Archive - 13 February 2025

Fire at Port Dickson power plant, TNB says situation under control

Fire at Port Dickson power plant, TNB says situation under control

Electricity supply to consumers was not disrupted.
Suhakam decries 'obstruction' in Taiping Prison probe

Suhakam decries 'obstruction' in Taiping Prison probe

It claims its officers were denied access to record an inmate's testimony.
Madani leaders rose from street protests, haven't lost their roots - Saifuddin

Madani leaders rose from street protests, haven't lost their roots - Saifuddin

Minister rejects claims Anwar-led govt changed after coming to power.
Syed Mokhtar channelling RM30m to struggling farmers - PM

Syed Mokhtar channelling RM30m to struggling farmers - PM

The tycoon is the main shareholder of Bernas.
Groups welcome PAA amendment but note room for improvement

Groups welcome PAA amendment but note room for improvement

They urge further reforms to prevent harassment of rally organisers, participants.
'Sorry you got pulled in': Ex-CEO's lawyer tells woman over fake photo

'Sorry you got pulled in': Ex-CEO's lawyer tells woman over fake photo

Chin says he will lodge a police report on the matter.
NRD to lead MyDigital ID pre-registration

NRD to lead MyDigital ID pre-registration

This is to boost adoption rate of digital identity verification.
Exec charged with obstruction, making obscene gesture at VIP escort

Exec charged with obstruction, making obscene gesture at VIP escort

Joshua Chong claims trial to offences.
MACC remands manufacturing company's chairperson

MACC remands manufacturing company's chairperson

Able Global clarifies investigation on Ng's private company is not related to it.
Saifuddin denies Sosma detainee was assaulted

Saifuddin denies Sosma detainee was assaulted

However, minister says police will continue probing the matter.
'Nonsense':  Warisan chides MACC chief over 'lack of info' excuse

'Nonsense': Warisan chides MACC chief over 'lack of info' excuse

Leikeng frustrated with 'non-action' in the case.
Tariff hike: Two ex-PMs refute Anwar's 'no impact on households' remark

Tariff hike: Two ex-PMs refute Anwar's 'no impact on households' remark

'Industrial users will transfer increased production costs to end-users.'
Govt allocates RM185m to repair 358 low-cost flats nationwide

Govt allocates RM185m to repair 358 low-cost flats nationwide

Anwar vows to safeguard welfare of urban poor.
Bukit Bendera MP hits out at blatant hypocrisy in patriotism

Bukit Bendera MP hits out at blatant hypocrisy in patriotism

PARLIAMENT | Why rage over foreign flags, but fail to see tattered Jalur Gemilang, Syerleena asks.
1MDB: MACC officer denies 'improvising' testimony to back Najib

1MDB: MACC officer denies 'improvising' testimony to back Najib

UPDATED 6.05PM | 1MDB TRIAL | However, defence witness admits 'adding' details to today's testimony compared to the SRC one.
Cops release 2 cattle farmers detained for alleged obstruction

Cops release 2 cattle farmers detained for alleged obstruction

UPDATED 6.35PM | National Farmers' Coalition confirms matter with Malaysiakini.
Over 8k SPM 2024 candidates absent from written exams - ministry

Over 8k SPM 2024 candidates absent from written exams - ministry

Main reasons include working, family issues, health problems, death, and moving abroad.
Non-Muslim affairs minister idea draws flak from DAP allies

Non-Muslim affairs minister idea draws flak from DAP allies

Umno's Asyraf urges MP to respect Islam's position in Federal Constitution.
Zuraida's bond payment: Court to hear PKR's leave to appeal bid on April 17

Zuraida's bond payment: Court to hear PKR's leave to appeal bid on April 17

All parties ordered to file written submission by April 2.
Sim pans 'hypocrite' PAS for opposing non-Muslim affairs minister idea

Sim pans 'hypocrite' PAS for opposing non-Muslim affairs minister idea

Islamist party didn't object to S'gor non-Muslim committee establishment in 2009 – PKR MP.
'Sabah graft scandal matter of public interest, probe should be expedited'

'Sabah graft scandal matter of public interest, probe should be expedited'

Lahad Datu MP says MACC should be well aware of this.
OrphanAid launches to ensure no Malaysian orphan is left behind in pursuit of higher education

OrphanAid launches to ensure no Malaysian orphan is left behind in pursuit of higher education

