Archive - 26 August 2015

Positions are only temporary, says Zahid

Positions are only temporary, says Zahid

Not mentioning any names, his speech addresses differences of opinion in Umno.

Kita dismisses report of GHB takeover of party

Kita dismisses report of GHB takeover of party

Its sec-gen says there was an attempt to falsify information on the party takeover.

IGP warns 'red shirts' against criminal intimidation

IGP warns 'red shirts' against criminal intimidation

We will not tolerate groups that promote violence, says Khalid Abu Bakar.

No end in sight for MIC conflict

No end in sight for MIC conflict

Experts believe that the fight between G Palanivel and Dr S Subramaniam will be protracted affair.

Muhyiddin: Don't be so quick to call me traitor

Muhyiddin: Don't be so quick to call me traitor

UPDATED 8.50PM Umno deputy president lashes out at detractors amidst speculation that he'll be removed from party post.

Ex-DPM warns of failed state if 'bull not taken by the horns'

Ex-DPM warns of failed state if 'bull not taken by the horns'

He says signs are pointing in that direction and requires immediate remedial measures.

Minister: Put aside political differences for Merdeka

Minister: Put aside political differences for Merdeka

Salleh Said Keruak reminds Malaysians that Merdeka Day is about love for our country not hate for each other.

No preemptive arrest of Bersih leaders, says Nur Jazlan

No preemptive arrest of Bersih leaders, says Nur Jazlan

Deputy minister says police will be flexible as it considers Bersih 4 a peaceful rally.

Khir Toyo warded in IJN, a day before decision for court case

Khir Toyo warded in IJN, a day before decision for court case

UPDATED 7.53PM He is reported to have fallen while jogging, after a heart attack.

Reappoint 'Umno lifeline' as DPM, Najib told

Reappoint 'Umno lifeline' as DPM, Najib told

UPDATED 7.10PM Zahid will only have the post for two years until next GE, says Perkasa.

Perkasa: Malays 'bangsat' despite Umno ruling since Merdeka

Perkasa: Malays 'bangsat' despite Umno ruling since Merdeka

UPDATED 7.51PM They can only afford low-cost houses, says Ibrahim, in disagreeing with Najib.

Emulate former Special Branch No 2, whistleblowers urged

Emulate former Special Branch No 2, whistleblowers urged

MP also says that he and colleagues will do whatever they can to protect such whistleblowers.

Only 'Bersih' house attracts positive vibes, says feng shui master

Only 'Bersih' house attracts positive vibes, says feng shui master

In a 'dirty' house, your servant may steal money, cautions Louis Loh.

Universities threaten action for students who go to Bersih 4

Universities threaten action for students who go to Bersih 4

Administrators say they can even be suspended or expelled for taking part in the 'illegal' rally.

Perkasa members can join Bersih 4, boss gives green light

Perkasa members can join Bersih 4, boss gives green light

UPDATED 7.50PM However, Ibrahim Ali is tightlipped on whether he supports the rally or not.

Dr M raises money-laundering posers

Dr M raises money-laundering posers

Banks the world over are a bit too quiet about the billions that were transferred, says Dr M.

Don’t let political apathy affect the next generation

Don’t let political apathy affect the next generation

During the 2015 UK election, a post-90 candidate unseated the transport minister; but no post-90 candidate can unseat the Singapore’s PAP transport minister because he’s ‘retiring’. Mhairi Black (born Sept 12, 1994) won in the general election against Douglas Garven Alexander (born Oct 26, 1967), the former minister of state for Europe.
Students are the leaders of tomorrow, and of today

Students are the leaders of tomorrow, and of today

A few days ago, there was a statement by the Higher Education Minister Idris Jusoh that said that undergraduates found involved in the Bersih 4 rally will face action under the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971.
PR status - Jessica's lawyers waiting for official reply

PR status - Jessica's lawyers waiting for official reply

The former AG's Chambers officers awaits official clarification on the supposed revocation.
Decision on ex-CCID man for Anwar's review on Nov 16

Decision on ex-CCID man for Anwar's review on Nov 16

The jailed leader argued political conspiracy against him from ’98, in Sodomy II review.

Dr M to Zahid: If you met RM2.6b Arab, prove it

Dr M to Zahid: If you met RM2.6b Arab, prove it

UPDATED 5.23PM Give proof that this Arab has huge sums to donate, Mahathir tells DPM.

Think deeper on our economic problems

Think deeper on our economic problems

The Treasury secretary-general, Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah, has come up with some explanations on why the Malaysian ringgit has weakened considerably and why the global economy has become volatile and uncertain.
Stop thinking M'sians are stupid, Dr M tells Najib

Stop thinking M'sians are stupid, Dr M tells Najib

He says PM and Co should cease peddling the 'RM2.6 billion is donation' claim.

