Penang Bridge finally begins to accept credit and debit cards for toll payments

Penang Bridge finally begins to accept credit and debit cards for toll payments

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 — PLUS has recently announced the activation of the open payment system (SPT) at the Penang Bridge’s toll plaza. This allows users to perform toll payments over there by using MyDebit cards as well as Visa or Mastercard-branded debit and credit cards. It is a long time coming for Penang Bridge … Read more

Warisan unable to accept defeat, says GRS info chief

Warisan unable to accept defeat, says GRS info chief

KOTA KINABALU, March 17 — Parti Warisan’s continuous politicking reflects their inability to accept defeat and move forward constructively, said Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) information chief Datuk Joniston Bangkuai. He viewed that the relentless attacks on GRS-PH Plus government are indicative of their frustration over their failed attempt to seize power in 2022. “Warisan’s strategy … Read more

Don't be defensive, accept criticism with open minds, Perak MB tells civil servants

Don't be defensive, accept criticism with open minds, Perak MB tells civil servants

IPOH, March 9 — Government officers in Perak do not need to be defensive but to accept complaints from the public with an open mind, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. He said the complaints are feedback that plays a role in further improving the quality of service in the respective government departments. “Complaints, … Read more

Federal Court decision on Kelantan Shariah code: All parties urged to accept Selangor Sultan’s decree, says religious affairs minister 

Federal Court decision on Kelantan Shariah code: All parties urged to accept Selangor Sultan’s decree, says religious affairs minister 

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 15 — All parties are urged to accept Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah’s decree to respect the Federal Court’s ruling on Nik Elin Zurina Nik Abdul Rashid’s case and that the Federal Constitution is upheld as the supreme law of the country. Minister in Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Mohd … Read more

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks accept honorary Oscars at Hollywood gala

Angela Bassett, Mel Brooks accept honorary Oscars at Hollywood gala

LOS ANGELES, Jan 10 — Actor Angela Bassett was celebrated for a lifetime of memorable roles from Tina Turner to the queen of Wakanda as Hollywood’s film academy handed out honorary Oscars yesterday. Comedian Mel Brooks also received a golden statuette at the annual Governors Awards in front of a crowd of top stars including … Read more