Archive - 16 January 2025

Are public hospitals sweatshops, asks NGO

Are public hospitals sweatshops, asks NGO

This is over the Health Ministry's shift system.
Govt considers opening foreign worker applications for oil palm sector

Govt considers opening foreign worker applications for oil palm sector

Saifuddin says requests received from Plantation and Commodities Ministry.
Anwar welcomes Gaza ceasefire agreement

Anwar welcomes Gaza ceasefire agreement

It will provide much-needed relief for Gaza people, says PM.
Anti-graft rally to be held in KL on Jan 25

Anti-graft rally to be held in KL on Jan 25

Groups, individuals demand swift action against politicians caught in corrupt web.
IGP: Ex-mayor among four detained in money laundering probe

IGP: Ex-mayor among four detained in money laundering probe

The investigation involved a broadcasting company in Kuching.
Hamas denies Netanyahu's claims about reneging on ceasefire

Hamas denies Netanyahu's claims about reneging on ceasefire

Senior leader says it is committed to the deal.
MCA urges probe into EPF's MAHB sell-and-buy move

MCA urges probe into EPF's MAHB sell-and-buy move

We must find out if there is insider trading involved - Quek.
Ex-structural supervisor awarded RM254k for unfair dismissal

Ex-structural supervisor awarded RM254k for unfair dismissal

Azman Isa hired for project in Vietnam.
UN must ensure compliance on Gaza ceasefire - Syed Ibrahim

UN must ensure compliance on Gaza ceasefire - Syed Ibrahim

Caucus chair urges govt to play active role by cooperating with UN.
Cops warn public of fake documents using national crest, M'sian Bar logo

Cops warn public of fake documents using national crest, M'sian Bar logo

Police say it's a new scam and extortion tactic, fake papers also used IGP's name.
LETTER | Cultural kaleidoscope: How different generations view CNY

LETTER | Cultural kaleidoscope: How different generations view CNY

As society evolves, CNY's meaning and ways to celebrate differ across generations.
Arul Kanda: I didn't inquire about 1MDB auditors' termination

Arul Kanda: I didn't inquire about 1MDB auditors' termination

Ernst & Young and KPMG were dismissed in 2010 and 2013.
UMMC fees should have been raised gradually, says health group

UMMC fees should have been raised gradually, says health group

MMA concerned big families may not be able to afford.
MACC illegal audio taping violates PM, people's rights - Najib

MACC illegal audio taping violates PM, people's rights - Najib

UPDATED 6.29PM | 1MDB TRIAL | This is regarding the alleged conversation between him and a UAE official.
Mindef allocates RM12b for asset acquisition this year

Mindef allocates RM12b for asset acquisition this year

Khaled says purchase of 105mm cannons, surface-to-surface missiles among those approved.
Muhyiddin's abuse of position, money laundering cases to be jointly heard

Muhyiddin's abuse of position, money laundering cases to be jointly heard

KL Sessions Court allows the prosecution's application.
AGC to continue pursuing addendum gag order until told otherwise

AGC to continue pursuing addendum gag order until told otherwise

A senior official says this is to protect the royal institution.
Bersatu eyes 18 seats to contest in Sabah polls

Bersatu eyes 18 seats to contest in Sabah polls

Party open to collaborating with others to form govt, Hamzah says.
MOH aims to release findings on Lahad Datu doctor's death in February

MOH aims to release findings on Lahad Datu doctor's death in February

Report to be presented to cabinet, family first, Dzulkefly says.
Please correct me if I'm wrong, Nga tells public

Please correct me if I'm wrong, Nga tells public

UPDATED 3.04PM | Minister uses 1MDB as example of what can happen without accountability.
Fahmi v Musa: Native Court to seek compensation from artist

Fahmi v Musa: Native Court to seek compensation from artist

Native Court of Keningau deems Fahmi's caricature serious insult to governor and Sabahans.
I confronted Jho Low over ostentatious lifestyle, Najib tells court

