Archive - 19 December 2024

Ambiga warns of another judicial crisis

Ambiga warns of another judicial crisis

UPDATED 11.31PM | Veteran lawyer-activist notes red flags that remind her of the past.
Remove PM's power to appoint judges, expert says

Remove PM's power to appoint judges, expert says

UPDATED 10.49PM | 'It turns JAC's selection process into a waste of time and resources.'
Press group lists Mkini's deforestation story as one of SEA's best for 2024

Press group lists Mkini's deforestation story as one of SEA's best for 2024

Article deals with deforestation and logging in Pahang.
Myanmar pledges 2025 election at six-nation consultation

Myanmar pledges 2025 election at six-nation consultation

The informal meeting included Thailand, China, India, Bangladesh, and Laos.
Ringgit declines to RM4.50 against greenback over US rate cuts

Ringgit declines to RM4.50 against greenback over US rate cuts

Ringgit now trades at 4.5030/5080 per dollar.
PM cannot pass the buck over Rosmah's acquittal - NGOs

PM cannot pass the buck over Rosmah's acquittal - NGOs

They point out that AG's appointment is PM's prerogative.
Jakoa: No complaints from Kg Kelaik of health risk, encroachment

Jakoa: No complaints from Kg Kelaik of health risk, encroachment

Orang Asli Dept claims it lacks complete details of the case.
MICCI teams up with Shopee, Lazada, and Mudah.my to transform M’sia’s e-commerce

MICCI teams up with Shopee, Lazada, and Mudah.my to transform M’sia’s e-commerce

MICCI’s new E-Commerce Chapter partners with top platforms to bridge the digital divide and empower the nation’s small businesses for a thriving, inclusive future.

Even Hadi met Chinese envoy, so what's sensitive? - Wong to PAS senator

Even Hadi met Chinese envoy, so what's sensitive? - Wong to PAS senator

Deputy minister criticises Hussin for distorting facts on Chinese naval students’ visit to independent school.
Public caning for T'ganu man violates federal law: Suhakam

Public caning for T'ganu man violates federal law: Suhakam

Rights commission says the punishment is also against human rights.
New judge for 1MDB's US$346m suit against Rosmah

New judge for 1MDB's US$346m suit against Rosmah

The previous judge recused himself over a potential conflict of interest.
Cops: Home of Sabah hero's widow not demolished, issue exploited

Cops: Home of Sabah hero's widow not demolished, issue exploited

Not ruling out action against those allegedly exploiting the matter - Jauteh.
Top 3 Global Winners of 'Go Green with Taiwan' Project Wins US$20,000

Top 3 Global Winners of 'Go Green with Taiwan' Project Wins US$20,000

Three winners from the United Kingdom, Hungary, and the Philippines, successfully defend their proposals to a panel of experts
Why Does Regulation Matter in Online Trading?

Why Does Regulation Matter in Online Trading?

Perspectives on financial markets regulation and how it helps brokers maintain a high level of service and earn traders’ trust

Rights group claims police intimidation over custodial death exhibition

Rights group claims police intimidation over custodial death exhibition

NGO official claims cops visited multiple times, monitored event with patrol cars.
No criminal element found in 1BestariNet project, MACC says

No criminal element found in 1BestariNet project, MACC says

DPP instructed no charges against any party, the graft-buster adds.
COMMENT | AGC must seriously pursue appeal of Rosmah's acquittal

COMMENT | AGC must seriously pursue appeal of Rosmah's acquittal

Is a defective charge curable under the law?
Zahid grateful for Rosmah's acquittal, discharge

Zahid grateful for Rosmah's acquittal, discharge

DPM urges all parties to respect the court's ruling.
Cops free JB youth arrested for 'seditious' TikTok post

Cops free JB youth arrested for 'seditious' TikTok post

Wong's video touched on Agong and PM's trip to a Johor restaurant.
Decision not to postpone pays off, high attendance for SPM: Minister

Decision not to postpone pays off, high attendance for SPM: Minister

97-98pct attendance for SPM oral test in states worst-hit by floods.
M'sian ringleader, Thai wife nabbed in RM650m money laundering case

M'sian ringleader, Thai wife nabbed in RM650m money laundering case

They face charges of collusion in money laundering.
Why is Musa Aman's appointment controversial?

Why is Musa Aman's appointment controversial?

Newly appointed Sabah governor has career mired in allegations of corruption.
Ministry reviewing France, Australia's social media laws for children

Ministry reviewing France, Australia's social media laws for children

Communications Ministry studying how the countries are planning to enforce them.
Sabah exposé shows political financing law needed - C4 Center

Sabah exposé shows political financing law needed - C4 Center

'Impose limits on private donations, ban corporate ones.'
COMMENT | Musa's restoration: A look at Sabah's retro politics - Part 1

COMMENT | Musa's restoration: A look at Sabah's retro politics - Part 1

Questions arise about how appointment will impact balance of power.
LETTER | Stop EIA approvals, probe DOE over forest destruction

LETTER | Stop EIA approvals, probe DOE over forest destruction

What's the point of a DOE that doesn't look out for the environment?
Over 100 groups object govt plans to license plant seeds

Over 100 groups object govt plans to license plant seeds

This is following the absence of a transparent process and comprehensive consultation.
Anwar: Art must be free, even critical of the govt

Anwar: Art must be free, even critical of the govt

PM's statement comes day after artist Fahmi Reza questioned by cops.
Bill on compulsory education until secondary school to be tabled in Feb

Bill on compulsory education until secondary school to be tabled in Feb

Fadhlina says proposal has been sent to AGC for review.
'Give Musa a chance', Sabah PKR says over governor appointment

'Give Musa a chance', Sabah PKR says over governor appointment

UPDATED 12.58PM | Appointment went through proper process, Peto says.
MCMC report lands Fahmi under sedition probe over Musa Aman graphic

MCMC report lands Fahmi under sedition probe over Musa Aman graphic

UPDATED 11.09AM | Fahmi asks Fahmi 'apa cerita?' after probe also launched under CMA.
Academic Pressure and its Mental Health Impact on Children

Academic Pressure and its Mental Health Impact on Children

Heavy academic demands are harming children’s mental health across Asia, causing anxiety, depression, and emotional scares
The Eyes Have It: Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy and How Diabetes Affects Your Vision

The Eyes Have It: Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy and How Diabetes Affects Your Vision

It is very important to understand that one doesn’t have to go blind just because they have diabetes.
Elevating and digitally transforming Malaysian industries - Imagine AI’s mission

Elevating and digitally transforming Malaysian industries - Imagine AI’s mission

Imagine AI provides local support towards automation and AI solutions at a reasonable price

Rosmah acquitted in RM7m money laundering case, calls it 'birthday gift'

Rosmah acquitted in RM7m money laundering case, calls it 'birthday gift'

UPDATED 1.37PM | Lead prosecutor Ahmad Akram Gharib says an appeal will be filed.
Civil servants express gratitude for salary increase under new scheme

Civil servants express gratitude for salary increase under new scheme

A teacher says it helps ease her family’s financial burden.
COMMENT | Govt must uphold workers' rights, improve system

COMMENT | Govt must uphold workers' rights, improve system

Recruitment fraud must be addressed immediately, form new SOP.
YOURSAY | Setting bad example can leave reputation up in smokes

YOURSAY | Setting bad example can leave reputation up in smokes

'Shouldn't there be heavier fine when political leaders break the law?'
Tajuddin: Cop sacrificed his life for us, is this how we repay his family?

Tajuddin: Cop sacrificed his life for us, is this how we repay his family?

Academic pens letter to home minister over the plight of a fallen hero's widow.