Archive - 26 September 2016

Man, two children found murdered in Segambut apartment

Man, two children found murdered in Segambut apartment

They are believed to have been dead for more than 48 hours, says KL police chief.

Lawyer shoots nine in Houston before being killed by police

Lawyer shoots nine in Houston before being killed by police

The suspect had troubles with his law firm, authorities say.

Johor Umno leader's BMW torched in arson case

Johor Umno leader's BMW torched in arson case

The family managed to save their Chrysler and Audi Q5, police say.

Car ploughed into us suddenly, says victim's wife

Car ploughed into us suddenly, says victim's wife

This is the sad recollection of Siti Suhaiza who lost her husband and youngest daughter in a go-kart tragedy.

Perlis' Paralympic gold medallists to get terrace house, cash

Perlis' Paralympic gold medallists to get terrace house, cash

Perlis MB says the awards were in recognition of their significant contribution.

Court fixes Oct 12 for decision on gold mine company's appeal

Court fixes Oct 12 for decision on gold mine company's appeal

The appeal is against a High Court judgment found in favour of a Bukit Koman villager.

Court strikes out suit by 102 taxi drivers against Spad

Court strikes out suit by 102 taxi drivers against Spad

High Court judge says the taxi drivers used the wrong avenue to institute legal action against Spad.

M’sians must discern beyond the shades in Dr M’s London debut

M’sians must discern beyond the shades in Dr M’s London debut

Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s most recent one hour twenty minutes appearance in London before a hall filled with a discerning, interested and concerned audience deserves closer examination by Malaysians who are here in Malaysia right now.

Actor, datuk’s son held in drug raid

Actor, datuk’s son held in drug raid

An inspection of the house also found three potted plants at 19 to 100cm in height.

Azalina: Husam's rationale for suit drop doesn't make sense

Azalina: Husam's rationale for suit drop doesn't make sense

Minister says it shows the class action suit was just a cheap publicity stunt.

Abortion decision in Zika cases is a medical concern

Abortion decision in Zika cases is a medical concern

The Association of Women Lawyers (AWL) views with serious concern the Health Ministry’s decision to consult the National Fatwa Council on the issue of abortion where a woman is infected with the Zika virus.

Rafizi's NGO dangles cash prize to lure youth voters to register

Rafizi's NGO dangles cash prize to lure youth voters to register

Newly-registered voters can win up to RM1,000 every week.

Dead fisherman's family urge police to expedite murder probe

Dead fisherman's family urge police to expedite murder probe

They also want the police to reveal details of its investigation on the death of Lim Chin Aik.

Over 100 taxi drivers protest against Uber, Grab in front of PMO

Over 100 taxi drivers protest against Uber, Grab in front of PMO

UPDATED 5.50PM | They hand over a memorandum to ask Najib to focus more on the concerns of taxi drivers.

Report to be filed against tycoon's son, proxy over 'funding move to oust PM"

Report to be filed against tycoon's son, proxy over 'funding move to oust PM"

Umno Youth leader claims he has documents to back the allegation.

CIMB chief has constant worries on politics-business ties

CIMB chief has constant worries on politics-business ties

‘Malaysian politics has a much bigger connection to the economy and to business than in many other countries,’ he says.

Azmin too busy with politics to fix S'gor water woes, says Noh Omar

Azmin too busy with politics to fix S'gor water woes, says Noh Omar

UPDATED 11.37AM | The Umno minister ridicules Azmin's tango with Dr M while the state faces dry taps.

Analysts: Shafie making presence felt in Sabah through party takeover

Analysts: Shafie making presence felt in Sabah through party takeover

They say this is perceived as a short-cut for him to gain a political platform.

Rohingya footballers tackle prejudice in Malaysia

Rohingya footballers tackle prejudice in Malaysia

On a pitch in Kuala Lumpur, young refugees face a challenge like no other.

Loud blast from Batu Kawan quarry raises concerns

Loud blast from Batu Kawan quarry raises concerns

An extraordinary loud explosion that occurred in Batu Kawan recently, believed to have originated from a quarry nearby, has alarmed residents. The local communities in this area, including residents of Bandar Cassia, were shocked by the explosion that rocked the whole neighbourhood.

1MDB scandal is quite damaging, concedes Nazir

1MDB scandal is quite damaging, concedes Nazir

Prominent banker admits it has never been harder to represent Malaysia than it is now.

