Archive - 4 September 2015

Will there be paradigm shift in M'sian politics?

Will there be paradigm shift in M'sian politics?

COMMENT Fundamental change is taking place, but transition to new model of governance won't be that simple.

Court directive for PM to file defence ‘nothing unusual’

Court directive for PM to file defence ‘nothing unusual’

It is not a finding of prima facie case of charge, says Umno lawyer Mohd Hafarizam.
Up to universities to act on students involved in Bersih 4

Up to universities to act on students involved in Bersih 4

Action is in line with regulations enforced by the universities.

MACC says faces no interference in PM probe

MACC says faces no interference in PM probe

We always investigate independently, says deputy chief commissioner Mustafar Ali.

Malaysia’s FX reserves surprisingly rise in late August

Malaysia’s FX reserves surprisingly rise in late August

Reserves at US$94.7 billion at end of August, higher than two weeks earlier.

We're watching you on 'no impunity' pledge, TI tells Zahid

We're watching you on 'no impunity' pledge, TI tells Zahid

TI's vice-president also reminds the DPM that talk must be followed with action.

S'pore minister: Luckily, we're not M'sians

S'pore minister: Luckily, we're not M'sians

If Singapore and M'sia did not separate in 1965, 'you and I will be Malaysians'.

Three laws to be amended to resolve syariah-civil conflict

Three laws to be amended to resolve syariah-civil conflict

Minister in PM's Dept Nancy Shukri says problems happen when one spouse changes religion.

TI: Absence of answers on RM2.6b fuels suspicion, mistrust

TI: Absence of answers on RM2.6b fuels suspicion, mistrust

Transparency International's Cobus De Swardt zeroes in on the issue, saying only truth will restore trust.

'There will be no IACC here if Putrajaya not against graft'

'There will be no IACC here if Putrajaya not against graft'

[UPDATED 8.38PM] Minister in PM's Dept Abdul Wahid Omar says cabinet was swift in approving proposal to host the conference.

Minister tells anti-graft meet there is God, mustn't worry

Minister tells anti-graft meet there is God, mustn't worry

[UPDATED 8.27PM] He assures the forum those guilty of corruption will eventually be caught and punished.

People are not stupid, says AI sec-gen

People are not stupid, says AI sec-gen

False info on social media can sway the people, but the truth eventually surfaces.

The meaning of El Nino for Malaysians

The meaning of El Nino for Malaysians

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from the United State had recently announced that the El Nino this year may be the worst in over half a century. They also stated that there is a 90 percent chance that it would continue in 2016.
With Najib taking heat, Tunku Aziz aims at 'corrupt' Dr M

With Najib taking heat, Tunku Aziz aims at 'corrupt' Dr M

Mahathir used every repressive apparatus to oppress the people, says MACC adviser.

Najib to give away lanterns for Mooncake Festival

Najib to give away lanterns for Mooncake Festival

Each follower on his FB page who ‘Like’ the idea would be given two lanterns.

Is RM2.6b grand corruption or donation, Amnesty asks Najib

Is RM2.6b grand corruption or donation, Amnesty asks Najib

'The prime minister has to come clean', says sec-gen Salil Shetty.

Penang PAS man blasted for Kg Mutiara blame game

Penang PAS man blasted for Kg Mutiara blame game

Ex-councillor Iszuree should know the legal aspects but insists on slandering state, says Zairil.

Chief sec says M'sia committed to fighting graft

Chief sec says M'sia committed to fighting graft

[UPDATED 6.06PM] Ali Hamsa responds to TI chief Jose Ugaz's scathing speech at the IACC.

Does Malaysia’s military need a Mistral-class ship?

Does Malaysia’s military need a Mistral-class ship?

KINIBIZ The Mistral does not fulfil any specific role in the Malaysian defence forces.

250 reports lodged on stamping of leaders’ photos

250 reports lodged on stamping of leaders’ photos

The action, seen as insolent, incurred the anger of the people.

Time for our Sarawakian voice to be heard

Time for our Sarawakian voice to be heard

Our country has reached a juncture where we the citizens need to decide, make a stand and take action before it is too late. It’s time for us to stand up for our country, if not we risk losing it to a corrupt regime that is putting in place a system that will ensure they stay in power forever.
MACC: M'sia critics at IACC may not have all facts

MACC: M'sia critics at IACC may not have all facts

UPDATED 5.05PM It is only their views, says deputy commissioner on the tough talk by representatives.

