Archive - 24 September 2013

All 14 divisions in Pahang Wanita Umno for Shahrizat

All 14 divisions in Pahang Wanita Umno for Shahrizat

"We are confident that she will be able to pursue the transformation agenda as desired by Umno," says Pahang Wanita Umno head Rosni Zahari.

Immediate review of police SOP in nabbing criminals

Immediate review of police SOP in nabbing criminals

This is to  prevent injury or death to policemen when nabbing criminals says deputy IGP Mohd Bakri Mohd Zinin
Police shot dead 124 criminals  since 2009

Police shot dead 124 criminals since 2009

The police shot dead a total of 124 criminals from 2009 to August this year, with Malays recording the highest at 56.
Money politics is an internal problem, says MACC

Money politics is an internal problem, says MACC

As Umno's elections approach, it advises the party to act against corruption through its disciplinary board first, before referring to the MACC.
Najib vows to make graft 'a thing of the past'

Najib vows to make graft 'a thing of the past'

Speaking in San Francisco, the prime minister proclaims that he has implemented measures to battle corruption in Malaysia.
Polls petition appeal for Machang is first to be heard tomorrow

Polls petition appeal for Machang is first to be heard tomorrow

The election petiton appeal for the Machang parliamentary seat in Kelantan will be the first case to be heard by the Federal Court in Putrajaya tomorrow.
2013-09-24

2013-09-24

World Heart Day Highlights: “THE HEART” Exhibition2012/2013

World Heart Day Highlights: “THE HEART” Exhibition2012/2013

Biogrow Oat BG22™ to Partner the Heart Foundation (YJM) & Institut Jantung Negara (IJN)

Following thetremendous success of last year’s sponsorship, Biogrow Oat BG22™ is back as the Platinum Sponsor of The Heart Exhibition 2013 again this year, with the support of YayasanJantung Malaysia&InstitutJantung Negara as the official organizers.

This year, Legosan (M) Sdn. Bhd., the healthcare company who owns Biogrow Oat BG22™ in Malaysia will continue to provide free total cholesterol screenings to all visitors of the exhibition. Those interested to get their blood cholesterol level checked should register themselves at the health screening area. There will be special promotions on the company’s premium Swedish oat bran powder - Biogrow Oat BG22™, as well as free premiums and goodie bags to be given away. Other activities sponsored by Legosan include poster exhibitions, health talks, sampling program for Oat BG22™ and some lucky draw prizes.

Photo gallery: Biogrow Oat BG22™ as Platinum Sponsor in The Heart Exhibition 2012.

Protest held over Chin Woo school demolition

Protest held over Chin Woo school demolition

NONE Changing his tune, school board chairperson Oo Tin Fuan is now hoping that MCA can help resolve the matter.
Pantai Dua sewage plant to be operational by 2016

Pantai Dua sewage plant to be operational by 2016

The RM983 million Pantai Dua sewage treatment plant in Pantai Dalam in Kuala Lumpur is expected to be operational by 2016.
Perak football squad suspended after match-fixing suspicions

Perak football squad suspended after match-fixing suspicions

Players and officials of a Malaysian state soccer team have been slapped with a two-week suspension while an investigation takes place into possible corruption, according to a local media report.
16 arrests, 120 inspections in anti-Shiite dragnet

16 arrests, 120 inspections in anti-Shiite dragnet

PARLIAMENT Jamil Khir Baharom said based on reports from state religious departments, 139 more cases were being monitored.
Taib sings praises of his 'all are equal' policy

Taib sings praises of his 'all are equal' policy

The chief minister credits the policy of giving equal opportunities to all for the radical transformation of Sarawak under his leadership.
Indonesia's Defence Ministry to set up cyber-army

Indonesia's Defence Ministry to set up cyber-army

Indonesia’s Defence Ministry plans to set up a special unit of a cyber-army aimed at preventing and tackling cyber-attacks that can hurt the nation’s defence and sovereignty.
'Non-expert' paid RM20mil to draft Education Blueprint

'Non-expert' paid RM20mil to draft Education Blueprint

NONE UPDATED 5.05PM The gov’t engaged a consultancy firm without expert knowledge in education, notes Ong Kian Ming. [VIDEO]
Three die in bus-trailer lorry collision in Johor

Three die in bus-trailer lorry collision in Johor

Thirteen passengers were injured and sent to the Temenggong Seri Maharaja Tun Ibrahim Hospital for treatment, says the Kulaijaya police chief.
BN MPs revive talk of an alternative Bar Council

BN MPs revive talk of an alternative Bar Council

NONE UPDATED 4.45PM PARLIAMENT Backbencher Bung Moktar calls Bar Council irrelevant 'as it often serves the opposition'.
University of Hull to open campus in Batu Kawan

University of Hull to open campus in Batu Kawan

Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng says the University of Hull would establish its School of Engineering, Law, Accountancy and Logistics.
Najadi's son grateful to cops over suspect's arrest

Najadi's son grateful to cops over suspect's arrest

Pascal Najadi, 45, describes the Malaysian police as a top-class security enforcement body, following its success in capturing the suspect.
PM's Hari Raya bash cost RM2.88 million!

PM's Hari Raya bash cost RM2.88 million!

