Archive - 27 August 2016

Malaysian is first victim of locally-transmitted Zika virus in S’pore

Malaysian is first victim of locally-transmitted Zika virus in S’pore

The 47-year-old woman was today tested positive for the virus.

Jamil Khir: Amendments to marriage act a harmonious solution

Jamil Khir: Amendments to marriage act a harmonious solution

The minister in the PM’s Department says this dispute had dragged on for so long.

American Matt Burns is new world air guitar champion

American Matt Burns is new world air guitar champion

Contestants in the annual competition are judged on their ability to pretend to strum solos.

Namewee: I’m solely responsible, don’t go after Taiwanese band

Namewee: I’m solely responsible, don’t go after Taiwanese band

The rapper claims his music video was meant to promote religious harmony and world peace.

Home Ministry not against law-abiding rallies, says Nur Jazlan

Home Ministry not against law-abiding rallies, says Nur Jazlan

They should follow the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012, he says.

Petronas, Sarawak resolve seven staffing issues, says Adenan

Petronas, Sarawak resolve seven staffing issues, says Adenan

Among others, Petronas agreed to raise the number of Sarawakians at the management level to 60pct.

TangkapMO1 rally 'illegal' but no arrests for now, say police

TangkapMO1 rally 'illegal' but no arrests for now, say police

‘Even though they sent in a notice, it did not fulfill the guidelines,’ says Zainol Samah.

National parks will be non-smoking areas by year-end

National parks will be non-smoking areas by year-end

Smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vape and shisha there could get you fined up to RM5,000.

Catch them all or we will rally, red shirts tell police of TangkapMO1

Catch them all or we will rally, red shirts tell police of TangkapMO1

Ali Tinju says if there are no arrests, Gerakan Merah will rally at Dang Wangi police station on Monday.

The curious case of how certain laws are made

The curious case of how certain laws are made

Every law, (be it federal or state), must go through this constitutional machinery. A Federal Bill must be approved (or passed) by the Dewan Rakyat, and then passed by the Dewan Negara and finally approved by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. This last stage is known as receiving ‘the Royal Assent’.

Firm that received 1MDB funds invested in Italian F1 team

Firm that received 1MDB funds invested in Italian F1 team

Khadem Al-Qubaisi allegedly used his influence to get subsidiaries of IPIC to sponsor his team.

Bangladesh security forces kill ‘mastermind’ of Dhaka cafe attack

Bangladesh security forces kill ‘mastermind’ of Dhaka cafe attack

The militants were cornered in an early morning raid on their hideout in Naraynganj.

Mufti: Don’t slam fatwas, they can be revised

Mufti: Don’t slam fatwas, they can be revised

He says they shouldn't declare the fatwas wrong just because they disagree.

Paris prosecutor probes Scorpene subs data leak

Paris prosecutor probes Scorpene subs data leak

A French government source says DCNS had apparently been robbed.

French court suspends burkini ban but controversy goes on

French court suspends burkini ban but controversy goes on

It rules the ban has ‘seriously infringed, in a manner that was clearly illegal, fundamental liberties…’

Salleh urges Umno members to make party more popular

Salleh urges Umno members to make party more popular

He says full support should be given to Najib as party president.

Muslims should've helped explain my ‘kafir harbi’ remarks, says mufti

Muslims should've helped explain my ‘kafir harbi’ remarks, says mufti

This is to prevent non-Muslims from being confused, says Pahang mufti.

KJ keeps mum over content in Johor crown prince’s pendrive

KJ keeps mum over content in Johor crown prince’s pendrive

Tunku Ismail yesterday gave him a pendrive allegedly contained info of corrupt activities in FAM.

DBKL senior officer released after 12-day remand

DBKL senior officer released after 12-day remand

He is being probed in a case involving graft and money laundering.

'Former national leader' quarrelsome, says Najib

'Former national leader' quarrelsome, says Najib

UPDATED 4.20PM | The PM takes a veiled swipe at his critic, ex-PM Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

US, Russia say solution is near on ceasefire in Syria

US, Russia say solution is near on ceasefire in Syria

They have completed most of the technical discussions.

TangkapMO1 rally ends with 'Najib' effigy forced behind bars

TangkapMO1 rally ends with 'Najib' effigy forced behind bars

LIVE | He joins the effigies of Riza Aziz, Rosmah Mansor and Jho Low.

Director remanded to assist probe into RM15m misappropriation

Director remanded to assist probe into RM15m misappropriation

The 40-year-old was detained by the MACC at his home in Kuantan yesterday.

Check for Sirim label before buying devices and gadgets, cautions Fomca

Check for Sirim label before buying devices and gadgets, cautions Fomca

This is after a man's power bank burst into flames, burning his thigh.

As Merdeka looms, poll shows M'sians worried about economy, security

As Merdeka looms, poll shows M'sians worried about economy, security

KajiDATA Research's survey shows M'sians are proud of the country, but are concerned about security and economy.

Public officials must declare assets

Public officials must declare assets

COMMENT | An effective asset declaration system can reduce abuse of power and corruption.

Between racism and insecurity

Between racism and insecurity

As I read the arguments between Khalid Samad and Ibrahim Ali over racism and the love for one’s race and culture, I can’t help but to chip in.

We need folk with principles, not ‘anti-graft’ mirrors

We need folk with principles, not ‘anti-graft’ mirrors

YOURSAY | ‘Please ensure that a RM20 mirror is not ordered and purchased for RM2,000.’

I am not gay

I am not gay

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

Chegubard leading the media on a wild goose chase?

Chegubard leading the media on a wild goose chase?

COMMENT | All it takes is just a little effort to shed some light for a clearer picture.

Muslim scholar moots setting up consultative council

Muslim scholar moots setting up consultative council

Reps from both syariah and civil courts should discuss amendments to Law Reform Act.

Red shirts back out; more MACC arrests; Bangsa Johor gets mixed reactions

Red shirts back out; more MACC arrests; Bangsa Johor gets mixed reactions

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

First Clare, now Namewee - expect Interpol to snub PDRM

First Clare, now Namewee - expect Interpol to snub PDRM

YOURSAY | What makes the PDRM think that Interpol would arrest singers, rappers and actors?

Will we see Jho Low and Riza Aziz in US court?

Will we see Jho Low and Riza Aziz in US court?

YOURSAY | ‘It should not be a problem for them if the DOJ's claims are false.’

Syabas, Anis Syafiqah!

Syabas, Anis Syafiqah!

Folk prefer people cower to people power?

Quarry worker feared drowned after boat capsizes

Quarry worker feared drowned after boat capsizes

Six others rescued in the incident which occurred at 7pm.