Archive - 25 January 2018

A-G confirms receiving investigation paper on Felda land issue

A-G confirms receiving investigation paper on Felda land issue

'Misconception that the police investigation into the matter has been completed... far from it,' says Apandi Ali.

Toddler trampled, beaten by drug addict step-uncle

Toddler trampled, beaten by drug addict step-uncle

The boy sustained bruises and swells on the face and body and suffered from breathing difficulties.

Pathologist incensed, shouts in court during Kevin Morais trial

Pathologist incensed, shouts in court during Kevin Morais trial

Tense first day of murder defence trial after the first accused became angry during testimony.

Umno is a special party, says Lenggong MP

Umno is a special party, says Lenggong MP

This is because it takes care of all, regardless of race, religious and political backgrounds.

OPR increase does not burden consumers, says PM

OPR increase does not burden consumers, says PM

Rate increase by Bank Negara is minimal, will benefit those with savings, says Najib.

'Kit Siang as PM' perception decreasing, says Mat Sabu

'Kit Siang as PM' perception decreasing, says Mat Sabu

This after Harapan announced its PM and DPM candidates, says the Amanah president.

Gov't mulls reducing housing loan interest rates - DPM

Gov't mulls reducing housing loan interest rates - DPM

The move is to ease the burden of buyers, says Zahid Hamidi.

MACC nabs deputy principal of MRSM for alleged abuse of power

MACC nabs deputy principal of MRSM for alleged abuse of power

The woman is said to have given contracts to supply students' essential items to her son and his friend. 

Uphill task for Harapan to take Johor, says Gan

Uphill task for Harapan to take Johor, says Gan

Bread-and-butter issues not so much of a deciding factor, he notes.

Cartoonkini 250118 PMs + 2018-01-25

Cartoonkini 250118 PMs + 2018-01-25

Azwan Ali lodges report on Azmin's alleged sex scandal

Azwan Ali lodges report on Azmin's alleged sex scandal

The controversial celebrity dares those involved in the allegations to come forward and clear their names.

Warisan making 'surprising' inroads in Sabah, says analyst

Warisan making 'surprising' inroads in Sabah, says analyst

But all would depend on how much money is showered before the coming polls, he adds.

Witness admits 'lying' in police report for Suhakam inquiry

Witness admits 'lying' in police report for Suhakam inquiry

SUHAKAM INQUIRY | The security guard acknowledged discrepancies in his police report of the incident.

SAMM gives MACC documents on S'gor sand mining scam

SAMM gives MACC documents on S'gor sand mining scam

Almost 300 pages of documents on alleged fraud in S'gor handed over by SAMM founder Chegubard.

PM's 'chaos if gov't changed' remark undemocratic, says PAS

PM's 'chaos if gov't changed' remark undemocratic, says PAS

Would Umno and BN resort to such measures if they lost in the election, asks Tuan Ibrahim.

Nurul Izzah: Nation may witness 'dirtiest polls ever' after March sitting

Nurul Izzah: Nation may witness 'dirtiest polls ever' after March sitting

The PKR vice-president expects BN to 'bulldoze' new electoral boundaries during the sitting.

Stop transphobic attacks on Nur Sajat at once

Stop transphobic attacks on Nur Sajat at once

LETTER | The right to determination of gender is a personal choice and individual’s private right.

Rafizi: Why didn't Felda use its own firm to develop Jalan Semarak?

Rafizi: Why didn't Felda use its own firm to develop Jalan Semarak?

PKR veep also wants to know how Synergy Promenade came up with RM500 million to pay Felda.

TV3 journalist: Poison-pen letters against Anwar not verified

TV3 journalist: Poison-pen letters against Anwar not verified

He also tells court there was no malice in the station's news report against the opposition leader.

Inquiry witness cites hearsays, names 'Rozain' as alleged abductor

Inquiry witness cites hearsays, names 'Rozain' as alleged abductor

SUHAKAM INQUIRY | An activist says he was informed of a man who admitted to the alleged abduction.

