Archive - 23 June 2017

IGP: Expert report delaying child sexual cases

IGP: Expert report delaying child sexual cases

Khalid says their own standard operating procedure for each case to be settled in three months.

Bersatu member lodges MACC report against Mahathir

Bersatu member lodges MACC report against Mahathir

Wan Mohamad from Shah Alam division wants a probe into the wealth of the former premier's family.

IGP denies 'most wanted' terrorist killed in Marawi

IGP denies 'most wanted' terrorist killed in Marawi

Khalid says he just received information that the news report on Dr Mahmud's death was not true.

Annuar Musa accuses WSJ of peddling fake news about M'sia

Annuar Musa accuses WSJ of peddling fake news about M'sia

Umno info chief says the 'propaganda paper' has shown blatant favouritism for the opposition the last 19 years.

UM comes under fire for ‘mishandling’ sexual assault cases

UM comes under fire for ‘mishandling’ sexual assault cases

Gerak's Zaharom Nain says such cases must not be covered up just to maintain the 'good name' of a university.

FGV grants Zakaria extension to reply show-cause letter

FGV grants Zakaria extension to reply show-cause letter

This will be the CEO's second and final extension to submit a reply. 

Sabah rep: S'wak's hoo-ha over tourism tax came to nothing

Sabah rep: S'wak's hoo-ha over tourism tax came to nothing

DAP's Chan Foong Hin says the only way to fight for state autonomy is through parliamentary reform.

Bar: Downplaying of DOJ's serious allegations unacceptable

Bar: Downplaying of DOJ's serious allegations unacceptable

The Malaysian Bar is also disturbed by the media coverage which appears muted.

Nothing wrong with MIC getting funds from Najib, says treasurer

Nothing wrong with MIC getting funds from Najib, says treasurer

Vell Paari says this happened even during Dr Mahathir Mohamad's time as prime minister.

Najib calls for peace, unity among Muslims

Najib calls for peace, unity among Muslims

'Victory for Muslims begins only when they forgive each other for the sake of unity', says PM in a blog posting.

Zenith denies using minister's name to justify high fees

Zenith denies using minister's name to justify high fees

The construction company's chairperson says the 'bloated' fees matter was discussed during Apr 6 meeting with the works minister.

Dr M returns to former stronghold after 14 years with anti-Najib message

Dr M returns to former stronghold after 14 years with anti-Najib message

He tells Kubang Pasu Umno members to join Bersatu where the 'true spirit' of Umno lives on.

Increase in cost of living is killing the Raya mood

Increase in cost of living is killing the Raya mood

Festivities are now clouded with financial uncertainties.

Kudos for dropping stigmatising language against LGBT

Kudos for dropping stigmatising language against LGBT

COMMENT | A rare positive outcome for LGBT group as Health Ministry reframes terms in youth video competition. 

Vigneswaran re-appointed as Dewan Negara president

Vigneswaran re-appointed as Dewan Negara president

He promises to strengthen Dewan Negara's functions so that it remains relevant in highlighting the people's problems.

MACC, EAIC to work together to address graft

MACC, EAIC to work together to address graft

The two agencies will share information, expertise, technology and their respective studies as a strategic medium for collaboration.

Nancy Shukri: Spad has checks and balances to ensure accountability and efficiency

Nancy Shukri: Spad has checks and balances to ensure accountability and efficiency

The professional planning body and industry regulator has thorough standard operating procedures, says the minister. 

Najib blames Proton's 'chief tester' for company's problems

Najib blames Proton's 'chief tester' for company's problems

UPDATED 5.18PM | The 'unrealistic dreams' of Proton's former chief tester were indulged for too long, says PM.

'Forex task force's report took four months, zilch from 1MDB probe after two years'

'Forex task force's report took four months, zilch from 1MDB probe after two years'

Muhyiddin Yassin says this is one of the things which an RCI on 1MDB must investigate.

Though not easy, Geely pledges to turn around Proton in shortest time

Though not easy, Geely pledges to turn around Proton in shortest time

UPDATED 4.15PM | Revival of Proton and Lotus will not be an easy task in a market with fierce competition, says ZGH chair.

Gerakan willing to mediate between Guan Eng and Seng Giaw

Gerakan willing to mediate between Guan Eng and Seng Giaw

Tan's Facebook post has vindicated Gerakan's claims about overdevelopment in Penang, Dominic Lau says.

Muhyiddin questions Najib's decades-long silence on forex losses

Muhyiddin questions Najib's decades-long silence on forex losses

He did not raise it in the cabinet during Mahathir's time, claims Bersatu president.

