Deputy Education Minister Mah Hang Soon said that the number of students who dropped out of school has decreased compared to in 2018.He said 21,316 students dropped out of school from March 2020 to July 2021 and this was lower than the 34,074 reported in 2018.He added that the ministry was taking steps to ensure that students remain in school, which includes discussions with parents to find out reasons that students are not attending and addressing the problem.

Deputy Education Minister Mah Hang Soon said that the number of students who dropped out of school has decreased compared to in 2018. He said 21,316 students dropped out of school from March 2020 to July 2021 and this was lower than the 34,074 reported in 2018. He added that the ministry was taking steps to ensure that students remain in school, which includes discussions with parents to find out reasons that students are not attending and addressing the problem.

Deputy minister: Number of students dropping out of school decreased from 2018

Teluk Intan MP Nga Kor Ming questioned the government over their new policy requiring coffee shops selling beer to apply for a new license in the Dewan Rakyat today.He said the shops already have to pay for several licenses and the costs would eventually be passed on to the consumers.Earlier today it was reported that coffee shops selling beer will be required to apply for a new licence from Jan 1 as part of a new federal government policy.

Teluk Intan MP Nga Kor Ming questioned the government over their new policy requiring coffee shops selling beer to apply for a new license in the Dewan Rakyat today. He said the shops already have to pay for several licenses and the costs would eventually be passed on to the consumers. Earlier today it was reported that coffee shops selling beer will be required to apply for a new licence from Jan 1 as part of a new federal government policy.

MP: How many licenses do coffee shops need to apply for?

Today is Nomination Day for the 12th Sarawak election where candidates will be named for the 82 seats up for grabs in the fight for the country’s biggest state legislative assembly.Chief Minister Abang Johari Openg will be contesting the rural Gedong seat this time, relinquishing his traditional Satok stronghold in Kuching after 40 years to his Satok PBB deputy chairperson Ibrahim Baki.

Today is Nomination Day for the 12th Sarawak election where candidates will be named for the 82 seats up for grabs in the fight for the country’s biggest state legislative assembly. Chief Minister Abang Johari Openg will be contesting the rural Gedong seat this time, relinquishing his traditional Satok stronghold in Kuching after 40 years to his Satok PBB deputy chairperson Ibrahim Baki.

Abang Jo arrives with supporters as nomination kicks off in Sarawak

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[KiniNews] The Health Ministry (MOH) revealed today that it had detected the Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus in Malaysia.The student from South Africa was then reportedly shuttled on a university bus from KLIA to Ipoh, where she underwent quarantine.In a separate story, the Public Accounts Committee revealed that Muhyiddin Yassin misspoke on the budget to vaccinate Malaysians against Covid-19 when he was prime minister.___________________[AD] Fast Action, Amazing Sharp Display, Outstanding Pure Color.Have A VIP Experience At Home with LG NanoCell's Very Impressive Picture!No matter what's on, you'll surely be impressed by its Picture Quality.https://www.lg.com/my/nanocell-tvs -----------------------Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

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#KiniNews: Omicron in Malaysia, Muhyiddin 'misspoke'

Muhyiddin Yassin misspoke on the budget to vaccinate Malaysians against Covid-19 when he was prime minister, according to testimonies before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).According to the Hansard for the Jan 5, 2021, PAC hearing, this was revealed when then science, technology, and innovation minister Khairy Jamaluddin testified on vaccine spending by the government.

Muhyiddin Yassin misspoke on the budget to vaccinate Malaysians against Covid-19 when he was prime minister, according to testimonies before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). According to the Hansard for the Jan 5, 2021, PAC hearing, this was revealed when then science, technology, and innovation minister Khairy Jamaluddin testified on vaccine spending by the government.

Khairy: Muhyiddin 'misspoke' on vaccine pricing

Sarawak PKR has slashed the number of seats it will contest in the upcoming state election by almost half.Instead of 47 seats, it will now field candidates in 27 areas with a possibility of “one or two more”.Unlike in the previous 2016 Sarawak election, it will not clash with fellow Pakatan Harapan component party DAP.

