Archive - 6 May 2016

So SUPP did benefit from Najib’s ‘donation’?

So SUPP did benefit from Najib’s ‘donation’?

YOURSAY | ‘Whose pocket did the party officials allegedly funnel the cash into?’

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Will the Chinese swing back to BN in Sarawak?

Will the Chinese swing back to BN in Sarawak?

YOURSAY | ‘The number of urban poor is significant, but their priority may not be 1MDB.’

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The choice - more of the same or go for change

The choice - more of the same or go for change

YOURSAY | ‘By now, you know what you will get with BN. Is that good enough?’

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Zahid wants BN parties to close ranks

Zahid wants BN parties to close ranks

S'WAK POLLS | Help ensure Adenan becomes chief minister again, says DPM at a Rela gathering in Marudi.

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Adenan needs all the mandate he can get

Adenan needs all the mandate he can get

Politics is never a straightforward business. It is topsy-turvy.

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At least RM382.8m announced for S’wak as it heads to the polls

At least RM382.8m announced for S’wak as it heads to the polls

S'WAK POLLS | These are allocations for projects which have been approved or were announced during campaign period.

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What a flight it was!

What a flight it was!

Journalist recounts his harrowing experience flying the same route as ill-fated helicopter.

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Grief engulfs residence of MP still missing in copter crash

Grief engulfs residence of MP still missing in copter crash

Kin and friends of Kuala Kangsar parliamentarian consoled his family members, after receiving news about the chopper fragment.

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Minister: Explain RM305m for Penang tunnel project paperwork

Minister: Explain RM305m for Penang tunnel project paperwork

It is a massive amount to pay just for paperwork and reports on undersea tunnel project, says Abdul Rahman.

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EC expects full polls results to be late due to weather factor

EC expects full polls results to be late due to weather factor

S’WAK POLLS | Originally it expected all the results to be in by 11pm, but this might change.

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Denied outside support, S'wak DAP makes do with local firepower

Denied outside support, S'wak DAP makes do with local firepower

S'WAK POLLS | Campaign is held well enough, though with nominal party support from peninsular and Sabah.

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'Act against ex-1MDB directors for possible breach of duty'

'Act against ex-1MDB directors for possible breach of duty'

Lawyers want Finance Ministry, 1MDB to commence investigations.

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Blatant election offences by BN, says election watchdog

Blatant election offences by BN, says election watchdog

S'WAK POLLS | It alleges it has seen instances of money politics, vote buying, mistreatment of voters.

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Let my heroes stop the bleeding, Azmin tells voters

Let my heroes stop the bleeding, Azmin tells voters

S’WAK POLLS | PKR number two says party candidates are passionate and committed.

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Malaysia rises in The Economist's crony capitalism index

Malaysia rises in The Economist's crony capitalism index

It is just one notch shy of being crowned the worst, losing out to Russia, says the business publication.

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Otak rosak! Portal slams negative comments on heli crash

Otak rosak! Portal slams negative comments on heli crash

'Some were praying that the prime minister was on board, are you mad?'

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High Court recommends mediation in Noor Farida Ariffin’s suit

High Court recommends mediation in Noor Farida Ariffin’s suit

This is on the G25 spokesperson’s defamation suit against a businessman for his article.

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Kevin cremated because of body's condition, says brother

Kevin cremated because of body's condition, says brother

Richard tells court he did not follow Catholic practice of burial because no church would let in a body in such state.

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Sarawacky election antics

Sarawacky election antics

Revolt even more overdue than ever.

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Tears flow as Noriah's remains arrive at police headquarters

Tears flow as Noriah's remains arrive at police headquarters

I was there to send her off and I need to be here to see her, says minister Rohani Karim, who was overcome with grief.

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Harapan supporters 'confused' over DAP-PKR clash

Harapan supporters 'confused' over DAP-PKR clash

S’WAK POLLS | For voters in Ngemah, the seat dispute is illogical and unnecessary.

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Liow: Helicopter services to continue despite S’wak tragedy

Liow: Helicopter services to continue despite S’wak tragedy

Transport minister says air traffic control centre will monitor all aspects related to flights.

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'1MDB may function illegally without new board of directors'

'1MDB may function illegally without new board of directors'

It will breach the Companies Act if it does not do so after May 31, says lawyer.

