Archive - 19 April 2018

Penang PAS announces candidates in six parliament, 18 state seats

Penang PAS announces candidates in six parliament, 18 state seats

GE14 | The Islamist party will clash with DAP in only one seat - Sungai Pinang. 

Johor Bersatu draws crowd of over 4,000 for candidacy announcement

Johor Bersatu draws crowd of over 4,000 for candidacy announcement

UPDATED 1.21AM | GE14 | A video on Muhyiddin's contribution to Pagoh played at the event gets applause from the audience.

Rocket and moon to collide in Johor

Rocket and moon to collide in Johor

UPDATED 1AM | GE14 | PAS is fielding candidates in almost every seat that DAP is contesting, in the southern state. 

UK 'discussed' free and fair elections with Malaysia

UK 'discussed' free and fair elections with Malaysia

The country also expressed concern on Malaysia’s fake news law, UK Parliament is told.

Tengku Razaleigh to defend Gua Musang parliamentary seat

Tengku Razaleigh to defend Gua Musang parliamentary seat

GE14 | I'm still healthy and strong and I want to keep on serving the constituents, says the 81-year-old.

Selangor PAS chief snipes at Azmin's Grab car 'acting'

Selangor PAS chief snipes at Azmin's Grab car 'acting'

UPDATED 12.58AM | GE14 | Sallehin Mukhyi goes on to accuse the state Pakatan Harapan of unfair use of state assets.

Batu Kitang rep wants to take on DAP in Stampin

Batu Kitang rep wants to take on DAP in Stampin

GE14 | State rep Loh Khere Chiang now want to contest this parliamentary seat on May 9.

Bandar Tun Razak MCA calls on party leadership to defend seat, MCA's 'dignity'

Bandar Tun Razak MCA calls on party leadership to defend seat, MCA's 'dignity'

UPDATED 11.05PM | GE14 | The division's three wings unanimously voice support for Chew Yin Keen to defend the seat in GE14. 

BN supporters want Umno to retain Jelebu

BN supporters want Umno to retain Jelebu

GE14 | More than 200 BN supporters and members of NGOs appeal for the seat to be retained by Umno.

Mahfuz: Why is Harakah in the red if PAS can afford RM35 mil?

Mahfuz: Why is Harakah in the red if PAS can afford RM35 mil?

The Amanah veep challenges PAS to reveal its current account details so that the 'real' source of funding for GE14 is known.

Custodial death: Sosma detainee suffered from stomach ache, diarrhoea

Custodial death: Sosma detainee suffered from stomach ache, diarrhoea

Health DG says 10 other detainees at the Shah Alam lockup also suffered from various other ailments. 

ECRL's main contractor earmarks RM23mil for training

ECRL's main contractor earmarks RM23mil for training

The ECRL Industrial Skills Training Programme is part of its corporate social responsibility initiative.

Is MIC faking its influence?

Is MIC faking its influence?

LETTER | Can't MIC feel the very pulse of anger especially among the people?

UiTM rector denies staff 'attend BN manifesto' directive

UiTM rector denies staff 'attend BN manifesto' directive

UPDATED 7.30PM | GE14 | Stamp with my signature was used but not by me, Kelantan UiTM rector proclaims.

Research: Najib's rating still low among urbanites, Dr M well ahead

Research: Najib's rating still low among urbanites, Dr M well ahead

Another survey in the northern region suggests 51.8pct of respondents had negative feelings on the economy.

Pagoh Umno chief mows down claim Dr M talk sabotaged

Pagoh Umno chief mows down claim Dr M talk sabotaged

But a local says the road had been damaged for some time.

Kayveas' quit BN 'threat': Zahid passes the baton to Najib

Kayveas' quit BN 'threat': Zahid passes the baton to Najib

Deputy BN chair says he explained to the MyPPP president that becoming an election candidate is not the 'ultimate solution'.

I have a Master's degree in Islamic political science, Hadi tells Dr M

I have a Master's degree in Islamic political science, Hadi tells Dr M

PAS president replies to Mahathir's 'not qualified' allegation, points back at him on Terengganu's 'stunted' development. 

PAS: Don't teach 'ilmu jahat' as teacher can land on receiving end

PAS: Don't teach 'ilmu jahat' as teacher can land on receiving end

GE14 | PAS is older than DAP, PKR, Amanah and Bersatu, says Idris Ahmad to critics who accuse it of splitting votes.

K'tan BN wants EC to detect 'voting angels'

K'tan BN wants EC to detect 'voting angels'

He uses the innuendo in urging the commission to crack down on phantom voters during the polls.

Customs DG: M'sians, not China firms, benefit from GST relief

Customs DG: M'sians, not China firms, benefit from GST relief

UPDATED 5.45PM | T Subromaniam asks if certain quarters are deliberately attempting to confuse the people.

