Archive - 29 August 2017

M'sia heads for landslide victory in SEA Games

M'sia heads for landslide victory in SEA Games

But the day ends in heartbreak when an own goal handed Thailand the football gold medal. 

Jinx led Thailand to dash M'sia's SEA Games football hope

Jinx led Thailand to dash M'sia's SEA Games football hope

The most sought after gold medal was jinxed after Malaysian goalkeeper punched the ball into his own goal.

Thai PM brushes aside deal behind Yingluck's escape

Thai PM brushes aside deal behind Yingluck's escape

Prayut says he did not discount the possibilities of involvement by errant gov't officials. 

Perak DAP reps complain of new voters with incomplete addresses

Perak DAP reps complain of new voters with incomplete addresses

They say this leads to suspicion in the presence of hidden hands out to frustrate voters registration.

'PAS not interested in PKR's begging for cooperation'

'PAS not interested in PKR's begging for cooperation'

Ulama treasurer Khairuddin says Harapan 'missed the train' for saying it would not work with PAS.

Felda areas in Johor remain BN stronghold, says MB

Felda areas in Johor remain BN stronghold, says MB

Khaled says there would be no 'political tsunami' to the opposition from the voters in Felda.  

Salleh: Kit Siang fears Najib will prove he's not wanted by DOJ

Salleh: Kit Siang fears Najib will prove he's not wanted by DOJ

He says Lim's open letter was 'devoid of logic, amateurish', something one would expect from 'political novice'. 

Ex-AG Gani's driver shot

Ex-AG Gani's driver shot

The victim sustained a gunshot wound to his leg in this morning's attack.

Liow and Chua pitted against each other in parody video

Liow and Chua pitted against each other in parody video

The video was posted on a pro-DAP Facebook page called Nasi Lemak 2020.

PAS divides Harapan on Facebook: DAP rep 'unfriends' PKR reps

PAS divides Harapan on Facebook: DAP rep 'unfriends' PKR reps

Ong Boon Piow removes those who want negotiations with PAS to continue.

PKR's one-paragraph statement reaffirms commitment to Harapan

PKR's one-paragraph statement reaffirms commitment to Harapan

PKR remains committed towards efforts to strengthen Pakatan Harapan. 

Tourism NGO upset with state exco over 'Penang' word

Tourism NGO upset with state exco over 'Penang' word

This comes after Danny Law reportedly said PTO cannot use the word 'Penang' in its name.

Najib: Remain united for Malaysia's development

Najib: Remain united for Malaysia's development

In a video clip, PM says efforts to develop the country will continue to be carried out.

MACC seeks help of NS secretariat office in Gatco case

MACC seeks help of NS secretariat office in Gatco case

MACC sources say state SUK office helping to locate relevant documents.

Sultan Nazrin: Tun Razak would be disappointed if he was still alive

Sultan Nazrin: Tun Razak would be disappointed if he was still alive

Perak ruler outlines four scenarios – unity, education, NEP and corruption.

Crown prince chooses football fans over politicians

Crown prince chooses football fans over politicians

'The fans are the heartbeat that motivates a football team whether it is a club or a national team.'

Tajuddin lawsuit against Khalid, KiniTV gets court date

Tajuddin lawsuit against Khalid, KiniTV gets court date

Court date for suit against Khalid, KiniTV and NST set for March next year.

Colours of Merdeka

Colours of Merdeka

Schoolchildren rehearse for the Merdeka Day parade at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur.

'Violence in Myanmar shows Suu Kyi's true colours'

'Violence in Myanmar shows Suu Kyi's true colours'

Amanah Youth blames Myanmar's gov't for recent outbursts of violence in Rakhine.

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Ambiga fears three-cornered fights will hand BN 2/3 majority

Ambiga fears three-cornered fights will hand BN 2/3 majority

She tells Harapan to continue talks with PAS to ensure straight fights in the election.

Zahid: No arbitrary issuance of UNHCR card for Rohingyas

Zahid: No arbitrary issuance of UNHCR card for Rohingyas

This is to prevent M'sia from becoming 'overburdened' by the refugees, says DPM. 

Politicians from both sides of divide hope for M'sian victory tonight

Politicians from both sides of divide hope for M'sian victory tonight

DPM Zahid hopes for a 1-0 win over Thailand while Dr M says whatever the outcome, sportsmanship should prevail. 

Tian Chua denies allegations about Azmin's no-show at Harapan meet

Tian Chua denies allegations about Azmin's no-show at Harapan meet

Azmin was to present a proposal on working with PAS, but no one knows why he did not turn up, say some leaders.

Politburo became a difficult place after Anwar's jailing, claims Rafizi

Politburo became a difficult place after Anwar's jailing, claims Rafizi

PKR vice-president reveals the reason for his protracted absence from political bureau meetings.

Shahidan and Padang Besar MP sued over rice cookers

Shahidan and Padang Besar MP sued over rice cookers

Supplier files suit over 60,000 rice cookers reportedly customised with Umno, BN logos, and Shahidan's initials.

