Archive - 8 October 2015

Zahid heads list of 760 Malacca award recipients

Zahid heads list of 760 Malacca award recipients

He will be conferred Malacca's highest award, which carries the title 'Datuk Seri Utama'.
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Lawyers decry Sosma arrest at vigil for Chang

Lawyers decry Sosma arrest at vigil for Chang

Bar president Steven Thiru says attacks on lawyers are 'an attack against the Bar'.
10y ago
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1MDB repeats ‘debt-laden’ label is misleading

1MDB repeats ‘debt-laden’ label is misleading

It reiterates its assets are more than its liabilities, which critics already know.
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MCA still backs Najib, despite problems, says Ka Siong

MCA still backs Najib, despite problems, says Ka Siong

He was commenting on criticisms against PM by former president Ling Liong Sik.
10y ago
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Top debater slams PM as a ‘national disgrace’

Top debater slams PM as a ‘national disgrace’

The region's top debater wants to know how much more Malaysians can take from their PM.
10y ago
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DPM: Nobody should push to hasten or delay 1MDB probe

DPM: Nobody should push to hasten or delay 1MDB probe

UPDATED 8PM | Ahmad Zahid says all investigations must be guided by law.
10y ago
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Fifa suspends Blatter, Platini for 90 days

Fifa suspends Blatter, Platini for 90 days

The committee also handed out a 90-day suspension to Fifa SG Jerome Valcke.
10y ago
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Najib's appeal against Harakah's defence on Nov 13

Najib's appeal against Harakah's defence on Nov 13

Court of Appeal will hear PM's appeal to strike out certain portions of Harakah's defence.
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Bar Council outraged over Chang's Sosma arrest

Bar Council outraged over Chang's Sosma arrest

President says it is 'absolutely appalled' that a lawyer is being treated this way.
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Halt Kepong project’s development until queries answered

Halt Kepong project’s development until queries answered

The Federal Territories minister and Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) should halt the high-density development in Taman Metropolitan Kepong until all questions are answered
10y ago
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Coward! Matthias blasts Najib, goes on hunger strike

Coward! Matthias blasts Najib, goes on hunger strike

UPDATED 6.55PM | Lawyer says his detention is aimed at stemming the 'legitimate rebellion' against 'tyranny and corruption'.
10y ago
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Legal eagles swoop down on Dang Wangi in vigil for Chang

Legal eagles swoop down on Dang Wangi in vigil for Chang

UPDATED 8.04PM | Vigil to uphold independence of the Bar, after lawyer Matthias Chang's arrest under Sosma.
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On Sosma, Suaram wants solidarity against gov't impunity

On Sosma, Suaram wants solidarity against gov't impunity

It says desperation of the government and police makes it clear they are willing to ignore laws.
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Report: Gov’ts that kill for drugs are an extreme fringe

Report: Gov’ts that kill for drugs are an extreme fringe

The number of people executed for drug-related offences remains high at an estimated 550 people per year but only because a small number of countries who account for the majority of those deaths - China, Iran and Saudi Arabia - are aggressive executioners, according to a new report released today by Harm Reduction International (HRI).
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Is the VEP system stillborn?

Is the VEP system stillborn?

Yesterday, Oct 7, 2015, it was reported that the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system which was supposed to be implemented by end of the year has now been deferred, with no new date being set.
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Activist nabbed over posting on Khairuddin, lawyer

Activist nabbed over posting on Khairuddin, lawyer

He tweeted on Johor lawyer Kamal Hisham Jaafar and 1MDB critic Khairuddin Abu Hassan.
10y ago
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Another knockout for Ali

Another knockout for Ali

That infamous Ali Tinju arrogantly warned that some parts of Malacca will not be safe this Saturday as he is planning to lead a protest there against some Chinese gangsters’ alleged intimidation of a handful of Immigration Department officers.
10y ago
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Rafidah says two kinds of haze over Malaysia

Rafidah says two kinds of haze over Malaysia

UPDATED 7.03PM | She remains hazy on details but says one haze will go off sooner than expected.
10y ago
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He who dares is right

