Archive - 24 January 2016

BTN rebrand needed as youths ‘less sensitive’, says Azalina

BTN rebrand needed as youths ‘less sensitive’, says Azalina

She says the government needs better 'eyes and ears', with the advent of new threats.
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Just sue us, Sarawak Report tells Najib

Just sue us, Sarawak Report tells Najib

This is instead of using strong arm tactics on media, like blocking websites, it says.

10y ago
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Salleh: Quit the drama, there is no 'Kedah crisis'

Salleh: Quit the drama, there is no 'Kedah crisis'

He says PM Najib has handled matters far worse than the Bashah vs Mukhriz affair.
10y ago
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Gov't can handle negative perception of TPPA, says minister

Gov't can handle negative perception of TPPA, says minister

Mustapa Mohamed says people will come around to it, just like they did over the Petronas Twin Towers.
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Prisoner escapes jail during 'toilet break'

Prisoner escapes jail during 'toilet break'

He tells an ustaz giving religious lessons in the prison that he needs to use the gents.
10y ago
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Thai DCA dispatches aviation experts to examine debris

Thai DCA dispatches aviation experts to examine debris

MH370 | The debris found in southern Thailand is fueling talk of the missing plane.
10y ago
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'Non-core' digital platforms to be funded separately, says TMI owner

'Non-core' digital platforms to be funded separately, says TMI owner

The group chairperson will finance 'non-core digital platforms' separately, CEO Ho Kay Tat says.
10y ago
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Penang fisherfolk voice out against Transport Master Plan

Penang fisherfolk voice out against Transport Master Plan

They say it entails reclamation of a rich breeding ground for fish and prawns, thus affecting their livelihood.
10y ago
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Youths aged 15 to 21 held for fatal stabbing of Form Four student

Youths aged 15 to 21 held for fatal stabbing of Form Four student

The motive for the stabbing in front of a mini market is believed to be robbery.
10y ago
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M'sians urged to camp out in front of Parliament againt TPPA

M'sians urged to camp out in front of Parliament againt TPPA

The Amanah Youth deputy chief invites all to occupy the area in front of the building while debates happen on Jan 26 and 27.
10y ago
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Harapan squabbles ahead of S'wak polls, now over Senadin

Harapan squabbles ahead of S'wak polls, now over Senadin

This is for purportedly giving the impression that PKR's machinery in Senadin exists only to assist DAP.
10y ago
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Wrong to ban PAS chief Hadi from entering S'wak, says DAP

Wrong to ban PAS chief Hadi from entering S'wak, says DAP

Instead, invite Hadi Awang to visit Christians in Sarawak, it tells S'wak CM.
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Police on lookout for IS activities in Perak

Police on lookout for IS activities in Perak

About 1,600 personnel are on security watch for Thaipusam celebrations there today.
10y ago
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Mahfuz: Don't drag Agong into 'plot' to remove Kedah MB

Mahfuz: Don't drag Agong into 'plot' to remove Kedah MB

This is a despicable move to drag the sultan into Umno and Kedah Umno's internal politics, he says.
10y ago
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Batu Caves visitors unfazed by terror concerns

Batu Caves visitors unfazed by terror concerns

They find strong police and military personnel presence at Thaipusam festival reassuring.
10y ago
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In times of crisis, we shall unite and not divide

In times of crisis, we shall unite and not divide

MP SPEAKS | DAP must transcend the old society barriers to offer a new hope for Malaysians.
10y ago
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Samy Vellu: Don't fire me - I bring in the cash

Samy Vellu: Don't fire me - I bring in the cash

UPDATED 2.51PM | He says this to counter Perkasa chief Ibrahim Ali's urging for the gov't to abolish posts like his.
10y ago
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Allow S'wakians outside state to vote through post

Allow S'wakians outside state to vote through post

This is to lessen the financial burden on such voters.

10y ago
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Subra promises permanent solution to unilateral conversions

Subra promises permanent solution to unilateral conversions

UPDATED 3.30PM | The MIC president says he has met with AG Mohamed Apandi Ali to discuss the legal issues involved.
10y ago
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Three other names being considered as next Kedah MB?

Three other names being considered as next Kedah MB?

However, it is noted that the final decision lies in the hands of prime minister and Umno president Najib Abdul Razak.
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Health Ministry won't be spared from budget cuts

Health Ministry won't be spared from budget cuts

UPDATED 2.10PM | Health Minister Dr S Subramaniam says basic health services shouldn't be affected.
10y ago
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Me'nate Steak Hub denies links to PM's wagyu beef dinner

Me'nate Steak Hub denies links to PM's wagyu beef dinner

Najib and his wife Rosmah were last week grilled over the alleged pricey meal worth nearly RM20,000.
10y ago
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'We're scared of terror attacks but life must go on'

'We're scared of terror attacks but life must go on'

People in Klang Valley hotspots seen as likely targets worried but say there's not much they can do.

10y ago
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'Assess mental health of alleged terrorists professionally'

'Assess mental health of alleged terrorists professionally'

Expert says psychiatrists, psychologists must be at the scene during assessment and management of violent individuals.
10y ago
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Contradiction is too kind a word for Hadi Awang

Contradiction is too kind a word for Hadi Awang

YOURSAY | ‘Kuan Yew is consistent, Dr M is a contradiction, but Hadi is directionless.’

10y ago
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Window of independent news steadily closing

Window of independent news steadily closing

YOURSAY | ‘After funding cybertroopers, the next logical step is to buy over critical media sites.’

10y ago
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What should one do if caught in a terrorist attack?

What should one do if caught in a terrorist attack?

There are several steps you could take to maximise your chances of escaping unharmed.
10y ago
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PKR: Ordering non-Muslims to remove prayer altars 'rude'

PKR: Ordering non-Muslims to remove prayer altars 'rude'

Indera Kayangan rep Chan Ming Kai urges Perlis gov't to handle the issue through dialogue and discussion.

10y ago
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Pianist bears no grudge over concert cancellation due to Bersih 2

Pianist bears no grudge over concert cancellation due to Bersih 2

MALAYSIANS KINI | Jesica Cho - composer, performer and music teacher - even attended the Bersih 4 rally.

10y ago
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'Plane wreckage' found in Thailand fuels talk of missing MH370

'Plane wreckage' found in Thailand fuels talk of missing MH370

UPDATED 12.29PM | MH370 | A piece of suspected plane wreckage has been found off the coast of southern Thailand.
10y ago
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‘That woman' not pregnant, says Sirul in second video

‘That woman' not pregnant, says Sirul in second video

Altantuya’s convicted murderer claims the alleged pregnancy is pure speculation by the media.
10y ago
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Noh, you didn’t mislead Najib, it was the other way around

Noh, you didn’t mislead Najib, it was the other way around

YOURSAY | ‘Everyone knows BN pays for people to attend its rallies.’

10y ago
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Has Petronas’ free ride finally run out of gas?

Has Petronas’ free ride finally run out of gas?

YOURSAY | ‘It is the rampant corruption that has killed this once-promising land.’

10y ago
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Malaysiakini not for sale, say co-founders

Malaysiakini not for sale, say co-founders

CEO says Malaysiakini has not been approached by pro-Umno investors, nor would it entertain them.
10y ago
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