Archive - 23 June 2016

Pudding suspected cause of the food poisoning.

The MyWatch chairperson allegedly demanded RM25,000 in protection money from a complainant.

The military and police believe sailors' wives victims of a scam.

He advises Muslim parents to disregard adverse news about immunisation.

Civil servants took oaths to protect such secrets, says the DPM.

Representatives from the Malaysian Gurdwaras Council led by its president Jagir Singh and representatives from Malaysian Hindu Sangam led by its president Mohan Shan met with the Higher Education Minister Idris Jusoh this morning at about 11.45am at the minister’s office.

Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) would like to extend its gratitude to the current Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner, Abu Kassim Mohamed, and Mohd Shukri Abdull as the deputy chief commissioner (operations), in view of their current reported retirement or non-renewal of their appointments in MACC.

UPDATED 10.02PM | 'We are happy but not that comfortable yet,' says the minister.

The minister says the country's reputation for good governance must be safeguarded.

KPIs raised because universities are improving, adds Idris Jusoh.

BN punishing them for being independent, claims the Islamist party.

The Swiss bank says the financial watchdog's procedure was 'flawed'.

The two argued and behaved in a disorderly manner at the police statiuon in Jinjang on June 21.

Terence Aslem de Mello gets 20 days’ jail after he pleaded guilty to the theft at a Japanese eatery.

Abu Kassim is appointed to the UN-recognised International Anti-Corruption Academy.

27 local men arrested in raids conducted under 'Ops Sogo'.

Its director says the report was made to clear the name of the department and the staff involved. 

MP SPEAKS | 'I was not frustrated by the election outcome, I'm relieved'.

By using such methods, the ruling coalition can find out what the voters really want, says MPN.

But the Selangor MB stresses that he could not abandon a coalition that was built since the reformasi era.

Mustafa Ali laments that the PKR leader can't give a final say now that he's with Harapan.

Action could not be taken on native land rights dispute due to the lack of evidence, says Miri police chief.

The MIC leader says voters exercised their democratic right to vote BN in the twin polls.

UPDATED 6.04PM | The ex-PM claims this is why the scourge of corruption has become widespread.

12 non-Islamic religious organisations back the unit that has been formed in the state CM’s Office.

Nor Hazira Abu Haiyan says the affidavit involves a point of law.

PKR Youth information chief says Hasan should take a sabbatical during the probe, as it involves the integrity of PAC.

Mahfuz says this in reference to an exco meeting held there yesterday.

The USDP says the new term would cause unnecessary problems between communities.

Political parties and supporters often side with those investigated for corruption, says deputy chief commissioner Shukri.

Is Najib trying to say that he is a khunsa (person with two genitals), Mahathir's lawyers want to know.

Rejecting these for contagious diseases that threaten lives is a sin in Islam, says Mohd Asri.

A third party investigation has shown that the locking mechanism is not reliable.

Results of the referendum are expected between 10.30am and noon tomorrow.

Muhammad Shafee says both parties also agreed to discuss to resolve the case.

But, Najib adds, he does not know after which year’s Hari Raya.

Rafizi, Akmal claim they were told of Abu Kassim, Shukri's imminent departure five months ago.

On June 18, Hun Sen rode a motorbike for fun for about 250m without wearing a helmet.

She is eager to begin work as the area’s new MP when the edah period is over.

Deputy chief commissioner Shukri, however, claims he never allowed interference to derail or stop investigations.

Opinion polls taken before the vote indicated the outcome is too close to forecast.

UPDATED 4.15PM | 'Any new policies announced? Zero. They have only been playing politics,' says Rahman.

He takes down his Facebook posting and quips it was giving him too much 'pahala'.

COMMENT | Written reply in parliament on custodial deaths raises more questions than answers.

The debate on the undersea tunnel will be held at 9pm on June 28, at the Caring Society Complex.

UPDATED 3.45PM | PM promises to share government’s wealth with the poor by allocating RM200 million, says Rahman Dahlan.

Latest propaganda video features a Malaysian calling on supporters to use whatever means to kill non-believers.

The chairperson was picked up by a police team near the Nilai toll plaza at 10.50pm yesterday.

Dr M is using it to as a platform to bring down the government, says wing’s deputy chief.

He explains it was to raise concern after DAP's opposition to Hadi's bill.

COMMENT | The big picture is this: Is there a chance to topple BN or not?

Dr Wan Azizah says this when asked about the possibility of Dr Mahathir replacing her as opposition leader.

The lecturer in question has provided explanations for the content used and facts presented.

He reveals that Selangor PAS has given its written commitment to support the current administration.

There have been a series of face-offs between Indonesian and Chinese vessels in the area.

The paper quotes PAS spiritual adviser Haron Din as saying Mahathir has about-turned from his long-held principles.

If the jury finds that Led Zeppelin lifted Taurus’ riff, they will rewrite music history.

UPDATED 2.20PM | Officials from the commission however deny that there was even a press conference in the first place.

UPDATED 2.05PM | 'This was my own request and I have stated many times previously – I will not resign due to pressure.'

Feasibility study and detailed design cost for undersea tunnel and three highways revealed in China partner’s website, it says.

Almost 1,500 business chiefs in Australia will be sleeping under the stars tonight.

Finding victory in the battle within.

This is to replace the front passenger airbag inflator.

Former deputy minister Gan Ping Sieu says EPF can adhere to Islamic ideals without dividing contributors.

He takes a swipe at those using derogatory terms to describe government aid.

He is responding to a person who questioned the importance of vaccination to prevent deaths, particularly among children.

NST reports the head of a NGO has been arrested for allegedly receiving cash from an illegal gambling operator.

Brickfields police chief says the commotion only took place between one taxi driver and an Uber driver.

YOURSAY | ‘The opposition pact has lost a golden opportunity because of betrayal within.’

In the Philippines press, four Malaysians were reportedly abducted in Sabah, Malaysia on June15, 2016 on Wednesday night, according to Senior Supt Joselito Salido, the provincial police director of Tawi-Tawi.

He will continue to serve as an anti-corruption service officer until his mandatory retirement in 2020.

It really should have been a happy occasion. Despite their safe return on June 8 of, not one, but all four Malaysians taken hostage by Abu Sayyaf in April off the coast of Pulau Ligitan, Sabah, this release was bound to rise questions.

Analysts say the opposition wrongly used urban tactics in rural seats, leading to their defeat.

Abu Kassim is believed to be replaced by a senior officer from the AG's Chambers.

EURO 2016 | A stoppage-time winner gives them a deserved 2-1 victory against Austria.

EURO 2016 | With Italy already guaranteed to top the group, Conte makes eight changes.

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines that you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

EURO 2016 | Radja Nainggolan’s shot after 84 minutes sends Belgium into the knockout stages.

Jasa DG Mohd Puad Zakarshi invokes God to defend Najib.

EURO 2016 | Ronaldo becomes the first player to score in four European Championships.

ANALYSIS | This is tantamount to a refusal to face the realities confronting the opposition.

YOURSAY | ‘This is what happens when corruption becomes a way of life.’

This is based on a Malaysiakini simulation using the 2013 polls results and the recent by-elections scenario.

YOURSAY | ‘Hadi, oh, Hadi, how many more ways can we describe thee?’