Archive - 12 May 2017

Selangor Umno slams S’gor PAS as ‘opportunist’

Selangor Umno slams S’gor PAS as ‘opportunist’

It is dishonourable for remaining in the state gov’t despite terminating ties with PKR, says Noh Omar.

Merkel's party ahead as key state election campaign draws to a close

Merkel's party ahead as key state election campaign draws to a close

The chancellor's conservatives edge ahead of their Social Democrat rivals in opinion polls in Germany's most populist state.

Explain involvement of Turkish agents, say families of deported men

Explain involvement of Turkish agents, say families of deported men

UPDATED 10PM | They demand to know the role of Turkish agents in the sudden deportation of Ismet Ozcelik and Turgay Karaman.

PKR sec-gen quotes Nik Aziz in swipe against PAS exco members

PKR sec-gen quotes Nik Aziz in swipe against PAS exco members

The PKR leader makes reference to criticism of Semangat 46 when it refused to quit the K'tan gov't.

'One million jobs in five years' if Harapan wins GE14

'One million jobs in five years' if Harapan wins GE14

Bersatu Youth says the coalition intends to do this by making 'dirty jobs' appealing.

Surau puts up 'don't obstruct traffic' banner after assault incident

Surau puts up 'don't obstruct traffic' banner after assault incident

The sermon reminds the congregation to forgive and forget last week's incident.

Ku Nan says Umno logo on City Hall premises was 'a trial run'

Ku Nan says Umno logo on City Hall premises was 'a trial run'

This is sec-gen’s response to query on party’s 71st anniversary logo appearing on the DBKL headquarters.

Bersatu Youth chief and friend seek to exorcise May 13 spectre

Bersatu Youth chief and friend seek to exorcise May 13 spectre

Syed Saddiq will take to the streets to spread the message of unity tomorrow to counter the date being a grim reminder of racial riots.

Shahrizat: Wanita Umno all geared up for GE14

Shahrizat: Wanita Umno all geared up for GE14

She says the wing was confident as members had been working with people at the grassroots continuously.

Ku Nan claims students wanted to attend 'non-political' Umno bash

Ku Nan claims students wanted to attend 'non-political' Umno bash

They attended on their own volition, and the anniversary do was 'non-political' gathering, party sec-gen adds.

Guidelines for victims of sexual harassment in the workplace

Guidelines for victims of sexual harassment in the workplace

Sexual harassment is a continuing issue in Malaysia. The victim, whether male or female, has a right to not be sexually harassed. It must also be noted that it is easy for the victim to make an allegation, but it is difficult to prove the case. Thus, this article is aimed at providing a better understanding of the steps that should be taken in the event that someone experiences sexual harassment...

Umno turns 71

Umno turns 71

Umno president Najib Abdul Razak, accompanied by his wife Rosmah Mansor and top party leaders, take the stage at Umno's 71st anniversary celebration.

Opposition will continue to manipulate GST, says Najib

Opposition will continue to manipulate GST, says Najib

They’ll do so to to garner votes in the next general election, but wouldn’t dare abolish it, adds PM.

Zahid: BN to adopt new strategy in wake of PAS-PKR split

Zahid: BN to adopt new strategy in wake of PAS-PKR split

DPM says, for instance, Umno has to now face three-cornered fights in GE14. 

Azmin: PKR prepared to lock horns with PAS in three-cornered fights

Azmin: PKR prepared to lock horns with PAS in three-cornered fights

UPDATED 7PM | He also says PAS has shut the door on seat negotiations between the two parties.

Explain sale of land to private developer, Penang gov't told

Explain sale of land to private developer, Penang gov't told

Penang Gerakan wants to know the identity of the developer, and whether it was done through open tender. 

S'gor MB rules out need for snap polls, claims state gov't still intact

S'gor MB rules out need for snap polls, claims state gov't still intact

Azmin Ali has also assured the sultan that political stability will be maintained.

Khairuddin, Chang mahu saman Najib

Khairuddin, Chang mahu saman Najib

Berhubung penahanan mereka di bawah Akta Kesalahan Keselamatan (Langkah-Langkah Khas) 2012.

Court grants stay order on EC's redelineation proposal in Malacca

Court grants stay order on EC's redelineation proposal in Malacca

UPDATED 7.21PM | As such, the EC will have to postpone its May 18 local enquiry to hear voter objections on redelineation exercise. 

Khairuddin, Chang plan to file suit following their acquittal

Khairuddin, Chang plan to file suit following their acquittal

UPDATED 4.46PM | Lawyers directed to file letters of demand to PM Najib, IGP, DPM and AG for their detention under Sosma.

Jinjang residents take eviction complaint to Suhakam

Jinjang residents take eviction complaint to Suhakam

Jinjang Selatan Tambahan residents want Suhakam’s help to stop DBKL from evicting them.

Mujahid: PAS-PKR split follows Umno's script

Mujahid: PAS-PKR split follows Umno's script

It is a blessing in disguise as there's no more issue of trying to get PAS to join the opposition, says Amanah veep. 

‘Umno’s dumbing down of public universities’

‘Umno’s dumbing down of public universities’

We must find ways to make the exception the norm.

