Archive - 13 May 2016

Minister: Agong's hands tied on Citizens' Declaration petition

Minister: Agong's hands tied on Citizens' Declaration petition

No legal provision for the Agong to act on petition calling for the removal of the PM, says Salleh Keruak.
Academician names 'seven sins' of the S'wak opposition

Academician names 'seven sins' of the S'wak opposition

The mistakes that caused them to fare badly in the eyes of the people, with the worst being not portraying Taib Mahmud as the 'bad guy'.
Najib off to the United Kingdom, from May 15 to 16

Najib off to the United Kingdom, from May 15 to 16

PM will inaugurate the Malaysia-UK Investor Showcase Agenda organised by Mida.
Cash the factor BN used to grab S'wak rural seats, says analyst

Cash the factor BN used to grab S'wak rural seats, says analyst

James Chin expects 'cash is king' culture in the peninsular during the next general election.
Mahathir: BR1M revocation threat used to thwart declaration

Mahathir: BR1M revocation threat used to thwart declaration

He claims this was used against rural folk to prevent them from inking the declaration.

Inefficient street drainage blamed for KL flash floods

Inefficient street drainage blamed for KL flash floods

The drainage waterways have to be deepened as a short-term measure, says Environment Minister Wan Junaidi.
Sarawak Chinese cheated, claims state DAP

Sarawak Chinese cheated, claims state DAP

Nothing much had changed from the days Abdul Taib Mahmud helmed the administration, says Chong Chieng Jen.

SUPP chief says this is 'best we can do for now' but...

SUPP chief says this is 'best we can do for now' but...

'I trust Adenan will listen to the Chinese community as their mandate was to SUPP to be an integral part of his team'.

Adenan denies promising Chinese DCM, says only if SUPP, UPP won all seats

Adenan denies promising Chinese DCM, says only if SUPP, UPP won all seats

S'wak CM adds he only promised to appoint Chinese state ministers to represent the community.

Minister: Azmin will use state machinery for Sg Besar by-election

Minister: Azmin will use state machinery for Sg Besar by-election

Nazri Aziz is convinced that Pakatan Harapan will do what it has often accused the BN of doing.
Amanah Youth reminds Harapan leaders to uphold pact's integrity

Amanah Youth reminds Harapan leaders to uphold pact's integrity

Its chief says ongoing negotiations on candidates for the two by-elections would be the most critical test. 
Sarawak gets three deputy CMs, Sim not among them

Sarawak gets three deputy CMs, Sim not among them

This comes after Adenan, on April 28, urged Chinese voters to choose BN instead of DAP if they wanted a deputy CM.

Zahid: BN to field winnable, likeable candidates in by-elections

Zahid: BN to field winnable, likeable candidates in by-elections

The BN would shortlist the candidates and announce them a week before nomination day.
‘Involvement of top ministry officers in trafficking ring not ruled out’

‘Involvement of top ministry officers in trafficking ring not ruled out’

Zahid says investigations would continue to be carried out until the ring was quashed.
Dr M: Citizens' Declaration has more than one million signatures

Dr M: Citizens' Declaration has more than one million signatures

UPDATED 5.45PM | A total of 1.27 million signatures have been collected since the declaration was launched.

DAP plans to sue The Star over land reclamation motion report

DAP plans to sue The Star over land reclamation motion report

This is related to an opinion piece in the daily today on five Harapan reps who did not vote out the Umno motion.
Jelebu MP stable after undergoing brain surgery

Jelebu MP stable after undergoing brain surgery

UPDATED 11.50PM | Zainudin Ismail underwent surgery for a tumour in the brain at Kuala Lumpur Hospital.
‘Flood near Jln Tuanku Abdul Halim not caused by MRT project’

‘Flood near Jln Tuanku Abdul Halim not caused by MRT project’

MMC Gamuda says ground activities have been completed and continuously maintained.
Sons of top Malaysian politicians listed in Panama Papers

Sons of top Malaysian politicians listed in Panama Papers

Najib not the only Malaysian politician with a son who set up offshore accounts with Mossack Fonseca's help.

Malaysia to organise tripartite meeting on MH370 search

Malaysia to organise tripartite meeting on MH370 search

MH370 | It will be held in June/July, before the 120,000sq-km area search for the missing jet ends.
Is SB snooping on politicians too, MP wants IGP to answer

Is SB snooping on politicians too, MP wants IGP to answer

Liew says Khalid's statement does not answer if the Special Branch is monitoring Johor prince or not.

