Archive - 8 January 2015

From punk to France's most wanted

From punk to France's most wanted

He and his brother were named chief suspects in the killing of 12 people in Paris.
French police converge after suspects seen

French police converge after suspects seen

They gather at an area northeast of Paris after the two were spotted at a petrol station.
Flood waters rise again in Kemaman

Flood waters rise again in Kemaman

A total 125 people evacuated as heavy rains and high tide combine.
2015-01-09

2015-01-09

Europe's media differ over 'Charlie' cartoons

Europe's media differ over 'Charlie' cartoons

Many newspapers republished cartoons from the French satirical weekly.
Malaysia's reserves fall RM17bil in December

Malaysia's reserves fall RM17bil in December

Its currency was the second-worst performing currency in emerging Asia last year.
Don't talk to media, MIC sec-gen tells Youth wing

Don't talk to media, MIC sec-gen tells Youth wing

But it says the sec-gen's position is invalid, and he can't give orders.
'Don't speculate, 1MDB's cash used efficiently'

'Don't speculate, 1MDB's cash used efficiently'

UPDATED 8.24PM 1MDB was asked why it's not using cash at Caymans to pay debt.
Explosion at kebab shop near French mosque

Explosion at kebab shop near French mosque

Hooded gunmen killed 12 at satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo yesterday.
Blogger jailed for articles against Rais Yatim

Blogger jailed for articles against Rais Yatim

Amizudin Ahmat found in contempt of court for articles defaming the former minister.
Ibrahim Ali 'places' thesis in the toilet

Ibrahim Ali 'places' thesis in the toilet

His response to Lemiere who said he doesn't deserve media attention.
PKR wants answers on Phua's 'security projects'

PKR wants answers on Phua's 'security projects'

PKR Youth sends letter Zahid asking seven questions on Paul Phua.
Academic union vows to oppose UM politics ban

Academic union vows to oppose UM politics ban

PKAUM says circular which limits staff from political activity is unconstitutional.
Report lodged on Mkini over 'Najib brand' rice

Report lodged on Mkini over 'Najib brand' rice

The group says the picture was manipulated to create ill-will against them.
What next on KLIA2 scandal, Tiong Lai?

What next on KLIA2 scandal, Tiong Lai?

COMMENT Tell us when you’ll get Malaysia Airports Bhd's mega job audited.
'Charlie Hebdo provokes, but wrong to kill'

'Charlie Hebdo provokes, but wrong to kill'

Dr M says there are Muslims who are so insulted that they resort to murder.
'Pow Nee would have led fight on extremism'

'Pow Nee would have led fight on extremism'

Retain ideals of early leaders, Kit Siang says at launch of book on first Penang CM.
'Is EC hiding mischief with incomplete maps?'

'Is EC hiding mischief with incomplete maps?'

UPDATED 4.49PM Bersih says crucial info missing in new electoral maps.
DAP duo: Our firm didn't cause Kelantan floods

DAP duo: Our firm didn't cause Kelantan floods

The floods happened 65km away from our plantation, so why blame us?
2015-01-08

2015-01-08

'Hidden fuel tax' gives gov't no reason to change

'Hidden fuel tax' gives gov't no reason to change

MP SPEAKS Would gov't change to fairer consignment system and forgo perks?
1MDB's debt crisis is a stain on Malaysia

1MDB's debt crisis is a stain on Malaysia

COMMENT Missed loan repayment more a negotiating tactic than sign of money trouble.
Pump prices should be updated on a daily basis

Pump prices should be updated on a daily basis

There you go! When it was reported that the world crude oil price was expected to drop down in 2015, I was right to say on Dec 5 that it would be US$50 a barrel, and this had become a reality on Jan 7, 2015.
Stop defaming PM on flood issue, Kadir told

Stop defaming PM on flood issue, Kadir told

Penang Umno questions 'real agenda' behind veteran journalist’s criticism.
We are not 'extremists', Isma refutes G25

We are not 'extremists', Isma refutes G25

UPDATED 2.20PM Its deputy president says NGO is only defending constitution and Islam.
NGO: Why case against Gerakan man dropped?

NGO: Why case against Gerakan man dropped?

