Archive - 28 January 2017

The failure of civil society and the rise of populist movements in the West

The failure of civil society and the rise of populist movements in the West

It is puzzling to watch the irrational behavior of certain civil society movements in the United States since the election of Donald Trump, and parts of the world which include Malaysia on their understanding and focus of human rights.

Drop in fatal road accidents in seven days of 'Ops Selamat 10'

Drop in fatal road accidents in seven days of 'Ops Selamat 10'

Motorcyclists and pillion riders are the highest number of casualties with 59 deaths.

Kit Siang mulls legal action over Hadi's ‘anti-Islam’ claim

Kit Siang mulls legal action over Hadi's ‘anti-Islam’ claim

The DAP parliamentary leader has instructed his lawyers to consider if the PAS president's claims are defamatory.

Trump suspends US refugee programme for 120 days

Trump suspends US refugee programme for 120 days

The president orders his secretary of state to review the US refugee programme.

Penang religious exco denies Hadi's claims

Penang religious exco denies Hadi's claims

Abdul Malik Kassim says Islam has prospered in Penang under Pakatan Harapan rule.

Moderate celebration for Chinese community in Bukit Kepong

Moderate celebration for Chinese community in Bukit Kepong

One resident says they could not buy groceries and new clothes after a link-road was closed due to flash floods.

Cops looking for MyVi driver caught on video blocking ambulance

Cops looking for MyVi driver caught on video blocking ambulance

Video shows driver obstructing an ambulance in the emergency lane of the Federal Highway.

M'sian among IS-linked militants killed in Philippines assault

M'sian among IS-linked militants killed in Philippines assault

The bombing also wounded the main target, the group’s leader Isnilon Hapilon, says report.

Analyst: MACC must have concrete evidence to prosecute 'big sharks'

Analyst: MACC must have concrete evidence to prosecute 'big sharks'

UM associate professor says law deals with facts and not mere perception.

Mah questions Kit Siang's intention to meet, claims 'insincere'

Mah questions Kit Siang's intention to meet, claims 'insincere'

Gerakan chief says the DAP stalwart only raised the matter in a press conference but did not issue any formal invitation.

The call of the Rooster for 2017

The call of the Rooster for 2017

COMMENT | What we want is the golden rooster, not the one full of mischief.

Suspect in driver assault case once acquitted of murder

Suspect in driver assault case once acquitted of murder

Tengku Hazrul Shah was however re-arrested under the Emergency Ordinance in 2007, says report.

Crow like roosters at break of dawn, Liow advises M'sians

Crow like roosters at break of dawn, Liow advises M'sians

In this modern age, everyone should have the spirit to wake up early and to work hard, adds MCA president.

My Malay children and their Chinese heritage

My Malay children and their Chinese heritage

Bi-racial identity is lost on official papers, but is celebrated in daily life.

How students from China celebrate CNY in ‘eternal summer M'sia’

How students from China celebrate CNY in ‘eternal summer M'sia’

They tell how different the Spring Festival they celebrate in their home country is from the Lunar New Year here.

Fact check: In Dr M vs Najib, who is right on DAP for DPM post?

Fact check: In Dr M vs Najib, who is right on DAP for DPM post?

FACT CHECK | Malaysiakini looks into the many twists and turns on the slip-up Mahathir said arose from his statement on the DPM post.

MACC summons 24 individuals in 'Ops Caviar' crackdown

MACC summons 24 individuals in 'Ops Caviar' crackdown

This is in connection with a RM47.6 million sturgeon farm project in Pahang, says report.

'Dr M least credible person to urge Najib's exit over 1MDB'

'Dr M least credible person to urge Najib's exit over 1MDB'

This is due to the BMF and forex scandals during Mahathir's time as PM, says Salleh Keruak.

'Umno doesn't practice corruption'; Umno-PAS cooperation

'Umno doesn't practice corruption'; Umno-PAS cooperation

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

MACC chief, we’re waiting, we’re waiting

MACC chief, we’re waiting, we’re waiting

YOURSAY | ‘Yours is a song we have heard so many times that we can join you in the chorus.’

Gong Xi Fa Cai from Malaysiakini

Gong Xi Fa Cai from Malaysiakini

We hope the Year of the Rooster will bring peace, justice and freedom to all.