Archive - 23 October 2024

Nurses' union confirms subpar fabric grouses, seeks feedback

Nurses' union confirms subpar fabric grouses, seeks feedback

One complaint that fabric is a little coarse, says Saaidah.
Court rules 'Duta Enclave' should be returned to Semantan Estate

Court rules 'Duta Enclave' should be returned to Semantan Estate

Govt's 1956 land acquisition declared invalid.
PKR to mobilise party's experts to assist ministers, says sec-gen

PKR to mobilise party's experts to assist ministers, says sec-gen

INTERVIEW | Fuziah says this is among initiatives in boosting services to the people.
MP warns govt on house arrest law, cites speculation on Najib

MP warns govt on house arrest law, cites speculation on Najib

PARLIAMENT | Rayer highlights growing speculation bill designed for specific prisoner.
MP posits Kelantan folk respectful as there's no DAP, House erupts

MP posits Kelantan folk respectful as there's no DAP, House erupts

PARLIAMENT | DAP MP calls for Awang to be referred to rights committee.
10 days to hear factory operator's trial for supporting terrorist group

10 days to hear factory operator's trial for supporting terrorist group

The accused has been charged with three counts of supporting Daesh.
Probe similar elements in Koh and Amri's cases: Ex-task force chair

Probe similar elements in Koh and Amri's cases: Ex-task force chair

Rahim says gold Toyota Vios was seen in both incidents.
Are those living lavishly without pay also 'ultra rich', Wan Saiful asks PM

Are those living lavishly without pay also 'ultra rich', Wan Saiful asks PM

PARLIAMENT | PN lawmaker wants Anwar to give a more precise explanation.
GISBH: Suhakam calls for RCI to probe alleged child exploitation

GISBH: Suhakam calls for RCI to probe alleged child exploitation

How has this been going on for years, says Suhakam commissioner.
Wan Saiful: Where's the budget for Media Council?

Wan Saiful: Where's the budget for Media Council?

Where are the efforts to improve freedom of speech, MP asks.
Apex court to hear review of Muslim status ruling on Jan 6

Apex court to hear review of Muslim status ruling on Jan 6

Woman born to Hindu father and Buddhist mother.
AG, PP separation: Scotland is heavenly, Zaid moots another study tour for Azalina

AG, PP separation: Scotland is heavenly, Zaid moots another study tour for Azalina

'Better after 2027 general election so the major assignments could be done.'
Online Safety Bill to curb criminal activities on social media - Fahmi

Online Safety Bill to curb criminal activities on social media - Fahmi

UPDATED 5.20PM | It's not to restrict freedom of expression, says minister.
GISBH: 55 children returned to qualified guardians - minister

GISBH: 55 children returned to qualified guardians - minister

Govt's role isn't to separate kids from their parents, Nancy says.
Chong wants action against PN MPs for 'offensive language' in Dewan

Chong wants action against PN MPs for 'offensive language' in Dewan

Rosol and Afnan had uttered two different words deemed derogatory.
Israel claims it killed Hezbollah's next top leader

Israel claims it killed Hezbollah's next top leader

Safieddine was killed in an airstrike three weeks ago.
Using AI to make decisions can curb corruption, says law minister

Using AI to make decisions can curb corruption, says law minister

PARLIAMENT | The issue is individuals susceptible to bribery, Azalina says.
Nothing fair about Indians getting pittance, MIPP leader tells Ramanan

Nothing fair about Indians getting pittance, MIPP leader tells Ramanan

BUDGET 2025 | Stop defending crumbs given to Indians, Suthan says.
King bestows 'royal professor' title on eminent scholar, philosopher

King bestows 'royal professor' title on eminent scholar, philosopher

UPDATED 3.24PM | Syed Naquib receives award for service and contribution to M'sia, especially in Islamic education.
Muhyiddin: Why tax cheap goods for poor but not luxury items for rich

Muhyiddin: Why tax cheap goods for poor but not luxury items for rich

PARLIAMENT | Pagoh MP chides govt for lack of update on high-value goods tax implementation.
Transfer officers to stop them from gaining corrupt power - MP

Transfer officers to stop them from gaining corrupt power - MP

PARLIAMENT | Teresa suggests inter-agency moves modelled after existing mechanisms for other civil servants.