MACC No 2 sidesteps poser on when PM will be quizzed

MACC No 2 sidesteps poser on when PM will be quizzed

UPDATED 5.05PM 'There is no need to answer,' Mustafar Ali says at the 16th International Anti-Corruption Conference.

Anina: Dr M's support letter for me is for all M'sians, too

Anina: Dr M's support letter for me is for all M'sians, too

[UPDATED 4.58PM] She says she is very touched to have received Mahathir's letter in her legal battle against the prime minister.

19 survivors in Sabak Bernam boat sinking detained

19 survivors in Sabak Bernam boat sinking detained

They would be investigated over the circumstances of the tragedy, says the MMEA.

Bukit Aman queries Pua under 124B over 1MDB

Bukit Aman queries Pua under 124B over 1MDB

UPDATED 5PM MP says he knows Clare Rewcastle-Brown from Sarawak Report but has never met Justo.

Dr M: Brave of Anina to speak up, I'm proud of her

Dr M: Brave of Anina to speak up, I'm proud of her

UPDATED 4.38PM He praises the sacked Langkawi Umno delegate and urges her to continue voicing out against Najib.

Former Kelantan deputy MB Ariffin Said dies

Former Kelantan deputy MB Ariffin Said dies

He held the post for four years from May 6, 1982, to Aug 11, 1986.

37 areas in peninsula record moderate API readings

37 areas in peninsula record moderate API readings

According to the DOE, this was also recorded in two locations in Sarawak.

Everything going downhill for M'sia, rues Nazir

Everything going downhill for M'sia, rues Nazir

PM's brother can't remember the last time things were so bleak for the country.

Indonesia says 25m exposed to haze from forest fires

Indonesia says 25m exposed to haze from forest fires

Six provinces on Sumatra and Borneo have declared haze emergencies.

Step down, UNCAC chief tells Najib

Step down, UNCAC chief tells Najib

Manzoor Hassan says probe into RM2.6 billion must proceed without interference.

Nurul Izzah: 1MDB accounts freeze justifies legal suit

Nurul Izzah: 1MDB accounts freeze justifies legal suit

MP says opposition is alarmed accounts were frozen on suspicion of corruption, money-laundering.

Bersih chief, MP and two others to be charged

Bersih chief, MP and two others to be charged

UPDATED 3.45PM The four will be charged for taking part in the Kita Lawan rally on March 28.

Foreign delegate: Najib can't hide RM2.6b in digital age

Foreign delegate: Najib can't hide RM2.6b in digital age

Those attempting to cover-up, David Kaplan tells IACC, are out of touch with the times.

Minister: No-confidence vote not happening

Minister: No-confidence vote not happening

UPDATED 6.10PM Azalina claims the Malaysian Parliament is different from those of the other nations.

Rare fishing cat spotted in Cambodia after 10 years

Rare fishing cat spotted in Cambodia after 10 years

It is threatened by the destruction of wetlands and mangrove swamps.

Financial institutions, Najib ordered to assist in 1MDB suit

Financial institutions, Najib ordered to assist in 1MDB suit

[UPDATED 2.24PM] PKR and opposition leaders go to court for documents in their suit against Najib, 1MBD.

Dr M setting bad example, says Azalina

Dr M setting bad example, says Azalina

[UPDATED 6.46PM] Minister praises Muhyiddin and Shafie for not making an appearance at Bersih 4.

Ex-IGP's son pours scorn on Khalid for bowing to politicians

Ex-IGP's son pours scorn on Khalid for bowing to politicians

Abdul Rahman Hashim's son says IGP has forsaken courage and dignity of the badge.

Police re-arrest lawyer, two hours after bail posted

Police re-arrest lawyer, two hours after bail posted

UPDATED 1.35PM They say the arrest at about 3pm was to facilitate probe into other cases.

Sarawak re-delineation gazetted, PM receives report

Sarawak re-delineation gazetted, PM receives report

UPDATED 3.35PM Once approved by Parliament, the new electoral boundaries will apply for the coming state election, says EC chief.

Malaysia remains at 168th in Fifa world rankings

Malaysia remains at 168th in Fifa world rankings

The country was previously ranked 154th in the world in January and February.

Ringgit gets no reprieve as it falls for an 11th week

Ringgit gets no reprieve as it falls for an 11th week

The nation’s foreign-exchange reserves have fallen 19 percent this year.

