Archive - 28 August 2015

Interpol rejects Malaysia's red notice bid on Clare

Interpol rejects Malaysia's red notice bid on Clare

‘A review was conducted, the request for the red notice was refused,’ says its sec-gen.

Bersihkan BN, not just Najib

Bersihkan BN, not just Najib

Walk the talk until every last crook is exposed.
A neophyte’s how-to on unblocking websites

A neophyte’s how-to on unblocking websites

COMMENT Why should MCMC over-react to a peaceful demonstration?

Umno lawyer: Anina will be kicked out of party for suit

Umno lawyer: Anina will be kicked out of party for suit

Hafarizam says Umno constitution states that members who bring party affairs to the court immediately lose their membership.

ROS rejects GHB’s ‘Progressive Islamic Party’ application

ROS rejects GHB’s ‘Progressive Islamic Party’ application

Zahid says Islam belong to all Muslims and the use of its name for political parties can cause confusion.
Uniform ban for Unit Amal members for Bersih 4

Uniform ban for Unit Amal members for Bersih 4

It says this is to avoid sabotage and provocation from anti-Bersih elements.

Gov't bans wearing of Bersih 4 T-shirts

Gov't bans wearing of Bersih 4 T-shirts

[UPDATED 9.03PM] The order covers any yellow clothing with the word 'Bersih 4' and any printed material which promotes the rally.

1k students to occupy Parliament in October

1k students to occupy Parliament in October

Student activist group #LangkahSiswa vows to rally that number for a sit-in at the House during its next session.

How do unarmed rakyat topple the gov’t?

How do unarmed rakyat topple the gov’t?

I am very perplexed. The police tell us a bunch of citizens walking the streets of KL tomorrow intend to topple the government. That is indeed curious.
Zaid hopes Dr M will show up in KL on Sunday

Zaid hopes Dr M will show up in KL on Sunday

Walkabout with the rakyat will be good, says ex-minister.

Appeals Court directs NFC chief to answer CBT charges

Appeals Court directs NFC chief to answer CBT charges

Mohamad Salleh’s appeal to strike out the two CBT charges is dismissed.

MCMC blocks four websites for promoting Bersih

MCMC blocks four websites for promoting Bersih

[UPDATED 7PM] Communication Minister Salleh Said Keruak says the MCMC is in the midst of monitoring news portals.

Don't use Section 124B of Penal Code to curb freedom

Don't use Section 124B of Penal Code to curb freedom

COMMENT Police, strengthen democracy and respect the right of all Malaysians to assemble peaceably.

Calm before the storm – Dataran eerily quiet

Calm before the storm – Dataran eerily quiet

Apart from workers and a few tourists, the atmosphere this afternoon was one of calm.

Pg police remove posters threatening Bersih protesters

Pg police remove posters threatening Bersih protesters

Cops ask those involved in hanging the 'seditious' posters to stop or face stern action.

Learn from loss of Kedah, Umno folk told

Learn from loss of Kedah, Umno folk told

Mahdzir Khalid this is in order to strengthen the party in facing today’s challenges.

Civil servants can’t join Bersih 4, clarifies Adenan

Civil servants can’t join Bersih 4, clarifies Adenan

The CM’s Office says this to clarify various articles on online news portals.

Bersih Penang holds flash mob to  boost rally

Bersih Penang holds flash mob to boost rally

Hour-long event held at three locations in the city centre draws wide support.
A final appeal to Maria Chin

A final appeal to Maria Chin

COMMENT I still appeal to you to hold the Bersih 4 rally at a later date.

Cheras Umno chief: Anina's suit not on behalf of party

Cheras Umno chief: Anina's suit not on behalf of party

And blog MYKMU.net says Umno members cannot take party matters to court.

Bersih 4 adopts HK-style communication as last resort

Bersih 4 adopts HK-style communication as last resort

Unlike other communication apps, Firechat can work without internet.

'Unintelligent for MCA to allow members to join Bersih 4'

'Unintelligent for MCA to allow members to join Bersih 4'

Federal Territories Umno and BN Youth chief Razlan Rafii says they should be more mature and rational.

Sultan says he doesn't take sides, wants gov't to be honest

Sultan says he doesn't take sides, wants gov't to be honest

Granting an audience to a political leader does not translate into support, says Sultan Ibrahim.

Safeguard right to peaceful assembly at Bersih 4

Safeguard right to peaceful assembly at Bersih 4

The Malaysian authorities must take effective measures to actively protect the rights of participants at the Bersih 4 rally in Kuala Lumpur this weekend, and ensure that the rally takes place without violent obstruction by counter-demonstrators.
A safety briefing from a Bersih veteran

A safety briefing from a Bersih veteran

A lot of accusations are being levelled against those being outspoken about not attending the upcoming 34-hour rally organised by the Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih 2.0). And quite frankly, it is quickly beginning to border insanity.
Don’t join politically-motivated demos, students told

Don’t join politically-motivated demos, students told

Minister Idris Jusoh says they should focus only on their studies.

Sept 9 to rehear appeal by cabbie in Najadi’s murder case

Sept 9 to rehear appeal by cabbie in Najadi’s murder case

Chew Siang Chee is appealing against his two convictions and sentences.

