Archive - 4 February 2025

MACC detains 6 for suspected bribery over govt projects

MACC detains 6 for suspected bribery over govt projects

The projects were awarded by govt departments in Sarawak.
ECRL progress surpasses 78pct, first phase operational in 2027

ECRL progress surpasses 78pct, first phase operational in 2027

Rail link connecting Kota Bharu and Gombak to open in two years.
Energy Commission to engage industry on electricity tariff schedule

Energy Commission to engage industry on electricity tariff schedule

New tariff schedule to reflect actual cost of electricity supply.
Explain RM16b helicopter rental contract, opposition tells govt

Explain RM16b helicopter rental contract, opposition tells govt

UPDATED 10.09PM | PARLIAMENT | Poland bought same helis for much less - Hamzah.
Ops Sky: Financial firm gave commissions to attract new clients

Ops Sky: Financial firm gave commissions to attract new clients

Probe ongoing over RM17m case, 98 bank accounts frozen.
DeepSeek, AI advancements could boost data centre demand: Gobind

DeepSeek, AI advancements could boost data centre demand: Gobind

'If you can provide at a lower cost, you can scale faster.'
Anwar has become Inspector Saab, PAS info chief says

Anwar has become Inspector Saab, PAS info chief says

PM compared to Bollywood cop who 'solves all matters'.
50pct toll discount to continue during all festive seasons this year - Nanta

50pct toll discount to continue during all festive seasons this year - Nanta

'Measure will reduce costs borne by govt in compensating highway concessionaires.'
Dewan Rakyat speaker bars MPs from touching on royal addendum

Dewan Rakyat speaker bars MPs from touching on royal addendum

UPDATED 6.54PM | PARLIAMENT | He also rules the word 'derhaka' can't be used.
Court rejects Yeoh's bid to make witness testimonies inadmissible

Court rejects Yeoh's bid to make witness testimonies inadmissible

Judge instead sets scope for testimonies of Kamarul's witnesses.
IGP explains delays in probes on comedian, netizen over 'ham' remarks

IGP explains delays in probes on comedian, netizen over 'ham' remarks

Cops waiting for digital forensics report from MCMC before they can wrap up probes, he says.
Zahid thanks Azalina for coordinating addendum gag order efforts

Zahid thanks Azalina for coordinating addendum gag order efforts

However, DPM's move seems bizarre as Azalina previously opposed gag order application.
LETTER | Stop intimidating anti-graft rally organisers

LETTER | Stop intimidating anti-graft rally organisers

Is govt aiming to silence youths who speak out against corruption?
Cops discover missing woman's body in Kuala Selangor

Cops discover missing woman's body in Kuala Selangor

The woman was reported missing on Jan 31 in Damansara.
Motion hearing for Zayn's parents to drop charges set for Feb 25

Motion hearing for Zayn's parents to drop charges set for Feb 25

Zaim and Ismanira are on trial for neglecting their autistic son which resulted in death.
Only 'daydreamers' will suggest removing MCA from BN - Zahid

Only 'daydreamers' will suggest removing MCA from BN - Zahid

BN chief confirms there were no talks about giving MCA the boot.
Man charged with criminal intimidation, discharging firearm

Man charged with criminal intimidation, discharging firearm

Restaurant, grocery shop owner pleads not guilty and claims trial.
I'm still MTUC president, meeting was illegal – Effendy

I'm still MTUC president, meeting was illegal – Effendy

He says a court order last year bars union from making any major policy decisions.
After legal letter to Mkini, Warisan leader asks if it's '4R' now?

After legal letter to Mkini, Warisan leader asks if it's '4R' now?

UPDATED 3.23PM | Leiking is referring to the addition of the word 'rasuah' to 3R of sensitive issues.
Japan mulls accepting Gaza people for medical aid, Ishiba says

Japan mulls accepting Gaza people for medical aid, Ishiba says

Students from war-torn zone may also get to study in country's varsities - PM.
Whistleblowers will not be protected if they go to media first - Azalina

Whistleblowers will not be protected if they go to media first - Azalina

UPDATED 1.58PM | PARLIAMENT | Going to the authorities should be the first step, minister adds.
MTUC boots out its president, Dauzkaply now acting chief

MTUC boots out its president, Dauzkaply now acting chief

Union does not elaborate on the decision.
Paddy prices: PM assures win-win solution for farmers, consumers

Paddy prices: PM assures win-win solution for farmers, consumers

PARLIAMENT | Anwar says an announcement next week will include RM150m subsidy.
KJ: Defamation suit to counter falsehood on Covid-19 vaccines

KJ: Defamation suit to counter falsehood on Covid-19 vaccines

Ex-minister maintains he was carrying out his duty entrusted by the govt.
'DAP better learn Islamic basics than teach PAS about Chinese names'

'DAP better learn Islamic basics than teach PAS about Chinese names'

Fadhli 'thanks' DAP for offering to pay for lessons.
LETTER | Respect right to protest, end intimidation

LETTER | Respect right to protest, end intimidation

Drop probe on anti-graft rally organisers and participants.
Tariff hike only for industries and 'maha kaya', PM clarifies

Tariff hike only for industries and 'maha kaya', PM clarifies

PARLIAMENT | Anwar says 85pct of the people will not be affected.
Kedah announces Feb 11 as occasional holiday for Thaipusam

Kedah announces Feb 11 as occasional holiday for Thaipusam

It is to enable Hindus to celebrate.
Warisan leader wants MACC to probe Arifin following new exposé

Warisan leader wants MACC to probe Arifin following new exposé

This involves abuse of power in addition to graft, says party's youth chief.
Counter staff rotation begins today to enhance service efficiency - PSD

Counter staff rotation begins today to enhance service efficiency - PSD

Department says it will help develop skills, diversify work capabilities.
S'wak floods: Number of evacuees dips to slightly above 9k

S'wak floods: Number of evacuees dips to slightly above 9k

Nine PPS in the Bintulu Division are sheltering 4,492 victims.
Muhyiddin seeks to challenge validity of sedition charge

Muhyiddin seeks to challenge validity of sedition charge

Case linked to previous Agong.
COMMENT | Impact of Trump's trade war on Malaysia's economy

COMMENT | Impact of Trump's trade war on Malaysia's economy

Malaysia must implement strategic initiatives to alleviate adverse effects.
DAP did not ask BN to kick MCA out, says Umno leader

DAP did not ask BN to kick MCA out, says Umno leader

Parties play vital role in securing Chinese community support, Rahman Dahlan says.
COMMENT | Mr PM, compassion rises above all and should not be labelled

COMMENT | Mr PM, compassion rises above all and should not be labelled

In an open letter, I call on Anwar to understand why taxpayers question Gaza aid.
COMMENT | Is PKR morphing into another Umno?

COMMENT | Is PKR morphing into another Umno?

We don't need or want another Umno, and the consequences will be dire.
Legal letter warns Mkini of contempt proceedings over Sabah article

Legal letter warns Mkini of contempt proceedings over Sabah article

Law firm claims injunction obtained over SMM's lawsuit against ex-CEO.
YOURSAY | Govt must be proactive about Trump's tariffs

YOURSAY | Govt must be proactive about Trump's tariffs

'Prepare a risk management system should M'sian products be hit by US tariffs.'