Archive - 9 August 2016

The DPM says he won't interfere in the process of evaluating the application of the new party.

The fire started in the kitchen and quickly spread due to strong winds.

View Dr M's party seriously, he says, and convince members why they should stay with Umno.

Film Directors' Association assistant sec-gen Hafiz Ibrahim quits over language segregation in FFM.

In light of the DOJ's charges, the four, from the opposition, believe PAC should review the case.

Aw Man Chong, 57, pleaded guilty to stealing six packets of Milo worth a total of RM73.

This is if the country doesn't follow the guidelines set by the United Nations, Wan Junaidi says.

All the items were related to terrorism and terrorist groups, namely Jemaah Islamiah (JI), al-Qaeda and IS.

His sentence is commuted by one-third, and thus he only has another year to serve.

Its chair says it would let Proton continue contributing economic benefits to the country.

Members want the phrase 'offensive in character' dropped from the Communication and Multimedia Act 1988.

‘We want to be inclusive. As much as they (non-bumiputera) are not similar but we will give them due recognition’.

UPDATED 9.12PM | Residents and activists arrested this morning, while protesting the high-voltage pylon project.

He says the Home Ministry constantly updates heads of foreign missions.

Kit Siang says there should be a national craze to identify 'MO1', not catch Pokemon.

Kita Lawan accused get to pose constitutional queries to apex court.

IJN says former premier will be kept under observation for the next few days.

They are to pressure the gov't to reveal the identity of 'Malaysian Official 1', and bring him to justice.

It is the first of its kind in Malaysia, says minister.

UPDATED 5.24PM | There is no need to emulate Umno in reminding the Malays on the need to protect their rights or to be unified, he says.

UPDATED 6.55PM | They'll have the same rights except that they can’t vote nor can they contest for posts, says Muhyiddin.

The community sends memo to the gov’t, appealing that the Orang Asal not be victimised in land disputes.

Investing in long term relationship provides stronger foundation to address issues of concern, says spokesperson.

'The option for the (three percent) cut was aimed at increasing public spending.'

The scheme is open for registration at EPF branches nationwide.

Both the new terminals at U-Tapao and Jakarta are aimed at easing congestion.

More non-Chinese are enrolling into Chinese schools, but non-Malay enrollment in national schools low.

Only three assemblypersons opposed. One abstained and another was absent.

After falling nearly 15pct in July, Brent prices so far this month are up about 6pct.

UPDATED 6.06PM | 'If we vote, what are we voting for? We do not support Pakatan Harapan and BN. We are independent,' Perak PAS replies.

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is of the opinion that deteriorating environmental quality is the main cause of the decline in breeding and production of cockles in the country.

The recent popularity over the Pokémon game prompts us to share worrying data on the usage of electronic screens by young children in Malaysia. The concerns expressed in the media about the effect of the Pokémon game on children are the ‘tip of the iceberg’. Of greater concern is the extensive daily use of electronic screens by very young children.

UPDATED 4.10PM | The prosecution closes its case after calling two police officers as witnesses.

The coalition of NGOs blasts Guan Eng for saying 'everyone tells us trams are more expensive'.

PAS Youth veep says syariah cannot be selective, while a PAS MP takes credit for new EPF scheme.

This is to create a level playing field between online and non-online businesses.

Idris Haron comes under fire for his claim, and is told to apologise.

Electoral reform movement’s panel tells the party to focus on the many issues that are of concern.

We can learn a lot from US presidential campaign rhetoric.

It says it 'could have done better' in figuring out the alleged money-laundering network.

The post became vacant after SK Devamany stepped down to be a deputy minister.

He fires back at a reporter for asking about a Penangite allegedly involved in a graft scandal in Taiwan.

COMMENT | The Conference of Malay Rulers cannot continue to do nothing about all the scandals enveloping our country.

UPDATED 1.45PM | Tan Keng Liang says Gerakan Youth will help all in order to prevent street protests.

This would be done before committing to a final investment decision, it says.

Those who 'worship' Mahathir started the ball rolling and Malaysians must reject foreign intervention, says MyKMU.

It is reportedly an old issue, from 2009, being recirculated on social media.

Need to sign SD to obtain info and high fees imposed may be amended when the time is appropriate.

‘Extremist terrorism can tear our society apart,’ he says in his National Day message.

See Chee How takes a different stance from PKR sec-gen Rafizi Ramli.

MP SPEAKS | One of the keys to getting there is knowing where we are at now.

UPDATED 11.20AM | Its commissioner believes rumour was created by those who are ill-intentioned in wanting to discredit PAS.

Malaysians Against Death Penalty and Torture (Madpet) is shocked that it has been reported that Malaysia has recently revoked passports of about 68 Malaysian men, women and/or children, who now are allegedly not even in Malaysia, based on what can only be safely said to be a ‘suspicion’ of their involvement with a militant group - the Islamic State (IS).

UPDATED 9.59PM | Karyawan says there'll be more prizes, but MCA veep counters that FFM must reflect Malaysian diversity.

COMMENT | G25 says this will further enhance the independence of judicial officers.

YOURSAY | ‘Guan Eng's endorsement is a vote of confidence in him.’

This is the developer's second attempt to clear their fruit trees in Kampar.

A private hospital and a doctor are to pay, but without admission of liability.

INTERVIEW | FT Youth leader wants to use his political connections to make life in the Klang Valley a bit more bearable.

It would either split Malay votes or boost their support for the 'Save Malaysia' movement, pundits say.

Unsavoury aspects in the renewal of passports.

He was badgered over the Malaysia Film Festival awards and possible conflict of interests.

YOURSAY | ‘Why are civil court judges not upholding the Federal Constitution?’

YOURSAY | ‘There's a saying that you have to fight fire with fire.’

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

Can they ignore human rights of non-Muslims?

UPDATED 8.50PM | Places of worship shouldn't be used as 'PokeStops' or 'PokeGyms' says Othman Mustapha.