28 JAN 2024 - BERITA TENGAHARI (PENUH)

Summary

The King expresses gratitude and bids farewell as his term as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong ends. The Prime Minister praises his concern for the people. Tunku Ismail is appointed Regent of Johor as Sultan Ibrahim becomes the 17th King. PM Anwar Ibrahim will attend the Perak unity government convention. The Tani Usahawan initiative will expand nationwide to increase farmer incomes. Floods affect parts of Terengganu and Pahang. 3 singers are eliminated from Bintang RTM competition but remain positive. Palestinian President criticizes some countries for suspending UN refugee agency funding over alleged staff misconduct.

Takeaways

• 😊 The outgoing King expressed gratitude to the people for their loyalty during his reign.
• 😢 The outgoing King bid farewell with sadness but also happiness and gratitude for fulfilling his duties.
• 🎉 The incoming King was appointed as Regent of Johor starting today.
• 👍 PM Anwar Ibrahim is expected to attend the Perak Unity Government Convention.
• 😀 7 IPR Intan participants in Putrajaya earned monthly incomes way above the minimum target of RM2000.
• 😡 Some Malaysians did inappropriate actions like silat performances in mosques, tarnishing the country's image.
• ❌ Viral claims of no more civil servants being appointed on permanent status is false.
• 😥 Some countries suspended funding to UN Palestinian refugee agency over alleged staff misconduct.
• 🚢 World's largest cruise retirement ship powered by LNG made its maiden voyage despite environmental concerns over methane leakage.
• ⚽ Malaysia women's hockey team finished 6th after losing to Uruguay in the 5-6 position playoff match.

Q & A

What initiative by the Prime Minister was expanded nationwide?

The affordable goods sales program called 'Madani Service for the People' which offers basic necessities at low prices.

What was the average monthly income earned by IPR Intan participants in Putrajaya?

The 7 IPR Intan participants in Putrajaya earned between RM1,1990 to RM3,413 after the first harvest cycle.

Who officiated at the 2024 Mawib Run event?

Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Datuk Noh Omar officiated at the 2024 Mawib Run event.

What issue regarding waste management in Lahad Datu was highlighted?

The issue of waste piling up near Jalan Pantai Lahad Datu, with almost 300,000 residents and 198 tan of solid waste handled daily.

What was the advice given regarding Malaysian pilgrims behaving inappropriately abroad?

The minister advised pilgrims visiting holy sites to focus on their prayers and avoid actions that could tarnish the country's image.

How many flood victims were there in Terengganu as of 12 noon?

As of 12 noon, there were 1,283 flood victims in Dungun, Terengganu.

Who was appointed as Regent of Johor starting January 31st?

The Crown Prince Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim was appointed as Regent of Johor from January 31st during the reign of his father as the King.

What did the hockey coach say about the national team's performance at the World Cup?

Coach Nabil Fikri said he was pleased with the national team's performance against Uruguay and throughout the tournament.

What funding decision regarding Palestinian refugees was criticized?

Mahmoud Abbas criticized some countries' decisions to temporarily stop funding the UN refugee agency for Palestinians UNRWA.

What environmental concern was raised regarding the world's largest cruise liner?

Environmental groups are worried the LNG-powered giant cruise ships will release harmful methane gas into the atmosphere.