Do you think Bersih is independent, asks EC chief

Do you think Bersih is independent, asks EC chief

UPDATED 1.57PM EC willing to cooperate with Bersih in the coming Sarawak election, on condition the coalition is independent.

Bersih: IGP should investigate poisoning, not poke fun at it

Bersih: IGP should investigate poisoning, not poke fun at it

Maria Chin is disturbed by careless attitude of Khalid Abu Bakar to contamination of drinks.

PAS must stop breaking up wedded couples

PAS must stop breaking up wedded couples

COMMENT Their 'divorce for deserting PAS' policy violating basic constitutional freedoms.

'PM skipped IACC because delegates think he is corrupt?'

'PM skipped IACC because delegates think he is corrupt?'

Veteran opposition leader wants to know if the forum participants view him as one of the corrupt leaders of the world.

Indonesia scraps bullet train in favour of cheaper option

Indonesia scraps bullet train in favour of cheaper option

A 200kph locomotive would be 30 to 40pct cheaper, says Minister Rizal Ramli.

Iron Lady tells police don't waste time questioning demonstrators

Iron Lady tells police don't waste time questioning demonstrators

UPDATED 12.30PM Stop grilling those who attended rally and focus on issues raised, she tells the authorities.

Utusan fails in appeal against Anwar's defamation suit

Utusan fails in appeal against Anwar's defamation suit

UPDATED 12.15PM   Court of Appeal rules it is bound by a decided case on the issue of quantum.

Rafidah: Criticism of Najib at IACC an embarrassment

Rafidah: Criticism of Najib at IACC an embarrassment

[UPDATED 12.08PM] This the result of the criticisms hurled at PM at the anti-corruption conference, she says.

FT Umno Youth adamant on rally to counter 'Chinese' Bersih

FT Umno Youth adamant on rally to counter 'Chinese' Bersih

Its chief Razlan Rafii also rebuffs IGP, says Bersih is a racial issue.

Malaysia urged to tighten curbs on money-laundering

Malaysia urged to tighten curbs on money-laundering

RM2.6b in Najib’s account raises questions about due diligence on part of banks, says Global Witness.

PAS’ bent on punishing Amanah 'bad news for hudud'

PAS’ bent on punishing Amanah 'bad news for hudud'

Hanipa says the ‘divorce wife if you divorce PAS’ push shows PAS ulama only keen on punishment, not justice.

'Chinese rally' although 100k Malays showed up?

'Chinese rally' although 100k Malays showed up?

YOURSAY ‘All Malaysians irrespective of race are only fighting for justice.’

Forget Dr M, let Najib bring Umno down

Forget Dr M, let Najib bring Umno down

YOURSAY 'Better to suffer greatly for a short period, than to suffer moderately for a long period.'

Asia’s top debater flays DPM’s daughter

Asia’s top debater flays DPM’s daughter

UIAM student wryly notes that only those in power seem to have the right to ‘freedom of speech’.

Gov’t ministers suffer from ‘derma’-titis

Gov’t ministers suffer from ‘derma’-titis

YOURSAY ‘Paul Low, it’s about a change of the PM, not of dismantling the gov’t.’

Salleh, just answer one question - SRC’s RM42m

Salleh, just answer one question - SRC’s RM42m

YOURSAY ‘When are BN and Umno going to accept the fact that their leaders are corrupt?’

KiniTV breaks 100m views within 8 months

KiniTV breaks 100m views within 8 months

The net TV channel also hits highest viewership of 25.1 million video views in August.

Bersih 4 divided us

Bersih 4 divided us

To many, Bersih 4 remains an image of a jubilant crowd coming together in solidarity to fight against corruption and to demand for the ouster of an unpopular prime minister.
Bersih 4 folk did not raise communal issues

Bersih 4 folk did not raise communal issues

Unable to answer the demands of Bersih 4, some Umno leaders are hitting below the belt to accuse Bersih 4 of being a racist event by the Chinese. The huge crowd of people were Malaysians rallying on Malaysian issues such as Clean Elections and Clean Government.
How low will Low go to defend Najib?

How low will Low go to defend Najib?

YOURSAY ‘When you are guilty, you fear even your own shadow.’

French confirm Reunion debris from MH370

French confirm Reunion debris from MH370

Paris prosecutors say piece of wing found on Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean formally identified as part of MAS plane.