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Defence to zoom in on Shahrol's text messages with Najib

NAJIB TRIAL | 1MDB CEO testifies he only text the former premier on birthdays.

Hariz Mohd and Hidir Reduan Abdul Rashid, 2019-10-14 20:54:34+08:00

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Indian buyers slash M'sian palm oil purchases fearing duty hike - traders

India is considering restricting imports of some products after M'sia criticised New Delhi for its actions in Kashmir.

2019-10-14 21:34:22+08:00

Khairy: Investment dropped due to absence of power transition timeline

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PM's defence of Sosma arrests hard to swallow, rues Ramasamy

This is not Harapan, says DAP leader, who also reminds Mahathir of his criticism of Sosma in the past.

2019-10-14 19:06:00+08:00

Satisfied with dragnet briefing, Dr M says cops had no choice but to use Sosma

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Paedophile who preyed on 23 kids in KL stabbed to death in UK prison

Richard Huckle was attacked in his cell at Full Sutton Prison in York, reports BBC.

2019-10-14 19:15:04+08:00

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LTTE dragnet - they got the bogeyman they wanted

COMMENT | The "they" in the title refers to the far-right political operatives, academics etc - and the deep Islamic state.

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Auditor-general moots new caps to tackle off-balance sheet debt

'Currently, we have no limit to cap the government guarantees,' says Nik Azman Nik Abdul Majid..

2019-10-14 18:15:00+08:00

Don't 'auction off' country by lowering housing cap, says Ismail Sabri

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Day 21: 1MDB prevented Audit Dept from photocopying its documents in 2010

1MDB LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-premier Najib's 1MDB trial.

Hidir Reduan Abdul Rashid and Hariz Mohd, 2019-10-14 14:07:00+08:00

Umno leaders vow to fight MACC’s compound notices for ‘1MDB funds’

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Decision on RTS to be announced by Oct 31 - Anthony Loke

Last May, S'pore and M'sia agreed to suspend work on the RTS project linking Johor Bahru with Singapore.

Bernama, 2019-10-14 17:01:51+08:00

Singapore eases monetary policy for first time in 3 years

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AICHR quartet breaks convention with message on haze

Four out of 10 AICHR reps remind member states of commitment to turn region haze-free by 2020.

2019-10-14 16:12:41+08:00

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National schools not treated fairly in Budget 2020 - Ismail Sabri

PARLIAMENT | He questions the basis for the allocations to the different types of schools.

Kow Gah Chie, 2019-10-14 17:25:00+08:00

Yoursay: Malay Dignity Congress forgets to blame corrupt leaders

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Anwar appeals for cops to be given space, not pressure in LTTE probe

UPDATED 4.27PM | He disagrees with the need for the parliamentary select committee to scrutinise the arrests under Sosma.

2019-10-14 15:14:00+08:00

Guan Eng tells counter-terrorism boss to focus on probe, not his remarks

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M'sian Bar: Surveillance would have revealed evidence, charge 'LTTE' suspects

Do not unnecessarily detain the suspects for 28 days as provided under Sosma, says Abdul Fareed.

2019-10-14 15:51:08+08:00

Umno veep questions DAP 'double standard' over LTTE arrests

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Police: hydrogen caused balloons explosion, not helium

The explosion resulted in 16 people suffering minor injuries including nine children.

Bernama, 2019-10-14 16:24:00+08:00

Siti Aisyah withdraws full acquittal appeal in Jong-nam murder charge

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Guan Eng assures no undue spendings amid economic uncertainties

'There will be no undue utilisation of our resources unless it is for strategic national interest.'

Alyaa Alhadjri, 2019-10-14 14:21:00+08:00

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Najib, Rosmah get photos of items seized by authorities last year

The High Court gives them a month to go through the photos and see if they can identify all items.

Hariz Mohd, 2019-10-14 12:29:00+08:00

Yoursay: Are there no level-headed moderate Malays?

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DAP backs PAS on White Paper, Ramasamy ropes in 1MDB and Zakir Naik

He says White Paper should detail why the Indian-born preacher is 'being protected' in Malaysia.

Ng Xiang Yi & Susan Loone, 2019-10-14 13:08:00+08:00

Kit Siang suggests White Paper on terror includes IUMS, implicates Hadi

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Female labour force must be mobilised - Wan Azizah

'There are many capable women in M'sia whose talents are not utilised.'

Bernama, 2019-10-14 16:30:27+08:00

Budget 2020: Rakyat's issues still a serious concern

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Ku Nan ordered to enter defence on RM2m graft charge

UPDATED 12.30PM | He is accused of accepting RM2m bribe via a Hong Leong Islamic Bank cheque.

