Archive - 20 February 2025

Jawi to summon cross-dressers at music awards show

Jawi to summon cross-dressers at music awards show

Na'im says those involved have been identified and contacted.
'Harmony panel moves to strengthen unity in multi-religious society'

'Harmony panel moves to strengthen unity in multi-religious society'

No discussing Islamic matters as they fall under rulers, state govts, Na'im says.
Leprosy: Preventive steps in place in 2 Orang Asli villages since August

Leprosy: Preventive steps in place in 2 Orang Asli villages since August

Residents given medicine, regular health screenings conducted, committee chair says.
COMMENT | Sosma has no place in Malaysia

COMMENT | Sosma has no place in Malaysia

National security shouldn't be used as justification to diminish individual rights.
S'gor ruler consents to new Mais chairperson

S'gor ruler consents to new Mais chairperson

Salehuddin replaces Abdul Aziz, who is stepping down for health reasons.
Saifuddin refutes claims Sedition Act used arbitrarily

Saifuddin refutes claims Sedition Act used arbitrarily

PARLIAMENT | No surge in cases probe under Act since 2015, minister says.
Seized e-waste to be auctioned - DOE

Seized e-waste to be auctioned - DOE

More than 15k tonnes confiscated in recent Op Hazard.
DAP MP chides Immigration Dept for lack of action over passport scandal

DAP MP chides Immigration Dept for lack of action over passport scandal

This is failure of accountability, Lim says.
Minister defends RM16b helicopters rental, says it's more cost-effective

Minister defends RM16b helicopters rental, says it's more cost-effective

PARLIAMENT | Rental will be according to monthly usage, says Khaled.
'Peluncuran, not pelancuran': Mas Ermieyati corrects Tiong

'Peluncuran, not pelancuran': Mas Ermieyati corrects Tiong

UPDATED 6.16PM | PARLIAMENT | Minister's mispronunciation of word sparks laughter in Dewan Rakyat.
Opposition criticises govt failure to furnish Urban Renewal Bill ahead of tabling

Opposition criticises govt failure to furnish Urban Renewal Bill ahead of tabling

Takiyuddin says this suggests document was drafted in rushed manner.
Court advises Sosma detainees alleging assault to lodge police reports

Court advises Sosma detainees alleging assault to lodge police reports

Lawyer says all his 15 clients have given oral statements.
Dewan Rakyat attendance: My record better than Hadi's - Saifuddin

Dewan Rakyat attendance: My record better than Hadi's - Saifuddin

UPDATED 6.25PM | PARLIAMENT | Data shows PAS president only attended 54 out of 162 sessions since July 2021.
Najib's lawyers unable to find defence witness

Najib's lawyers unable to find defence witness

Ex-premier seeks Brian Chia's testimony for 1MDB trial.
Trump's 25pct tariff a challenge for M'sia, needs solution – Tok Mat

Trump's 25pct tariff a challenge for M'sia, needs solution – Tok Mat

PARLIAMENT | 60pct total trade between M'sia and US comprises E&E exports, says minister.
Empowering Rural Communities, One Harvest at a Time

Empowering Rural Communities, One Harvest at a Time

Uncover the inspiring journey of HEINEKEN Malaysia, SIROM, and Sokong’s partnership — where sustainability meets impact!

Police ban on Zakir Naik was only in 2019, says Saifuddin

Police ban on Zakir Naik was only in 2019, says Saifuddin

PARLIAMENT | Minister says ban imposed when preacher was under probe then.
Sim: Govt to introduce non-occupational accident scheme this year

Sim: Govt to introduce non-occupational accident scheme this year

Minister says the HR ministry is amending existing laws for this.
Act fast, NGO urges PM to secure commutation for Pannir

Act fast, NGO urges PM to secure commutation for Pannir

Charles says Singapore tends to execute prisoners immediately when court matters are settled.
NRD arrests 717 in crackdown on IC forgery from 2020 to 2024

