Archive - 18 November 2017

'Fearing Islamic conversion, Sabahans are setting up own kindergartens'

'Fearing Islamic conversion, Sabahans are setting up own kindergartens'

Sociologist Denison Jayasooria urges gov't to be more sensitive to local demographics, in light of study findings. 

Zahid: I will negotiate for Anwar’s treatment until full recovery

Zahid: I will negotiate for Anwar’s treatment until full recovery

However, it is unknown whether the opposition leader will be allowed to remain in hospital.

PAS-led third force forms youth wing

PAS-led third force forms youth wing

PAS and Ikatan Youth chiefs announce the formation of Gagasan Sejahtera's own youth wing.

Hotel cancelled Azmin event due to fears of 'tarnishing its name'

Hotel cancelled Azmin event due to fears of 'tarnishing its name'

Hotel Seri Malaysia's board of directors stress that the decision was made without its interference.

Farmer speaks up after arrest for sharing video on 'deity' controversy

Farmer speaks up after arrest for sharing video on 'deity' controversy

Farmer Lee Tin Choy accuses an unnamed politician of being unable to withstand pressure.

Astronomical price tag if Harapan abolishes tolls, warns BN man

Astronomical price tag if Harapan abolishes tolls, warns BN man

BN's Eric See-To cites study that claims abolishing all tolls could cost up to RM338 billion.

Najib insists gov’t has no right to take away anything promised in MA63

Najib insists gov’t has no right to take away anything promised in MA63

'If you want to talk about the MA63, please go ahead, I will not imprison anyone for that,' PM says.

Hannah Yeoh explains why she declined DAP CEC appointment

Hannah Yeoh explains why she declined DAP CEC appointment

The Selangor speaker wants to focus on her other duties within the party and Pakatan Harapan.

After Najib, Zahid visits Anwar in hospital too

After Najib, Zahid visits Anwar in hospital too

DPM's visit comes a day after the PM visited the jailed opposition leader in HKL.

DAP: We are awaiting auditor's report

DAP: We are awaiting auditor's report

DAP sec-gen Lim Guan Eng responds after ROS says it has not received party's re-election report.

The Tamil school headmaster’s transfer seems anything but ‘apolitical’

The Tamil school headmaster’s transfer seems anything but ‘apolitical’

LETTER | 'Earlier, she was transferred out of another Tamil school because I visited.'

Cambodian court charges two journalists with espionage

Cambodian court charges two journalists with espionage

The two were charged after being caught filing stories to the US-based Radio Free Asia.

Goldman Sachs wins dismissal of US lawsuit over ties to Najib

Goldman Sachs wins dismissal of US lawsuit over ties to Najib

A private equity firm had accused the Wall Street bank of trying to 'curry favour' with the PM.

Syndicates involved in fraudulent EPF withdrawals, claims consumer group

Syndicates involved in fraudulent EPF withdrawals, claims consumer group

PPIM claims that syndicates, housing developers and real estate agents preying on those in need of quick cash.

Sri Lanka arrest 19 after Buddhist-Muslim violence; four injured

Sri Lanka arrest 19 after Buddhist-Muslim violence; four injured

The clash between 'extremists' was reportedly triggered by rumours and fake messages on social media.

PM gives assurance that Sabah will progress in tandem with other states

PM gives assurance that Sabah will progress in tandem with other states

UPDATED 6.55PM | Najib says East Malaysia's relative lack of development is due to a 'previous Prime Minister.'

China, US agree to South China Sea talks, says Foreign Ministry

China, US agree to South China Sea talks, says Foreign Ministry

Talks on a 'code of conduct' in disputed waters to maintain peace and security may start next year.

Sheriff: Hudud may face constitutional challenge if implemented

Sheriff: Hudud may face constitutional challenge if implemented

UPDATED 8.15PM | Meting out different punishments runs afoul of Article 8, says ex-Treasury sec-gen.

Double jeopardy: Abandoned, then deprived of Malaysian IC

Double jeopardy: Abandoned, then deprived of Malaysian IC

Tan Boon Moay is just one of many Malaysians still waiting to obtain their blue IC after many years.

Najib’s championing of Rohingya is bearing fruit, says Anifah

Najib’s championing of Rohingya is bearing fruit, says Anifah

Anifah credits Myanmar's acceptance of Rakhine Advisory Commission recommendations to Najib.

Court ruling against Husam shows we are right, says Mohd Amar

Court ruling against Husam shows we are right, says Mohd Amar

The Kelantan deputy menteri besar says it shows Husam's attacks against his gov't are untrue.

