Archive - 8 December 2015

Non-Muslim reporters barred from Puteri Umno launch

They were told they lacked understanding of unit that is aimed at promoting Islam to the younger generation.

10y ago

Why no mention of ‘terrorism’ in NSC Bill if it’s for that?

MP SPEAKS | The bill should be amended to National Anti-Terrorism Council Bill.

10y ago

Two terms too short for Umno president, says KJ

He says it’s too short to implement plans to benefit members and the people.

10y ago

Umno members file ROS report on RM2.6b amid AGM

UPDATED 7.38PM | ROS urged to probe status of donation which is believed not to have been included in the financial statements.

10y ago

Guan Eng: Stop slander that Penang's budget deficit has increased

Penang CM points out to detractors reserves swelled from RM1.29b in 2013 to RM1.45b for 2014.

10y ago

Improve public transport services to avoid lose-lose situation

The upward adjustment of LRT and Monorail fares which saw Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTMB) likewise announced higher charges with effect from Dec 2, 2015, the hike in the fares for its monthly passes are a cause for concern for public transport users.

10y ago

Stop dreaming of a pact, too many sins to forgive, PAS veep tells Najib

Iskandar Samad tells Umno president to wake up from his daydream and solve his party woes first.

10y ago

Just debate me on militant ties, Mujahid tells PAS

Penang PAS lodges report against him after he links PAS to militant groups.

10y ago

We did ask questions when we were ministers, says Shafie

UPDATED 5.15PM | Shafie says he and Muhyiddin quizzed 1MDB boss Arul Kanda and finance ministry.

10y ago

Muhyiddin 'power crazy', charges Ku Nan

UPDATED 4.46PM | He was asked about the Umno deputy president's speech last night.

10y ago

Proton considering price increase next year

Its CEO says many of the firm’s raw materials were purchased in foreign currency.

10y ago

Facebook falls back in war on YouTube

Facebook’s share of US Internet activity is only 2.5pct, down from 3pct a year ago.

10y ago

Retraining ustazs into global communicators

COMMENT | Muslims, in brief, must be brought back into the fold of humanity.

10y ago

Businessman threatens to sue Al-Jazeera over Altantuya documentary

UPDATED 5.18PM | It claimed he was the go-between between Sirul Azhar Umar and an important person.

10y ago

Respect 'elected' No 2, Shafie tells 'appointed' Ku Nan

UPDATED 4.19PM | Muhyiddin is elected but you’re only appointed, Tengku Adnan is told.

10y ago

Water disruption in Seremban on Dec 15

This is due to the conversion of roller bobbin by TNB at Sungai Terip.

10y ago

Zahid reminds against creating party splinter group

UPDATED 3.45PM | There should not be any splinter group, so that the party remains united, he says.

10y ago

Look into the mirror, Dr M and Muhyiddin told

A businessman flays the pair for calling on Najib to resign, warns them not to create Arab Spring.

10y ago

Guan Eng: No RM2.6b donor can exist on this earth

I don’t buy Najib’s clarification that ‘a generous donor’ provided the money, says Penang CM.

10y ago

Still no news from Charles on pen drive, says IGP

This is despite giving him the option of sending the gadget by post, says Khalid.

10y ago

M’sians must get serious about political funding reforms

Last night’s speech by former deputy prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin marked yet another attempt to discredit Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s administration in the face of the unresolved 1MDB debacle.

10y ago

Muslims in Asia denounce Trump’s ‘US ban’ urging

They dismiss the Republican presidential front-runner as a bigot.

10y ago

Umno committee to scrutinise Muhyiddin's caustic speech

The investigation would be referred to disciplinary board and supreme council, says Tengku Adnan.

10y ago

Beijing schools close as city issues first smog red alert

Emergency measures include restricting road traffic, except electric vehicles.

10y ago

NFC suit - I wasn't out for personal mileage, Nurul tells court

UPDATED 2.49PM | Part and parcel of her duties to tackle such issues, she states.

10y ago

A mother's 'thousand and one memories'

Sultanah of Johor Raja Zarith Sofia pens an emotional letter for her late son, Tunku Jalil.

10y ago

Who’s who in the search for next BNM governor

Potential successors seen including minister and former politician.

10y ago

'Is there a Najib agenda behind rush to pass NSC bill?'

UPDATED 2.07PM | Amanah's Khalid Samad poses this adding the PM's popularity is dropping.

10y ago

Gov’t to save RM11b from managed float system

The move had also fulfilled its goal of meeting global economic challenges.

10y ago

NGOs: NSC Bill will move Malaysia to dictatorship

The groups behind #TakNakDiktator campaign aim to push the Senate to drop the bill.

