Archive - 6 August 2013

Lee Kuan Yew: Race-based policies disadvantage M'sia

Lee Kuan Yew: Race-based policies disadvantage M'sia

The ex-S'pore PM says in his new book they are shrinking the talent pool needed to build the kind of society that uses talent from all races.

Palanivel's okay with contest for MIC president's post

Palanivel's okay with contest for MIC president's post

The MIC president was asked to comment on reports that his deputy, Dr S Subramaniam, would be challenging him for his post.

Guilds urge MCA to take up gov't posts

Guilds urge MCA to take up gov't posts

Two major Chinese groups tell MCA that they are needed in the cabinet and should fill government positions to safeguard the community's interests.
'Dr M hard-headed and full of contradictions'

'Dr M hard-headed and full of contradictions'

NONE In a new book, ex-PM Abdullah Ahmad Badawi says that if he had followed Mahathir's will, the nation would have gone bankrupt.
2013-08-06

2013-08-06

Cop jailed seven years for withholding info on terror

Cop jailed seven years for withholding info on terror

The High Court in Kota Kinabalu today sentenced Detective Corporal Hassan Ali Basari, 61, to seven years imprisonment, the maximum jail sentence under Section 130M of the Penal Code, for withholding information on terrorism activities in Sabah.
Sungai Puyu rep tops asset declaration list

Sungai Puyu rep tops asset declaration list

NONE Penang exco members and assemblypersons declare their assets and family inheritances give Phee Boon Poh the lead.
Gov't identifies owner of FB page insulting Christians

Gov't identifies owner of FB page insulting Christians

Minister Ewon Ebin says the owner's complete profile on the Internet was obtained from a cyber security specialist agency under his ministry.
Cops probing 'Istana' group's motive

Cops probing 'Istana' group's motive

'Their claim is unbelievable and out of the ordinary... it doesn't make sense,' says Kuala Lumpur CID chief Ku Chin Wah.
Court dismisses bid to strike out Mat Sabu's defence

Court dismisses bid to strike out Mat Sabu's defence

NONE In the statement of claim, EC deputy chief Wan Ahmad claimed that Mohamad Sabu had uttered libellous words in the articles in Harakah.
Pak Lah's 'Awakening' explains his Zzzzzzzz

Pak Lah's 'Awakening' explains his Zzzzzzzz

abdullah ahmad badawi 070813 tidur sleeping sleep pak lah The former prime minister in a new book, reveals that he kept dozing on the job because of a medical condition.
Klias election petition goes to full trial

Klias election petition goes to full trial

NONE BN wants PKR's Klias victory nullified on grounds of vote buying and campaign posters that did not include the printer's details.
PM and cabinet to hold open house on first day of Raya

PM and cabinet to hold open house on first day of Raya

NONE Members of the public are advised to use the Nadi Putra bus service provided free from three locations to ensure smooth traffic flow.
'Explain RM80mil profit of former Maika asset'

'Explain RM80mil profit of former Maika asset'

While MIC's Jaspal Singh says Vell Paari must apologise if he can’t explain his statement, the latter claims Jaspal is 'shooting himself in the foot'.
Mustapa Mohamed to defend Umno supreme council seat

Mustapa Mohamed to defend Umno supreme council seat

NONE When asked by reporters, he says he would only defend his supreme council seat 'unless something unexpected came up'.
Pope urges mutual respect in personal Aidifitri greeting

Pope urges mutual respect in personal Aidifitri greeting

The greeting was signed by Pope Francis this year for the first time since 1991, urging mutual respect between Christians and Muslims.
Where have the money and weapons gone?

Where have the money and weapons gone?

