Archive - 24 June 2016

Berita Harian journalist dies after accident in Putrajaya

Berita Harian journalist dies after accident in Putrajaya

Mohd Hamizar was riding a motorcycle when he was involved in the accident near the National Cancer Institute.

Ku Nan jokes about pants slipping off on by-elections night

Ku Nan jokes about pants slipping off on by-elections night

The Umno sec-gen laughs, saying many Umno Wanita and Puteri members were ‘thrilled’ by the incident.

Drugs worth RM121.1m seized, more than 90,000 arrested

Drugs worth RM121.1m seized, more than 90,000 arrested

This is the result of actions by the police force between Jan 1 and June 14, says Bukit Aman.

Sacking of Muhyiddin, Mukhriz shows Umno is serious about indiscipline

Sacking of Muhyiddin, Mukhriz shows Umno is serious about indiscipline

Party is very concerned by actions of the two who are in cahoots with the opposition, says sec-gen Ku Nan.

July 1 decision on Bilqis Hijjas' balloon incident at mall

July 1 decision on Bilqis Hijjas' balloon incident at mall

For releasing yellow balloons at an event attended by the prime minister and his wife in August last year.

Following Brexit, Britain to continue focusing on Malaysia

Following Brexit, Britain to continue focusing on Malaysia

It will focus on further strengthening ties for mutual interest, says British High Commission.

Gov’t considering July 8 as a special public holiday

Gov’t considering July 8 as a special public holiday

This, expected to be the third day of Syawal, is being looked into for all states where Friday is a working day.

We’re well positioned to face any volatility post-Brexit, says PM

We’re well positioned to face any volatility post-Brexit, says PM

Malaysia has the sound fundamentals, diversified economic structure required, says Najib.

Car bursts into flames as child plays with lighter at petrol station

Car bursts into flames as child plays with lighter at petrol station

This takes place in the car the child was sitting inside, when his mother pumped fuel at a Kelantan petrol station.

A real miss for a futuristic new world order with Brexit win

A real miss for a futuristic new world order with Brexit win

I suppose the UK, being a founding member of the EU, should have seized the opportunity in the common interest of the European community to provide strong leadership most needed to foster unity to help bring about a lasting role model example of a prosperous EU, to then lend support to other regional groupings, to help bring about the futuristic eventuality of a new world order in the establishment of a One World One Dream community.

PKR rep claims trial to charge of obstructing police duties

PKR rep claims trial to charge of obstructing police duties

Chan Ming Kai was alleged to have obstructed policemen at a communication project.

What Brexit could mean for the UK economy

What Brexit could mean for the UK economy

The vote is expected to deliver at least a short-term hit to growth in Britain and might push it into recession.

MyCC imposes RM2.27m in penalties on MyEG services

MyCC imposes RM2.27m in penalties on MyEG services

This is on MyEG Services Bhd for abusing its dominant position in online Foreign Workers Permit renewals.

No more funding for Mahathir's foundation, Umno decides

No more funding for Mahathir's foundation, Umno decides

UPDATED 7.41PM | 'There must be some kind of a reaction from the party, or else we will be seen as being impotent.'

Rahman Dahlan: Too early for Cameron to resign, should have waited

Rahman Dahlan: Too early for Cameron to resign, should have waited

UPDATED 8.30PM | He should have stepped down when things are more stable, says minister.

Umno supreme council sacks Muhyiddin, Mukhriz

Umno supreme council sacks Muhyiddin, Mukhriz

Vice-president Shafie Apdal has been slapped with a suspension.

Q & A: With Britain voting to leave the EU, what's next for Europe?

Q & A: With Britain voting to leave the EU, what's next for Europe?

Britain has been an EU member for 43 years. Leaving the bloc could turn out to be a long and difficult process.

E-commerce tops list of consumer complaints, says NCCC

E-commerce tops list of consumer complaints, says NCCC

These hit a high of 7,692 complaints, an increase of almost 2,000 complaints from 2013.

Is PAS backing IS declaration of war on M'sia, asks MCA

Is PAS backing IS declaration of war on M'sia, asks MCA

If not, its Youth chief wants to know whether the Islamist party will condemn the 'kill non-believers' video.

‘Malaysia’s trade won’t be significantly affected by Brexit’

‘Malaysia’s trade won’t be significantly affected by Brexit’

Ong Ka Chuan says the global trade direction is still on the right track.