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Bidayuh heartland hopes for change as election day dawns

Bidayuh heartland hopes for change as election day dawns

COMMENT | For them, ‘people power’ means bringing change through the ballot box.

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I'm flying to the clouds - her words before Kuching trip

I'm flying to the clouds - her words before Kuching trip

The deputy minister says this in Facebook chat with National Unity Dept officer from her constituency.

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BN's 'sideburns' recalls grandad, Christian upbringing in last-minute appeal

BN's 'sideburns' recalls grandad, Christian upbringing in last-minute appeal

S’WAK POLLS | Hii King Chiong vows to quit if he does not deliver on his promises after being elected.

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Sarawak votes, while Sarawakian natives choke

Sarawak votes, while Sarawakian natives choke

ANTIDOTE | The rural communities of Baram have been fighting on two fronts.

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Last contact with helicopter three minutes after flight

Last contact with helicopter three minutes after flight

Pieces of the crashed aircraft found near the Batang Lupar River in Sebuyau this morning.

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Mindset war in Baram

Mindset war in Baram

The Baram Dam area and arena covers three state constituencies; of N76, N77, and N78. The NGOs of ‘Stop Baram Dam,’ their friends plus allies, and the natives of Orang Ulu of Baram communities; of various heritages, cultures and local practices are involved in the Upper Baram battle.

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Prove money politics in Sarawak claim, Nancy defies Kit Siang

Prove money politics in Sarawak claim, Nancy defies Kit Siang

Lim’s allegation that voters are bribed up to RM2,000 is nothing more than a political gimmick, says minister.

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Bungalow seller, KLIDC owner give statements to MACC

Bungalow seller, KLIDC owner give statements to MACC

Phang Li Koon and Tang Yong Chew were summoned to its Putrajaya office for their statements to be recorded.

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'PAS bound to face another shake-up after sacking Husam'

'PAS bound to face another shake-up after sacking Husam'

It is because ex-veep still has influence in party, says Amanah.

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Following car-in-sewer-hole mishap, where are the authorities?

Following car-in-sewer-hole mishap, where are the authorities?

COMMENT | It’s the attitude of client, contractor and sub-contractor that needs to be looked at.

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S’pore, Australia expand military cooperation in US$1.7b deal

S’pore, Australia expand military cooperation in US$1.7b deal

The deal comes amid rising tensions between much of Asia and China.

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‘Trump of the East’ widens lead in last poll before Philippine vote

‘Trump of the East’ widens lead in last poll before Philippine vote

The poll put Duterte’s support at 33pct, with his main rival, Grace Poe, at 22pct.

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Sarawakians, ensure PBB doesn’t become Umno-like

Sarawakians, ensure PBB doesn’t become Umno-like

COMMENT | Only a strong opposition representation will ensure ‘A Better Sarawak’.

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DCA: Hornbill Skyways operations will not be grounded

DCA: Hornbill Skyways operations will not be grounded

However, its director-general Azharuddin says the department is monitoring it closely.

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Body of crash victim found is that of deputy minister

Body of crash victim found is that of deputy minister

UPDATED 3.55PM | Minister Rohani Karim confirms the body found near river is that of Noriah Kasnon.

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My plea to all Sarawakians as Malaysians

My plea to all Sarawakians as Malaysians

Fifty years of BN rule, and we still address Sarawak as being largely rural and poor.

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Lift ban on politicians, Amnesty International tells Sarawak

Lift ban on politicians, Amnesty International tells Sarawak

S'WAK POLLS | Such curbs are an attempt to silence gov't critics, says the rights group.

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The ‘racial politics’ of Adenan

The ‘racial politics’ of Adenan

“I am not only the chief minister of the Malays, of the Chinese, or of the Ibans and so on but a chief minister for everyone. I am the chief minister of ALL THE PEOPLE, including the opposition...” - Adenan Satem (June 24, 2014)

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S’pore slaps three more charges on ex-banker in 1MDB probe

S’pore slaps three more charges on ex-banker in 1MDB probe

This brings the total number of charges against 33-year-old Yeo Jiawei to six.

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Sarawak sends Selangor MB back, PKR says 'black' day

Sarawak sends Selangor MB back, PKR says 'black' day

S'WAK POLLS | Azmin barred from entering Sarawak upon arrival at Kuching International Airport.

