Archive - 13 August 2016

Pandikar Amin discharged from hospital

Pandikar Amin discharged from hospital

Dewan Rakyat speaker underwent minor heart surgery.

M'sian cops receive phone fragment from Thai authorities

M'sian cops receive phone fragment from Thai authorities

IGP says willing to cooperate fully to facilitate investigations into bombing incident.

Malaysians bag RM5.6m in Dota 2 tournament

Malaysians bag RM5.6m in Dota 2 tournament

Team Fnatic placed fourth in the world's largest annual Dota 2 tournament.

Pokemon Go banned at Mindef

Pokemon Go banned at Mindef

Hishammuddin fears players may record sensitive assets.

New MACC chief wants to 'clean' civil service

New MACC chief wants to 'clean' civil service

'It is those with no morals who cause the (image of the) civil service to be tarnished and looked at cynically,' says Dzulkifli Ahmad.

Wanita Umno members won't leave party, says vice-chief

Wanita Umno members won't leave party, says vice-chief

Azizah says there are no signs they want to leave.

Ismail Sabri: Forget nostalgia, regard ex-Umno members as opposition

Ismail Sabri: Forget nostalgia, regard ex-Umno members as opposition

Their action to bring down Umno should be seen as a challenge, he says.

Opposition risks losses but Bersatu could change that

Opposition risks losses but Bersatu could change that

MP SPEAKS | 'Direct fights will not guarantee opposition support but Bersatu can capture Umno votes'.

S'gor Gerakan slams state over Cheras pylon construction

S'gor Gerakan slams state over Cheras pylon construction

It alleges the community's interest regarding the erection of high voltage power lines is being ignored.

Hishammuddin: Umno will ensure members don't support Bersatu

Hishammuddin: Umno will ensure members don't support Bersatu

Stern action would be taken against any member who supports it, says the Umno veep.

New US suit filed to recover 1MDB funds

New US suit filed to recover 1MDB funds

The suit was filed by Mahathir's former aide, Matthias Chang, and ex-PAS leader Husam Musa.

Umno not born out of desire to topple leader, says Najib

Umno not born out of desire to topple leader, says Najib

UPDATED 7.26PM | PM says party wouldn't have lasted long if it was based on 'unfulfilled personal ambition'.

Finance Ministry mulls tax for Uber, Grabcar service platform

Finance Ministry mulls tax for Uber, Grabcar service platform

But there are no plans to tax the drivers, says minister.

No Pokemon Go for navy personnel, says chief

No Pokemon Go for navy personnel, says chief

'Navy personnel are not encouraged to play Pokemon Go, especially at the bases due to various risks and security threats.'

Thailand seeks M'sia's cooperation to track phone used in bomb blast

Thailand seeks M'sia's cooperation to track phone used in bomb blast

Thai investigators want to identify the origin of the phone.

One race can stand up for another race

One race can stand up for another race

While most Malaysians agree that racial inclinations do not or should not have a place in modern politics, especially in a multiracial country like Malaysia, the newly set-up Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia has raised some talking points.

PAS awaits Bersih's invitation for upcoming rally

PAS awaits Bersih's invitation for upcoming rally

Party hasn't discussed rally yet because they aren't sure if it will even happen.

Admit your mistakes, Muhyiddin tells Najib

Admit your mistakes, Muhyiddin tells Najib

Don't go on pretending all is well, says the former DPM.

Bringing Malaysian education to the next level

Bringing Malaysian education to the next level

COMMENT | Great strides have been made, but there are still areas that need to be ironed out.

PAS now part of 'Gagasan Sejahtera', to wait and see on Bersatu

PAS now part of 'Gagasan Sejahtera', to wait and see on Bersatu

It will focus on alliance with Parti Ikatan Bangsa Malaysia first, says PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang.

Don't catch Pokemon, deputy minister warns public transport drivers

Don't catch Pokemon, deputy minister warns public transport drivers

Ab Aziz Kaprawi urges drivers to prioritise the safety of their passengers.

Don't let ICT apps control our lives, warns Salleh Keruak

Don't let ICT apps control our lives, warns Salleh Keruak

It could be disastrous if ICT applications began to control the lives of the users instead.

M'sians urged to observe silat’s ‘don't stab in the back’ rule

M'sians urged to observe silat’s ‘don't stab in the back’ rule

Malacca survived because the people displayed loyalty to the leader, says Razali.

M'sia remains committed to the Bangsamoro peace deal, says Najib

M'sia remains committed to the Bangsamoro peace deal, says Najib

The peaceful resolution of a decades-long conflict benefits all, says PM.

