Archive - 6 January 2025

Many Umno leaders at pro-Najib rally, but more from PAS

Many Umno leaders at pro-Najib rally, but more from PAS

Umno had directed its members not to attend demo days before.
MAHB takeover reaches 75.73pct

MAHB takeover reaches 75.73pct

This covers more than 1.62 billion shares.
Telegram third provider to be licensed under new regulations

Telegram third provider to be licensed under new regulations

Meta's licensing process is ongoing while Google is ironing out issues with MCMC.
Teaming up with PAS could see Umno kicked out of govt - Dr M

Teaming up with PAS could see Umno kicked out of govt - Dr M

Ex-PM says this is because DAP is against the cooperation.
MCMC studying implementation of National Address System

MCMC studying implementation of National Address System

This is for an authoritative, standardised, and integrated address network.
LETTER | Don't give us morsels, be fair to non-Malays

LETTER | Don't give us morsels, be fair to non-Malays

Govt must address real issues faced by non-Malays such as civil service job opportunities.
Selangor mulls urine screening for concerts following NYE deaths

Selangor mulls urine screening for concerts following NYE deaths

State exco will discuss the matter on Wednesday.
Terengganu civil servant remanded over suspected RM50k bribe

Terengganu civil servant remanded over suspected RM50k bribe

Suspect believed to have committed act between 2023 and 2024, source says.
'Kantoi', Wee says in apparent jibe at govt over royal addendum

'Kantoi', Wee says in apparent jibe at govt over royal addendum

UPDATED 7.20PM | MCA chief previously criticised Anwar for refusing to confirm existence of document.
KINIGUIDE | Six takeaways on Najib's house arrest bid

KINIGUIDE | Six takeaways on Najib's house arrest bid

Malaysiakini explains today's court ruling and what it could mean.
Woman fails in bid to review ruling on Muslim status

Woman fails in bid to review ruling on Muslim status

Bench says principle of finality in litigation must be upheld.

Najib has 'not slept in 3 to 4 days', 1MDB trial cut short

Najib has 'not slept in 3 to 4 days', 1MDB trial cut short

1MDB TRIAL | His lawyer says ex-PM could not sleep due to anticipation of addendum appeal hearing.
Court rejects judicial review bid against 'Mentega Terbang' ban

Court rejects judicial review bid against 'Mentega Terbang' ban

Director, producer to appeal decision.
Cabinet to discuss Palestinians' protest at Wisma Transit: Fahmi

Cabinet to discuss Palestinians' protest at Wisma Transit: Fahmi

Minister notes there had been discussions to house them elsewhere, no decision yet.
2 ex-1MDB board members to stay third parties in fund's suit - Federal Court

2 ex-1MDB board members to stay third parties in fund's suit - Federal Court

This follows panel's dismissal of leave to appeal applications brought by duo.
Cops to probe pro-Najib gathering in Putrajaya

Cops to probe pro-Najib gathering in Putrajaya

Putrajaya police say several individuals will be called to have their statement recorded.
Opposition pans Anwar for hiding royal addendum, urges him to resign

Opposition pans Anwar for hiding royal addendum, urges him to resign

PM bound by loyalty oath to Agong, Federal Constitution, reps say.
Royal addendum for Najib's house arrest not sent to Prison Dept: Saifuddin

Royal addendum for Najib's house arrest not sent to Prison Dept: Saifuddin

UPDATED 4.27PM | Home minister says they only received Pardons Board meeting minutes, sentence commutation instructions.
Unlocking Malaysia’s Full E-Commerce Potential: The Role of Logistics in Driving Regional Leadership

Unlocking Malaysia’s Full E-Commerce Potential: The Role of Logistics in Driving Regional Leadership

Southeast Asia’s digital economy is at an inflection point, with e-commerce driving rapid digital adoption and reshaping consumer habits at an unprecedented pace
Najib's Facebook: Today we take one step forward

Najib's Facebook: Today we take one step forward

FB post appears after court decision on ex-PM's appeal over house arrest addendum.
Umno calls on Agong to grant Najib full pardon

Umno calls on Agong to grant Najib full pardon

UPDATED 2.40PM | Umno appeals to the benevolence, wisdom, and justness of His Majesty, says Zahid.
'Huge profits should prompt banks to absorb RM1 ATM fee'

'Huge profits should prompt banks to absorb RM1 ATM fee'

Fomca CEO says it would provide meaningful relief for millions of Malaysians.
PAS Youth to stage protest over attempts to 'hide' Najib addendum

PAS Youth to stage protest over attempts to 'hide' Najib addendum

UPDATED 3.09PM | Afnan says those involved in treachery must be brought to justice.
PM jokes tourism minister supposed to bring in money, not ask for more

PM jokes tourism minister supposed to bring in money, not ask for more

UPDATED 2.03PM | Anwar also says in jest that Tiong travels too much when he should be getting others to visit M'sia.
Najib gets leave for royal addendum judicial review, closer to house arrest

Najib gets leave for royal addendum judicial review, closer to house arrest

UPDATED 8.27PM | High Court set to hear ex-premier's arguments that royal decree exists.

'Hidup Bossku' rings out at MIC's Batu Caves temple prayer session for Najib

'Hidup Bossku' rings out at MIC's Batu Caves temple prayer session for Najib

UPDATED 7.46PM | MIC organises special prayers for ex-PM instead of rally despite criticism.
Cops identify drug smuggling mastermind in Sg Golok

Cops identify drug smuggling mastermind in Sg Golok

Suspect on our radar, Kelantan's police chief says.
Govt leaving it to authorities to act against Najib rally participants - Fahmi

Govt leaving it to authorities to act against Najib rally participants - Fahmi

UPDATED 2.21PM | Demo at Palace of Justice in full swing despite palace decree, IGP directive.
LETTER | Of protesting Palestinians and cosmetic compassion

LETTER | Of protesting Palestinians and cosmetic compassion

Considering group's antics at Wisma Transit, it is doubtful they wanted help.
EAIC uncovers DOE officer's attempt to release e-waste containers

EAIC uncovers DOE officer's attempt to release e-waste containers

Commission outlines several recommendations for corrective action.
'Want to wear Bersih t-shirt? Go ahead' - group hits back at Najib's daughter

'Want to wear Bersih t-shirt? Go ahead' - group hits back at Najib's daughter

However, electoral watchdog warns of possible Sosma detention as was done during Najib's era.
Pahang palace letter confirms house arrest addendum for Najib

Pahang palace letter confirms house arrest addendum for Najib

UPDATED 12.59PM | Shafee reveals document in Court of Appeal proceedings.
'Politically funded': Sabah anti-graft rally organiser files police report

'Politically funded': Sabah anti-graft rally organiser files police report

Protest coordinator targets G57 chair Zulkarnain Mahdar, who made claims.
From stressed to strong: Giving kids tools to thrive

From stressed to strong: Giving kids tools to thrive

MoneyTree Asia Pacific is on a mission to prepare kids for the future by addressing real-world challenges while empowering families with practical skills
It's a split 2-1 decision in Najib's favour

It's a split 2-1 decision in Najib's favour

KL High Court ordered to hear ex-PM's judicial review.
COMMENT | DAP should quit kowtowing to extremists

COMMENT | DAP should quit kowtowing to extremists

I wish DAP would defend secular principles as enthusiastically as it would bend over for Madani.
PAS rallies for Najib without Umno

PAS rallies for Najib without Umno

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