I confronted Jho Low over ostentatious lifestyle, Najib tells court

UPDATED 2.37PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Ex-PM testifies that Low told him luxurious purchases were on behalf of Emirati royal.
S'gor sultan expected to celebrate CNY at Dong Zen Temple

S'gor sultan expected to celebrate CNY at Dong Zen Temple

This will be in conjunction with state govt's Chinese New Year open house on Feb 8.
Acer’s new Swift Go & Aspire Vero 16 laptops feature new Intel Core Ultra 200H Series processors & sustainable designs

Acer’s new Swift Go & Aspire Vero 16 laptops feature new Intel Core Ultra 200H Series processors & sustainable designs

A CES Innovation Award 2025 Honoree, the carbon-neutral Aspire Vero 16 is the world’s first laptop made with bio based oyster shell material. New 5G and Wi-Fi 7 mobile connectivity devices also announced.
Old tree falls on busy road in KL, injuring two

Old tree falls on busy road in KL, injuring two

Incident highlights concerns on maintenance of aged trees.
Nurulhidayah's UPM appointment reflects nepotism, cronyism: Group

Nurulhidayah's UPM appointment reflects nepotism, cronyism: Group

Mandiri says move contradicts Madani govt's reform principles.
If good ties with royals requirement to be PM, no PN leaders qualify: Puad

If good ties with royals requirement to be PM, no PN leaders qualify: Puad

UPDATED 8PM | Umno man cites opposition recently defying Agong in Palace of Justice gathering.
Glocomp Appointed Sole Authorised Distributor for DJI Enterprise in Malaysia

Glocomp Appointed Sole Authorised Distributor for DJI Enterprise in Malaysia

Announces Launch of Groundbreaking Matrice 4 Series Enterprise Drones

Akmal, DAP continue 'ham-mering' each other

Akmal, DAP continue 'ham-mering' each other

The latest exchange includes both sides calling each other 'idiots'.
New face of politics will emerge if Hadi becomes PM - PAS leader

New face of politics will emerge if Hadi becomes PM - PAS leader

Proposal not based on blind loyalty but reality, says Mokhtar.
Qatar, Egypt, US to ensure Gaza ceasefire plan's implementation

Qatar, Egypt, US to ensure Gaza ceasefire plan's implementation

The first phase of the deal will begin on Jan 19, Sunday.
LETTER | Rampant industrial pollution shows ineffective enforcement

LETTER | Rampant industrial pollution shows ineffective enforcement

Stop orders and penalties seem no longer enough.
Ceasefire: Hamas commends M'sia for support during Gaza crisis

Ceasefire: Hamas commends M'sia for support during Gaza crisis

Other countries mentioned include Turkiye, South Africa, Russia, China, Indonesia.
Jakim: Halal ingredients don't mean product is halal-certified

Jakim: Halal ingredients don't mean product is halal-certified

Department clarifies that the product itself has to be certified.
Hamas, Israel agree on ceasefire, truce to begin Sunday

Hamas, Israel agree on ceasefire, truce to begin Sunday

Hamas and Israel to exchange captives as part of the deal.
Klang Valley's 'first & last mile' issue: Are on-demand vans the solution?

Klang Valley's 'first & last mile' issue: Are on-demand vans the solution?

On-demand connectivity to rail stations may be a game changer for KL public transport.
COMMENT | Sensitive to ham, numb to corruption

COMMENT | Sensitive to ham, numb to corruption

A shining example was the rally to support the Donation Magician at court.
23 M'sian referees selected by Fifa panel this year

23 M'sian referees selected by Fifa panel this year

They include referees, futsal referees, and beach soccer referees.
Four arrested for selling fake vehicle registration numbers

Four arrested for selling fake vehicle registration numbers

Total losses amount to around RM71,400.
Govt doesn't restrict investments in opposition states - PM's aide

Govt doesn't restrict investments in opposition states - PM's aide

Up to investors to choose the state that suits them, Azman says.
YOURSAY | PN lacks decent PM candidates

YOURSAY | PN lacks decent PM candidates

‘Their respective cabinet is going to be a collection of incompetents.’