Archive - 24 August 2015

'Selangor PAS won't give way to GHB in GE14'

'Selangor PAS won't give way to GHB in GE14'

Secretary says GHB will give BN victory in the next polls.
Army to monitor social media accounts of personnel

Army to monitor social media accounts of personnel

Armed forces chief says this is to stop the spread of IS influence.
Bersih 4 rally – cops say they may use tasers

Bersih 4 rally – cops say they may use tasers

Police say if they judge fit, those on duty will be authorised to use them.

Minister advises uni students against Bersih 4 rally

Minister advises uni students against Bersih 4 rally

He says they will smear the reputations of their institutions if they do so.

No one is interfering in PDRM, says DIGP

No one is interfering in PDRM, says DIGP

He dismisses notions by a senior officer that outsiders are directing police.

Army and cops back for Penang's National Day

Army and cops back for Penang's National Day

As the state is now following federal government's theme, they will join festivities.

'No interference' – Kit Siang welcomes cops' assurance

'No interference' – Kit Siang welcomes cops' assurance

This over IGP's statement that police won't interfere in a no- confidence vote.

Students demand PM quit, wait outside Parliament

Students demand PM quit, wait outside Parliament

With four demands, they say they will wait until Najib himself responds.

DAP acts against claim it's funded by Jews

DAP acts against claim it's funded by Jews

Party files police report against Deputy Transport Minister Abdul Aziz Kaprawi.

Media coverage on orang asli 'problematic'

Media coverage on orang asli 'problematic'

This has led to them being seen as dependent on handouts, says activist.
Khairy: Umno motions to be discussed with Najib

Khairy: Umno motions to be discussed with Najib

Among the motions are those on 1MDB and that the PM go on leave, he says.

No 'bangsat' Malays in opposition-ruled states, PM told

No 'bangsat' Malays in opposition-ruled states, PM told

Blogger says Malays in the three states are happier than those living under Umno rule.

Umno Youth: We respect Muhyiddin as party's No 2

Umno Youth: We respect Muhyiddin as party's No 2

UPDATED 7.09PM They state this in light of support for the DPM to take over.

New video: Vexed Umno man losing sleep over 1MDB

New video: Vexed Umno man losing sleep over 1MDB

Another delegate from Merbok Umno urges Najib to step down.

Nik Nazmi barred, lecturers confirm muzzle

Nik Nazmi barred, lecturers confirm muzzle

His alma mater withdraws invite, lecturers say current events now taboo.

Cuepacs chief wants review of overseas allowance

Cuepacs chief wants review of overseas allowance

Azih Muda says this is in view of the depreciation in the value of the ringgit.
No fake eggs in local market, says farmers’ group

No fake eggs in local market, says farmers’ group

Jeffrey Ng says it was impossible for anyone to produce fake eggs on a commercial scale.

S'gor Umno on roadshow against DEIG

S'gor Umno on roadshow against DEIG

UPDATED 7.30PM Can't accept this company set up to oversee Selangor GLCs.

Bersih nets RM1.5m, will publicise account

Bersih nets RM1.5m, will publicise account

Unlike the PM, Bersih says it has no qualms showing its accounts.

Now Penampang Umno wants Muhyiddin censured

Now Penampang Umno wants Muhyiddin censured

It alleges the Umno No 2 passed negative comments detrimental to the party.

IGP: We won't interfere in no-confidence vote claim

IGP: We won't interfere in no-confidence vote claim

Police only concerned about attempts to topple PM via undemocratic means.

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Rep: Umno using DEIG to divert attention from 1MDB

Rep: Umno using DEIG to divert attention from 1MDB

UPDATED 4.33PM He urges public not be distracted from the 'big scandal'.

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Ten days after DPM's plot claims, how many people have police arrested?

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Ten days after DPM's plot claims, how many people have police arrested?

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Why no updates on DPM's plot claims, asks Kit Siang

Ten days after DPM's 'plot' how many arrested, he asks.

Immigration says it will not deport Jessica

Immigration says it will not deport Jessica

She can apply for a special pass, since her husband is a Malaysian, dept says.

You are the seed for a change

You are the seed for a change

I happened to talk to a friend and she told me this, “What is the point of writing against the government as the ministers are not going to read what you have written”. True, ministers and government officials might not be reading it but what people have written were never meant for them but for the public.
PKR: Behave Najib, don't use the word 'bangsat'

PKR: Behave Najib, don't use the word 'bangsat'

UPDATED 3.45PM Fahmi says one of PM's stature shouldn't use it in public.

MP: Probe 'certain powers hiding SRC witness'

MP: Probe 'certain powers hiding SRC witness'

Gobind wants parties probed under Section 186 of the Penal Code.

Strong fundamentals are weakening, we're failing

Strong fundamentals are weakening, we're failing

Our leaders keep saying that our fundamentals are strong. This is comforting and consoling.
Neutral Suhakam to monitor Bersih 4 rally

Neutral Suhakam to monitor Bersih 4 rally

It will observe how the authorities and participants conduct themselves.

'Check with crown prince first to avoid red faces'

'Check with crown prince first to avoid red faces'

First Puad, now Zahid. Veteran newsman tells Umno leaders to exercise caution.

Syed Ali: Umno members at Bersih 4? Nonsense

Syed Ali: Umno members at Bersih 4? Nonsense

Cheras division chief says the rally will not bring any benefit to the people.

