Archive - 21 March 2016

S’wak CM names Uggah for Bukit Saban, Jabu stands down

S’wak CM names Uggah for Bukit Saban, Jabu stands down

Time for plantation industries and commodities minister to return and serve in the state, says Adenan.

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Over 17,000 M'sian men-China women marriages not registered

Over 17,000 M'sian men-China women marriages not registered

PARLIAMENT | DPM Ahmad Zahid says main problem is children can't be registered as M'sians.

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Muhyiddin: I was offered Penang governor post

Muhyiddin: I was offered Penang governor post

UPDATED 12.56AM | He says he imagined Penang CM Lim Guan Eng prostrating before him.

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M'sia, Australia to team up against terrorism

M'sia, Australia to team up against terrorism

They will share information and intelligence to counter rising threat of militant groups.

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Dompok named as ambassador to Vatican a special Easter gift

Dompok named as ambassador to Vatican a special Easter gift

M'sian Christians see ex-Sabah chief minister as most fitting for the post due to vast experience.

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Man slits wife's throat after hearing 'voices'

Man slits wife's throat after hearing 'voices'

The tailor then stabbed her to death with a pair of scissors.

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Integrity of utmost importance, Ismail Sabri tells staff

Integrity of utmost importance, Ismail Sabri tells staff

He says this after a Youth and Sports Ministry staffer is arrested for embezzlement of millions of ministry funds.

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'TPPA might die if Trump becomes US president'

'TPPA might die if Trump becomes US president'

Trump could get the trade agreement spiked as he is against it, says Minister Mustapa Mohamad.

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Mukhriz: We're trying to save the burning house that's Umno

Mukhriz: We're trying to save the burning house that's Umno

Malays have come to a stage where they are willing to reject the party, he says.

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Ex-CJ: AG's decision not open for judicial review

Ex-CJ: AG's decision not open for judicial review

Zaki Azmi cites two former lord presidents on this but says AG can't stop probe.

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Soldier found dead hanging from tree near Besut Hospital

Soldier found dead hanging from tree near Besut Hospital

Police also found a note addressed to his family.

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Police take down 'Free Anwar' billboards in Ampang

Police take down 'Free Anwar' billboards in Ampang

UPDATED 9.27PM | But Selangor MB says the government never received notice from police.

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RM100m pocketed in small amounts, reveals 'nothing to hide' minister

RM100m pocketed in small amounts, reveals 'nothing to hide' minister

'If I keep quiet, critics will allege that there is a cover-up.'

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Rayani Air may be grounded if complaints continue

Rayani Air may be grounded if complaints continue

The syariah-compliant airline may have its operating licence suspended, says Transport Ministry.

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Grieved at latest tragedy that has struck Turkey

Grieved at latest tragedy that has struck Turkey

We view with much sadness and grief the latest tragedy that has struck Turkey that has claimed more lives. The latest suicide bomb in the heart of Istanbul’s tourist area is another major blow to Turkey which had lately experienced four major attacks in Ankara and Istanbul .

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I will reveal big secret on Najib at right time, says former MB

I will reveal big secret on Najib at right time, says former MB

If I reveal it now, PM will be ashamed, adds Ahmad Said.

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Perkasa wants Khairy to be responsible for RM100m rip-off

Perkasa wants Khairy to be responsible for RM100m rip-off

This is what happens when things are taken easy, says Wira Perkasa.

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Are refugees in Malaysia a victim of their identity?

Are refugees in Malaysia a victim of their identity?

I refer to the recent news on the use of fake refugee cards and the authorities’ concern on UNHCR’s role in issuing refugee cards.

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Pelaburan Mara CEO takes up challenge to sue Rafizi

Pelaburan Mara CEO takes up challenge to sue Rafizi

He will sue the PKR veep for slander.

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Former T'ganu MB confirms Kijal allocation withheld

Former T'ganu MB confirms Kijal allocation withheld

'I will hold a press conference next week,' says Ahmad, former state MB.

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Go on leave pending probe, PAS Youth tells Guan Eng

Go on leave pending probe, PAS Youth tells Guan Eng

UPDATED 6.40PM | This is to ensure transparency and a swift investigation process.

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Fulfil promise on anti-hate crime law, Suhakam tells gov’t

Fulfil promise on anti-hate crime law, Suhakam tells gov’t

This is urgent in view of the fact that a third of Malaysians have racist tendencies, says Suhakam.

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Ex-DPM: Zeti's successor must not legitimise wrongdoings

Ex-DPM: Zeti's successor must not legitimise wrongdoings

INTERVIEW | Muhyiddin Yassin says Bank Negara governor must possess impeccable credentials.