The programme guarantees a 75% bursary for eligible orphans, with the remaining 25% covered via low-interest loans from the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) or sponsorships from donors.
Social media licensing: Ministry receives good cooperation - Fahmi

Social media licensing: Ministry receives good cooperation - Fahmi

YouTube has taken down 5,115 pieces of content, says minister.
'Too little' info hampering probe into Sabah scandal - MACC chief

'Too little' info hampering probe into Sabah scandal - MACC chief

Azam says authorities can only record statements from both sides.
Mosti eyes 5k new jobs in aerospace industry with new law

Mosti eyes 5k new jobs in aerospace industry with new law

It will provide more opportunities for industry players to invest, says Chang.
MAHB applies for delisting after consortium secures 98.7pct stake

MAHB applies for delisting after consortium secures 98.7pct stake

Bursa to suspend trading of MAHB's shares from Feb 20.
LETTER | To all my loving Malaysian friends

LETTER | To all my loving Malaysian friends

Growing up exposed to a multi-racial, multi-religious environment, my faith was never challenged.
Govt to maintain local white rice price, raise floor cost for paddy

Govt to maintain local white rice price, raise floor cost for paddy

UPDATED 3.50PM | PARLIAMENT | Administration to also partially absorb production costs with RM150m allocation - Mat Sabu.
White House accuses judges of abusing powers to block Trump

White House accuses judges of abusing powers to block Trump

At least 12 injunctions issued on president's executive orders, rep says.
Undetected wildlife trafficking at M'sian border indicates corruption: NGO

Undetected wildlife trafficking at M'sian border indicates corruption: NGO

Group commends Indian authorities for intercepting smuggled gibbons, questions M'sian border controls.
COMMENT | Navigating the Trump havoc

COMMENT | Navigating the Trump havoc

Trump 2.0's destructive mode calls for more proactive responses and planning.
Addendum: PM accuses opposition of disrespect

Addendum: PM accuses opposition of disrespect

UPDATED 2.05PM | PARLIAMENT | They think they are above the law, Anwar says.
LETTER | Sorry, former deputy minister - police were not wrong

LETTER | Sorry, former deputy minister - police were not wrong

Cops within law to arrest Suaram duo without warrant under Section 23(1)(a) of CPC.
Fulfil promise to review Sosma, Guan Eng tells govt

Fulfil promise to review Sosma, Guan Eng tells govt

He reminds Harapan leaders of their past opposition to law.
PAS, Muslim lawyers group reject non-Muslim affairs minister idea

PAS, Muslim lawyers group reject non-Muslim affairs minister idea

UPDATED 12.35PM | PAS argues proposal reflects DAP leaders' flawed understanding of constitutional principles.
Former Industrial Court chair now wage council deputy chief

Former Industrial Court chair now wage council deputy chief

Rajeswari is first Indian woman on the job, Human Resources Ministry says.
Sosma detainee's wife lodges report after husband hospitalised

Sosma detainee's wife lodges report after husband hospitalised

Family's lawyer urges authorities to shed light on what transpired.
LETTER | End intimidation against human rights defenders

LETTER | End intimidation against human rights defenders

Govt must uphold right to free speech, freedom to assemble.
Govt to amend Peaceful Assembly Act, recent probes halted - PM

Govt to amend Peaceful Assembly Act, recent probes halted - PM

UPDATED 11.42AM | PARLIAMENT | Changes will remove requirements for premises owners' approval.
'Malaysia does not recognise Taliban govt, no education pact signed'

'Malaysia does not recognise Taliban govt, no education pact signed'

This is after an Afghan delegation visited the Education Ministry last year.
COMMENT | Sorry, minister - police were wrong

COMMENT | Sorry, minister - police were wrong

It seems procedures were not followed in the arrest of a Suaram activist.
EPF denies misconduct claims on MAHB investment

EPF denies misconduct claims on MAHB investment

It says public markets team strictly have no access to material non-public information.
COMMENT | Stop mistreatment of Sosma detainees

COMMENT | Stop mistreatment of Sosma detainees

Home Ministry must take responsibility and be accountable.
COMMENT | Time to get serious on vice-chancellor appointments

COMMENT | Time to get serious on vice-chancellor appointments

All vice-chancellors should be appointed by Agong.
YOURSAY | Anwar's bromance with tainted leaders leaves us forlorn

YOURSAY | Anwar's bromance with tainted leaders leaves us forlorn

'We can judge a person by the company he keeps.'