Perhaps 'we' should resign too, Ambiga responds to PM's tweet

Perhaps 'we' should resign too, Ambiga responds to PM's tweet

She does not know whether to laugh or cry over Najib's 'democrats' comment.

Cop acquitted of ‘enticing married woman for sex’

Cop acquitted of ‘enticing married woman for sex’

The complainant, the woman’s husband, had withdrawn the police report against him.

Surendran's bid to strike out sedition charge dismissed

Surendran's bid to strike out sedition charge dismissed

High Court judge says he does not see that the sedition charge amounted to an interference of a lawyer’s duty.

A case for one unified opposition party in Malaysia

A case for one unified opposition party in Malaysia

ADUN SPEAKS | Pakatan Harapan should not aim to become Pakatan Rakyat 2.0.

Muslim groups lobby for Hadi's bill at National Mosque

Muslim groups lobby for Hadi's bill at National Mosque

The peaceful gathering lasted about 15 minutes.

You are not a politician, Penang exco reminds Pahang mufti

You are not a politician, Penang exco reminds Pahang mufti

Mufti Abdul Rahman's statement that DAP is 'kafir harbi' confuses Muslims, says Abdul Malik Abul Kassim.

Dr M: Go ahead, seize Perdana Leadership Foundation

Dr M: Go ahead, seize Perdana Leadership Foundation

UPDATED 4.35PM | 'I know and am used to life without privileges, I only grieve when I think of this beloved country's future.'

Brexit it is!

Brexit it is!

COMMENT | This vote saw a return to the politics of anger and estrangement.

High Court dismisses SIS' challenge against 'deviant' fatwa

High Court dismisses SIS' challenge against 'deviant' fatwa

UPDATED 4.19PM | Court rules that the matter falls under jurisdiction of the Syariah Court.

Cameron to resign, Najib says as democrats, vote must be respected

Cameron to resign, Najib says as democrats, vote must be respected

Acknowledging that the people have chosen a different path, British PM says they need a new leader.

Leading Index down 1.1pct in April

Leading Index down 1.1pct in April

The index monitors Malaysia’s economic performance in advance.

Can anti-hudud BN parties be slain too, asks DAP member

Can anti-hudud BN parties be slain too, asks DAP member

Since they oppose hudud too, why are they not labelled kafir harbi? asks Edry.

Mufti pouring fuel into IS fire, says MCA leader

Mufti pouring fuel into IS fire, says MCA leader

Ti Lian Ker criticises Pahang mufti over his remarks on DAP, reminds him not to make political statements.

Salleh: Abu Kassim has taken MACC to greater heights of excellence

Salleh: Abu Kassim has taken MACC to greater heights of excellence

Minister hopes that more outstanding officers could be produced and emulate Abu Kassim's performance. 

Robbers blow up two ATMs at Putatan, flee with cash

Robbers blow up two ATMs at Putatan, flee with cash

Police did not rule out the possibility that the same men had robbed an ATM in Membakut.

Showdown talks soon over KLIA2 rebranding

Showdown talks soon over KLIA2 rebranding

The talks will be between MAHB, Airsia and the Transport Ministry.

A reply to Howard Lee Chuan How

A reply to Howard Lee Chuan How

On June 2, 2016, Turkey was manipulatively and inaccurately portrayed in the article titled ‘The Dangerous Road to Autocracy’ published in Malaysiakini and authored by DAP (Democratic Action Party) Socialist Youth international secretary, Perak Dapsy chief and Pasir Pinji assemblyperson Howard Lee Chuan How, which purports unsubstantiated claims targeting both our President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Najib Abdul Razak, the prime minister of the friendly nation Malaysia.

Mufti confirms classifying DAP as 'can be slain' kafir harbi

Mufti confirms classifying DAP as 'can be slain' kafir harbi

UPDATED 2PM | Abdul Rahman Osman however says this applies to all 'infidels' who oppose Islam.

Deputy president says no 'Azmin camp' or 'Rafizi camp' in PKR

Deputy president says no 'Azmin camp' or 'Rafizi camp' in PKR

Azmin denies speculation on the existence of factions in the opposition party.

Sterling, stocks plunge as UK on brink of leaving EU

Sterling, stocks plunge as UK on brink of leaving EU

The sterling pound falls as early voting returns suggested Britain is on the brink of leaving the European Union.