Najib warns of new colonisation at Umno division meet

Najib warns of new colonisation at Umno division meet

He points out that loyalty is key to the party’s struggles to protect the nation.

'Allow students to take part in #Tangkap MO1 rally'

'Allow students to take part in #Tangkap MO1 rally'

Pakatan Harapan Youth hope authorities will permit students to express their views.

In RM90m row, PAS to sue Sarawak Report in UK court

In RM90m row, PAS to sue Sarawak Report in UK court

‘We know a senior lawyer, a Queen's Council, who had dealt with us on a previous case,’ says Hadi.

Kedah MB crisis, Bersatu, no effect on Jerlun Umno AGM

Kedah MB crisis, Bersatu, no effect on Jerlun Umno AGM

No protests from supporters of ex-MB Mukhriz Mahathir, proceedings went smoothly, if subdued.

Malacca CM: Redelineate for BN to win

Malacca CM: Redelineate for BN to win

Idris Haron says tweaking electoral boundaries to oust opposition voters will help BN win seats it lost in 2013 GE.

Umno shouldn't fear 'mosquito' Bersatu, quips Muhyiddin

Umno shouldn't fear 'mosquito' Bersatu, quips Muhyiddin

UPDATED 3.56PM | Our party is so common, Umno should not be scared of this party, it is not even formed yet, says the ex-DPM

Membership criteria not crucial, Muhyiddin tells critics

Membership criteria not crucial, Muhyiddin tells critics

UPDATED 4.07PM | Bersatu leader says what's important is that the party stands for issues M'sians are most concerned about.

'Umno members who are with Mukhriz can leave party'

'Umno members who are with Mukhriz can leave party'

If they remain, they would disrupt its unity, says Kubang Pasu Umno head.

I'm not a dictator, says Najib

I'm not a dictator, says Najib

UPDATED 3.21PM | The premier stresses he is not a one man show, but works on principle of consensus.

Cops detain man for 'offensive statement' against TMJ

Cops detain man for 'offensive statement' against TMJ

He is suspected of posting it on social media, says Johor district police chief.

'Bank Negara, governor's credibility at stake over kid gloves on 1MDB'

'Bank Negara, governor's credibility at stake over kid gloves on 1MDB'

Probe into possible money-laundering activities linked to 1MDB a must, says Tony Pua.

S'pore's Schooling downs Phelps for nation's first gold at Olympics

S'pore's Schooling downs Phelps for nation's first gold at Olympics

He wins 100m butterfly swim to deny American his 23rd gold. Race also saw three-way tie for silver.

My husband beats me, just like any woman

My husband beats me, just like any woman

BOOK EXCERPT | 'Understanding my sexuality' - Heartfelt stories from the LGBT community.

Cops arrest nine for suspected terror activities

Cops arrest nine for suspected terror activities

Two are believed to be involved in the Puchong pub attack.

KiniGuide on TNB pylons vs Taman Cheras Hartamas residents

KiniGuide on TNB pylons vs Taman Cheras Hartamas residents

KINIGUIDE | Seeking to shed light on the row which pitted residents against power pylons.

Rallies alone may not topple gov't, concedes Maria

Rallies alone may not topple gov't, concedes Maria

INTERVIEW | The Bersih boss says this can only happen if all M’sians are committed to change.

Differing opinions in Harapan Youth over ‘racist’ Bersatu

Differing opinions in Harapan Youth over ‘racist’ Bersatu

There is no decision yet on cooperation with the new political kid on the block.

How did T'ganu and Pahang end up quarrelling over oil?

How did T'ganu and Pahang end up quarrelling over oil?

The row is over new discoveries in the Bertam oil field in waters near Kemaman and Kuantan.

Let refugees work legally

Let refugees work legally

COMMENT | It is only right to channel more attention and effort into actionable solutions.

A real-life ‘Les Miserables’ in modern Malaysia

A real-life ‘Les Miserables’ in modern Malaysia

YOURSAY | ‘She should be given some ‘American pies’ to overcome her dire situation.’

Bersatu’s open letter on ‘save M’sia’; Shafie readies new Sabah movement

Bersatu’s open letter on ‘save M’sia’; Shafie readies new Sabah movement

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

Musa can help right the wrongs he was once part of

Musa can help right the wrongs he was once part of

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia is the new sick man of Asia - will you help cure it?’

Will Tajuddin be game enough to back Racial Equality Act?

Will Tajuddin be game enough to back Racial Equality Act?

YOURSAY | ‘What Tajuddin said is true - racism begets racism.’

Umnolympic games

Umnolympic games

Achieving supreme global championship levels.

Enough with the crutches

Enough with the crutches

It’s been another seven days of distraction.