Archive - 25 February 2025

PKR rep wonders if Hadi's aide doubts his boss' ability as PM candidate

PKR rep wonders if Hadi's aide doubts his boss' ability as PM candidate

Syahir's expectation for a technocrat to replace Anwar shocks Najwan.
Umno Youth to lobby for its candidate to contest Ayer Kuning polls

Umno Youth to lobby for its candidate to contest Ayer Kuning polls

Akmal says wing will submit name, but party leadership has final say.
Media Council Bill still flawed, rues Wan Saiful

Media Council Bill still flawed, rues Wan Saiful

Inclusion of govt reps undermines efforts to make council self-regulatory for industry - MP.
AGC halts proceedings against Sabah anti-graft rally organisers

AGC halts proceedings against Sabah anti-graft rally organisers

UPDATED 7.49PM | They were expected to face criminal charges in April.
2025 Malaysia Technology Expo: Uniting Global Innovators for a Brighter Future

2025 Malaysia Technology Expo: Uniting Global Innovators for a Brighter Future

A total of 86 exhibitors from 12 countries gathered at the expo in Kuala Lumpur to showcase their innovations

HR Ministry files police report on post accusing it of pluralism, liberalism

HR Ministry files police report on post accusing it of pluralism, liberalism

Allegation is malicious, aimed at inciting religious sentiments - ministry.
Ayer Kuning by-election: Zahid confirms notice sent to EC

Ayer Kuning by-election: Zahid confirms notice sent to EC

Umno to hold discussions on preparations, party chief says.
T'ganu to monitor unauthorised sale of food to Muslims during Ramadan

T'ganu to monitor unauthorised sale of food to Muslims during Ramadan

Move to prevent Muslims from taking advantage of convenient stores, non-Muslim eateries.
Court sets March 24 to hear AGC's appeal over Najib's addendum

Court sets March 24 to hear AGC's appeal over Najib's addendum

Govt seeks to halt Najib's house arrest bid.
Subsidised rice to be monitored with two-tier control system

Subsidised rice to be monitored with two-tier control system

Local white rice will not disappear from the market, says Badrul Hisham.
'Sabah Umno not weak' - Bung says no hurry to find election partners

'Sabah Umno not weak' - Bung says no hurry to find election partners

Party committed to once again emerge as dominant force - Kinabatangan MP.
Ex-convict gets 15 years in jail for terrorism-related offences

Ex-convict gets 15 years in jail for terrorism-related offences

The accused had served three years in 2018 for a similar offence.
Transport Ministry backs Ocean Infinity's renewed MH370 search

Transport Ministry backs Ocean Infinity's renewed MH370 search

Govt still in the midst of finalising contract.
Thai PM vows to eradicate call centre gangs

Thai PM vows to eradicate call centre gangs

Paetongtarn says ongoing crackdown a critical issue affecting the public.
Ismail Sabri's 3 ex-aides freed on MACC bail

Ismail Sabri's 3 ex-aides freed on MACC bail

Release coincides with conclusion of remand period.
Hadi's aide rejects Nazri's 'PMXI' views, calls for technocrat leader

Hadi's aide rejects Nazri's 'PMXI' views, calls for technocrat leader

Syahir cites late S'gor MB Khalid Ibrahim.
Existing law prevents appointment of DBKL councillors, says Zaliha

Existing law prevents appointment of DBKL councillors, says Zaliha

PARLIAMENT | Minister has instructed for the Act to be studied.
Dzulkefly: More time needed to discuss nurses' 45-hour work week with PSD

Dzulkefly: More time needed to discuss nurses' 45-hour work week with PSD

PARLIAMENT | This is to address concerns over staff welfare, additional burden of duties.
Sexual harassment by cops: Activists urge minister to enact reforms

Sexual harassment by cops: Activists urge minister to enact reforms

Memorandum also calls for fast-tracking implementation of body cameras for police officers.
3,670 porn websites blocked as of Feb 15 - Fahmi

3,670 porn websites blocked as of Feb 15 - Fahmi

'Proactive monitoring and cooperation with service providers continue to be enhanced.'
Ex-1MDB chair testifies Najib didn't intimidate KPMG auditor

Ex-1MDB chair testifies Najib didn't intimidate KPMG auditor

1MDB TRIAL | Defence witness backs ex-premier's version of event.
Politicians exploiting race divide us, not vernacular schools - DAP Youth

Politicians exploiting race divide us, not vernacular schools - DAP Youth

Unity cannot be built by suppressing one side, says Harish.
May 18 to hear 1MDB whistleblower's criminal defamation appeal

May 18 to hear 1MDB whistleblower's criminal defamation appeal

Case is linked to Terengganu sultanah.
COMMENT | Only corrupt govts defend anti-whistleblower loopholes

COMMENT | Only corrupt govts defend anti-whistleblower loopholes

When political warlords refuse to protect whistleblowers, governments lose all credibility.
Memimpin Revolusi Logistik dan Mobiliti Malaysia

Memimpin Revolusi Logistik dan Mobiliti Malaysia

Lalamove memperluas perkhidmatan logistik dan e-hailing di Malaysia, meningkatkan kemudahan sejak 2018

Senior citizen fined RM30k for uploading offensive post about Agong, Malay rulers

Senior citizen fined RM30k for uploading offensive post about Agong, Malay rulers

