Archive - 19 February 2017

Seven nabbed after lorry driver forced to swallow bullet-like objects

Seven nabbed after lorry driver forced to swallow bullet-like objects

The lorry driver was bound, assaulted and accused of stealing.

When they go low, do we go high?

When they go low, do we go high?

Like it or not, Donald Trump’s campaign was wildly successful. As Malaysia trudges into election season, there is a thing or two that we need to learn - lest we also be ensnared in demagoguery and fall into the lure of a strongman leader.

Cyclist arrested in scuffle with DBKL over impounded bikes

Cyclist arrested in scuffle with DBKL over impounded bikes

DBKL man claims cyclist assaulted him, but eyewitness says the cyclist was slapped.

Umno to go on nationwide info blitz on forex scandal

Umno to go on nationwide info blitz on forex scandal

Annuar Musa says this is important as public is equating forex scandal to 1MDB.

'Is Johor MB living in a shoplot with 13 others?'

'Is Johor MB living in a shoplot with 13 others?'

Latest Election Commission data seems to suggest so, says Mengkibol lawmaker.

Orphans' foundation threatens 2nd lawsuit against PM's ex-pol sec

Orphans' foundation threatens 2nd lawsuit against PM's ex-pol sec

Shahlan Ismail and Yapeim director Abibullah Samsudin have 48 hours to retract statements, Pemangkin says.

Najib: EPF 5.7pct dividend good enough

Najib: EPF 5.7pct dividend good enough

This is given the challenging global economic conditions, the PM says.

PAS-PKR ties are solid, says Iskandar

PAS-PKR ties are solid, says Iskandar

PAS veep says no talk on cutting ties with PKR in recent central committee meeting.

Sea of purple at Padang Merbok

Sea of purple at Padang Merbok

Some 55,000 people flood Padang Merbok, Kuala Lumpur to back changes to the Syariah Court (Criminal Jurisdiction) Act (Act 355), Feb 18, 2017.

Police seeking four N Korean suspects

Police seeking four N Korean suspects

UPDATED 5.45PM | However, the police believe all four fled the country on the day of Kim Jong-nam's murder.

In Kim Jong-nam's case, Bukit Aman becomes media's focus

In Kim Jong-nam's case, Bukit Aman becomes media's focus

Bukit Aman has become a focal point for the media as the high-profile murder case brews.

CFM: Pastor's abduction a grave concern

CFM: Pastor's abduction a grave concern

The Christian umbrella body says the work of people of faith must be free of threats of violence.

Cops probing presence of minors at Act 355 rally

Cops probing presence of minors at Act 355 rally

Dang Wangi police say this is a violation of the Peaceful Assembly Act and investigations are ongoing.

Act 355 rally not right as it's politically motivated, says Dr M

Act 355 rally not right as it's politically motivated, says Dr M

UPDATED 5.31PM | The former PM opines the PAS-led rally yesterday is not aimed at Islam, but GE14.

Eight injured teen cyclists still hospitalised at HSA

Eight injured teen cyclists still hospitalised at HSA

Two are in ICU while six others are in stable condition in the ward.

Mahathir open to probe if same applies to Najib

Mahathir open to probe if same applies to Najib

UPDATED 4.20PM | Dr Mahathir Mohamad says authorities can charge him as well, but they must also go after Najib Razak over 1MDB.

Dr M: Kit Siang can be PM only if Malays want him

Dr M: Kit Siang can be PM only if Malays want him

For now, DAP is just a 'small party' without the requisite Malay support, says Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

Kadir: Why not probe dwindling foreign reserves?

Kadir: Why not probe dwindling foreign reserves?

Veteran newsman A Kadir Jasin points out that reduction in Bank Negara's reserves far exceeds forex losses in 1990s.

Gerakan’s ‘selective amnesia’ won’t change it’s role in Hadi's bill

Gerakan’s ‘selective amnesia’ won’t change it’s role in Hadi's bill

COMMENT | They forget they are part of the federal gov't that is taking over the 'hudud bill'.

Tycoon and ex-ministers made party to PKA suit

Tycoon and ex-ministers made party to PKA suit

26 ex-PKA board members are now third party defendants in PKA's suit against OC Phang.

Transgender models make more than a fashion statement

Transgender models make more than a fashion statement

MALAYSIANSKINI | A socially-conscious brand seeks out transgender models to send a message of empowerment.

Arrest cops involved, say lawyers after new autopsy confirms beatings

Arrest cops involved, say lawyers after new autopsy confirms beatings

UPDATED 12.19PM | The 2nd post mortem allegedly reveals multiple injuries on the North Klang IPD victim.

Gov’t tells off N Korea; BN Tg Datu landslide win; rallies pro, anti 355

Gov’t tells off N Korea; BN Tg Datu landslide win; rallies pro, anti 355

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

Dr M not the only one to blame…

Dr M not the only one to blame…

When demonising rivals, parties also demonise communities.

Harapan and Bersatu, the train is about to leave

Harapan and Bersatu, the train is about to leave

YOURSAY | ‘If the opposition wants to beat the odds, avoid competing with one another.’

Noh's thumbs up signals Jamal's 'quit Umno' sandiwara over

Noh's thumbs up signals Jamal's 'quit Umno' sandiwara over

YOURSAY | 'If this is how Umno acts as the opposition, imagine if they lose Putrajaya.'