Traits of a good employee

Traits of a good employee

For the past year, we have seen many Malaysians losing their jobs, primarily those in the oil and gas, aviation and banking industries. This short article attempts to highlight the traits of a good employee as one strives during this survival mode.

Anina withdraws her RM2.6b suit appeal against Najib

Anina withdraws her RM2.6b suit appeal against Najib

No longer an Umno member, she is taking the battle to a new platform, Bersatu, says her lawyer.

Wheelchair users gather at Mid Valley to press for better accessibility

Wheelchair users gather at Mid Valley to press for better accessibility

They protest the lack of consideration for them in accessing public places.

Arnold Palmer, ‘The King’ of golf, dies at 87

Arnold Palmer, ‘The King’ of golf, dies at 87

Palmer won seven major championships during his playing career, which began in the 1950s.

Water supply in four Selangor areas being restored in stages

Water supply in four Selangor areas being restored in stages

The areas are Petaling region, Hulu Langat, Kuala Langat and Sepang.

Singapore’s BandLab to buy 49pct of Rolling Stone

Singapore’s BandLab to buy 49pct of Rolling Stone

The acquisition could lift the music magazine’s brand in Asia.

Guan Eng: Water rationing not an option in Penang

Guan Eng: Water rationing not an option in Penang

CM says he's warned heads will roll if this happens, to guarantee residents, investors of continuous water supply.

Sabah hostages in bad shape, urge gov't to help free them

Sabah hostages in bad shape, urge gov't to help free them

The Star receives contact from kidnappers Abu Sayyaf and a hostage held since July.

PAS refuses to settle suit with Najib over article on stepson

PAS refuses to settle suit with Najib over article on stepson

PAS lawyer Wan Rohimi Wan Daud says the matter will go to trial.

Mukhriz says he will contest in Kedah, not in Putrajaya

Mukhriz says he will contest in Kedah, not in Putrajaya

I will contest in my state in the 14th general election, the former Kedah MB says in an interview.

My reply to Sara Petra on Indian M’sians should turn to Gerakan

My reply to Sara Petra on Indian M’sians should turn to Gerakan

I would like to refer to the recent comment by Sara Petra that Indian Malaysians should turn to Gerakan if they felt MIC had failed them. Her comment shows that the young girl is naive and immature when she talks about politics. While I don't undermine the young people who like to get involved in political debates, I also would like to point out that they should carefully analyse their points before they making any biased comments.

S'gor PKR: EC's refusal to meet 'proves' redelineation proposal flawed

S'gor PKR: EC's refusal to meet 'proves' redelineation proposal flawed

EC won't meet the S'gor MB, saying the information can be found on its website.

M’sian banks brace for profit hits as O&G firms restructure debt

M’sian banks brace for profit hits as O&G firms restructure debt

The problem mirrors pain playing out in neighbouring Singapore.

Kayveas: myPPP has no issue with redelineation

Kayveas: myPPP has no issue with redelineation

He also says he was ready to contest in GE14 if given the trust by the BN leadership.

'By Muslims' halal logo a form of discrimination, says activist

'By Muslims' halal logo a form of discrimination, says activist

Ex-Fomca deputy Mohamed Shaani says there's no fair play if a racial slant is created.

Attacks on Sarawak Report only add to its credibility

Attacks on Sarawak Report only add to its credibility

YOURSAY | 'Its detractors are focusing on the messenger, but not the messages.'

Gani, the RM2.6b question is 'why' were you suddenly removed

Gani, the RM2.6b question is 'why' were you suddenly removed

YOURSAY | ‘The timing cannot be alluded to fate, but sly human interventions.'

Mahathir disappoints in London

Mahathir disappoints in London

The fault lay in the quality of the questions.

Focus on Najib's misdeeds, not Rosmah's size, Hisham Rais told

Focus on Najib's misdeeds, not Rosmah's size, Hisham Rais told

The activist responds he is not 'sizeist or sexist' and agrees to make fun of the PM instead.

Najib-Zahid handover poser; new halal logo riles

Najib-Zahid handover poser; new halal logo riles

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

So some halal products are more halal than others?

So some halal products are more halal than others?

YOURSAY | ‘Let's divide Malaysians further, a wonderful plan, just what we need now.’