Archive - 22 August 2016

Former S'pore president SR Nathan dies at 92

Former S'pore president SR Nathan dies at 92

He was the longest-serving president in Singapore, in office for two terms from 1999 to 2011.

Thai police: Most of 20 suspects of attack from southern provinces

Thai police: Most of 20 suspects of attack from southern provinces

This is over the latest round of bomb and arson attacks, which killed four people and left scores injured.

'Dataran Merdeka should be open to all, including #TangkapMO1 rally'

'Dataran Merdeka should be open to all, including #TangkapMO1 rally'

Cops should facilitate the #TangkapMO1 rally instead of painting a false picture.

Umno man denies dishing out money for delegates, lodges police report

Umno man denies dishing out money for delegates, lodges police report

'We don't want an apology on Facebook only, we want a real apology,' says Kuala Langat Umno Youth chief.

Najib says he's the same standard as Obama - in golf

Najib says he's the same standard as Obama - in golf

PM says he used to enjoy playing football but was forced to stop due to a knee injury.

'Reveal all projects involving DBKL officer charged with corruption'

'Reveal all projects involving DBKL officer charged with corruption'

The statistics can show whether Tengku Adnan's arguments on open tender are valid or not, says PKR.

Unlike Dr M, Najib says he may do gardening rather than harass successor

Unlike Dr M, Najib says he may do gardening rather than harass successor

PM adds there are so many other things he could do upon retirement.

China coach: Chong Wei may already be world champion under my team

China coach: Chong Wei may already be world champion under my team

Li Yongbo says he would be proud if the Malaysian player was on his team.

M'sia opposes release of Indonesian terrorist from Guantanamo Bay

M'sia opposes release of Indonesian terrorist from Guantanamo Bay

Deputy minister says Hambali may still have a strong influence on some Jemaah Islamiah militants in both countries.

Four arrested under Poca in Port Dickson since April

Four arrested under Poca in Port Dickson since April

Police say all the suspects, aged between their 20s to early 30s, were arrested this month.

Is ‘MO1' defused as political ammunition?

Is ‘MO1' defused as political ammunition?

A month ago, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) had announced to the world that it had filed a civil suit to seize assets worth almost US$1 billion belongs to three persons namely, Riza Aziz, Jho Low and Khadem Al-Qubaisy. Recently, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) had reported that Khadem Al-Qubaisy has been arrested by Abu Dhabi’s authorities for allegedly being involved in fund embezzlement from 1MDB.

'Singing' Semambu rep called in for questioning

'Singing' Semambu rep called in for questioning

But what's wrong with singing, asks Lee Chean Chung.

Who is next, after Lee Chong Wei?

Who is next, after Lee Chong Wei?

We cheered for our athletes in the Rio Olympics, but if there is one thing to pick up from the Olympics, it is the necessity to improve and churn out potential title contenders, quickly.

Ulama rapped for keeping mum on 1MDB scandal

Ulama rapped for keeping mum on 1MDB scandal

Mat Sabu says they're busy labelling other Muslims deviant.

PKR prepared for seat talks with Bersatu, PAS says still too early

PKR prepared for seat talks with Bersatu, PAS says still too early

PKR, however, says the goal must be for one-to-one fights with BN.

Appeal filed against life term on Filipinos in Lahad Datu intrusion

Appeal filed against life term on Filipinos in Lahad Datu intrusion

Attorney-general Mohamed Apandi Ali says the notice of appeal was filed last July 27.

Remand order against senior officer with ‘Datuk’ title extended

Remand order against senior officer with ‘Datuk’ title extended

The order to further remand the suspect was issued by the Malacca Magistrate’s Court.

Poor project management causes delays, not open tenders, C4 tells Ku Nan

Poor project management causes delays, not open tenders, C4 tells Ku Nan

C4 to Ku Nan: Poor project management causes delays, not open tenders

'With no more 100pct PTPTN loans, some may go to loan sharks'

'With no more 100pct PTPTN loans, some may go to loan sharks'

PTPTN says it can no longer offer 100 percent loans as repayment rates are low.

Let's debate 'topple Najib' claim, PKR Youth tells Khairul Azwan

Let's debate 'topple Najib' claim, PKR Youth tells Khairul Azwan

This is on the ‘high-profile plot’ to topple PM and BN police report the Umno Youth vice-chief filed.

