Archive - 19 July 2016

Zambry says it's a serious matter, especially when there are claims the group is gathering weapons.

UPDATED 11.59PM | Penang CM was expected to attend PKR's political bureau meeting to consult it on polls for his state.

As Sarawak Report has leaked it, there’s no more reason to keep it secret, says the human rights group.

However S’gor MB says application from the organisers not received yet.

UPDATED 8.23PM | DAP must explain the purpose and necessity for an early state election to voters, it says.

This after Tunku Ismail claims he has in his possession a pendrive containing details on the alleged corruption.

But he agrees he said it was up to the public to decide if they will wait for GE14 to change the gov't.

Azalina was commenting on a statement by Dr Mahathir that he would set up a new party.

The announcement reflects a recent improvement in ties between the neighbours.

He also says no ransom demand has been made.

Mhd Amin Nordin says RM0.80 to RM2.00 is not that big, by right it should be RM5.00.

Lim Guan Eng says he was informed that about 65mm of rainfall was recorded yesterday.

The tugboat which was heading to Semporna from Sandakan was found abandoned.

UPDATED 8.42PM | Slated for 2026, the 350km trip from Bandar Malaysia to the island would take 90 minutes.

UPDATED 5.32PM | Permata undaunted by sceptics and critics, says PM's wife.

KL police chief says they would investigate the allegations once the MyWatch chief lodges a police report.

One news report claims PKR leaders are not keen on the idea of fresh polls.

The victims included 24 tourists from China, Taiwanese authorities say.

Flood victims were supplied with essential items such as blankets, mats, food as well as disaster kits, says welfare officer.

The commuters have to switch trains at the Chan Sow Lin station.

It will cost a motorist RM19.70 in toll for a journey from Kuala Terengganu to Cheneh.

Santoso, a supporter of IS, had been operating in the jungles of Sulawesi island.

Its Supreme Court orders her immediate release after five years under hospital arrest.

This is the question posed by an NGO in emphasising the need for new parties to have substance.

Two flood evacuation centres have been opened in Teluk Bahang and Teluk Kumbar.

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is utterly shocked and disgusted by the news of people being ruthlessly gunned down now being more frequent. As such CAP is demanding the government to set up a royal commission of inquiry (RCI) to inquire into and recommend measures to curb firearm incidents in the country.

This comes after the Islamic party’s Youth wing protests Selena Gomez concert to be held on July 25.

UPDATED 2.45PM |  Amendments are being drafted and it is unfair for outsiders to interfere with statements, says minister.

Lee Hsien Loong will also witness the signing of an MOU on the proposed High-Speed Rail.

Several pieces of land have yet to be developed, says the MB.

Gerakan's Tan Keng Liang is a 'small-time politician' and 'clown', they say.

It's cheaper and more effective, says its Bayan Baru division chief.

He says Umno would be better off focusing on shoring up support and strengthening itself.

The court also wants lawyers for SIB and MAIWP to do research on this matter.

COMMENT | 'So, Tun, it is not enough just to be anti-Najib to try and gain electoral support. We are wise enough.'

UPDATED 2.35PM | DAP has discussed holding a snap state election and is seeking feedback from coalition partners.

MP SPEAKS | Billions were poured into the blackhole, only to have the problem worsen.

Tan Keng Liang responds to DAP's decision to postpone party polls.

Priority for loan application approvals must be given to first-time buyers so that they can obtain affordable homes, he says.

Among others, match fixing allegations are not taken seriously by FAM, it claims.

UPDATED 3.30PM | Sabah police commissioner says police and families have yet to receive any ransom demands.

Concerns raised include its 'cash cow' nature, lack of consultation, and the public transportation's lack of connectivity.

UPDATED 12.25PM | Citing the spirit of democracy, the S'gor MB says formation of new political parties must be celebrated.

Turkey says it could reconsider its friendship with the US if it refuses to do so.

Political opponents have abandoned restraint to sharply criticise Hollande and his gov’t.

'If I was evil, Sweden wouldn't have given me PR,' Ali says in his Facebook posting.

Seriously, how pathetic can we get?

The announcement by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) that it is raising its parking charges has caught many by surprise. In some ways I understand, and perhaps even agree with, the need to raise parking charges in the Central Business District of Kuala Lumpur. On the surface of it, raising parking fees will mean less cars in the city. This will hence reduce traffic.

The 17-year-old, who entered Germany alone as a refugee, injured four passengers with a knife and an axe.

The Malaysia Consumers Movement (MCM) notes with disappointment Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s decision to drastically increase parking fees at several hotspots around the city. While the City Hall’s effort to discourage vehicles into the city, especially single occupant vehicles, is lauded, this policy when implemented may potentially cause greater concern than benefit.

The world is saddened by the murder of Pakistani social media celebrity Qandeel Baloch on Sunday, July 17, 2016. The 26-year-old was killed by her brother, who shows no regret over the crime conducted and had confessed he strangled her for “honour”.

Of these, 221 of them have departed to their respective destinations, Wisma Putra says.

COMMENT | He can play a big role in opening the eyes of those who have been sidelined.

The unanimous decision was taken at party's CEC meeting last night, says organising secretary Anthony Loke.

YOURSAY | ‘When the elders behave like thugs, the youths will behave in the same manner.’

These storms are expected in the waters off the peninsular states, including the East Coast and Sabah.

A low-cost terminal built at a rather high cost.

They have made a mess of things themselves, which they need to resolve first, says Selangor DAP chief.

YOURSAY | ‘What has MIC done to correct the wrongs done by Mahathir since he left the cabinet?’

YOURSAY | ‘No one needs to merely take Sarawak Report’s word for it.’

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

Between right and wrong, light and darkness.