Archive - 18 October 2024

Govt allocates RM2b for Islamic affairs

Govt allocates RM2b for Islamic affairs

BUDGET 2025 | This includes RM150m for Jakim education infrastructure.

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HeiTech Padu secures Immigration Dept project worth RM892m

HeiTech Padu secures Immigration Dept project worth RM892m

60-month contract for NIISe to commence today.

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Govt considers MyKad to verify RON95 subsidy at the pump

Govt considers MyKad to verify RON95 subsidy at the pump

BUDGET 2025 | Just like you slot in your credit card, says transport minister.

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Tax reliefs for the elderly, disabled, composters, and more

Tax reliefs for the elderly, disabled, composters, and more

BUDGET 2025 | Slew of incentives in Budget 2025.

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Budget 2025: What's in it for you?

Budget 2025: What's in it for you?

Answer a few simple questions and we'll let you know what benefits you are getting.

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PM to keep forgoing salary, cabinet maintains 20pct pay cut

PM to keep forgoing salary, cabinet maintains 20pct pay cut

Top civil servants also turn down pay adjustments.

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MACC allocation raised to RM360m - PM

MACC allocation raised to RM360m - PM

BUDGET 2025 | RM20m also announced to tighten country's entry points.

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PM travels through time, continents to cite ancient wisdom

PM travels through time, continents to cite ancient wisdom

BUDGET 2025 | PM cites Islamic, Greek, Roman, Chinese, Indian, M'sian, Indonesian texts.

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Govt announces public service reforms to boost productivity

Govt announces public service reforms to boost productivity

BUDGET 2025 | RM25m allocated to task force on agency reform.

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Is Halal Certification Process Under 30 Days A Myth Or Achievable?

Is Halal Certification Process Under 30 Days A Myth Or Achievable?

The halal certification process has long been perceived as a slow and daunting task. But what if it didn’t have to be?

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Over RM230 million for sports development in 2025

Over RM230 million for sports development in 2025

BUDGET 2025 | Allocation will cover podium programmes, training, and Road to Gold initiative, among others.

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AI-related education to be expanded with RM50m allocation - Anwar

AI-related education to be expanded with RM50m allocation - Anwar

BUDGET 2025 | AI to combat cancer, face cyber threats, PM says.

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Forest City gets duty-free island status

Forest City gets duty-free island status

BUDGET 2025 | PM says the status will promote tourism and stimulate local economy.

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RM550m to boost tourism promotion, activities

RM550m to boost tourism promotion, activities

BUDGET 2025 | Govt to upgrade Endau Rompin National Park, Redang Island.

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Number of cash aid recipients increases by nearly 600pct

Number of cash aid recipients increases by nearly 600pct

BUDGET 2025 | Allocation up from RM13 billion from RM10 billion, benefiting nine million people.

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Govt to draft new law for 'house arrest': Anwar

Govt to draft new law for 'house arrest': Anwar

BUDGET 2025 | 'Offender must be at suitable place like residential home'.

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KiniEvents and MTCC Unite to Showcase Youth Perspectives on Sustainable Timber Procurement Policy for Public Projects

KiniEvents and MTCC Unite to Showcase Youth Perspectives on Sustainable Timber Procurement Policy for Public Projects

Watch our future leaders debate on mandatory sustainable timber procurement policy for all of Malaysia’s public projects at USM, Penang.

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Israel slams UN head over Sinwar’s killing, Hamas vows to fight on

Israel slams UN head over Sinwar’s killing, Hamas vows to fight on

'We will continue to bar Guterres' entry to Israel.'

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DOSH Malaysia Launches New Guidelines for Managing Psychosocial Risks in the Workplace

DOSH Malaysia Launches New Guidelines for Managing Psychosocial Risks in the Workplace

Psychosocial issues within the Malaysian workforce have reached a critical point.

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Govt pensioners seeking treatment at IJN can continue - Anwar

Govt pensioners seeking treatment at IJN can continue - Anwar

BUDGET 2025 | This follows recent 'controversy' of patients transferred out.

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Salmon, avocado to cost more under expanded SST scheme

Salmon, avocado to cost more under expanded SST scheme

BUDGET 2025 | New scheme won't burden ordinary people, Anwar says.

