Archive - 24 August 2017

Former premier gets a spirited welcome at hall Umno Youth threatened to torch 16 years ago.  

Faiz Fadzil says PAS will not only kill itself, but those around it, by forcing multi-corner fights in GE14.

State Gerakan vice-chairperson Oh Tong Keong says the idea will be proposed for discussion at next meeting. 

Wanita PKR chief says PAS' threat to take Gombak back is a non-serious 'superhero' statement.

'Getting statements from overseas witnesses will prolong the investigations,' says Azam Baki.

Ministry says it did not publish any books omitting Mahathir's tenure as 4th prime minister.

He also says shortlisting of candidates is an ongoing process. 

'We don't reject (having an RCI) but it must bring good for the people,' says PM.

PM is scheduled to meet Trump on Sept 12.

Investigations being conducted following tip-off.

PKR veep hopes those responsible don't have any tricks up their sleeves to delay presentation in Parliament.

'If everything were to be ‘RCI-ed’, the gov't will be digging up old cases to table findings again,' says adviser.  

SBF and SCCI are disappointed that the ministry has not appointed their candidate.

Junz Wong refutes talk that party president and his fellow veep Peter Anthony were arrested by the MACC.

Azmin's political secretary returns fire to Rizal Mansor over MACC's Unisel probe.

UPDATED 8PM | FOREX RCI | The dealing, he says, was done under a management position.

Likas assemblyperson says he brought up the issue in the Sabah state assembly but got no answers. 

Citing LTAT's 2016 financial report, PKR VP says board recorded an RM120 million share impairment.

COMMENT | However, the stakes may be too big for Umno.

Bids for AKU series of plates totals RM3.5 million, says Perak JPJ.

COMMENT | ‘Sometimes in life we get dealt dud cards, but we still have to play the hand the best we can.’

'I was informed by the Customs Department that they will be ready in time for Sept 1,' says tourism minister.

The two men in their 60s pleaded not guilty to dragging the chained animal for more than two kilometres. 

However, only one athlete was warded, says Tunku Imran.

Ruler talks of how one individual purportedly asked a player to feign injury, so that he can come in as a substitute.

The Penang CM says the influence of the former premier is still felt in the area.

The former opposition leader is seeking to set aside his Sodomy II conviction.

S'gor PAS chief says contesting in Gombak is 'wajib' for the party, which commands two out of three state seats there.

The ex-law minister seeks new Federal Court panel to re-hear his bid on AG's refusal to charge PM on 1MDB scandal.

PM compliments Bank Negara’s management in his latest tweet.

FOREX RCI | However, the former auditor adds that limit allowed for management deals was not stated.

Conclusion was made following medical examinations, it says.

UPDATED 4.30PM | He says this when asked if he agrees with Mahathir’s claim that Hadi's speech led to the tragedy.

Anwar notes how his name has cropped up several times during testimonies.

The defendant claims that the plaintiff does not have the legal standing to initiate the suit.

Minister also reminds civil servants to be grateful and support the ruling government. 

UPDATED 1.50PM | Former finance minister denies saying he would need to resign if the losses were made public.

PKR Youth wings in the PAS-led state want its chief to quit, reportedly for being close to PAS.

Mother hopes the errant hotel will educate instead of punishing staff over the incident.

They were in support of Leong's decision to quit from PKR's political bureau, says his aide. 

Dr M says the RCI's findings has nothing to do with his politics and position as Pakatan Harapan leader.

UPDATED 2.20PM | Party is ready to take on both BN and Harapan, says state PAS leader Sallehen Mukhyi.

COMMENT | Otherwise, one would be stupefied by the contrasting aspects of his persona.

UPDATED 2.44PM | They will take to the streets on Sept 10 and march from Maju Junction to Sogo.

COMMENT | We are sensing a change of mood, particularly in semi-urban areas. 

'If Trump wants to participate in our election, he can give his endorsement.'

Musa Hassan laments everyone wants justice for the victims, but forget the police personnel who lost their lives.

'If he is given the slot, it will clear a lot of questions on the issue,' Khalil tells Sinar Harian.

The 92-year-old former prime minister dismisses concerns about his health condition.

Friction between Trump and fellow Republicans has grown in recent months.

Help all Malaysians, not just Malays or your own people.

COMMENT | No, but a strong Chinese influence throughout the country may overwhelm local interests.

Mahathir has reportedly invited the ousted MIC chief's loyalists for a chat in his bid to attract Indian support.

Donald Trump looks forward to celebrating the 60th anniversary of US-Malaysia diplomatic ties.

'If we can work together with Dr Mahathir to save Malaysia, why not PAS?' asks PKR Youth leader.

Umno will have more new, and female candidates in GE14, says DPM. 

YOURSAY | ‘It wouldn't surprise if MCA seats are further reduced come GE14.’

Supporters put up banners overnight after William Leong's resignation from his PKR post.

State PKR communications chief says its divisions are still behind Ab Aziz Ab Kadir's leadership.

COMMENT | The TPPA has little to do with trade liberalisation.

We don’t ever learn and the reason is obvious. Corruption prevents correction.

The Penang gov’t quarters is being demolished to pave way for 2,000 Putrajaya’s PR1MA houses.

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

YOURSAY | ‘Umno’s deep pockets have it firing on all four cylinders.’