Archive - 24 August 2016

Focus on studies, not rallies, Shahrizat tells students

Focus on studies, not rallies, Shahrizat tells students

‘Whatever you want to do in this country, we should adhere to the laws,’ she says.

Meaningful silver medal for Wee Kiong’s father

Meaningful silver medal for Wee Kiong’s father

The owner of the Tawau Badminton Academy had to make huge sacrifices.

Kelantan MACC probes bribery in illegal logging at Gua Musang

Kelantan MACC probes bribery in illegal logging at Gua Musang

This follows a complaint lodged by the Orang Asli community in the district.

Berjaya Assets in the red with pre-tax loss of RM28.19m in 2016

Berjaya Assets in the red with pre-tax loss of RM28.19m in 2016

Revenue declined to RM387.09 million from RM411.95 million previously.

Merdeka, Merdeka, Merdeka for our Captured State

Merdeka, Merdeka, Merdeka for our Captured State

Let’s imagine an ordinary Malaysian this Merdeka. He goes by the moniker Johnny Wong Azman Maniam or Johnny for short.

Bangsa Johor good for Malaysia, Syed Saddiq says in refuting Dr M

Bangsa Johor good for Malaysia, Syed Saddiq says in refuting Dr M

‘Bangsa Johor shouldn’t be seen as an agent of disunity,’ says the champion debater.

Azmin: No stop-work order for Bukit Antarabangsa EKVE river works

Azmin: No stop-work order for Bukit Antarabangsa EKVE river works

This is despite the appearance of earth fissures at a kindergarten playground nearby.

We are not in love, kids Chong Wei of alleged Lin Dan letter

We are not in love, kids Chong Wei of alleged Lin Dan letter

A letter supposedly penned by his arch-rival has gone viral, but the M'sian says it's fake.

Najib shares stage with Azmin for LRT3 project launch

Najib shares stage with Azmin for LRT3 project launch

'We may differ in many other things but in matters of public's interest, we must deliver,' says PM. 

Mechanic charged with murder of five-year-old

Mechanic charged with murder of five-year-old

Noor Amila Edrus Norsyam’s body was found in undergrowth in Hulu Kelang.

Husam pens letter to Agong, seeks blessings for 1MDB-linked suit in US

Husam pens letter to Agong, seeks blessings for 1MDB-linked suit in US

Salor representative also asks His Majesty to pray for the success of the legal action.

Municipal council to appeal against Malacca High Court ruling

Municipal council to appeal against Malacca High Court ruling

The court had declared the Hang Tuah Jaya Council’s move to raise rates as null and void.

C4: Corruption still haunts logging activities

C4: Corruption still haunts logging activities

It played a big role in mammoth floods, says Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism.

DAP MP lodges report over 'collusion' in Lamborghini ownership dispute

DAP MP lodges report over 'collusion' in Lamborghini ownership dispute

Lim Lip Eng says police should have returned the car to its owner, while Serdang police chief denies the accusation.

Geng Ustaz lodges police report against Hokkien Associations

Geng Ustaz lodges police report against Hokkien Associations

UPDATED 6.22PM | It wants the associations probed for gathering signatures to oppose the amendments to Act 355.

China's performance deteriorated in Rio, Khairy responds to Yongbo

China's performance deteriorated in Rio, Khairy responds to Yongbo

UPDATED 6.14PM | Minister reacts to China’s badminton head coach’s remarks about Lee Chong Wei.

PKR duo grilled over Anwar's 'birthday party'

PKR duo grilled over Anwar's 'birthday party'

Fahmi Fadzil and Lee Chean Chung investigated under the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012.

Former gov't hospital doctor claims trial to sexually assaulting cleaner

Former gov't hospital doctor claims trial to sexually assaulting cleaner

He allegedly committed the offence at the hospital early last year.

Nothing to fear from police, says Taiwan hip-hop group Jiu Yi Yi

Nothing to fear from police, says Taiwan hip-hop group Jiu Yi Yi

They performed with Namewee in his controversial video which led to his arrest, and will cooperate fully with the law.

Bukit Aman takes over probe on MP’s ‘MO1' remark

Bukit Aman takes over probe on MP’s ‘MO1' remark

Kedah police chief says this is after more than 10 reports were lodged.

Sensitive data on India's Scorpene submarines leaked

Sensitive data on India's Scorpene submarines leaked

UPDATED 7.01PM | This could potentially expose the secrets of Malaysia’s own submarine fleet.

'Datuk Seri' suspect allegedly owns 31 luxury condo units

'Datuk Seri' suspect allegedly owns 31 luxury condo units

These units located in KL were 'purchased' from five housing developers which had dealings with the DBKL.

MRT Corp awards RM1.01b work package to CCCC-George Kent JV

MRT Corp awards RM1.01b work package to CCCC-George Kent JV

China Communications Construction Company Ltd holds 51 percent equity in the JV.

Najib announces additional RM200k for silver, bronze medalists

Najib announces additional RM200k for silver, bronze medalists

UPDATED 6.15PM | PM also hopes Malaysia will win gold in the next Olympics in Tokyo.

Hundreds join PM, wife to welcome Olympians

Hundreds join PM, wife to welcome Olympians

UPDATED 6.38PM | The crowd, some of whom came with flowers and placards, chanted the names of the Olympians.

'What if a DAP member had said MO1 is the Agong?'

'What if a DAP member had said MO1 is the Agong?'

So, asks Anina Saadudin, will the police and Umno take action against Nawawi Ahmad for his blunder?

