Archive - 25 September 2017

After being summoned by Jawi, Turkish journalist detained at KLIA

After being summoned by Jawi, Turkish journalist detained at KLIA

The Islamic Renaissance Front calls the detention 'creeping Talibanisation'. 

Judiciary makes history with elevation of four women judges to higher courts

Judiciary makes history with elevation of four women judges to higher courts

Chief Justice Md Raus Sharif says the appointments are based on merit and not to merely fill the quota. 

Segregation policy is not welcome

Segregation policy is not welcome

'This is causing such great disunity in our beautiful nation'.

EPF enjoys higher returns from US investments - Najib

EPF enjoys higher returns from US investments - Najib

'I went to the White House to represent a successful country; not to kneel or ask for alms or loans from Trump.'

Johor prince ‘appalled’ over Muslim-only laundrette in own state

Johor prince ‘appalled’ over Muslim-only laundrette in own state

The prince takes to Instagram to express disbelief at the 'extreme' move to allow only Muslims at the premises. 

Ahead of UM polls, Umany complains of unfair disqualification

Ahead of UM polls, Umany complains of unfair disqualification

A UM official, however, insists the restrictions imposed are in line with the student representative council's election guidelines. 

DAP to Wan Junaidi: Why the '20 year silence'?

DAP to Wan Junaidi: Why the '20 year silence'?

DAP man accuses Wan Junaidi of 'selling out' Sarawak by holding his tongue for two decades.

Prasarana believes ex-IGP Khalid will enhance public transport safety

Prasarana believes ex-IGP Khalid will enhance public transport safety

Khalid's police experience needed in public transport sector, says Prasarana president.

Lima lagi pusat transformasi bandar akan dibuka

Lima lagi pusat transformasi bandar akan dibuka

UTC akan diwujudkan di Perlis, Negeri Sembilan, Pulau Pinang, Selangor dan Bintulu, Sarawak.

GLC wajib lulus KPI bumiputera, kata Najib

GLC wajib lulus KPI bumiputera, kata Najib

"Ibarat kertas (peperiksaan) bahasa kebangsaan. Boleh lulus semua subjek lain, (jika) tidak lulus yang ini, gagal SPM."

'How was Najib misconstrued when he didn't ask anything from Trump?'

'How was Najib misconstrued when he didn't ask anything from Trump?'

MP SPEAKS | Lim points out that the White House transcript only showed Najib making offers.

GLCs must meet bumiputera empowerment KPIs, says Najib

GLCs must meet bumiputera empowerment KPIs, says Najib

UPDATED 6.35PM | PM likens bumi empowerment KPI to BM compulsory pass in SPM.

Hadi demands show of loyalty for Fastaqim rally

Hadi demands show of loyalty for Fastaqim rally

Members should show commitment to defend Islam and save Malay

Pathologist's testimony was flawed, lawyer tells High Court

Pathologist's testimony was flawed, lawyer tells High Court

Eric Paulsen argues that P Karuna Nithi wouldn't have died if he wasn't abused in lock-up.

Putrajaya to study Johor Sultan's proposal for rail project

Putrajaya to study Johor Sultan's proposal for rail project

UPDATED 5.20PM | Johor ruler disagrees with curved tracks over the Johor Straits.

Police report on school fire sent to AG

Police report on school fire sent to AG

Bukit Aman says waiting for instructions from AG on charges to be brought against suspects.

Are we practising what we preach on moderation?

Are we practising what we preach on moderation?

'We should stop lecturing others, while ignoring the deterioration of racial and religious harmony at home.'

PAS wants Penang gov’t probed for the massive floods

PAS wants Penang gov’t probed for the massive floods

The party lodges a report with MACC on abuse of power and graft it linked to the Sept 15 floods.

MB demands Utusan retracts 'Azmin allows beer fest' report

MB demands Utusan retracts 'Azmin allows beer fest' report

Menteri Besar's Office says MB's duty is to uphold and follow the laws, by-laws and procedures of the state.

Harley-Davidson drops Naza, seeks new distributor

Harley-Davidson drops Naza, seeks new distributor

Bike manufacturer will work on ‘transition’ process while looking for new dealer.

Mufti: ‘Narrow-minded’ Muslims-only laundrette will lead to extremism

Mufti: ‘Narrow-minded’ Muslims-only laundrette will lead to extremism

Johor counterpart disagrees, says it will allay fears over impurities turning up in the wash.

DAP may field candidates in Kelantan

DAP may field candidates in Kelantan

UPDATED 3.05PM | If successful, it will be DAP's first electoral outing in Kelantan in 31 years.

Amanah calls Muslims-only laundrette ‘immature’

Amanah calls Muslims-only laundrette ‘immature’

Laundrette refusing to serve non-Muslims draws ire of Amanah veep Hasanuddin Mohd Yunus. 

Don’t be like a husband scolding the wife at home, Najib told

Don’t be like a husband scolding the wife at home, Najib told

Penang CM makes this call when referring to the PM’s response to complaints about GST.

Minister insists RM2.6b spent to solve Penang's flood woes

Minister insists RM2.6b spent to solve Penang's flood woes

Wan Junaidi says he has a list of such projects, but does not show it to the press.

As for the ban on the beer festival in KL...

As for the ban on the beer festival in KL...

