Archive - 23 September 2015

Several areas in KL, Gombak hit by pumping failure

Several areas in KL, Gombak hit by pumping failure

Syabas says so far, pumping operations had begun at 50 percent.

Flash floods hit several areas in Penang

Flash floods hit several areas in Penang

Many people were caught in the morning traffic snarls on their way to work.

Family yet to claim remains of Kevin Morais

Family yet to claim remains of Kevin Morais

Family representatives could not confirm when the body would be claimed.

Drop charge on balloon woman, Bar tells AG's Chambers

Drop charge on balloon woman, Bar tells AG's Chambers

There is nothing insidious about yellow balloons with ‘democracy’, ‘free media’ and ‘justice’, it says.

Najib: Unite for sake of Islam and future of Muslims

Najib: Unite for sake of Islam and future of Muslims

Partisanship, says the premier, would only weaken the unity of Muslims.

Another suspect in Morais murder case remanded

Another suspect in Morais murder case remanded

So far, 11 suspects have been arrested in the high-profile murder case.

Investors harbour doubts over stock market rescue plan

Investors harbour doubts over stock market rescue plan

Questions of propriety are raised over the idea of a fund picking stocks to support.

Kidex still in RTPJ2? What went wrong?

Kidex still in RTPJ2? What went wrong?

The Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (Kidex Skyway) has been cancelled. Matter closed. Menteri besar cancels Kidex. Kidex will not be in the Petaling Jaya Structural Plans (RTPJ 2) or Selangor State Structural Plan 2035. Umno’s draft enactment to introduce Kidex for approval in the Selangor state assembly was defeated, selangor sultan urges public transportation. Victory for all the people of Selangor, particularly Petaling Jaya city residents.
PSM out of Pakatan Harapan due to past issues

PSM out of Pakatan Harapan due to past issues

UPDATED 8.15PM It disagreed with Pakatan Rakyat’s Common Policy Framework, says DAP’s Ong.

Fat and laden with toxins

Fat and laden with toxins

Are there solutions to these modern life hazards?

Vape off, smokers!

Vape off, smokers!

I refer to Astro Awani’ s article ‘Vape liquid is dangerous’ (Sept 19, 2015).
Annuar Musa: I was showing love for my race, not racism

Annuar Musa: I was showing love for my race, not racism

UPDATED 8.12PM 'If people want to say I'm a racist because I'm a staunch Malay, then yes I admit...'

PM told red shirts to avoid Petaling Street, racial incitement

PM told red shirts to avoid Petaling Street, racial incitement

UPDATED 7.36PM Annuar Musa, who is the red-shirts adviser, says Najib insisted the rally follow the law.

August inflation exceeds expectations, up 3.1pct y-o-y

August inflation exceeds expectations, up 3.1pct y-o-y

KINIBIZ Cumulative CPI for the first eight months in 2015 therefore come in at 1.9pct.

HLIB: Ringgit to hit 3.55-4.20 level against US$ in 4Q

HLIB: Ringgit to hit 3.55-4.20 level against US$ in 4Q

It says this is due to the recent dovish Federal Open Market Committee statement.

Khairuddin held under Sosma for 'sabotage' after release

Khairuddin held under Sosma for 'sabotage' after release

UPDATED 9.40PM Umno man's reports against 1MDB abroad is seen as attempt to sabotage economy and sovereignty.

Utusan ordered to pay RM300k to ex-PKNS GM

Utusan ordered to pay RM300k to ex-PKNS GM

In his judgment, O’hara said that there was malice committed by the defendant.

Three Guatemala judges held on graft charges

Three Guatemala judges held on graft charges

The La Linea case forced Perez Molina to step down from the presidency.

Chua slams Liow for failing to transform MCA

Chua slams Liow for failing to transform MCA

UPDATED 7.30PM He says Liow only loves having his pictures taken, which would appear in an English newspaper.

Immigration nabs Pua during lunch in Miri, to be deported

Immigration nabs Pua during lunch in Miri, to be deported

UPDATED 5.15PM He was picked up despite being cleared by the immigration this morning.

