Archive - 22 July 2016

MH370 | All parties still optimistic the aircraft will be found in the south of Indian Ocean, says deputy minister.

He says it is intriguing that the US Department of Justice did not communicate with 1MDB.

MH370 | They are disappointed by the decision to suspend the search for the missing flight.

She pleaded guilty to an armed robbery involving more than RM700,000.

Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim wants to resolve the problem of alleged corruption in FAM on his own.

He also says Najib will ensure no one is above the law.

The hashtag makes its debut on social media, after the mockery Najib endured from #MalaysianOfficial1 hashtag.

It's focused on possible money laundering linked to the state-owned fund, it says.

UPDATED 9PM | Ex-DPM tells AG to check with his US counterpart on the identity of 'Malaysian Official 1'

This is over Rafizi's exposé on auditor-general’s report on 1MDB which is classified under OSA.

The gov’t needs at least 50 to 60 such medical practitioners, says Dr S Jeyaindran.

In Pendang, 97 were being accommodated at a hall, while in Yan 48 were housed in two suraus.

A prime minister who is responsible and with integrity would have expressed shock over the allegations, says ex-DPM.

Faiz Fadzil urges Malaysians not to be duped into thinking that the action taken by DOJ is only a civil matter, hence not serious.

The court also dismisses KJ's application for stay of this decision.

Magistrate Zuhair Rosli handed down the sentence on Aslizan Zabidin, 43.

She is charged with causing hurt on a woman using an iron object.

Trams are not practical, says exco.

The Sessions Court in Ipoh sets Aug 4, 5 and 12 for re-mention of Fathi Munzir Nadzri’s case.

Game can make people ‘intoxicated’, says Indonesian clerical official.

MH370 | It will be suspended if the plane is not found in the current search area.

However, the foodstall operator says she wasn't offered anything.

MP SPEAKS | The AG must be reminded he is the people's prosecutor, not Najib's defence lawyer.

In a world where Islam has taken centre stage for reasons both good and bad, conscientious Muslims must arise to separate the former from the latter.

UPDATED 3.55PM | DAP stalwart challenges Najib to deny or confirm if he is ‘Malaysian Official 1'.

World Wide Fund for Nature Malaysia (WWF-Malaysia) repeats the urging to stop shark killing in Semporna and throughout Sabah, in response to the spate of shark carcass photos surfacing on Facebook and social media. Taken by tourists who were on Pulau Mabul, the gruesome photos triggered distressing comments and requests for action to be taken.

However, the owner says he did not intend for it to be turned into a big issue.

The recent Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB) audit has caused concern not only with the medical doctors, it involves also the private hospital as well as professionals such as auditors and tax agents. Does it mean no more Sdn Bhd or what?

Court documents state Jho Low had on several occasions used their accounts to transfer money for purchase of the assets.

Palm oil from the oil palm (Elaeis guianensis) has in recent years become the world’s most important vegetable oil when it comes to production quantity (USDA 2011). Being used in various products, from margarine to biofuel, palm oil has found a role in the West as well as in the developing markets of China and India. The palm oil industry in Malaysia has been one of the biggest industries since 1960s.

On this day, July 22, 2016, Sarawak PKR rejoices and celebrates together with all Sarawakians in welcoming this historic day. After 53 years, Sarawakians finally have a day to call our own, and we congratulate the chief minister for the courageous move to recognise a day to commemorate the beginning of a modern Sarawak.

Spokesperson says he voted in Batang Kali state seat in past elections but unknowingly transferred to Kuala Kubu Baru.

The 722 celebration to Sarawak is the equivalent of 831 Merdeka Day to the Federation of Malaya. While the nation has celebrated 831 every year since the formation of Malaysia in 1963, 722 had gone past unnoticed. Not even our state government in the past has given any recognition to 722.

UPDATED 3.10PM | His directive runs counter to Selangor Menteri Besar Azmin Ali's stand.

As I scrolled through my Twitter timeline, I was horrified to see a statement made on Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman’s Twitter regarding Selena Gomez’s concert.

This is over the DOJ lawsuits filed in connection with the alleged siphoning of 1MDB funds.

UPDATED 3PM | This is the time for the Agong to act, says law expert Aziz Bari

Police say this was to ensure the waters there were not encroached upon by armed gunmen.

The department says it has not organised such a programme.

Malaysian businessman was a major contributor to the foundation, which raised US$45 million on Wednesday night.

UPDATED 12.56 PM | Maria says Mahathir can join the rally if he agrees with Bersih's reform.

UPDATED 2.04PM | Segambut MP says failing which, the opposition and NGOs will take drastic action.

The suspects, all Brazilians, were members of an online group calling itself the Defenders of Sharia, says justice minister.

Action by US to forfeit assets linked to 1MDB also had an impact on the currency.

Since he has already been charged, he should be released under bail, says N Surendran.

US wants to take action against those involved in bringing in illicit money to US, says Amanah chief.

ANALYSIS | Najib will be safe as long as Umno's political survival is ensured, says an analyst.

'He chose, like many others before him, to have fame, wealth and adulation,' says Azrene Soraya.

He says M’sia has yet to receive any request for information from the US.

MALAYSIANS KINI | The legendary dancer's company has performed all over the world.

And how is the M’sian gov’t going to hide?

It's part of public service campaign to stop crimes against children.

COMMENT | It is better to have the snap polls when sentiments against the BN are high.

The reality is that there is no massive plot.

Umno info chief Annuar Musa calls Harapan hypocrites for demanding Najib's to step down over US 1MDB allegations.

COMMENT | The loyalty of the Armed Forces will always be to the Agong.

The US government may become a movie and music industry player…

The civil lawsuits present a potentially thorny issue for the two countries.

It was once the place for locals to gather and go shopping, but today it has taken on a foreign look.

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

Party veteran Arutchelvan says PSM will set aside differences to join such an initiative.

Najib's brother says the Dept of Justice suit's claims are pretty similar to The Edge's 1MDB reports.

YOURSAY | ‘Can Apandi now claim that Malaysian Official 1 is free from misdeeds?’

YOURSAY | ‘What enormous shame 1MDB and its conspirators have brought to the country.’

But other developments had occurred and Najib is no longer new to the job.