Archive - 9 April 2025

Pahang denies violating court order in durian tree felling operation

Pahang denies violating court order in durian tree felling operation

'Land illegally occupied, not protected by any court order.'
Deputy minister reprimands those mocking PM’s 'takbir raya'

Deputy minister reprimands those mocking PM’s 'takbir raya'

Not everything is a joke, Zulkifli scoffs at critics.
23 PN reps visit Kg Sungai Baru to hear villagers’ grouses

23 PN reps visit Kg Sungai Baru to hear villagers’ grouses

One resident claims even previous govt leaders sided with developer.
Citizenship row: Retract claims or risk lawsuit, Warisan tells Shafie’s critics

Citizenship row: Retract claims or risk lawsuit, Warisan tells Shafie’s critics

What is wrong helping stateless locals, lawyer asks.
Putra Heights aid: S’gor to raise RM500k through salary deductions

Putra Heights aid: S’gor to raise RM500k through salary deductions

This will come from state excos, assemblypersons and top civil servants – Amirudin.
Putra Heights aid: S’gor to raise RM500k through salary deductions

Putra Heights aid: S’gor to raise RM500k through salary deductions

This will come from state excos, assemblypersons and top civil servants – Amirudin.
Report: Structural failure, unapproved modifications caused Kapar plane crash

Report: Structural failure, unapproved modifications caused Kapar plane crash

Pilot also engaged in aggressive flying manoeuvres, report states.
'11-year-old impregnates teen cousin' - MP blames fractured families

'11-year-old impregnates teen cousin' - MP blames fractured families

Syefura calls for sex education, greater digital awareness among parents.
Yusoff Rawther unable to open driver's side door during raid – witness

Yusoff Rawther unable to open driver's side door during raid – witness

Suspect was calm during raid, another witness says.
Court sentences ex-Welfare Dept officer to 468 years jail, RM180m fine, rotan

Court sentences ex-Welfare Dept officer to 468 years jail, RM180m fine, rotan

Kuching Sessions Court finds him guilty of money laundering, criminal breach of trust.
Court allows Bung, wife to stay defence proceedings

Court allows Bung, wife to stay defence proceedings

Judge fixes dates in August and September to commence trial.
HR Ministry, Miti to gather data on firms, workers affected by pipeline fire

HR Ministry, Miti to gather data on firms, workers affected by pipeline fire

It is also govt's priority to restore gas supply to those affected, Fahmi says.
1MDB withdraws suit against S’porean woman in Rosmah luxury goods case

1MDB withdraws suit against S’porean woman in Rosmah luxury goods case

She was initially named as co-defendant with Rosmah.
AI Presents Growth Opportunities for Malaysian eCommerce Sellers, Despite Adoption Challenges, Lazada Report Reveals

AI Presents Growth Opportunities for Malaysian eCommerce Sellers, Despite Adoption Challenges, Lazada Report Reveals

Lazada’s new playbook provides sellers with best practices, actionable insights and resources to help integrate AI into their operations.
PM: Judicial appointments reform to continue despite court case

PM: Judicial appointments reform to continue despite court case

Anwar says this after lawyer filed legal challenge on Judicial Appointments Commission Act.
M'sia among nations that may see gains due to US' tariffs - ratings agency

M'sia among nations that may see gains due to US' tariffs - ratings agency

We may benefit from trade diversion activity, it adds.
Rape, incest reports surge 22pct in K'tan - police

Rape, incest reports surge 22pct in K'tan - police

However, investigations show that many turned out to be consensual sex.
No winner in tariff spat, says ex-Bank Negara assistant governor

No winner in tariff spat, says ex-Bank Negara assistant governor

Only way forward is through negotiation to minimise damage, Sheng opined.
Cops nab teen over alleged sale of doctored indecent images in Johor

Cops nab teen over alleged sale of doctored indecent images in Johor

UPDATED 4.58PM | Police also seized his handphone, Kumar says.
Fahmi: Govt open to suggestions on reforming MACC chief appointment

Fahmi: Govt open to suggestions on reforming MACC chief appointment

Cabinet did not discuss extending Azam's tenure today, govt spokesperson adds.
COMMENT | Understanding youth radicalisation: An overview - Part 1