He who dares is right

On Oct 3, former MCA chief Ling Liong Sik was reported to have joined the insistent-but-stubbornly-ignored urging for Najib Abdul Razak to make himself scarce for having stolen public funds. The implied sum is, as we all know, US$681 million plus RM42 million. Or, the celebrated RM2縷6 billion.
10y ago
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S'pore diplomat Bilahari slammed for 'crude remarks'

S'pore diplomat Bilahari slammed for 'crude remarks'

He does not realise how far Malaysia has moved forward in race relations, says DCM II P Ramasamy.
10y ago
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FreedomFilmFest in Penang from Oct 16 to 18

FreedomFilmFest in Penang from Oct 16 to 18

The annual FreedomFilmFest is back for its 13th year and is launching its campaign to promote human rights through films. The theme for 2015 is ‘Unseen, Unheard, Untold’, representing the unravelling of the many sides to a story that have yet to be seen, heard or told.
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Rafidah: Don't politicise TPPA, it's all good

Rafidah: Don't politicise TPPA, it's all good

UPDATED 5.30PM | Ex-trade and international minister says just-concluded agreement will be beneficial for country.
10y ago
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AG clears 1MDB despite Bank Negara review call

AG clears 1MDB despite Bank Negara review call

UPDATED 5.08PM | Central Bank wanted 'no action' decision reviewed, but AG's Chambers maintains stand that no offence was committed.
10y ago
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1MDB task force not disbanded, says AG's Chambers

1MDB task force not disbanded, says AG's Chambers

UPDATED 4.23PM | Probe conducted by respective agencies were never halted or hindered.
10y ago
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Syariah transgender law against cross-dressing still legal

Syariah transgender law against cross-dressing still legal

UPDATED 5.15PM | On technicality, the Federal Court sets aside High Court, Court of Appeal decisions.
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Indonesia asks four countries for help to fight fires

Indonesia asks four countries for help to fight fires

Jokowi has asked Singapore, Russia, Malaysia and Japan for help to put out fires.
10y ago
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Pahang gov’t dithers on mining halt despite mercury pollution

Pahang gov’t dithers on mining halt despite mercury pollution

Exceeding levels of metals including mercury, copper and lead found in waters near Kuantan.
10y ago
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Anwar's previous convictions ruled out in deciding damages​​

Anwar's previous convictions ruled out in deciding damages​​

UPDATED 4.35PM | Court says these will not factor in deciding damages to be awarded in Utusan suit.
10y ago
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Bersih: Two ways to move no-confidence vote against PM

Bersih: Two ways to move no-confidence vote against PM

UPDATED 4PM | Electoral watchdog says one way is through the upcoming tabling of next year's budget.
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Bersih launches 'PM no confidence vote' postcard campaign

Bersih launches 'PM no confidence vote' postcard campaign

UPDATED 3.45PM | A digital version of the campaign is also launched for a wider reach.
10y ago
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Khairuddin's lawyer zapped under Sosma, too

Khairuddin's lawyer zapped under Sosma, too

UPDATED 3.36PM | He is arrested at Dang Wangi police headquarters this afternoon, while visiting Khairuddin.

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Three charged with assaulting immigration officer on duty

Three charged with assaulting immigration officer on duty

Three men plead not guilty to a charge of assaulting an Immigration officer at Melaka Raya.
10y ago
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KJ: Youth votes can go either way, no party's safe

KJ: Youth votes can go either way, no party's safe

UPDATED 3.54PM | Most are first-time voters and are not ready to decide which side they're on, says BN Youth chief.
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Rafizi doesn't seem to get it at all!

Rafizi doesn't seem to get it at all!

