Archive - 6 October 2015

Thai people send complaint letter to Indonesia over haze

Thai people send complaint letter to Indonesia over haze

The letter, among others, states the haze had started to take its toll on public health.

MACC denies Umno MP investigated

MACC denies Umno MP investigated

News that graftbuster questioned the lawmaker in relation to abuse of power not true, says Shukri. 

Khazanah: GLCs ready to face TPPA challenge

Khazanah: GLCs ready to face TPPA challenge

Azman says Khazanah always stresses that GLCs are a commercial unit that practise good governance. 

Guide book on media laws needed for netizens

Guide book on media laws needed for netizens

This is to prevent netizens with no background as journalists to publish false writings, says prof.

Guan Eng gives police statement over loudspeaker tweet

Guan Eng gives police statement over loudspeaker tweet

His assistant claims the twitter of the chief minister had been falsified.

Policy to encourage whistleblowers to exercise rights

Policy to encourage whistleblowers to exercise rights

To give complainants confidence in coming forward if they find improper conduct, says minister.

Don't sacrifice unity for narrow political goals, warn rulers

Don't sacrifice unity for narrow political goals, warn rulers

Sultans remind politicians to watch their words and deeds on racial and religious matters.

Obey rule of law, sultans remind leaders

Obey rule of law, sultans remind leaders

UPDATED 7.45PM | Rulers Conference also wants justice to be dealt out fairly and transparently.

All schools in Langkawi to close for another day

All schools in Langkawi to close for another day

The choking haze in the district had yet to show any positive improvement.

Najib: Being PM is a huge challenge

Najib: Being PM is a huge challenge

UPDATED 8.35PM | He laments how hard it is to convince people on agreeing with gov't plans.

A rebuttal to Yaakob Sapari on Dash

A rebuttal to Yaakob Sapari on Dash

As a resident living within the ‘stretch of contention’ of the proposed Damansara-Shah Alam Highway (Dash) for over a decade - 12 years to be precise, I was astonished to read about the statements reportedly said by the Kota Anggerik assemblyperson Yaakob Sapari in the The Star news report headlined ‘State government gives the go-ahead for work to begin on Dash’ on Oct 5, 2015.
Rulers want 1MDB probe wrapped up, wrongdoers punished

Rulers want 1MDB probe wrapped up, wrongdoers punished

UPDATED 7.38PM | Failure to give an explanation and satisfactory answers may cause confidence crisis, they warn.

What about morality, Gerakan Youth's RM2m poser for Bersih

What about morality, Gerakan Youth's RM2m poser for Bersih

Tan Keng Liang takes a jab at Bersih for wanting to use excess funds for other activities.

MCA to submit complaint letter against Tajuddin

MCA to submit complaint letter against Tajuddin

Liow says BN must take action over 'slap' Chinese remark in order to maintain unity.

MyEG slapped with penalties for flouting Competition Act

MyEG slapped with penalties for flouting Competition Act

The Malaysia Competition Commission has found the company guilty of abusing its dominant market position.

2015-10-06

2015-10-06

More radiotherapy machines needed at Sarawak GH

More radiotherapy machines needed at Sarawak GH

We received a complaint from citizens regarding the difficulties faced by cancer patients due to the lack of radiotherapy machines at Sarawak General Hospital.
Perkasa wants to vet TPPA text before Parliament

Perkasa wants to vet TPPA text before Parliament

Its economic bureau chief says this is because the TPPA will directly impact bumiputera economy.

Sanusi unperturbed by Umno watch list

Sanusi unperturbed by Umno watch list

UPDATED 7.44PM | Veteran quips he likes lecturing, and has no qualms being asked to explain his actions.

MACC probes Umno MP over abuse of power

MACC probes Umno MP over abuse of power

UPDATED 6.37PM |The lawmaker is probed for allegedly abused his top position in a GLC.

Mustapa has mandate to negotiate TPPA terms, says PM

Mustapa has mandate to negotiate TPPA terms, says PM

He says it is the gov’t’s responsibility to ensure the nation’s interests are safeguarded.

Parliament debate on TPPA useless

Parliament debate on TPPA useless

COMMENT | Only the executive can decide on a trade deal, and the only thing they can say now is yes or no.

Utusan raises Anwar's sodomy case to reduce damages, again

Utusan raises Anwar's sodomy case to reduce damages, again

After Anwar's lawyer interjects, judge tells Utusan's lawyer it can be included in the submission.

Other options being looked at for Penang's rabies outbreak

Other options being looked at for Penang's rabies outbreak

Minister says Veterinary Department will be visiting Penang soon to survey facilities there.

Police yet to record Dr M's statement, says IGP

Police yet to record Dr M's statement, says IGP

Khalid Abu Bakar says an appointment will be fixed soon to meet the former premier.