COMMENT | Understanding youth radicalisation: An overview - Part 1

Govts realise it is a problem that requires multi-dimensional solutions.
Trump tariffs: Putrajaya to discuss on Monday, Fahmi says

Trump tariffs: Putrajaya to discuss on Monday, Fahmi says

UPDATED 9.07PM | 'Asean trade ministers are meeting tomorrow.'
1MDB: Witness protection chief rebuffs Najib's subpoena

1MDB: Witness protection chief rebuffs Najib's subpoena

UPDATED 4.16PM | The official is barred under Witness Protection Act from divulging details about its unit – prosecution.
Federal govt channels RM14.7m to Selangor for disaster assistance

Federal govt channels RM14.7m to Selangor for disaster assistance

Funds also cover victims affected by recent gas pipeline fire, says Nadma DG.
Pipeline fire: Ground stabilisation operation intensifies

Pipeline fire: Ground stabilisation operation intensifies

It's expected to be completed by this afternoon to expedite investigation report.
Cable thefts, signalling issue disrupt KLIA Ekspres, Transit services

Cable thefts, signalling issue disrupt KLIA Ekspres, Transit services

UPDATED 5.55PM | Team is working around the clock to restore full service, says ERL.
Can senior civil servants be active in politics? - PAS on BN candidate

Can senior civil servants be active in politics? - PAS on BN candidate

Fadhli wants to know if Yusri has broken ministry rules as a DG52 grade officer.
LG Malaysia celebrates Hari Raya with ‘Raya Berkat, Ganjaran Hebat’ Promotion

LG Malaysia celebrates Hari Raya with ‘Raya Berkat, Ganjaran Hebat’ Promotion

Celebrate the festive season with up to RM188 in Touch ‘n Go eWallet Credits
Indecent edited photos of Kulai high school students, alumni being sold

Indecent edited photos of Kulai high school students, alumni being sold

Police reports have been lodged, school vows no compromise.
M'sia discusses new trade initiatives with EU, US Asean business councils

M'sia discusses new trade initiatives with EU, US Asean business councils

Meeting also aimed to identify issues faced by investors, says minister.
Taylor’s College Marks Foray into Digital Design

Taylor’s College Marks Foray into Digital Design

Taylor’s College continues to drive innovation in education with the launch of the Diploma in Digital Design (DIDD) programme.
Man arrested with wildlife worth over RM90k in Johor

Man arrested with wildlife worth over RM90k in Johor

Two premises raided during a joint intelligence operation.
Shield What Matters: Discover S.K. Shutter’s Cutting-Edge Solutions

Shield What Matters: Discover S.K. Shutter’s Cutting-Edge Solutions

Safeguard your industrial space with S.K. Shutter's solutions for facility protection

Instagram users under 16 can no longer livestream without parental consent

Instagram users under 16 can no longer livestream without parental consent

Meta says Teen Accounts feature will be expanded to FB and Messenger.
COMMENT | DBKL's land deals must be made public for scrutiny

COMMENT | DBKL's land deals must be made public for scrutiny

Furore could have been avoided if public had been told the truth.
PKR division chief challengers eye replacing 'busy' minister, MPs

PKR division chief challengers eye replacing 'busy' minister, MPs

Afdlin says party members told him they've never met Nik Nazmi.
Man held for allegedly threatening DBKL officers on Facebook

Man held for allegedly threatening DBKL officers on Facebook

KL police chief says suspect's action a form of intimidation and incitement.
Bullied for 6 years due to family's political stand, buck teeth

Bullied for 6 years due to family's political stand, buck teeth

Teachers, pupils joined to pick on me, Siti says.
YOURSAY | Strength in numbers might help Asean with tariff woes

YOURSAY | Strength in numbers might help Asean with tariff woes

'If you want to negotiate, go with honesty and transparency.'
COMMENT | Can Asean fight back against Trump's tariffs?

COMMENT | Can Asean fight back against Trump's tariffs?

US protectionism upending rules-based trade order.
'Ustaz vs ustaz' in Ayer Kuning after PN fields Tapah PAS chief

'Ustaz vs ustaz' in Ayer Kuning after PN fields Tapah PAS chief

Muhaimin's BN rival is also an ustaz.
Zafrul corrects Trump admin

Zafrul corrects Trump admin

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