Archive - 21 April 2025

Curbing drug abuse: Ministry lays out 5 new SOPs for organising concerts

Curbing drug abuse: Ministry lays out 5 new SOPs for organising concerts

Yeoh says it is to ensure entertainment activities are held in safe environment.
No approval for new pig farms in Muslim-majority areas: Perak exco

No approval for new pig farms in Muslim-majority areas: Perak exco

Most existing premises long-established on private land, Sivanesan assures.
MACC probes officer found at entertainment centre raid

MACC probes officer found at entertainment centre raid

Personnel from integrity unit recently investigated by police.
Penang LRT project still on track, MRT Corp says

Penang LRT project still on track, MRT Corp says

Company responds to MCA concerns on project's progress.
Don't exploit Quranic verses, hadiths for political gain - Na'im

Don't exploit Quranic verses, hadiths for political gain - Na'im

'It's always advisable to refer to mufti department, relevant authorities.'
Samsuri's reps send memo over TCO

Samsuri's reps send memo over TCO

T'ganu MB cites 'excessive surveillance' and political intimidation.
Witness: 1MDB chose to split US$1b, not BNM's call

Witness: 1MDB chose to split US$1b, not BNM's call

1MDB TRIAL | Ex-bank CEO details what went down over transaction.
'Proposal to limit PM's tenure, political financing bill still under review'

'Proposal to limit PM's tenure, political financing bill still under review'

Both laws will be applicable at state level if enacted, says Azalina.
Wearing Jalur Gemilang badge can boost love for country: Aminuddin

Wearing Jalur Gemilang badge can boost love for country: Aminuddin

Negri Sembilan MB says spirit of togetherness must always be nurtured.
Set up special panel to tackle land encroachment, Pahang govt urged

Set up special panel to tackle land encroachment, Pahang govt urged

Zulpuri says committee should be given three months to submit proposed action plan.
Drug-positive KL police station chief to face disciplinary action

Drug-positive KL police station chief to face disciplinary action

KL police chief says any criminal misconduct won't be compromised.
No need to fear me unless you touch on 3R, Akmal tells Ayer Kuning voters

No need to fear me unless you touch on 3R, Akmal tells Ayer Kuning voters

AYER KUNING | Umno leader questions need to display his face on poster, urges healthy campaigning.
Kitten killing: Bandar Kuching MP smells a rat, wants post-mortem

Kitten killing: Bandar Kuching MP smells a rat, wants post-mortem

This comes after Unimas rules out it was a human act, blames male cat.
Aaron warns against repeat of Jalur Gemilang gaffe

Aaron warns against repeat of Jalur Gemilang gaffe

Errors such as missing crescent moon can cause public unease, undermine unity, harmony - minister.
KL Tower takeover: Minister stresses govt does not take sides

KL Tower takeover: Minister stresses govt does not take sides

Eviction notice not act of oppression but lawful procedure, Fahmi adds.
12 projects under MCMC nominated as WSIS Prizes 2025’s finalists

12 projects under MCMC nominated as WSIS Prizes 2025’s finalists

The shortlisted initiatives were outstanding, reinforcing Malaysia’s position in the global digital landscape
Pope Francis dies at 88

Pope Francis dies at 88

UPDATED 5PM | The pope passed away at 7.35am.
Focus Point Launches “Focus Point 360° APEC Roadshow” at Suria KLCC

Focus Point Launches “Focus Point 360° APEC Roadshow” at Suria KLCC

Free Comprehensive Eye Screenings and Exclusive Eyewear Deals from 17–27 April 2025
Changes to witness protection law to be tabled in June

Changes to witness protection law to be tabled in June

It is among several bills to be presented in Parliament, says Azalina.
Wildlife trafficking via KLIA shows no sign of slowing down, another nabbed

Wildlife trafficking via KLIA shows no sign of slowing down, another nabbed

Authorities arrest Indian national with a gibbon and six turtles.
PKR polls: Anwar breaks into song, rules out cabinet reshuffle

PKR polls: Anwar breaks into song, rules out cabinet reshuffle

UPDATED 3.44PM | PKR president serenades reporters with a P Ramlee tune.
Razman threatens legal action against DAP Youth chief over caricature

Razman threatens legal action against DAP Youth chief over caricature

Perak PAS leader believes the picture posted on Facebook violates CMA.
Big names ousted in PKR divisional polls due to 'arrogance': Hassan

Big names ousted in PKR divisional polls due to 'arrogance': Hassan

Pasir Gudang MP says some leaders have become elitists upon gaining power.
Minister: Jalur Gemilang school badges can help prevent flag gaffes

Minister: Jalur Gemilang school badges can help prevent flag gaffes

Women's ministry will include education on national flag in parenting programmes.
Govt ready to shift to home-based schooling during Asean summit

Govt ready to shift to home-based schooling during Asean summit

Education minister says this is to alleviate traffic congestion during the event.
After hospital uses 'kuil haram', Saravanan wants PM to ban term

After hospital uses 'kuil haram', Saravanan wants PM to ban term

UPDATED 11.56AM | Taiping Hospital responds to a complaint of a temple there.
Liew, Sazalye among PKR leaders ousted in Sabah divisional polls

Liew, Sazalye among PKR leaders ousted in Sabah divisional polls

However, the state PKR chief successfully retains his Kota Belud division chief seat.
COMMENT | Why Xi's visit was met with silence from commentators

COMMENT | Why Xi's visit was met with silence from commentators

It lays bare Malaysia's failures as a country once ahead of China.
Jakim reviewing Hadi's remarks that voting more important than haj

Jakim reviewing Hadi's remarks that voting more important than haj

UPDATED 10.50AM | The review is to ensure Muslims understand importance of pilgrimage in Islam.
COMMENT | What makes you ashamed to be Malaysian?

COMMENT | What makes you ashamed to be Malaysian?

To feel ashamed, you need a sense of morality or conscience.
Zahid arrives in Indonesia for 3-day official visit

Zahid arrives in Indonesia for 3-day official visit

The DPM is expected to discuss education, food security, and others with counterparts.
Chinese schools #metoo moment

Chinese schools #metoo moment

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