Archive - 10 December 2024

STRAIGHT TALK | Tommy Thomas speaks on 1MDB in new talk show

STRAIGHT TALK | Tommy Thomas speaks on 1MDB in new talk show

Sharing candid insights into one of Malaysia's most high-profile corruption scandals.
Pahang Palace denies wedding claim involving crown prince

Pahang Palace denies wedding claim involving crown prince

Instagram user claimed she will marry Tengku Hassanal, says comptroller.
Cops still probing Roger Ng over 1MDB - IGP

Cops still probing Roger Ng over 1MDB - IGP

Ng still in custody after Oct 9, 2023 arrest.
MACC arrests another 'Datuk' linked to RM250m construction project

MACC arrests another 'Datuk' linked to RM250m construction project

'They are believed to have committed the offence between 2022 and 2024.'
Dewan Rakyat passes bill to address bullying, including online

Dewan Rakyat passes bill to address bullying, including online

'Not solely punitive, aims to educate, protect, and prevent.'
CMA amendment: Hansard reveals how MPs voted

CMA amendment: Hansard reveals how MPs voted

UPDATED 9.50AM | Backbenchers support the amendment despite calling for greater scrutiny.
MCMC Act amendments referred to PSSC for scrutiny

MCMC Act amendments referred to PSSC for scrutiny

I hope PSSCs will thoroughly review the bill, invite external stakeholders - minister.
Stop hiding behind the king, Latheefa berates PM on royal addendum

Stop hiding behind the king, Latheefa berates PM on royal addendum

Ex-MACC chief questions Anwar's understanding of Federal Constitution.
KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital Achieves Milestone with 600 Successful Robotic Knee Replacement Surgeries

KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital Achieves Milestone with 600 Successful Robotic Knee Replacement Surgeries

KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital proudly celebrates a significant achievement, having successfully performed 600 total knee replacement surgeries using cutting-edge robotic technology.
Travel curbs imposed on over 200k individuals, companies - IRB

Travel curbs imposed on over 200k individuals, companies - IRB

It reminds public to settle tax arrears.
'T15 classification for RON95 subsidy to be announced by Q1 of 2025'

'T15 classification for RON95 subsidy to be announced by Q1 of 2025'

PARLIAMENT | Rafizi says announcement will give room for appeal.
Citizenship appeals adjourned pending minister's consideration

Citizenship appeals adjourned pending minister's consideration

Chief justice sets Jan 27 for a report on the outcome of the matter.
NGO urges top judges to intervene over private prosecution bid

NGO urges top judges to intervene over private prosecution bid

This comes after Court of Appeal postpones verdict for third time.
Pahang Palace will not issue any statement on royal addendum

Pahang Palace will not issue any statement on royal addendum

Decision made on the advice of MB to respect court proceedings.
GRS is the traitor, not Umno: Bung prods Kitingan on graft scandal

GRS is the traitor, not Umno: Bung prods Kitingan on graft scandal

Kitingan trying to be the hero of a sinking ship, says the Umno leader.
Allianz Malaysia and Universiti Malaya launch the Allianz Centre for Governance

Allianz Malaysia and Universiti Malaya launch the Allianz Centre for Governance

Located at the Faculty of Business and Economics at UM, the centre will serve as a key platform for academic research and public engagement, with a focus on strengthening business integrity and supporting reforms in governance practices.
Floods wipe out potential output of 5.3m rice bags, says Arthur

Floods wipe out potential output of 5.3m rice bags, says Arthur

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister says loss significantly impacts supply of commodity.
Prosecution's 1MDB narrative like 'Bollywood movie', ludicrous, says Najib

Prosecution's 1MDB narrative like 'Bollywood movie', ludicrous, says Najib

UPDATED 5.35PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Ex-premier rubbishes Loo's claim Arab letter concocted.
Perlis allocates RM303.28m for Budget 2025

Perlis allocates RM303.28m for Budget 2025

It's for management and development, says MB.
Speak out against atrocities in Bangladesh, govt MPs urge Anwar

Speak out against atrocities in Bangladesh, govt MPs urge Anwar

They call on PM to address violence against Hindus.
Najib: 1MDB insisted on removing KPMG as auditor

Najib: 1MDB insisted on removing KPMG as auditor

Ex-premier denies pressuring the sovereign fund to do so.
Dessert or Coffee? Kenangan Coffee’s ‘Magical Tiramisu’ Series Says Both!

Dessert or Coffee? Kenangan Coffee’s ‘Magical Tiramisu’ Series Says Both!

Kenangan Coffee introduces with the perfect fusion of coffee and dessert, available at a limited time

Dr M: How to debate Batu Puteh RCI report with 47 redacted pages?