Hidir Reduan Abdul Rashid, 2019-10-14 09:41:00+08:00

Former IGP clueless about difference between news and satire

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Who were the LTTE?

KINIGUIDE | They fought a bloody separatist war against the Sri Lankan government from 1983 to 2009.

Kiniguide, 2019-10-14 06:48:00+08:00

India bars public gatherings in Ayodhya as court verdict nears

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Transport Ministry to be lenient with e-hailing drivers without PSV licence

But this is only towards those who have registered for PSV examination of taking steps to fulfil requirements.

Faisal Asyraf, 2019-10-14 10:21:00+08:00

Govt's readiness for 5G technology the focus in Parliament today

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Fake video showing Trump killing press condemned

The video shows Trump’s head superimposed on a man opening fire at faces with logos of various news organizations.

Reuters, 2019-10-14 14:47:29+08:00

Thailand unveils puppies with royal pedigree

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The Philippines' police chief resigns over drug scandal accusation

He is accused of involvement in 'recycling' confiscated drugs, an allegation that could undermine govt’s anti-narcotics campaign.

Reuters, 2019-10-14 14:50:09+08:00

Five associates of French police HQ attacker arrested

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Trade war rejuvenates 'Silicon Valley' firms in Penang

US companies are looking for factories outside China to escape retaliatory tariffs, leading to Penang’s resurgence.

Reuters, 2019-10-14 11:56:00+08:00

Minister: M'sia inspired to be global halal gelatine supplier

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Hong Kong gears up for pro-democracy rally after latest weekend of unrest

Activists planned to gather near government headquarters a day after demonstrators rampaged across the territory.

Reuters, 2019-10-14 10:32:32+08:00

Singing and dancing, Haitians flock to streets in anti-government protest

Canada's Trudeau vows to forge ahead with campaign after security threat

A security threat forces him to wear a bulletproof vest at a campaign rally on Saturday.

Reuters, 2019-10-14 10:34:25+08:00

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Man wearing 'Commissioner of Police' vest arrested

The man was detained while wearing the vest at a religious programme in Sentul.

Bernama, 2019-10-14 08:38:11+08:00

MACC nabs two senior RTM officials and 8 news from yesterday

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PAS wants White Paper on LTTE tabled in Parliament

Takiyuddin Hassan says police should be given the space to investigate the matter independently.

2019-10-13 23:31:29+08:00

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MyPPP deregistration reversed but political drama continues

Maglin Dennis D Cruz claims M Kayveas has no right to declare himself as president.

B Nantha Kumar, 2019-10-13 22:29:44+08:00

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Zuraida: Move to reduce minimum property price for foreigners not from my ministry

The minister says she will engage the Finance Ministry on a review if the need arises.

2019-10-13 19:53:00+08:00

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LTTE arrests: Sosma is too harsh, says Anwar

PKR chief says the law needs to be amended, especially on the powers vested in the police.

Susan Loone, 2019-10-13 18:31:00+08:00

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Orphanage, tahfiz schools in Hulu Langat reeling after harrowing flash flood

Residents say they are living in fear after 15 minutes of rain turned main road into a raging river.

Martin Vengadesan, 2019-10-13 16:18:00+08:00

Exploitation of indigenous arts a rampant problem, forum told

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PM: No citizenship for foreigners just for buying RM600k property

Dr M says decision to lower the threshold was meant to reduce supply overhang of condominiums and apartments.

Bernama, 2019-10-13 20:37:00+08:00

Lower threshold for foreigners buying condos only for existing unsold units

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Home terrorists more dangerous than those who fought in Syria - police

Ayob Khan says they chose to carry out their plans regionally after having failed to join the jihad in Syria.

Kow Gah Chie & B Nantha Kumar, 2019-10-13 17:06:00+08:00

Police: 40 M'sians held in Syria seeking to return home

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Gov't to decide on fuel subsidy mechanism for non-B40 group

Saifuddin Nasution says the gov't still have three months to do what was necessary before the implementation next year.

Bernama, 2019-10-13 23:19:12+08:00

China-US trade war has not affected pacts with M'sia - Saifuddin

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Sosma arrests: DAP ministers complained but Dr M says to let police investigate

'The Home Minister had no prior knowledge regarding the arrests of the DAP assemblypersons.'

Kow Gah Chie, 2019-10-13 09:45:00+08:00

Teacher, CEO among five nabbed in latest LTTE-linked operation

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Perception that Malay base in Penang is being eroded - Anwar on reclamation

PKR president denies inconsistency in views on the Penang South Reclamation project.

Susan Loone, 2019-10-13 16:52:00+08:00

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