Archive - 24 October 2024

Elephants damage cars near JRTB monument

Elephants damage cars near JRTB monument

Perhilitan officers chase off 25-30 elephants, no injuries reported.
Nothing shocking about targeted RON95 subsidy, Nik Nazmi tells Muar MP

Nothing shocking about targeted RON95 subsidy, Nik Nazmi tells Muar MP

We have been talking about this for a long time, minister says.
Undersea tunnel case: Prosecution objects to Najib-related question

Undersea tunnel case: Prosecution objects to Najib-related question

Lawyer says important to prove closeness between Gnanaraja and Najib.
'Black Hawk helicopter contract to be voided if Oct 30 delivery not met'

'Black Hawk helicopter contract to be voided if Oct 30 delivery not met'

Armed Forces would seek alternatives then, Khaled says.
MA63: Sabah education-related demands still under discussion - Fadillah

MA63: Sabah education-related demands still under discussion - Fadillah

Demands mainly concern educational infrastructure, management, curriculum, and policies.
Global Anti-Corruption Leaders Unite at World Anti-Corruption Conference (WACC) 2024 in Bangkok, Tackling Corruption on a Global Scale

Global Anti-Corruption Leaders Unite at World Anti-Corruption Conference (WACC) 2024 in Bangkok, Tackling Corruption on a Global Scale

The World Anti-Corruption Conference (WACC) 2024 concluded on October 22 with an impressive turnout of nearly 250 participants from across the globe.
Flip-flops and roundabouts: PN MP pans govt's policy announcement

Flip-flops and roundabouts: PN MP pans govt's policy announcement

Radzi says govt is still thinking like an opposition.
Najib apologises over 1MDB debacle, but maintains innocence

Najib apologises over 1MDB debacle, but maintains innocence

UPDATED 6.13PM | Ex-PM asserts was duped by Jho Low and Petrosaudi.
House erupts after Takiyuddin brings up royal addendum issue

House erupts after Takiyuddin brings up royal addendum issue

PARLIAMENT | PAS leader says he just wants to verify the document's existence.
Deaf driver is 'our' people - PKR MP demands answer from law minister

Deaf driver is 'our' people - PKR MP demands answer from law minister

UPDATED 9.55PM | PARLIAMENT | Hassan points out months have passed, but perpetrator still not charged.
Saudi donation expected due to relationship with late king: Najib

Saudi donation expected due to relationship with late king: Najib

Ex-PM on why he believes billions in account came from Mid-East royalty.

Malaysia International Healthcare (MIH) Megatrends 2024 Kicks Off Tomorrow

Malaysia International Healthcare (MIH) Megatrends 2024 Kicks Off Tomorrow

The Malaysia International Healthcare (“MIH”) Megatrends 2024, the nation’s premier healthcare event, is set to take place from tomorrow (25 October 2024) to 27 October 2024 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
M'sian troops in Lebanon to undergo troop rotation from Nov 6

M'sian troops in Lebanon to undergo troop rotation from Nov 6

PARLIAMENT | Rotation involves 853 officers, personnel from Malaysian Armed Forces.
LETTER | Kudos to Minnal FM deejays

LETTER | Kudos to Minnal FM deejays

Primary role of a DJ is to captivate audience's attention.
Was Najib more of a reformist than Anwar, PSM wonders

Was Najib more of a reformist than Anwar, PSM wonders

Arutchelvan says PM must be reminded of past pledges.
Madani number plates fetch RM2.6m, with RM26k from '8481' auction

Madani number plates fetch RM2.6m, with RM26k from '8481' auction

Proceeds from the sale will be used for government initiatives.
Syahredzan moots RM100m education fund for Indian students

Syahredzan moots RM100m education fund for Indian students

PARLIAMENT | It can help those from lower-income families pursue tertiary studies - Bangi MP.
Brics reaffirms support for Palestine's full UN membership

Brics reaffirms support for Palestine's full UN membership

It expresses an urgent need for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza.
LETTER | Hostile treatment at hospital, baby faces vision loss

