Archive - 24 February 2017

Woman driver in cycling accident not a VIP's daughter

Woman driver in cycling accident not a VIP's daughter

Johor Baru South police chief denies claims about the woman whose car mowed into a group of teenaged cyclists.

Najib: Saudi king's visit reaffirms strong ties with M'sia

Najib: Saudi king's visit reaffirms strong ties with M'sia

Saudi Arabia is now one of Malaysia's largest trading partners, says PM, adding that its investments are expected to create thousands of jobs.

Penang football fans target Zairil, want Guan Eng's intervention

Penang football fans target Zairil, want Guan Eng's intervention

They also want the Penang FA coach to be sacked.

I was behind MACC complaint, Bahri's sister-in-law reveals

I was behind MACC complaint, Bahri's sister-in-law reveals

Ex-MACC dvision head has nothing to do with inheritance tussle of his wife’s family, says Nor Maiza Abdullah.

Minister rebuts Harapan's 'EPF in trouble' claim

Minister rebuts Harapan's 'EPF in trouble' claim

Abdul Rahman Dahlan says EPF's exposure to 1MDB is only 0.027 percent of total investments.

How millions flowed from charity account to Gambia's ex-president

How millions flowed from charity account to Gambia's ex-president

Funds from the charity founded by the former president, and whose wife was the foundation's president, flowed to him.

Harapan Youth lodges report over Jamal's hearse 'abuse'

Harapan Youth lodges report over Jamal's hearse 'abuse'

Delegation led by Selangor PKR Youth chief Afzainizam Rahman filed report at Shah Alam Police District.

Dzulkefly likens PAS' Act 355 solution to doctor's misdiagnosis

Dzulkefly likens PAS' Act 355 solution to doctor's misdiagnosis

The disease and syndrome need to be identified before a cure is administered, says Amanah strategy director.

S'gor Umno: Up to Najib if Umno should work with PAS to retake state

S'gor Umno: Up to Najib if Umno should work with PAS to retake state

BNBBC portal claims Pakatan Harapan has divided PAS seats between Amanah and Bersatu.

Anwar prefers RCI, but is ready to assist task force on forex losses

Anwar prefers RCI, but is ready to assist task force on forex losses

He hopes it won't be political ruse to divert from pressing issues like the economy and 1MDB.

Ramasamy: UM's panel on alleged racism an 'exercise in futility'

Ramasamy: UM's panel on alleged racism an 'exercise in futility'

Similar reports against lecturers and staff of public institutions have gone unpunished, the DAP leader says.

Speed up efforts to abolish death penalty

Speed up efforts to abolish death penalty

It is time that the Malaysian government should speed up the efforts to abolish death penalty.

Anifah criticises 'delusional' N Korean envoy for spewing lies

Anifah criticises 'delusional' N Korean envoy for spewing lies

UPDATED 4.30PM | At this juncture, we don't see the need to dignify the statements and accusations against Malaysia, he adds.

MRCB snubs anti-incinerator petition

MRCB snubs anti-incinerator petition

UPDATED 4.24PM | Its representative rejects the petition, saying MRCB knows nothing about the incinerator project. 
 

Zahid orders review of ties with North Korea

Zahid orders review of ties with North Korea

UPDATED 3.50PM | 'We leave our diplomatic ties to the Foreign Ministry to carry out an assessment and present to the cabinet to decide.'

Bvlgari watches, Dr M and the late sultan of Johor

Bvlgari watches, Dr M and the late sultan of Johor

In the wake of a royal dressing down, a FB post recalls the fondness and respect Mahathir and the late ruler had for each other.

Coming soon: Settle PTPTN loans at airports before flying abroad

Coming soon: Settle PTPTN loans at airports before flying abroad

This is among the facilities to be introduced by MAHB to improve the queue management system. 

No request received to quiz duo, says N Korean embassy

No request received to quiz duo, says N Korean embassy

Embassy responds to IGP's statement that police have submitted an official letter.

My father rose from the dead to vote, claims Azmin

My father rose from the dead to vote, claims Azmin

UPDATED 7.20PM | MB alleges his father's name appeared on the electoral roll, long after he had died.

Azmin: Najib's scramble over 'minister quit' claim shows panic

Azmin: Najib's scramble over 'minister quit' claim shows panic

The PKR deputy defends his revelation, saying it has served to show Najib's weakness.

Phantom voters in Sekinchan?

Phantom voters in Sekinchan?

DAP's Sekinchan rep is alarmed by the addition of 1,614 new voters in the latest electoral roll.

Time to look for alternatives on home ownership?

Time to look for alternatives on home ownership?