PAS will perform badly if it goes alone in GE14, says Dr M

PAS will perform badly if it goes alone in GE14, says Dr M

UPDATED 3.10PM | On PAS severing ties with PKR, the former PM says the Islamist party was 'confused'.

S'wak DAP rep disqualified from seat over alleged Aussie citizenship

S'wak DAP rep disqualified from seat over alleged Aussie citizenship

UPDATED 4.35PM | However, Dr Ting Tiong Choon claims he has renounced his Australian citizenship and remains a Malaysian citizen.

Khairuddin dares Najib to dissolve Parliament

Khairuddin dares Najib to dissolve Parliament

PM told to call general election after hinting early polls at Umno anniversary celebrations.

Ministry dismisses news of public university fees hike as fake

Ministry dismisses news of public university fees hike as fake

The viral message that fees will go up by as much as 200pct is a hoax, says the ministry.

Mahathir: I'm with DAP but it does not own me

Mahathir: I'm with DAP but it does not own me

UPDATED 2PM | Former premier says they share similar objectives to 'bring down this kleptocratic government'.

Azmin meets S'gor PAS commissioner and reps

Azmin meets S'gor PAS commissioner and reps

S'gor MB says PAS' decision to sever ties with PKR betrays the people's desire to see changes in the country.

IGP: Arrested Turkish men deported to Ankara

IGP: Arrested Turkish men deported to Ankara

UPDATED 5.03PM | The trio were allegedly involved in the Fetullah Terrorist Organisation, says Khalid. 

Works Ministry helped toll concessionaire facing bankruptcy to restructure loan

Works Ministry helped toll concessionaire facing bankruptcy to restructure loan

Minister Fadillah Yusof says they are monitoring the two companies which are in financial dire straits.

Bersih trio to be probed over candlelight vigil last November

Bersih trio to be probed over candlelight vigil last November

UPDATED 4.23PM | Mandeep Singh confirms the probe on the trio for allegedly failing to submit 10-day notice for the gathering. 

Trump attacks ‘showboat’ FBI chief; Russia probe proceeds

Trump attacks ‘showboat’ FBI chief; Russia probe proceeds

‘He's a showboat. He's a grandstander,’ Trump told NBC News.

Full acquittal granted to Khairuddin, Chang over sabotage charge

Full acquittal granted to Khairuddin, Chang over sabotage charge

UPDATED 2.07PM | This after the prosecution withdrew its case against the duo yesterday.

Najib makes brief stopover at Hangzhou to visit Alibaba

Najib makes brief stopover at Hangzhou to visit Alibaba

He is to attend the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation on May 14-15.

MCA, MIC chiefs praise Umno’s ‘moderation’ and care for all races

MCA, MIC chiefs praise Umno’s ‘moderation’ and care for all races

UPDATED 11.34AM | Umno cares for not just one race, says Liow and other BN leaders after yesterday’s bash.

To be honest, I can’t relate to May 13

To be honest, I can’t relate to May 13

‘To live in fear forever is not much of a life.’

Pua urges Selangor PAS to join Umno as opposition

Pua urges Selangor PAS to join Umno as opposition

UPDATED 2PM | Selangor DAP chief Tony Pua amused by decision of Selangor PAS to stay with the state government after breaking ties with PKR.

Grumbles over 'trickery' at Umno anniversary bash

Grumbles over 'trickery' at Umno anniversary bash

Students relate how they were 'duped', after being told they will be attending a volunteerism programme.

No more plastics and polystyrene, please

No more plastics and polystyrene, please

COMMENT | More environment-friendly policies should, in fact, be implemented nationwide.

M’sia still success story, says ex-Bank Negara deputy chief

M’sia still success story, says ex-Bank Negara deputy chief

Arshad Ayub says this is despite the country’s various failures or scandals.

Malaysia as the ‘iron brother’ of China?

Malaysia as the ‘iron brother’ of China?

COMMENT | Confusing ‘Cash is King’ with bartering the country’s strategic interests to China.

TalentCorp unfortunately can’t influence events beyond them

TalentCorp unfortunately can’t influence events beyond them

YOURSAY | ‘The incentives that TalentCorp cannot give are a fair and just society.’

Attendees hail 'best' Umno bash as they cart away boxes of freebies

Attendees hail 'best' Umno bash as they cart away boxes of freebies

‘This time it's the best because we're really getting a lot!’ gushes an Umno member.

Umno's show of numbers beats Bersih 5, Act 355 rally, but...

Umno's show of numbers beats Bersih 5, Act 355 rally, but...

The party's muscle-flexing comes at a time when its Malay support is at its lowest.

Indonesians follow Malaysia on religious intolerance

Indonesians follow Malaysia on religious intolerance

YOURSAY | ‘With all these blasphemy laws, are Indonesians better Muslims?’

MACC seizes RM1.5m cash in expatriate, professional permits case

MACC seizes RM1.5m cash in expatriate, professional permits case

Two Kedah suspects are nabbed over the case involving work permits amounting to RM20 million.

PAS finalises PKR divorce; Najib’s hand in 1MDB deals questioned

PAS finalises PKR divorce; Najib’s hand in 1MDB deals questioned

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

‘Youths should learn to tap rubber, grow rice’

‘Youths should learn to tap rubber, grow rice’

Ex-Bank Negara deputy governor Arshad Ayub proposes an 'agricultural national service'.