Archive - 16 September 2015

Anti-money-laundering body lauds Malaysia

Anti-money-laundering body lauds Malaysia

Paris-based FATF says Malaysia had put in place a ‘robust policy framework’.

Peserta pulang, 3 polis cedera ke hospital

Peserta pulang, 3 polis cedera ke hospital

Katanya, ketiga-tiga mereka telah dibawa ke hospital dan hanya cedera ringan.
Dr M says he’s still clueless about red shirt rally’s aims

Dr M says he’s still clueless about red shirt rally’s aims

‘What is their objective? Even I don’t know. How am I supposed to comment?’

Stop unhealthy racial polarisation, says ex-envoy

Stop unhealthy racial polarisation, says ex-envoy

UPDATED 7.15PM Noor Farida Ariffin says M’sia could become a failed state if this practice continues.

Provocation, racial slurs mar 'red shirts' rally

Provocation, racial slurs mar 'red shirts' rally

Several incidents stain what would have been a peaceful 'Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu' rally in downtown KL.

'ValueCap's funds will soften decline, not trigger boom'

'ValueCap's funds will soften decline, not trigger boom'

Experts say state investment body's RM20bil will only prevent a sharp fall, rather than cause long-term gains.

API in Pontianak reaches over 1,000

API in Pontianak reaches over 1,000

But the local authorities have yet to declare a state of emergency in that province.

Large object seen near island where MH370 debris found

Large object seen near island where MH370 debris found

It was seen by a pilot about 70km from Reunion Island where a flaperon was washed up.

Peace, security of nation my top priority, says Najib

Peace, security of nation my top priority, says Najib

It is not right to organise rallies dominated by one race, with the expressed aim of toppling the government, says PM.

MACC wants justice for Morais' gruesome murder

MACC wants justice for Morais' gruesome murder

The DPP's body was found by police this morning in an oil barrel filled with concrete in Subang Jaya today.

‘Hold more dialogues on agreements with Sabah, S’wak’

‘Hold more dialogues on agreements with Sabah, S’wak’

[UPDATED 4.42PM] Shad Saleem Faruqi says it should be made clear which points are in the constitution.

Economy still on right track, says Treasury sec-gen

Economy still on right track, says Treasury sec-gen

Treasury secretary-general dismisses social media speculations that the country would be bankrupt.

Altantuya case an int'l conspiracy or ignorance conspiracy?

Altantuya case an int'l conspiracy or ignorance conspiracy?

Gelang Patah MP asks if there is a conspiracy to deflect international concerns about the murder.

PM: National unity only meaningful without marginalisation

PM: National unity only meaningful without marginalisation

The government had to adopt an inclusive approach in development and economic growth, says PM.

1MDB detects attempted email spoofing

1MDB detects attempted email spoofing

1MDB says it has thwarted an attempt to fake emails purportedly originating from the company.

If 916 turns 513, who will be Tunku, Razak and Harun?

If 916 turns 513, who will be Tunku, Razak and Harun?

COMMENT When today ends peacefully, let’s celebrate our nation’s coming of age.

Taylor's University not part of red shirt rally

Taylor's University not part of red shirt rally

The bus bearing the varsity's logo, which carried red shirt rally-goers, was contracted to a third party without Taylor's knowlege.
Ahmad Maslan: Padang Merbok tak akan muat hari ini

Ahmad Maslan: Padang Merbok tak akan muat hari ini

Ahmad berkata, sekiranya perhimpunan ini tidak mendapat permit dari pihak berkuasa beliau tidak akan menyertainya.
Don't go soft on racists, Johor sultan tells authorities

Don't go soft on racists, Johor sultan tells authorities

If anyone wants to practice hatred and racism in Johor, please leave Johor immediately, he says.

Ethnic relations have worsened, says Merdeka Centre

Ethnic relations have worsened, says Merdeka Centre

[UPDATED 4.15PM] It discloses survey shows there is increasing pessimism on this, which is worrying for the country.

Zunar wins International Press Freedom Award

Zunar wins International Press Freedom Award

The M'sian is first full-time cartoonist to receive it, lauded for continuing to draw, despite legal harassment.

MP asks UK to query IPIC’s missing US$1.4b

MP asks UK to query IPIC’s missing US$1.4b

Tony Pua says this is because 1MDB appears not at all to be concerned.

Sea of orange at launch of Parti Amanah Negara

Sea of orange at launch of Parti Amanah Negara

[UPDATED 2.43PM] Thousands at convention centre in Shah Alam as its chief Mohamad Sabu launches PAS splinter party.

On being Malaysian

On being Malaysian

When I was a teenager in the early 90s, I was inspired by Vision 2020, the brainchild of Dr Mahathir Mohamad, our longest serving prime minister. So I simply decided I should pursue engineering at the university (given the opportunity) as I saw then that an engineer could contribute significantly to turn Malaysia into a developed country by 2020, as envisaged by the then prime minister.
Razaleigh: How can Malays be under threat?

Razaleigh: How can Malays be under threat?

Federal gov’t, most state gov’ts, civil service, army all dominated by Malays, Umno stalwart points out.

Bukit Rambai new area with unhealthy API reading

Bukit Rambai new area with unhealthy API reading

Cloud seeding operations which began yesterday are set to continue today.

Cops confirm missing DPP found in concrete-filled oil drum

Cops confirm missing DPP found in concrete-filled oil drum

UPDATED 5.10PM The body of Kevin Morais was found in an oil drum in a river behind a school in Subang Jaya.

Ku Li: We’ve been let down over separation of powers

Ku Li: We’ve been let down over separation of powers

[UPDATED 1.03PM] He says the executive has been known to be browbeaten by the head of gov’t.

S'pore revives subsidy plan for haze-related woes

S'pore revives subsidy plan for haze-related woes

It will be available at all polyclinics and Public Health Preparedness Clinics.

MIC: Better to control red rally than to let it run wild

MIC: Better to control red rally than to let it run wild

UPDATED 10.50AM Its chief Dr S Subramaniam says it would be good to do it in a controlled manner.

Five Malaysian pilgrims laid to rest in Makkah

Five Malaysian pilgrims laid to rest in Makkah

Tabung Haji still trying to locate two other missing Malaysia pilgrims.

Ultimately, onus for any incidents on Najib, cabinet

Ultimately, onus for any incidents on Najib, cabinet

COMMENT Why not visit places of interest in Selangor instead today?

From 'pendatang' to 'penumpang', the insults never end

From 'pendatang' to 'penumpang', the insults never end

YOURSAY ‘This is the ultimate insult to MCA. Doesn’t this hurt the dignity of their members?’

Smothered by smog

Smothered by smog

For starters let's get our terminology straight... It’s not HAZE, it's SMOG - thick smothering SMOG!
Altantuya murder mystery not going away anytime soon

Altantuya murder mystery not going away anytime soon

YOURSAY ‘Why did the two accused take such horrible steps to dispose her?’

Sowing seeds of racism in bid to save Najib

Sowing seeds of racism in bid to save Najib

YOURSAY ‘They are taking all this trouble to save one man. But is he worth it?’

The RM155b haze

The RM155b haze

Dare we hope there will be a final solution?
Suhakam: Peaceful assembly a right, but follow law

Suhakam: Peaceful assembly a right, but follow law

Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu participants must respect principles of peaceful assembly, it says.