Archive - 21 September 2015

PAS: Talk on alliance with DAP, Amanah unacceptable

PAS: Talk on alliance with DAP, Amanah unacceptable

Its vice-president says this is the decision, given the current situation and development.

Zeti: M’sia not experiencing capital flight

Zeti: M’sia not experiencing capital flight

She says capital outflow largely due to domestic and GLCs diversifying their offshore investments.

Reject the racism and violence on Sept 16

Reject the racism and violence on Sept 16

COMMENT The Malaysian Bar is dismayed the PM has defended the rally against criticism that it was racist.

MCA: No action against ‘defiant child’ for cutting ties with Najib

MCA: No action against ‘defiant child’ for cutting ties with Najib

Sec-gen says party will not censure the Pasir Gudang Youth wing.

Animal activist fainted when pleading for Penang to stop culling dogs

Animal activist fainted when pleading for Penang to stop culling dogs

They say mass killing is not the only way nor the best approach to deal with the rabies outbreak.

Malaysian economy not facing crisis, says Idris Jala

Malaysian economy not facing crisis, says Idris Jala

He says experts believe the country’s economy was facing uncertainties.

Umany to PM: Stop daydreaming BN has students’ support

Umany to PM: Stop daydreaming BN has students’ support

The UM group reminds Najib that those critical of BN rule snubbed campus polls.

Salleh: Why didn't Dr M sue ex-WSJ editor?

Salleh: Why didn't Dr M sue ex-WSJ editor?

Minister asks how come Mahathir did not sue Barry Wain for claiming ex-PM squandered RM100 billion.

Save country, set aside differences, Anwar urges opposition

Save country, set aside differences, Anwar urges opposition

In roundtable gathering tomorrow, he tells them to work together to form a viable alternative to current gov’t.

Bankruptcy order against Lenggeng rep set aside

Bankruptcy order against Lenggeng rep set aside

This follows the settlement of the balance of the loan of RM400,000.

If you can accept communism, why not Islam? Hadi asks non-Muslims

If you can accept communism, why not Islam? Hadi asks non-Muslims

PAS president says people should give PAS a chance and give Umno a rest.

MCA to hold special meet on yellow, red rallies

MCA to hold special meet on yellow, red rallies

Come Thursday, the party will make a stand on both Bersih 4 and Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu.

Another suspect detained over Kevin Morais case

Another suspect detained over Kevin Morais case

M Vishwanath, 25 was detained in Padang Serai, Kedah, last night.

'Low Yat 2' will open very soon, says Ismail Sabri

'Low Yat 2' will open very soon, says Ismail Sabri

UPDATED 9.16PM He says this after inspecting renovation work on the all-Malay IT centre at Menara Mara.

Sarawak the first state to recognise the UEC

Sarawak the first state to recognise the UEC

UPDATED 6.47PM Graduates of Chinese independent schools can now enter public service and Unimas.

PKR will not get East Malaysian MPs, says Umno

PKR will not get East Malaysian MPs, says Umno

Shamsul Anuar Nasarah says these MPs are not easily swayed by the opposition.

China to rehearse new rocket for final lunar mission

China to rehearse new rocket for final lunar mission

The Long March-5 carrier rocket is set to make its first trial flight in 2016.

Pua’s statement on Syabas not defamatory, rules Federal Court

Pua’s statement on Syabas not defamatory, rules Federal Court

UPDATED 10.30PM It upholds Appeals Court decision that MP’s comment against water concessionaire is justified.

New regiment takes over search for missing Orang Asli pupils

New regiment takes over search for missing Orang Asli pupils

The previous regiment has been given a rest after looking for the seven for the past 26 days.

Pesaka jabs 'DAP tool' Pak Samad over 'insult'

Pesaka jabs 'DAP tool' Pak Samad over 'insult'

UPDATED 6.14PM Megat Zulkarnain calls him a 'DAP tool' for belittling the keris as a means to defend gov't.

Zeti: Public have right to know probe results

Zeti: Public have right to know probe results

KINIBIZ ‘In this day and age, there is no place anywhere that people can hide.’