A million apologies, Nawawi pleads to Agong over 'MO1'

A million apologies, Nawawi pleads to Agong over 'MO1'

UPDATED 5PM | Nawawi Ahmad expresses regret and promises to be more careful in future.

I once worked in a bank for RM350 a month, says Mukhriz

I once worked in a bank for RM350 a month, says Mukhriz

'I worked five days a week and used my wages for my needs.'

Reveal identity of MO1 to avoid confusion, PAS urges Najib

Reveal identity of MO1 to avoid confusion, PAS urges Najib

Nawawi not given full information on the 1MDB issue, says its deputy president.

Let's say no to the death penalty

Let's say no to the death penalty

MP SPEAKS | Studies claiming it has a deterrent effect on murder rates are flawed.

We’ll probe your report against me, IGP tells Rafizi

We’ll probe your report against me, IGP tells Rafizi

Police chief also urges PKR leader to read Malaysiakini to keep himself better informed.

'Will Shahrol be made the 1MDB scapegoat?'

'Will Shahrol be made the 1MDB scapegoat?'

Tony Pua says this after the police say they are restricted to PAC recommendations.

Students: Ali Tinju to blame for any public disorder

Students: Ali Tinju to blame for any public disorder

UPDATED 4.32PM | They're confident TangkapMO1 participants won't cause any trouble.

NFC vs Public Bank trial to continue as settlement bid falls apart

NFC vs Public Bank trial to continue as settlement bid falls apart

High Court judge John Louis O' Hara fixes Oct 21 for the hearing.

Gerakan leaders slapped with gag order after airing dirty laundry in public

Gerakan leaders slapped with gag order after airing dirty laundry in public

The directive comes from party president Mah Siew Keong.

Rafizi mulls police report against IGP

Rafizi mulls police report against IGP

For IGP’s alleged failure to act on reports lodged against tycoon Jho Low and others linked to 1MDB scandal.

Namewee slapped with four-day remand order

Namewee slapped with four-day remand order

For music video shot in various places of worship, on which ‘insulting to Islam’ police reports were made.

Report: Jho Low-linked superyacht in Hong Kong waters

Report: Jho Low-linked superyacht in Hong Kong waters

It can accommodate 26 guests and features a spa/beach club with a sauna, steam room, beauty salon and more.

'Hope you're all right,' PM says in Twitter to Hsien Loong

'Hope you're all right,' PM says in Twitter to Hsien Loong

The Singapore PM in his reply at 2am today says, 'My doctors tell me I should be OK.'

Chong Wei - a king without the crown jewel

Chong Wei - a king without the crown jewel

He has two more good years in him to play at high level competitions, says his long-time coach Tey Seu Bock.

'Aku Melayu' but we're for all M'sians, assures Gerakan Merah

'Aku Melayu' but we're for all M'sians, assures Gerakan Merah

It says this at launch of ‘Aku Melayu’ T-shirts to use in opposing Bersih, #TangkapMO1 rallies.

DiCaprio backs out of hosting Clinton fundraiser

DiCaprio backs out of hosting Clinton fundraiser

Linked to the 1MDB scandal in the US forfeiture suit, the actor cites conflicting schedules for pullout.

'Gov't that fears critics a danger to media, society'

'Gov't that fears critics a danger to media, society'

INTERVIEW | Press freedom is in nation’s interest, says Indonesian media activist Ahmad Taufik Jufry.

M’sians likely to get raw deal in high-speed rail project

M’sians likely to get raw deal in high-speed rail project

YOURSAY | ‘Singapore doesn’t need the HSR, it’s Malaysia that is pushing for it.’

When MO1 is not MO1

When MO1 is not MO1

YOURSAY | ‘Nawawi, it was clear as daylight what you said and what you meant.’

Ku Nan, open tenders are all about transparency

Ku Nan, open tenders are all about transparency

YOURSAY | Surely it's best that everyone can see what's going on?

Some in Pagoh Umno prepared to defect but many reluctant

Some in Pagoh Umno prepared to defect but many reluctant

Muhyiddin Yassin led them for 22 years, but will they follow him to new party, Bersatu?

Assets declaration dangers; Tan Sri trio 'betrayed'; Namewee nabbed

Assets declaration dangers; Tan Sri trio 'betrayed'; Namewee nabbed

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

The cult that is known as Umno Baru

The cult that is known as Umno Baru

Anyone who belongs to Umno Baru is a law unto himself.