Archive - 18 August 2016

Pandelela, Nur Dhabitah will battle out with 10 others in the finals.

Suspect is the personal assistant of a 'datuk'.

'I will retire and will not interfere with my successor when the time comes for me to go (as prime minister) later ,' he says.

Peng Soon, Liu Ying did the nation proud at Rio Olympics, says MD.

He says they must have a mission in politics and must be passionate.

M'sian authorities already have the info but are not making it public, says PKR.

This year 2016 marks Unesco’s first celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. In conjunction with this, the Natural Resources And Environment Ministry had organised a national celebration on Aug 18 at Pusat Eko Pelajaran Hutan Paya Laut Matang, Kuala Sepetang, Perak.

Minister wants positive vibes for national heroes competing in the Olympics.

They are detained in Bangkok military camp, likely to be charged tomorrow.

'That is something that we are not seeing every day and we are going to emulate the Malaysian initiative.'

Cops currently cannot take action because of legal constraints, says Kedah deputy mufti.

The war-torn Afghanistan today marks the 97th anniversary of its independence from British occupation.

The collaboration is between M'sia and UNHCR.

Prisons director-general Zulkifli Omar says the success is the outcome of training and skills taught to the prisoners.

Environment minister to send official letter to Indonesian counterpart.

This is very crucial to obtain the actual details, says the union.

The duo claimed the officers treated them rudely.

The police personnel are charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder for the death of Syed Mohd Azlan.

'Police have no right not to allow my rally,' he says.

This started after DAP's Ng Wei Aik ticked off RTM by mistake.

Sanjeevan questions conflict of interest, IGP says let MACC probe.

Hotel registration counter staffer says the man looks like G Gunasekaran, but with a beard.

This is all the more urgent because graft is rampant, claims Transparency International-M'sia.

Akhbar Satar lists down the red flags of a corrupt officer.

The Energy, Green Technology and Water Ministry says this is in the planning stage.

MP SPEAKS | The DAP leader wonders why it is so hard to get who is MO1.

Its leader points out that the electorate hasn't developed that kind of political maturity.

They also claim that many taxi drivers were not told about the recent dialogue with Spad.

Street demonstrations are not the way to show your frustration, Persatuan Aduan Rakyat (PAR) Malaysia president A Chandrakumanan told reporters after chairing its monthly meeting in Segambut today. There is always an option available and we should not allow our emotions to be controlled by others and allow them to take advantage for their political benefits (especially the opposition).

UPDATED 5.26PM | To assist genuine buyers hit by salary threshold to buy houses priced RM300k and below, minister says.

Five countries, including Japan are reportedly keen on the Australian.

Minister Mustapa Mohamed says this was a modest projection.

'Ranked 79th a year ago, podium today' - Khairy reveals inspiring tale of mixed doubles pair.

PSM is demanding the Human Resources Ministry to hasten the establishment of such a fund.

Those who attended likened the celebrations to ancient hedonistic orgies involving alcohol, drugs, sex and gluttony, says The Hollywood Reporter.

The court also allowed an application for Muhamad Hafizie to be sent for psychiatric treatment.

UPDATED 4.56PM | Finance Minister II says there's no two ways about it, gov't will act against them.

This is after the Olympian sarcastically thanked the T'ganu MB for not helping him.

Ramon Navaratnam says this on the desire to change a government that has been in power for so long.

COMMENT | Ensuring the relationship between national security and human rights is in balance.

Sarawak Report claims British Virgin Island document sheds light on source of funding.

The Hollywood Reporter says the DOJ complaint may have suggested the actor's involvement in the 1MDB 'embezzlement'.

This after MACC top gun says he is puzzled by Ku Nan saying DBKL man is a good officer.

While Khairuddin's appeal to strike out the financial sabotage charge will be heard tomorrow.

COMMENT | Civil society organisations exist to promote and protect democracy.

A disappointed Dr Thor Teong Gee points the finger at Penang acting chairperson Oh Tong Keong.

When Jose Mourinho declared himself as the ‘special one’ in 2004, it was during a spell filled with barbs, quotes, arrogance, humour and skill. He was considered as ‘arrogant’ but humorous.

Marcel Jude Joseph wins an award in default as Hadi fails to appear in court for his remarks on Christianity.

Himpunan Merah rally organiser told they don't help prosperity or stability of country.

COMMENT | People do change - and they should be given a chance to prove themselves.

My Facebook posting (which was subsequently amended) has nothing to do with DOJ court filings, says Nawawi Ahmad.

It's to see locations where hit movie was shot, and slated to bring in one million tourists.

I remember when Abdullah Ahmad Badawi (Pak Lah), our fifth PM, first took office, he, too, had begun with a bang. A cabinet minister, a high-profile businessman, a federal officer, a state officer and a local authority officer were almost simultaneously arrested and charged with corruption. His ‘work with him and not for him’ slogan gained traction and he won 90 percent of the seats in 2004 general election.

In another salvo on Dr M, Najib says his policy is different because national interest comes before personal interest.

Syed Saddiq says response to Bersatu has been overwhelming.

The shuttle game carries hopes for Malaysia’s first Olympic gold medal in the Olympics which ends on Sunday.

UPDATED 1.21PM | Paul Low says AG, local enforcement authorities must cooperate with international agencies over the case.

Md Wira Dani fails to repay S$1.65m debts he owed to Maybank Kim Eng Securities, says report.

However, Bersatu will be well-poised to become a fully multiracial party in the future, Syed Saddiq tells forum.

They claim Three Production has held back their salaries for seven months now.

YOURSAY | ‘Since they refuse to resign; the only card they have left is the ‘race card’.’

Mayor Amin Nordin suggests that the student group hold its protest at Padang Merbok.

10 reasons why it could rival 1MDB in losses.

According to a few Malaysians, it’s hard to predict, but they are still standing behind him.

UPDATED 1.41PM | Chief Minister Idris Haron announces this after they won the medal early today.

UPDATED 10.30AM | They will compete in the semi-finals for the 10-metre platform dive at 9pm tonight.

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

Some say they are apolitical while others prefer to wait for proof.

In Penang, Peng Soon’s father sees the achievement as an honour to the family.

A huge crowd gathered at Putrajaya Square to watch the match live early this morning cheers them on.

YOURSAY | ‘The only one who made a lot sense in this stupid ‘sandiwara’ is Anifah.’

YOURSAY | ‘We'll see if stepson Riza Aziz even tries to prevent his assets being forfeited.’

However, they still made history with Malaysia's first badminton mixed doubles Olympic medal.