Implement 'Wills of Malay rulers' fully - MPM tells gov't

Implement 'Wills of Malay rulers' fully - MPM tells gov't

This will enhance the well-being of all communities in the country, says the Malay Consultative Council.

Mkini offers 10 free 'news and views' for non-subscribers

Mkini offers 10 free 'news and views' for non-subscribers

The news portal's metered paywall will allow access to 10 free articles a month.

Cops assure Wangsa Maju dubious voters claim will be probed

Cops assure Wangsa Maju dubious voters claim will be probed

This comes after PKR rep's query over police inaction five months after her report.

Unemployment and underemployment among our youth

Unemployment and underemployment among our youth

ADUN SPEAKS | Why do our young graduates have to make a living selling nasi lemak and driving for Uber?

Kenapa Felda ketepikan syarikat pemaju sendiri?

Kenapa Felda ketepikan syarikat pemaju sendiri?

Mengumumkan pemerolehan semula tanahnya itu nampaknya tak memhentikan kritikan diterima.

Farid Kamil claims trial to using THC

Farid Kamil claims trial to using THC

If found guilty, the 37-year-old actor can be fined up to RM5k, jailed for two years, or both. 

Undersea tunnel project: Penang CM produces agreement

Undersea tunnel project: Penang CM produces agreement

Guan Eng shows proof tunnel agreements are stamped, legally binding.

Bank Negara naikkan OPR kepada 3.25%

Bank Negara naikkan OPR kepada 3.25%

Kenaikan OPR akan memberi impak negatif terhadap jumlah jualan kenderaan (TIV) terutamanya dalam segmen pasaran massa.

Ramasamy, your defence of Penang tunnel scandal is a joke

Ramasamy, your defence of Penang tunnel scandal is a joke

MP SPEAKS | It is nothing more than a drowning man clutching at straws.

Bank Negara raises policy rate to 3.25pct, as expected

Bank Negara raises policy rate to 3.25pct, as expected

UPDATED 4.15PM | This to 'normalise the degree of monetary accommodation'.

K'tan PKR ready to give in if candidate isn't up to snuff

K'tan PKR ready to give in if candidate isn't up to snuff

Although they want 15 state seats, they will back down where there is a better Harapan candidate.

Rahman Dahlan: Political stability important for further economic growth

Rahman Dahlan: Political stability important for further economic growth

The minister cites BN's successful economic track record and opposition's 'disastrous' policies. 

Sabah Harapan denies offering Warisan '60-40 formula'

Sabah Harapan denies offering Warisan '60-40 formula'

It would appear that Sabah DAP chairperson Stephen Wong made the announcement unilaterally.

'Robot's fuse will burn' – Guan Eng vs Ka Siong spat goes hi-tech

'Robot's fuse will burn' – Guan Eng vs Ka Siong spat goes hi-tech

In the latest instalment of the tunnel tit-for-tat, an educational robot is roped in.

Public must avoid painful bite of fake dentistry

Public must avoid painful bite of fake dentistry

LETTER | Fake dentists are on the prowl and it's nothing to smile about.

Missing Amri Che Mat declared bankrupt in 2008, says cop

Missing Amri Che Mat declared bankrupt in 2008, says cop

UPDATED 7PM | SUHAKAM INQUIRY | A bankruptcy notice to Amri is tendered as evidence.

MP wants update on MACC chief 'enticed married woman' probe

MP wants update on MACC chief 'enticed married woman' probe

Gobind Singh Deo questions why police have gone silent on this issue.

PKR slams police inaction on Wangsa Maju dubious voters report

PKR slams police inaction on Wangsa Maju dubious voters report

No update on 1,429 dubious voters since reports lodged five months ago, says PKR's Tan Yee Kew.

Just target Dr M instead of spoiling votes, says Bersih's Mandeep

Just target Dr M instead of spoiling votes, says Bersih's Mandeep

The #undirosak movement's main grievance appears to be Dr M, says Bersih steering committee leader.

I am an empowered Hijabi woman. How about you?

