Archive - 30 July 2025

Sources: PMO approved 16 Mitra initiatives without notifying agency

Sources: PMO approved 16 Mitra initiatives without notifying agency

'We only found out about it through media statement.'
Ministry prioritises probe into Sabah student's death - Fadhlina

Ministry prioritises probe into Sabah student's death - Fadhlina

Minister says fair and transparent investigation will be carried out.
Trump imposes 25pct tariff on Indian goods, criticises ties with Russia

Trump imposes 25pct tariff on Indian goods, criticises ties with Russia

India will also face a financial 'penalty' for its purchases from Russia.
Dewan Rakyat passes bill to make secondary education compulsory

Dewan Rakyat passes bill to make secondary education compulsory

Fadhlina describes the amendment as historic and crucial moment.
Govt urged to fast-track action plan to protect children online

Govt urged to fast-track action plan to protect children online

Wong emphasises its importance amidst a surge in sexual crimes against children.
COMMENT | 13MP: Agriculture, food security need holistic focus

COMMENT | 13MP: Agriculture, food security need holistic focus

It is quite timely that we evaluate and appraise the situation.
'Parenting support in Indian community needed after boy's brutal murder'

'Parenting support in Indian community needed after boy's brutal murder'

Good parenting is learned and not inherited, says Sivamalar.
Retired cop ordered to enter defence on drug trafficking charge

Retired cop ordered to enter defence on drug trafficking charge

Court rules prosecution succeeded in proving prima facie case.
PBS: Working with Harapan jointly decided by GRS component parties

PBS: Working with Harapan jointly decided by GRS component parties

Julita says PBS concurs with Hajiji's statement.
Hajiji insists 'shocked' GRS leaders consulted on pact with Harapan

Hajiji insists 'shocked' GRS leaders consulted on pact with Harapan

He dismisses allegations he acted unilaterally despite some saying no discussions took place.

Form One student pleads guilty to assaulting teacher in viral incident

Form One student pleads guilty to assaulting teacher in viral incident

UPDATED 5.38PM | Court sets Sept 11 for sentencing, pending character report.
Keeping cool in Malaysia's heat with assurance that lasts

Keeping cool in Malaysia's heat with assurance that lasts

LG understands this reality of life in a hot, humid country. Its latest Residential Air Conditioner range is built with the weather in mind — designed to handle long hours of operation while keeping energy consumption in check.
MPs demand answers over schoolgirl's death amid bullying, VVIP link claims

MPs demand answers over schoolgirl's death amid bullying, VVIP link claims

UPDATED 7.20PM | PARLIAMENT | Questions on Zara abound as lawmakers debate compulsory secondary education bill.
LETTER | Rakan KKM scheme marginalises low-income patients

LETTER | Rakan KKM scheme marginalises low-income patients

Public hospitals should operate on principle of equal access based on need, not wealth.
Sulawesi Sea issue not discussed in detail during Jakarta visit, says Hajiji

Sulawesi Sea issue not discussed in detail during Jakarta visit, says Hajiji

State govt's stand indicated, meeting 'very positive,' Sabah CM says.
Health Ministry stands by educational enforcement of price display rule

Health Ministry stands by educational enforcement of price display rule

Ministry committed to ensuring smooth implementation, says Dzulkefly.
FMM lauds Anwar's diplomatic role in Thailand-Cambodia conflict

FMM lauds Anwar's diplomatic role in Thailand-Cambodia conflict

It underscores M'sia's growing role in shaping a stable Asean, says Soh.
As cops nab Anwar effigy caners, Najib's 'kangkung in mouth' recalled

As cops nab Anwar effigy caners, Najib's 'kangkung in mouth' recalled

Rafique questions whether Anwar is immune to criticism.
UF AWARDS APAC 2025 nominations have started!

UF AWARDS APAC 2025 nominations have started!