10y ago

Mufti points to scholars who also oppose ‘anti-vice spying’

UPDATED 3.57PM | Perlis Mufti quotes scholar that says wrongdoing should be opposed but there's no need for spying.

10y ago

Harakah apologises to Minister Mustapa Mohamed

UPDATED 2.17PM | It's over publication of a report quoting then PAS vice-president Husam Musa.

10y ago

Duo remanded again under Poca over Tapah murders

The mechanic and his son were released as the victims’ identities could not be verified.

10y ago

Are new public transport fares reasonable?

The year 2015 is easily the toughest year for those of low and middle-class income, especially for those who are staying in the city, as the cost of the living today is unbearable.

10y ago

Muslim groups slam G25 over proposal to stop khalwat raids

Isma and Perkasa step up to defend the need for such raids.

10y ago

Opec’s disarray looks like 1990s slump all over again

If the parallels hold, markets could be in for a wild ride.

10y ago

Ringgit slides with oil as Najib flags RM30b shortfall

The currency dropped 0.9pct to 4.2548 a dollar as of 8.44am in KL.

10y ago

G25 statement of reaffirmation

We, members of G25, at the conclusion of the Forum on Islam in a Constitutional Democracy at Persatuan Alumni Universiti Malaya (PAUM) in Kuala Lumpur on Dec 5 and 6, 2015, agree on the following statement of reaffirmation:

10y ago

Minister: Bumi digital mall won't close down in 3 months

Ismail Sabri launches his 'Low Yat 2' hub, Mara Digital, and is sure of its success.

10y ago

Donor or donors? The curious case of RM2.6b

Previous reports state sum originated from a single donor, but PM says 'donors' in an interview.

10y ago

Najib confirms Umno-PAS cooperation

COMMENT | This throws PKR’s delusion about PAS into sharp relief.

10y ago

US agrees to deploy spy plane in S'pore, amid China tensions

It's a fresh response to China's pursuit of territorial claims in the South China Sea.

10y ago

Najib gets chance to remove thorn as Zeti's term ends

Zeti has been Bank Negara governor since 2000; her latest term ends in April.

10y ago

Kit Siang backs suggestion for Najib to take leave

I fully support Muhyiddin’s proposal that the PM take a break until 1MDB probe is completed, the DAP leader says.

10y ago

PM: NSC bill is to prevent terrorist attacks

Najib says his priority is to keep country safe through whatever means at his disposal.

10y ago

Umno does not belong to me, Najib stresses

It is our wish that this Umno assembly will be an effort to unify and strengthen, he says in media interview.

10y ago

Hospital splashed with white paint over uniform row

UPDATED 1.56PM | At 3.30am, four men on motorcycles threw white paint at two of its entrances.

10y ago

Najib remains confident BN will win next GE

This is because the opposition is in disarray and having problems with its leadership, he says.

10y ago

Donald Trump urges ban on Muslims entering US

This is the Republican presidential candidate’s response to the San Bernardino massacre.

10y ago

Churches unhappy no action taken over Taman Medan protest

Why, asks the Council of Churches, when the protesters interfered with freedom of worship?

10y ago

'Muhyiddin, Mahathir keep raising same old issues'

These have been answered, but they keep ignoring the replies, says Salleh Said Keruak.

10y ago

So it was graft that made Rizalman take his pants off

YOURSAY | ‘An officer, but not a gentleman, who learned how to spin from his masters.’

10y ago

Umno meets amid tensions over funding scandal

The ruling coalition’s dominant party begins its annual meeting, with falling public support a key agenda.

10y ago

Will hospital be cowed by sacked nurse Naziah?

YOURSAY | ‘Naziah doesn't seem to have basic understanding in medical care.’

10y ago

Najib: Have confidence in international rating agencies

Think positively, like agencies that compliment our economic management, PM tells the people.

10y ago

Najib concedes he is hurt by Dr M's attacks

Najib also says Mahathir did not practice what he preached.

10y ago

Najib wants Umno to close ranks ahead of party AGM

Important to show that he had not done anything wrong morally or against the law.

10y ago

New bus transportation system - fixing what ain’t broke

I am a student who commutes back and forth to the university at which I study most days of the week, not to mention someone who uses most avenues of the public transportation system available in Malaysia.

10y ago

Victims still wait for homes, a year after the floods

Some remain in tents in Kelantan, refusing to live in cramped National Service camps.

10y ago

Obama has not done much justice to Malaysians

COMMENT | Does he want a happy retirement while the rest of the world suffers?

10y ago

Dumno’s trip to Abilene

NSC bill reflects insecurity of proposers.

10y ago

Justice finally for victims of AB personality cult

COMMENT | Aravindan Balakrishnan, 75, convicted after bizarre case made headlines.

10y ago

Calypso drums pound in support of Zunar

Harry Belafonte latest to support Amnesty's campaign for Malaysian cartoonist.