I am an empowered Hijabi woman. How about you?

LETTER | My faith makes me realise it is a privilege and honour to be a woman.

Undersea tunnel probe: 'Datuk Seri' remanded for five days

Undersea tunnel probe: 'Datuk Seri' remanded for five days

He is believed to have a hand in preparing false claims for feasibility studies on the project.

Ayer Hitam - DAP, Amanah to re-negotiate

Ayer Hitam - DAP, Amanah to re-negotiate

UPDATED 2.29PM | The scenario where an Amanah candidate contests under the DAP banner may not happen.

Report lodged against fake photos of Gerakan boss molesting woman

Report lodged against fake photos of Gerakan boss molesting woman

This is criminal defamation, says Selangor Gerakan's Ivanpal Singh Grewal.

Pahang BN to announce ‘realistic’ GE14 manifesto soon - Adnan

Pahang BN to announce ‘realistic’ GE14 manifesto soon - Adnan

Adnan Yaakob says it will be unlike the opposition, who promises the ‘moon and stars’.

Customs officer arson attack nothing to do with GST - Johari

Customs officer arson attack nothing to do with GST - Johari

The minister claims the attack on a customs GST division officer was likely over his past syndicate busts.

Don't be too happy yet about ringgit's upturn, warns economist

Don't be too happy yet about ringgit's upturn, warns economist

Rising ringgit may be checked by export prices, pre-GE14 jitters and US events, says Shankaran Nambiar.

Ex-US gymnastics doc gets up to 175 years as abuse victims applaud

Ex-US gymnastics doc gets up to 175 years as abuse victims applaud

He is accused of abusing young female gymnasts as young as six years old.

‘Macau Scam’ caused over RM2.7m losses in Pahang last year

‘Macau Scam’ caused over RM2.7m losses in Pahang last year

The number of cases reported of the phone scam continues to rise, says the Pahang police chief.

Ringgit continues upward momentum against US dollar

Ringgit continues upward momentum against US dollar

The ringgit stands at 3.9010/9040 against the greenback from yesterday's close of 3.9110/9140.

MOH warns of cosmetic products found to contain poison

MOH warns of cosmetic products found to contain poison

It issues an advisory on several products adulterated with tretinoin and mercury.

S’wak CM: Solve definitions of native land first

S’wak CM: Solve definitions of native land first

Abang Johari says the gov't is 'willing' to amend the land code if  definitions of 'pemakai menua' and 'pulau galau' are resolved.

PKR: Why did Najib admit 1MDB failings?

PKR: Why did Najib admit 1MDB failings?

Has the PM found a scapegoat, asks PKR sec-gen Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Reporters Without Borders decries court ruling against M’kini

Reporters Without Borders decries court ruling against M’kini

RSF says it is unacceptable for journalists to be targeted for covering press conferences. 

MCA blurring the tunnel between fact and fiction

MCA blurring the tunnel between fact and fiction

ADUN SPEAKS | They're digging up half-truths, making outright lies and distorting facts, almost daily.

Men-only gala where hostesses were groped faces backlash in Britain

Men-only gala where hostesses were groped faces backlash in Britain

Braying men in tuxedos fondled women, putting their hands up their skirts.

Yoursay: ‘Just like M’kini is here for us, we’re here for M’kini’

Yoursay: ‘Just like M’kini is here for us, we’re here for M’kini’

YOURSAY | 'We will always support its non-partisan fight for a fair, free and progressive M'sia.'

Why so angry? Just let them spoil their votes

Why so angry? Just let them spoil their votes

The negative reaction towards the #UndiRosak campaign is disproportionate and unwarranted.

Yoursay: PM, here’s the difference between FDI from China and Japan

Yoursay: PM, here’s the difference between FDI from China and Japan

YOURSAY | ‘The Chinese lend money more than they invest.’

Missing activist’s 'Syiah link' scrutinised; Lim vs Wee rages on

Missing activist’s 'Syiah link' scrutinised; Lim vs Wee rages on

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