Khairy: Le Tour de Langkawi may need another sponsor

Khairy: Le Tour de Langkawi may need another sponsor

Current organiser won't be able to manage the tour due to drop in the value of ringgit, says minister.

Making all castes equal can curb crime

Making all castes equal can curb crime

Dr Ismail Abdul Rahman was a great leader who made Malaysia a better nation. He was courageous and said, “MIC is neither dead nor alive”. We can add PPP today. These two parties have failed to be honest about the most important issue, ie crime and social conflicts due to caste discrimination.
Probe how Dr M's sons made big bucks, say BN supporters

Probe how Dr M's sons made big bucks, say BN supporters

UPDATED 4.27PM MACC and police must probe how Mokhzani and Mirzan made millions in a short period.

Jamal warns of riot at Petaling Street if authorities don't act

Jamal warns of riot at Petaling Street if authorities don't act

Umno man says if no action is taken by Friday, he is '99 percent' certain a rally will take place.

What Sarawak can do with education autonomy

What Sarawak can do with education autonomy

The federal government should return the power of autonomy to Sarawak in respect to education as a matter of principle.
Stop animal cruelty, Guan Eng

Stop animal cruelty, Guan Eng

The Penang state government under the leadership of Lim Guan Eng is facing flak over the culling of stray dogs in the state in the wake of rabies outbreak in the state. While the world is increasing aware of and condemning animal cruelty, Lim decides on rapid killings of dogs without considering other preventive measures.
After Khalid, is Azmin next to go?

After Khalid, is Azmin next to go?

From day one, the mere idea of Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail heading the opposition coalition was a bad idea. I never supported that notion because she is no leader. Only the foolish could not see Azizah as a puppet. She has absolutely no quality besides crying. The opposition pack is in disarray presently and Azizah has to harbour the blame because she has failed as the captain.
'Replacing jail time with community service never done before'

'Replacing jail time with community service never done before'

Senior lawyer says Khir Toyo’s proposal to give free dental care to the poor in lieu of jail is a first.

PM gets trial stay for Harakah lawsuit over stepson report

PM gets trial stay for Harakah lawsuit over stepson report

Najib is suing the PAS mouthpiece over a report on his stepson Riza Aziz and 1MDB.

Abim rejects racism, bigotry has no place in Islam

Abim rejects racism, bigotry has no place in Islam

The Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (Abim) wishes to share the deep concerns raised by Malaysian Chinese Muslims Association’s (Macma) president, Prof Dr Taufiq Yap Yun Hin involving the spectre of racism brought about by a trifling group of Malays instilling hatred against others. Prof Taufiq stressed on the crucial role of Malay Muslims in portraying the best example and paragon of excellence to all in this nation of ours.
Red shirt leader lodges report denying 'attempted rape'

Red shirt leader lodges report denying 'attempted rape'

UPDATED 7.38PM The Umno leader denies claims in cyberspace that he had attempted to rape an actress.

As Najib struggles in graft scandal, Umno plays race card

As Najib struggles in graft scandal, Umno plays race card

Sophie Lemière, an expert, says Najib needs these groups to make it seem he’s strong.

After yellow and red, a blue bicycle rally for peace

After yellow and red, a blue bicycle rally for peace

The rally by Otai Reformasi will be in KL and may pass Sg Buloh prison in solidarity with Anwar.

Unhealthy API readings drops from six areas to four

Unhealthy API readings drops from six areas to four

The four areas are Tawau, Sabah (120), Kuching (150), Sri Aman (127) and Samarahan (167).

Challenges Pakatan Harapan can expect to face

Challenges Pakatan Harapan can expect to face

COMMENT These will be considerable in facing BN at GE14 - but there are also opportunities to grasp.

Boycott looms over MCA meet on 'cut ties with PM' stand

Boycott looms over MCA meet on 'cut ties with PM' stand

More MCA Youth wings mull making a similar stand to break ties with Najib.

Pakatan Harapan, make haste, deliberatively

Pakatan Harapan, make haste, deliberatively

COMMENT It has moved swiftly, but certainty of objective just an important.

MP: IGP’s justification for Khairuddin arrest laughable

MP: IGP’s justification for Khairuddin arrest laughable

Mahfuz says IGP failed to explain what law Khairuddin broke, but is raising 'foreign intervention' bogey.