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New RM1,700 minimum wage from February 2025

New RM1,700 minimum wage from February 2025

BUDGET 2025 | Employers with fewer than five workers can postpone start of payment for six months.

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Govt will gazette 20ha as Malay reserve land in Bandar Malaysia

Govt will gazette 20ha as Malay reserve land in Bandar Malaysia

BUDGET 2025 | It's the first of more strategic areas to be identified, says PM.

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Penang declares GISBH teachings deviant

Penang declares GISBH teachings deviant

This is as the group is still propagating beliefs and practices of Al-Arqam.

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Govt plans to expand transit system in urban areas

Govt plans to expand transit system in urban areas

BUDGET 2025 | Infra investment will continue, particularly in remote areas.

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National Wages Consultative Council to be strengthened

National Wages Consultative Council to be strengthened

BUDGET 2025 | It will be benchmarked against similar organisations overseas.

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I won't be surprised if PAS embraces DAP again, Puad says

I won't be surprised if PAS embraces DAP again, Puad says

Umno leader says PAS can issue edicts to justify its actions.

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Govt to implement global minimum tax in 2025

Govt to implement global minimum tax in 2025

BUDGET 2025 | It will protect tax base, promote a stable business environment - ministry.

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Govt to introduce 2pct dividend tax on individual shareholders

Govt to introduce 2pct dividend tax on individual shareholders

BUDGET 2025 | It will be imposed on those earning above RM100k.

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RON95 subsidy rationalisation coming mid-2025

RON95 subsidy rationalisation coming mid-2025

UPDATED 5.09PM | BUDGET 2025 | Anwar pledges 85pct of Malaysians won't be affected.

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M'sian trade with China, US to strengthen despite uncertainties

M'sian trade with China, US to strengthen despite uncertainties

Country benefited from relocation of industries from China and US.

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MACC freezes millions in assets linked to sand mining corruption probe

MACC freezes millions in assets linked to sand mining corruption probe

Agency investigating 20 other projects related to the case - Azam.

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Abuya's daughter claims GISBH leader raped, abused her

Abuya's daughter claims GISBH leader raped, abused her

UPDATED 7.12PM | Ummu says her own siblings abetted the man in abusing and forcing her to marry him.

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Rentokil Pest Control Malaysia and Tune Protect Malaysia Launch TermiteShield, a Revolutionary Insurance Plan for Termite Damages

Rentokil Pest Control Malaysia and Tune Protect Malaysia Launch TermiteShield, a Revolutionary Insurance Plan for Termite Damages

TermiteShield offers comprehensive insurance coverage for termite damage to your home contents. Protect your property with expert termite treatment and financial protection

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Budget 2025 visualised

Budget 2025 visualised

Helping you understand Budget 2025 through charts, graphs.

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Anwar tables RM421b Budget 2025 for the '85pct'

Anwar tables RM421b Budget 2025 for the '85pct'

BUDGET 2025 | The budget is the highest ever announced.

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LETTER | MetMalaysia responds to call for better preparedness

LETTER | MetMalaysia responds to call for better preparedness

Weather info and alerts are constantly updated via various mediums.

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Perak, K'tan wildlife department set traps for tiger linked to 2 deaths

Perak, K'tan wildlife department set traps for tiger linked to 2 deaths

Authorities believe the same tiger is responsible for two fatal mauling.

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Look into team's mental well-being, IGP urges officers

Look into team's mental well-being, IGP urges officers

Law enforcement work is challenging, requires many sacrifices - Razarudin.

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Daycare assistant files representation to drop GISBH-linked abuse charges

Daycare assistant files representation to drop GISBH-linked abuse charges

Her lawyers request a month to prepare the required documents.

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No stay on IRB's RM313m tax assessment against Daim's wife

No stay on IRB's RM313m tax assessment against Daim's wife

UPDATED 2.57PM | Shah Alam High Court judge dismisses Na'imah's application.

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Govt to consult non-Muslim groups on syariah reform: deputy minister

Govt to consult non-Muslim groups on syariah reform: deputy minister

Zulkifli rectifies what he told Dewan Rakyat yesterday, official invitations have been sent.

