IN case you missed it, here is a list of articles handpicked by our editor for the week beginning Jan 4 to 10, 2016.
MONDAY, January 18:
TMJ makes a cameo in classy JDT jersey promo video
A high quality promotional video featuring the JDT's 2016 kit on Facebook has become viral. The video shows several main players including Safiq Rahim, Safee Sali, and Amri Yahyah donning the latest kit by Adidas while displaying some fancy football moves at the Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru. The owner of JDT, Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim makes special appearance in the video.
Perlis President Cup keeper Saiful Niza killed in accident
Perlis President Cup goalkeeper, Muhammad Saiful Niza Nasir, 18, who was on his way to attend training was killed in a road accident at Jalan Raja Syed Alwi, Titi Chai.
TUESDAY, January 19:
Schoolgirl loses both legs in hit-and-run accident
A Form One girl lost both her legs after being ran over by a lorry in a hit-and-run accident at Parit 16, Sungai Panjang. Sabak Bernam police chief Supt Nor Azmi Isa said the girl, Siti Nuraisyah Sahrin, and her stepsister, Shamin Amirah Roslan, 14, were on a motorcycle heading home when the mishap occurred at 3 pm.
Lack of self-initiative, soft skills leads to unemployed fresh graduates
TalentCorp Malaysia chief executive officer Johan Mahmood Merican said some of the fresh graduates tended to take the job application process lightly, without taking the initiative to market themselves to the future employer.
WEDNESDAY, January 20:
Actress Fasha Sandha, Jejai officially divorced
Speculation surrounding local actress, Fasha Sandha's marriage finally comes to an end when she and her husband, Rizal Ashram Ramli, is officially divorced with a single talaq.
Kedah UMNO rejects Mukhriz leadership
The majority of Kedah UMNO leaders expressed no-confidence in Datuk Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir as the menteri besar and chairman of the state UMNO liaison committee. Kedah UMNO liaison committee deputy chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah announced this after a closed-door meeting with almost all UMNO assemblymen and MPs in the state.
THURSDAY, January 21:
Nearly 1,000 rally in support of Mukhriz
Nearly 1,000 people gathered at the Kedah UMNO building in support of Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir. They gathered since 8pm to voice support for Mukhriz who was said to be present in the building to attend the Jerlun UMNO Division meeting that night.
PHOTO GALLERY: Support pours in for Kedah MB, Datuk Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir
More photos of Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir with his supporters after he arrives at the Bangunan Tunku in Alor Setar.
FRIDAY, January 22:
Kedah UMNO tussle: Why the Mukhriz Mahathir issue is important to all Malaysians
A 'Letter to Editor' by political analyst Dr Chandra Muzaffar. He stated that for most Malaysian citizens, whatever their state or party affiliation, the Mukhriz Mahathir issue is important because of its impact upon democracy and governance.
SATURDAY, January 23:
Three Malaysian Scientists listed in The 'World's Most Influential Minds 2015'
Three chemical engineering experts from Malaysia received scientific recognition as being the 'World's Most Influential Minds in 2015' by Thomson Reuters. One of them is Professor Dr Siti Khatum Kamarudin (pic above) , from Universiti Kebangsaan (UKM) Malaysia and in the field of Hydrogen Energy and Fuel Cells.
Celine Dion's husband honoured in elaborate Montreal funeral
Canadian political leaders and entertainers joined award-winning singer Celine Dion in honouring the life of her husband, René Angélil, the man who plucked her out of childhood obscurity and propelled her to international fame.
SUNDAY, January 24:
Ahmad Bashah denies eyeing Kedah Menteri Besar post
Kedah UMNO Liaison deputy chairman Datuk Seri Ahmad Bashah Md Hanipah on Sunday denied being crazy about wanting to become Kedah's next Menteri Besar, as alleged by certain quarters. He drew to attention the fact that he had given way in the 13th general election for Datuk Seri Mukhriz Tun Mahathir to become menteri besar.
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Mon Jan 25 2016
The list of news handpicked by an Astro AWANI editor for the week beginning Jan 18 to Jan 24, 2016.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on Budget 2025 optimism
The benchmark index, which opened 1.85 points higher at 1,643.29, moved between 1,641.71 and 1,649.31 throughout the trading session.
Five important aspects relating to people’s lives in Budget 2025 - PM
The focus is on driving the MADANI Economy, speeding reforms, cutting red tape, raising wages, and tackling the cost of living.
Economic outlook: Govt plans to leverage, expand existing city transit system
The expansion aims to provide a more efficient and reliable public transportation network, reduce congestion, and improve accessibility.