Archive - 28 October 2024

Anwar a 'good leader' for accepting Najib's apology - Zahid

Anwar a 'good leader' for accepting Najib's apology - Zahid

He insists that the jailed ex-PM has been 'misled' in 1MDB scandal.
New gig worker law to ensure their welfare - Zahid

New gig worker law to ensure their welfare - Zahid

The legislation aims to introduce a safety net for such workers, DPM says.
Opposition lacks ideas, they'll even question my songkok: Anwar

Opposition lacks ideas, they'll even question my songkok: Anwar

PM swipes at critics who focus on trivialities instead of govt policies.
M'sia, Thailand, Vietnam flags present too, Kerk tells parade critic

M'sia, Thailand, Vietnam flags present too, Kerk tells parade critic

Polemics surrounding Guan Gong festival spreads to Johor.
UUM electrocution: Late student's family, university to mediate

UUM electrocution: Late student's family, university to mediate

The case will be heard by a mediator on March 23, 2025.
Media council bill to be tabled in current Dewan Rakyat sitting: Fahmi

Media council bill to be tabled in current Dewan Rakyat sitting: Fahmi

The bill was briefly delayed for an analysis.
Minister dismisses Nafas board member

Minister dismisses Nafas board member

Mohamad Sabu sacks Fairuz Bandar as part of 'reviewing board’s composition'.
MPs bark at each other over killing of stray dog called ‘Kopi’

MPs bark at each other over killing of stray dog called ‘Kopi’

PARLIAMENT | Besut MP cites public complaints while Kampar lawmaker says SOPs flouted.
State publicly you will oppose Najib's early release, Latheefa urges PM

State publicly you will oppose Najib's early release, Latheefa urges PM

People's concerns justified given govt's track record, says lawyer-activist.
Police summon PAS' Razman for questioning

Police summon PAS' Razman for questioning

UPDATED 6.25PM | This is over a demonstration in Teluk Intan on Saturday.
What exactly is speaker worried about - Machang MP on Dewan ban

What exactly is speaker worried about - Machang MP on Dewan ban

Greater threat for him to speak in press conference than sit in public gallery, Wan Fayhsal says.
COMMENT | Brace, brace, brace M'sia for the US presidential election

COMMENT | Brace, brace, brace M'sia for the US presidential election

Whoever wins the polls next week, turbulent times are ahead for Malaysia.
Razman: 'Eyes like ours' remark not meant as insult, media twisted it

Razman: 'Eyes like ours' remark not meant as insult, media twisted it

Perak PAS chief says he was appealing for unity, not selecting anyone based on race.
Batang Kali landslide survivors sue Selangor state govt

Batang Kali landslide survivors sue Selangor state govt

UPDATED 5.04PM | Survivors, kin of deceased victims seek compensation over 2022 tragedy.
Woman charged with possession of 38 banned publications related to al-Arqam

Woman charged with possession of 38 banned publications related to al-Arqam

The 60-year-old pleads guilty, magistrate allows bail of RM5,000.
Ismail Sabri withdraws defamation suit against Agenda Daily

Ismail Sabri withdraws defamation suit against Agenda Daily

Judge commends both parties for reaching a settlement.
Shafee, 1MDB's ex-counsel spar over witness protection poser

Shafee, 1MDB's ex-counsel spar over witness protection poser

UPDATED 5.55PM | Defence lawyer quizzes ex-1MDB official if she was a protected witness.
Deaf driver: No politician called, visited or offered help

Deaf driver: No politician called, visited or offered help

Ong Ing Keong is disappointed with Anwar and his government.
Nafas committed to restructuring and recovery, says embattled GM

Nafas committed to restructuring and recovery, says embattled GM

Faris says past decisions are impacting current performance.
Nafas losing money everywhere, no different than poor farmers - director

Nafas losing money everywhere, no different than poor farmers - director

'Selling chickens is a loss. Raising chickens is a loss.'
Speaker defends decision barring suspended Wan Fayhsal from Dewan

Speaker defends decision barring suspended Wan Fayhsal from Dewan

PARLIAMENT | Johari responds to motion from PN's chief whip on Machang MP.
Five months on, Ong is disheartened but not defeated

Five months on, Ong is disheartened but not defeated

E-hailing driver appeals to Johor regent to ensure justice is served.
Loke: Najib's apology irrelevant, house arrest not for 'serious' crimes

Loke: Najib's apology irrelevant, house arrest not for 'serious' crimes

'With or without the apology, a crime is a crime.'
RM9.4b in voluntary EPF contributions this year: Deputy finance minister

RM9.4b in voluntary EPF contributions this year: Deputy finance minister

Lim says amount comes from 872k workers as of Aug 31.
Two held, 145kg drugs worth RM4.18 million seized in raid

Two held, 145kg drugs worth RM4.18 million seized in raid

Suspects remanded for seven days, cops tracking down other members of syndicate.
Free toll at highways for Deepavali, Rayer says thank you

Free toll at highways for Deepavali, Rayer says thank you

However, it only applies to Class 1 vehicles.
Minister eyes game development industry's potential

Minister eyes game development industry's potential

PARLIAMENT | Gobind says MDEC-supported projects have generated RM45m in sales and export.
Blackberry sets up Asia Pacific cybersecurity HQ in Cyberjaya

Blackberry sets up Asia Pacific cybersecurity HQ in Cyberjaya

Minister welcomes move, region to benefit from cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.
Israel's Netanyahu rejects Egyptian ceasefire initiative in Gaza

Israel's Netanyahu rejects Egyptian ceasefire initiative in Gaza

This despite support of most Israeli ministers for the proposal, says el-Sisi.
Iran doesn't seek war but will defend its people, says president

Iran doesn't seek war but will defend its people, says president

Pezeshkian says will give proportionate response to Israeli aggression.
Govt will provide food aid to Orang Asli for looming monsoon

Govt will provide food aid to Orang Asli for looming monsoon

The food aid is expected to sustain a family for a week.
Group: M'sian flag present at event, China nationals feted diplomacy

Group: M'sian flag present at event, China nationals feted diplomacy

Chinese reps enthusiastic in marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, says Guan Gong Cultural Association.
LETTER | Is Malaysia truly Asia?

LETTER | Is Malaysia truly Asia?

Slogan should be put into action, which can yield great dividends.
'Father of nation' Anwar pans critics over Najib apology row

'Father of nation' Anwar pans critics over Najib apology row

UPDATED 10.55AM | PM says his actions are about showing good leadership.
Razman's prejudiced call for unity unIslamic, says Nik Nazmi

Razman's prejudiced call for unity unIslamic, says Nik Nazmi

Minister pans PAS leader for fanning racist sentiments.
'Eyes, skin, blood': Don corrects PAS tunnel vision with reminders

'Eyes, skin, blood': Don corrects PAS tunnel vision with reminders

Party leaders' ineptitude impedes them from stamping mark in intellectual discourses - Tajuddin.
COMMENT | How Najib continues to define Madani

COMMENT | How Najib continues to define Madani

Umno has also successfully neutered DAP.
Duo nabbed over pig head dumped at roti canai stall

Duo nabbed over pig head dumped at roti canai stall

CCTV captures two men placing pig head on roti canai counter, cabinet.
China flags upset Malay politicians

China flags upset Malay politicians

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