Archive - 2 September 2016

Ismail Sabri: Malays must be united to maintain racial unity

Ismail Sabri: Malays must be united to maintain racial unity

He says the attitude of some Malays themselves who preferred disunity had become a bad example.

Johor exco man wants vehicles leaving Singapore to be sprayed

Johor exco man wants vehicles leaving Singapore to be sprayed

Ayub Rahmat says this was necessary in view of the rise in Zika infections.

Is Selangor implementing ‘Malaysian Malaysia’, asks Noh Omar

Is Selangor implementing ‘Malaysian Malaysia’, asks Noh Omar

He says DAP had been known to propagate the concept of equality for all races.

‘Kelantan should work with federal gov’t to raise people’s income’

‘Kelantan should work with federal gov’t to raise people’s income’

Deputy minister Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub says the state gov’t should not blame the federal gov’t.

Ali Tinju’s vehicle sprayed with red paint just outside Bukit Aman

Ali Tinju’s vehicle sprayed with red paint just outside Bukit Aman

The Gerakan Merah leader was summoned there to have his statement recorded.

Problematic members should quit PAS, says Hadi after Husam's departure

Problematic members should quit PAS, says Hadi after Husam's departure

He says this in response to Husam, who claimed more PAS members will join Amanah.

Dr M’s lawyer: What is the AG doing dancing with ministers?

Dr M’s lawyer: What is the AG doing dancing with ministers?

Haniff Khatri says the behaviour was unbecoming of an attorney-general.

AELB renews full operating licence for Lynas plant

AELB renews full operating licence for Lynas plant

Lynas says this followed a rigorous review undertaken by the AELB and other bodies.

Zahid: US using our techniques to combat militants

Zahid: US using our techniques to combat militants

The deradicalisation method is being adopted in its detention facility on Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, says DPM.

'Why doesn't the peninsula celebrate Sarawak's independence then?'

'Why doesn't the peninsula celebrate Sarawak's independence then?'

This is as Sarawak had to celebrate Malaya's independence, argues a state DAP member.

IGP: Don't drag us into politics over 'Najib is MO1' issue

IGP: Don't drag us into politics over 'Najib is MO1' issue

Civil suits not our business, says Khalid after Rahman Dahlan’s admission.

Ali Tinju probed for insulting police over TangkapMO1

Ali Tinju probed for insulting police over TangkapMO1

'We will investigate him under Section 504 of the Penal Code that carries a two-year jail sentence,' says Khalid.

Jamal's act confirmed Umno practises money politics, says Rais

Jamal's act confirmed Umno practises money politics, says Rais

The party veteran ticks off the Sungai Besar party chief for his shameful act.

Jagdeep: Foreigners buying Penang properties declined by 50pct

Jagdeep: Foreigners buying Penang properties declined by 50pct

The state exco member says Penang introduced several measures to control purchases of properties by foreigners.

IGP says cops to look into Namewee’s 'deplorable lock-up' claims

IGP says cops to look into Namewee’s 'deplorable lock-up' claims

UPDATED 6.55PM | Lodging a report is best, but cops will still act based on Namewee’s claims, says Khalid.

Rafizi to commit to army veterans' cause ahead of possible jailing

Rafizi to commit to army veterans' cause ahead of possible jailing

He'll visit every major army camp across M'sia and accept invitations  for dialogue from army veterans.

Students combatting the Politics of Fear

Students combatting the Politics of Fear

Today it’s them, tomorrow, it will be us.

Light at the end of the tunnel on cases of unilateral conversion

Light at the end of the tunnel on cases of unilateral conversion

MCA’s religious harmony bureau welcomes the latest reassurance by Tourism and Culture Minister Nazri Aziz who was formerly the de facto law minister in his announcement that the Bill to amend the Law Reform (Marriages and Divorce) Act 1976 (LRA) set be tabled in the October Dewan Rakyat proceedings will resolve the issue of unilateral child conversions.

Political will can resolve labour migration issues

Political will can resolve labour migration issues

A recent roundtable discussion on the need for a comprehensive policy on labour migration reveals how much agreement there is among stakeholders on the fundamentals of labour migration.

MACC records Penang rep's statement on alleged housing graft

MACC records Penang rep's statement on alleged housing graft

She is a witness in the investigation, which involves her father.

Pahang MB says MACC report against him 'good move' but may sue

Pahang MB says MACC report against him 'good move' but may sue

It shows democracy, tranparency being practised, adds Adnan.

Tangkap MO1 student activists sue cops

Tangkap MO1 student activists sue cops

The three claim the cops denied them access to their lawyers when they were arrested last month.

Najib receives 592 cows donated for Aidiladha

Najib receives 592 cows donated for Aidiladha

The cows will be donated to mosques, surau, government agencies and NGOs in PM's Pekan constituency.

ROS satisfied, no reason not to approve us, says Bersatu

ROS satisfied, no reason not to approve us, says Bersatu

Its pro tem secretary points out that all requirements have been met.

Zahid: Spirit of reciprocity drives Umno leadership excellence

Zahid: Spirit of reciprocity drives Umno leadership excellence

'Only leaders with a high level of resilience, fighting spirit and competitiveness are able to pass these tests,' says DPM.

