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Sodomy allegations: Man claims manipulated into making SD against politician

Sodomy allegations: Man claims manipulated into making SD against politician

NGO leader Ramesh Rao denies manipulation claim but says SD strengthens allegations.

Bersatu veep downplays exodus, says most in S’gor back Muhyiddin

Bersatu veep downplays exodus, says most in S’gor back Muhyiddin

This comes after Klang, Kuala Selangor and Jeram Bersatu leaders quit the party earlier this month.
Health DG: Minister being investigated for alleged home quarantine breach

Health DG: Minister being investigated for alleged home quarantine breach

The cabinet minister is accused of showing up in Parliament six days after he returned from Turkey.

'Suicide' for Bung to lead Sabah Umno campaign - Rahman Dahlan

'Suicide' for Bung to lead Sabah Umno campaign - Rahman Dahlan

UPDATED 12:30AM | SABAH POLLS | This is because he is facing court cases, says the Umno Supreme Council member.

As polls loom, Shafie crisscrosses state armed with native land titles

As polls loom, Shafie crisscrosses state armed with native land titles

The caretaker CM says he is resolving a longstanding issue, but some question if he is using state resources to campaign.

DG: Low cumulative positive rate means M’sia testing adequately

DG: Low cumulative positive rate means M’sia testing adequately

UPDATED 8.10PM | Malaysia's testing rate is 31.29 tests per 1,000 population as of Aug 7.

No proof face shields work but better than nothing - DG

No proof face shields work but better than nothing - DG

UPDATED 8.40PM | COVID-19 | Face masks, he says, have been clinically proven to reduce infectivity by 65 percent.

Revolt brewing in Bersatu Johor, defections to Mahathir's new party expected

Revolt brewing in Bersatu Johor, defections to Mahathir's new party expected

Defections are expected even in Muhyiddin Yassin stronghold of Pagoh, according to a division member.

Beatings, marathon shifts among issues faced by Nepali guards, say rights groups

Beatings, marathon shifts among issues faced by Nepali guards, say rights groups

Activists question the causal link between working environment, medical problems and high death rate.
I'm 'inclined' to think Guan Eng victim of political persecution, says Dr M

I'm 'inclined' to think Guan Eng victim of political persecution, says Dr M

Former PM also hopes that the DAP leader would be given fair treatment.

Mahathir announces 'independent' Malay party, not tied to Harapan or PN

Mahathir announces 'independent' Malay party, not tied to Harapan or PN

UPDATED 7.23PM | The party, referred to as 'Bebas' for now, will uphold Bersatu's original struggles, says former PM.

Who guards the guards? Second Nepali claims beaten up in M’sia

Who guards the guards? Second Nepali claims beaten up in M’sia

Santosh Sapkota decided to take action after the recent video of a man striking a guard with a baton.
Sabah polls: Winner needs large majority or else back to square one

Sabah polls: Winner needs large majority or else back to square one

A clean sweep is challenging as new parties and independent candidates will likely split the votes - analysts.

Police tracking down suspect seen beating security guard with baton

Police tracking down suspect seen beating security guard with baton

UPDATED 9.46PM | This comes after the Nepali embassy lodged a report and appealed to the public for more information.

Sabah: Nominated, elected assemblypersons have the same rights

Sabah: Nominated, elected assemblypersons have the same rights

The numbers game in Sabah raises questions whether nominated assemblypersons have the same powers as those elected.

No cluster at Sabah primary school with two cases - DG

No cluster at Sabah primary school with two cases - DG

Eight teachers and 37 students from the school, as well as the students’ parents, have been tested.
Bukit Aman probing ‘SRC judge is Dr M’s kin’ claim for sedition

Bukit Aman probing ‘SRC judge is Dr M’s kin’ claim for sedition

A tweet making the claim is also being investigated under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Mask mandate to roll out in phases, starting with public transport

Mask mandate to roll out in phases, starting with public transport

Govt is also studying ways to produce three-layer fabric masks for the needy, says Health DG.

'Disappointed' DG says any cluster from Najib rally will manifest in a fortnight

'Disappointed' DG says any cluster from Najib rally will manifest in a fortnight

CORONAVIRUS | Dr Noor Hisham also reminds Malaysians to follow SOPs to prevent contributing to a third wave of infections.

Family appoints lawyers for Rayhan, NGOs call for fair trial

Family appoints lawyers for Rayhan, NGOs call for fair trial

Groups also urge Putrajaya to ensure the Bangladeshi national’s safety when in custody.
Young women name, shame abusers online in #metoo resurgence

Young women name, shame abusers online in #metoo resurgence

SPECIAL REPORT | In a culture where sexual harassment allegations are often brushed off or swept under the carpet, this breaks new ground.

Police to question trio on death-in-custody demo

Police to question trio on death-in-custody demo

PSM’s Arutchelvan along with activists Khalid Ismath and Rama Ramanathan will have to present themselves this Monday at 11 am.

Govt allocates RM20m for 'buy Msian goods' campaign

Govt allocates RM20m for 'buy Msian goods' campaign

PM hopes campaign will boost local retail sector, lessen reliance on imports, and reduce capital outflows.

Clarifying testing rate, DG assures Covid-19 under control in Malaysia

Clarifying testing rate, DG assures Covid-19 under control in Malaysia

He says the country’s testing rate was on par with South Korea, a country lauded for its Covid-19 response.