Archive - 16 May 2025

Over 100 rally in Putrajaya, urging halt to stray animal culling

Over 100 rally in Putrajaya, urging halt to stray animal culling

Protesters handed over memoranda to 2 ministries.
Drug users often linked to 28 other criminal offences - minister

Drug users often linked to 28 other criminal offences - minister

To address wide range of crimes, we must first tackle drug problem, Saifuddin says.
'Get jobs for stranded Bangladeshi workers before recruiting more'

'Get jobs for stranded Bangladeshi workers before recruiting more'

Many lured in, went into debt, only to find themselves jobless - Glorene.
Ex-shop assistant fined RM100 for 'insulting' TikTok broadcast

Ex-shop assistant fined RM100 for 'insulting' TikTok broadcast

She compared a person's face before and after makeup.
Court of Appeal to hear ex-Sabah minister's review bid on July 9

Court of Appeal to hear ex-Sabah minister's review bid on July 9

Peter was jailed for falsifying documents related to a Universiti Malaysia Sabah contract.
Facebook user under MCMC probe over racially sensitive post

Facebook user under MCMC probe over racially sensitive post

Commission says content has racial undertones that could stir ethnic sensitivities in S'wak.
MISI Continues to Empower Talents Through Creativity and Technology: AI-Powered Photography and Visual Editing Programme

MISI Continues to Empower Talents Through Creativity and Technology: AI-Powered Photography and Visual Editing Programme

This initiative reaffirms the government’s ongoing commitment to upskilling Malaysian Indian talent for future-ready careers.
Schools affected by Asean Summit should be given holiday - PIBGN

Schools affected by Asean Summit should be given holiday - PIBGN

The 46th Asean Summit will take place on May 26 and 27.
EAIC uncovers misconduct by Fisheries Dept, MMEA officers

EAIC uncovers misconduct by Fisheries Dept, MMEA officers

Commission recommends disciplinary action.
Supporting green careers: How PERKESO is empowering Malaysia’s workforce shift

Supporting green careers: How PERKESO is empowering Malaysia’s workforce shift

PERKESO’s EIS is helping workers adapt and thrive as the economy transitions to a greener future.
Akmal to Anwar: 'We are not obsessed with Najib, just want fair treatment'

Akmal to Anwar: 'We are not obsessed with Najib, just want fair treatment'

We want Najib to be given his rights, says Umno Youth chief.
Education gap widening due to economic pressures - minister

Education gap widening due to economic pressures - minister

Some students work after school to cover family expenses, Zaliha says.
COMMENT | Save elephants, help ourselves too

COMMENT | Save elephants, help ourselves too

Our roads have become 'rivers of death'.
M'sian economy expands 4.4pct in 1Q, anchored by household spending

M'sian economy expands 4.4pct in 1Q, anchored by household spending

UPDATED 3.15PM | It's further supported by steady investment activity, says Bank Negara governor.
Lorry driver charged with causing death of nine FRU personnel

Lorry driver charged with causing death of nine FRU personnel

The 45-year-old driver pleads not guilty to the charges.
COMMENT | Apple polishers, and the apple of father's eye

COMMENT | Apple polishers, and the apple of father's eye

Is there a concerted effort to make Nurul Izzah heir apparent to Anwar?
Dr M whips up memories of 'rotan' on Teachers' Day

Dr M whips up memories of 'rotan' on Teachers' Day

Ex-PM says teachers are the second-most important figures to children, just behind parents.
Anwar's 'second wife' jest in Moscow embarrassing: Wan Saiful

Anwar's 'second wife' jest in Moscow embarrassing: Wan Saiful

Bersatu leader says it shows a shameful lack of cultural awareness.
Taylor’s College Unveils 10 Inspiring Heroes for the RISE Educator Award 2025

Taylor’s College Unveils 10 Inspiring Heroes for the RISE Educator Award 2025

The ten finalists, each with a unique story of dedication and excellence, are now featured on the RISE Educator Award 2025 webpage for public voting
No need for deputy president hopefuls to debate, say PKR leaders

No need for deputy president hopefuls to debate, say PKR leaders

Grassroots leaders say such debates might create divisions within the party.
Baby crisis: MCA fears Chinese representation fade-out

Baby crisis: MCA fears Chinese representation fade-out

Only 7,350 Chinese babies born in first four months of 2025.
FRU personnel breaks down while comforting late colleague's son

FRU personnel breaks down while comforting late colleague's son

A photo of the hearbreaking moment has gone viral on social media.
Cambodian PM provided 'proof' for maid extradition request - Anwar

Cambodian PM provided 'proof' for maid extradition request - Anwar

Decision involved multiple Malaysian authorities, says PM.
Tread carefully, Fahmi tells PKR committee members threatening to resign

Tread carefully, Fahmi tells PKR committee members threatening to resign

He says disciplinary action may be taken against them.
Anwar: Why obsess over prisoner Najib? Move on!

Anwar: Why obsess over prisoner Najib? Move on!

PM says other corruption cases exist.
'Keep making America great', killer tells Trump before execution

'Keep making America great', killer tells Trump before execution

'Casanova Killer's' declaration confuses witnesses during his lethal injection procedure.
Teens' mental health, confidence at risk from selfie dysmorphia

Teens' mental health, confidence at risk from selfie dysmorphia

Experts say social media has amplified adolescents' need to appear 'perfect'.
Prisons Department marks 235 years with focus on reforms

Prisons Department marks 235 years with focus on reforms

These include reducing overcrowding, replacing ageing facilities, updating laws, and enhancing rehabilitation.
PAS welcomes police probe into flag blunder, says sorry no cure

PAS welcomes police probe into flag blunder, says sorry no cure

Takiyuddin says the highest respect should be shown to national symbols.
Nurul Izzah to raise Azam's retention with Anwar if elected PKR No 2

Nurul Izzah to raise Azam's retention with Anwar if elected PKR No 2

She reiterates her disagreement, says will speak up within the party's scope.
M'sia committed to zero exploitation of Bangladeshi workers: Saifuddin

M'sia committed to zero exploitation of Bangladeshi workers: Saifuddin

Home minister expresses hope of continued cooperation from Bangladesh as well.
Tajuddin: Future PM material must debate, not 'pasar malam' ceramah

Tajuddin: Future PM material must debate, not 'pasar malam' ceramah

Academic says debates encourage discourse, unlike 'one-way' ceramahs.
Changing demography challenge, lifeline for SJKCs - paper

Changing demography challenge, lifeline for SJKCs - paper

Cultural dilemma as Chinese schools adjust to accommodate non-Chinese.
Anwar: Asean inclusive diplomacy key to peace, global engagement

Anwar: Asean inclusive diplomacy key to peace, global engagement

Trade with all, friends with all, PM says in a lecture in Russia.
PKR sizzles, DAP singes

PKR sizzles, DAP singes

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