After red shirts bus boo-boo, now Mara snubs Taylor's Uni

After red shirts bus boo-boo, now Mara snubs Taylor's Uni

UPDATED 8.54PM Minister says gov't will stop sponsoring students to Taylor's 'for a host of reasons'.

Family to claim Morais’ remains on Wednesday

Family to claim Morais’ remains on Wednesday

The remains would be taken to Nirvana Memorial Park at about 10.30am.

All, including red shirts, welcome to PAS H60K rally

All, including red shirts, welcome to PAS H60K rally

Those urging a transparent gov't, against corruption and racism in the country, are welcome, says PAS.

Butt out, MCA Youth tells Pahang Umno Youth

Butt out, MCA Youth tells Pahang Umno Youth

Secretary-general tells Pahang Umno Youth to focus on problems in Umno and not to interfere in MCA matters.

Oct 13 mention date for ex-model Persana Avril

Oct 13 mention date for ex-model Persana Avril

Last Aug 10, the court ruled that she was fit to stand trial based on her mental health report.

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CM ticks off Teng for politicising dog culling issue

CM ticks off Teng for politicising dog culling issue

Guan Eng says the culling decision was based on advice by experts.

Good air quality in Malaysia

Good air quality in Malaysia

Seventeen areas recorded healthy air, and none with unhealthy API reading.

Singapore police arrest man on track during F1 GP

Singapore police arrest man on track during F1 GP

The man, dressed in T-shirt and shorts, was seen walking along the side of the circuit.

Ringgit opens easier against US dollar

Ringgit opens easier against US dollar

At 9.22am, the local currency opened softer against the greenback at 4.2410/2500.

Staff need to sacrifice for MAS' success, says don

Staff need to sacrifice for MAS' success, says don

MAS' fate not only depends on its new management but also on the sacrifices of the staff it has retained, says an academic.

Whither now, Malaysia?

Whither now, Malaysia?

The seeds of disunity, disinformation, and distrust have been sown in Malaysia. In the midst of economic problems and despair, there is always hope that our nation can ride the storms that beset us. For that, Malaysia needs a firm leader with wisdom and foresight.
1MDB launches Pulau Indah land sale process

1MDB launches Pulau Indah land sale process

1MDB has started the land sale tender process for its 128.7 hectares in Pulau Indah.

Umno man: MCA vocal on Sept 16, silent on Chinese at Bersih 4

Umno man: MCA vocal on Sept 16, silent on Chinese at Bersih 4

Don't jump the gun and seek explanation through proper channels, says Syed Ali.

Knowledge, power and leadership

Knowledge, power and leadership

Instead of providing moral leadership that Malaysians are looking for, our present leaders seem focussed on retaining power that is poisoned by collective bad faith and polluted by unfretted greed. When the prime minister blatantly exploits racial sentiments then it is clear that he has little to offer and is ready to play with fire to sustain his position.
We are one community whatever colour we wear

We are one community whatever colour we wear

I was on duty at Padang Merbuk where the Himpunan Rakyat Bersatu rally was going to be held. It was 10am and the rally was scheduled to start at 2pm. As I waited there, I prayed: “God, bless Malaysia. We are celebrating our National Day.”
My 'Two Nights in Jinjang' as a 'political detainee'

My 'Two Nights in Jinjang' as a 'political detainee'

‘Two Nights in Jinjang’ (read together with the background music of ‘One Night In Beijing’), only to find out that the Jinjang experience is not as pleasant as the song sang by Taiwanese band Shin.
High Court tells Najib to file defence against Anina's suit

High Court tells Najib to file defence against Anina's suit

UPDATED 3.10PM Court also asks Najib to file affidavit in response to her application for injunction to freeze his assets.

‘PAS more bent on attacking Amanah than Umno’

‘PAS more bent on attacking Amanah than Umno’

Khalid Samad notes Hadi himself no stranger to treachery, and will likely blame Amanah when it snubs Pakatan 2.0.

It is not a breeze to run a store at Petaling Street

It is not a breeze to run a store at Petaling Street

As a Chinese Malaysian, it is rather difficult for me to write this piece. But I want to do it anyway because I care for the future of this country. I think the race baiting is getting out of hand.
Johor MCA Youth: PM's praise for red shirts inappropriate

Johor MCA Youth: PM's praise for red shirts inappropriate

It goes against the moderate stand and 1Malaysia ideology he had advocated, it contends.