Foreign Ministry won't cooperate in Altantuya suit, says lawyer

Foreign Ministry won't cooperate in Altantuya suit, says lawyer

He says it didn't respond to request to help deliver court documents to Sirul.

Bersih 5 - trapped between a rock and a hard place?

Bersih 5 - trapped between a rock and a hard place?

To date, the electoral watchdog has not announced the date or venue for the rally.

Mahathir claims ignorance over Megat Junid's ISA orders

Mahathir claims ignorance over Megat Junid's ISA orders

This after Megat Junid’s eldest son says it would be very odd for his late father to sign detention orders without Dr M’s knowledge.

Citing the spirit of ‘Bersatu’, Anina beseeches women to rise

Citing the spirit of ‘Bersatu’, Anina beseeches women to rise

UPDATED 2.20PM | Come together to better the country's future, urges the Bersatu founding member.

Johor nationalism unhealthy for Malaysia, says Mahathir

Johor nationalism unhealthy for Malaysia, says Mahathir

UPDATED 3.20PM | Promoting this ‘nationalism’ can lead to collapse of the federation, warns the former PM.

Dr M: There were four Tan Sri, one could have betrayed others

Dr M: There were four Tan Sri, one could have betrayed others

This after he says Najib would have faced action if trio weren't betrayed.

Anina withdraws all lawsuits made in capacity as Umno member

Anina withdraws all lawsuits made in capacity as Umno member

UPDATED 2.02PM | She says the decision was made as she is now fighting through a new platform under Bersatu.

Students to ensure TangkapMO1 is not hijacked by politicians

Students to ensure TangkapMO1 is not hijacked by politicians

Only students, and not politicians, can address crowd at Dataran Merdeka.

Grand coalition - breaking the 'divide and rule' scheme

Grand coalition - breaking the 'divide and rule' scheme

COMMENT | A united opposition equals to a serious challenge for Umno-BN.

Quake devastates towns in central Italy, at least 20 believed killed

Quake devastates towns in central Italy, at least 20 believed killed

The quake struck in the early hours of the morning when most people were asleep.

DBKL top guns to update asset declaration documents on Friday

DBKL top guns to update asset declaration documents on Friday

The mayor says this is to facilitate MACC's investigations.

AirAsia provides free flights for life to Asean gold medalists

AirAsia provides free flights for life to Asean gold medalists

Tony Fernandes says silver and bronze medalists will also be rewarded.

Federal Court to hear appeal on child conversion on Nov 14

Federal Court to hear appeal on child conversion on Nov 14

UPDATED 1.40PM | On Indira Gandhi’s appeal on the unilateral conversion of her children to Islam by her ex-husband.

Lawyer Hafarizam to represent PM in Zaid's suit

Lawyer Hafarizam to represent PM in Zaid's suit

UPDATED 1.01PM | The lawyer, however, does not know who will represent 1MDB and Najib's stepson Riza Aziz.

Ling to cite Pahang MB vs Utusan case to strike out Najib's suit

Ling to cite Pahang MB vs Utusan case to strike out Najib's suit

UPDATED 1.08PM | This is on the ruling that an elected representative is not allowed to sue, says the ex-MCA chief's lawyer.

BN leaders deny Umno out to seize Penang BN chief post from Gerakan

BN leaders deny Umno out to seize Penang BN chief post from Gerakan

This is after an online news portal quoted an anonymous Gerakan leader as saying Umno wants the post.

September deadline to file challenge against DOJ forfeiture suit

September deadline to file challenge against DOJ forfeiture suit

Claims must be filed by those seeking to challenge the asset forfeiture, says Department of Justice.

MAS being sued for RM616,000 for alleged sexual assault

MAS being sued for RM616,000 for alleged sexual assault

UPDATED 12.35PM | Suit filed by Australian woman who claims she was assaulted by the chief steward on a flight to Paris in 2014.

M’sia backs global move against weapons of mass destruction

M’sia backs global move against weapons of mass destruction

This on on the proposal for the UN to develop dialogue against such weapons at all levels to raise greater awareness.

Mismatch between demand and supply of civil service jobs

Mismatch between demand and supply of civil service jobs

MP SPEAKS | This situation in civil service positions shows many Malaysians have not escaped from the middle-income trap.

Malay dignity as wavy as the blade of a keris

Malay dignity as wavy as the blade of a keris

Queer that Malay dignity needs to be redeemed.

When humour is no laughing matter

When humour is no laughing matter

‘Do I fear? Yes, we are human,’ says Zunar. ‘But responsibility is bigger than fear.’

How low would you go, Paul Low?

How low would you go, Paul Low?

YOURSAY | ‘Isn't it strange that you would wait for the courts of another country to find the perpetrators…’

Silence is golden, and apologies best unbidden

Silence is golden, and apologies best unbidden

COMMENT | Once the foot is in the mouth, it is not easy to get it out.

Chong Wei, you owe no one an apology

Chong Wei, you owe no one an apology

YOURSAY | ‘There is no shame in not winning a gold medal for Malaysia.’

At last, Nawawi forced to eat humble pie

At last, Nawawi forced to eat humble pie

YOURSAY | ‘Will the IGP now tell us that Nawawi is exonerated of all offences under the law?’

PKR's DOJ offensive; lambasting for Ku Nan; Petronas' Sarawak saga

PKR's DOJ offensive; lambasting for Ku Nan; Petronas' Sarawak saga

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