort of certified estate planners.
Student group supports ending education subsidies for rich

Student group supports ending education subsidies for rich

Proposal is in line with govt's social justice principle, group says.
EU and ASEAN discuss efforts to boost investments and businesses participation in the green transition

EU and ASEAN discuss efforts to boost investments and businesses participation in the green transition

EU-ASEAN businesses and cooperation agencies discussed the opportunities and challenges of ASEAN’s green transition in the Partners’ Dialogue forum with the Delegation of the European Union to ASEAN.
Court upholds death sentences for 7 Filipinos over Lahad Datu incursion

Court upholds death sentences for 7 Filipinos over Lahad Datu incursion

UPDATED 11.47AM | Three-judge panel unanimously dismisses review application.
COMMENT | When by-elections matter and when they don't

COMMENT | When by-elections matter and when they don't

The importance of by-elections depends on various factors.
Retiree raises RM3k for daughter's education with heartfelt appeal

Retiree raises RM3k for daughter's education with heartfelt appeal

The money for the university registration fee was raised within 2 hours.
Oracle to invest over US$6.5b on AI and cloud computing in M'sia

Oracle to invest over US$6.5b on AI and cloud computing in M'sia

Company says this is to meet rising demand in the country.
Is there a way to get people to have more babies?

Is there a way to get people to have more babies?

Why have Malaysia’s total fertility rates dipped under replacement rate, and does it even matter?
COMMENT | Ties that bind religion, state: Beneficial or detrimental?

COMMENT | Ties that bind religion, state: Beneficial or detrimental?

Troubling times as national interests take a back seat.
Praise for new smoking control law but more awareness needed

Praise for new smoking control law but more awareness needed

Many still light up despite legislation coming into force.
Missile strikes against Israel based on legitimate rights: Iran

Missile strikes against Israel based on legitimate rights: Iran

President Masoud warns against Israeli retaliation, threatens to further escalate.
Iran fires dozens of missiles at Israel-occupied Palestine

Iran fires dozens of missiles at Israel-occupied Palestine

The attack was retaliation for assassinations and other crimes in Palestine and Lebanon.
YOURSAY | Mahkota result wake-up call for all

YOURSAY | Mahkota result wake-up call for all

‘The youth are no longer thrilled with either the government or PN.’
The rich to lose another subsidy

The rich to lose another subsidy

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