Archive - 30 April 2016

Jabu: DAP enemy of rural folk

Jabu: DAP enemy of rural folk

S'WAK POLLS | Deputy CM claims opposition party is against poverty eradication programmes in the state.
Zahid: Opposition doesn’t do anything, they just want allowance

Zahid: Opposition doesn’t do anything, they just want allowance

S'WAK POLLS | He says this at ceremony appointing nine village chiefs in Ba'kelalan as Rela assistant superintendents.
Kerian padi farmers suffer RM56m losses due to El Nino

Kerian padi farmers suffer RM56m losses due to El Nino

Deputy minister says the drought is affecting 3,175 farmers and 8,097 hectares in Perak.
Now environmentalist Wong Tack booted out of Sarawak, too

Now environmentalist Wong Tack booted out of Sarawak, too

He says he came to highlight environmental issues and was not invited by any political party.
In appeal to enter S'wak, Rafizi says will bash Najib and spare Adenan

In appeal to enter S'wak, Rafizi says will bash Najib and spare Adenan

‘I will not criticise you, your family, or your administration. My campaign will focus on the PM’s weaknesses.’
Fuel price unchanged, RON95 stays at RM1.70 per litre

Fuel price unchanged, RON95 stays at RM1.70 per litre

This despite global crude oil price on the upward trend in the past month.
Banners of dead freedom fighters endorsing BN crop up in S'wak

Banners of dead freedom fighters endorsing BN crop up in S'wak

S'WAK POLLS | They include Kanang Langkau, who fought communist insurgency, and Rosli Dhobi, who was executed by the British.
Najib fighting for his political life in S’wak

Najib fighting for his political life in S’wak

MP SPEAKS | The state election is no longer about Adenan and the state BN but a verdict on his premiership.

PAS says no to unity gov't with Umno in T'ganu, reports daily

PAS says no to unity gov't with Umno in T'ganu, reports daily

Cannot, Hadi responds to idea of a unity government with Umno in the East Coast state.

Health Ministry advises docs to report falsification of their medical chits

Health Ministry advises docs to report falsification of their medical chits

It says police can investigate and the doctors can protect their reputation.
Chong Wei beats Lin Dan in nail-biting semi-final encounter

Chong Wei beats Lin Dan in nail-biting semi-final encounter

In the final tomorrow in Wuhan, China, Chong Wei will meet Chen Long.
DAP cries foul after Zahid ties school allocation to BN's victory

DAP cries foul after Zahid ties school allocation to BN's victory

His use of national resources in asking for votes raises suspicion of bribery, says DAP's Senadin candidate.
Policeman found dead in ditch in Muar

Policeman found dead in ditch in Muar

Roydin Jamaludin, who was in plain clothes, had wounds on his body.
BN will not accept Independent candidates, says Najib

BN will not accept Independent candidates, says Najib

S’WAK POLLS | He says they would not be able to carry out any development work.
Gerakan condemns ‘death threats’ against its leaders

Gerakan condemns ‘death threats’ against its leaders

Party president says its top guns have been unfairly targeted for raising Guan Eng’s bungalow and Taman Manggis land issue.
For Adenan, Iban ‘Ooo-haa’ means ‘I love Sarawak’

For Adenan, Iban ‘Ooo-haa’ means ‘I love Sarawak’

S’WAK POLLS | He says whenever he utters it, he never fails to get a ‘Ooo-haaa!’ in return.
Azmin: Adenan disrespectful for asking counterparts to write in to extend stay

Azmin: Adenan disrespectful for asking counterparts to write in to extend stay

He has crossed the line and is being reckless in the use of his executive power, says S'gor MB.
Najib blasts opposition for preaching Sarawak GST hike

Najib blasts opposition for preaching Sarawak GST hike

S'WAK POLLS | The PM describes the opposition claim as "malicious propaganda".
The Federal Court’s grim but timely reminder to the IGP

The Federal Court’s grim but timely reminder to the IGP

It is indeed a matter of regret - but entirely appropriate - for the Federal Court to remind the inspector-general of police (IGP) of his obligation under the Police Act to carry out any direction issued by a court. Because of his failure to do so, the Federal Court issued a mandamus ordering him to comply. A mandamus is issued to compel a public officer to carry out his public duty.
Adenan may win, but lose his moral ground to lead

Adenan may win, but lose his moral ground to lead

COMMENT | The ‘Adenan team’ has become the name of the game in this polls.
MMA queries IGP's release of suspect's medical records