COMMENT | There's a big difference between being inclusive and being indiscriminate.
10y ago
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No more ethnic-based rallies, gov't warns

No more ethnic-based rallies, gov't warns

Nur Jazlan urges all to ignore small groups trying to stir the pot, and let police deal with them.
10y ago
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Ex-MCA chief: In some countries, Najib would need to quit

Ex-MCA chief: In some countries, Najib would need to quit

UPDATED 4.22PM | Whether PM stays or quits, remarks Ong Tee Keat, depends on his moral values.
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'Economic condition spurs gov't to work harder on trade pacts'

'Economic condition spurs gov't to work harder on trade pacts'

Malaysia is facing various external challenges as reflected by the projected growth of global trade this year, says Mustapa Mohamed.
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'Public confidence in MACC must be increased'

'Public confidence in MACC must be increased'

In 2009, the first year of its existence, MACC enjoyed only 39 percent public confidence, says its deputy chief commissioner.
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Curfew in Esszone extended till Oct 24

Curfew in Esszone extended till Oct 24

Curfew in the waters off Eastern Sabah Security Zone which expires today has been extended.
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Solve disco problem, not attack me, Ali Tinju tells Idris

Solve disco problem, not attack me, Ali Tinju tells Idris

He wants Malacca chief minister to address the nightclub problem in the state rather than run him down.
10y ago
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Ling vs Najib 'personal matter', says Nur Jazlan

Ling vs Najib 'personal matter', says Nur Jazlan

He says this when asked why the PM is suing Ling and not Dr M, for saying Najib swindled public funds.
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Ex-MCA boss to Najib: Why just Ling? Sue Dr M, too

Ex-MCA boss to Najib: Why just Ling? Sue Dr M, too

UPDATED 3.35PM | Tee Keat says Najib should sue all who criticise him on 1MDB and RM2.6 billion.
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Kin identifies body of missing Orang Asli girl

Kin identifies body of missing Orang Asli girl

Her uncle identified the remains of the eight-year-old, found 500 metres from the school hostel.
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Don't put words in rulers' mouths about Najib, fumes cousin

Don't put words in rulers' mouths about Najib, fumes cousin

Hishammuddin says if the rulers want to say they lost confidence in Najib, they will say it straight.
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Is Malaysia truly serious about the refugee crisis?

Is Malaysia truly serious about the refugee crisis?

COMMENT | Or, are we just putting a show on this serious issue at the UN General Assembly?
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Deputy minister: Gov't must respect rulers' urging on 1MDB

Deputy minister: Gov't must respect rulers' urging on 1MDB

UPDATED 4.29PM | Nur Jazlan Mohamed says this when asked of the call to wrap up the 1MDB probe.
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Did Hadi clear hudud bill with sultans, asks Gerakan

Did Hadi clear hudud bill with sultans, asks Gerakan

Deputy youth chief Andy Yong says hudud would apply to the royals as well and they should have say.
10y ago
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Gov't pits Malays against Chinese in Bersih twist, charges Dr M

Gov't pits Malays against Chinese in Bersih twist, charges Dr M

Ex-PM says Najib administration gave Bersih 4 racial twist to shift focus from demands on 1MDB.

9y ago
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Survey: Most M'sians fear being poor after retirement

Survey: Most M'sians fear being poor after retirement

UPDATED 4.40PM | More than half fear poverty, being unhealthy, or a burden to kids and having no one to care for them.
10y ago
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Ali Tinju scraps Malacca protest following pressure

Ali Tinju scraps Malacca protest following pressure

UPDATED 12.50PM | He says this is to respect Yang di-Pertua Negri's birthday which falls on Friday.

10y ago
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Mahathir plugs 'ex-DPM' as next prime minister

Mahathir plugs 'ex-DPM' as next prime minister

UPDATED 1.05PM | He does not mention names, but all eyes are on sacked DPM Muhyiddin Yassin.
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Penang fails in bid to challenge PPS illegality

Penang fails in bid to challenge PPS illegality

UPDATED 4.420PM | High Court disallows state leave to file judicial review to challenge claims by federal gov't. 
10y ago
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S’pore envoy confuses racial dominance with supremacism

S’pore envoy confuses racial dominance with supremacism

MP SPEAKS | Why is Bilahari Kausikan justifying corruption and injustice with age old race politics?
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Najib has lost confidence of the sultans, says analyst

Najib has lost confidence of the sultans, says analyst

Their stand on 1MDB is clear, for the rulers ‘have never been so specific on a government issue’.
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Not constitutionally wrong to 'annoy' executive, says ex-top judge