There is no fear in love

There is no fear in love

A man who would suggest some eons ago, the culling of some laws that were oppressive is now bent on introducing worse ones, to save himself.
The politics of division - a Malaysian rhetoric

The politics of division - a Malaysian rhetoric

COMMENT Bersih 4 will be hard-hitting realisation for a government that deliberately ignores dissatisfactions within Malaysia.

Sultan targets Umno rep, Nazri in 'warning' to politicians

Sultan targets Umno rep, Nazri in 'warning' to politicians

UPDATED 4.38PM Johor ruler reminds them not to intervene in palace affairs or make statements linked to the palace.

I'm not acting alone in suing Najib, says Anina

I'm not acting alone in suing Najib, says Anina

UPDATED 4.42PM Anina Saauddin says she acted in the interest of three million party members, and the people of Malaysia.

By jingo he tries to stay, but by legit he’ll have to go

By jingo he tries to stay, but by legit he’ll have to go

COMMENT Tardy reaction to Bersih march indication of PM’s precarious situation.

DAP cries foul over blood-letting flyers

DAP cries foul over blood-letting flyers

UPDATED 4.35PM Party says the posters are aimed at provoking a racial incident during tomorrow's Bersih rally.

‘Proper record management vital for political funding’

‘Proper record management vital for political funding’

Today, transparency and accountability have become the global agenda.

Thanks for opening our eyes, Suara Bumiputera tells Ambiga

Thanks for opening our eyes, Suara Bumiputera tells Ambiga

Its chairperson says she has made the NGO realise the importance of rising up to make demands.

FDI in Malaysia in 2Q15 records rise to RM477.4b

FDI in Malaysia in 2Q15 records rise to RM477.4b

The top three countries for FDI were Singapore, Japan and Netherlands.

2015-08-28

2015-08-28

Poll: Support for Bersih 4 split along racial lines

Poll: Support for Bersih 4 split along racial lines

[UPDATED 4.50PM] Seventy percent Malays against, 81pct Chinese and 51pct Indians support Bersih.

Umno folk should get out of comfort zone, urges Zahid

Umno folk should get out of comfort zone, urges Zahid

‘We need to reflect on the mistakes we have made,’ says the party vice-president.

Suhakam maintains neutrality over Bersih rally

Suhakam maintains neutrality over Bersih rally

It comes after IGP chastised the commission for wanting to observe the police instead of rally organisers, participants.

Do not mistake ‘protest’ for ‘revolution’

Do not mistake ‘protest’ for ‘revolution’

This is a response to Sebastian Loh’s letter.
MCA sec-gen puts foot down, says no Bersih 4 for members

MCA sec-gen puts foot down, says no Bersih 4 for members

UPDATED 7.30PM Decision made from top after Youth chief says yes to members joining the mega-rally but veep threatens action.

Losses aside, business operators back Bersih

Losses aside, business operators back Bersih

Some, however, see a spike in business. For example, a hotel being fully booked for the weekend.

Veteran proud to sacrifice a limb for country

Veteran proud to sacrifice a limb for country

Mohd Yunus Abdullah talks about losing his leg during an incident in Kem Gubir.

Uphold the Sarawak way, CM tells Bersih 4

Uphold the Sarawak way, CM tells Bersih 4

The Sarawak government has given the green light for Bersih 4 tomorrow.

Global Bersih decries threat to revoke protesters' scholarships

Global Bersih decries threat to revoke protesters' scholarships

It condemns the rising number of threats and intimidatory incidents against Global Bersih solidarity rally organisers and particpants.

EPF posts investment income of RM11.41b for Q215

EPF posts investment income of RM11.41b for Q215

This was a year-on-year growth of 9.73 percent, the fund says in a statement.

Excuses, excuses and more excuses

Excuses, excuses and more excuses

Look, Education Minister Mahdzir Khalid, a compulsory pass in English should have been implemented years ago, certainly not postponed again under your watch. Is the ministry fearful of being evaluated?
Decolonising the Malaysian media

Decolonising the Malaysian media

COMMENT While the Internet can have things unsavoury, it can also shine a light on those in power operating in shadows.

Ex-PAS Youth legal head forms NGO for Bersih 4

Ex-PAS Youth legal head forms NGO for Bersih 4

Noorazmir Zakaria's ProGuam will provide legal aide in the event of arrests.

The politics of division, a Malaysian rhetoric

The politics of division, a Malaysian rhetoric

Being a politician is like playing a game; especially in developing countries, politicians have the ability to shape the history of a nation and determine how it may progress in the future. Therefore, the use of rhetoric by leaders trying to persuade and garner support of the public, so that they may be able to implement their vision, is part of the game.
'Don't blame Penang govt for Kg Mutiara evictions'

'Don't blame Penang govt for Kg Mutiara evictions'

A GHB leader says certain quarters are out to turn the issue inot a racial at the expense of the state government.

Activist cites police brutality at Parliament protest

Activist cites police brutality at Parliament protest

Heng Kiah Chun, who was remanded for three days, says he was beaten up for taking pictures.

