Archive - 24 June 2014

KJ: Harmony bills must protect all religions

KJ: Harmony bills must protect all religions

Umno Youth wants certain provisions in the Sedition Act to be maintained.
One month's jail for stealing three Milo packs

One month's jail for stealing three Milo packs

The single parent was injured when a car hit him while he was trying to escape.
'Dissenters keep alive Herald's right to use Allah'

'Dissenters keep alive Herald's right to use Allah'

Wheels of judicial deliberation have not ground to a halt, says Bishop Paul Tan.
Najib drops hint of imminent cabinet reshuffle

Najib drops hint of imminent cabinet reshuffle

UPDATED 11.25PM Hisham could be in Klia2 for last time as transport minister, he says.
Police report filed on Perkasa's 'chop head' call

Police report filed on Perkasa's 'chop head' call

Penang’s Bayan Baru PKR Youth wing files report on threat by Ruslan Kassim.
Gov't counsel has 110 questions for Bersih chief

Gov't counsel has 110 questions for Bersih chief

UPDATED 7.05PM The judge also ticks off federal counsel for irrelevant questions.
Reject Perkasa's 'chop head' remark, says MB

Reject Perkasa's 'chop head' remark, says MB

UPDATED 6.10PM Abdul Khalid Ibrahim says it reflects ‘uncivilised’ thinking.
KL assessment tax rise now capped at 10pct

KL assessment tax rise now capped at 10pct

UPDATED 7.27PM Rise in assessent tax for commercial properties is capped at 25pct.
KiniBiz barred from PM's Pengerang terminal launch

KiniBiz barred from PM's Pengerang terminal launch

KINIBIZ M'kini's invitation was also rescinded due to 'logistical constraints'.
MCA: PAS rep's proposal is 'religious discrimination'

MCA: PAS rep's proposal is 'religious discrimination'

UPDATED 5.43PM Mohd Shafei Ngah had urged relocation of a Hindu temple.
Now Perkasa turns its guns on corruption

Now Perkasa turns its guns on corruption

It wants MACC to probe retired civil servants with... [VIDEO]
‘Malaysia where love grows’ theme for 57th N-Day

‘Malaysia where love grows’ theme for 57th N-Day

The highlight will be the Merdeka Day procession and parade at Dataran Merdeka.
2014-06-24

2014-06-24

'Already a Pakatan consensus to replace MB'

'Already a Pakatan consensus to replace MB'

Khalid will be replaced, just give it some time, says PKR Youth chief Shamsul Iskandar.
Guan Eng rapped over 82pct investment drop

Guan Eng rapped over 82pct investment drop

Penang BN says Guan Eng used outdated figures for period 2010 to 2013.
'Chop off head' remark offence under new bill

'Chop off head' remark offence under new bill

UPDATED 5.20PM 'There's intention to cause harm to a person on basis...'
Name, shame and sack the errant, NGO tells Low

Name, shame and sack the errant, NGO tells Low

We're sick of non-accountability in government, says new anti-corruption NGO.
Penang mufti: Non-Muslims can use 'Allah'

Penang mufti: Non-Muslims can use 'Allah'

But Muslims in Malaysia still need time to accept this, Wan Salim says.
TNB sees rise in power consumption during El Nino

TNB sees rise in power consumption during El Nino

During the 2009 El Nino, electricity loading was two percent higher than forecast.
Malays must stand up to the extremists

Malays must stand up to the extremists

First and foremost, I am a third generation constitutional Malaysian Malay Muslim, as far as I can tell from my secondary school history project I did in 1996. That being said, there are those who may have a history of their ancestors and families living in this nation longer than I have.
Amnesty: 'Allah' ban risks inflaming tension

Amnesty: 'Allah' ban risks inflaming tension

'Non-Muslims could face prosecution for using a particular word is disturbing'
Still lots to be done about education blueprint

Still lots to be done about education blueprint

Last week Muhyiddin Yassin released the first annual report that tracks the implementation of the Malaysian Education Blueprint 2013-2025. The report outlines key achievements, challenges, and future plans and targets in implementing the blueprint.
Malacca plans to develop Javanese Cultural Complex

Malacca plans to develop Javanese Cultural Complex

Idris Jusoh says a working paper on this has been submitted to the federal gov't.
Bekir in tears while testifying on divorce

Bekir in tears while testifying on divorce

UPDATED 5.15PM He filed for divorce as he didn't want Shahnaz to be alone.
Malaysian radar not reliable, says Houston

Malaysian radar not reliable, says Houston

UPDATED 2PM MH370 He says the primary radar is regarded as unreliable.
Villagers win back their native rights land

Villagers win back their native rights land

Sarawak government drops plan for two national parks on their land near Kuching.
Thousands of wild birds imprisoned in shoplots