UPDATED 2.08PM Pembela wants AG to explain decision on Tan Lai Soon's case.
DBKL study: 1,740 slopes at high risk of landslides

DBKL study: 1,740 slopes at high risk of landslides

KL mayor says out of these, 620 are classified as 'very risky'.
Minister: Gov't ill-prepared for mega disasters

Minister: Gov't ill-prepared for mega disasters

S Subra admits gov’t unable to tackle calamities like major floods.
Gangsta to the roots - Gangsta beyond stereotypes

Gangsta to the roots - Gangsta beyond stereotypes

COMMENT Sophie Lemière analyses the organisational structure of Pekida.
'EC bulldozing through new Sarawak state seats?'

'EC bulldozing through new Sarawak state seats?'

DAP notes no new parliamentary seats on the plate, which raises questions.
AirAsia jet's tail may be raised tomorrow

AirAsia jet's tail may be raised tomorrow

QZ8501 FREE Over 80 divers in ships in the vicinity are ready for the search.
UM staff 'can't organise political activities'

UM staff 'can't organise political activities'

Ban applies even for staff on study leave, vacation, or at seminars anywhere.
Miserable state of some nursing care homes

Miserable state of some nursing care homes

COMMENT Part 2 in a series on the sad condition of some places for the elderly.
Gerakan: Rafizi with people or petrol dealers?

Gerakan: Rafizi with people or petrol dealers?

It asks if he prefers rakyat losing money or kiosk owners making money.
Fighting for the right of every Malaysian

Fighting for the right of every Malaysian

COMMENT Why I think every Malaysian Muslim should support the Iam#26 petition.
Work with cartoonists, Zunar tells Islamists

Work with cartoonists, Zunar tells Islamists

UPDATED 1.56PM Condemning the killings, he urges civility in responses.
The value of Charlie Hebdo

The value of Charlie Hebdo

COMMENT Attack meant to shock the West - but should shock Muslims...

More than 100 retail outlets looted in Temerloh

More than 100 retail outlets looted in Temerloh

This was done during the floods, but the looters were not looking for food.
BMF chief: Taib's silence on book an admission

BMF chief: Taib's silence on book an admission

Lukas Straumann challenges Taib to prove defamation over ‘Money Logging’ book.
Forget Mat Rempit, tell us about your global trip

Forget Mat Rempit, tell us about your global trip

FREE YOURSAY ‘We're more interested in your holidays. Don’t sidetrack the issue...’
Analysts: Attackers are trained Islamist fighters

Analysts: Attackers are trained Islamist fighters

Modus operandi of the Charlie Hebdo attackers shows they planned everything.
It’s not about English, but national security

It’s not about English, but national security

FREE YOURSAY ‘Isn't it seditious for Zahid to divulge sensitive information?’
IS fighter praises attack on Charlie Hebdo

IS fighter praises attack on Charlie Hebdo

He says that the the massacre was 'revenge for insults against Islam'.
Police hunt three after 12 killed in Paris attack

Police hunt three after 12 killed in Paris attack

Two are brothers who opened fire at satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo.
Response to EPU's letter on bumi equity

Response to EPU's letter on bumi equity

COMMENT ‘It’s gratifying no rebuttal from EPU against our main conclusion...’
Umno Youth upset no price cut by traders

Umno Youth upset no price cut by traders

Its deputy chief urges traders to do so following fuel price drop.
With a RM30bil debt, is Pembinaan PFI 1MDB 2.0?

With a RM30bil debt, is Pembinaan PFI 1MDB 2.0?

KINIBIZ Another issue is brewing as another mountain of debt grows.
Herculean task for new boss to revive 1MDB

Herculean task for new boss to revive 1MDB

FREE YOURSAY ‘Debts are common in businesses, default on repayment is not.’
Weather hampers recovery of plane's tail

Weather hampers recovery of plane's tail

LIVE QZ8501 DAY 12 FREE Weather hampers search and resuce efforts.
MCMC chief shown exit as hardliners call him weak

MCMC chief shown exit as hardliners call him weak

Sharil’s contract is not renewed, Umno reportedly wants his job.
Growing clamour for Zahid’s head to roll

Growing clamour for Zahid’s head to roll

FREE YOURSAY ‘This is the chance for Najib to put Zahid out of his misery.’