Archive - 22 October 2024

Ex-Bangladesh minister linked to migrant workers scandal arrested

Ex-Bangladesh minister linked to migrant workers scandal arrested

UPDATED 9.30AM | Local media report Imran remanded for three days.
Member disputes Bersatu Associate Wing polls, official says no wrongdoing

Member disputes Bersatu Associate Wing polls, official says no wrongdoing

Critic says only 11 out of 25 division's votes counted.
Group launches online petition demanding justice for deaf driver

Group launches online petition demanding justice for deaf driver

Dawn wants the perpetrator prosecuted immediately and a probe into alleged case mishandling.
Singapore blocks 10 inauthentic websites set up by foreign actors

Singapore blocks 10 inauthentic websites set up by foreign actors

Authorities say the websites can be used to mount hostile information campaigns.
Unfair to categorise teachers and civil servants as T15, says Wee

Unfair to categorise teachers and civil servants as T15, says Wee

MCA president also urges govt to drop two-tier petrol pricing idea.
Not many pirates in Perak, Sabah needs warships more - Shafie

Not many pirates in Perak, Sabah needs warships more - Shafie

PARLIAMENT | Ex-CM laments how Sabah has no military assets despite facing security threats.
Dec 5 set for Najib's house arrest addendum appeal hearing

Dec 5 set for Najib's house arrest addendum appeal hearing

This is over the dismissal of his leave application to commence judicial review.
Subang Jaya councillor cries slander over bribe for garbage allegation

Subang Jaya councillor cries slander over bribe for garbage allegation

Pravin denies he was given inducement to turn a blind eye.
PN MP suggests transferring MCMC to Digital Ministry

PN MP suggests transferring MCMC to Digital Ministry

PARLIAMENT | Saifuddin says regulator's current position under Communications Ministry unsuitable.
Kedah MB's aide makes peace, hugs night market trader

Kedah MB's aide makes peace, hugs night market trader

Salmy says the issue had been blown out of proportion.
Amri, Koh not enforced disappearance victims: Report

Amri, Koh not enforced disappearance victims: Report

UPDATED 6.14PM | Special task force's ex-chairperson says report pointed to rogue cops.
Israel claims hundreds of millions in bunker under Lebanon hospital

Israel claims hundreds of millions in bunker under Lebanon hospital

Hospital director denies the existence of alleged cash and gold.
Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son becomes political refugee

Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son becomes political refugee

UK has determined I cannot safely return to S'pore, Lee Hsien Yang says.
LETTER | Time to expand bus lanes to PJ

LETTER | Time to expand bus lanes to PJ

The city can benefit from KL's success in improving public transport.
Investing in kids an economic necessity, not just moral: Abang Johari

Investing in kids an economic necessity, not just moral: Abang Johari

Sarawak premier says early health and education investments yield significant societal returns.
LETTER | Minnal FM Tamil radio station should be responsible

LETTER | Minnal FM Tamil radio station should be responsible

Radio DJs must not use the wrong choice of words on air.
'Madani 8481' number plate becomes object of ridicule

'Madani 8481' number plate becomes object of ridicule

It gained widespread attention due to the perceived resemblance to 'BABI'.
EPF for migrant workers will encourage firms to hire locals - activist

EPF for migrant workers will encourage firms to hire locals - activist

Employers have impetus to recruit locals if EPF payments are required for all workers.
PAS, Umno clerics dispatch 'angels' to clash over Anwar's pay cheque

PAS, Umno clerics dispatch 'angels' to clash over Anwar's pay cheque

Khairuddin takes a jab at Tuan Ibrahim over this issue.
MCMC's public consultation on social media code of conduct begins

MCMC's public consultation on social media code of conduct begins

The commission strongly encourages participation in order to gather valuable feedback.
About 4.4 million S'porean vehicles entered M'sia as of September 2024

About 4.4 million S'porean vehicles entered M'sia as of September 2024

PARLIAMENT | This nets the government RM87.94 million in Road Charge revenue.
Guan Eng raises plight of nurses getting 'burial shrouds' for uniforms

Guan Eng raises plight of nurses getting 'burial shrouds' for uniforms

PARLIAMENT | Bagan MP urges Health Ministry to reveal the supplying companies.
UM students' groups revive call to abolish UUCA

UM students' groups revive call to abolish UUCA

Groups submit a list of four demands to the Higher Education Ministry.
Allianz General reminds Malaysians to protect their assets following KL floods, landslide

Allianz General reminds Malaysians to protect their assets following KL floods, landslide

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Khoo: Exactly how many doctors serving under Health Ministry?

Khoo: Exactly how many doctors serving under Health Ministry?

