Archive - 26 June 2014

PM announces RM500 aid for rubber tappers

PM announces RM500 aid for rubber tappers

Najib announces the one-off aid payment for 43,000 this Ramadan.
Two cheat death when steel rods fell on car

Two cheat death when steel rods fell on car

The rods fell from a crane which was lifting them and hit the victims' car.
2014-06-26

2014-06-26

DAP: New incinerators also direct nego?

DAP: New incinerators also direct nego?

It was reported that KUB Malaysia wants the projects through direct talks.
'Let Selangor MB advise sultan on Mais leaders'

'Let Selangor MB advise sultan on Mais leaders'

PAS asks the MB and the sultan make joint choices to avoid unnecessary clashes.
Dear FMM, who's the not so clever one now?

Dear FMM, who's the not so clever one now?

'On the contrary, the TPPA will actually benefit a few at the cost of the rest.'
Rail route closure derails an hour before picket

Rail route closure derails an hour before picket

Gemas-Gua Musang route will remain operational, union claims victory.
Puncak Niaga to go big into plantation sector

Puncak Niaga to go big into plantation sector

Rozali says the group has identified potential pieces of land and estates to acquire.
'Negaraku' to be played in cinemas during N-Day fete

'Negaraku' to be played in cinemas during N-Day fete

'It will continue for a week before Aug 31,' says Shabery Cheek.
'Shocked' lawyer questions AG's agenda

'Shocked' lawyer questions AG's agenda

UPDATED 6.35PM M Kulasegaran wonders what motivated the new twist.
In new twist, AG seeks to suspend custody orders

In new twist, AG seeks to suspend custody orders

Abdul Gani Patail wants this because it is now a 'sensitive matter'.
Malay NGOs drill 'insolent' Petronas CEO

Malay NGOs drill 'insolent' Petronas CEO

UPDATED 7.49PM Petronas is built and grown by Malays, MTEM says. [VIDEO]
Kidex traffic impact report to be made public

Kidex traffic impact report to be made public

Kidex will submit it to the MHA in two weeks, before the public display.
Minister wants action on Bible poster hoax

Minister wants action on Bible poster hoax

'Please don't be hoodwinked by bigots who are bent on dividing us.'
Isma: Be grateful for Umno's generosity

Isma: Be grateful for Umno's generosity

Isma chief cautions MCA and Gerakan not to cross the line on Islam, Malay rights.
Unscheduled water cuts hit 700,000 in KL, Selangor

Unscheduled water cuts hit 700,000 in KL, Selangor

Syabas says it will take some time to restore supply to affected areaa.
MH370 search back to Day 21 area

MH370 search back to Day 21 area

UPDATED 5.50PM MH370 The area is still within the seventh arc, says Truss.
Chew Mei Fun sworn in as senator

Chew Mei Fun sworn in as senator

Chew says was grateful to the prime minister on the trust he had placed on her.
Penang assures no water cuts during El Nino

Penang assures no water cuts during El Nino

'We've done what the Water Corp asked, so if there are cuts, heads will roll.'
IGP a thorn in justice, fume MCA's roses

IGP a thorn in justice, fume MCA's roses

UPDATED 3.20PM Don't put mums on emotional roller-coasters, says Heng.
Analysing the 'swell' against Khalid

Analysing the 'swell' against Khalid

COMMENT If Khalid is a good leader, there are still questions to be answered.
Songket war continues, Zam weaves a retort

Songket war continues, Zam weaves a retort

It comes as no surprise if the people reject Umno if such leaders...
'Stingy Khalid' blamed for Selangor water woes

'Stingy Khalid' blamed for Selangor water woes

Former exco member Ronnie Liu says past solutions proposed were ignored.
Malaysiakini wants judge in Najib's suit replaced

Malaysiakini wants judge in Najib's suit replaced

It is concerned, since judicial commissioners do not enjoy security of tenure.
Perkasa: What's wrong if Umno men get UiTM deals?

Perkasa: What's wrong if Umno men get UiTM deals?