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Possible debris from MH370 arrives in Australia

Possible debris from MH370 arrives in Australia

MH370 | A white, metre-long chunk of metal was found off Mozambique this month.

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Farmers, fishermen hit by bauxite mining can't claim from agri fund

Farmers, fishermen hit by bauxite mining can't claim from agri fund

PARLIAMENT | It's a safety net for national disasters, but effects of bauxite mining don't count.

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2016-03-21

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‘Sulu terrorists named a commander in each Sabah constituency’

‘Sulu terrorists named a commander in each Sabah constituency’

PARLIAMENT | Zahid says this was towards establishing a Sulu sultanate in the state.

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Wait for MACC's probe, says Hadi on Lim's bungalow

Wait for MACC's probe, says Hadi on Lim's bungalow

UPDATED 5.45PM | Don't jump to conclusions, reserve judgment until then, says PAS chief.

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Anwar’s jail perks - milk, honey and 360 visits

Anwar’s jail perks - milk, honey and 360 visits

UPDATED 4.45PM | PARLIAMENT | Zahid says PKR de facto leader has had 360 visits since he was jailed.

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Shahidan: Gov’t has no plan to set up refugee registration centre

Shahidan: Gov’t has no plan to set up refugee registration centre

PARLIAMENT | It fears this would encourage more asylum seekers to enter the country.

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Komas report: Racialising criminality a new trend

Komas report: Racialising criminality a new trend

Seven trends of racial discrimination took place in Malaysia over the past year.

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Stop beating around the bungalow bush, Guan Eng told

Stop beating around the bungalow bush, Guan Eng told

MCA leader tells CM to cease diverting attention and answer straight to the point.

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CM demands swift probe by MACC into bungalow saga

CM demands swift probe by MACC into bungalow saga

Guan Eng welcomes probe, saying it will prove that he runs a clean administration.

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Myanmar’s Suu Kyi unlikely to take formal role in new gov’t

Myanmar’s Suu Kyi unlikely to take formal role in new gov’t

A senior official says and will control the administration through her position as party leader.

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'Gov't is committed to developing Bandar Malaysia'

'Gov't is committed to developing Bandar Malaysia'

Najib pledges at a ceremony to announce China Railway Group’s US$2 billion investment.

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Indonesia protests to China over coastguard infringement

Indonesia protests to China over coastguard infringement

The incident comes amid heightened tension in the South China Sea.

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Adenan indicates state assembly dissolution 'days away'

Adenan indicates state assembly dissolution 'days away'

This is based on CM's remarks on impending release of BN manifesto for Sarawak polls.

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Home Ministry: Claims Malaysia has 5.5m foreign workers untrue

Home Ministry: Claims Malaysia has 5.5m foreign workers untrue

PARLIAMENT | It says there are 2.08m foreign workers holding valid Temporary Work Passes.

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Gov't collected RM2.3b in foreign workers levy last year

Gov't collected RM2.3b in foreign workers levy last year

Home Ministry also clarifies that the levy hike had been postponed based on the feedback from industries.

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Schools in Kedah, Perlis to close for two days due to heat spell

Schools in Kedah, Perlis to close for two days due to heat spell

Minister Mahadzir Khalid, however, says teachers must attend school.

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Nobody thinks Najib wants to be a Nixon

Nobody thinks Najib wants to be a Nixon

MP SPEAKS | So he should come clean in Parliament on the twin mega scandals.

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Two judges who convicted Anwar elevated to Federal Court

Two judges who convicted Anwar elevated to Federal Court

UPDATED 3.42PM | The ceremony to be held before Chief Justice Arifin Zakaria.

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Did God tell the gov’t to raise prices?

Did God tell the gov’t to raise prices?

Just over a week ago it was reported that according to Domestic Trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism Minister Hamzah Zainuddin, only traders who do not believe in God will raise prices of goods. He had said that God never told anyone to raise or lower prices and that only those who do not believe in God will increase their prices. He backed his statement by saying that according to the Quran traders must be fair to consumers so they don’t feel cheated.

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'1MDB financial problems affecting payment to army vets'

'1MDB financial problems affecting payment to army vets'

UPDATED 9.21PM | Rafizi claims some army veterans yet to receive gratuity payments, 1MDB denies wrongdoing.

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PAS leader welcomes launch of Pinta

PAS leader welcomes launch of Pinta

Nasruddin Hassan says the National Coalition of Tahfiz Institutions will strengthen religious institutions.

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'Photographed and fingerprinted, I was treated like a terrorist'

'Photographed and fingerprinted, I was treated like a terrorist'

Ridhuan Tee cries foul after being denied entry into Singapore.