After martial arts display, anti-Bersih group to train with parang

After martial arts display, anti-Bersih group to train with parang

Group leader Jamal Yunos says this is for self-defence. He vows not to initiate violence.

Najib ropes brother into economic committee

Najib ropes brother into economic committee

Vocal banker Nazir Razak will be part of PM's new economic committee.

Protect, not arrest students, police told

Protect, not arrest students, police told

18 NGOs join the 'foul' cry over arrest of sit-in protesters outside Parliament.

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Air quality improves slightly in Seri Manjung, Perak

Air quality improves slightly in Seri Manjung, Perak

The air quality in Seri Manjung, Perak has improved slightly, from an Air Pollutants Index (API) reading of 101 at 11am today to 99 at 5pm.

Anti-Bersih demo fine, but students held, DAP cries foul

Anti-Bersih demo fine, but students held, DAP cries foul

UPDATED 6.55PM DAP accuses police of double standard for not acting against open show of intimidation.

Kit Siang, DAP leaders to stay overnight for Bersih 4

Kit Siang, DAP leaders to stay overnight for Bersih 4

UPDATED 6.05PM Apart from the sec-gen, who has other duties in Penang, DAP leaders will camp out in KL.

Jagdeep to Rahman: Resign for 'unaffordable housing'

Jagdeep to Rahman: Resign for 'unaffordable housing'

He says the minister is responsible for failing to keep house prices fair.
3-day remand for students at sit-in outside Parliament

3-day remand for students at sit-in outside Parliament

Police sought a week-long remand but magistrate grants only three days.

'Brave' Muhyiddin gets Bersih 4 invitation

'Brave' Muhyiddin gets Bersih 4 invitation

Harapan Baru Youth wants the ex-deputy premier to save the country from bankruptcy.

'Bersih 4 rally demands are cure for economic woes'

'Bersih 4 rally demands are cure for economic woes'

UPDATED 3.20PM Institutional reforms sought by Bersih 4 will help economic recovery, says Bersih head.

Bersih: Not entering Dataran, why need for DBKL nod?

Bersih: Not entering Dataran, why need for DBKL nod?

UPDATED 3.16PM Police insistence on permission from DBKL is nonsense, says Bersih.

'AG must explain if he is a complete puppet of the PM'

'AG must explain if he is a complete puppet of the PM'

Tony Pua says this in light of the disclosure that the NRRT won't be probing 1MDB.

Peddling Bersih 4 at Sri Petaling pasar malam

Peddling Bersih 4 at Sri Petaling pasar malam

T-shirt sale is brisk but unlike at other locations, response is lukewarm.

FMM: Political uncertainty affecting business sentiments

FMM: Political uncertainty affecting business sentiments

UPDATED 2.25PM The trade body wants the situation rectified with transparency.

Time to take notice of Bersih 4's demands

Time to take notice of Bersih 4's demands

As the build-up to this weekend’s Bersih 4 rally rises to a crescendo, the Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) lends its voice to urge everyone in Malaysia, especially women, to support this initiative and join us on the streets on Aug 29 and 30.
MACC: PM will not officiate anti-graft conference

MACC: PM will not officiate anti-graft conference

UPDATED 3.20PM Minister Paul Low will officiate the international convention organised by MACC.

Umno man files report in S'pore on PM's account

Umno man files report in S'pore on PM's account

After Switzerland, Khairuddin Abu Hassan goes to Singapore over 1MDB.

Sultans needed to stop PM, wife from becoming king, queen

Sultans needed to stop PM, wife from becoming king, queen

Zam also takes a swipe at Shahrir Samad for thinking about personal interests.

Interpol urged to clear air on S'wak Report editor

Interpol urged to clear air on S'wak Report editor

Interpol sec-gen's meeting with M'sian IGP may send wrong signals, warns a UK-based NGO.

Dr M insists Najib's RM2.6b linked to 1MDB

Dr M insists Najib's RM2.6b linked to 1MDB

Former PM says no one can believe the large sum of funds was actually a donation.

Ahmad Maslan: Why Bersih wants to ruin MITI's work?

Ahmad Maslan: Why Bersih wants to ruin MITI's work?

He says his ministry has worked hard to attract foreign investors to M'sia.

Bersih, pendulum of Malaysian society!

Bersih, pendulum of Malaysian society!

COMMENT Under too much repression, the pendulum will swing back against the oppressors.
A gesture of striking panache

A gesture of striking panache

COMMENT Archbishop Leow offers sanctuary to Bersih marchers.