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Analyst: S'wak's rural north can expect little goodies from BN

Analyst: S'wak's rural north can expect little goodies from BN

UPDATED 3PM | S'WAK POLLS | Opposition meanwhile will respond with chain letters, says UM's Awang Azman.

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PAS axes Husam, decision brings tears

PAS axes Husam, decision brings tears

UPDATED 1.16PM | The disciplinary committee found his actions to be in breach of the party's constitution.

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Solicitor-general didn't resign, opted for early retirement

Solicitor-general didn't resign, opted for early retirement

UPDATED 11.40AM | Azailiza Mohd Ahad used after-50 civil service option right, says chief secretary to gov’t.

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Fellow Sarawakians, will you vote for more abuse?

Fellow Sarawakians, will you vote for more abuse?

COMMENT | Will Sarawakians vote for change tomorrow, or vote for more of the same abuse suffered all these years?

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Parts of missing copter found near Batang Lupar River, says PM

Parts of missing copter found near Batang Lupar River, says PM

UPDATED 12.35PM | The prime minister confirms that the helicopter was carrying six people.

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CM enters MACC Penang, lone protester calls for his safety

CM enters MACC Penang, lone protester calls for his safety

UPDATED 10.45AM | Lim and his wife are being questioned on purchase of a bungalow for RM2.8m.

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Wrong, Hadi, DAP’s choice of CM likely Dayak

Wrong, Hadi, DAP’s choice of CM likely Dayak

MP SPEAKS | It’s sad and shocking to see PAS advocating such narrow and divisive politics in Sarawak.

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Dayaks likely to be kingmakers in Chinese-majority Miri

Dayaks likely to be kingmakers in Chinese-majority Miri

S’WAK POLLS | With some Chinese voters expected to swing to BN, Dayak votes are now even more crucial.

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Yong shocks Kuching crowd with news of Chiew's miscarriage

Yong shocks Kuching crowd with news of Chiew's miscarriage

S'WAK POLLS | LIVE BLOG DAY 12 | Scheduled events and unexpected happenings on the campaign trail.

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Other countries taking action and it’s not even their money

Other countries taking action and it’s not even their money

YOURSAY | ‘Banks have frozen accounts that are being investigated and some of the people charged.’

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Focus on the journey, not the destination

Focus on the journey, not the destination

I refer to my article ‘Be inclusive to achieve vision’ (The Star, April 28) and the Performance Management and Delivery Unit’s (Pemandu) response in the Malay Mail on May 3, 2016.

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Stopping 'change' - Sarawak's electoral battlegrounds

Stopping 'change' - Sarawak's electoral battlegrounds

Slowly-shifting sands in S’wak political landscape.

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Someone jumped the gun in clearing Phang over SD?

Someone jumped the gun in clearing Phang over SD?

YOURSAY | ‘As is invariably the case, the right hand doesn't know what the left hand is doing.’

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Strange that Adenan let 'racist' Hadi into Sarawak

Strange that Adenan let 'racist' Hadi into Sarawak

YOURSAY | 'Hadi is welcomed into Sarawak by Adenan - no special permission, no deadline to leave...'

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Search efforts to focus on Sri Aman, Simunjan and Betong

Search efforts to focus on Sri Aman, Simunjan and Betong

A multi-agency team heads off to find the missing copter at 6am this morning.

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Ahmad Shabery was to have boarded missing copter

Ahmad Shabery was to have boarded missing copter

Berita Harian reports the minister’s near miss when he changed his plan and boarded another craft instead.

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Bersih balloon drop artist nabbed because words ‘provocative’

Bersih balloon drop artist nabbed because words ‘provocative’

An officer tells the court if the balloons had no words and were not yellow, they would not have arrested Bilqis.

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Kini roundup: Hunt for missing copter, S'wak campaign heats up

Kini roundup: Hunt for missing copter, S'wak campaign heats up

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

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‘S’wak agreed to delay royalty talks because of oil slump’

‘S’wak agreed to delay royalty talks because of oil slump’

State minister Amar Abang Johari claims the state agreed to delay asking for 20pct royalties because of dropping oil prices.

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Sarawak police rebut claims missing helicopter landed in Sri Aman

Sarawak police rebut claims missing helicopter landed in Sri Aman

UPDATED 1.34AM | State commissioner confirms there are six people on board.

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