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The legal perils of the Tobacco and Smoking Products Control Bill 2022

The legal perils of the Tobacco and Smoking Products Control Bill 2022

It is extremely concerning that Malaysian civil liberties are at stake and potentially open to abuse in this Tobacco Bill, writes former chief justice Tun Zaki.
Fri Sep 09 2022
Former CJ unravels civil-syariah court jurisdiction conflict in new book

Former CJ unravels civil-syariah court jurisdiction conflict in new book

The conflict between the jurisdiction of the Civil and Syariah courts is the main focus of a book written by former Chief Justice, Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamad.
Fri Dec 09 2016
Cross-dressing: COA's decision has wide implications, says Tun Abdul Hamid

Cross-dressing: COA's decision has wide implications, says Tun Abdul Hamid

COA's decision on cross-dressing has wide implications and could even pave the way for same sex marriage, said former Chief Justice Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamad.
Thu Nov 13 2014
I will carry out the task to the best of my ability - Tun Zaki

I will carry out the task to the best of my ability - Tun Zaki

Tun Zaki said restoring public confidence towards the implementation process of public examinations in Malaysia should be made top priority.
Sat Sep 20 2014
Tun Zaki heads panel to review SOP for exams

Tun Zaki heads panel to review SOP for exams

The former chief justice will head an independent nine-member panel to review the Malaysian Examinations Syndicate's SOP for public examinations.
Tue Sep 16 2014
'Allah' just for Muslims, says former chief justice

'Allah' just for Muslims, says former chief justice

Tun Ahmad Fairuz Sheikh Abdul Halim said all quarters must respect the laws and should not question or raise the issue.
Wed Jan 30 2013
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable

Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time

Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration

Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024