Archive - 23 February 2025

After skipping Penang DAP polls, Chow to gun for central post

After skipping Penang DAP polls, Chow to gun for central post

CM previously sat out of state party election amid speculation of waning support.
We're not bootlickers like you, Umno Youth chief tells Nazri

We're not bootlickers like you, Umno Youth chief tells Nazri

Akmal responds to ex-envoy who said the youth leader does not represent the majority of Umno.
Ismail Sabri recovering after health scare

Ismail Sabri recovering after health scare

His daughter says he is 'stable and getting better'.
Urban Renewal Act will benefit Malays - PM's aide

Urban Renewal Act will benefit Malays - PM's aide

Azman points out requirement for developers to build more affordable homes.
MACC arrests four linked to Ismail Sabri over alleged bribery

MACC arrests four linked to Ismail Sabri over alleged bribery

UPDATED 3PM | It's related to ex-PM's Keluarga Malaysia concept, ex-officials under remand.
UK to unveil new sanctions to 'turn screws' on Russia

UK to unveil new sanctions to 'turn screws' on Russia

British official calls it the biggest sanctions package since the war's early days.
China calls for effective ceasefire implementation in Gaza, 2-state solution

China calls for effective ceasefire implementation in Gaza, 2-state solution

Beijing opposes the forced displacement of Palestinians.
'10 key doubts': Beng Hock's family wants probe aimed in right direction

'10 key doubts': Beng Hock's family wants probe aimed in right direction

Family's frustration over probe's emphasis on them rather than key suspects.
EPF 2024 dividend expected to beat 2023, says finance minister II

EPF 2024 dividend expected to beat 2023, says finance minister II

Dividend for conventional savings was 5.50pct in 2023, 5.35pct in 2022.
COMMENT | Appeal for sensitive media coverage of OKU

COMMENT | Appeal for sensitive media coverage of OKU

Irresponsible media reporting will worsen prejudice in the minds of the public.
DPM: Retreat for ministers inspired new ideas for people's benefit

DPM: Retreat for ministers inspired new ideas for people's benefit

Cabinet held in-depth discussions, evaluated content for policies, Zahid says.
Zahid orders Perak BN to get cracking even before EC fixes by-election date

Zahid orders Perak BN to get cracking even before EC fixes by-election date

State chapter chief Saarani says he has received instructions from coalition supremo.
MCA veep backs Ku Li's call for MACC to probe EPF-MAHB issue

MCA veep backs Ku Li's call for MACC to probe EPF-MAHB issue

UPDATED 12.37PM | No rational person would sell low and buy high, Tan says.
Dr M's century-old ego working overtime to oust Anwar, says DAP MP

Dr M's century-old ego working overtime to oust Anwar, says DAP MP

'He cannot accept that Anwar is now PM.'
COMMENT | Why Hadi's language crusade will fail

COMMENT | Why Hadi's language crusade will fail

From Malaysia's multi-cultural heritage to BM proponents' hypocrisy, reasons to fail are aplenty.
Rep's autopsy shows heart attack, family surprised as he was active

Rep's autopsy shows heart attack, family surprised as he was active

Ishsam passed out during a football tournament in George Town.
EPF clarifies investment income and 2023 dividend payout

EPF clarifies investment income and 2023 dividend payout

This comes amid comments on the fund's investment in MAHB.
After MACC's fame over Sabah, Zaid moots option for 'reformist' PM

After MACC's fame over Sabah, Zaid moots option for 'reformist' PM

Form selection panel to choose MACC chief, ex-minister suggests.
LETTER | Sabah graft scandal: What will it take for actions to be taken?

LETTER | Sabah graft scandal: What will it take for actions to be taken?

With Sabah polls looming, investigations need to be swift and prompt.
COMMENT | Will we win war on drugs?

COMMENT | Will we win war on drugs?

It's clear punitive measures are no longer enough.
Water disruption in parts of Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran on Tuesday

Water disruption in parts of Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran on Tuesday

Emergency shutdown to start at 8am.
'Who else?' Nazri backs Anwar for second term as PM

'Who else?' Nazri backs Anwar for second term as PM

INTERVIEW | Ex-envoy says there's no other potential candidate, including from Umno.
Immigration Dept denies abuse claims at Selangor detention depot

Immigration Dept denies abuse claims at Selangor detention depot

Depot is equipped with CCTV cameras, Zakaria says.
COMMENT | Role of politicians, religious leaders to curb extremism

COMMENT | Role of politicians, religious leaders to curb extremism

Analysing situations in Singapore, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.