Archive - 5 March 2015

GST in line with Islam, says Ahmad Maslan

GST in line with Islam, says Ahmad Maslan

He says the goods and services tax coming on Apr 1 is encouraged in Islam.
Cop shoots man dead after bomoh's revelation

Cop shoots man dead after bomoh's revelation

The cop went to a factory to find his stolen bike, when shaman tells him to.
Man gets jail, caning for hugging, kissing girl

Man gets jail, caning for hugging, kissing girl

He gets four years jail and five strokes of the cane for 'molesting' the stranger.
1MDB says no decision to wind-up

1MDB says no decision to wind-up

Spokesperson responds to report saying ailing firm may be dismantled.
Uncle: Doctors delayed certifying Tinasha's death

Uncle: Doctors delayed certifying Tinasha's death

They claim she was kept on life support system despite being brain dead.
First ROS directive better at solving MIC’s woes

First ROS directive better at solving MIC’s woes

The MIC is getting into a deeper crisis by going for a judicial review, and the better way to address the problems is to revert back to the original Registrar of Societies (ROS) directive that re-elections be held again for some position to rectify the mistakes and shortcomings.
Banting’s rapid growth requires a new hospital

Banting’s rapid growth requires a new hospital

Number of patients growing and complicated cases have to be sent to distant hospitals.
'1MDB to be dismantled under debt plan'

'1MDB to be dismantled under debt plan'

Most of its assets will be sold in this plan crafted by Arul Kanda, sources say.
Gov't wants more large firms to join price cut drive

Gov't wants more large firms to join price cut drive

More than 82,000 goods are offered at a discount of between 10-70 pct.
Folk should be proactive in ‘solving’ traffic woes

Folk should be proactive in ‘solving’ traffic woes

When the Works Minister, Fadillah Yusof, was quoted as saying he would ask the Selangor government for alternative solutions due to the cancellation of the Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex), I initially wanted to propose setting up a residents’ committee to explore and propose that alternative solution.
Opposition leaders invite gov’t to debate GST

Opposition leaders invite gov’t to debate GST

They seek 4 vs 4 debate on pros and cons of postponing implementation.
'Expect 3-6pct increase in maintenance fees'

'Expect 3-6pct increase in maintenance fees'

Groups say fees of highrises should increase only marginally.
Stop passing the buck over RTS project delays

Stop passing the buck over RTS project delays

Menteri Besar Khaled Nordin or Minister in the PM’s Department Abdul Wahid Omar should clarify if anything has been achieved on the coming Rapid Transit System (RTS) project in the Joint Ministerial Committee meeting.
'Anwar's parliament speech will be heard'

'Anwar's parliament speech will be heard'

UPDATED 5.01PM PKR rep, likely Nurul Izzah, will read his speech at coming session.
MP suspects BNM's hands are tied on 1MDB

MP suspects BNM's hands are tied on 1MDB

UPDATED 5.11PM One of 1MDB's critics believes there may be interference.
Hadi urged to put a halt to violence in PAS

Hadi urged to put a halt to violence in PAS

Following attack on Dzulkefly, Mujahid Yusof wants strong words on unity.
NGO: Time to get rid of sodomy law

NGO: Time to get rid of sodomy law

As city gears for Anwar rally, WargaAman makes timely reminder.
Dare accepted: Rafizi to declare assets and income

Dare accepted: Rafizi to declare assets and income

PKR veep also wants Umno's Syed Ali to initiate a similar campaign in his party.
I know they are still alive, say MH370 relatives

I know they are still alive, say MH370 relatives

MH370 FREE The flight’s disappearance has left relatives angry and confused.
Pharmacy Bill 'no debate' rule give docs migraine

Pharmacy Bill 'no debate' rule give docs migraine

Doctors worried patients will be exploited by Big Pharma.
Too early to clear 1MDB

Too early to clear 1MDB

No one wants to admit that it stinks.
Aussie parliament honours those lost in MH370

Aussie parliament honours those lost in MH370

MH370 FREE PM Abbott says he can’t promise the search would still be intense.
307 is a march I cannot ignore

307 is a march I cannot ignore

307, another protest, another march...

I am going to be personal.
Pakatan's dream of running Sarawak fading

Pakatan's dream of running Sarawak fading

Bickering among its three partners thins hope of forming state gov't one day.
PKR mulls legal action against Prisons DG

PKR mulls legal action against Prisons DG

UPDATED 3.10PM This is over his refusal to allow Anwar to attend Parliament.
Kitingan: ‘Pathetic’ growth rampant in Sabah

Kitingan: ‘Pathetic’ growth rampant in Sabah

The Star Sabah leader holds Umno at fault for the conditions the state is now in.
Lack of political will slowing Internet growth?

Lack of political will slowing Internet growth?

COMMENT Advances can only happen when you have proactive leaders.
Kit Siang: Cabinet trying to stymie 1MDB debate?

Kit Siang: Cabinet trying to stymie 1MDB debate?

