Archive - 10 August 2016

The 91-year-old former premier was writing from his hospital bed at IJN.

The media, social media and banks are used in this new form of attack, he says.

Mohd Firdaus Ahmad says severe punishment would serve as a deterrent to others.

The decision was made at a meeting at the office of the Kedah mufti in Anak Bukit.

Communications minister lambasted for not safeguarding national language.

In his book, ex-DPM says PM seems to be aware of the risks to himself and the nation.

Most Malaysians adopt a passive strategy for retirement, says Bank Negara assistant governor.

Court of Appeal affirms that trade unions and its officers exempt from tort of libel.

This is to enforce the 70 percent Sarawakian quota for top and middle posts in the oil firm's operations in the state.

Amanah MP Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah said this in debunking claims that the US is seeking to 'kill Malays'.

DCM says Petronas would only explain on the employment issue, which caused an uproar among S'wakians.

He was admitted last night for a chest infection.

Under Malaysia’s Income Tax Act 1967, taxpayers who wilfully evaded tax will be charged with tax evasion offences, carrying severe penalties and the possibility of imprisonment. The medical professionals are no exception. The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB) currently has identified the medical profession as the alleged prime target for tax evasion activities.

The suspect, believed to be mentally unstable, had not been taking his medication.

What is important, says PAC member Abdul Aziz, is for government to act on committee’s report.

The Islamic party's wing asks that police investigate the portal over what it claimed are false news.

Penalty is in accordance with the offence of using a mobile phone while driving, says RTD.

A single mother's heart-wrenching story leads the court to free her on a good behaviour bond for theft of items amounting to RM262.86.

UPDATED 6.20PM | This comes after claims that the new party's hibiscus logo is a work of plagiarism.

Education institutions have been, for the most part, left unchanged since the industrial revolution. Together, Minerva Schools at KGIand Malaysiakini are facilitating a panel discussion and workshop to address this issue.

Ministry has also created a new category: Best Film in the National Language.

COMMENT | All cultures are influenced by and in turn influence other cultures.

UPDATED 6.30PM | With the government facing mega scandals, other issues are not dealt with.

MCA peeved PAS says introduction of syariah-compliant EPF scheme means Malaysians ready for syariah legislation.

COMMENT | I believed your words about reforms, honesty and kindness. I now remember that Putrajaya was never an objective.

We refer to Health Minister Dr S Subramanian’s recent statement warning newly-graduated doctors not to work as locums while waiting for houseman postings. Only doctors with valid registration with the Malaysian Medical Council are allowed to do locum.

UPDATED 6.55PM | Former DPM says the challenge for the opposition would be on seat allocation.

When the Kota Baru Municipal Council (MPKB) pledged to continue their operations against business to ensure compliance to their by-laws including non-display of ‘sexy posters’, they really kept true to their words by stalking on non-Muslim business entities.

UPDATED 3.05PM | PKR sec-gen thinks it’s an anomaly to have a party like the new Bersatu in Harapan, but Amanah’s all for it.

It does not measure up to the sacrifices of PAS members to advance the struggle, he adds.

But the former T'ganu MB welcomes allegations if they result in a snap state election.

MP SPEAKS | Societies will move forward only when citizens are empowered with their rights.

Among others, prosecutors must struggle to convince witnesses to testify against powerful officials, reports Financial Times.

COMMENT | Najib has given more - but he must realise that relying on MIC to understand Indian problems is itself a major problem.

He catches flak over Bersatu's bumi-only membership criteria.

Competing in the synchronised 10m platform event, they win M'sia's first medal at Rio.

UPDATED 1.59PM | The suit is on Tengku Sarifuddin's allegation that Mukhriz, Mahathir, and Muhyiddin are conspiring to topple a lawful gov't.

UPDATED 1.05PM | His lawyer says this is the first time that a DOJ action is making its way to Malaysian shores.

This comes after Sarawak gov’t announces moratorium for outsiders on new work permits for Petronas.

INTERVIEW | FT Umno Youth leader denies Muhyiddin had ever been corrupt, nor was there a culture of corruption in Umno.

YOURSAY | ‘Kua should take a practical approach. There is no one else besides Dr M who can do it.'

It was aimed at increasing public awareness on the unique culture and heritage of the native peoples.

UPDATED 1.56PM | Two rank membership not progressive, says Lian Ker. MIC president agrees.

COMMENT | Questions are being raised as to who hastened or influenced the early pardon.

UPDATED 11.46AM | Netizens don't take kindly to 'bumi-only' criteria.

Being ‘Malaysian’ means ignoring race and culture?

How do you feel when your work is seen eight times and there are still corrections to be done? You had briefed your understudies on what should be done and had given them a deadline. All they need now is the formal hardcopies for them to hold on to.

The probe must be reopened as PAC’s findings are incomplete, says Perkasa’s anti-graft bureau.

According to the Finance Ministry, the federal government’s latest sovereign national debt amount for the year ending Dec 31, 2015 is at a staggering at RM630.5 billion, which stands at 54.5 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

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

YOURSAY | ‘No one can escape this time around, and nothing can save you.’

YOURSAY | ‘I wonder how is it that you can still show your face around.’