Conventional thinking dictates that each family in this country should own a home. That has been an acceptable norm as a roof over one’s head is considered a basic necessity. A house is an appreciating asset that can possibly be passed down for generations. Home ownership has been relatively affordable for many years as income levels increase with economic growth.

What really is the chemical weapon substance used to kill Jong-nam?

What really is the chemical weapon substance used to kill Jong-nam?

KINIGUIDE | Just a drop of it on your skin can kill you in minutes.

Police, atomic agency to sweep KLIA2 for 'radioactive waste'

Police, atomic agency to sweep KLIA2 for 'radioactive waste'

IGP says there is a possibility of 'radioactive waste' from the use of VX nerve agent.

Indonesian suspect vomited in taxi as a result of VX, says IGP

Indonesian suspect vomited in taxi as a result of VX, says IGP

UPDATED 10.55PM | The women suffered adverse reactions due to handling the nerve agent without protective gear.

Execution of brothers halted after 11th-hour clemency appeal

Execution of brothers halted after 11th-hour clemency appeal

UPDATED 11.25PM | The duo have been on death row for a murder in Port Dickson that occurred 12 years ago.  

Home minister, IGP must ensure teen witnesses' safety

Home minister, IGP must ensure teen witnesses' safety

MP SPEAKS | The continued remand of the two teens linked to S Balamurugan's case is highly worrying.

A musical interlude - the Selangor Philharmonic Orchestra

A musical interlude - the Selangor Philharmonic Orchestra

INTERVIEW | Not all the young musicians see the SPO as a stepping-stone to a professional career.

IGP: Jong-nam's kin not coming here any time soon

IGP: Jong-nam's kin not coming here any time soon

UPDATED 1.28PM | Top cop says his deputy was misquoted by the media, and M'sia will not send people to Macau.

Vell Paari wants N Korean diplomat's immunity revoked

Vell Paari wants N Korean diplomat's immunity revoked

MIC treasurer-general urges IGP and AG to look into existing laws to revoke the immunity.

Oil sold out of tanker storage in Asia as market slowly tightens

Oil sold out of tanker storage in Asia as market slowly tightens

An oil trading manager says dancing contango is now not a profitable thing to do.

Lawyer of teen witnesses in Balamurugan case decry their continued remand

Lawyer of teen witnesses in Balamurugan case decry their continued remand

UPDATED 4.42PM | Suaram slams rearrest and chain remand of the teenagers, saying it is a blatant abuse of power by police.

Trump inauguration singer wants to ‘enlighten’ him on transgender rights

Trump inauguration singer wants to ‘enlighten’ him on transgender rights

She asks Trump to meet with her and her transgender sister.

You don't ask a plumber to do a doctor's job

You don't ask a plumber to do a doctor's job

How can one with ‘no experience’ head highest audit office?

So 'PAS for All' applies only to S'gor and not elsewhere?

So 'PAS for All' applies only to S'gor and not elsewhere?

YOURSAY | 'Why is it that PAS-PKR-DAP-Amanah works wonders in S'gor, but suddenly turns insufferable outside...?'

Early tests show 'chemical weapon' substance used on Kim

Early tests show 'chemical weapon' substance used on Kim

The IGP says they found 'VX nerve agent', a chemical outlawed under the Chemical Weapons Convention.

Conquering Mount Kinabalu to help cancer patients

Conquering Mount Kinabalu to help cancer patients

The Max Foundation raises funds to help Malaysians face cancer with dignity and hope.

It is not about the hearses, but Jamal’s antics...

It is not about the hearses, but Jamal’s antics...

COMMENT | It is about Jamal’s lack of sensitivity towards the Muslim community as a whole.

Now you know why some minorities give up on M’sia

Now you know why some minorities give up on M’sia

YOURSAY | ‘It’s this poor excuse of a man who is disrespecting Islam by (mis)using it to stop Kit Siang.’

Politicians get royal flak; N Korea backlash; Jong-nam's kin to arrive

Politicians get royal flak; N Korea backlash; Jong-nam's kin to arrive

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

Will Uber and Airbnb be given a free hand in Malaysia?

Will Uber and Airbnb be given a free hand in Malaysia?

While the Land Public Transport Commission (Spad) had drawn up plans to regulate ride-hailing services such as Uber by proposing amendments to relevant laws for tabling in Parliament next month, there had been no announcement on private shelters used for renting out for a fee.

Kim’s murder mystery breaks with North Korean assassin tradition

Kim’s murder mystery breaks with North Korean assassin tradition

The bizarre assassination of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's estranged half-brother marks a departure.

Nufam wants action on airlines still owing EPF and Socso payments

Nufam wants action on airlines still owing EPF and Socso payments

The flight attendants' union estimates the sum for 2016 amounts to around RM1 million.