Judge metes out the fine after 67-year-old accused pleads guilty.
'Gay kiss in M'sia': London judge says The 1975 members not personally liable

'Gay kiss in M'sia': London judge says The 1975 members not personally liable

However, judge allows case against the band’s corporate entity to proceed.
LETTER | Dept of Environment auctioning 15 tons of seized e-waste

LETTER | Dept of Environment auctioning 15 tons of seized e-waste

Inconsistent waste management policies impacting environmental safety.
LG Malaysia and Olympic medalist Lee Zii Jia power into the future - extending winning partnership

LG Malaysia and Olympic medalist Lee Zii Jia power into the future - extending winning partnership

The partnership extension marks a significant milestone in the collaboration that began in 2022, furthering LG's vision of bringing Life's Good to consumers through its advanced technologies and innovative solutions.
UKM VC issue: Minister says 'too sensitive' for Parliament

UKM VC issue: Minister says 'too sensitive' for Parliament

Allegations of power abuse, ex-VC had 'Datuk' title revoked.
Nothing sinister in Najib's 1MDB-Goldman Sachs meeting: Ex-chair

Nothing sinister in Najib's 1MDB-Goldman Sachs meeting: Ex-chair

UPDATED 2.30PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Che Lodin testifies that Jho Low was in the next room when meeting took place.
Oil palm replanting about 50pct short of target, minister says

Oil palm replanting about 50pct short of target, minister says

Replanting a priority to boost productivity without expanding land use, Johari adds.
Whither US$248m, Guan Eng asks after 1MDB suit dropped

Whither US$248m, Guan Eng asks after 1MDB suit dropped

Public interest requires a full accounting, says ex-finance minister.
Sub judice rule shielded Najib from 1MDB, now deflects addendum queries

Sub judice rule shielded Najib from 1MDB, now deflects addendum queries

Azalina cites 23(1)(g) of the Dewan Rakyat's Standing Orders to stop addendum talks in Parliament.
Latheefa pans successor's 'edited video can't be used' argument

Latheefa pans successor's 'edited video can't be used' argument

She points to audio clip conversation between Najib, Rosmah used in court.
COMMENT | Parliament reform: Bold step in boosting democracy

COMMENT | Parliament reform: Bold step in boosting democracy

PSA fundamental shift that will reshape the functioning of Parliament.
Bersatu: Is Sabah CM saying filmed reps victims of privacy intrusion?

Bersatu: Is Sabah CM saying filmed reps victims of privacy intrusion?

Affan says Hajiji's 'illogical' remark can create confusion.
Umno Youth exco: Closing SJKC, SJKT better for unity than inclusive history

Umno Youth exco: Closing SJKC, SJKT better for unity than inclusive history

This comes after a DAP MP proposed history of all M'sian races be taught in school.
Following rally, animal rights groups to meet ministry soon

Following rally, animal rights groups to meet ministry soon

Ministry has given 3 dates to meet in Putrajaya - NGO leader.
18 VIPs granted DNAA since 2017, says Azalina

18 VIPs granted DNAA since 2017, says Azalina

Minister says the highest number was in 2020 and 2023.
Weaving on-demand logistics into everyday Malaysian life

Weaving on-demand logistics into everyday Malaysian life

"Lalamove-it" has become a go-to phrase in Malaysia, symbolizing convenience and trust for seamless deliveries
Urban Renewal Act: 'Govt has no right to change original ownership status'

Urban Renewal Act: 'Govt has no right to change original ownership status'

UPDATED 11.54AM | PARLIAMENT | No provision under the proposed Act that will allow this, says Anwar.
Good thing Latheefa led MACC for only 9 months, Puad says

Good thing Latheefa led MACC for only 9 months, Puad says

Could've been more damage, selective prosecution, claims the Umno leader.
PM's 'war on graft' just theatrics: Ex-MACC chief

PM's 'war on graft' just theatrics: Ex-MACC chief

Latheefa points to addendum, partial pardon granted to Najib.
Govt studying bid to merge public health enforcement roles

Govt studying bid to merge public health enforcement roles

This is to ensure system is more sustainable, minister says.
Malaysia answering call to aid Baitulmaqdis in Palestine - PM

Malaysia answering call to aid Baitulmaqdis in Palestine - PM

Assistance for Al-Quds University, madrasahs, schools, hospitals, Anwar says.
COMMENT | Who is lying over MAHB share sales, Amir or Wee?

COMMENT | Who is lying over MAHB share sales, Amir or Wee?

Issue of interest is opportunity cost as high as RM686m.
MP SPEAKS | Review Home Ministry trespass charge against Suaram duo

MP SPEAKS | Review Home Ministry trespass charge against Suaram duo

Any form of peaceful dialogue with govt must be encouraged, not stifled.
IGP donates RM10k paid by Papagomo to police welfare fund

IGP donates RM10k paid by Papagomo to police welfare fund

Razarudin hopes money will benefit children of police personnel.
'Shorter training period not to tackle medical officer shortage'

'Shorter training period not to tackle medical officer shortage'

Health DG says MOH in final stages of reviewing proposal.
YOURSAY | Anwar sends mixed messages in trying to please allies

YOURSAY | Anwar sends mixed messages in trying to please allies

'If you want everyone to be happy, sell ice cream.'