Sarawak PKR has slashed the number of seats it will contest in the upcoming state election by almost half. Instead of 47 seats, it will now field candidates in 27 areas with a possibility of “one or two more”. Unlike in the previous 2016 Sarawak election, it will not clash with fellow Pakatan Harapan component party DAP.

PKR to contest fewer seats in Sarawak, will not clash with DAP

PAS does not have high hopes for the upcoming Sarawak legislative assembly election but hopes to use this opportunity to spread its influence.PAS spiritual adviser Hashim Jasin acknowledged that the party's chances of winning were slim.

PAS does not have high hopes for the upcoming Sarawak legislative assembly election but hopes to use this opportunity to spread its influence. PAS spiritual adviser Hashim Jasin acknowledged that the party's chances of winning were slim.

It's an opportunity to get closer to the people, says PAS on Sarawak polls

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has questioned the justification over appointments of special advisers by Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob when there are already Ministers for the portfolios.This came after Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Abdul Latiff Ahmad told Parliament yesterday that the prime minister's third advisor, who will advise him on matters related to health – is still in the process of being appointed.

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has questioned the justification over appointments of special advisers by Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob when there are already Ministers for the portfolios.This came after Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Abdul Latiff Ahmad told Parliament yesterday that the prime minister's third advisor, who will advise him on matters related to health – is still in the process of being appointed.

Kit Siang_ Is Malaysia suffering from an attack of adviser-mania_

Prices of some vegetables have reportedly soared by 200%, and the price of chicken has also risen to around RM10 per kg.The price hike of goods has been the most discussed topic in the country recently. Many are feeling the pinch as the country continues to cope with the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.The hawkers are also caught in a dilemma due to the price hike. A stall owner at the hawker centre said, almost half of the hawkers here have closed their businesses.After the movement control order, customers have decreased significantly causing them a loss of income. And now, with the price hike, their hands are tied and are forced to adjust their prices to survive.

Prices of some vegetables have reportedly soared by 200%, and the price of chicken has also risen to around RM10 per kg. The price hike of goods has been the most discussed topic in the country recently. Many are feeling the pinch as the country continues to cope with the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The hawkers are also caught in a dilemma due to the price hike. A stall owner at the hawker centre said, almost half of the hawkers here have closed their businesses. After the movement control order, customers have decreased significantly causing them a loss of income. And now, with the price hike, their hands are tied and are forced to adjust their prices to survive.

'From three meals a day, to just two' - Malaysians react to recent price hike of essential items

The Health Ministry today revealed that it has detected the Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus in Malaysia.This was confirmed yesterday, based on a sample taken from a foreign student who entered the country on Nov 19.Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said that the student entered Malaysia before the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Omicron a variant of concern on Nov 26.According to Khairy, following the announcement, MOH started conducting PCR Genotyping tests on all positive samples that were taken from travellers who arrived at KLIA.

The Health Ministry today revealed that it has detected the Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus in Malaysia. This was confirmed yesterday, based on a sample taken from a foreign student who entered the country on Nov 19. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said that the student entered Malaysia before the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Omicron a variant of concern on Nov 26. According to Khairy, following the announcement, MOH started conducting PCR Genotyping tests on all positive samples that were taken from travellers who arrived at KLIA.

Omicron has reached Malaysia, says Khairy

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has advised the public to stay vigilant, especially after the new Omicron variant was detected in Malaysia.While the public should not panic, he added, they should follow all the procedures that MOH has set for the Covid-19 pandemic, including wearing face masks, physical distancing and always cleaning their hands.According to the minister, the case also showed that Malaysia's health intervention system is working - where the case was contained through a quarantine practice and followed by a quick contact tracing exercise that was enabled by the MySejahtera application.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has advised the public to stay vigilant, especially after the new Omicron variant was detected in Malaysia. While the public should not panic, he added, they should follow all the procedures that MOH has set for the Covid-19 pandemic, including wearing face masks, physical distancing and always cleaning their hands. According to the minister, the case also showed that Malaysia's health intervention system is working - where the case was contained through a quarantine practice and followed by a quick contact tracing exercise that was enabled by the MySejahtera application.