Lim Kit Siang believes cabinet is trying to dodge questions in Parliament.
'Ukraine allowed convicted MP into Parliament'

'Ukraine allowed convicted MP into Parliament'

UPDATED 12.35PM PKR says this proves Anwar case was politically motivated.
Did KPMG help 1MDB in PetroSaudi cover-up?

Did KPMG help 1MDB in PetroSaudi cover-up?

UPDATED 5PM Tony Pua raises this on fresh documents from S'wak Report.
M’sian born Guy Sebastian is Australia’s Eurovision entrant

M’sian born Guy Sebastian is Australia’s Eurovision entrant

The singer-songwriter was named by Eurovision broadcaster SBS in Sydney today.
FT Islamic Council can't intervene in 'Allah' CD case

FT Islamic Council can't intervene in 'Allah' CD case

However, the Court of Appeal allows it to hold a watching brief in the matter.
Apple to delay production of 12.9-inch-screen iPad

Apple to delay production of 12.9-inch-screen iPad

This is part of CEO Tim Cook’s bid to invigorate the product line.
How can rakyat force the regime to come clean?

How can rakyat force the regime to come clean?

FREE YOURSAY ‘Love your country and fight against corruption in any form.’
Alien abduction? MH370 theories keep coming

Alien abduction? MH370 theories keep coming

MH370 FREE They range from the wild to sober, science-based arguments.
Folk advised to keep under the shade during Equinox

Folk advised to keep under the shade during Equinox

'If there is a need to be outside, use a hat or umbrella and a sun block.'
Flash flood causes congestion in Jalan Cheras

Flash flood causes congestion in Jalan Cheras

It began to inundate the area at 5.20pm and began to recede at 5.45pm.
Sufficient water levels at major dams nationwide

Sufficient water levels at major dams nationwide

Eight dams in Selangor were reported to be at a consistent level.
How coverage of MH370 search turned into satire

How coverage of MH370 search turned into satire

New book details how global news media were pushed to new levels of self-parody.
Mokhzani Mahathir resigns from SapuraKencana

Mokhzani Mahathir resigns from SapuraKencana

Malaysia’s largest oil and gas services firm by market value says this yesterday.
Judge transferred, but still hearing Mkini case

Judge transferred, but still hearing Mkini case

FREE The law firm representing the news portal says this is ‘highly unusual’.
PAS leader Dzulkefly Ahmad assaulted

PAS leader Dzulkefly Ahmad assaulted

UPDATED 1.50PM He is punched by a stranger as he returned from subuh prayers.
Mahfuz: I paid for Sirul 'humanitarian' trip

Mahfuz: I paid for Sirul 'humanitarian' trip

He denies party is funding the trip and using Sirul against Najib.
Ex-top judge’s disclosure vindicates whistleblower

Ex-top judge’s disclosure vindicates whistleblower

EXCLUSIVE Syed Ahmad Idid is pleased ex-top judge backs allegations of abuse.
DIGP: Kita Lawan rally illegal 'for many reasons'

DIGP: Kita Lawan rally illegal 'for many reasons'

UPDATED 11.36AM These include seditious speeches, says deputy IGP.
Sedition probe awaits DAP MP after MCA’s report

Sedition probe awaits DAP MP after MCA’s report

Wei Aik joins growing list hauled in for comments on Anwar’s Sodomy II.
Not only Jho Low, others must account for 1MDB

Not only Jho Low, others must account for 1MDB

FREE YOURSAY ‘Much money and assets wasted, the people deserve answers.’
'Let locals head all Sarawak federal depts'

'Let locals head all Sarawak federal depts'

By this, they will best understand the local environment and norms, says DAP.
BNM should reveal report on AmBank

BNM should reveal report on AmBank

FREE YOURSAY ‘Indeed why is there no denial on the most important issue?’
Daggers still out despite Najib's solidarity meet

Daggers still out despite Najib's solidarity meet

PM wants to show he still controls Umno but his foes won’t be deterred.
Syed, you’re right - all should declare assets

Syed, you’re right - all should declare assets

FREE YOURSAY ‘So will Syed urge the federal cabinet to do it as well?’
Will Pakatan reps hit the streets for Anwar?

Will Pakatan reps hit the streets for Anwar?

M’sians urged to join the weekend protest, but will Pakatan reps be there too?
Why Malaysians in Britain are protesting on March 7

Why Malaysians in Britain are protesting on March 7

The ones who are most worried about protests are the government. The usual point of view is that protests should be prohibited, and social problems and grievances of the people should be addressed through the ‘normal channels’, most commonly through voting, lobbying, and writing letters to politicians.
Employers out of touch with reality

Employers out of touch with reality

Pemandu CEO Idris Jala, International Trade and Industry Minister Mustapa Mohamed and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department in charge of the Economic Planning Unit Wahid Omar had spoken on the issue of wage stagnation despite increased productivity and cost of living. The World Bank has confirmed that wages are below productivity level.