Unionist: 'Cry babies' that can't afford minimum wage should close shop

Unionist: 'Cry babies' that can't afford minimum wage should close shop

SMEs among the most protected businesses benefiting from govt initiatives, says Lo.
MBI and BizApp Collaborate to Digitalise 50,000 Selangor MSMEs

MBI and BizApp Collaborate to Digitalise 50,000 Selangor MSMEs

This system offers features such as inventory management, product tracking, and cashless payment options including credit and debit cards, QR codes and e-wallets.
We told you so, Akmal says after govt admits hard to waive PTPTN loan

We told you so, Akmal says after govt admits hard to waive PTPTN loan

Umno Youth chief reminds how Najib got criticised for not waiving loan payments.
Teresa moots lower EPF contributions for employers of migrant workers

Teresa moots lower EPF contributions for employers of migrant workers

PARLIAMENT | Seputeh MP cites increased hiring costs with new minimum wage next year.
How long will you ride on prophet's name, ex-PAS leader fumes

How long will you ride on prophet's name, ex-PAS leader fumes

Nakhaie is believed to be targeting an opposition MP over PM's salary issue.
LETTER | Cleaners, guards in govt hospitals, schools deserve minimum wage too

LETTER | Cleaners, guards in govt hospitals, schools deserve minimum wage too

PSM urges govt to absorb contract workers, pay them civil servant wages.
'Control of hotel check-in, check-out times beyond ministry purview'

'Control of hotel check-in, check-out times beyond ministry purview'

PARLIAMENT | Issue falls under jurisdiction of local councils, Tiong says.
Northern Gaza hospital runs out of supplies amid Israeli blockade: Official

Northern Gaza hospital runs out of supplies amid Israeli blockade: Official

Hospital director pleads for urgent delivery of supplies, says serious catastrophe impending.
GISBH top leaders hauled to court over organised crime

GISBH top leaders hauled to court over organised crime

UPDATED 1.35PM | CEO and his wife among those charged.
'Hidden hands' trying to undermine me, says Malacca Bersatu chief

'Hidden hands' trying to undermine me, says Malacca Bersatu chief

Yadzil says there are attempts to prevent him from contesting supreme council post.
TI-M urges govt to protect whistleblowers after Mkini exposé

TI-M urges govt to protect whistleblowers after Mkini exposé

Muhammad stresses importance of upholding transparency, accountability, and justice.
COMMENT | Beware of over-censorship of social media giants

COMMENT | Beware of over-censorship of social media giants

These platforms may end up serving the ruling party’s political interests.
COMMENT | The buzz around house arrest

COMMENT | The buzz around house arrest

Any policy needs to be well-studied based on practical experience.
Nanny nearly falls prey to human trafficking syndicate

Nanny nearly falls prey to human trafficking syndicate

The 41-year-old woman recalls chilling experience of being driven from Bangkok to Myanmar border.
RON95 subsidy: Rafizi says 'youngest minister' should know better

RON95 subsidy: Rafizi says 'youngest minister' should know better

BUDGET 2025 | Syed Saddiq knows full well how budgets are prepared, says economy minister.
YOURSAY | Tiong's 23hr hotel stay idea not impossible

YOURSAY | Tiong's 23hr hotel stay idea not impossible

'Hoteliers ought to try new revenue-generating ideas.'
GISBH top leader among 22 to be charged

GISBH top leader among 22 to be charged

They will be brought to the Selayang Sessions Court in the morning.
Najib a step closer to house arrest?

Najib a step closer to house arrest?

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.