Dr M: How to debate Batu Puteh RCI report with 47 redacted pages?

UPDATED 2.25PM | 'Why were my requests to conduct the RCI proceedings openly rejected?'
S'gor exco defends rate hike, says some places didn't review for decades

S'gor exco defends rate hike, says some places didn't review for decades

Some are unhappy about it, Pappa Raidu acknowledges.
LETTER | CMA amendments another step backwards for freedom of expression

LETTER | CMA amendments another step backwards for freedom of expression

Harapan-led Madani government has reneged on its manifesto.
77% of Malaysian SMBs are at Risk: The Backup Strategies Every Business Needs to Survive the Digital Age

77% of Malaysian SMBs are at Risk: The Backup Strategies Every Business Needs to Survive the Digital Age

For those who understand the importance of data backup and have moved to implement, there is a very common practice that is cited as the go-to for data backup protocols – the “3-2-1 Backup Rule”
Batu Puteh: Your wife was involved in the decision too, Dr M tells Anwar

Batu Puteh: Your wife was involved in the decision too, Dr M tells Anwar

UPDATED 3.14PM | Mahathir says it was a cabinet decision, former ministers should be questioned too.
LETTER | PN misleading in citing apex court case against Pendang MP suspension

LETTER | PN misleading in citing apex court case against Pendang MP suspension

The case was regarding remuneration, not the speaker's powers to suspend MPs.
Govt taking steps to control insurance premium hikes: Anwar

Govt taking steps to control insurance premium hikes: Anwar

PARLIAMENT | PM says Health Ministry, BNM working to ensure increases don't burden public.
PN confirms Azmin appointment as sec-gen, despite PAS' lobbying

PN confirms Azmin appointment as sec-gen, despite PAS' lobbying

Other positions confirmed include deputy chairperson, women's chief, and information chief.
1MDB not for my or Umno's benefit, says Najib

1MDB not for my or Umno's benefit, says Najib

'The problem is the systemic failure in execution of decisions at management level.'
1MDB: Late Saudi king known for his philanthropy - Najib

1MDB: Late Saudi king known for his philanthropy - Najib

UPDATED 11.58AM | 1MDB TRIAL | Ex-PM says this is why he didn't doubt genuineness of ruler's donation.
PM says legally gagged on royal addendum, moots Agong's deliberation

PM says legally gagged on royal addendum, moots Agong's deliberation

UPDATED 12.22PM | PARLIAMENT | MPs asked Anwar about steps he had taken to resolve the issue.
NGOs urge govt to enact laws prohibiting torture, inhumane treatment

NGOs urge govt to enact laws prohibiting torture, inhumane treatment

Groups say other nations such as Turkiye and Indonesia have them.
Peak Fitness Brings World-Class Wellness  to the Heart of the City

Peak Fitness Brings World-Class Wellness to the Heart of the City

The Peak Fitness outlet in Exchange 106 is set to offer an unmatched experience for everyone from beginners to advanced fitness aficionados.
Sanusi acquitted of sedition case linked to Selangor ruler

Sanusi acquitted of sedition case linked to Selangor ruler

UPDATED 12.03PM | Second charge involving previous Agong to proceed to full trial.
Danger: MetMalaysia forecasts very heavy rain in T'ganu, Pahang

Danger: MetMalaysia forecasts very heavy rain in T'ganu, Pahang

Kelantan also expected to be hit by continuous downpours.
Pusat Komas: Govt must act against systemic corruption, racism now

Pusat Komas: Govt must act against systemic corruption, racism now

Issues posing irreparable harm to present and future generations, group says.
COMMENT | A freer and more equal Malaysia?

COMMENT | A freer and more equal Malaysia?

Measures to address inequality have tapered off while freedom is increasingly restricted.
Clinics protest in black over unrevised fees, regulatory gaps

Clinics protest in black over unrevised fees, regulatory gaps

Decades-long challenges threaten their sustainability, says MMA.
COMMENT | Online Safety Act necessary shield for digital era

COMMENT | Online Safety Act necessary shield for digital era

It's a cohesive effort to tackle cybercrimes, harassment, and digital exploitation.
Heavy metals in K'tan Orang Asli blood, community fears mine poisoning

Heavy metals in K'tan Orang Asli blood, community fears mine poisoning

Iron ore mining that turned the rivers red may be reason.
COMMENT | S'pore may have had over 70pct stake in U Mobile

COMMENT | S'pore may have had over 70pct stake in U Mobile

There are four key issues arising from this deal.
YOURSAY | Politicians should set an example, declare assets first

YOURSAY | Politicians should set an example, declare assets first

‘If all these politicians do not do it what does that tell you?’