Archive - 13 December 2016

UN warns of executions as Assad's forces retake Aleppo

UN warns of executions as Assad's forces retake Aleppo

Opposition leaders and civilians fear deadly reprisals by the Syrian government.

Anwar's kin mull new Agong's pardon, if review fails

Anwar's kin mull new Agong's pardon, if review fails

It is one of the options, but they will have to discuss this with him first.

Police nab alleged mastermind of Bill Kayong's murder

Police nab alleged mastermind of Bill Kayong's murder

UPDATED 11.54PM | His arrest at KLIA follows his apprehension and deportation by Chinese authorities.

Petronas to adjust output after oil cut deal

Petronas to adjust output after oil cut deal

The voluntary adjustment is expected to be implemented beginning from January 2017.

Muhyiddin: Bersatu gives PAS until next year

Muhyiddin: Bersatu gives PAS until next year

UPDATED 7.30PM | ‘Be fair to the parties concerned, since (we have) only held the first meeting.'

S’pore and Malaysia sign agreement for High-Speed Rail system

S’pore and Malaysia sign agreement for High-Speed Rail system

UPDATED 7PM | The High-Speed Rail line is expected to be completed by 2026.

Harapan and Bersatu formalise electoral pact

Harapan and Bersatu formalise electoral pact

UPDATED 7.35PM | Bersatu is not joining Pakatan Harapan yet, but both entities commit to cooperation in writing.

Heavy escort for Anwar's court appearance

Heavy escort for Anwar's court appearance

Anwar Ibrahim is surrounded by prison guards while attending a court hearing.

13,730 workers laid off in Singapore, highest since 2009

13,730 workers laid off in Singapore, highest since 2009

Professionals, managers, executives and technicians more likely to be made redundant, says Ministry of Manpower report.

Page urges Education Ministry to come clean on Pisa 2015

Page urges Education Ministry to come clean on Pisa 2015

The ministry still owes public a lot of explanations on why Malaysia not ranked, it says.

HRW says Myanmar's military burned down Rohingya houses

HRW says Myanmar's military burned down Rohingya houses

Satellite imagery and eyewitness interviews point the finger at the military for setting 1,500 houses ablaze, says Human Rights Watch.

Recovery begins after Cyclone Vardah claims 14 lives in South India

Recovery begins after Cyclone Vardah claims 14 lives in South India

The cyclone, packing winds of around 120 kilometres per hour, hit land near Chennai in Tamil Nadu.

'MRT’s SBK Line will put KL among top 20 most liveable cities'

'MRT’s SBK Line will put KL among top 20 most liveable cities'

Urban residents will demand better amenities and services, as KL’s population will be 10 million in 2020.

Esszone curfew order extended to Dec 29

Esszone curfew order extended to Dec 29

The 6pm to 6am curfew covers waters off Tawau, Semporna, Kunak, Lahad Datu, Kinabatangan, Sandakan and Beluran.

A month later, cops still grilling MPs on Bersih 5

A month later, cops still grilling MPs on Bersih 5

Cops summon three more MPs for questioning today, but did not get much out of them.

New Agong has people’s welfare at heart, says Kelantan MB

New Agong has people’s welfare at heart, says Kelantan MB

Sultan Muhammad V constantly shares his views and suggestions on various issues, says Ahmad Yakob.

Last search boat for missing flight MH370 sets sail

Last search boat for missing flight MH370 sets sail

MH370 | The MV Fugro Equator left Fremantle to conduct a final sweep of deep ocean ravines.

Justo will be granted royal pardon, says his lawyer

Justo will be granted royal pardon, says his lawyer

The convicted ex-Petrosaudi International employee is among thousands pardoned by the new Thai king.

Perlis MCA rep thought walkout would suffice

Perlis MCA rep thought walkout would suffice

Party expects Khaw Hock Kong to speak up in state assembly.

Trump picks ExxonMobil boss Tillerson as secretary of state

Trump picks ExxonMobil boss Tillerson as secretary of state

However, the choice attracts criticism because of Rex Tillerson's close ties with Russia.

A cry for the nation

A cry for the nation

The protracted struggles with no end in sight;
Some said it is policies we fight;
Some said it is principles we are willing to die;
And yet some said our strategies and tactics must be right.

Last chance for Anwar to get out of jail tomorrow

Last chance for Anwar to get out of jail tomorrow

UPDATED 2.25PM | Federal Court will deliver its verdict on his review bid over Sodomy II conviction.

Jho Low family's move to claim assets rejected by US court

Jho Low family's move to claim assets rejected by US court

The Los Angeles Federal Court also notes that the family members do not have direct control over the assets.

Ex-top cop wins consent judgment against three media groups

Ex-top cop wins consent judgment against three media groups

UPDATED 1.20PM | This is over a defamation suit Ramli Yusof had filed regarding the ‘Copgate’ affair.

Leave granted for dad’s judicial review bid for daughter to get IC

Leave granted for dad’s judicial review bid for daughter to get IC

UPDATED 12.55PM | KL High Court grants leave to hear the full merits of Liew Yee Hong’s application.

Jakarta's governor goes on trial in blasphemy case

Jakarta's governor goes on trial in blasphemy case

Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, a Christian, is accused of ‘publicly expressing hostility to, abusing and disparaging’ a religion.

Appellate court throws out bid to try Khairuddin, Matthias under Sosma

Appellate court throws out bid to try Khairuddin, Matthias under Sosma

UPDATED 12.45PM | The three-member panel says there is no merit in the prosecution’s appeal.

How Trump's tax reform will hurt Malaysia

How Trump's tax reform will hurt Malaysia

COMMENT | The Congressional Republicans' plan penalises US firms with input from offshore sources - including Malaysia.

PAS rejects Muhyiddin's offer to build ties with Amanah, DAP

PAS rejects Muhyiddin's offer to build ties with Amanah, DAP

Offer was to help build a relationship among PAS, DAP and Amanah for opposition to unite against BN in GE14.

Sultan Muhammad V takes oath of office as 15th Agong

Sultan Muhammad V takes oath of office as 15th Agong

UPDATED 1.32PM | This is carried out at the Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur, in a ceremony steeped in tradition.

MCA could have just told Najib off on conversion law

MCA could have just told Najib off on conversion law

YOURSAY | ' Abstention is the usual game played by MCA whenever there's a controversial issue.'

Are 1MDB deals with China digging a hole to cover a hole?

Are 1MDB deals with China digging a hole to cover a hole?

YOURSAY | ‘How long can this cover-up last? After China, there will be no more loans to get.’

Bersatu-Harapan tie-up; Perlis rep rapped; royal concern over graft

Bersatu-Harapan tie-up; Perlis rep rapped; royal concern over graft

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

The ‘Dumno’ theology

The ‘Dumno’ theology

Why is ‘Be End’ still relevant?