I refer to the police explanation on the reason for the ban on the beer festival.

The EC could do more to help East Malaysians vote

The EC could do more to help East Malaysians vote

We should not deny this precious right just because of some outdated regulations.

Immigration need not refer to Jakim on ban list, says MCA boss

Immigration need not refer to Jakim on ban list, says MCA boss

Liow claims 'moral policing' should not be conflated with Jakim's core duties.

Wan Junaidi: Dr M has no impact in S'wak, talks rubbish

Wan Junaidi: Dr M has no impact in S'wak, talks rubbish

UPDATED 6.18PM | People curious about the 'rubbish' that will come from Dr M's mouth, says Wan Junaidi.

Najib's Boeing buy a promise to Trump he can't keep?

Najib's Boeing buy a promise to Trump he can't keep?

COMMENT | MAS’ statement it will lease plans contradicts what Najib told Trump.

Will Uber lose its licence in Malaysia?

Will Uber lose its licence in Malaysia?

Uber ban in London looks unlikely to be replicated here. 

PKR: So Mr PM, what did we get from the US?

PKR: So Mr PM, what did we get from the US?

PKR's Fahmi Fadzil asks if recovery of 1MDB-linked assets was discussed at White House.

Tahfiz school denies problem with parents of fire victims

Tahfiz school denies problem with parents of fire victims

The school management denies a report it is embroiled in problems with the victims' parents.

Bold action on Hep C should be extended to cancer

Bold action on Hep C should be extended to cancer

Proactive governments prioritise people over Big Pharma.

MIC chief says will ensure candidates fit PM's desired characteristics

MIC chief says will ensure candidates fit PM's desired characteristics

This is in response to Najib yesterday saying MIC must appeal to all races, not just Indians.

Gerakan may swap five seats in GE14

Gerakan may swap five seats in GE14

'We must also pay attention to the fence-sitters to ensure they reject the opposition,' says Mah.

No, abstaining from voting is not an option

No, abstaining from voting is not an option

‘The youth are potentially kingmakers, and will decide what Malaysia will be after the general election.’

Kedah flood victims rise to 3,621

Kedah flood victims rise to 3,621

The northern floods show no sign of easing as high tide worsens the situation.

Najib, father of the Indian community's progress, a ridiculous claim

Najib, father of the Indian community's progress, a ridiculous claim

ADUN SPEAKS | The prime minister claiming credit for bringing them 'development' is a sign of his desperation.

When Malaysians refuse to choose a side

When Malaysians refuse to choose a side

COMMENT| ‘The strength we should feel as a major voting bloc has been worn down by the current circumstances we find ourselves battling.’

Liow urges KL folk to return to BN, shun DAP

Liow urges KL folk to return to BN, shun DAP

The MCA chief parrots Najib in using criticisms of China deals against the opposition.

Dr M: Is MAS buying Airbus or Boeing planes, or both?

Dr M: Is MAS buying Airbus or Boeing planes, or both?

He points to a report last month that says MAS has decided on A350-900 Airbus aircraft.

Author: People love liberals, but only when they are the minority

Author: People love liberals, but only when they are the minority

Turkish author Mustafa Akyol says when liberals fight for Muslim rights, they are seen as good.

Harapan to discuss NewGen's plans to come aboard

Harapan to discuss NewGen's plans to come aboard

This will be done at Oct 2 presidential council meeting, chief secretary Saifuddin Abdullah says.

Harapan raises the bar in S'wak amid uncertainties in peninsula

Harapan raises the bar in S'wak amid uncertainties in peninsula

Harapan unveils its manifesto for the state - but its leaders become the main attraction in Kuching.

'PM skipping UN meet again highlights 1MDB's damage'

'PM skipping UN meet again highlights 1MDB's damage'

Kluang MP Liew Chin Tong expresses concern over Najib's ability to function internationally due to the scandal.

Their right to drink their beer

Their right to drink their beer

It is quite a simple matter, really.

Don't rock the boat, Najib, or all of us will drown

Don't rock the boat, Najib, or all of us will drown

He talks moderation but does nothing about extremists in our midst.

No sign of anyone taking ownership of 1MDB, SRC probes

No sign of anyone taking ownership of 1MDB, SRC probes

YOURSAY | ‘Since they are completed, do we expect charges against the wrongdoers?’

Dr M woos Sarawak; Ku Nan insists beer festival cannot proceed

Dr M woos Sarawak; Ku Nan insists beer festival cannot proceed

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

The real message behind beer fest ban

The real message behind beer fest ban

YOURSAY | ‘Why deprive the right of other faiths just because one’s faith does not permit it?'

Malaysia disassociates from Asean chair's statement on Rakhine

Malaysia disassociates from Asean chair's statement on Rakhine

Foreign Minister Anifah man says the statement does not reflect the reality of the situation.

Ku Nan firm against beer festival, dismisses pledge to boost security

Ku Nan firm against beer festival, dismisses pledge to boost security

The FT Minister says security comes under the police which does not approve of the event.

Noh courts Khalid Ibrahim in alliance of ex-Selangor MBs

Noh courts Khalid Ibrahim in alliance of ex-Selangor MBs

Noh wants the ex-PKR leader to help overthrow his former party in Selangor.

Sarawak minister in flight scare

Sarawak minister in flight scare

Six passengers onboard escaped unhurt.