Archive - 8 April 2025

200 durian trees destroyed: Pahang accused of violating court order

200 durian trees destroyed: Pahang accused of violating court order

'We'll initiate legal proceedings to hold state govt accountable.'
PAS leader raps ustaz for visiting non-Muslim house of worship

PAS leader raps ustaz for visiting non-Muslim house of worship

No need to go temple to prove Islam is religion of tolerance - Mokhtar.
Yusoff Rawther trial: Chemist confirms 300g cannabis block

Yusoff Rawther trial: Chemist confirms 300g cannabis block

Conclusive result that the substance is cannabis - Harlisa.
Tariffs: Zafrul to lead Malaysian delegation to US

Tariffs: Zafrul to lead Malaysian delegation to US

He will be accompanied by Miti officials.
Putra Heights fire: Mechanical, environment factors also probed - cops

Putra Heights fire: Mechanical, environment factors also probed - cops

Possibility of corrosion, looking into natural erosion, Hussein says.
Ex-SB officer corrects testimony on Koh, Amri task force

Ex-SB officer corrects testimony on Koh, Amri task force

My statement recorded but task force never called me to testify - Awaludin.
Warisan leader cites 'article' of Armizan meeting 'billionaires'

Warisan leader cites 'article' of Armizan meeting 'billionaires'

Au questions if tycoons given licences to mine coal in Sabah.
COMMENT | MACC chief's tenure ending, chance to chart new path

COMMENT | MACC chief's tenure ending, chance to chart new path

Critiquing plans to keep Azam, call to reform MACC's appointment process.
Najib had authority to reject 1MDB financial decisions, court told

Najib had authority to reject 1MDB financial decisions, court told

Must refer any decision with major implications to the PM, says ex-cop.
FBM KLCI ends almost flat on cautious sentiment

FBM KLCI ends almost flat on cautious sentiment

Benchmark index slips 0.24 of-a-point to 1,443.56 from yesterday’s 1,443.80 close.
Zayn Rayyan strangled to death, says forensics consultant

Zayn Rayyan strangled to death, says forensics consultant

Witness testifies in child neglect trial of the parents of the late six-year-old boy.
Land acquisition for PIL 2A road project lawful - Penang CM's office

Land acquisition for PIL 2A road project lawful - Penang CM's office

RM24m paid to affected parties since December, it adds.
Myanmar quake: Nbat gifted to Nadma team as token of gratitude

Myanmar quake: Nbat gifted to Nadma team as token of gratitude

It's a gesture of respect for those involved in search and rescue operations.
Tariffs: US Chamber of Commerce may sue Trump govt - reports

Tariffs: US Chamber of Commerce may sue Trump govt - reports

It may claim Trump's use of emergency powers was illegal.
BN's rejuvenation not just about young candidates, says Mat Hasan

BN's rejuvenation not just about young candidates, says Mat Hasan

Coalition's deputy chair comments on its candidate for Ayer Kuning polls.
Rafflesia conservation in K'tan under threat from uncontrolled development

Rafflesia conservation in K'tan under threat from uncontrolled development

World's largest flower's survival at stake due to unchecked agriculture, lack of awareness.
Draft amendments to Finas Act to be submitted to AGC this week

Draft amendments to Finas Act to be submitted to AGC this week

Keeping the law relevant with changes in technology, content production.
Govt to develop border areas with Asean nations for economic activities

Govt to develop border areas with Asean nations for economic activities

Such investments and cooperation can help the bloc, PM says.
Housing Ministry mulls new law to improve property management

Housing Ministry mulls new law to improve property management

Many owners and tenants face hardship due to mismanagement, Nga says.
April 23 hearing for Papagomo's sedition case

April 23 hearing for Papagomo's sedition case

Case is over posting of seditious publications against Agong.
PSM again fields Bawani in Ayer Kuning

PSM again fields Bawani in Ayer Kuning

UPDATED 4.46PM | In GE15, the PSM deputy sec-gen lost the seat in a five-sided battle.
DAP MP defends PAS lawmaker's Hindu temple visit

DAP MP defends PAS lawmaker's Hindu temple visit

Elected leaders must represent all regardless of background - Syahredzan.
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Enjoy 20% off Whoscall Premium and stand a chance to win big — because staying scam-free is the best gift this Raya.
Court denies Perlis govt's review, Loh's three children still Hindu

Court denies Perlis govt's review, Loh's three children still Hindu

UPDATED 3.31PM | Case linked to unilateral Islamic conversions.
COMMENT | Advancing Indonesia-M'sia ties in pivotal Asean year

COMMENT | Advancing Indonesia-M'sia ties in pivotal Asean year

Labour cooperation remains an important sector.
Prosecution to file preliminary objection against Muhyiddin's bid in sedition case

Prosecution to file preliminary objection against Muhyiddin's bid in sedition case

DPP says they applied for a new date for further case management.
Musk personally asked Trump to reconsider new tariffs - report

Musk personally asked Trump to reconsider new tariffs - report

However, it appears unsuccessful as US president threatens to add new tariffs on China.
COMMENT | Narrowing data gaps to ensure no woman or girl left behind

COMMENT | Narrowing data gaps to ensure no woman or girl left behind

Quality data gives clarity, paving way for good policies and impactful programmes.
MRSM bullying case: Discipline committee recommends expulsion – Asyraf

MRSM bullying case: Discipline committee recommends expulsion – Asyraf

UPDATED 5.38PM | 'Two students physically involved in the bullying while five others collaborated.'
M'sia to dispatch officials to Washington, initiate tariff talks - Anwar

M'sia to dispatch officials to Washington, initiate tariff talks - Anwar

UPDATED 12.05PM | PM says Asean nations have reached a consensus on this.
LETTER | Trade calm, not war

LETTER | Trade calm, not war

Why Malaysia's no-tariff move makes sense.
6 UN agencies sound alarm over humanitarian crisis in Gaza

6 UN agencies sound alarm over humanitarian crisis in Gaza

No commercial or humanitarian aid has entered for more than a month.
Toddler injured after falling out of vehicle

Toddler injured after falling out of vehicle

Father drives on for 2km before realising son was not in car.
Bukit Cherakah: NGOs plead with judiciary to get 2024 grounds of judgment

Bukit Cherakah: NGOs plead with judiciary to get 2024 grounds of judgment

Groups say they can't secure Federal Court hearing date without the grounds.
Nearly 95pct of KL Tower staff accept offer from new concessionaire

Nearly 95pct of KL Tower staff accept offer from new concessionaire

LSHSM CEO says some are too seasoned to continue their careers.
WORQ Coworking Spaces: Offering Flexibility and Connecting Modern Professionals

WORQ Coworking Spaces: Offering Flexibility and Connecting Modern Professionals

WORQ combines flexibility, strategic location, and a strong community focus to create an ideal environment for professionals and businesses of all sizes.
'M'sia reduces death row numbers but increases new sentences'

'M'sia reduces death row numbers but increases new sentences'

Country remains among 54 that still retain the death penalty - Amnesty.
COMMENT | Trump's tariffs: Market jitters, but impact likely limited

COMMENT | Trump's tariffs: Market jitters, but impact likely limited

Reckless tariffs not a real threat to global trade.
YOURSAY | Tariff mitigation plans more important than vilifying Trump

YOURSAY | Tariff mitigation plans more important than vilifying Trump

'Hire a strong economist who can charter better strategic plans.'
COMMENT | A house divided against itself cannot stand

COMMENT | A house divided against itself cannot stand

The only relief comes from casting our ballots and individual acts of kindness.