NONE UPDATED 4.35PM PARLIAMENT The PM feted 80,000 at his residence during Hari Raya, but sent YOU the bill. [VIDEO]
Umno reps: Channel RM40k allocation to district offices

Umno reps: Channel RM40k allocation to district offices

Opposition chief Jahara Hamid says it was to dispel CM Lim Guan Eng’s alleged notions that BN reps practised a culture of wasteful spending.
'BN broke GE promise to contract civil servants'

'BN broke GE promise to contract civil servants'

Opposition MPs say announcement that civil servants on contract won’t be given permanent positions goes against BN's election manifesto pledge.
NFC board approved property purchases, court told

NFC board approved property purchases, court told

NONE UPDATED 5PM The defence submits that a Finance Ministry rep on NFC board approved the property purchases.
Suaram: Form IPCMC, anything else is eyewash

Suaram: Form IPCMC, anything else is eyewash

NONE Suaram rejects the alternative mechanism proposed by the home minister, saying it will end up being a toothless tiger.

Who will become Umno Youth vice-chief?

Who will become Umno Youth vice-chief?

ANALYSIS With four contenders matched in popularity, it may be close when 75,000 Youth members make their choice on Oct 12.
Football or mosques, MB asks PAS Youth

Football or mosques, MB asks PAS Youth

NONE UPDATED 3.50PM Some football-crazed fans will not even bat an eyelid when confronted with such a choice. But for PAS Youth...
Mockery of 'bumi empowerment' in Sarawak

Mockery of 'bumi empowerment' in Sarawak

NONE The alleged misuse of zakat does not reflect well on the premier’s plans for economic transformation of bumiputeras.
Foreign Ministry evasive over Zahrain's diplomatic post

Foreign Ministry evasive over Zahrain's diplomatic post

UPDATED 3.15PM PARLIAMENT Given the deputy foreign minister's diffidence in providing an answer, a PAS rep presses the issue.
MP: Stop special funds for Rosmah's Permata

MP: Stop special funds for Rosmah's Permata

NONE UPDATED 3.38PM PKR's G Manivannan also says that Permata should come under the Education Ministry, not the PM’s Dept. [VIDEO]
Pakatan warns of 5.5pct Budget 2013 deficit

Pakatan warns of 5.5pct Budget 2013 deficit

UPDATED 3.06PM It will be higher than the government's forecast and the 16th consecutive year of Budget deficit, points out Nurul Izzah. [VIDEO]
Cambodia forms new gov't despite opposition boycott

Cambodia forms new gov't despite opposition boycott

Ruling party lawmakers vote as a package to grant confidence to the new gov't led by Hun Sen despite the opposition boycott.
India mulls over EC bid to ban opinions polls

India mulls over EC bid to ban opinions polls

Its AG has backed the panel's proposal to ban surveys between the announcement of the election schedule and the final phase of polling.
Three public interest firms, one questionable chairperson

Three public interest firms, one questionable chairperson

NONE KINIBIZ Felda and Felda Global Ventures share more than just a first name, they have one man to lead them, chairperson Isa Samad.
Zahid must answer for dodgy SB work, says Teresa

Zahid must answer for dodgy SB work, says Teresa

NONE She demands that the home minister explain why the Special Branch allegedly gave input to help political parties in Penang.
Don't be racists, race-based parties' candidates told

Don't be racists, race-based parties' candidates told

It will be irresponsible to exploit controversial issues that have a potential of flaring up simply to gain support, says a Gerakan leader.
NS trainee believed beaten to death at camp

NS trainee believed beaten to death at camp

The 18-year-old National Service trainee was found unconscious with bruises at the back of his ears at the Pelangi camp in Pahang.
Respect the law, angry DAP tells ROS

Respect the law, angry DAP tells ROS

The party’s Gobind Singh Deo takes exception to comments by registrar Abdul Rahman Othman on the upcoming CEC re-election.
Uthaya appears in court, surrounded by prison guards

Uthaya appears in court, surrounded by prison guards

NONE UPDATED 3.44PM The prison authorities’ action angers Uthayakumar’s supporters, who asked that he be treated with dignity.
Najib's tweets from Twitter catch followers by surprise

Najib's tweets from Twitter catch followers by surprise

NONE 'Meeting Twitter CEO@dickc at Twitter HQ' was one of the tweets posted by Najib from Twitter headquarters in San Francisco.
Gov't 'will not bow' to others on TPPA terms

Gov't 'will not bow' to others on TPPA terms

NONE UPDATED 3PM PARLIAMENT Opponents are also told not to hold protests when President Obama visits Malaysia. [VIDEO]
Singapore casinos trump Macau with tourism aces

Singapore casinos trump Macau with tourism aces

NONE Regulators around Asia are watching Singapore’s two gaming resorts as they focus on tourists and trade shows to boost revenue.
Sabah Star to down shutters following ROS rejection

Sabah Star to down shutters following ROS rejection

The Registrar of Societies rejects the party's constitutional amendment and as a result only Sarawakians can be members.
Authentic citizenship

Authentic citizenship

We blame officials but not ourselves.
Malaysia launches US$100mil clean energy fund

Malaysia launches US$100mil clean energy fund

PM Najib Abdul Razak announces the launch of the fund yesterday at a meeting of sustainable development experts in San Francisco.
DAP blames PKR for Balik Pulau defeat

DAP blames PKR for Balik Pulau defeat

The party picked a ‘not-so-suitable’ candidate to contest the federal seat, says Penang Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
'Win against Utusan, lose Malay support'

'Win against Utusan, lose Malay support'

NONE According to Guan Eng, Pakatan litigants are seen to be ‘mistreating’ the Umno-owned daily whenever they win defamation suits.
Hiking fuel prices defies economic logic

Hiking fuel prices defies economic logic

NONE FREE YOURSAY ‘Malaysia exports petrol, not imports it. So by logic M'sia should be making money when the petrol price goes up.'
Low, good intentions don't count in fighting graft

Low, good intentions don't count in fighting graft

NONE FREE YOURSAY 'The rent-seeking class is the biggest culprit in our corrupt culture, and this is done with the connivance...'