Khairy: The system works, we can contain Omicron variant

All travellers arriving from countries deemed as high risk of the new Omicron variant will be required to wear a monitoring device, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said today.The extra precautionary measure followed the Health Ministry's discovery of the first Omicron variant in the country yesterday.Khairy told a press conference today that the digital tracker device would need to be worn by the travellers throughout their mandatory quarantine period.

All travellers arriving from countries deemed as high risk of the new Omicron variant will be required to wear a monitoring device, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said today. The extra precautionary measure followed the Health Ministry's discovery of the first Omicron variant in the country yesterday. Khairy told a press conference today that the digital tracker device would need to be worn by the travellers throughout their mandatory quarantine period.

Travellers from high-risk countries must wear monitoring device during quarantine

Amanah has declined suggestions to merge the party with its coalition partner PKR.“Yes,” said Amanah deputy president Salahuddin Ayub, when asked whether it is true the party has turned down the idea.He added there is no need to consider the proposal because the issue “never arose”.

Amanah has declined suggestions to merge the party with its coalition partner PKR. “Yes,” said Amanah deputy president Salahuddin Ayub, when asked whether it is true the party has turned down the idea. He added there is no need to consider the proposal because the issue “never arose”.

'It never arose' - Amanah turns down proposal to merge with PKR

Umno's 191 divisions will deliberate on the Muafakat Nasional pact with PAS when the annual general meetings are held beginning Dec 18.Party secretary-general Ahmad Maslan said, for now, the party still has to fulfil the decision of the party's annual delegates assembly to uphold the pact.

Umno's 191 divisions will deliberate on the Muafakat Nasional pact with PAS when the annual general meetings are held beginning Dec 18. Party secretary-general Ahmad Maslan said, for now, the party still has to fulfil the decision of the party's annual delegates assembly to uphold the pact.

Umno's 191 divisions will deliberate on Muafakat Nasional pact

The Health Ministry today revealed that it has detected the Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus in Malaysia.This was confirmed yesterday based on a sample taken from a foreign student who entered the country on Nov 19.The student from South Africa is currently under quarantine along with five others who were on a bus together from Klang Valley to Ipoh.

The Health Ministry today revealed that it has detected the Omicron variant of the Covid-19 virus in Malaysia. This was confirmed yesterday based on a sample taken from a foreign student who entered the country on Nov 19. The student from South Africa is currently under quarantine along with five others who were on a bus together from Klang Valley to Ipoh.

Khairy: Omicron is now in Malaysia

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Najib Abdul Razak's lead counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has claimed that new evidence suggests fugitve Jho Low had known former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akthar Aziz and her family longer than he knew the former prime minister.The senior lawyer also referred to former attorney-general Tommy Thomas' comments on Zeti during an interview on Nov 24."... Thomas, during an interview, candidly admitted to knowledge of 'the role of Zeti and her husband in facilitating Jho Low' regarding 1MDB."Thomas further revealed that there were investigation papers opened by MACC against the former BNM governor during his tenure as the attorney-general."The information recently disclosed above are of material relevance to our client's defence and appears to have been suppressed from our client despite the same being available at the time of his SRC trial that has the effect of prejudicing his defence," he added.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/1033125250587137

