Archive - 28 July 2017

Death of Briton undetermined, family to file revision

Death of Briton undetermined, family to file revision

The coroner says he could not determine the manner Huntley died due to his decomposed body.

No stay, but NRD will not implement 'out-of-wedlock' decision yet

No stay, but NRD will not implement 'out-of-wedlock' decision yet

The child's lawyer adds NRD should be more diplomatic in their approach in handling such matters.

Closely examining Anwar's worldview

Closely examining Anwar's worldview

COMMENT | Tomorrow's symposium on the “Muslim democrat ” must wrestle with Anwar's substance, not shadows.  

IRB says it can collect outstanding taxes even after death

IRB says it can collect outstanding taxes even after death

IRB is empowered to claim a deceased's outstanding amount under the Income Tax Act 1967, says taxman. 

S'wak rep sees marginalisation of East M'sia in CJ's extension

S'wak rep sees marginalisation of East M'sia in CJ's extension

Baru Bian questions what he claimed was 'disrespectful' treatment of Justice Richard Malanjum.

Spad: Amendments will improve taxi, Uber, Grab services

Spad: Amendments will improve taxi, Uber, Grab services

It says amendments would ensure service operators and drivers would implement the highest safety standards.

Group: Cease arbitrary detention and deportation of human rights defenders

Group: Cease arbitrary detention and deportation of human rights defenders

We express our concerns on the growing trend in M'sia where activists are detained and others deported. 

 

UNHCR did not extend cooperation for refugee identification

UNHCR did not extend cooperation for refugee identification

Nur Jazlan says ministry had decided to obtain biometric info directly from refugees without going through UNHCR.

Petronas to take a hit from Canada pullout, but sees long-term domestic gains

Petronas to take a hit from Canada pullout, but sees long-term domestic gains

It says will continue to develop Canada gas assets.

Ex-AG wants ex-CJ to explain Raus' appointment as additional judge

Ex-AG wants ex-CJ to explain Raus' appointment as additional judge

Abu Talib says Arifin owes a duty to the public to explain the basis of him advising the Agong to appoint them.

PAS wants new law compelling civil courts to abide by fatwas

PAS wants new law compelling civil courts to abide by fatwas

'Islam should be a reference for all matters including matters of law,' says Kuala Nerus MP. 

Ex-AG shares his thoughts on Apandi's handling of 1MDB affair

Ex-AG shares his thoughts on Apandi's handling of 1MDB affair

Abu Talib Othman believes that the AG 'acted to the best of his ability under the circumstances today'.

Dr M: I will not rejoin Umno even if Najib steps down

Dr M: I will not rejoin Umno even if Najib steps down

The former premier criticised the party for prioritising 'dedak' over race, religion, and country.

High Court allows PM to intervene in Zaid's suit

High Court allows PM to intervene in Zaid's suit

Najib's lawyer says he's going to file affidavits in the lawsuit seeking the disclosure of the PM's bank accounts. 

Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif resigns after disqualification by court

Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif resigns after disqualification by court

The Supreme Court also orders a probe against the PM and his family for having unexplainable wealth. 

Lawyers' group not tickled by speaker's joke about jailing journalists

Lawyers' group not tickled by speaker's joke about jailing journalists

LFL tells Pandikar that he can only inspire public confidence with his conduct, not by berating the press.

Consultant with Master's degree jailed for theft, impersonating cop

Consultant with Master's degree jailed for theft, impersonating cop

Azmin Disa, a father of two, ransacked the belonging of his victim while posing as a cop and took his handphone. 

US admiral says ready for nuclear strike on China if Trump so ordered

US admiral says ready for nuclear strike on China if Trump so ordered

Hypothetically speaking, adds Pacific Fleet spokesperson on the admiral's answer to a question.

Zuraida used her position to delay firm's payment, claims ex-MB

Zuraida used her position to delay firm's payment, claims ex-MB

Khalid Ibrahim points the finger at the Ampang MP, but she denies having a role in the matter.

Bahais could do with a temple of their own

Bahais could do with a temple of their own

We have a temple site but permission to build the temple is not forthcoming.  

Zunar to hold new cartoon exhibition in Penang

Zunar to hold new cartoon exhibition in Penang

Zunar is unfazed despite Umno youth members attacking his previous exhibition in Komtar. 

Review G25 book ban, urges G'kan Youth deputy

Review G25 book ban, urges G'kan Youth deputy

Andy Yong says he finds nothing 'prejudicial to public order' as claimed.

Gerakan leader: Guan Eng tried to defame me first

Gerakan leader: Guan Eng tried to defame me first

The CM should stop 'hiding behind the Penang water company' on the state tariff issue, says Liang Teck Meng.