Najib wishes he could spend more time with family

Najib wishes he could spend more time with family

But the PM emphasises that rakyat are his family too.
Tharman takes over as S’pore finance minister after Heng suffers stroke

Tharman takes over as S’pore finance minister after Heng suffers stroke

Heng, 54, had been tipped as a potential successor to PM Lee Hsien Loong.
Nazri ready to 'bertumbuk' with any of PM's critics

Nazri ready to 'bertumbuk' with any of PM's critics

UPDATED 7PM| Umno minister answers Mukhriz's willingness to 'fight' him in defence of his father.

'Salleh would've scored low credit rating without RM71.4m fixed deposit'

'Salleh would've scored low credit rating without RM71.4m fixed deposit'

UPDATED 4.55PM | Rafizi testifies on NFC chief's loan application to purchase eight properties at KL Eco City.
After ticking-off, Penang to publicise Transport Master Plan reports

After ticking-off, Penang to publicise Transport Master Plan reports

Chow Kon Yeow says the state accepts Lim Mah Hui’s proposal to make them available.
Will dissenters stand behind Umno chief?

Will dissenters stand behind Umno chief?

Do they love the party more than their country?
Noose tightening slowly, but surely, says Pua on probe exposing SRC link

Noose tightening slowly, but surely, says Pua on probe exposing SRC link

DAP lawmaker tells Malaysians to have faith.

Bank Negara to give 1MDB 'reasonable time' to repatriate funds

Bank Negara to give 1MDB 'reasonable time' to repatriate funds

UPDATED 3.30PM | New governor says this is because 1MDB will use the money to restructure its debt obligations.

Victories will prove people back Najib, says Nazri

Victories will prove people back Najib, says Nazri

He reminds Umno that the results of the two by-elections will have a direct impact on PM.

Bersih unveils seven election offences in S'wak, slams 'incompetent' EC

Bersih unveils seven election offences in S'wak, slams 'incompetent' EC

UPDATED 2PM | Election watchdog says EC is not doing its job as the election gatekeeper properly.
Amount of fine for 1MDB will not be disclosed, says Bank Negara chief

Amount of fine for 1MDB will not be disclosed, says Bank Negara chief

UPDATED 2.30PM | Muhammad explains this is in line with the central bank's practice.

Malaysia’s growth drops to slowest pace in nearly seven years

Malaysia’s growth drops to slowest pace in nearly seven years

Weak exports and tepid domestic demand continue to hurt the trade-dependent nation.

Our own May 13 stories - a celebration of love

Our own May 13 stories - a celebration of love

Amid the bloodshed and destruction, there was comradeship at a time of crisis.
Resolve problems, not ration water, state PKR tells Johor

Resolve problems, not ration water, state PKR tells Johor

Take proactive steps like sourcing for alternative water supply, says state PKR. 
Six potential candidates for Sg Besar, says Selangor PAS

Six potential candidates for Sg Besar, says Selangor PAS

Selangor PAS hopes there won't be a three-corner fight, but is adamant that the party will contest.

Migrant workers flip-flop confirms gov’t lacks real strategy

Migrant workers flip-flop confirms gov’t lacks real strategy

MP SPEAKS | Migrant workers-industrial complex preventing plans for proper strategy.

Even Martians won't believe M'sia is democratic - Zunar goes E.T. on minister

Even Martians won't believe M'sia is democratic - Zunar goes E.T. on minister

'You are a very funny minister'. Cartoonist provides point-by-point rebuttal of Salleh's allegations against him.

Sungai Besar, K Kangsar by-elections on June 18

Sungai Besar, K Kangsar by-elections on June 18

UPDATED 1.15PM | Nomination day for the simultaneous by-elections will be on June 5.