Najib Abdul Razak's lead counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has claimed that new evidence suggests fugitve Jho Low had known former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akthar Aziz and her family longer than he knew the former prime minister. The senior lawyer also referred to former attorney-general Tommy Thomas' comments on Zeti during an interview on Nov 24. "... Thomas, during an interview, candidly admitted to knowledge of 'the role of Zeti and her husband in facilitating Jho Low' regarding 1MDB. "Thomas further revealed that there were investigation papers opened by MACC against the former BNM governor during his tenure as the attorney-general. "The information recently disclosed above are of material relevance to our client's defence and appears to have been suppressed from our client despite the same being available at the time of his SRC trial that has the effect of prejudicing his defence," he added. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/1033125250587137

Shafee: Jho Low knew Zeti's family longer than Najib

[KiniNews] Najib Abdul Razak's defence team was not aware that former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akthar Aziz was under investigation, according to lead counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah."If we had known that her family received money from Jho Low, I would have applied under the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) to have the court call her," he added.Shafee was commenting on his client filing an application today to adduce new evidence to support his defence, six days before the Court of Appeal is slated to deliver its verdict.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Rosmah Mansor has not returned from Singapore to attend her Court of Appeal hearing despite the High Court having issued an order for her to return on or before Nov 21.___________________[AD ] Fast Action, Amazing Sharp Display, Outstanding Pure Color.Have A VIP Experience At Home with LG NanoCell's Very Impressive Picture!No matter what's on, you'll surely be impressed by its Picture Quality.https://www.lg.com/my/nanocell-tvs-----Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Najib Abdul Razak's defence team was not aware that former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akthar Aziz was under investigation, according to lead counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah."If we had known that her family received money from Jho Low, I would have applied under the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) to have the court call her," he added.Shafee was commenting on his client filing an application today to adduce new evidence to support his defence, six days before the Court of Appeal is slated to deliver its verdict.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Rosmah Mansor has not returned from Singapore to attend her Court of Appeal hearing despite the High Court having issued an order for her to return on or before Nov 21.___________________[AD ] Fast Action, Amazing Sharp Display, Outstanding Pure Color. Have A VIP Experience At Home with LG NanoCell's Very Impressive Picture! No matter what's on, you'll surely be impressed by its Picture Quality. <a href="https://www.lg.com/my/nanocell-tvs" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.lg.com/my/nanocell-tvs&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1638499418294000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2EOdjCgI5hugUat9eauGjA" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.lg.com/my/nanocell-tvs</a>-----Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - <a href="https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa</a>

#KiniNews: Zeti’s 1MDB link gives Najib’s legal team new hope, no arrest warrant for Rosmah

The Selangor portion of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) will go with its proposed northern alignment.Previously, the state government preferred the southern alignment which traverses through Hulu Langat, Kuala Langat, Bangi, and Putrajaya before the Port Klang terminus.The Selangor state government has finally given its nod to the proposed northern alignment, which will begin in Gombak and run through Serendah, Puncak Alam, and Kapar before ending in Port Klang.

The Selangor portion of the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) will go with its proposed northern alignment. Previously, the state government preferred the southern alignment which traverses through Hulu Langat, Kuala Langat, Bangi, and Putrajaya before the Port Klang terminus. The Selangor state government has finally given its nod to the proposed northern alignment, which will begin in Gombak and run through Serendah, Puncak Alam, and Kapar before ending in Port Klang.

ECRL_ Selangor govt chooses northern alignment

In less than a week, the Court of Appeal will deliver its verdict on Najib Abdul Razak’s appeal in the RM42 million SRC International graft case.Now the former prime minister is seeking to tender new evidence to support his defence, through a Notice of Motion.In an affidavit, Najib explained that he sought the adducing of the new evidence following the revelation by MACC that Singapore had repatriated to Malaysia US$15.4 million in 1MDB-linked funds.The funds involved a company co-owned by Tawfiq Ayman, the husband of former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akhtar Aziz.

In less than a week, the Court of Appeal will deliver its verdict on Najib Abdul Razak’s appeal in the RM42 million SRC International graft case. Now the former prime minister is seeking to tender new evidence to support his defence, through a Notice of Motion. In an affidavit, Najib explained that he sought the adducing of the new evidence following the revelation by MACC that Singapore had repatriated to Malaysia US$15.4 million in 1MDB-linked funds. The funds involved a company co-owned by Tawfiq Ayman, the husband of former Bank Negara governor Zeti Akhtar Aziz.