'Refusing leave to challenge AG's discretion not in line with Commonwealth'

'Refusing leave to challenge AG's discretion not in line with Commonwealth'

Former Malaysian Bar president cites the practice in Singapore and the UK, where the discretion of the Attorney-General is reviewable in court.

Priority action needed to save the Malayan Tiger

Priority action needed to save the Malayan Tiger

Tomorrow, July 29, is Global Tiger Day.

Bid to review AG's decision - senior lawyer raises 'charge sheet against PM'

Bid to review AG's decision - senior lawyer raises 'charge sheet against PM'

UPDATED 6PM | Gopal Sri Ram tells the apex court that a charge sheet was issued against Najib in relation to 1MDB.

CoA decision on out-of-wedlock child 'simplistic', says Muslim lawyer

CoA decision on out-of-wedlock child 'simplistic', says Muslim lawyer

The landmark decision could destroy Muslim families and an Act cited in the judgment could also be unconstitutional, says Zainul Rijal.

Insurance coverage for e-hailing vehicles remain vague

Insurance coverage for e-hailing vehicles remain vague

E-hailing drivers must meet conditions similar to those placed on conventional taxi drivers. 

'Friends of BN': Remember Dr M's 'gift' to Anwar?

'Friends of BN': Remember Dr M's 'gift' to Anwar?

The Friends of BN Facebook page publishes a photograph of Anwar with a black eye.

Is PM Najib Abdul Razak trapped?

Is PM Najib Abdul Razak trapped?

COMMENT | Bersatu's Rais Hussin lists scandals plaguing Najib's administration and says the current opposition line-up is ready to right the wrongs. 

Najib congratulates Ali Hamsa over appointment to UN body

Najib congratulates Ali Hamsa over appointment to UN body

Ali is the first Malaysian appointed to the UN's Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) since its inception.

Debate on Anwar's thoughts to kick off soon

Debate on Anwar's thoughts to kick off soon

Anwar's ideologies over decades in activism and politics, until his jailing, will be shared nationwide and SouthEast Asia-wide, announce PKR. 

Salleh: Certainly we don't want shoes to go flying in parliament

Salleh: Certainly we don't want shoes to go flying in parliament

Minister says MPs must keep their emotions in check, and debate with facts.

'Pandikar’s excuses to reject 1MDB questions don’t stand up to scrutiny'

'Pandikar’s excuses to reject 1MDB questions don’t stand up to scrutiny'

DAP MP rues five of his questions being rejected in Parliament, says none of it was 'sub judice' or assumptive.

ROS instructs Harapan to amend logo

ROS instructs Harapan to amend logo

UPDATED 12.15PM | Dr M says the ROS wants them to include the word 'Pakatan' in the logo.

Muhyiddin: Najib's incentives for Felda folk an election ploy

Muhyiddin: Najib's incentives for Felda folk an election ploy

Only a complete turnaround will be able to rehabilitate Felda, says Bersatu president. 

Trial for Jong-nam's murder suspects to start Oct 2

Trial for Jong-nam's murder suspects to start Oct 2

UPDATED 11.52AM | The prosecution says between 30 to 40 witnesses are expected to be called to testify.

Three parties apply for recusal of CJ

Three parties apply for recusal of CJ

UPDATED 3.56PM | The parties want Md Raus Sharif to not hear their appeal over the decision by the AG to not prosecute PM Najib. 

G25 book ban 'illogical, but not surprising' - UM don

G25 book ban 'illogical, but not surprising' - UM don

UPDATED 12.34PM | Azmi Sharom slams the suppressing of free speech, Chandra Muzaffar calls the ban 'ridiculous'.

There are grounds for negative perceptions of police

There are grounds for negative perceptions of police

'The question is, whether the police are doing what they are supposed to do.'

No statistics will convince public to think positively of the authorities

No statistics will convince public to think positively of the authorities

Almost impossible to eliminate negative perception, especially crime and corruption.

Keeping up with the 40-year Kg Gatco row

Keeping up with the 40-year Kg Gatco row

KINIGUIDE | Take a tour of the long-drawn land dispute over this oddly-named kampong. 

Najib, foreign investors are not your average kampung folks

Najib, foreign investors are not your average kampung folks

YOURSAY | ‘Whoever asked you to address the investors must be tearing their hair out.’

Poll: Mkini readers believe Mahathir can be trusted

Poll: Mkini readers believe Mahathir can be trusted

Chinese-language readers however express some reservations about Mahathir turning opposition figure.

1MDB questions rejected, Parliament has everything to hide?

1MDB questions rejected, Parliament has everything to hide?

YOURSAY | ‘Sub judice? Which court cases are they referring to?’

Out-of-wedlock kids can use dad's name; 3rd 1MDB letter of support?

Out-of-wedlock kids can use dad's name; 3rd 1MDB letter of support?

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