Ministry says there are over 40k positions but MP wants to know how many are actually filled.
Ministry: 89pct of affordable homes target reached as of Sept

Ministry: 89pct of affordable homes target reached as of Sept

Remaining units expected to be completed by end of 12MP, it says.
Govt must compel foreign companies to buy M'sian goods - Guan Eng

Govt must compel foreign companies to buy M'sian goods - Guan Eng

PARLIAMENT | This is to help SMEs, says ex-minister.
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'Difficult to abolish PTPTN loans in difficult economic situation'

'Difficult to abolish PTPTN loans in difficult economic situation'

PARLIAMENT | Govt has huge financial commitments, says deputy minister.
Don: Cheap, tempting, but is it prudent to acquire ageing Kuwaiti jets?

Don: Cheap, tempting, but is it prudent to acquire ageing Kuwaiti jets?

Maintaining and servicing larger fleet of ageing aircraft costly, Suorsa points out.
Citing 'durian' protest, MP asks why cops unaware of PAA amendments

Citing 'durian' protest, MP asks why cops unaware of PAA amendments

PARLIAMENT | Chow asks Home Ministry why durian farmers in Raub denied right to assemble.
LETTER | On right track towards digital economy

LETTER | On right track towards digital economy

The rise of fintech in Malaysia is not just a temporary trend.
Where in the world is there 23hr stay, hotel association asks Tiong

Where in the world is there 23hr stay, hotel association asks Tiong

This comes after tourism minister called for hotels to adjust check-in and check-out times.
Cops probing altercation allegedly involving Kedah MB's aide

Cops probing altercation allegedly involving Kedah MB's aide

Police open two investigation papers over the incident.
PayMate Unveils Business Payments App at SDEC 2024 to Empower Malaysian SMEs to Maximize Working Capital

PayMate Unveils Business Payments App at SDEC 2024 to Empower Malaysian SMEs to Maximize Working Capital

The PayMate Business Payments App allows SMEs to optimize cash flow and better utilize their working capital using commercial and retail credit cards, providing up to 55 days* of interest-free credit.

171 military assets over 30 years old, says defence minister

171 military assets over 30 years old, says defence minister

PARLIAMENT | Most of them belong to the army, Khaled adds.
Muar MP moots law tying social aid to inflation, PM gives thumbs up

Muar MP moots law tying social aid to inflation, PM gives thumbs up

PARLIAMENT | 'Include a provision that ensures aid amount is increased regularly.'
UN agency: Israel blocking humanitarian aid to northern Gaza

UN agency: Israel blocking humanitarian aid to northern Gaza

Displaced living in toilets, dead bodies left on the street, says UNRWA.
Don't downplay threats Chinese vessels pose in M'sian waters - MP

Don't downplay threats Chinese vessels pose in M'sian waters - MP

Wan Fayhsal says deputy minister's 'safe and under control' remark misleading.
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Politicians only barred from posts in financial institutions, PM clarifies

Politicians only barred from posts in financial institutions, PM clarifies

PARLIAMENT | Anwar reaffirms ongoing efforts to improve GLC, GLIC board appointment process.
State polls: BN-Harapan seek to lift Sabah out of underdevelopment

State polls: BN-Harapan seek to lift Sabah out of underdevelopment

Sabah continues to be plagued by long-standing poverty, says Bung.
Gerak says academics must be exempted from muzzling law

Gerak says academics must be exempted from muzzling law

Group calls for concrete steps to amend or repeal Act 605 to safeguard academic autonomy.
McDonald’s Continues to Create Unforgettable Memories for  Orphans by Hosting Birthday Celebrations

McDonald’s Continues to Create Unforgettable Memories for Orphans by Hosting Birthday Celebrations

The birthday celebrations at restaurants are part of McDonald’s Community Month

every October, bringing smiles to children across the nation.

Selangor Accelerator Programme (SAP 2024) Final Demo Day Crowns 10 Winners at SDEC 2024

Selangor Accelerator Programme (SAP 2024) Final Demo Day Crowns 10 Winners at SDEC 2024

With 41% of past participants securing funding and many gaining international exposure through partnerships and study tours, SAP 2024 is poised to continue its legacy of launching high-potential startups into the global market.
Budget 2025 doesn't discriminate against any community - Ramanan

Budget 2025 doesn't discriminate against any community - Ramanan

BUDGET 2025 | Deputy minister tells critics to study budget carefully before issuing statements.
Fadillah: Incentives for developers committed to affordable housing

Fadillah: Incentives for developers committed to affordable housing

They include tax relief and access to more strategic properties, DPM says.
COMMENT | Why was Najib's daughter appointed to Matrade board?

COMMENT | Why was Najib's daughter appointed to Matrade board?

It seems Umno is still the 'big brother' despite poor election performance.
YOURSAY | Reduce petrol subsidies, but gradually and methodically

YOURSAY | Reduce petrol subsidies, but gradually and methodically

'If the government is not prepared, best not to announce anything.'