Shafee says team not told about Zeti, Najib files to adduce new evidence

The government is considering amending the Employment Act 1955 to include definitions for employee and employer in an effort to clarify work relationships such as in the gig economy, said Human Resources Deputy Minister Awang Hashim.The Employment Act currently does not cover workers involved in contracts for service, which is the case in the p-hailing sector.

The government is considering amending the Employment Act 1955 to include definitions for employee and employer in an effort to clarify work relationships such as in the gig economy, said Human Resources Deputy Minister Awang Hashim. The Employment Act currently does not cover workers involved in contracts for service, which is the case in the p-hailing sector.

Employment Act to be amended to help gig economy workers

The government is considering amending the Employment Act 1955 to include definitions for employee and employer in an effort to clarify work relationships such as in the gig economy, said Human Resources Deputy Minister Awang Hashim.The Employment Act currently does not cover workers involved in contracts for service, which is the case in the p-hailing sector.While the government is in the process of amending the Act, Awang said they have prepared a social safety network for p-hailing workers under the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SKSPS) which is enforced by Perkeso.

The government is considering amending the Employment Act 1955 to include definitions for employee and employer in an effort to clarify work relationships such as in the gig economy, said Human Resources Deputy Minister Awang Hashim. The Employment Act currently does not cover workers involved in contracts for service, which is the case in the p-hailing sector. While the government is in the process of amending the Act, Awang said they have prepared a social safety network for p-hailing workers under the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme (SKSPS) which is enforced by Perkeso.

The impromptu public holiday in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan is not a paid holiday covered by the Employment Act.However, Human Resources Minister M Saravanan is encouraging employers in the three Federal Territories to give their workers a paid holiday anyway.Friday's holiday was declared by Federal Territories Minister Shahidan Kassim using Section 9(2) of the Holidays Act - meaning it is not covered as a paid holiday for workers.

The impromptu public holiday in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Labuan is not a paid holiday covered by the Employment Act. However, Human Resources Minister M Saravanan is encouraging employers in the three Federal Territories to give their workers a paid holiday anyway. Friday's holiday was declared by Federal Territories Minister Shahidan Kassim using Section 9(2) of the Holidays Act - meaning it is not covered as a paid holiday for workers.

Employment Act: Friday holiday in FTs not a paid holiday

Bank Negara and all banks in Kuala Lumpur, including branch operations, will remain open tomorrow - despite a local holiday being declared to celebrate the city's football team's Malaysia Cup victory.In a brief statement, the central bank said all financial market transactions in foreign exchange, money and over-the-counter bond markets will continue to function as usual.

Bank Negara and all banks in Kuala Lumpur, including branch operations, will remain open tomorrow - despite a local holiday being declared to celebrate the city's football team's Malaysia Cup victory. In a brief statement, the central bank said all financial market transactions in foreign exchange, money and over-the-counter bond markets will continue to function as usual.

Banks in KL will open tomorrow, MP slams public holiday

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has confirmed that youths aged 18 to 20 cannot vote in the upcoming Sarawak state election.This is despite Undi18 constitutional amendments to lower the voting age and implement automatic voter registration kicking in on Dec 15 - three days before polling in Sarawak.In a statement, Wan Junaidi explained that for the state election, they will use the electoral roll that was updated on Nov 2.

Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has confirmed that youths aged 18 to 20 cannot vote in the upcoming Sarawak state election. This is despite Undi18 constitutional amendments to lower the voting age and implement automatic voter registration kicking in on Dec 15 - three days before polling in Sarawak. In a statement, Wan Junaidi explained that for the state election, they will use the electoral roll that was updated on Nov 2.

