Khaled Meshaal’s rise to lead Hamas has hit the wall due to Yahya Sinwar’s opposition. Meshaal is Hamas’ former political bureau head. Sinwar who is Hamas chief in the Gaza Strip wants the new Hamas leader to be one who has warm relations with Tehran, reported Saudi Arabia owned Alhadath news channel. Meshaal has not…
The Anti – Discriminatory Student Movement (ADSM) that triggered off the protests in Bangladesh weeks ago have proposed that Nobel Laureate Dr Mohammad Yunus be made chief advisor to the interim Bangladesh government. “We have decided that the interim government would be formed in which internationally renowned Nobel Laureate Dr Mohammad Yunus, who has wide…
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced that the government is mulling over a proposal to develop a social media app specifically for Malaysians. “Last year, it was estimated that Facebook alone earned US $ 600 million dollar (RM2.6 billion) from Malaysia, but what have they done to ensure that the condition and use of their platform…
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan advised Malaysians in or visiting the UK to avoid protest areas and register with the Malaysian High Commission in London for safety. “Malaysians are advised not to be in areas likely to be targets, and to stay in contact with the embassy so we can ensure they are safe,”…
Malicious and discriminatory attention on Malaysian women badminton doubles pair for the Paris 2024 Olympics, Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan is unwarranted. This is because their sportswear met international standards, said Penang’s Social Development and Welfare Committee chairman, Lim Siew Khim. “Such malicious and discriminatory attention is unacceptable. “Instead, we should focus on their dedication…
Malaysia’s progress hinges on rejecting populism, respecting cultural differences, and fostering tolerance to create a new political culture, said Dong Zong chairman Tan Yew Seng. “We advocate that for the country to progress, it must avoid sinking further, stop manipulating populism, and respect differences through mutual tolerance and understanding to build a new political culture. …
Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has confirmed that his second deputy chief minister, Jagdeep Singh Deo’s medical leave has been extended until tomorrow, Aug 9. Jagdeep had informed Chow regarding his medical leave extension on Aug 2. “He told me that he is in good condition and requested a leave extension until Aug 9,”…
Gerakan should exit the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition if it still values its principles and dignity. This is because its fellow component PN member Pas has become too fanatic. “Pas has become fanatical, ignoring the constitutional guarantees of religious freedom and social harmony in Malaysia. “Gerakan must not tolerate or support Pas’s increasing arrogance.” “If…
A child pornography ring might be involved in the kidnapping of Albertine Leo. While the motive for the girl’s abduction is still unclear, investigators are zeroing in on one of the five suspects. This development follows the discovery of child pornography and sex toys at the home of the 31-year-old suspect, who is the fifth…
The ringgit is Asia’s best-performing currency against the US dollar and the only one to strengthen year-to-date (YTD). Analysts project that it will maintain its leading position in the region through the second half of 2024. “YTD, the ringgit is the only Asian currency that has appreciated against the US dollar,” Standard Chartered (StanChart) said,…