MMA queries IGP's release of suspect's medical records

The law restricts the release of patient medical information, argues the Malaysian Medical Association.
Indira fears ex-husband may flee to Thailand

Indira fears ex-husband may flee to Thailand

Living in Kota Baru, Kelantan, it is easy for Ridhuan to hop across the borders, she fears.
‘Arrest warrant just a slap on Ridhuan’s wrist’

‘Arrest warrant just a slap on Ridhuan’s wrist’

If he gives a good enough reason why he defied court order, he may get away with a fine.
Citizens' Declaration aims to hit 1m signatures in two weeks

Citizens' Declaration aims to hit 1m signatures in two weeks

The Save Malaysia group has 500,000 to date, half way to their target to call for Najib's resignation.
Ex-major Zaidi crosses over from Amanah to DAP

Ex-major Zaidi crosses over from Amanah to DAP

He hopes his entry can break the anti-Malay and anti-Muslim perception against the party.
Lim: Harapan to deal with seat clashes, Azmin after state polls

Lim: Harapan to deal with seat clashes, Azmin after state polls

The DAP sec-gen is upbeat the Sarawak seat tussles with PKR won't impact the opposition coalition.
Dr M fight against Najib 'not a losing battle', GE will decide

Dr M fight against Najib 'not a losing battle', GE will decide

Ex info-minister Zainuddin Maidin claims ground sentiment against the PM is rising and the polls will decide.
Umno-PAS pact can win next GE, says ex-minister Zam

Umno-PAS pact can win next GE, says ex-minister Zam

Former information minister Zainuddin Maidin says Malay unity still a big factor for the community.
Even China supporting SUPP's win, says party chief Sim

Even China supporting SUPP's win, says party chief Sim

S'WAK POLLS | BN's Batu Kawah candidate Sim Kui Hian tells Chinese it is unhealthy if they remain largely in the opposition camp.
Adenan willing to consider extending Azmin, Guan Eng's stay

Adenan willing to consider extending Azmin, Guan Eng's stay

S'WAK POLLS | The Sarawak caretaker CM said that he is willing to do so upon receiving their formal request.
BN candidate denies 'school allocation if BN wins' is bribery

BN candidate denies 'school allocation if BN wins' is bribery

S'WAK POLLS | LIVE BLOG DAY 6 | Malaysiakini team in Sarawak brings you the news as it takes place.
Political competition will boost rural development in S’wak

Political competition will boost rural development in S’wak

COMMENT | Some possible solutions to narrow the urban-rural divide.
Let Indira hug all her children again

Let Indira hug all her children again

COMMENT | Federal Court has ruled in her favour and its decision must be followed.
‘Zaid too quick to urge Pakatan Harapan’s demise’

‘Zaid too quick to urge Pakatan Harapan’s demise’

Amanah leaders say PKR-DAP seat tussle in S’wak, while serious, is not fatal for the pact.
Trio battle for hearts and minds of Batu Kitang voters

Trio battle for hearts and minds of Batu Kitang voters

S'WAK POLLS | A bookworm, a lawyer and an engineer cross swords in Chinese-majority seat.
Justice has prevailed for Indira Gandhi, or has it?

Justice has prevailed for Indira Gandhi, or has it?

YOURSAY | ‘Justice has been done. Now IGP must show proof that justice is seen to be done.’
It’s not Hang Tuah, it’s ‘Hang Tu-ha’ or ‘Hang Toh’, says don

It’s not Hang Tuah, it’s ‘Hang Tu-ha’ or ‘Hang Toh’, says don

A new book opens the door to another debate on the legendary warrior, this time on his name.
Kini Roundup: CM, MB ordered out of S’wak soon, PMO on the attack

Kini Roundup: CM, MB ordered out of S’wak soon, PMO on the attack

RECAP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
WSJ gave the ‘chosen one’ the kiss of death

WSJ gave the ‘chosen one’ the kiss of death

YOURSAY | ‘If Muhammad was a favourite, the PMO should have rebutted WSJ's assertion earlier.’
And the movie should be called Swindler’s List

And the movie should be called Swindler’s List

YOURSAY | ‘Mahathir will play a rather important role too, perhaps as a supporting actor.’
Apathy an attractive option

Apathy an attractive option

A choice between a pathetic opposition or a predatory gov’t.
Minimum wage to be reviewed every two years, says deputy minister

Minimum wage to be reviewed every two years, says deputy minister

He says National Wage Coordination Committee will ensure rates keep up with changing times.