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“Under Najib, everyone under him became a thief “: Dr Mahathir

14 Sept 08:15 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Mahathir Mohamad accused the previous Najib government of pervasive corruption, stating that "everyone under him became a thief" due to Najib's own alleged thievery.
He cited instances of government officers receiving inflated salaries and pocketing project funds, criticizing Najib for 'spoiling' the people by distributing stolen money and fostering a sense of entitlement without work.

Today 18:20 Key points summarised by AI

A recent poll reveals over 77% of people will not participate in the Loy Krathong festival, primarily due to COVID-19 concerns and fears of new infection clusters.
Many respondents plan alternative celebrations, with 61.1% opting to float Krathongs in nearby canals and 8.5% choosing to celebrate online to avoid crowds.
The survey indicates a shift in perception, with 22% no longer attaching importance to the festival and 71.8% believing its traditional fun aspects will be diminished by the pandemic.
Loy Krathong's traditional purpose is to offer apologies to the Hindu Goddess Ganga and release sins by floating baskets, often accompanied by cultural festivities.