Shahrizat 'not offering herself' for GE14

Shahrizat 'not offering herself' for GE14

GE14 | If she sits out, she will likely be the only women's wing head of a major BN component party to do so.

ECRL: Finance minister granted GST relief on Customs' advice

ECRL: Finance minister granted GST relief on Customs' advice

UPDATED 5.42PM | Yes the minister signed off, but only after considering pros and cons.

Financial Times expects BN to win amid signs of growing Malay disquiet

Financial Times expects BN to win amid signs of growing Malay disquiet

GE14 | The report notes the Malays' unhappiness with the economy and Najib's low approval rating.

Bernama survey: Harapan's presence in Marang a 'nuisance'

Bernama survey: Harapan's presence in Marang a 'nuisance'

GE14 | A trader says the ideology brought by Hadi Awang was proven, unlike promises by Harapan.

RM90.5m for an additional building at Segamat Hospital

RM90.5m for an additional building at Segamat Hospital

It is to cater for the needs of the hospital which offers 18 areas of speciality, says caretaker health minister.

GE14: Rahman Dahlan hopes for new and old faces in Sabah

GE14: Rahman Dahlan hopes for new and old faces in Sabah

GE14: The caretaker minister, however, says it is up to the BN chairperson, and caretaker Sabah CM, to decide. 

China investors believe in M'sia's prudent economic policies

China investors believe in M'sia's prudent economic policies

Embassy of China’s second secretary says there's been no slowdown in investments here.

洪进达为民政出战哥宾星,自喻“大卫对巨人”之战

洪进达为民政出战哥宾星,自喻“大卫对巨人”之战

更新 洪进达更以“大卫与歌利亚”典故形容,迎战哥宾星是一场对垒“巨人”之战。

My 2013 criticism not aimed at Najib's gov't, says Supermax boss

My 2013 criticism not aimed at Najib's gov't, says Supermax boss

UPDATED 6.08PM | Stanley Thai says he had not been referring to the 'current administration'. 

Suspense over S'wak DAP candidate list

Suspense over S'wak DAP candidate list

Surprises are expected when the party's final candidate list for the state is announced on Monday.

Zahid: State BN chiefs will announce GE14 candidates

Zahid: State BN chiefs will announce GE14 candidates

GE14 | The BN deputy chair responds to rumours that coalition chairperson Najib will make the announcement this weekend.

Supermax boss: My apology to Najib has nothing to do with ongoing case

Supermax boss: My apology to Najib has nothing to do with ongoing case

UPDATED 5.02PM | Stanley Thai, who is appealing an insider trading conviction, denies being pressured into making apology.

Dr M's gov't gave more tax relief, lost more money - Customs DG

Dr M's gov't gave more tax relief, lost more money - Customs DG

UPDATED 5.25PM | Subromaniam says GST relief granted to CCCC will ultimately benefit gov't and people. 

Dr Mahathir mohon hakim tarik diri

Dr Mahathir mohon hakim tarik diri

Daripada mendengar kes samannya berhubung laporan RCI yang siasat kerugian forex oleh BNM sekitar 1990-an.

PSM backs Harapan over BN, but rejects 'spoiler' accusation

PSM backs Harapan over BN, but rejects 'spoiler' accusation

GE 14 | The socialist party's even campaigning for Harapan in seats PSM isn't contesting.

宣布倪可敏当部长?前锋报文章指行动党操纵希盟

宣布倪可敏当部长?前锋报文章指行动党操纵希盟

“从我们在安顺所看见的,我们知道谁在主导。”

Beijing-based AIIB keen to finance huge infrastructure projects in M'sia

Beijing-based AIIB keen to finance huge infrastructure projects in M'sia

The bank realised the importance of the M'sian market after meeting caretaker PM Najib. 

Gerakan's Lau to contest in Batu again, Ong goes to Kepong

Gerakan's Lau to contest in Batu again, Ong goes to Kepong

UPDATED 5.31PM | GE14 | Lau is expected to face incumbent MP Tian Chua, who won in 2013 with a 13,284-vote majority.

卡立打败所有人?慕尤丁笑“柔大臣职都难保 ”

卡立打败所有人?慕尤丁笑“柔大臣职都难保 ”

更新 慕尤丁说,卡立诺丁能否挺过第14届大选,仍是一个疑问。

PWD digs up 'good road' to Dr M ceramah, laments Muhyiddin

PWD digs up 'good road' to Dr M ceramah, laments Muhyiddin

GE14 | UPDATED 3.43PM | Bersatu president alleges road was dug up to slow down traffic to tonight's Pagoh ceramah.

Muhyiddin: Will Khaled even remain as Johor MB?

Muhyiddin: Will Khaled even remain as Johor MB?

GE14 | Bersatu president fires back at Khaled Nordin's vow to defeat him wherever he may contest.