NRD arrests 717 in crackdown on IC forgery from 2020 to 2024

Home Ministry will not compromise with any party, says deputy minister.
MP SPEAKS | Urban renewal is about people, not politics

MP SPEAKS | Urban renewal is about people, not politics

It's about ensuring that the next generation does not inherit slums.
Duo nabbed over bid to smuggle 4,386 turtles in suitcases from KLIA

Duo nabbed over bid to smuggle 4,386 turtles in suitcases from KLIA

Malaysian authorities acted on a tip-off and have detained 2 suspects.
Timber scheme: Samling withdraws concessions, S'wak natives celebrate

Timber scheme: Samling withdraws concessions, S'wak natives celebrate

Firm rep tells community it's abandoning logging there after persistent local resistance.
Guan Eng wants Dewan Rakyat to censure PAS MP over May 13 claim

Guan Eng wants Dewan Rakyat to censure PAS MP over May 13 claim

PARLIAMENT | Marzuk had claimed a proposed anti-racial discrimination law could trigger racial riots.
Amir refutes EPF lost money over MAHB share sales, says earned RM102m

Amir refutes EPF lost money over MAHB share sales, says earned RM102m

PARLIAMENT | Finance minister II says this contributed to its total investment income of RM63.4b in 2023.
DAP MP accuses PAS leader of defying king's advice by evoking May 13

DAP MP accuses PAS leader of defying king's advice by evoking May 13

This comes after Marzuk raised racial riots in Dewan when arguing against Anti-Racial Discrimination Act.
Nothing foolish about opposing unjust law, Fadhli tells Kepong MP

Nothing foolish about opposing unjust law, Fadhli tells Kepong MP

UPDATED 1.16PM | PAS MP stresses that Urban Renewal Act will give too much power to govt, developers.
Executing those exploited by drug syndicates unhelpful - PKR leader

Executing those exploited by drug syndicates unhelpful - PKR leader

Khairul says it robs authorities of the chance to expose criminal networks.
Passport snooze scandal: DG says probe ongoing, vows zero tolerance

Passport snooze scandal: DG says probe ongoing, vows zero tolerance

Zakaria says the officer has been reassigned to KLIA Immigration Depot.
Security in Straits of Malacca under control - MMEA

Security in Straits of Malacca under control - MMEA

No threat of piracy as several media claimed, says DG Rosli.
Animal rights NGOs to rally outside Parliament again, pan 'ignorant' Nga

Animal rights NGOs to rally outside Parliament again, pan 'ignorant' Nga

NGO leader says they want govt to reform Animal Welfare Act.
LETTER | Sosma review should focus on improvement

LETTER | Sosma review should focus on improvement

There should be no delays to the review process.
Appeals court frees ex-ministry sec-gen from graft abetment conviction

Appeals court frees ex-ministry sec-gen from graft abetment conviction

UPDATED 12PM | The conviction against the former official's son, however, stands.
S'pore court grants Pannir stay of execution after post-appeal application

S'pore court grants Pannir stay of execution after post-appeal application

The application was granted as the inmate has other ongoing legal challenges.
DAP MP slams PAS for spreading fear over Urban Renewal Act

DAP MP slams PAS for spreading fear over Urban Renewal Act

Kepong lawmaker says URA is to redevelop old, unsafe, high-risk housing.
Putin says Russia ready to resume Ukraine talks, calls for trust with US

Putin says Russia ready to resume Ukraine talks, calls for trust with US

He says trust is crucial for any meaningful progress in negotiations.
Scammers hack Kelantan MB's WhatsApp

Scammers hack Kelantan MB's WhatsApp

Nassuruddin lodges police report, urges public to ignore messages.
Kit Siang's birthday dinner: Night of celebration, subtle undercurrents

Kit Siang's birthday dinner: Night of celebration, subtle undercurrents

DAP leaders project harmony and unity amid talks of factional struggles.
YOURSAY | Low salary no excuse for corruption

YOURSAY | Low salary no excuse for corruption

‘You are teaching them to come out with absurd excuses for bribery.’