UPDATED 8.16PM 'Is it a sin to do so even if they're qualified?' [VIDEO]
Anti-AIDS campaigners: Back, don't punish addicts

Anti-AIDS campaigners: Back, don't punish addicts

They suggest the gov’t should focus on chasing after traffickers.
Deadlock in Nurul Izzah's divorce case

Deadlock in Nurul Izzah's divorce case

UPDATED 4.40PM Panel is stuck as she wants divorce, but husband does not.
Zahid dodges bullet, passes buck to IGP

Zahid dodges bullet, passes buck to IGP

UPDATED 2.35PM When asked, Zahid says he will leave it to the police.
PM's Office: ISIL remark taken out of context

PM's Office: ISIL remark taken out of context

Najib Razak in no way had indicated support for the militant movement.
12 names for a dream cabinet

12 names for a dream cabinet

Take this with a pinch of salt, fun and satire.
Anwar slams Najib over 'Allah' acrimony

Anwar slams Najib over 'Allah' acrimony

He says PM's lack of leadership plunges M'sia into 'anxiety and uncertainty'.
Stop threats of arrest for sedition, IGP told

Stop threats of arrest for sedition, IGP told

Penang CM Lim Guan Eng says public has right to question court decisions.
Kassim: Jawi broke down door to arrest me

Kassim: Jawi broke down door to arrest me

UPDATED 4.40PM They entered and took me away, he says in affidavit.
Mike knocks out MB in PKR division polls

Mike knocks out MB in PKR division polls

UPDATED 2.12PM Khalid fails to retain post as chief of Kuala Selangor PKR.
Lawyer vexed that IGP shoots and PM ducks

Lawyer vexed that IGP shoots and PM ducks

M Kulasegaran takes IGP to task over his latest remark and tells him to do his job.
Miri records unhealthy API of 122 as at 7am

Miri records unhealthy API of 122 as at 7am

According to the Dept of Environment, 36 areas recorded moderate readings.
Karpal to get posthumous public service award

Karpal to get posthumous public service award

The Gandhi Memorial Trust will present the award in KL on June 30.
‘Pandas can revive Zoo Negara’s golden era’

‘Pandas can revive Zoo Negara’s golden era’

The public were now seen to have showed more interest to visit the National Zoo.
Singapore air quality set to be moderate today

Singapore air quality set to be moderate today

The island republic experienced thundery showers early yesterday.
Not too late for NUCC to backtrack on harmony bills

Not too late for NUCC to backtrack on harmony bills

COMMENT Best if council rescinds its proposals and looks at the big picture.
Umno leader: Zam, we used cheap songket

Umno leader: Zam, we used cheap songket

Syed Ali Alhabshee says the cloth came from Pakistan and cost RM60 to tailor.
'Diploma of student with HIV withheld'

'Diploma of student with HIV withheld'

Malaysian AIDS Council's report reveals pressure and extortion of victims.
Pakatan rep: MB Khalid must act on Mais

Pakatan rep: MB Khalid must act on Mais

UPDATED 10.57AM Rajiv says Mais' stand 'perpetuates lawlessness'.
Asian countries with highest ranking varsities

Asian countries with highest ranking varsities

INFOGRAPHICS Which five nations have universities in Asia's top 10 list?
Perkasa's war against graft can start with its patron

Perkasa's war against graft can start with its patron

FREE YOURSAY ‘Why go after the small fry? The obvious ones are there for all to see.’
'Catastrophic failure' in military establishment

'Catastrophic failure' in military establishment

FREE YOURSAY ‘It's not the radar that is unreliable, it's the people in the military.’
'Reshuffle puts multiracial mix back in gov't'

'Reshuffle puts multiracial mix back in gov't'

MCA and Gerakan in cabinet helps 'racial consensus', say some analysts.
Bigger cabinet doesn't necessarily mean better

Bigger cabinet doesn't necessarily mean better

FREE YOURSAY ‘The bloated cabinet is totally unnecessary and a big burden.'
'Chop heads' figure of speech, 'celaka' seditious

'Chop heads' figure of speech, 'celaka' seditious

FREE YOURSAY ‘Ruslan, you meant every word you uttered.’
Bosnia's first World Cup win ends Iran dreams

Bosnia's first World Cup win ends Iran dreams

Bosnia beat Iran 3-1 in their Group F finale to record their first World Cup win.
France tops group as 10-man Ecuador goes out

France tops group as 10-man Ecuador goes out

A second-string France side clinches top spot in World Cup Group E on Wednesday.
Messi inspires Argentina, Nigeria also progresses

Messi inspires Argentina, Nigeria also progresses

Lionel Messi scored twice to inspire Argentina to a thrilling 3-2 win over Nigeria.
Shaqiri treble sends Switzerland into last 16

Shaqiri treble sends Switzerland into last 16

Switzerland will lock horns with Argentina in the last 16 after beating Honduras 3-0.