Najib won't 'commit suicide' by suing Dr M, says analyst

Najib won't 'commit suicide' by suing Dr M, says analyst

PM doesn't have to quit unless if he wants to and there is nothing Mahathir can do, says an analyst.

Ling to discuss PM's legal letter with his lawyer

Ling to discuss PM's legal letter with his lawyer

His wife confirms letter came yesterday and Ling will decide his next move after the discussion.

TPPA has reached a deal, but will M’sia sign it?

TPPA has reached a deal, but will M’sia sign it?

After marathon sessions into late nights and early mornings since Sept 26 this year, the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) deal has finally been struck.
MTV says Malaysian youths *yawn* the most bored

MTV says Malaysian youths *yawn* the most bored

A survey conducted by the entertainment giant says they beat their UK and Singaporean counterparts.

Anina seeks stay on PM's stay bid on her RM2.6b suit

Anina seeks stay on PM's stay bid on her RM2.6b suit

UPDATED 4.40PM | This is for her case against Umno sec-gen on her expulsion to be heard first.

Bersih gives funds breakdown, dares PM to do the same

Bersih gives funds breakdown, dares PM to do the same

UPDATED 3.45PM | It names all donors and adds there was none from the Middle East.

Federal Court orders NSTP to pay Husam RM350,000

Federal Court orders NSTP to pay Husam RM350,000

High Court and Court of Appeal decisions NSTP had defamed the former PAS veep are upheld.

Congestion charge not a priority now, says Spad chief

Congestion charge not a priority now, says Spad chief

UPDATED 4.44PM | The reason is the lack of the necessary public transport infrastructure, says Mohd Azharuddin.

'Upholding draconian colonial law insult to independence'

'Upholding draconian colonial law insult to independence'

The colonial law was used against the independence struggle, but now we use it too, Ghah says.

Holler till doomsday, I don't care, Tajuddin tells MCA Youth

Holler till doomsday, I don't care, Tajuddin tells MCA Youth

UPDATED 3.22PM | Umno leader says he has done nothing wrong, hence there is no reason to apologise.

Ex-MCA chief: Ling sore with Najib over PKFZ charge

Ex-MCA chief: Ling sore with Najib over PKFZ charge

Chua says this is the reason that prompted the ex-MCA boss to urge PM to quit.

Who gains, who loses in the TPPA

Who gains, who loses in the TPPA

The deal sealed yesterday in Atlanta comes after more than five years of talks.

Hisham: Dr M's 'vote Najib out' call not betrayal of Umno

Hisham: Dr M's 'vote Najib out' call not betrayal of Umno

UPDATED 1.51PM | However, Umno veep adds such attacks can damage party and must not be entertained.

What facts does Tajuddin Rahman have?

What facts does Tajuddin Rahman have?

Pasir Salak Member of Parliament Tajuddin Abdul Rahman, who is also the Deputy Agriculture and Agro-based Industries Minister, is the latest to jump on the bandwagon of condemning the Petaling Street visit by China’s Ambassador to Malaysia. He allegedly threatened to slap the Chinese if they continue to complain about the country overseas. What facts does this joker have to insinuate that Chinese traders complained to the Chinese government?
Langkawi among 17 places with unhealthy air as at 11am

Langkawi among 17 places with unhealthy air as at 11am

The Air Pollutant Index reading for Langkawi was 168 as at 11am.

'With Sedition Act fortified, PM can't be seen as reformist'

'With Sedition Act fortified, PM can't be seen as reformist'

Guan Eng says Federal Court ruling today in favour of the act has taken country back to square one.

Hishammuddin: I don't know who 'Umno 7' are

Hishammuddin: I don't know who 'Umno 7' are

UPDATED 1.32PM | The Umno vice-president adds that disciplinary probes within the party a normal affair.

Ringgit continues upward trend against US$ in early trade

Ringgit continues upward trend against US$ in early trade

At 9am, the ringgit was traded at 4.3720/3760 against the greenback.

Nazir: My right to speak up on current affairs

Nazir: My right to speak up on current affairs

UPDATED 1.02PM | Others may find my views unsuitable, but my right to say we need to fix things, the banker says.

The Walk of a Lifetime

The Walk of a Lifetime

Most of us are happy to just let the days go by with nary a care for our fellow human beings. As long as troubles do not affect us, we don’t seem to worry about our fellow man. Most of us anyway.
Experts: Before congestion charge, improve public transport first

Experts: Before congestion charge, improve public transport first

FOCUS | Improve public transport in Klang Valley before adding to costs of motorists, three experts argue.