Racist view of FDI will leave M'sia impoverished, says Najib

Racist view of FDI will leave M'sia impoverished, says Najib

UPDATED 3.30PM | PM vows Malaysia will not lose its sovereignty under his watch at Geely-DRB-Hicom signing ceremony.

Rights NGOs slam ban on S'porean activist

Rights NGOs slam ban on S'porean activist

Suaram and FIDH reports activist Han Hui Hui is now on Immigration's blacklist and was deported last Sunday.

1MDB - the jewel of Malaysia's crown

1MDB - the jewel of Malaysia's crown

'We have to chart a clear path for stolen assets, goods, and jewels to be returned to this country.'

Video of seemingly drunk students dancing goes viral

Video of seemingly drunk students dancing goes viral

The youths are also heard swearing at each other and are believed to have been playing truant.

Siti Kasim charged for obstruction over Jawi transgender raid

Siti Kasim charged for obstruction over Jawi transgender raid

UPDATED 3.13PM | The lawyer-cum-activist claims trial to the charge and is granted bail.

Man hacked to death by 15 youths over misunderstanding

Man hacked to death by 15 youths over misunderstanding

A meeting to clear the air over a turns fatal for a 22-year-old in Besut.

MOF issues request for proposal for Bandar M'sia master developer

MOF issues request for proposal for Bandar M'sia master developer

'The proposer must demonstrate how their proposal focuses on the key themes of serving people and the national interest of M'sia.'

Penang interfaith walk, buka puasa aims to defy bigotry, racism

Penang interfaith walk, buka puasa aims to defy bigotry, racism

The historic walk from church to mosque wants to dispel attempts to sow disharmony.

Bersatu 'ready to compromise' on Harapan president post, for consensus' sake

Bersatu 'ready to compromise' on Harapan president post, for consensus' sake

Party info chief admits 'original proposal' to put Muhyiddin Yassin as Harapan president, to strengthen Harapan to face GE14.  

Bullying: Take the bull by the horn

Bullying: Take the bull by the horn

Studies show that statistics on bullying cases in Malaysia stand unchanged at two percent. 

The opposition must tell us who we’re voting for

The opposition must tell us who we’re voting for

Is it Mahathir, Muhyiddin, Anwar or Wan Azizah?

PKR rep's hunger strike lands him in hospital

PKR rep's hunger strike lands him in hospital

S Kesavan was protesting outside the EC HQ in Putrajaya, against several issues, including the sudden surge in new voters' registration.

Esscom lists 18 foreigners wanted for transborder crimes

Esscom lists 18 foreigners wanted for transborder crimes

The authorities fear they will enter the country by posing as illegal immigrants or fishermen.

A meeting of sycophants, bootlickers and apple polishers

A meeting of sycophants, bootlickers and apple polishers

‘We are sorry, Sir... These have been trying days for you and the family.’

Kedah BN reps’ centres turn discount wet market tomorrow

Kedah BN reps’ centres turn discount wet market tomorrow

BN Kedah service centres statewide will sell cheaper beef and other produce for a day.

Wrong defendants named in suit, temple escapes demolition

Wrong defendants named in suit, temple escapes demolition

Caretaker and devotees wins a bid to stop the demolition Hock Sui Tong temple in Kepong.
 

DAP condemns Malacca MCA rep's 'infidel' badge

DAP condemns Malacca MCA rep's 'infidel' badge

It is important to stamp out extremism, especially when militants are eyeing to establish new grounds here, says Lim Kit Siang.

DOJ just doing its job, but is AG doing his?

DOJ just doing its job, but is AG doing his?

YOURSAY | 'A civilised government would not allow money to be laundered on their soil.'

Another bank punished; call for RCI on 1MDB too; sex crimes

Another bank punished; call for RCI on 1MDB too; sex crimes

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

BN website's article claims Mkini made up Mrs MO1's pink diamond

BN website's article claims Mkini made up Mrs MO1's pink diamond

Commentary in BNBBC’s website says Malaysiakini duped the world media on the ‘fictitious’ rock.

Azalina, why panic when money is being returned to M'sia?

Azalina, why panic when money is being returned to M'sia?

YOURSAY | ‘Only those whose assets are getting seized should panic.’

Felda NGO cautions Najib on Isa's Spad appointment

Felda NGO cautions Najib on Isa's Spad appointment

Anak’s Mazlan Aliman recalls when critics protested the listing of FGV, the PM took offence.

Don't blame us for Bersatu’s mess, Umno MP tells Dr M

Don't blame us for Bersatu’s mess, Umno MP tells Dr M

Anuar Manap denies accusations Bersatu members are being paid to ditch the party.

The last weekend before Hari Raya

The last weekend before Hari Raya

PHOTO ESSAY | Soak up the atmosphere at Jalan TAR on the last Sunday of Ramadan.