The government may consider a complete ban on Waze in Malaysia.  

However, PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says such a move would only happen if alternative navigation apps, including those developed locally have enough capacity to meet demand.  

He said this after the govt barred civil servants from using Waze while on official business.

Datuk Seri Anwar also insists it will NOT make a U-turn on the ban for public servants, saying it is a national security issue.  

Meanwhile, govt spokesman Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil says people are free to use any Waze alternative, including those developed overseas.

The Waze restriction was announced due to concerns about its data security and the app's ties with Israel.  

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Malaysia is set to see its fourth state election this year!  

This, after Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg confirmed that the state legislative assembly will be dissolved on Monday, October 26th.

Elections must be held within 60 days of dissolution, meaning it has to take place by the end of December.  

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Police have recorded statements from 24 people, as part of their probe into the Kuching private school incident.  

The state's acting Police Commissioner says they include the teacher who was injured in the attack, as well as school staff, students and the suspect’s parents.

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In other news

Selangor Police have confirmed the arrest of 6 suspects over the alleged abuse of a foreign domestic helper who suffered burns across her body.  

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Malaysia and the Philippines will conduct a joint investigation into an attempt to smuggle half a tonne of drugs aboard a private jet from Subang to Manila, via Laos.

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Selangor will close all Eco Forest Parks and hiking trails in its Permanent Forest Reserves from mid-November until the end of January due to the monsoon season.

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At last look, 17 areas nationwide reported unhealthy air quality, with Seremban recording the highest API.

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