COMMENT The rapid development of the arms trade in Asia has led to the coining of the phrase 'Amazingly Armed Asia' at a Bangkok conference.
'Giving money without getting vote is not bribery'

'Giving money without getting vote is not bribery'

NONE In the Cameron Highlands polls petition, BN's lawyer argues that handouts is only a bribe if there is a proven return to the giver.
Police identify Najadi's killer, closing in on murder motive

Police identify Najadi's killer, closing in on murder motive

NONE UPDATED 2.55PM They say the man who shot the Ambank founder is Kong Swee Kwan who had been arrested before.
Penang state reps, exco declare their assets

Penang state reps, exco declare their assets

NONE UPDATED 1.40PM The decision was made today, says the CM, who notes that this is in line with the state government’s pledge.
Anwar and Karpal asked to declare assets

Anwar and Karpal asked to declare assets

This is to prove judicial bribery allegations against them as not true, say Kedah Kita chief Zamil Ibrahim and lawyer Ranjit Singh Dhillon.
DAP gives 'Father Augustus Chen' seven days to show up

DAP gives 'Father Augustus Chen' seven days to show up

NONE Its parliamentary leader Lim Kit Siang asks if the ROS would reconsider its decision on CEC re-elections if ‘Chen’ fails to surface.
Corruption and incompetence behind gun crimes

Corruption and incompetence behind gun crimes

COMMENT Blaming the repeal of nation's preventive detention laws for these crimes is flawed, fallacious logic, with no statistical proof provided.
A don's reflections on the politics-business nexus

A don's reflections on the politics-business nexus

COMMENT In his inaugural lecture, Prof Edmund Terence Gomez holds forth on a link that has been both boon and blight to East Asian economies.
Jakim: Punish Maznah to teach a lesson

Jakim: Punish Maznah to teach a lesson

NONE UPDATED 1.17PM Jakim director-general Othman Mustapha says this will serve as a lesson to all.
Shiite followers now at 250,000, says Home Ministry

Shiite followers now at 250,000, says Home Ministry

NONE Ten years ago it was a small community, but now they have spread nationwide, says its sec-gen Abdul Rahim Mohamad Radzi.
Orang Asli group sees red over Suhakam report

Orang Asli group sees red over Suhakam report

The Peninsular Malaysia Orang Asli Villages Coalition sees the report on native land rights as mere window-dressing.
10 claiming to be Agong's heirs held outside palace

10 claiming to be Agong's heirs held outside palace

The eight men and two women, attired in black and who had come in three cars, were held at Gate 1 of the palace at about 4pm.
PKR Youth trio charged under Peaceful Assembly Act

PKR Youth trio charged under Peaceful Assembly Act

NONE UPDATED 12.15pm The three are charged with gathering at the Ar-Rahman Mosque near UM, deemed a restricted area. [VIDEO]
Ministry denies underage sex workers nabbed in Malacca

Ministry denies underage sex workers nabbed in Malacca

'PDRM and the Malacca Social Welfare Department confirmed a case involving a girl who ran away from home,' says Rohani Karim.
Cops warn of total crackdown if Ops Selamat fails

Cops warn of total crackdown if Ops Selamat fails

NONE IGP Khalid says there would be 'total enforcement' of road regulations if it could make road users to be more cautious.
Miti down?

Miti down?

Knowing who are the real crooks.
NCR land decision triggers alarm in Dayak circles

NCR land decision triggers alarm in Dayak circles

ncr land sarawak dispute A Federal Court ruling now makes it illegal for Ibans to sell such land to, or enter into joint-venture projects with, non-natives.
Uthayakumar: A word from the inside

Uthayakumar: A word from the inside

NONE COMMENT It was good to see that he was as interested in what was going on 'out there' as what was going on 'in here'.
Scorpene probe 'also tracking trio's entry into France'

Scorpene probe 'also tracking trio's entry into France'

abdul razak baginda altantuya shaariibuu mongolian model The judges are checking if Najib Abdul Razak, Abdul Razak Baginda and Altantuya had entered the country since 1999.
Politically, Soi Lek less a dragon than a chicken

Politically, Soi Lek less a dragon than a chicken

FREE YOURSAY 'If the MCA chief is truly a master politician and a brilliant strategist, how is it that MCA was again routed in GE13?'
Don't jump the gun; prove EO repeal linked to gun crimes

Don't jump the gun; prove EO repeal linked to gun crimes

FREE YOURSAY ‘The police have complete information on detainees. It should be easy to establish if they are linked to current shootings.’
Ex-prosecutor scoffs at Sodomy II 'trial fixing' claim

Ex-prosecutor scoffs at Sodomy II 'trial fixing' claim

Ex-deputy solicitor-general II Mohd Yusof Zainal Abiden puts up his conduct and track record for scrutiny, and dismisses the anonymous claim.