Archive - 21 May 2016

Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters found safe

Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters found safe

MMEA says the boat was detected about 25 nautical miles south-east of Tanjung Sedili, near Kota Tinggi.

Kayveas: Dear Dr M, we stand by Najib because we learnt from you

Kayveas: Dear Dr M, we stand by Najib because we learnt from you

MyPPP chief says BN leaders had stood behind Mahathir while he was PM but all those who opposed him were removed.
Smoke reported on EgyptAir flight prior to crash

Smoke reported on EgyptAir flight prior to crash

But an investigation agency cautions that no conclusion could yet be drawn as to what caused Flight MS804 to crash

Why the Penang gov't has more answering to do on the undersea tunnel

Why the Penang gov't has more answering to do on the undersea tunnel

COMMENT | 'The Penang gov't needs to provide straight answers'.

DG: Jakim will let Jaipp, authorities to probe apostate couple first

DG: Jakim will let Jaipp, authorities to probe apostate couple first

'We must find the best way to get them back on the right track,' says Othman Mustapha.

Another 14 individuals nabbed, suspected of links to IS militants

Another 14 individuals nabbed, suspected of links to IS militants

Deputy IGP says all the latest suspects detained were local residents, aged between 22 and 49 years.

'Key factor in by-elections will be Dr M and rebels, not opposition's unity'

'Key factor in by-elections will be Dr M and rebels, not opposition's unity'

'For Najib to suffer a humiliating defeat, there must be a split of Umno's support base,' says political analyst.
Ismail Sabri: Let opposition fight on over Sg Besar, Umno must unite

Ismail Sabri: Let opposition fight on over Sg Besar, Umno must unite

He tells his party the candidate doesn't matter, it's a party to party fight.
'Najib spoke to Bank Negara governor, got permission to bring in RM2.6b'

'Najib spoke to Bank Negara governor, got permission to bring in RM2.6b'

Jasa's Puad Zarkashi says Umno leaders had sought a meeting with Najib as soon as WSJ broke the news. 

BN members reminded to avoid internal conflict in by-elections

BN members reminded to avoid internal conflict in by-elections

Ismail Sabri says even a slight misunderstanding could cause the BN to face a difficult path.

Kho Jabing’s remains set to arrive in Miri this evening

Kho Jabing’s remains set to arrive in Miri this evening

Jabing was expected to be laid to rest at the 1st Mile Muslim Cemetery in Miri.

Ku Nan defends referring Muhyiddin, Mukhriz to supreme council

Ku Nan defends referring Muhyiddin, Mukhriz to supreme council

He says letting the top leaders decide on the duo's cases is not against party rules.

Fishing boat with 12 Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters

Fishing boat with 12 Malaysians missing in Pulau Aur waters

The report on their disappearance was lodged by the boat owner at about 6.30pm yesterday.

Kit Siang: One-to-one not a factor in Sg Besar, Kuala Kangsar

Kit Siang: One-to-one not a factor in Sg Besar, Kuala Kangsar

DAP supremo says Umno can only be defeated in the twin by-elections with the advent of a 'game changer'.
What is democracy?

What is democracy?

Democracy is a system of governance that gives all qualified citizens an equal opportunity of involvement in the creation of laws, proposals, and general development. This is possible through direct action by the citizens or via elected officials who forge forth collective interests.

Unisel prof denies 'PKR's top choice in Sg Besar' speculation

Unisel prof denies 'PKR's top choice in Sg Besar' speculation

'Just a hearsay. It was never even discussed by Keadilan's top leadership,' says the political analyst.
Harapan's unacceptable tolerance of corruption

Harapan's unacceptable tolerance of corruption

COMMENT | 'In the reformed Malaysia, there must be zero-tolerance of corruption'.

Stop Najib from turning M'sia into prison state, says Kit Siang

Stop Najib from turning M'sia into prison state, says Kit Siang

He says Suhakam needs to give cabinet a lesson on the country's laws as they are 'woefully ignorant' of the constitution.
What laws being applied in travel bans, asks lawyer

What laws being applied in travel bans, asks lawyer

Lawyer Syahredzan Johan argues there is no such law to bar anyone with a valid passport, unless decided by a court.
AG: MACC yet to submit 'bungalow-gate' investigation papers

AG: MACC yet to submit 'bungalow-gate' investigation papers

The anti-graft body is still probing the case involving the Penang CM, says Mohamad Apandi.

S'gor PAS chief adamant Sg Besar is theirs, others to stand down

S'gor PAS chief adamant Sg Besar is theirs, others to stand down

Iskandar Abdul Samad says other parties should not question the party's decision.
MCMC intensifies probe into false Bernama news on T'ganu Umno

MCMC intensifies probe into false Bernama news on T'ganu Umno

The purportedly false articles include those on alleged upcoming Terengganu state polls.

Exco Iskandar Samad dismisses speculations over 'quit ultimatum'

Exco Iskandar Samad dismisses speculations over 'quit ultimatum'

The Selangor PAS chief says what transpired in their Wednesday meet with Azmin is 'unimportant'.
Azmin, time to show PAS that rakyat are the boss

Azmin, time to show PAS that rakyat are the boss

YOURSAY | ‘If you have one foot in each camp, you will soon fall flat on your face.’
Zahid urges old media to hold tight to journalism ethics

Zahid urges old media to hold tight to journalism ethics

He says online journalists are not restricted by ethical standards of the profession.

Thrills on two wheels at Gunung Jerai

Thrills on two wheels at Gunung Jerai

An insight into how good things can happen.

Larceny, lunacy and lies

Larceny, lunacy and lies

The regime is also a law unto itself.

Kini Roundup: Jho Low offloads assets, S’gor MB denies graft claim

Kini Roundup: Jho Low offloads assets, S’gor MB denies graft claim

RECAP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
How to revive 1MDB if banks are giving up on it?

How to revive 1MDB if banks are giving up on it?

YOURSAY | ‘As long as the PM continues to be finance minister, banks want no part in it.’
Summon Jho Low 'if needed'? You must be kidding, DPM

Summon Jho Low 'if needed'? You must be kidding, DPM

YOURSAY | ‘For goodness sake, this man should have been called up a long time ago.’
Denmark shatters Malaysia's hopes of bringing back Thomas Cup

Denmark shatters Malaysia's hopes of bringing back Thomas Cup

Malaysia goes down 3-2 in a thrilling semi-final in Kunshan.