Situation in flood-hit areas of Kedah returns to normal

Situation in flood-hit areas of Kedah returns to normal

Over 300 people in Changlun and Jitra had been evacuated when floods hit.

Anifah: Najib a trusted partner, accorded serious attention by Trump

Anifah: Najib a trusted partner, accorded serious attention by Trump

PM is highly regarded by US President Donald Trump, according to the foreign minister.

You have to laugh

You have to laugh

Using the power of ridicule to attack appalling atrocities.

Why wasn't 'Datuk Seri' implicated in Rela assault clad in lockup attire, asks DAP

Why wasn't 'Datuk Seri' implicated in Rela assault clad in lockup attire, asks DAP

IGP must explain such 'preferential treatment,' says Kampung Tunku rep Lau Weng San.

Investigators trace massive data breach to Oman

Investigators trace massive data breach to Oman

The IGP is reported revealing this in the probe into one of the biggest data leaks in M’sian history.

Plagiarism an academic crime, says Perak sultan

Plagiarism an academic crime, says Perak sultan

Sultan Nazrin says it is a dishonourable act that should be addressed firmly.

At least 100 Rohingyas drowned fleeing Myanmar last 2 months: UN

At least 100 Rohingyas drowned fleeing Myanmar last 2 months: UN

Refugees fleeing by sea meet a grime fate, reports a UN spokesperson.

Kit Siang has lost the plot and his conscience

Kit Siang has lost the plot and his conscience

LETTER | DAP veteran leader is missing the forest for the trees with his about-turns and selective amnesia.

Russia vetoes UN inquiry into Syria chemical weapons attack again

Russia vetoes UN inquiry into Syria chemical weapons attack again

'Russia is wasting our time,' says US ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley.

Durian price spike

Durian price spike

A durian hawker waits for customers at his stall in Pudu, Kuala Lumpur.

打人拿督斯里延扣无需穿囚衣,行动党促总警长交代

打人拿督斯里延扣无需穿囚衣,行动党促总警长交代

“为何我们礼待廖顺喜,让他身穿展示金钱游戏公司制服?这不是一种协助他宣传吗?”

Don't 'rename God', Christian group tells Mais over BM Bible

Don't 'rename God', Christian group tells Mais over BM Bible

NECF takes umbrage at suggestion that 'unqualified' DBP undertake translation of holy text.

阿兹敏:公正党愿让席予团结党诚信党

阿兹敏:公正党愿让席予团结党诚信党

阿兹敏说:“是时候协助新的政党,如团结党和诚信党。”

Trump puts elephant trophy import on hold after uproar

Trump puts elephant trophy import on hold after uproar

The administration's initial decision courted backlash from conservation advocates and netizens.

Defending our public spaces against extremists

Defending our public spaces against extremists

Merely ignoring extremists is not enough to quell their influence.

One youth's reflection on the “Love Malaysia, End Kleptocracy” rally

One youth's reflection on the “Love Malaysia, End Kleptocracy” rally

LETTER | A different side of youth participation, from a young woman in the organising secretariat.

Bank Negara's dire warning for the property market

Bank Negara's dire warning for the property market

There are too many unsold unaffordable homes and vacant commercial spaces, says central bank.

DAP’s Sg Siput hopeful doesn’t see himself as underdog

DAP’s Sg Siput hopeful doesn’t see himself as underdog

SPECIAL REPORT | A Sivanesan believes DAP’s reputation and his work will help him win in GE14.

Postal voting for firemen, health workers on duty during GE14

Postal voting for firemen, health workers on duty during GE14

Postal voting is expanded among the five categories that will be allowed to cast their votes by post.

Calls mount in Zimbabwe's ruling party for Mugabe to resign

Calls mount in Zimbabwe's ruling party for Mugabe to resign

Eight out of the ten provincial committees in Zanu-PF want him to quit.

'As GE14 nears, should we get ready for Sodomy III?'

'As GE14 nears, should we get ready for Sodomy III?'

YOURSAY | 'Husni’s ‘anak buah’ claim makes us fear for the dark future ahead.'

ROS warns Bersatu; Najib visits Anwar

ROS warns Bersatu; Najib visits Anwar

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

How the British suppressed the Malayan labour movement

How the British suppressed the Malayan labour movement

FEATURE | Increasingly assertive Malayan workers trigger a crackdown by the colonial gov’t.