Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced an additional RM2,500 in cash assistance for eligible flood-affected households in Selangor, alongside orders to expedite state flood mitigation works.
PETALING JAYA: The Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (Jakim) is looking into Canadian singer The Weeknd’s concerts in Kuala Lumpur earlier this week following allegations that certain elements of the performances could promote practices deemed contrary to Islamic beliefs.
The issue was raised by PAS Youth, which questioned the use of a giant golden statue and other stage elements during the singer’s performances at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on Nov 4 and 5, claiming they bore similarities to ritualistic worship.
