Archive - 29 November 2017

Musa Aman says it is unfortunate that some EU members paint a negative image of the industry.

Half of the allocation will go to the state gov't, while the rest will be for NGOs in the state. 

Statement on society's FB page claims appeals to UM authorities have been unsuccessful.

Najib says trade between the two countries has increased over four-fold in the last decade. 

According to Chem Dept, Jong-nam had 12 glass vials with antidotes on the day of his murder.

PM's wife also says that contrary to popular belief, she is the one controlled by Najib.

Two 19-year-olds charged under Section 436 of Penal Code, which carries a maximum jail term of 20 years.

PARLIAMENT | The mooted Bill will require individuals to furnish details on transactions in other tax jurisdictions. 

This comes following the decrease across the board last week.

Only a political ship with a single captain can be successful, says the deputy premier.

This is better than the faculty of engineering at Oxford, Cambridge and Stamford University, says Education Minister Idris Jusoh.

It is important because it is the basis of the territorial rights of Sabah, Sarawak and the Peninsular Malaysia, he says.

It has now brought the nation back to a place where there was once an opportunity to redefine the essence of M'sia, he says.

LETTER | This pristine forested area is a priceless green space that should be protected for the sake of nearby residents.

PARLIAMENT | No truth to report of China's alleged setting up of a regional counter-intelligence centre here, says minister.

After being charged twice before, Penang Zakat CEO Azman Abdul Samat faces two more charges of corruption.

PKAUM president Azmi Sharom says the reminder would prevent academia from doing their jobs.

The pandan lawmaker says that it was clear that ‘investment from China’ mentioned by PM Najib doesn’t exist.

DPM is asked about a group allegedly making millions from the contentious Melbourne property deal.

The judge states the application was without merit and orders Zunar to pay RM5k in costs.

UPDATED 6.10PM | Amendment will allow courts to decide on life imprisonment without prosecutor's written certification.  

Court also orders N Ganesan to pay RM25,000 in costs to the duo in the defamation suit.

DAP veteran says all politicians must emulate Pahang MB Adnan Yaakob's action.

Internal circular forbids any public statements that could have a 'negative implication' on UM and the gov't.

LETTER | Will everyone stop this charade of victimising Indians as a pawn towards capturing Putrajaya?

This after the urine sample of the 18-year-old has been found to be negative.

The PM is set to call five witnesses to testify while Pua will call 20 witnesses. 

The act to corporatise the Botanic Gardens provides legal measurements for its protection, says Jagdeep Singh Deo.

LETTER | Exemplary leadership is vital for Malaysia’s continued progress towards becoming a truly developed nation.

It includes a book by Turkish author Mustafa Akyol which was translated into the Malay language.

14 strategic initiatives are drafted by JKFG to provide affordable housing and financial assistance to poor Bumiputeras.

A monkey belonging to Sa'ud Ishak in Kelantan keeps itself safe and dry from the floodwaters.

'Selfish, mediocre and weak leaders' are responsible, says former minister.

UPDATED 5.55PM | PARLIAMENT | Deputy Finance Minister Othman Aziz says the government will retain the six percent rate.

The AG previously said he would sue the blogger ‘till kingdom come’ but is now reconsidering the ROI of doing so.

Charge against human rights activist Jolovan Wham prompted calls to the gov't to guarantee the right to peaceful assembly.

The current bill requires judges to receive certification from prosecutors before deciding on the death penalty.

PARLIAMENT | The minister says this is because the execution of duty is based on the jurisdiction stipulated under MACC Act 2009.

MP SPEAKS | The textbooks are not suited for local students who are required to have an understanding of the foreign references. 

Gerakan Turunkan Harga Mintak also wants a ceiling price of RM1.90 per litre for RON95 petrol to be set.

UPDATED 5.43PM | PARLIAMENT | Barbaric! This is the scorching rebuke from an opposition lawmaker.

LETTER | 'The government may not explicitly discriminate against women, but it does little to empower them politically.'

LETTER | Despite the economic downturn, Selangor's success is due to good governance and people-centric policies.

LETTER | It is a proud moment for all Malaysian Catholics when the Vatican flag was officially raised on Malaysian soil.

A large plume of white and gray ash and smoke was visible above Mt Agung.

COMMENT | Malaysia needs to have a workforce with a high proficiency in English. 

The missile could have more than enough range to reach Washington, DC, says expert.

Due to the closure of the Ngurah Rai Airport after the eruption of Mt Agung, there is a free shuttle bus service.

YOURSAY | ‘It will only cost a little money and you can show to the whole world your stupidity.’

LETTER | We should nurture intellectual discourse in our young in order for our country to succeed. 

When will we be concerned of an organisation labelled a terror group?

YOURSAY | ‘The colonisation of Sabah and Sarawak is now brazenly out in the open.’

Four months have passed, so where’s the appointment of this developer, MP Tony Pua asks treasurer-general.

Robert Kuok's suggestion on mix of genes and culture is perhaps true.

EXCLUSIVE | The deal was clouded by a maze of transactions through BVI companies.

However, minister says the tycoon’s vision of a more meritocratic system may yet be realised.

EXCLUSIVE | Mara suffered up to RM60m in losses, much more than the Dudley House deal.

DPM claims police still trying to figure out motive behind the shooting of ex-AG’s driver.

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