LETTER | Hostile treatment at hospital, baby faces vision loss

Staff's behaviour discriminative, xenophobic, against Islamic principle of mercy.
We warned you about 1MDB in 2011, PKR Youth hits back at Akmal

We warned you about 1MDB in 2011, PKR Youth hits back at Akmal

Money spent on 1MDB debt could have been used to reduce PTPTN loans, says Haziq.
PN MP alleges errant factories repackage local rice as imported product

PN MP alleges errant factories repackage local rice as imported product

PARLIAMENT | If untrue, then where's our local rice, Misbahul asks.
Impact of AI: MP urges govt to retain 'human touch' in official graphics

Impact of AI: MP urges govt to retain 'human touch' in official graphics

PARLIAMENT | Consider factors such as existing legislation and moral considerations, says Syahredzan.
Recent KL flash flood an 'incident', not 'disaster' - FT minister

Recent KL flash flood an 'incident', not 'disaster' - FT minister

PARLIAMENT | Zaliha refutes MP’s claim that emergency response was slow.
COMMENT | Home sweet home not for criminals

COMMENT | Home sweet home not for criminals

Many M'sians have paid their dues for their crimes.
I never interfered in 1MDB, SRC investigation, says Najib

I never interfered in 1MDB, SRC investigation, says Najib

UPDATED 2.35PM | Ex-PM cites reasons for not calling up investigation agencies for probe status.
PAS leader: We're no longer 'lebai' party, favourite among Muslims

PAS leader: We're no longer 'lebai' party, favourite among Muslims

Proof is PAS winning 43 seats last general election, Hashim says.
Israel issues chilling warning, Russia says won't abandon Iran

Israel issues chilling warning, Russia says won't abandon Iran

Gallant says when strikes are done, world would understand its military prowess.
'Prophet's wife from Kedah': Minister wants factual, not populist scholars

'Prophet's wife from Kedah': Minister wants factual, not populist scholars

PARLIAMENT | Zambry urges academics to base opinions on sound research.
Man arrested after injuring student in school compound hit-and-run

Man arrested after injuring student in school compound hit-and-run

Driver of car, who appeared mentally unstable, hit a female student practising volleyball.
Justice for 'Kopi' - Animal rights groups to send memo to Parliament

Justice for 'Kopi' - Animal rights groups to send memo to Parliament

We will also submit copies to relevant ministries, Shashi says.
Cikgu Din's plight answered, gets leave to be with terminally ill wife

Cikgu Din's plight answered, gets leave to be with terminally ill wife

Teacher has been travelling between Sarawak and Kelantan.
LETTER | CAP applauds Budget: Strengthen economy, reform wages

LETTER | CAP applauds Budget: Strengthen economy, reform wages

Govt must closely monitor to ensure funds spent efficiently.
M'sia, 12 others officially added as Brics partner countries

M'sia, 12 others officially added as Brics partner countries

Other nations include Algeria, Belarus, Bolivia, Cuba.
Malaysia condemns terrorist attack in Turkiye

Malaysia condemns terrorist attack in Turkiye

Wisma Putra confirms no Malaysians affected in incident that killed five.
Cuepacs wants MOH to address nurses' poor-quality fabric complaints

Cuepacs wants MOH to address nurses' poor-quality fabric complaints

It's not a new issue, ministry should have resolved it by now - Adnan.
COMMENT | Budget reforms welcomed but procurement remains a concern

COMMENT | Budget reforms welcomed but procurement remains a concern

Many instances of corruption due to lack of transparency.
RON95 subsidy: Saddiq cautions Rafizi against using shock tactics

RON95 subsidy: Saddiq cautions Rafizi against using shock tactics

UPDATED 9AM | PARLIAMENT | The public is anxious because policies announced are unclear, Muar MP says.
YOURSAY | What is borrowed must be returned

YOURSAY | What is borrowed must be returned

'We mustn't encourage an entitled generation that awaits assistance and handouts.'