Archive - 18 November 2016

The opposition wants to resort to street demonstrations to change the gov’t, says the communications minister.

UPDATED 2AM | It’s obvious Bersih has an evil agenda to incite the people to take to the streets and topple the PM, he says.

Maria Chin Abdullah's children pen their thoughts after her arrest.

The efforts of ex-Umno leaders Dr M and Muhyiddin have opened the eyes of the Umno grassroots, she says.

The red-shirts leader has been dodging the media radar.

UPDATED 2AM | Police are conducting mass arrests before the Bersih 5 and red-shirts rally.

UPDATED 7.20PM | The rally tomorrow is legal, insists the former prime minister.

The Centre for Human Rights Research and Advocacy (Centhra) is deeply disturbed by reports that the head of the red-shirts, Jamal Md Yunos, was allegedly punched in a scuffle with police at Ampang Point Mall in Ampang, Kuala Lumpur recently as well as the reactions of various quarters towards this incident.

COMMENT | We must understand that we do not live in a lawless country.

COMMENT | Bersih 5 is about whether Najib should be allowed to act without constraints.

UPDATED 6.25PM | Bersih deputy chairperson says he will lead protesters at Masjid Negara while Ambiga will replace Maria at Jalan Bangsar.

It is a last-ditch and disgraceful attempt to thwart the Bersih rally, says Ambiga.

Adam Rosly says he will only explain his business to investigating authorities.

Kuala Lumpur police chief stresses the diversions are not road blocks.

Australia must tell the world the truth, that a corrupt regime rules M’sia with an iron fist, says Nick Xenophon.

UPDATED 6.05PM | We want to ensure that it will be safe, says Amar Singh.

As expected, the results of the US presidential election has led to uncertainty about the future of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA). This is very much clear as President Barack Obama’s administration has suspended its efforts to win congressional approval for his Asian free-trade deal before president-elect Donald Trump takes office on Jan 20, 2017.

Focus on what we can do for the island instead, Bayan Baru MP says.

UPDATED 10.58PM | Raid related to probe on electoral watchdog’s funding.

One of the sites was a swamp where the body of the victim was found.

UPDATED 6.30PM | Loke is probed over 'topple Najib' speech, Liu for 'provocation' with intent to cause riot.

It reminds police Section 18 of the PAA stipulates counter-rallies be rescheduled to avoid clashes.

Unless you have been living under a rock in these past few years, you might have noticed that the United States had elected Donald Trump as the new president-elect. This event in addition to the events of Brexit earlier this year has represented a large shift in political views around the world.

It is not about seeking electoral reform, says Putrajaya's propaganda unit.

Central bank only clamping down on speculative activities on the ringgit, says assistant governor.

How can it be a manipulation when the finances have been verified by auditor-general, asks Penang CM.

CMA charges clearly a case of pure harassment, says Malaysiakini editor-in-chief.

Bersih 5 is scheduled to take place this Saturday, while the red-shirts have also organised a counter-rally on the same day.

The Bersih 5 rally will be held on Nov 19 from 10am to 6pm.

Tajuddin Abdul Rahman says Mahathir does this to achieve his own political agenda.

Setiawangsa parliamentary constituency voters also filed a judicial review today.

From anti-Bersih to pro-Bersih.

UPDATED 6.30PM | The state panel says the ex-MB's claim was wrong, as negotiations are still in progress.

Gabungan Bertindak Malaysia (GBM) urges all Malaysians, regardless of race and religion, to join the Bersih 5 rally on Nov 19 and support the five demands of the rally for clean elections, clean government, strengthening of parliamentary democracy, the right to dissent and empowering Sabah and Sarawak.

Jamal and his supporters helped propel Bersih into the limelight instead of burying the movement.

UPDATED 3.52PM | HRW labels the charging of Steven Gan under Section 233(1)(a) as an act worthy of a 'dictatorial' regime.

All that sabre-rattling appears to be just that.

Suhakam reminds authorities to exercise restraint when responding to protesters and to comply with the law.

Raising the stakes in demanding reforms?

PM says it is just an opposition movement.

At 10am, the ringgit was trading at 4.4030/4100 against the US dollar.

UPDATED 3.25PM | This is for two videos on KiniTV's website, where Khairuddin Hassan criticises the AG.

Ex-Federal Court judge Gopal Sri Ram says Ali Hamsa's warning to civil servants is null and void.

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

However a message produced in court shows Yeo Jiawei bragging about his M'sian connections.

Home minister says police will not take sides in taking action.

MP SPEAKS | Explosive revelations at the Yeo Jiawei trial on apparently sham investments must be probed.

DAP-Paya Terubong wants such development to be reviewed asking the state not to pander to developers.

'The West wants us to join their bandwagon, to paint a picture that we give birth to violence,' says the DPM.

MALAYSIANS KINI | A teen spreads the message of tolerance, unity as he serves breakfast at SS2 market.

There were some who seem to feel that the Penang Transport Master Plan (PTMP) will only benefit the elites of society and not those from the lower economic groups due to the lesser abilities of them owning a car.

'Why promise audit report on 1MDB then jail those who reveal them?'

YOURSAY | ‘Let’s investigate all politicians perceived to be living beyond their means.’

COMMENT | Recalling Bersih: a tribute in four parts. When Mahathir joined the protest.

YOURSAY | ‘The university should not interfere in the political pursuits of students.’