National icons lead 2015 National Day pledge

National icons lead 2015 National Day pledge

They include a wushu athlete and a Mount Kinabalu guide.

Ending impunity - people, integrity, action

Ending impunity - people, integrity, action

Impunity refers to exemption from punishment, harm or loss. People talk about laws flouted with impunity, meaning the failure to bring perpetrators of violations to justice. What an apt theme for an International Conference on Corruption hosted in Malaysia in September. The theme is relevant to current developments in Malaysia. Perhaps, it is too close to the prime minister’s skin that he has withdrawn from opening the event and sends his apologist as a replacement.
New GHB party's name up to ROS, says Mujahid

New GHB party's name up to ROS, says Mujahid

However, he insists the new party will be launched as scheduled on Aug 31.

Najib slams Bersih 4 for clashing with N-Day fete

Najib slams Bersih 4 for clashing with N-Day fete

'Choose a time and place that will not be provocative,' he says, without naming the rally.

Adenan sets S'wak election date but coy about it

Adenan sets S'wak election date but coy about it

He also confirms that the selection of BN candidates is almost finalsed.
Q2 business performance shows net balance of +3.8

Q2 business performance shows net balance of +3.8

The services sector recorded positive net balances for gross revenue.

Zahid arrive in KT to open Umno delegates meetings

Zahid arrive in KT to open Umno delegates meetings

The DPM will first open the Hulu Terengganu Umno delegates meeting.

MB: Unlike Putrajaya, I’ve answered all my DEIG queries

MB: Unlike Putrajaya, I’ve answered all my DEIG queries

[UPDATED 1.35PM] Azmin says while he's answered at state assembly, federal gov’t daren't answer in Parliament.

Anwar moves to strike out affidavit against his qazaf bid

Anwar moves to strike out affidavit against his qazaf bid

UPDATED 1.36PM It is to strike out application against his move for a qazaf report against lawyer Muhammad Shafee.

Why wait for public holiday to protest, MyKmu to Bersih

Why wait for public holiday to protest, MyKmu to Bersih

Only in Malaysia, those who are 'oppressed' wait for public holidays or weekends, says blog.

Remembering Dr Ismail’s admonition

Remembering Dr Ismail’s admonition

COMMENT When it comes to military intervention, his advice was prescient.

Merdeka fete with a difference - end of Najib?

Merdeka fete with a difference - end of Najib?

MP SPEAKS Come and march this weekend, to show the ruling elite our Merdeka spirit.

Economist: Bersih may fuel no-confidence vote against Najib

Economist: Bersih may fuel no-confidence vote against Najib

This is the only path as all avenues to oust the PM appear to have been blocked, says magazine.

M’sia braces for anti-Najib rally in latest test for PM

M’sia braces for anti-Najib rally in latest test for PM

Bersih 2.0 expects about 200,000 people to demonstrate in Kuala Lumpur.

Azmin expects change of country's leadership by year-end

Azmin expects change of country's leadership by year-end

UPDATED 1.01PM He says opposition just needs just another 30 MPs from BN to pass vote of no-confidence against PM.

'Gov't data proves weak RM not good for exports, tourism'

'Gov't data proves weak RM not good for exports, tourism'

Tourist numbers are not impressive either despite ringgit being weaker, says PKR.

'Umno' sues Najib to retrieve chunk of RM2.6b

'Umno' sues Najib to retrieve chunk of RM2.6b

[EXCLUSIVE] The suit filed today also claims 'donation' not reflected in party accounts.

I won't fear speaking out on 1MDB, says ex-SB man

I won't fear speaking out on 1MDB, says ex-SB man

Abdul Hamid Bador is not rattled by show-cause letter and won't be scared into keeping quiet.

Is there a plot to declare emergency?

Is there a plot to declare emergency?

YOURSAY ‘If you connect the dots, it does seem like something may be amiss.’

Rahman Dahlan, it’s PM who holds economy hostage

Rahman Dahlan, it’s PM who holds economy hostage

YOURSAY ‘All the bad news happened well before the Bersih 4 rally.’

The future of Umno depends on Nur Jazlan

The future of Umno depends on Nur Jazlan

COMMENT He should go to the ground to shake hands with Bersih 4 rally-goers.

Bersih website blocked ahead of rally?

Bersih website blocked ahead of rally?

[UPDATED 10.04AM] The website is reportedly inaccessible via certain ISPs as momentum for weekend rally gathers.

1M’sia, merdeka, bipolar, recolonised

1M’sia, merdeka, bipolar, recolonised

Ushering into yet another unknown frontier.
Not only two Najibs, but there are two Malaysias

Not only two Najibs, but there are two Malaysias

YOURSAY ‘There is a Malaysia which Malaysians are desperate to escape from.’

1MDB money in PM’s account - will Najib sue Dr M?

1MDB money in PM’s account - will Najib sue Dr M?

YOURSAY ‘Even Umno members do not believe an Arab had donated RM2.6 billion.’

Johari: Act responsibly online to fend off cyber threats

Johari: Act responsibly online to fend off cyber threats

He says people should be aware of cyber threats when they engage in cyber space.