Wan Junaidi: Youths 18-20 can't vote in Sarawak polls

It is hard for BN to reclaim power in Selangor if it still clashes with PAS, Umno's ally in Muafakat Nasional, admitted Noh Omar.The state BN chairperson said the three-cornered fight in the previous general election was among the reasons BN failed to seize the state administration from Pakatan Harapan.

It is hard for BN to reclaim power in Selangor if it still clashes with PAS, Umno's ally in Muafakat Nasional, admitted Noh Omar. The state BN chairperson said the three-cornered fight in the previous general election was among the reasons BN failed to seize the state administration from Pakatan Harapan.

Noh_ BN needs PAS to reclaim Selangor

Rosmah Mansor has not returned from Singapore to attend her Court of Appeal hearing.This is despite the High Court having issued an order for her to return on or before November 21st.Prosecutor Gopal Sri Ram asked the Appeals Court judges to issue an arrest warrant.However, the court made a unanimous decision to withhold the warrant after hearing from Rosmah’s lawyer Jagjit Singh.Meanwhile, another of Rosmah's counsels, Akberdin Abdul Kader, told Malaysiakini that the Court had actually excused her attendance today through a letter to them.

Rosmah Mansor has not returned from Singapore to attend her Court of Appeal hearing. This is despite the High Court having issued an order for her to return on or before November 21st. Prosecutor Gopal Sri Ram asked the Appeals Court judges to issue an arrest warrant. However, the court made a unanimous decision to withhold the warrant after hearing from Rosmah’s lawyer Jagjit Singh. Meanwhile, another of Rosmah's counsels, Akberdin Abdul Kader, told Malaysiakini that the Court had actually excused her attendance today through a letter to them.

Court declines to issue arrest warrant after counsel explains Rosmah's absence

All three federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya will get an extra public holiday on Friday to celebrate Kuala Lumpur City FC's (KL City FC) victory in the Malaysia Cup football tournament.Federal Territories Minister Shahidan Kassim said this in a statement announcing the government's decision earlier today.

All three federal territories of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan and Putrajaya will get an extra public holiday on Friday to celebrate Kuala Lumpur City FC's (KL City FC) victory in the Malaysia Cup football tournament. Federal Territories Minister Shahidan Kassim said this in a statement announcing the government's decision earlier today.

Govt makes Friday public holiday for federal territories

[KiniNews] Pakatan Harapan leader Anwar Ibrahim said PKR and Amanah would explore the proposal of a merger.Although a formal proposal has been made and leaders of both parties are aware of it, he said there have been no formal discussions on the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has once again brought up the possibility of Najib Abdul Razak returning as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister. Writing on his Facebook page today, Kit Siang claimed Najib was trying to distract people from his possible return after the 15th General Election.The post did not go unnoticed by Najib, who responded directly to it. ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Pakatan Harapan leader Anwar Ibrahim said PKR and Amanah would explore the proposal of a merger.Although a formal proposal has been made and leaders of both parties are aware of it, he said there have been no formal discussions on the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has once again brought up the possibility of Najib Abdul Razak returning as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister. Writing on his Facebook page today, Kit Siang claimed Najib was trying to distract people from his possible return after the 15th General Election.The post did not go unnoticed by Najib, who responded directly to it. ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - <a href="https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa</a>

#KiniNews: PKR-Amanah merger on the table, Najib tells Kit Siang to start fan page

Pakatan Harapan leader Anwar Ibrahim said PKR and Amanah would explore the proposal of a merger.Although a formal proposal has been made and leaders of both parties are aware of it, he said there have been no formal discussions on the matter.Anwar, who is also PKR president, did not reveal when the proposal was made.

Pakatan Harapan leader Anwar Ibrahim said PKR and Amanah would explore the proposal of a merger.Although a formal proposal has been made and leaders of both parties are aware of it, he said there have been no formal discussions on the matter.Anwar, who is also PKR president, did not reveal when the proposal was made.

