Archive - 21 February 2025

MCMC to enhance AI fact-check chatbot with new data for better accuracy

MCMC to enhance AI fact-check chatbot with new data for better accuracy

Regulator to also continue to study patterns of issues queried by users.
EAIC dismayed after MMEA officers let off with slap on wrist

EAIC dismayed after MMEA officers let off with slap on wrist

Commission had recommended disciplinary action against commanding officer, other personnel.
Nazri: Sedition Act needed for 'irresponsible people' like Zakir Naik

Nazri: Sedition Act needed for 'irresponsible people' like Zakir Naik

INTERVIEW | 'To me, there is always a limit to free speech.'
UN watchdog collects Fukushima water samples with China joining for first time

UN watchdog collects Fukushima water samples with China joining for first time

Move part of efforts to facilitate China's potential resumption of Japanese seafood imports.
Bakery company fined RM72k for inland water effluent discharge

Bakery company fined RM72k for inland water effluent discharge

King's Confectionery pleads guilty to three charges.

Over 2m PTPTN borrowers repaying loans as of Dec 31, 2024 - MOHE

Over 2m PTPTN borrowers repaying loans as of Dec 31, 2024 - MOHE

Nearly 400k failed to service loans, totalling RM5.25b.
PAC urges govt to tap local firms to cut healthcare costs

PAC urges govt to tap local firms to cut healthcare costs

Many local medical firms can play a bigger role, says Sim.
Corn vendor gets RM400 fine over racist sign, wife lands in prison

Corn vendor gets RM400 fine over racist sign, wife lands in prison

UPDATED 5.37PM | Indonesian spouse has no valid travel documents.
Empowering Malaysians Through Health, Fitness, and Entrepreneurship

Empowering Malaysians Through Health, Fitness, and Entrepreneurship

Under Paul Yung’s leadership, PM-International Malaysia has become more than just a direct selling company, but a platform for empowerment and education

'Pullout from timber scheme for business reasons, not community struggle'

'Pullout from timber scheme for business reasons, not community struggle'

Samling response follows Baram community celebrating move as 'landmark victory'.

Warisan mocks CM's 'guts' for preaching anti-graft while mired in scandal

Warisan mocks CM's 'guts' for preaching anti-graft while mired in scandal

UPDATED 9.14PM | 'Cakap tak serupa bikin,' says Azis.
Cops nab teen over sexual assault attempt in mosque

Cops nab teen over sexual assault attempt in mosque

He is being probed under the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 – Faizal.
No foul play in death of boy who choked on gummy candy – cops

No foul play in death of boy who choked on gummy candy – cops

However, Penang Health Department seizes candies sold from business outlet on Jalan Sungai Dua.
Lack of evidence: Police confirm NFA on autistic boy's alleged abuse case

Lack of evidence: Police confirm NFA on autistic boy's alleged abuse case

Selangor Legal Adviser office decides this after reviewing police findings.
Allianz Life highlights the importance of early detection and protection against cancer

Allianz Life highlights the importance of early detection and protection against cancer

In conjunction with the World Cancer Day, Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad (Allianz Life) is raising awareness about the importance of financial preparedness in the fight against cancer.
Skudai rep: Urban Renewal Act can solve issues of shabby flats

Skudai rep: Urban Renewal Act can solve issues of shabby flats

Many old, problematic flats can benefit, Marina says.
Sabah's Sapangar Bay: An emerging gateway to regional and global trade

Sabah's Sapangar Bay: An emerging gateway to regional and global trade

The Bornean state is well-poised to become the region's next leading logistics and trade hub.
MAHB share sale will not affect national security - Transport Ministry

MAHB share sale will not affect national security - Transport Ministry

'Consortium is being led by GLIC companies via 70 percent majority shareholding.'
NGO slams Saifuddin over lack of gag order against Zakir Naik

NGO slams Saifuddin over lack of gag order against Zakir Naik

Group leader says there seems to be double standards concerning minorities' religious rights.
'Leprosy situation in Kuala Pilah under control, no isolation required'

'Leprosy situation in Kuala Pilah under control, no isolation required'

UPDATED 3.48PM | Health Ministry urges people to cooperate with authorities during case detection activity.
Tens of millions go up in smoke for carpet dealer Deepak in Nilai blaze

Tens of millions go up in smoke for carpet dealer Deepak in Nilai blaze

He estimates his losses to be between RM30m and RM40m.
Man tries to sexually assault child at mosque, video goes viral

Man tries to sexually assault child at mosque, video goes viral

Mosque committee member says suspect has been nabbed.
I only 'cut and pasted' Arab donor statement, MACC officer testifies

I only 'cut and pasted' Arab donor statement, MACC officer testifies

UPDATED 2.48PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Defence witness says he did not ask additional questions from the purported royal's attorney.
185 GISBH-linked kids handed over to families on bond: S'gor exco

185 GISBH-linked kids handed over to families on bond: S'gor exco

If the bond's terms are violated, authorities are empowered to take the children.
Trilingual signboard: Skip the double standards, DAP Youth tells Fadhli

Trilingual signboard: Skip the double standards, DAP Youth tells Fadhli

Inject noble values when doing politics, Woo says.
LETTER | Hidden scars of housing racism in M'sia

LETTER | Hidden scars of housing racism in M'sia

This is an urgent call to reform.
Anwar denies blocking foreign leaders from meeting Dr M

Anwar denies blocking foreign leaders from meeting Dr M

PM says no such requests have been made to him.
Kulasegaran withdraws from DAP polls, wants new faces

Kulasegaran withdraws from DAP polls, wants new faces

Former minister urges the party to stay true to its founding principles.
COMMENT | End of birthright citizenship in US?

COMMENT | End of birthright citizenship in US?

Innocent baby ends up being a victim.
COMMENT | How M'sians can tactically deal with Zakir Naik's non-ban

COMMENT | How M'sians can tactically deal with Zakir Naik's non-ban

Treat him with respect to save nation from utter destruction.
COMMENT | Why not list trillion ringgit Petronas?

COMMENT | Why not list trillion ringgit Petronas?

Potential listing benefits are huge.
Agong's health shows significant improvement after treatment: PM

Agong's health shows significant improvement after treatment: PM

Anwar says he was granted audience twice in Bahrain.
Zakir Naik: No mute button

Zakir Naik: No mute button

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