1MDB to PAC No 2: Tell Jr not to piggyback on unfounded claims

1MDB to PAC No 2: Tell Jr not to piggyback on unfounded claims

Firm says Dr Seng Giaw must prescribe the same medicine for Tony Pua regarding unproven allegations.

'Hudud in Malaysia will not do justice to syariah'

'Hudud in Malaysia will not do justice to syariah'

Hudud can be implemented when all state institutions are in line with syariah law, says lawyer Syahredzan Johan.

Yellow balloon woman pleads not guilty

Yellow balloon woman pleads not guilty

UPDATED 1.20PM Bilqis Hijjas charged with ‘insulting behaviour’ for dropping balloons on PM Najib and wife in KL mall.

Cops yet to receive application for Petaling Street rally

Cops yet to receive application for Petaling Street rally

UPDATED 12.42PM Like DBKL, police also in the dark over the purpose of the rally.

What is Amanah's status in Selangor?

What is Amanah's status in Selangor?

Gerakan Youth wants to know the status of two assemblypersons who defected from PAS to Amanah.
Police will question Dr M 'if necessary'

Police will question Dr M 'if necessary'

UPDATED 12.10PM DIGP says while Dr M is under probe for his Bersih 4 appearance, there is no need yet to question him.

The Edge saga continues as AG files appeal

The Edge saga continues as AG files appeal

UPDATED 12.30PM AG also applies for a stay on court decision that quashed ministry's suspension order.

US yet to contact M'sian police on Najib grand jury probe

US yet to contact M'sian police on Najib grand jury probe

UPDATED 12.13PM Police also not certain about probe in the US, as information is based on a media report.

Johor denies secession from Malaysia rumour

Johor denies secession from Malaysia rumour

Difficult for Johor to leave Malaysia because process is long and cumbersome, says state secretary.

MCA urged to take clear stand on core issues of concern

MCA urged to take clear stand on core issues of concern

But, asks former veep Gan Peng Sieu, will this be done, as the grassroots remain confused on core issues.

US probes Najib but never Mahathir, Kadir notes

US probes Najib but never Mahathir, Kadir notes

The first time in history a PM becomes a suspect in another country, veteran newsman says.

Health DG says ministry is looking into Anwar’s health

Health DG says ministry is looking into Anwar’s health

Anwar’s family plans to file a complaint against the Health Ministry.

Until blood drips from the keris, you’re not a racist...

Until blood drips from the keris, you’re not a racist...

YOURSAY ‘(According to Najib) to be called a racist, one has to carry a bloody keris.’

Najib, tell us who's insulting the Malays?

Najib, tell us who's insulting the Malays?

YOURSAY ‘The PM is using the Chinese as a convenient bogeyman to divert attention from his woes.’

So what if Najib is sent to prison in the US?

So what if Najib is sent to prison in the US?

COMMENT Our life as a nation has to go on, even if our country’s reputation is marred by one man.

Mara snubbing Taylor’s yet another harebrained idea

Mara snubbing Taylor’s yet another harebrained idea

YOURSAY ‘This is another example of how Umno is failing poor Malays.’

'Small change in constitution confused nation on Islam'

'Small change in constitution confused nation on Islam'

This was the swapping of terms 'Muslim law' and 'Muslim courts' to 'Islamic law' and 'syariah courts', lawyer tells forum.

It’s official, Malaysia is a kleptocracy

It’s official, Malaysia is a kleptocracy

YOURSAY ‘How dare these Yanks belittle our dear leader? Just who do they think they are?’

Will red shirts now burn Obama effigy at US embassy?

Will red shirts now burn Obama effigy at US embassy?

YOURSAY ‘Now, who is damaging the dignity of the Malays?’

'Formation of an Islamic state is unattainable'

'Formation of an Islamic state is unattainable'

Such a state was modelled by Prophet Muhammad - but there are no prophets today to do this, says researcher.

Anwar factor in Pakatan Harapan excites analysts

Anwar factor in Pakatan Harapan excites analysts

However, the coalition has a long way to go to gain the confidence of voters, says Merdeka Center.