Not constitutionally wrong to 'annoy' executive, says ex-top judge

UPDATED 12.15PM | It cannot be held to be seditious or considered a threat to public order, says Ariff.
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PAS is not interested to remove Najib

PAS is not interested to remove Najib

YOURSAY | ‘The PM has been dangling the hudud carrot in front of them.’
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MCA vows to stick with BN although 'unhappy'

MCA vows to stick with BN although 'unhappy'

However, Liow admits, racial issues in the country has reached a 'very problematic' level.
10y ago
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Bid for leave to appeal in ‘pil kuda’ case dismissed

Bid for leave to appeal in ‘pil kuda’ case dismissed

PAS chief Hadi has been cleared in a defamation suit brought by a businessman.
10y ago
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Pakatan Harapan plays 'wait and see' on TPPA stand

Pakatan Harapan plays 'wait and see' on TPPA stand

Tony Pua says they will state stand only after studying details when it is tabled in Parliament.
10y ago
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Ali Tinju not welcome, says Malacca CM

Ali Tinju not welcome, says Malacca CM

Idris Haron says he would not allow Ali to destroy the state’s history of racial unity.
10y ago
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When 'Cina babi' not an issue but purported 'celaka Melayu' is

When 'Cina babi' not an issue but purported 'celaka Melayu' is

YOURSAY | 'But MP Anthony Loke should have known better than to use the 'C' word.'
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Rafizi: Pakatan Harapan can include even MCA

Rafizi: Pakatan Harapan can include even MCA

Although crowd jeers, PKR says as long as common policies agreed upon, new pact must aim to be broad.
10y ago
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Hillary Clinton opposes Pacific trade deal

Hillary Clinton opposes Pacific trade deal

She says trade deals must meet ‘clear tests’ of creating US jobs and raising wages.
10y ago
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Najib has lost all moral integrity to be PM

Najib has lost all moral integrity to be PM

YOURSAY | ‘Najib has yet to understand that honesty is the best policy.’
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Girl’s body found in river near Pos Tohoi

Girl’s body found in river near Pos Tohoi

Police could not confirm if the body was one of seven pupils reported missing.
10y ago
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Point-blank royal rebuke that cannot be avoided

Point-blank royal rebuke that cannot be avoided

COMMENT | A new PM who enjoys majority confidence would have to be picked.
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Soi Lek wrong in his comment on Liong Sik

Soi Lek wrong in his comment on Liong Sik

As a Malaysian statesman Ling Liong Sik obviously knows what he has said and what he has to say. Ling is very clear in his views in all matters. Ling will not and has no necessity do so just to ‘take sides’ or to harbour any secret agenda to remove anyone in office.
10y ago
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Analyst: Sackings not a solution for Umno crisis

Analyst: Sackings not a solution for Umno crisis

USM lecturer says seven Umno leaders under watch have clout, and action will cause further rifts.
10y ago
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Don't expect PM to pick up Bersih’s gauntlet

Don't expect PM to pick up Bersih’s gauntlet

YOURSAY | ‘The ‘prime fund-raiser’ will probably ask for another six months...’
10y ago
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Rulers put burning coals into Najib’s crucible

Rulers put burning coals into Najib’s crucible

YOURSAY | ‘But will Najib listen to the decree from the Conference of Rulers?’
10y ago
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Time to ship MCA out

Time to ship MCA out

The Malaysian Chinese Association (MCA) component of Barisan Nasional has become more of a menace lately. Post-GE13 following their atrocious performance, the MCA leadership tried to show their solemnness by declaring that they do not want any ministerial position till they had strengthened and proven themselves to the BN.
10y ago
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Grassroots support for Ling set to boil over at MCA AGM?

Grassroots support for Ling set to boil over at MCA AGM?

ANALYSIS | Pent-up grudges against Umno may burst forth this weekend in a show of support for the ex-MCA chief.
10y ago
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A spice as effective as the drugs

A spice as effective as the drugs

Managing inflammation with turmeric

10y ago
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