MACC says probe into assets of late Daim and family, money laundering charges to continue despite previous acquittal Posted on November 23, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) announced today that investigations into the late Tun Daim Zainuddin, his wife, and other family members will continue despite the dismissal of an earlier charge against him for failing to declare his assets. In a statement this evening, the MACC… Read more
Putrajaya says postponed tabling of gig workers Bill for more talks with stakeholders Posted on November 23, 2024 By serv PUTRAJAYA, Nov 22 — The tabling of the Gig Workers Economy Bill has been postponed to open up space and opportunities for more engagement sessions with stakeholders, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the Unity Government spokesman, said the Cabinet meeting today had been informed that Human… Read more
Religious affairs minister urges caution when delivering speeches related to Prophet Muhammad after probe against lecturer Posted on November 23, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has urged all parties to exercise caution when delivering speeches, particularly on matters concerning the sanctity of Prophet Muhammad. In a statement uploaded on Facebook, Mohd Na’im said any remarks that could… Read more
King celebrates 66th birthday with Queen, family at Johor’s Istana Bukit Serene Posted on November 23, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia enjoyed a lunch with their family members and grandchildren in conjunction with Sultan Ibrahim’s 66th birthday at Istana Bukit Serene, Johor Bahru today. Also present were the Regent of… Read more
Graded ‘D’ by Bersih, Comms Minister Fahmi says govt concedes criticism and will do better Posted on November 23, 2024 By serv PUTRAJAYA, Nov 22 — Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today said the government is receptive to criticism and committed to improvement after electoral watchdog Bersih gave Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s administration a “D” grade for its two-year performance. The government spokesman assured the public that de facto law minister… Read more
In 2023, Malaysians see a drop in marriages… but also divorces: Here are some numbers about weddings last year Posted on November 22, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 21 — Malaysia has reported a significant decline in marriages last year with just 188,100 weddings recorded — a drop of 12.5 per cent compared to 215,022 in 2022 According to the Department of Statistics Malaysia, this fall is largely attributed to a 16.8 per cent decline… Read more
‘Continue to provide the best to Bangsa Johor’: MB announces state civil servants to get two-month salary incentive Posted on November 22, 2024 By serv ISKANDAR PUTERI, Nov 21 — Johor government state and federal civil servants who are paid by the state government will receive a special excellence incentive amounting to two months’ salary. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the incentive is a token of appreciation for the dedication and commitment… Read more
As more couples choose to be ‘childfree’ due to living costs, Family Ministry touts childcare subsidies for civil servants Posted on November 22, 2024 By serv KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 22 — The rising trend of married couples choosing not to have children, or opting to be ‘child-free’, is raising concerns as it could impact Malaysia’s population structure and accelerate the ageing process. Women, Family and Community Development Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad said while… Read more
With weekends back to Saturday and Sunday, Johor says extending Friday rest period to two hours from Jan 1 Posted on November 22, 2024 By serv ISKANDAR PUTERI, Nov 21 — Johor has extended the Friday rest period for the public and private sectors to two hours from Jan 1 next year, compared to one hour and 30 minutes now. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said the decision was made to enable Muslim employees… Read more
Amid scrutiny, MOE says presented Malaysia’s inclusive education policies, especially on gender rights, to Afghan delegation Posted on November 22, 2024 By serv PUTRAJAYA, Nov 21 — A recent visit by a delegation from Afghanistan’s Education Ministry to Malaysia’s Ministry of Education (MOE) is part of an effort to support Malaysia’s foreign policy approach towards Afghanistan. In a statement today, MOE said the programme was carried out under the guidance and advice of… Read more