Rahman Dahlan: Economy will be Bersih 4's victim

Rahman Dahlan: Economy will be Bersih 4's victim

Saying the rally will have an adverse impact, minister urges it to be postponed.

Gerakan youth: Double standards in student arrests?

Gerakan youth: Double standards in student arrests?

Students only gathered for a peaceful protest in front of Parliament, deputy chief says.

'Top cop has no power to transfer senior officers'

'Top cop has no power to transfer senior officers'

Ex-IGP Musa Hassan says police body must approve transfers above ASP rank.

RM slumps to 17-year low on 1MDB, growth concerns

RM slumps to 17-year low on 1MDB, growth concerns

It reached 4.2990, the lowest since July 1998, and has weakened 18 percent in 2015.

MACC sends notices to 'missing persons' families

MACC sends notices to 'missing persons' families

Anti-graft body wants Jho Low, Nik Faisal and Suboh's families to appear before it.

Minister shouldn't blame public for his failures

Minister shouldn't blame public for his failures

YOURSAY ‘Low has overvalued himself. Nobody expects him to eradicate corruption.’
Low, quit if public expectation too high

Low, quit if public expectation too high

YOURSAY ‘Since he cannot meet our expectations, why is he still there?’

Anti-graft fight has to take on a holistic approach

Anti-graft fight has to take on a holistic approach

COMMENT It takes a man of great honour to stand up, speak up and be counted.
Sanusi: Malays not 'bangsat', their Umno leader is one

Sanusi: Malays not 'bangsat', their Umno leader is one

Word should apply to the leader who led Malays to the current state, Umno veteran says.

IPIC mulls pulling out of 1MDB’s debt plan

IPIC mulls pulling out of 1MDB’s debt plan

This comes three months after agreeing to do so, reports Singapore’s Business Times.

Time to 'Bersih' this weekend

Time to 'Bersih' this weekend

COMMENT What prompts ordinary M’sians to come out and support Bersih 4?

Free lunch for 300 wearing Bersih 4 T-shirt

Free lunch for 300 wearing Bersih 4 T-shirt

Stall owner says it’s not a publicity stunt, he just wants to contribute to the cause.

M’sians have been short-changed on petrol price

M’sians have been short-changed on petrol price

Now that US oil finishes below US$40 a barrel, for the first time since 2009, as reported over TV Channel NewsAsia on Tuesday, Aug 25, 2015 and (it) is slightly over US$44 for Brent, this good news should actually bring cheer to Malaysians but instead they are unhappy because they still pay RM2.05 for a litre of RON95.
Bersih and the dangers of protests and revolutions

Bersih and the dangers of protests and revolutions

Imagine if the year were 2019 and the prime minister of Malaysia were PKR’s Azmin Ali, Pakatan having won a historic election the year before. Hundreds of thousands of Umno supporters are camped out on the streets of Kuala Lumpur, demanding his resignation. The capital is paralysed and so is the larger economy.
RM1.5m for Bersih? Find out how at Mkini forum

RM1.5m for Bersih? Find out how at Mkini forum

Perhaps also a clue on who opposition MPs will back as next PM - at forum tonight.

Shifting the paradigm on Aug 29

Shifting the paradigm on Aug 29

We need to break the racialised discourse.
Shifting the paradigm on Aug 29

Shifting the paradigm on Aug 29

We need to break the dominant racialised discourse.
Note to cops: Joe Public, not criminals, in Bersih 4

Note to cops: Joe Public, not criminals, in Bersih 4

YOURSAY ‘Whether they use Tasers or not, I am going to Bersih 4.’

Students: If Parliament cannot, we'll occupy Jinjang

Students: If Parliament cannot, we'll occupy Jinjang

#Langkahsiswa plans to continue camping once arrested comrades are released.

‘Do you hear the people sing?’

‘Do you hear the people sing?’

A modern representative democracy is a system of government where its citizens elect parliamentarians through free and fair elections to represent them in decision-making. These decisions are subject to the rule of law, which applies equally to all citizens, in the protection of their human rights. In addition, democracy also involves the active participation of all its citizens in politics and civil life.
What can we do to trounce our economic position?

What can we do to trounce our economic position?

The front pages of our local newspapers are intimidating indeed. If ‘The World Sees Red’, will Malaysia see blue? Of course not. Malaysia is just a small country, a drop in the ocean compared to the superpowers.
Najib’s defence of 1MDB, unspinned

Najib’s defence of 1MDB, unspinned

YOURSAY ‘You are not creating economic value; you are just flipping land assets.’

Police slammed for arresting protesting students

Police slammed for arresting protesting students

Such action must be against Al-Maunah, which advocates violence, says lawyer.