No guarantee DAP 'creatures' will love PNB like BN does, says Najib

No guarantee DAP 'creatures' will love PNB like BN does, says Najib

GE14 | 'The one that set up PNB and has PNB close to the heart is the BN government.'

Humiliate me in public – Kit Siang renews PAC-1MDB offer to Najib

Humiliate me in public – Kit Siang renews PAC-1MDB offer to Najib

He wants Najib to show him the chapter and verse in the PAC report which purportedly clears him.

Trust girls to speak their own minds

Trust girls to speak their own minds

COMMENT | It seems that when a woman dissents, she is regarded as having less agency than men.  

Mahathir wants new judge to hear RCI challenge

Mahathir wants new judge to hear RCI challenge

He says the present judges had decided on a similar matter involving two of the RCI's members.

马华办反围剿集会,刘镇东讥“对象是巫统吧?”

马华办反围剿集会,刘镇东讥“对象是巫统吧?”

“真正剿灭马华的是巫统,马华领袖廖中莱、魏家祥等要反围剿就必须认清对象,敢敢硬起来反巫统。”

'Mat Sabu, at least come see me'

'Mat Sabu, at least come see me'

GE14 | Ex-Amanah man Jaafar Samsudin says he knows what the grassroots want.

A lawyer is BN's choice to stand in Bandar Tun Razak - source

A lawyer is BN's choice to stand in Bandar Tun Razak - source

GE14 | Umno Youth leader Adnan Abu Seman will get his appointment letter this weekend, adds a source.

Salleh expected to contest in Kota Belud

Salleh expected to contest in Kota Belud

GE14 | Whereas Kota Belud's two-term incumbent will be moved to the Sepanggar parliament seat, says source.

Guan Eng to defend Air Putih, Zairil gets Tg Bungah

Guan Eng to defend Air Putih, Zairil gets Tg Bungah

UPDATED 2.56PM: Penang DAP announce their candidates for four key seats.

'Giant killer' Shamsul wants rematch if ex-Malacca CM stays put

'Giant killer' Shamsul wants rematch if ex-Malacca CM stays put

INTERVIEW | The redelineation has slashed his odds of retaining his Malacca seat, but he is undaunted.

Who says no need compensation if tunnel scrapped, asks Guan Eng

Who says no need compensation if tunnel scrapped, asks Guan Eng

GE14 | He describes state BN chief Teng Chang Yeow's statement about the matter as 'outrageous'.

Wanted: PKR big gun to lead Johor charge

Wanted: PKR big gun to lead Johor charge

GE14 | They seek a top leader to spearhead their Johor push, but a suitable candidate eludes.

FAA orders probe after engine explosion kills passenger

FAA orders probe after engine explosion kills passenger

The victim was partially pulled through a gaping hole next to her seat.

Stop press! Malaysia is not for sale

Stop press! Malaysia is not for sale

COMMENT | Definitely not to corrupt politicians or foreigners.

Dr M pledges to review China loans if Harapan wins GE14

Dr M pledges to review China loans if Harapan wins GE14

GE14 | He says M'sia has a large borrowing from China and may not be able to repay.

Bersatu newbie Maszlee to take on Gerakan sec-gen in Sg Renggam?

Bersatu newbie Maszlee to take on Gerakan sec-gen in Sg Renggam?

GE14 | While the party is tightlipped, fellow academic Wan Saiful welcomes the professional joining the race.

Why we still need vintage Kit Siang

Why we still need vintage Kit Siang

COMMENT | Without him, there would be no Pakatan Harapan.

Yoursay: A rave and rant by Hadi over bishop's circulars

Yoursay: A rave and rant by Hadi over bishop's circulars

YOURSAY | He concocted an onslaught against Islam where there is none.

True confessions of a Sarawakian

True confessions of a Sarawakian

COMMENT | People in ‘Semenanjung’ have access to the truth, while Sabahans and S'wakians don’t.

Yoursay: Arul’s version on 1MDB ‘units’ doesn’t hold water

Yoursay: Arul’s version on 1MDB ‘units’ doesn’t hold water

YOURSAY | Are you prepared to accept these 'fund units' as your salary?

S'gor voter claims to have been registered unawares

S'gor voter claims to have been registered unawares

She says she has been abroad for the past four years studying, and had not registered to vote.

Blackout in Ayer Hitam event, DAP cries sabotage

Blackout in Ayer Hitam event, DAP cries sabotage

However, local Umno leader denies sabotage, MCA claims unaware of such event.

Rais tells supreme council to seek court declaration on Umno’s ‘legality’

Rais tells supreme council to seek court declaration on Umno’s ‘legality’

He says they should seek legal confirmation on the deadline extension for party polls beyond today.

Najib warns of Teluk Intan 'creature'; PAS' pockets deep enough for GE14

Najib warns of Teluk Intan 'creature'; PAS' pockets deep enough for GE14

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