Bersatu leaders get nod to back Dr Mahathir’s Malay Proclamation
BERSATU leaders who want to be part of former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s Malay Proclamation can sign the document in their individual capacities, party information chief Senator Razali Idris said. Speaking to reporters, Razali said the signing of the proclamation by Bersatu leaders does not indicate Bersatu’s affiliation with Gerakan Tanah Air (GTA) in the […]
Bersatu won’t submit no-confidence motion against Anwar
BERSATU has said it will not submit a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the next parliament session scheduled for May 22. Bersatu information chief Razali Idris said Anwar should focus on the country’s economy instead of entertaining gossip.
6-month extension for Lynas cracking and leaching plant
THE government has agreed to extend rare earths producer Lynas Malaysia’s licence until the end of the year, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang said today. He said the extension will allow Lynas’ cracking and leaching (C&L) plant in Gebeng, Kuantan, to continue operations until December 31.
Nasa launches 2 small satellites to track hurricanes
NASA launched two small satellites designed to track tropical cyclones hour by hour from a base in New Zealand today, in a project that could improve weather predictions on devastating storms. The new storm trackers, sent into orbit on a rocket built by US company Rocket Lab, can fly over hurricanes (or typhoons in the […]
Police deny dragging their feet in approving a religious procession in Seberang Prai
GEORGE TOWN: Police have refuted claims that they have deliberately delayed the approval for a religious procession at South Seberang Prai as alleged by a Seberang Prai City councillor recently. Read full story
'Be mindful of the environment', Pahang Regent tells state govt
KUANTAN: The Regent of Pahang has advised the state government to be mindful of the environment while pursuing development. Read full story
Abang Johari: Impact assessment and good leadership key to economic stability
KUCHING: Sarawak is keen to gain new insights from impact assessment and leadership towards resilience and economic sustainability, says Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Read full story
Tell workers to look after their conduct, Sabah CP tells tourism players
KOTA KINABALU: All tourism operators in Sabah have been told to ensure their workforce abide by the code of ethics when dealing with guests. Read full story
Muhyiddin seeks transfer of graft cases to High Court
FORMER prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin has applied for his money laundering and abuse of power cases to be transferred to the High Court. His lawyer Rosli Dahlan said the application was filed on April 27 on the grounds that the cases involved complex legal issues involving the Federal Constitution.
Govt to formulate National Mineral Policy in 3 months
THE government plans to develop a National Mineral Policy within three months in accordance with the current standard operating procedure for rare earth mining. Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof said the policy is aimed at responsibly managing the nation’s minerals, balancing the needs of the economic sector and national revenue while ensuring environmental sustainability.