National striker Thanabalan belongs to M'sia, says mum

National striker Thanabalan belongs to M'sia, says mum

All eyes will be glued to the TV, with special attention on Thanabalan for tonight's SEA Games football finals. 

Retiring IGP Khalid calls on Najib

Retiring IGP Khalid calls on Najib

Khalid retires after 40 years in the force. 

Taxman's next target - lawyers, doctors and...

Taxman's next target - lawyers, doctors and...

UPDATED 2.53PM | IRB will conduct nationwide operations to audit professionals, says CEO. 

IRB: Raids on Dr M's sons' firms not politically motivated

IRB: Raids on Dr M's sons' firms not politically motivated

UPDATED 2.17PM | IRB's CEO also says there was 'a need to' carry out the raids.  

Penang PKR Youth differs from No 2, backs ending talks with PAS

Penang PKR Youth differs from No 2, backs ending talks with PAS

The wing says it welcomes the decision to cease all cooperation with PAS.

Parties involved in DOJ's '1MDB' suits want proceedings to continue

Parties involved in DOJ's '1MDB' suits want proceedings to continue

Their lawyers have filed motions arguing that the move is DOJ's latest tactic to delay proceedings.

Ex-K'tan PKR Youth chief says removal against Anwar's wish

Ex-K'tan PKR Youth chief says removal against Anwar's wish

Dr Hafidz Rizal Amran also says his removal carried out without due discussions.

Khairy: I decided not to sell tickets online due to unstable process

Khairy: I decided not to sell tickets online due to unstable process

Concerns that online payment gateway provider wouldn't be able to handle volume of tickets.

Ex-auditor: I was told 'orang atasan' did not want me to interfere

Ex-auditor: I was told 'orang atasan' did not want me to interfere

UPDATED 3.03PM | FOREX RCI | P Kanason says he was issued an order by 'higher-ups' when he raised issues on the trading.  

Accused of being 'Umno agent', Rafizi says he only met Zahid once

Accused of being 'Umno agent', Rafizi says he only met Zahid once

UPDATED 2.25PM | He forgives his critics and tells them not to think of him as a threat to their positions.

Report: 900 documents linked to Jho Low, 1MDB given to authorities

Report: 900 documents linked to Jho Low, 1MDB given to authorities

Geneva-based bank Lombard Odier reportedly turned over voluminous paperwork belonging to its client.    

Asean must act now to stop Rohingya genocide

Asean must act now to stop Rohingya genocide

Asean needs to stop Rohingya killings and prevent a civil war in Myanmar.

N Korea fires missile over Japan, escalating tensions

N Korea fires missile over Japan, escalating tensions

The Hwasong-12 missile lands in the sea some 1,180 km off Hokkaido.  

One way for Harapan to settle the non-consensus on PAS

One way for Harapan to settle the non-consensus on PAS

'The consensus model adopted by Pakatan Rakyat has its limits when there is no consensus.'

Azmin's aide summoned by MACC over Unisel investigation

Azmin's aide summoned by MACC over Unisel investigation

UPDATED 5.56PM | Azmin's strategic communications director believes the report was filed by Kelana Jaya Umno Youth.

Tough choice for Trump if Congress refuses border wall financing

Tough choice for Trump if Congress refuses border wall financing

A government shutdown would result if Congress is unable to agree on a spending deal.

Dr M's lawyer urges forex RCI chairperson to withdraw 'conclusion'

Dr M's lawyer urges forex RCI chairperson to withdraw 'conclusion'

UPDATED 11.45AM | The RCI is urged to withdraw estimate of forex losses to maintain commission's dignity.

Harapan needs adequate Indian representation

Harapan needs adequate Indian representation

ADUN SPEAKS | 'Indians should be respected for their immense contribution to this country and given due representation.'

Hadi trying to deflect blame for Memali violence

Hadi trying to deflect blame for Memali violence

YOURSAY | 'If only Ibrahim Libya had surrendered, no one would have died.'

The difference between forex and 1MDB losses

The difference between forex and 1MDB losses

A QUESTION OF BUSINESS | One was theft and the other was a harebrained scheme.

Gombak, Klang rivers 'turn blue' as Najib opens Kolam Biru

Gombak, Klang rivers 'turn blue' as Najib opens Kolam Biru

PM’s vision for clean rivers in KL reaches new milestone, with Phase One of the River of Life project launched.

Roller-coaster ride for Malaysiakini starting anew

Roller-coaster ride for Malaysiakini starting anew

YOURSAY | ‘The order is - take out Malaysiakini.’

PAS talks fuel drama in PKR; four more states may fall with Harapan-PAS alliance

PAS talks fuel drama in PKR; four more states may fall with Harapan-PAS alliance

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

Harapan party chiefs shut the door on PAS amid debate within PKR

Harapan party chiefs shut the door on PAS amid debate within PKR

PKR deputy president Azmin Ali was notably absent at the Harapan presidential council meeting.