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Chegubard to submit representation to drop sedition charge

Chegubard to submit representation to drop sedition charge

Bersatu activist is accused of tarnishing the good name of the king.

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LETTER | Time to abolish caning, introduce more humane methods

LETTER | Time to abolish caning, introduce more humane methods

The punishment is both barbaric and humiliating, harming prisoners physically and mentally.

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COMMENT | Why are Muslims outsourcing thinking, decision-making to mufti?

COMMENT | Why are Muslims outsourcing thinking, decision-making to mufti?

If FT Mufti Bill is passed, we will no longer be a moderate Muslim nation.

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Total fertility rates rise across ethnicities, but Chinese still low

Total fertility rates rise across ethnicities, but Chinese still low

The number of ethnic Chinese babies born was lower than deaths in the ethnic group.

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IGP: Urine tests for cops to curb drug abuse

IGP: Urine tests for cops to curb drug abuse

Razarudin made the announcement following reports of drug-related issues.

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High tide in Klang under control, no evacuations necessary: Fire and rescue

High tide in Klang under control, no evacuations necessary: Fire and rescue

Authorities say waters have receded this morning.

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BHAM Champions Active Aging for Better Bone Health in Double Commemoration of National Sports Day and World Osteoporosis Day

BHAM Champions Active Aging for Better Bone Health in Double Commemoration of National Sports Day and World Osteoporosis Day

As Malaysia becomes an aged nation, BHAM steps up effort in support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports to combat osteoporosis and promote healthier lifestyles for seniors

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Selangor gazettes fatwa declaring GISBH as deviant

Selangor gazettes fatwa declaring GISBH as deviant

UPDATED 12.24PM | State religious council says group's teachings, activities not in line with Islam.

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PAS would work with anyone for power - Ku Li

PAS would work with anyone for power - Ku Li

That's why they want to revive Muafakat Nasional, he claims.

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UKM: We celebrate differences in views, staff allowed to voice opinions

UKM: We celebrate differences in views, staff allowed to voice opinions

University denies barring staff from making public statements online or otherwise.

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In hindsight, I have certain regrets: Najib tells SRC lawyer

In hindsight, I have certain regrets: Najib tells SRC lawyer

UPDATED 1.27PM | Ex-PM, however, maintains that he had no knowledge of wrongdoing.

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COMMENT | Concerns over regressive amendments

COMMENT | Concerns over regressive amendments

Rights of stateless children should not be compromised.

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UNRWA denies reports of staff member killed with Hamas leader

UNRWA denies reports of staff member killed with Hamas leader

It says there's a need to halt the spread of false information by Israel.

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Digital scams are on the rise. Is Asia ready for the fight?

Digital scams are on the rise. Is Asia ready for the fight?

Imagine a finance worker deceived out of US$25 million by a deepfake video impersonating their CFO. This disturbing scenario highlights the evolving nature of digital scams in Asia, where rapid digital expansion has provided fertile ground for malicious activities.

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Citizenship amendments: 'Most vulnerable groups will lose protection'

Citizenship amendments: 'Most vulnerable groups will lose protection'

Syed Saddiq explains his rejection of the bill.

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COMMENT | Bright future for some M'sian mums, but not all

COMMENT | Bright future for some M'sian mums, but not all

Bill's vote for progress long overdue, but the work continues.

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Australian research identifies cause of mRNA vaccine side effects

Australian research identifies cause of mRNA vaccine side effects

Breakthrough can help improve vaccines' efficacy.

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COMMENT | Anwar needs alchemy to achieve stated budget aims

Two key objectives appear diametrically opposed.

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MIC urges govt to declare additional holiday for Deepavali

MIC urges govt to declare additional holiday for Deepavali

Extra holiday will provide convenience for those celebrating, says Murugiah.

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After being fined, KL restaurant mulls using entirely Malay language signage

After being fined, KL restaurant mulls using entirely Malay language signage

Management acknowledges the situation and is willing to comply with DBKL.

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Report: Israel confirms killing Oct 7 'mastermind' Yahya Sinwar

Report: Israel confirms killing Oct 7 'mastermind' Yahya Sinwar

Israeli minister hails 'significant military and moral achievement'.

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Malaysiakini helps govt net 'big fish'

Malaysiakini helps govt net 'big fish'

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

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