PAS still upset over Najib-Netanyahu handshake

PAS still upset over Najib-Netanyahu handshake

It says Najib's explanation that it was 'impromptu' doesn't change the fact that it was a betrayal.

Guan Eng: DAP will back no-confidence move

Guan Eng: DAP will back no-confidence move

He says the motion is very important and need to be filed by the opposition leader.

Black 505 rally – lawyer says Nik Nazmi can't be charged again

Black 505 rally – lawyer says Nik Nazmi can't be charged again

UPDATED 1.15PM | His lawyer points out that his client cannot be charged again after being acquitted earlier.

DAP MP, rep nabbed for trying to stop eviction

DAP MP, rep nabbed for trying to stop eviction

UPDATED 11.40PM | Anthony Loke says he was released at 8pm, after being detained for 12 hours.

Best wait for no-confidence move from BN dissidents

Best wait for no-confidence move from BN dissidents

COMMENT | The arithmetic and tribal psychology are against its success.

Bid to challenge S’wak seat redelineation to be heard Oct 13

Bid to challenge S’wak seat redelineation to be heard Oct 13

UPDATED 11.49PM | Federal Court fixes this date for See Chee How’s challenge to Election Commission.

Groups: Access to medicine will be worse under TPPA

Groups: Access to medicine will be worse under TPPA

The negative impact on public health will be enormous, says Doctors Without Borders.

TPPA final deal trades health away

TPPA final deal trades health away

MP SPEAKS | It is clear that the deal will obstruct access to life-saving generic medicine.

Urgent need for Transboundary Haze Pollution Act

Urgent need for Transboundary Haze Pollution Act

The haze situation is getting from bad to worse. Already the Education Ministry has been forced to announce closure of schools for the second successive week. Many outdoor activities including the Standard Chartered KL Marathon were also forced to be cancelled due to the deteriorating air quality condition.
1948 Sedition Act is valid, Federal Court rules

1948 Sedition Act is valid, Federal Court rules

UPDATED 1.48PM | Intention of framers of constitution is to ensure the law remains valid and enforceable, it rules.

What will be the status of Syrian refugees in M’sia?

What will be the status of Syrian refugees in M’sia?

It is very clear, with the tremendous amount of conflict in Syria, with thousands of them fleeing around the world for their lives, we certainly welcome the announcement of our prime minister in accepting 3,000 refugees from Syria over the next three years, but the question arises as to what will be their status in Malaysia? What are the protective mechanisms in place for them? Will they be given preferential treatment like the Bosnian refugees in the 1990s?
Has Najib fulfilled his promises to protect us under TPPA?

Has Najib fulfilled his promises to protect us under TPPA?

MP SPEAKS | The opposition will ensure sufficient time in Parliament to scrutinise and deliberate the deal.

‘Safe passage’ for Najib when the RM rings hollow?

‘Safe passage’ for Najib when the RM rings hollow?

COMMENT | When things get worse, it will only be even harder to forgive the crime.

Student group worries about gov’t handling of TPPA

Student group worries about gov’t handling of TPPA

PKPIM is not happy with the answers minister has given on Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement.

And now they are targeting migrants in Chinatown

And now they are targeting migrants in Chinatown

YOURSAY | ‘Why only investigate the large number of foreigners doing business there?’

The Pope an exemplar of special grace

The Pope an exemplar of special grace

Real meaning of a new transformative model.
Post-Bersih 4, no sleeping easy!

Post-Bersih 4, no sleeping easy!

Maria Chin and Noor Farida give their views.
A few good men in the civil service

A few good men in the civil service

YOURSAY l ‘They have spoken out fearlessly in defence of their colleagues.’

Fear stalks Sarawak's new voters

Fear stalks Sarawak's new voters

COMMENT | They’ll have to learn there can be a difference - if they vote for their future.

Perhaps it’s time to call in the API coconut-man

Perhaps it’s time to call in the API coconut-man

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia has so many things to hide - from 1MDB to pollutant index.’

Is 'safe passage' for Najib to save M'sia or Umno?

Is 'safe passage' for Najib to save M'sia or Umno?

YOURSAY | 'So if the next PM does the same, do we give yet another safe passage?'

API readings fudged? Let's compare with S'pore, Thailand

API readings fudged? Let's compare with S'pore, Thailand

COMMENT | Clearing the air on API readings through correlation with similar data in neighbouring countries.

Ling ups the ante in Najib’s RM2.6b gambit

Ling ups the ante in Najib’s RM2.6b gambit

YOURSAY | ‘Ex-MCA chief has stated publicly that Najib helped himself to public funds.’

Minister: Malaysia’s TPPA concerns, sensitivities considered

Minister: Malaysia’s TPPA concerns, sensitivities considered

Elements of flexibility have also been accorded to Malaysia, says Mustapa Mohamed.