Put your company forward to gain industry-wide visibility and recognition
M'sia urges vigilance after Japan issues tsunami advisory

M'sia urges vigilance after Japan issues tsunami advisory

It follows 8.8-magnitude earthquake striking off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula this morning.
New taskforce formed to study Common Bar Course

New taskforce formed to study Common Bar Course

PARLIAMENT | This will improve the existing legal practice certification, says Kulasegaran.
Law reviews underway to tackle rising private healthcare costs: PM

Law reviews underway to tackle rising private healthcare costs: PM

Anwar says Health Ministry is refining the legal framework.
Authorities 'not up to mark' on law over AI child abuse content: Activists

Authorities 'not up to mark' on law over AI child abuse content: Activists

Existing legal provisions already criminalise such material, but enforcement personnel have poor grasp - advocates.
PKR Youth leader condemns unapologetic Fadhli as 'nation traitor'

PKR Youth leader condemns unapologetic Fadhli as 'nation traitor'

PAS MP slammed for animal caricature mocking Asean peace talks.
From confusion to clarity: How to choose the right TV and soundbar

From confusion to clarity: How to choose the right TV and soundbar

With so many specifications and features to decipher, it’s easy to walk away with a TV that doesn’t suit your space, a soundbar that fails to enhance your experience, or capabilities you’ll rarely, if ever, use.
With 6-year-old son killed and husband detained, mother struggles to cope

With 6-year-old son killed and husband detained, mother struggles to cope

Johor exco confirms she attempted to end her own life.
'Vertical school' development guidelines finalised - Wong

'Vertical school' development guidelines finalised - Wong

Deputy minister responds to question on proposal for a school up to 17 storeys.
Careful when commenting on 'Turun' rally, Nik Nazmi tells govt

Careful when commenting on 'Turun' rally, Nik Nazmi tells govt

Ex-minister warns of creating sympathy for rally organiser.
Syndicate at KLIA: 'Thanos' transferred to another unit, source says

Syndicate at KLIA: 'Thanos' transferred to another unit, source says

Source in immigration says it's considered a 'punishment' for him.
Whip of dissent: Waytha condemns arrest over PM effigy flogging

Whip of dissent: Waytha condemns arrest over PM effigy flogging

It’s direct attack on freedom of expression PM claims to uphold, he says.
Mandamus order in Dutch model death allows for families to sue cops, govt: MP

Mandamus order in Dutch model death allows for families to sue cops, govt: MP

'Police cannot continue hiding behind uniforms and outdated procedures.'
'Oil tycoon case has no impact on M'sia-Indonesia maritime border talks'

'Oil tycoon case has no impact on M'sia-Indonesia maritime border talks'

PARLIAMENT | Mohamad says M'sia won't protect Riza, a suspect in corruption case.
MP urges MACC to speak up over latest mining scandal in Sabah

MP urges MACC to speak up over latest mining scandal in Sabah

Isnaraissah says the latest allegation is embarrassing the state.
Can human rights tribunal revisit deaths like Beng Hock, Adib, MPs ask

Can human rights tribunal revisit deaths like Beng Hock, Adib, MPs ask

PARLIAMENT | Lawmakers seek govt clarity on such a body probing high-profile deaths involving public institutions.
Govt scraps plans for high-value goods tax

Govt scraps plans for high-value goods tax

Anwar says this is because SST expansion has included luxury items.
COMMENT | Judges' formation and why their independence matters

COMMENT | Judges' formation and why their independence matters

Protect judicial independence, reduce executive control over judge appointments.
Anwar urges Asean unity after Cambodia–Thai ceasefire

Anwar urges Asean unity after Cambodia–Thai ceasefire

M'sia appreciates China, US in supporting peace talks, he adds.
Vanishing catch: How plans for Pangkor threaten food security

Vanishing catch: How plans for Pangkor threaten food security

Plans to turn the island into a tourism hotspot put fisheries industry on the line.
UK to recognise Palestine unless Israel agrees to ceasefire

UK to recognise Palestine unless Israel agrees to ceasefire

Starmer comes under pressure after France decided to recognise Palestine.
EPF income drop attributed to softer equity market performance

EPF income drop attributed to softer equity market performance

Investment income decline not due to sale of foreign assets, EPF says.
COMMENT | Another indictment against police, will they respond?

COMMENT | Another indictment against police, will they respond?

Court rules that cops had bungled an investigation into a Dutch model's death.
Judgment highlights 'litany of failures' in investigating model's death

Judgment highlights 'litany of failures' in investigating model's death

'A litany of failures, incompetence, and disregard for proper procedure.'
YOURSAY | Anwar and Trump's role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire

YOURSAY | Anwar and Trump's role in Thai-Cambodia ceasefire

Anwar's Asean mediation and Trump's tariff pressure.
KL Local Plan 2040 to balance between development, heritage: Mayor

KL Local Plan 2040 to balance between development, heritage: Mayor

Maimunah says heritage trails will be incorporated into the plan.
Anwar and the godfather of oil

Anwar and the godfather of oil

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