Archive - 14 December 2017

Seven decades in the making, a defence pact comes to the EU

Seven decades in the making, a defence pact comes to the EU

European Union nations are set to achieve history in integrating their defences with a pact between 25 EU governments.

BNM issues draft regulations for crypto currency businesses

BNM issues draft regulations for crypto currency businesses

Despite guidelines from Bank Negara Malaysia, such currencies are still not legal tender.

Five-star toilets goal for public transport hubs - Transport Ministry

Five-star toilets goal for public transport hubs - Transport Ministry

Ministry to step up monitoring of cleanliness levels at all transport hubs, says deputy minister.

Pocaa 2017 to come into effect tomorrow - Zahid

Pocaa 2017 to come into effect tomorrow - Zahid

Prevention of Crime (Amendment) Act aims to streamline the use of electronic monitoring devices on those under surveillance.

Bersatu Youth lodges report against Jamal Yunos

Bersatu Youth lodges report against Jamal Yunos

The Umno leader should be enrolled in a rehabilitation school, says the wing's exco member.

At least 6,700 Rohingya killed in 'horrific' Myanmar violence, says MSF

At least 6,700 Rohingya killed in 'horrific' Myanmar violence, says MSF

The first major survey on the scale of mortality is 'clearest indication yet of the widespread violence' that began on Aug 25.

Suaram urges independent probe into 'unlawful arrest' of former cop

Suaram urges independent probe into 'unlawful arrest' of former cop

Mohammad Yazid Apatura Abdullah claims he was mistreated after being held overnight for 'illegal parking'.

Man charged over offensive posting on PM Najib

Man charged over offensive posting on PM Najib

He allegedly posted offensive remarks against the PM on his Facebook account last year.

Ku Nan slams Cheras MP for allegedly misleading public over land sales issue

Ku Nan slams Cheras MP for allegedly misleading public over land sales issue

The FT minister lashed out at the 'irresponsible action' of DAP's Tan Kok Wai over the housing issue.

2017-12-14

2017-12-14

Report: Jho Low, gang welcomed 2013 in two countries on the same night

Report: Jho Low, gang welcomed 2013 in two countries on the same night

The Australian reports that the entourage ushered in the new year in Sydney, before flying to Las Vegas to do the same. 

13 years jail for soldier who raped friend's wife

13 years jail for soldier who raped friend's wife

He was found guilty of raping a friend’s wife during a sleepover at the couple’s home.

Rizal: Harapan parties will squabble for positions should they form gov't

Rizal: Harapan parties will squabble for positions should they form gov't

Rosmah's aide says BN parties, although 'not perfect', do not jostle for power and positions. 

EPF announces four enhancements to its policies

EPF announces four enhancements to its policies

The initiatives to improve and meet members’ increasing expectations will take effect next January.

World Bank: Malaysian urban poor hit hard by inflation

World Bank: Malaysian urban poor hit hard by inflation

The poorest households have been disproportionately hit by inflationary pressures, it says.

Steep increase in airport fees will hurt poorer travellers

Steep increase in airport fees will hurt poorer travellers

LETTER | KLIA2 is meant to be a sanctuary for low-income families because of its cheaper airport tax.

Minister sends legal notice to Rafizi over Expo Negaraku mix-up

Minister sends legal notice to Rafizi over Expo Negaraku mix-up

Rahman Dahlan says he has instructed his lawyers to 'exhaust all legal means to stop Rafizi's slander'.

Hamzah: Other ministries should also care about cost of living

Hamzah: Other ministries should also care about cost of living

Addressing rising costs should not be a solo effort, says minister in charge of consumerism.

Pg Umno: Dr M indulging himself by leading Harapan

Pg Umno: Dr M indulging himself by leading Harapan

Dr M's Harapan position a case of 'syok sendiri' given he has no parliament seat, says Zainal Abidin Osman.

There are no political prisoners in Malaysia, says ex-IGP

There are no political prisoners in Malaysia, says ex-IGP

Such claims by Anwar Ibrahim's sympathisers are false, according to former police chief Musa Hassan.

Prime Minister Najib, the emperor with no clothes

Prime Minister Najib, the emperor with no clothes

MP SPEAKS | Umno will face GE14 impaired by PM himself, frustration from non-Malays and grave economic discontent.

Lena Hendry and DPP withdraw appeals in censorship case

Lena Hendry and DPP withdraw appeals in censorship case

The activist welcomes DPP's withdrawal, says she wants to focus on 'bigger battles'.

Explain your data on land sold in Penang, Gerakan's Teng told

Explain your data on land sold in Penang, Gerakan's Teng told

DAP Youth wants the state BN chief to explain how his figure differs by 1,000ha from the official state data.

