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E-Tunai Rakyat: Is our data really protected, Mr Minister?
Electronic wallets (e-wallets) are a relatively new concept in Malaysia but in an increasingly digital society, its daily prevalence is inevitable. The question is, are we ready to sell our private data to unknown entities? As the popularity of e-wallets rises,
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March 2 to decide on Mohd Nazifuddin´s stay application
KUALA LUMPUR: High Court today fixed March 2 to decide on former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s son, Datuk Mohd Nazifuddin’s application for stay of proceeding of the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) lawsuit against him to seek RM37.6
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PAS to govt: Don’t extend PLUS’ concession
PAS would like to urge the federal government to review the 20 year concession extension given to PLUS Malaysia Bhd’s (PLUS) until 2058. Even though the 18% toll reduction without compensation will be effective from February 1, the 20 year
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BWF approves use of synthetic feather shuttlecocks from 2021
KUALA LUMPUR: The Badminton World Federation (BWF) today approved the use of synthetic feather shuttlecocks at international tournaments of all levels from 2021 to reduce waste and for sustainability of the sport. Through the decision, BWF has made it possible
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Ku Nan on leave, defence proceedings postponed to Feb 18
KUALA LUMPUR: The defence proceedings in the case involving Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor on the charge of accepting a RM2-million bribe from a businessman today was postponed to Feb 18 as the former Federal Territories Minister injured his
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Najib: Pakatan giving lame excuses to extend PLUS concession period
PUCHONG: Former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak mocked the Pakatan Harapan government for its decision to extend North-South Expressway (PLUS) concession period last week. In a Facebook post today, Najib many have criticised the government for its decision
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Fire and Rescue Dept issues advisory during monsoon season
PUCHONG: The Fire and Rescue Department has identified 15 hotspots where people may drown if they are not careful during the monsoon season. The department advised the public to avoid engaging in any water activities at these locations. The 15
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Mahathir received five proposals for ailing Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia has received five proposals for its debt-laden national carrier Malaysia Airlines, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said at a group media briefing today. “There are about 5 proposals but of course some of them are just no go,” Mahathir said
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Syed Saddiq: I was not there in the drug-fuelled party!
PUCHONG: Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman denied claims that he was one of the attendees of a drug-fuelled party raided by the police on Jan 12. In a statement today, Syed Saddiq also said he would
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Hadi: Kimanis victory signals people’s acceptance to Muafakat Nasional
PAS would like to congratulate the BN candidate for the Kimanis by-election, Datuk Mohamad Alamin for winning the polls. It is a positive sign, signalling the nation’s growing support for the Muafakat Nasional agenda. The victory in the Sabah by-election
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