10y ago

A better place? No, PM, you’re taking us to a darker place

YOURSAY | ‘Answer the RM2.6b question and rakyat will stop the slandering.’

10y ago

MACC, what did Najib tell you about SRC’s RM42m?

YOURSAY | ‘Even if it is a donation, it is still a case of criminal breach of trust.’

10y ago

Najib: PAS showing encouraging signs of working with Umno

One of them was by not voting against the Budget, he notes.

10y ago

RM2.6b – donor wanted it in my account, says Najib

He adds that although the account was under his name, it wasn't a personal account.

10y ago

Archive - 8 December 2015

'Najib expressed disappointment with Muhyiddin at briefing'

Power tariff hike for West M'sia in 2016 with rebate cut

Use politics to fight for Islam, Zahid tells Umno members

Umno divisional leaders want action against Muhyiddin

Muhyiddin to face action if he crosses line, says Zahid

Zahid: My job is to defend gov't, help Najib

Palanivel's man says will soon release details of ROS conspiracy

2015-12-08

PPIM's warning: Worse things may happen than paint attack

Najib gave final approval for NFC, court hears

Najib says 'conscience clear' as party tensions mount

Umno delegates warned of Dr M's 'Hitler' approach

Minister to sue Malaysiakini over 'reverse migration' report

AG: Lack of evidence against NFC's Salleh so charges dropped

Non-Muslim reporters barred from Puteri Umno launch

Why no mention of ‘terrorism’ in NSC Bill if it’s for that?

Two terms too short for Umno president, says KJ

Umno members file ROS report on RM2.6b amid AGM

Guan Eng: Stop slander that Penang's budget deficit has increased

Improve public transport services to avoid lose-lose situation

Stop dreaming of a pact, too many sins to forgive, PAS veep tells Najib

Just debate me on militant ties, Mujahid tells PAS

We did ask questions when we were ministers, says Shafie

Muhyiddin 'power crazy', charges Ku Nan

Proton considering price increase next year

Facebook falls back in war on YouTube

Retraining ustazs into global communicators

Businessman threatens to sue Al-Jazeera over Altantuya documentary

Respect 'elected' No 2, Shafie tells 'appointed' Ku Nan

Water disruption in Seremban on Dec 15

Zahid reminds against creating party splinter group

Look into the mirror, Dr M and Muhyiddin told

Guan Eng: No RM2.6b donor can exist on this earth

Still no news from Charles on pen drive, says IGP

M’sians must get serious about political funding reforms

Muslims in Asia denounce Trump’s ‘US ban’ urging

Umno committee to scrutinise Muhyiddin's caustic speech

Beijing schools close as city issues first smog red alert

NFC suit - I wasn't out for personal mileage, Nurul tells court

A mother's 'thousand and one memories'

Who’s who in the search for next BNM governor

'Is there a Najib agenda behind rush to pass NSC bill?'

Gov’t to save RM11b from managed float system

NGOs: NSC Bill will move Malaysia to dictatorship

Mufti points to scholars who also oppose ‘anti-vice spying’

Harakah apologises to Minister Mustapa Mohamed

Duo remanded again under Poca over Tapah murders

Are new public transport fares reasonable?

Muslim groups slam G25 over proposal to stop khalwat raids

Opec’s disarray looks like 1990s slump all over again

Ringgit slides with oil as Najib flags RM30b shortfall

G25 statement of reaffirmation

Minister: Bumi digital mall won't close down in 3 months

Donor or donors? The curious case of RM2.6b

Najib confirms Umno-PAS cooperation

US agrees to deploy spy plane in S'pore, amid China tensions

Najib gets chance to remove thorn as Zeti's term ends

Kit Siang backs suggestion for Najib to take leave

PM: NSC bill is to prevent terrorist attacks

Umno does not belong to me, Najib stresses

Hospital splashed with white paint over uniform row

Najib remains confident BN will win next GE

Donald Trump urges ban on Muslims entering US

Churches unhappy no action taken over Taman Medan protest

'Muhyiddin, Mahathir keep raising same old issues'

So it was graft that made Rizalman take his pants off

Umno meets amid tensions over funding scandal

Will hospital be cowed by sacked nurse Naziah?

Najib: Have confidence in international rating agencies

Najib concedes he is hurt by Dr M's attacks

Najib wants Umno to close ranks ahead of party AGM

New bus transportation system - fixing what ain’t broke

Victims still wait for homes, a year after the floods

Obama has not done much justice to Malaysians

Dumno’s trip to Abilene

Justice finally for victims of AB personality cult

Calypso drums pound in support of Zunar

A better place? No, PM, you’re taking us to a darker place

MACC, what did Najib tell you about SRC’s RM42m?