PM: I'm only human who has weaknesses

PM: I'm only human who has weaknesses

But Najib pledges to continue struggle for religion, country.

Penang rep's father remanded over alleged housing graft

Penang rep's father remanded over alleged housing graft

UPDATED 3.54PM | Lim Keat Seong has been remanded for seven days.

Malays are now diverse, no longer just Umno’s

Malays are now diverse, no longer just Umno’s

In former deputy prime minister Dr Ismail Abdul Rahman’s memoirs, ‘The Reluctant Politician’, his comments on the New Economic Policy’s pro-bumiputera policies are well noted.

Protesters want more local Tamil content; Astro says already investing heavily

Protesters want more local Tamil content; Astro says already investing heavily

Protesters complain that many Indian content are from India.

Samsung stops sale of Galaxy Note 7

Samsung stops sale of Galaxy Note 7

The phones have been shown to burst into flames while recharging.

Najib: Asia upholds non-intervention in domestic politics

Najib: Asia upholds non-intervention in domestic politics

UPDATED 3.40PM | Our citizens are not patriots if they call on foreign powers to intervene in our affairs, says PM.

Rahman Dahlan ticked off for 'showing ignorance' on DOJ lawsuit

Rahman Dahlan ticked off for 'showing ignorance' on DOJ lawsuit

The minister's conclusion fundamentally flawed, says MP Charles Santiago.

Khairy hands over pendrive to MACC, wants contents made public

Khairy hands over pendrive to MACC, wants contents made public

UPDATED 1.48PM | He wants MACC to release details in the pendrive after probe is completed.

Time to regulate the security guard systems

Time to regulate the security guard systems

COMMENT | We are vulnerable to those who exploit our willingness to pay security fees.

PAS thanks FT mufti for supporting Act 355 amendments

PAS thanks FT mufti for supporting Act 355 amendments

'This issue should not be politicised as it is not a political issue, rather, it is a responsibility for all Muslims.'

5.5-magnitude quake in Indonesia early today

5.5-magnitude quake in Indonesia early today

This occurred in Northern Sumatra, 134km south-east of Padang Sidempuan, at 4.04am

Selangor Sultan marries RTM news reader Norashikin

Selangor Sultan marries RTM news reader Norashikin

The marriage took place at the Royal Mosque of Istana Alam Shah in Klang on Merdeka Day.

Six matters that Syabas’s management should do

Six matters that Syabas’s management should do

I refer to the ongoing water disruption in USJ 1 to USJ 15 (‘the affected area’).

Police say attack by IS on Malaysia Day possible

Police say attack by IS on Malaysia Day possible

The militant group wants its presence felt in M'sia, says DIGP.

Protesters want former Sri Lankan president Rajapaksa deported

Protesters want former Sri Lankan president Rajapaksa deported

UPDATED 2.40PM | About 70 protesters show their displeasure at presence of Rajapaksa at a conference in PWTC.

'Minister’s confirmation on MO1 must have surprised gov’t'

'Minister’s confirmation on MO1 must have surprised gov’t'

Kit Siang also asks if Rahman Dahlan’s admission got the approval of the PM and his cabinet.

What happens when the sex offender is a child?

What happens when the sex offender is a child?

SPECIAL REPORT | Rehabilitation of sex offenders remains a thorny issue but experts believe it is crucial.

Christian group celebrates Muslim imam's Merdeka run

Christian group celebrates Muslim imam's Merdeka run

This is in recognition of efforts by Nasir Abas to promote harmony in the country.

Police rubbish UFO ‘sighting’ in Kuala Krai

Police rubbish UFO ‘sighting’ in Kuala Krai

The one minute and 25 second video was falsely attributed as being produced by Bernama.

Jamal: Sponsors, savings funded RM1k for 646 Umno delegates

Jamal: Sponsors, savings funded RM1k for 646 Umno delegates

The Sungai Besar Umno chief sheds light on the source of money he handed out to delegates.

An illegal rally to demand arrest of illegal protesters

An illegal rally to demand arrest of illegal protesters

YOURSAY | ‘Only in M’sia can a 'thief' protest in front of a police station to get another 'thief' arrested.’

Johari denies MyDeposit slashed due to financial constraints

Johari denies MyDeposit slashed due to financial constraints

Allocation for this housing aid scheme remains at RM200 million, second finance minister insists.

Auditor-general urged to probe vanity car number plate deals

Auditor-general urged to probe vanity car number plate deals

C4 raises questions on the Road Transport Dept’s practice of selling such rights.

Onus is on PM to show proof, not Muhyiddin

Onus is on PM to show proof, not Muhyiddin

YOURSAY | ‘If Najib is innocent, he must sue Muhyiddin for claiming the PM is a thief…’

Search for MO1 ends; Zika has landed; Rafizi faces jail

Search for MO1 ends; Zika has landed; Rafizi faces jail

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

Will you faint or die if you see RM4b in your bank account?

Will you faint or die if you see RM4b in your bank account?

YOURSAY | ‘Nazri, why don’t you prove Muhyiddin wrong? Why is it so difficult?’