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Flag Controversy

Enforcement overstep? Local councils cannot punish flag offences, only cops have jurisdiction: Dr. Boo

Former Johor DAP chairman says Pontian council exceeded powers by suspending business licences, calls for disciplinary probe into president

Political parties warned against unlawful action over upside-down flag row

DAP’s Dr Boo Cheng Hau said the Pontian council overstepped its powers in ordering a dental clinic to close, stressing that only police can act on flag offences

Victor apologises for upside-down flag on Zii Jia’s jersey

Lee Zii Jia’s strong start at the World Tour Finals was marred by a jersey error, sponsor Victor apologised, and Team LZJ pledged to avoid future mishaps

Why double standards? Other countries’ flags are flown at events here too, Tiong says

He noted that neighbouring countries routinely see displays of national flags at events with international audiences without controversy

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source