Anwar: Formal proposal made on PKR-Amanah merger

A total of 1,076 child abuse cases were reported in the state from January to September this year, the Selangor State Legislative Assembly was told today.State Public Health, Unity, and Women and Family Development Committee chairperson Siti Mariah Mahmud said based on statistics from the Selangor police, this number included cases of physical abuse (527 cases), emotional abuse (35) and sexual abuse or harassment (514), without specifying cases involving paedophiles.She was responding to Juwairiya Zulkifli (Harapan-Bukit Melawati) who asked about the number of paedophilia cases recorded in the state, at the State Legislative Assembly sitting.

A total of 1,076 child abuse cases were reported in the state from January to September this year, the Selangor State Legislative Assembly was told today. State Public Health, Unity, and Women and Family Development Committee chairperson Siti Mariah Mahmud said based on statistics from the Selangor police, this number included cases of physical abuse (527 cases), emotional abuse (35) and sexual abuse or harassment (514), without specifying cases involving paedophiles. She was responding to Juwairiya Zulkifli (Harapan-Bukit Melawati) who asked about the number of paedophilia cases recorded in the state, at the State Legislative Assembly sitting.

1,076 child abuse cases reported in S'gor this year

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has once again brought up the possibility of Najib Abdul Razak returning to power as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister. Writing on his Facebook page today, Kit Siang claimed Najib was trying to distract people from his possible return after the 15th General Election.The post did not go unnoticed by Najib, who responded directly to it. The former prime minister told Kit Siang to rename the Facebook page from Lim Kit Siang to "We Love Najib Razak".

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has once again brought up the possibility of Najib Abdul Razak returning to power as Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister. Writing on his Facebook page today, Kit Siang claimed Najib was trying to distract people from his possible return after the 15th General Election. The post did not go unnoticed by Najib, who responded directly to it. The former prime minister told Kit Siang to rename the Facebook page from Lim Kit Siang to "We Love Najib Razak".

Najib tells Kit Siang to run 'bossku' fan page

Ice manufacturers do not have a good reason to increase the price of their products, said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.Commenting on the 50 sen increase for a packet of ice cubes, he said this should not have happened as the government did not increase water and electricity tariffs.

Ice manufacturers do not have a good reason to increase the price of their products, said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob. Commenting on the 50 sen increase for a packet of ice cubes, he said this should not have happened as the government did not increase water and electricity tariffs.

PM: Price increase for ice cubes not justified

The Health Ministry will update its travel ban list involving countries considered at high risk of spreading the new Covid-19 variant Omicron on a daily basis. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said on top of the eight countries already on the ban list, Malaysia is also reviewing whether to impose similar travel restrictions on five others.The five are the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Australia. These countries have detected the variant before it was reported by South African scientists."Once we have more information on the status of the cases in the countries mentioned, after having done the risk assessment, we will decide if they will be included in the list," he told a virtual press conference this afternoon.The eight countries already on the ban list are South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Malawi.

The Health Ministry will update its travel ban list involving countries considered at high risk of spreading the new Covid-19 variant Omicron on a daily basis. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said on top of the eight countries already on the ban list, Malaysia is also reviewing whether to impose similar travel restrictions on five others. The five are the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Australia. These countries have detected the variant before it was reported by South African scientists. "Once we have more information on the status of the cases in the countries mentioned, after having done the risk assessment, we will decide if they will be included in the list," he told a virtual press conference this afternoon. The eight countries already on the ban list are South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Malawi.

MOH to update travel ban list daily to curb Omicron spread

The Health Ministry will update its travel ban list involving countries considered at high risk of spreading the new Covid-19 variant Omicron on a daily basis. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said on top of the eight countries already on the ban list, Malaysia is also reviewing whether to impose similar travel restrictions on five others.The five are the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Australia. These countries have detected the variant before it was reported by South African scientists.The eight countries already on the ban list are South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Malawi.