Swiss top court orders UBS Bank to release documents on Musa Aman

Swiss top court orders UBS Bank to release documents on Musa Aman

UPDATED 5.16PM | The bank may be charged with money-laundering in a corruption case linked to Sabah CM.

Stone-hearted Dr M doesn't care if Chinese win, says Tunku Aziz

Stone-hearted Dr M doesn't care if Chinese win, says Tunku Aziz

'Can we conclude that Mahathir was PM for 35 years, and not 22 years'.

DAP rep's car sprayed with red paint by stalker

DAP rep's car sprayed with red paint by stalker

UPDATED 12.25PM | Yeo says her car was sprayed a second time by someone who has been disturbing her for the past three years.

Zunar asks more to join him across 'line of fear'

Zunar asks more to join him across 'line of fear'

The cartoonist says he has overcome fear of government reprisal and others have to do the same, for change.

Cops probing Jho Low-Good Star link

Cops probing Jho Low-Good Star link

UPDATED 12.05PM | This is after Reuters confirmed Jho Low owned the firm.

TMI to apologise to MRCB to settle defamation suit

TMI to apologise to MRCB to settle defamation suit

UPDATED 12.28PM | The apology will be published in The Edge Financial Daily and Edge Market, both owned by The Edge Media Group. 

Britain votes to leave EU in historic divorce

Britain votes to leave EU in historic divorce

UPDATED 1.25PM | Sterling suffered its biggest one-day fall of more than 9pct against the dollar.

IGP: More claim extorted by MyWatch chief

IGP: More claim extorted by MyWatch chief

UPDATED 11.45AM | Three came forward claiming Sanjeevan had extorted them, says Khalid.

Voting for 'Bremain', a no-brainer?

Voting for 'Bremain', a no-brainer?

COMMENT | A M'sian student explains why he voted in UK's referendum yesterday on the European Union.

Ringgit hits seven-week high as polls flag Bremain

Ringgit hits seven-week high as polls flag Bremain

The ringgit rose as much as 1.2 percent to 3.9700 per dollar, its strongest since May 4.

Foreign minister: Seven Indonesian sailors kidnapped in Philippines

Foreign minister: Seven Indonesian sailors kidnapped in Philippines

Six of the 13 crew on board were freed and were on their way back, says Retno Marsudi.

Come back if you dare, IGP tells Islamic State

Come back if you dare, IGP tells Islamic State

UPDATE 11.28AM | We are not frightened by this, says Khalid, responding to a grim warning from IS in a video. 

Dr M insists nothing against Anwar now, but…

Dr M insists nothing against Anwar now, but…

He remains unrepentant about what he did to the PKR leader during his time as prime minister.

Without PAS, it’s going to be a long haul for Harapan

Without PAS, it’s going to be a long haul for Harapan

YOURSAY | ‘Harapan (and PAS) need to sit down once and for all to thresh out issues.’

Led Zeppelin victorious in ‘Stairway to Heaven’ copyright trial

Led Zeppelin victorious in ‘Stairway to Heaven’ copyright trial

The jury found substantial differences between ‘Stairway to Heaven’ and ‘Taurus’.

'Change of guard in MACC; speculations on early GE14; vaccination row'

'Change of guard in MACC; speculations on early GE14; vaccination row'

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

Angkasa targets 600 syariah-compliant credit cooperatives by 2020

Angkasa targets 600 syariah-compliant credit cooperatives by 2020

Angkatan Koperasi Kebangsaan Malaysia targets more than 600 credit cooperatives nationwide to be syariah-compliant.

Perhaps God not on Najib’s side on Good Star

Perhaps God not on Najib’s side on Good Star

YOURSAY | ‘To simply not comment when troubling news is revealed should not be tolerated.’

Grateful MyDeposit recipients leaning towards BN

Grateful MyDeposit recipients leaning towards BN

Most are thinking of casting their votes for the ruling coalition in the next national polls.

MACC joins the dark side, the Empire has won

MACC joins the dark side, the Empire has won

YOURSAY | ‘I hope the MACC Academy can teach recruits to be honest.’

'More will abandon taxis if Uber, GrabCar harassed'

'More will abandon taxis if Uber, GrabCar harassed'

Don't act according to emotion, advises Spad chief Syed Hamid.