No elements of nepotism, cronyism in the appointment of Nurul Izzah, says political aide
PETALING JAYA: There is no element of nepotism or cronyism in the appointment of Nurul Izzah Anwar as the senior adviser to the Prime Minister on economics and finance, says her political aide. Read full story
Former cop gets jail, fine for negligently causing colleague's death
SIBU: A policeman has been sentenced to two years in jail and fined RM10,000 in default six months’ jail after he was convicted by the High Court here on Tuesday (Jan 31) on an amended charge of causing a colleague’s death by negligence. Read full story
Former ustazah claims trial to severely hurting fellow teacher in fight
MELAKA: A former ustazah claimed trial at the Magistrate’s Court here to a charge of causing severe injuries to another female teacher at a religious school after accusing the victim of going out with a man. Read full story
Meet-up between senior Health Ministry officials and tobacco industry reps raises concerns, says MCTC
PETALING JAYA: A meeting between two senior officials, believed to be section heads with the Health Ministry in the Disease Control division, and representatives from the tobacco industry is worrying, says the Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC). Read full story
Majority of Malaysian youngsters in debt, survey shows
A RECENT survey has revealed that 73% of Malaysian youth were in debt and do not have sufficient capital for financial commitments. The survey by UCSI University poll research centre, which was published today, highlighted several main reasons for youngsters to take up loans – financial constraints, inflation and adopting luxurious lifestyles.
China manufacturing activity rebounds in January
CHINA’S factory activity expanded in January after four months of contraction, official data showed today, as its economy rebounded following the relaxation of strict Covid-19 curbs. The world’s second-largest economy is roaring back to life after Beijing’s decision last month to abruptly drop its strict zero-Covid policy, which mandated strict lockdowns, sparking protests and hammering […]
Court sets Feb 7 to rule on preliminary objection in Masjid Tanah election petition
THE Malacca High Court will rule on February 7 on a preliminary objection to the election petition filed by the Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate to annul the result of the Masjid Tanah parliamentary seat, which was won by Mas Ermieyati Samsudin in the 15th general election. Judge Anselm Charles Fernandis set the date to enable the parties involved to provide additional submissions.
France braces for disruption as more pension protests loom
FRANCE is bracing for major transport blockages today, with mass strikes and protests set to hit the country for the second time in a month in objection to a planned reform to raise the retirement age. Around one million people are expected to take to the streets nationwide, a police source told AFP, rallying against plans […]
Wife charged with hubby's murder in case that implicates Esscom officers
KOTA KINABALU: A 33-year-old woman was charged with the murder of her husband in an ongoing case that saw the arrest of eight policemen, including a high ranking officer with the Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom). Read full story
Cleanliness at business premises good but more must be done to draw tourists, says Ipoh Mayor
IPOH: The cleanliness level at most business premises here are better than those at other tourist spots, says Datuk Rumaizi Baharin. Read full story