Thousands of wild birds imprisoned in shoplots

Human are causing unnecessary trouble and distress towards animals which were created in this world. We do not have any reason for causing misery to the creatures which can’t express their feelings. We are the weak and cowardly creatures in this earth by troubling other living beings. For that reason the entire human race is suffering and fighting against each other. Karma will take revenge.
Unhealthy air shrouds Shah Alam, Putrajaya

Unhealthy air shrouds Shah Alam, Putrajaya

UPDATED 8.13PM Shah Alam, Nilai, Banting, Putrajaya and Port Klang record API readings above 100.
Wong Ho Leng was a brave fighter

Wong Ho Leng was a brave fighter

COMMENT He was willing to work towards inclusion and understanding.
Now deputy minister implicated in UiTM deal

Now deputy minister implicated in UiTM deal

UPDATED 1PM Rafizi claims the person is linked to the Tapah campus deal.
When constructive criticism is sedition

When constructive criticism is sedition

COMMENT ANU student Aslam was given a show-cause letter by the PSD.
'Divided bench proves leave should be granted'

'Divided bench proves leave should be granted'

UPDATED 2.50PM Ruling on 'Allah' proves issues need to be heard, says church body.
IGP directs cops to arrest dad in custody dispute

IGP directs cops to arrest dad in custody dispute

UPDATED 1.50PM Police are directed to return the 6-year-old to her mum.
Don't ape chair-throwing party, PM tells gov't staff

Don't ape chair-throwing party, PM tells gov't staff

Najib takes a poke at PKR in advising district officers to avoid violence.
Aussie activist Lowrey still held in lock-up

Aussie activist Lowrey still held in lock-up

UPDATED 3.35PM Authorities have yet to decide whether to charge her.
When hope was a ragged breakfast, rousing supper

When hope was a ragged breakfast, rousing supper

COMMENT Contrasting scenes round-off a day when Muslim-Christian ties...
Adam Adli told to enter defence on sedition charge

Adam Adli told to enter defence on sedition charge

UPDATED 12.43PM Court rules ‘elements of sedition’ were in his May 13 speech.
Nine thousand have signed against Baram Dam

Nine thousand have signed against Baram Dam

The people want to meet Sarawak CM to push for the dam plan to be dropped.
Rosmah, we’ll let the truth break all lies

Rosmah, we’ll let the truth break all lies

FREE YOURSAY ‘One only wonders why there are so many ‘lies’ about Rosmah.’
IPPs not the only cartels, get rid of the others, too

IPPs not the only cartels, get rid of the others, too

FREE YOURSAY Tolled roads, sugar, rice, AP permits, Proton, water, sewerage...’
Groundswell of anti-Khalid sentiment grows

Groundswell of anti-Khalid sentiment grows

FREE YOURSAY ‘Khalid has to be changed and replaced by Wan Azizah.’
Defence dismisses blood find on slipper

Defence dismisses blood find on slipper

LIVE Hearing of Federal Court appeal against Azilah and Sirul continues.
Federal Court wades into theological minefields

Federal Court wades into theological minefields

COMMENT The court’s 4-3 decision yesterday is wrong on two counts.
Transboundary haze to continue till September

Transboundary haze to continue till September

Hot spots are also detected in Sabah, Selangor, NS, Malacca and Pahang.
Najib outlines six principles to strengthen Umno

Najib outlines six principles to strengthen Umno

They are: Obedience, Loyalty, Bravery, Unity, Excellence and Sincerity.
Use of ‘Allah’ not meant to provoke Muslims

Use of ‘Allah’ not meant to provoke Muslims

FREE YOURSAY ‘Christians will accept the court’s verdict and take it at face value.’
Banned MPs allowed in Sarawak for seven days

Banned MPs allowed in Sarawak for seven days

The CM's office lifts the ban so the MPs can attend Wong’s funeral today.
KTMB union to picket Gua Musang-Gemas closure

KTMB union to picket Gua Musang-Gemas closure

UPDATED 4.46PM The union warns that thousands of passengers will be affected.
Judiciary missed golden chance to show fairness

Judiciary missed golden chance to show fairness

FREE YOURSAY 'It didn't have courage to allow the issue to be heard.'
Substitute Hernandez inspires Mexico to reach last 16

Substitute Hernandez inspires Mexico to reach last 16

Second-half goals see off Croatia; Mexico runner-up in group A.
Spain restores pride by outclassing Australia

Spain restores pride by outclassing Australia

Del Bosque says Spain exit World Cup with 'heads held high'.
Steely Dutch down Chile, avoid Brazil

Steely Dutch down Chile, avoid Brazil

Netherlands secures top spot in World Cup Group B, while Chile is second.
Neymar shines as Brazil eases through to last 16

Neymar shines as Brazil eases through to last 16

Brazil will play its South American rivals Chile in the knock-out round.
Churches can still use 'Allah', says gov't

Churches can still use 'Allah', says gov't

In a brief statement, it says it is also committed to the 10-point solution.