Cops won't take part in Penang’s N-Day event

Cops won't take part in Penang’s N-Day event

IGP says Penang’s theme was not in line with the spirit of the celebration.
Penang backs down on Merdeka Day theme

Penang backs down on Merdeka Day theme

UPDATED 5.50PM Instead of 'Bersih, cekap dan amanah', it will use national theme.

A few good men and women

A few good men and women

Never in the history of our nation and our people had so much troubling issues that made us all lose confidence in ourselves, so worried of our nation’s future. How could we continue to pretend business as usual and mind our own business and allow the dire situation to deteriorate more until it’s unsalvageable.
It's Najib who'll bastardise Malays, says Umno man

It's Najib who'll bastardise Malays, says Umno man

Umno, BN will be unstable if PM remains self-indulgent, says ex-division vice-chief.

Who is politicising the Merdeka Day in Penang?

Who is politicising the Merdeka Day in Penang?

While the Penang state government may be criticised for not following the national slogan, the action taken by the federal departments smacks of over-reaction and excessive politicising.
Keningau Umno wants Zahid as party’s No 2

Keningau Umno wants Zahid as party’s No 2

This is in line with his current position as deputy prime minister, it says.

Legal letter issued over 'Anwar’s kin has billions'

Legal letter issued over 'Anwar’s kin has billions'

Kepong Umno chief Rizuan Abdul Hamid is given 48 hours to apologise.

Taiwan told to help MACC find Low

Taiwan told to help MACC find Low

MACC searching high and low, thus Taiwan should help out, says Segambut MP.

Don't be coy, just name the 'certain powers'

Don't be coy, just name the 'certain powers'

YOURSAY ‘Who doesn’t know that those wanted for 1MDB are being hidden away?’

Better to be party in TPPA talks, says Khairy

Better to be party in TPPA talks, says Khairy

UPDATED 11.55AM We should work towards a deal, says youth minister.

Sack your bad advisers, Tajuddin tells Najib

Sack your bad advisers, Tajuddin tells Najib

These advisers don't care if Umno wins or loses, says deputy minister.

Najib risks being guilty of Anwar's 'crime'

Najib risks being guilty of Anwar's 'crime'

UPDATED 12.41PM This, says Tony Pua, if PM continues to pressure MACC.

No reprieve as ringgit breaches 4.24

No reprieve as ringgit breaches 4.24

The ailing ringgit continues decline as country continues to be racked by scandal.

Will Dr M be a bigger hit in Pasir Gudang?

Will Dr M be a bigger hit in Pasir Gudang?

He'll speak at an event on Saturday, which is expected to be closely watched.

TI-M: Will AG be deciding what 'not' to probe?

TI-M: Will AG be deciding what 'not' to probe?

UPDATED 10.25AM Excluding MACC in new team not good sign, says NGO.

Najib slammed for 'bastardised' statement

Najib slammed for 'bastardised' statement

GHB slams the PM for statement, saying Najib fears ending up in prison.

More tall tales from Umno leaders

More tall tales from Umno leaders

YOURSAY ‘This is the sixth version of the RM2.6 billion mystery.’

Mara completes audit firm appointment process

Mara completes audit firm appointment process

PwC will vet its purchases abroad, says chairperson Annuar Musa.

‘Stress test’ perceptions about M’sian democracy

‘Stress test’ perceptions about M’sian democracy

At the start of the Global Financial Crisis (2007-2008) that shook the world, stress tests were undertaken involving financial institutions to evaluate how they would respond to the crisis. In some instances banks were also required to increase their contributions to the central bank.
Scandal-hit Mara man open to chairing PAC

Scandal-hit Mara man open to chairing PAC

Ketereh MP Annuar Musa says he will abide by any decision to appoint him so.

Haze back at unhealthy levels in Sarawak

Haze back at unhealthy levels in Sarawak

Meanwhile, four major towns in Sabah recorded moderate API readings.

Prayer walks now popular with churches

Prayer walks now popular with churches

COMMENT Churches have a role to stand in the gap to pray for the nation.

Ex-Umno Youth head: We must be 'ultra-rakyat'

Ex-Umno Youth head: We must be 'ultra-rakyat'

Khairul Anwar says Johor crown prince and MB want rakyat served with integrity.

Would you believe Zahid’s story on RM2.6b?

Would you believe Zahid’s story on RM2.6b?

YOURSAY ‘If there was such a generous donor, why must Najib keep it a secret?’

On wearing a Bersih 4 T-shirt to church

On wearing a Bersih 4 T-shirt to church

Life recently has been a roller-coaster ride. The Dow has plunged 531 points to end its worst week since 2011. Oil prices dipped to below US$40 - the lowest since 2009. The Swiss have launched a money-laundering investigation into 1MDB. The authorities have refused to grant a permit for the Bersih 4 rally.
The layman’s concern is how to stretch the ringgit

The layman’s concern is how to stretch the ringgit

To the layman and low-income people, their main concern in life is how much they could stretch the ringgit or rather what they can put on the dining table.
Who wants to marry a feminist?

Who wants to marry a feminist?

Often at university, I was labelled as a liberated feminist around my circle of friends. Going for some activist meetings and advocating for the women’s movement were part of my blood during my studies.
Supplements as a fact of life

Supplements as a fact of life

The supplement market has grown to be a massive one, thanks to the unhealthy selection of food that we have now. The hectic urban lifestyle that has pushed us farther and farther away from farmed and home-cooked food has spawned the need for supplements.