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Court to rule on April 7 Najib's bid to include AG's decision

Court to rule on April 7 Najib's bid to include AG's decision

UPDATED 3.10PM | Court also fixes new hearing dates on Najib's suit against Harakah over reports on his stepson Riza.

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Closure of news portals raises need for media freedom

Closure of news portals raises need for media freedom

Though the recent sudden closures of The Rakyat Post and The Malaysian Insider came as a sad news for many - especially when some 140 staff from both organisations are affected - the silver lining is that many are gradually becoming aware of the need for media freedom.

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MP submits motion on alleged child neglect at gov't facility

MP submits motion on alleged child neglect at gov't facility

'I worry about the wellbeing of the children,' says Fuziah Salleh.

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Is this 'third force' Umno's second wing?

Is this 'third force' Umno's second wing?

YOURSAY | 'If Ikatan wants to support Umno they might as well just join it.'

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Time to widen probe into the RM100 million scam

Time to widen probe into the RM100 million scam

I am puzzled by the report that a senior civil servant was nabbed in a RM100 million scam from which he has benefitted RM20 million.

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After RM100m graft shocker, Khairy moots independent panel

After RM100m graft shocker, Khairy moots independent panel

Minister also confirms 'mastermind' living in the lap of luxury is from his ministry.

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Shahnaz cross-appeals on RM30m mutaah, wants RM100m

Shahnaz cross-appeals on RM30m mutaah, wants RM100m

UPDATED 2PM | Her lawyers also object to the registrar's decision last week granting an interim stay of the court order.

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Voting system at Bar AGM must be changed

Voting system at Bar AGM must be changed

With regard to the Malaysian Bar annual general meeting (AGM), the voting system must be changed.

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Police on standby to face biological terror attacks

Police on standby to face biological terror attacks

PARLIAMENT | For now, no threat of attack has been detected from the militant groups, says Zahid.

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Obama arrives in Cuba, first US president to visit in 88 years

Obama arrives in Cuba, first US president to visit in 88 years

Obama and his family were greeted by Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez.

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PM, Nixon also said he wasn’t a crook, yet he resigned

PM, Nixon also said he wasn’t a crook, yet he resigned

YOURSAY | ‘Najib, just call for the GE14 now... if the majority give you their support, then you can declare your gratitude.’

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We don't link you to Guan Eng, don't link us to 1MDB

We don't link you to Guan Eng, don't link us to 1MDB

S'wak BN leader laments state DAP's continued efforts to link state gov't to Putrajaya's scandals.

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Altantuya immigration records kept secret because of trial

Altantuya immigration records kept secret because of trial

PARLIAMENT | That is why the details could not be revealed to the public, says the home minister.

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CUCKOO TAKES LEGAL ACTION

On 18 Mar 2016, Cuckoo conducted a press conference to put on record an official clarification regarding a smear campaign on social media. The management of CUCKOO announced that they will also take all necessary legal actions against the responsible parties who caused damage to CUCKOO's goodwill and reputation.

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Cuckoo Takes Legal Action

On 18 Mar 2016, Cuckoo conducted a press conference to put on record an official clarification regarding a smear campaign on social media. The management of CUCKOO announced that they will also take all necessary legal actions against the responsible parties who caused damage to CUCKOO's goodwill and reputation.

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11 questions on MACC probe that Khairy must answer

11 questions on MACC probe that Khairy must answer

MP SPEAKS | On the investigation into massive corruption involving a Youth and Sports Ministry officer.

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'Let's see if Amanah survives first'

'Let's see if Amanah survives first'

The PAS president makes the jibe when asked of Amanah’s call to discuss one-to-one contests.

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Adenan will sink if he sticks close to Najib

Adenan will sink if he sticks close to Najib

Current scenario shows chief minister’s momentum is weakening, says DAP's Liew Chin Tong.

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Najib and the emperor’s new clothes

Najib and the emperor’s new clothes

YOURSAY | ‘PM, if you can answer all the questions, then we will not think you are a crook.’

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Will shooting at Najib sink Adenan's ship in Sarawak polls?

Will shooting at Najib sink Adenan's ship in Sarawak polls?

ANALYSIS | Sarawak BN is more shaken by the 1MDB scandal than they let on, says analyst.

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Hadi hustles from hudud to hullabaloo

Hadi hustles from hudud to hullabaloo

The combo is more of a vanity political coalition.

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Kini Roundup: CM gives a house tour while Zahid dangles cash

Kini Roundup: CM gives a house tour while Zahid dangles cash

RECAP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

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Behind The Malaysian Insider’s happy tombstone

Behind The Malaysian Insider’s happy tombstone

COMMENT | We went down in style, and that is because of good journalism.

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