Dr M's iron fist will grow in size if he is PM again, warns PAS researcher

Dr M's iron fist will grow in size if he is PM again, warns PAS researcher

Zuhdi Marzuki also argues that it will sound the death knell for Anwar's reformasi movement.

McDonald's M'sia lodges reports over Israeli links 'slander'

McDonald's M'sia lodges reports over Israeli links 'slander'

Despite clarifications, netizens are still calling for a boycott over US' Jerusalem move, the outlet laments.

Pahang MB pledges to resolve land title issues by March, says PSM

Pahang MB pledges to resolve land title issues by March, says PSM

The party claims Adnan Yaakob issued this promise at a meeting with Cameron Highlands residents yesterday.

DPM to hand out contributions to Lahad Datu security forces

DPM to hand out contributions to Lahad Datu security forces

Ahmad Zahid arrives for a working visit to Esscom and will meet with the Armed Forces and Rela.

 

Former Perkasa Youth chief joins PKR

Former Perkasa Youth chief joins PKR

UPDATED 2.54PM | Irwan Fahmi Ideris has cut ties with Umno, but will maintain his Perkasa membership.

Saiful: I'm the victim of Anwar's act, Dr M once sympathised with me

Saiful: I'm the victim of Anwar's act, Dr M once sympathised with me

He regrets Mahathir’s choice to 'politicise' a criminal case and recalls 2014 meeting with ex-PM.

Apex court overturns COA ruling, rules Section 62 of MACC Act constitutional

Apex court overturns COA ruling, rules Section 62 of MACC Act constitutional

UPDATED 1.25PM | Federal Court also sets Jan 10 for case management on Lim Guan Eng's graft charge.

Big data analytics may be against privacy and democracy, journos learn

Big data analytics may be against privacy and democracy, journos learn

A group of journalists on a study tour to Germany learn of the pitfalls of new technology.

Let it be the last straw for us, Malaysians

Let it be the last straw for us, Malaysians

LETTER | This is an open letter to all our fellow Malaysians and the fast food outlets in the country.

EC's bid against stay deferred, S'gor gov't has until Monday to file affidavit

EC's bid against stay deferred, S'gor gov't has until Monday to file affidavit

UPDATED 1.15PM | Stay on the High Court's decision prevents EC from holding local inquiries into its redelineation exercise.

Trump's Jerusalem move won't dent US investments, says Najib

Trump's Jerusalem move won't dent US investments, says Najib

UPDATED 11.34AM | The PM is reported saying our position was differentiated on what was beneficial and what was not.

Sabah flood victims on the rise

Sabah flood victims on the rise

Victims at six evacuation centres around the state increase this morning.

Trump Jr testifies to US Senate committee in Russia probe

Trump Jr testifies to US Senate committee in Russia probe

According to a source, Trump’s eldest son testified for nine hours.

Najib and Hadi losing credibility, not getting stronger

Najib and Hadi losing credibility, not getting stronger

COMMENT | Analyst James Chin is wrong to predict PAS-Umno partnership can clinch BN a definitive win.

'He was my monster': Actress Salma Hayek alleges Weinstein misconduct

'He was my monster': Actress Salma Hayek alleges Weinstein misconduct

UPDATED 12.25PM | 'No to letting him give me oral sex,' says Mexican-born Hayek.

Feminism is word of the year, thanks to Trump, Weinstein

Feminism is word of the year, thanks to Trump, Weinstein

Film mogul however denied having non-consensual sex with anyone.

Muslim leaders call on world to recognise East Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

Muslim leaders call on world to recognise East Jerusalem as Palestinian capital

A biased US cannot be mediator between Israel and Palestine, says Erdogan.

Yoursay: Isn’t baju kebaya a traditional Malay dress?

Yoursay: Isn’t baju kebaya a traditional Malay dress?

YOURSAY | Senator Hanafi is confused between Malay/Asian and Arabic culture.

Yoursay: Logic thrown out the window with Dr M's 'Bugis pirate' probe

Yoursay: Logic thrown out the window with Dr M's 'Bugis pirate' probe

YOURSAY | ‘Better for police to move on to more important issues, like 1MDB.’

Blame loggers for illegal activities, not MBI, says Kedah MB

Blame loggers for illegal activities, not MBI, says Kedah MB

Ahmad Bashah says he has never approved the conversion of a single acre of forest reserve land.

Gov't urged to order recall of suspected infant formula

Gov't urged to order recall of suspected infant formula

Senate in its winding up wants swift action after the case of fake infant milk in Johor.

Dr M quizzed by cops; Annuar Musa cleared by MACC

Dr M quizzed by cops; Annuar Musa cleared by MACC

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