Nepali worker acquitted of abortion charge

Nepali worker acquitted of abortion charge

UPDATED 12.25 PM Nirmala Thapa is acquitted and discharged by Sessions Court judge M Vijayalaksmi.

Sad there’s a price to pay for being principled

Sad there’s a price to pay for being principled

YOURSAY 'However, retired judge Hishamudin has the deep respect of all right-thinking M’sians.'

High Court quashes decision to suspend The Edge

High Court quashes decision to suspend The Edge

UPDATED 5PM Justice Asmabi orders the damages suffered by the two publications to be assessed.

Blogger: PM should quit if he fears stepping out of M’sia

Blogger: PM should quit if he fears stepping out of M’sia

Probes on 1MDB ongoing overseas, for Najib to be arrested there is possible, says Shahbudin Husin.

Look into humane ways to handle rabies outbreak

Look into humane ways to handle rabies outbreak

According to a World Health Organisation (WHO) report, about half the world population is said to be living in territories or countries where rabies is prevalent. Annually about 50,000 people are said to have died due to rabies infection in these countries. The rabies virus, like many other pathogenic viruses, is a threat to human civilisation.
How un-Malaysian 916 was

How un-Malaysian 916 was

Sept 16 should be the single most crucial day for every Malaysian, it is supposed to be a day to commemorate the formation of the Federation of Malaysia. Don’t get me wrong, Aug 31 is important, we declared ourselves as a sovereign nation and broke free from British rule on that day. But Malaysia Day is the day when we formed the profound kinship with Sabah and Sarawak as a nation that embodies the spirit of unison and acceptance.
'Malays okay with cows, so too Chinese with pigs'

'Malays okay with cows, so too Chinese with pigs'

Red shirt frontman Jamal regurgitates gastronomic gusto in defence of his 'Cina babi' justifications.

I'm a constitutional racist, says Jamal

I'm a constitutional racist, says Jamal

We are not asking for more, we are just defending our rights, argues Umno man.

Analysis of racial mood post-red shirts missing subtle signs

Analysis of racial mood post-red shirts missing subtle signs

COMMENT UKM's reading of no deterioration in racial ties glossing over telltale signs.

On preserving Malaysia’s judicial independence

On preserving Malaysia’s judicial independence

COMMENT To me, Trowell has put together all the pieces of the jigsaw puzzle.

PKR roasted in London

PKR roasted in London

If the voters are lost, BN will have a walkover.
Umno’s red terror gambit

Umno’s red terror gambit

COMMENT Najib is releasing his version of the ‘red guards’ to intimidate and terrorise.

'Cabinet should ask Suhakam on red shirt rally'

'Cabinet should ask Suhakam on red shirt rally'

‘The cabinet should not be like the proverbial frogs in the well,’ says Kit Siang.

Ali Rustam and the prolonged May 13 trauma

Ali Rustam and the prolonged May 13 trauma

COMMENT Suffice to say, it is easier to mislead the ignorant than those who know.

MP: Deloitte must lodge report against 1MDB if misled

MP: Deloitte must lodge report against 1MDB if misled

UPDATED 10.39AM Tony Pua asks if the audit firm has been negligent or wilfully looking the other way over WSJ revelations.

You need us more, Umno tells MCA Youth division

You need us more, Umno tells MCA Youth division

Pasir Gudang Umno Youth slams its MCA counterpart for saying it’s cutting ties with PM.

Even police reports can topple the gov’t

Even police reports can topple the gov’t

YOURSAY 'How can lodging report on 1MDB misdeeds be taken as attempt to 'topple the gov’t'?'

Umno deliberately not seeing forest for the trees

Umno deliberately not seeing forest for the trees

YOURSAY ‘So the burning of effigies of opposition leaders is considered okay?’

IGP: Police not Najib tool, Khairuddin broke the law

IGP: Police not Najib tool, Khairuddin broke the law

Khalid says the Umno man was nabbed for trying to pile international pressure on Malaysia.