In PM vs Ling, court to decide in July if Dr M’s affidavit valid

In PM vs Ling, court to decide in July if Dr M’s affidavit valid

This follows Najib’s application to strike out the former premier’s affidavit.
Penang exco, opposition leader cross swords over Taman Manggis flash mob

Penang exco, opposition leader cross swords over Taman Manggis flash mob

State exco Jagdeep accuses Umno's Jahara of inciting the flash mob and having 'malicious intentions'. 
Rafizi: PM should take leave until S’pore probe completed

Rafizi: PM should take leave until S’pore probe completed

UPDATED 2.10PM | This follows former private banker Yeo Jiawei facing charges related to SRC Int’l.
Najib: United, national, loyalty are foundations of Umno's strength

Najib: United, national, loyalty are foundations of Umno's strength

The three foundations have enabled Umno to become world's most successful political party so far, says PM.
Victory and insecurity - Sarawak results and trajectories

Victory and insecurity - Sarawak results and trajectories

‘Victory’ foreshadows serious problems ahead.
Mahathir: Umno leaders will be cursed, punished for party’s betrayal

Mahathir: Umno leaders will be cursed, punished for party’s betrayal

He says their 'blind support' for Najib will destroy the party and earn them retribution now and in the hereafter.
Muhyiddin: It's okay to call me names as long as rakyat understand

Muhyiddin: It's okay to call me names as long as rakyat understand

Ex-DPM says Citizens' Declaration was meant to get rid of Najib, not to ruin Umno.
‘Four things Parliament must do to redeem national honour’

‘Four things Parliament must do to redeem national honour’

Kit Siang says international media exposes yesterday constitute a triple shame for M’sia.
Vote out Najib to change PM, save BN, says Dr M

Vote out Najib to change PM, save BN, says Dr M

He calls on Pekan voters to help end the PM’s reign without taking BN down as well.
PAS will deliver surprise in Sg Besar, K Kangsar polls, vows Nik Abduh

PAS will deliver surprise in Sg Besar, K Kangsar polls, vows Nik Abduh

However, in a meeting last night the party did not discuss on candidates, he says.
How to fight Umno when Hadi is cosying up with PM?

How to fight Umno when Hadi is cosying up with PM?

YOURSAY | ‘PAS contesting the by-elections basically means giving away the two seats to BN.’
Analysts: Twin by-elections an indicator for BN in 81 marginal seats

Analysts: Twin by-elections an indicator for BN in 81 marginal seats

Merdeka Centre director Ibrahim Suffian adds controversial issues could also serve as a referendum for PM Najib.
Alas, so even royals are spied on by our ‘secret’ police

Alas, so even royals are spied on by our ‘secret’ police

YOURSAY | ‘It's their ‘if you are not with us you must be with them’ mantra.’

What M'sians should know about freedom of information

What M'sians should know about freedom of information

COMMENT | The R2Kmy campaign aims to push for greater freedom of information, a basic democratic right.
Brazil’s Rousseff slams ‘coup’ as former ally takes power

Brazil’s Rousseff slams ‘coup’ as former ally takes power

Suspended president vows to continue to fight her removal from office.
Kini Roundup: 1MDB probe in US, S’pore intensifies; Sg Besar polls in spotlight

Kini Roundup: 1MDB probe in US, S’pore intensifies; Sg Besar polls in spotlight

RECAP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
The three pigs and the big bad wolf in Malaysian politics

The three pigs and the big bad wolf in Malaysian politics

COMMENT | A house that is divided will be easily defeated in any election.
DAP rep ready to accept Jamal's challenge for face-off in Sungai Besar

DAP rep ready to accept Jamal's challenge for face-off in Sungai Besar

Ng Suee Lim says he views Jamal’s challenge to a debate as a mere political gimmick.
Najib, explain how your stepson amassed colossal wealth

Najib, explain how your stepson amassed colossal wealth

COMMENT | Surely it is not because of your ‘inheritance’. Or could it be your ‘donation’?
Can Pakatan bounce back in GE14?

Can Pakatan bounce back in GE14?

ANTIDOTE | Lashing out at Sarawakians is selfish, self-defeating, and really quite stupid.
Hisham’s dogs to part with ‘daddy’ if nine months’ jail upheld

Hisham’s dogs to part with ‘daddy’ if nine months’ jail upheld

Activist Hishamuddin Rais’ soft spot for animals helped keep him through his previous ISA detention.

Johor skipped rulers' meeting due to state military function

Johor skipped rulers' meeting due to state military function

The leaders had attended a function for the changing of flags of the Johor Military Force.
‘Yes, honour all 1MDB debts, but not with our money’

‘Yes, honour all 1MDB debts, but not with our money’

YOURSAY | ‘The gov’t will have to honour its debts. Do we really have a choice?’