The Health Ministry will update its travel ban list involving countries considered at high risk of spreading the new Covid-19 variant Omicron on a daily basis. Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said on top of the eight countries already on the ban list, Malaysia is also reviewing whether to impose similar travel restrictions on five others. The five are the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and Australia. These countries have detected the variant before it was reported by South African scientists. The eight countries already on the ban list are South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Malawi.

Khairy: MOH will update countries on travel ban list daily

Former Cameron Highlands MP Sivarraajh Chandran has criticised Bersatu Youth leader for harping on the abolition of vernacular schools in order to strengthen the Malay language.In a statement today, he cautioned that the calls to abolish vernacular schools to strengthen Bahasa Malaysia may risk jeopardising national unity.The Taman Bukit Kuchai Baru MIC branch chief said it was irresponsible to turn vernacular schools into a punching bag in order to be seen as the national language fighter for political gain.

Former Cameron Highlands MP Sivarraajh Chandran has criticised Bersatu Youth leader for harping on the abolition of vernacular schools in order to strengthen the Malay language.In a statement today, he cautioned that the calls to abolish vernacular schools to strengthen Bahasa Malaysia may risk jeopardising national unity.The Taman Bukit Kuchai Baru MIC branch chief said it was irresponsible to turn vernacular schools into a punching bag in order to be seen as the national language fighter for political gain.

MIC leader slams Bersatu Youth over calls to abolish vernacular schools

Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob today conducted price checks on essential items at the MyFarm Outlet Kasih in Putrajaya.Speaking to reporters, he admitted that the price of essential goods has increased but said it was not caused by traders.He attributed the price increase to costs accumulated at various levels of the supply chain before the goods reached traders.

Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob today conducted price checks on essential items at the MyFarm Outlet Kasih in Putrajaya. Speaking to reporters, he admitted that the price of essential goods has increased but said it was not caused by traders. He attributed the price increase to costs accumulated at various levels of the supply chain before the goods reached traders.

Ismail Sabri conducts price check in Putrajaya

Kuala Lumpur (KL) City FC stun defending champions Johor Darul Ta’zim 2-0 in the final of the prestigious Malaysia Cup.The victory marks the end of their 32-year title drought at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil.KL’s victory, which came on the 100th anniversary of the Malaysia Cup competition, also earned them a place in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup next season.

Kuala Lumpur (KL) City FC stun defending champions Johor Darul Ta’zim 2-0 in the final of the prestigious Malaysia Cup. The victory marks the end of their 32-year title drought at the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil. KL’s victory, which came on the 100th anniversary of the Malaysia Cup competition, also earned them a place in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Cup next season.

KL stuns JDT to lift Malaysia Cup, fans continue match on social media

Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh stole the spotlight when she attended the open day programme with residents at the Al-Imam Al-Ghazali Mosque in Bandar Manjalara, Kuala Lumpur last week.In a video posted on Facebook, Hannah appeared at the programme wearing a baju kurung and hijab.One resident was even shocked when he found out who she was.Video source: https://fb.watch/9CJi7kZ3hd/

Segambut MP Hannah Yeoh stole the spotlight when she attended the open day programme with residents at the Al-Imam Al-Ghazali Mosque in Bandar Manjalara, Kuala Lumpur last week. In a video posted on Facebook, Hannah appeared at the programme wearing a baju kurung and hijab. One resident was even shocked when he found out who she was. Video source: https://fb.watch/9CJi7kZ3hd/

Hannah Yeoh wears hijab to community event at mosque

Najib Abdul Razak has claimed that Bersatu is moving against Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.However, Bersatu has been quick to deny its planning a political coup against the Umno prime minister.In a statement, Bersatu information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan called Najib’s allegation slander.

Najib Abdul Razak has claimed that Bersatu is moving against Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob. However, Bersatu has been quick to deny its planning a political coup against the Umno prime minister. In a statement, Bersatu information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan called Najib’s allegation slander.