Archive - 25 May 2018

Anwar: Harapan won, no need to attack our opponents

Anwar: Harapan won, no need to attack our opponents

'We cannot progress based on revenge. Revenge is a disease of the heart,' he says.

Agong's pardon backdated to 1998, says Anwar

Agong's pardon backdated to 1998, says Anwar

He says the monarch did this as there was a violation in the court proceedings.

Jamal absconds during court proceeding

Jamal absconds during court proceeding

Police say he left before his bail was processed.

Syed Hamid Albar's amnesia

Syed Hamid Albar's amnesia

LETTER | His attitude contributed to BN's downfall.

Gobind urges S'wak minister to write in on RTM 'blackout'

Gobind urges S'wak minister to write in on RTM 'blackout'

He says the federal government disapproved of any form of media boycotts.

Dialogue, not snap polls, needed for Perlis, says Ismail

Dialogue, not snap polls, needed for Perlis, says Ismail

State Mufti Asri Zainul Abidin could also advise the ruler, he adds.

Perlis MB crisis: Shahidan denies 'derhaka' charge

Perlis MB crisis: Shahidan denies 'derhaka' charge

Meanwhile, his brother and eight others express ‘no confidence’ in new Perlis MB.

Come clean, Umno – stop the greed and arrogance

Come clean, Umno – stop the greed and arrogance

LETTER | All that can be seen is that Umno is still greedy.

Impose rule of having valid road tax for petrol subsidies

Impose rule of having valid road tax for petrol subsidies

LETTER | This would kill two birds with one stone.

'More than 17,000 illegal immigrants nabbed this year'

'More than 17,000 illegal immigrants nabbed this year'

This the result of over 6,000 over enforcement operations, says department.

An impossible job for the education minister

An impossible job for the education minister

LETTER | The concerns and priorities of lower education and higher education are different.

Retiree lodges police report against Pasir Salak MP

Retiree lodges police report against Pasir Salak MP

Claims he allegedly abused Felcra funds during GE13.

MyPPP not joining Harapan, will be independent: Kayveas

MyPPP not joining Harapan, will be independent: Kayveas

The party is focussing on restoring internal leadership, he adds.

Open letter to CEP on taxis and Grab

Open letter to CEP on taxis and Grab

LETTER | Many taxi drivers are unashamedly behaving as if the world owes them a living.

Telling truth to power still no easy task for Malaysia's revved up media

Telling truth to power still no easy task for Malaysia's revved up media

ANALYSIS | Change in gov't appears to have unshackled media - but many mainstream outlets remain linked to party , state.

Najib's downfall a bittersweet victory for stifled satirists

Najib's downfall a bittersweet victory for stifled satirists

Cartoonist Zunar says he'll miss the ex-PM's wife, as she provided ample material for him to draw. 

Sarawak's Chong, Baru Bian tipped to be appointed to cabinet

Sarawak's Chong, Baru Bian tipped to be appointed to cabinet

Sources say at least two MPs from the state will be appointed to the new federal cabinet.

CCID chief Amar Singh's service will be extended - IGP

CCID chief Amar Singh's service will be extended - IGP

Top cop also confirms new SB chief is Abdul Hamid Bador.

Why was Anwar allowed to use a government jet?

Why was Anwar allowed to use a government jet?

LETTER | 'Even if it was an official family invitation, the only ones that should be on the jet are Wan Azizah and Nurul Izzah.'

Kuok was in town, but where was Nazri?

Kuok was in town, but where was Nazri?

This is the question posed by former MACC advisory panel member Robert Phang.

Shafie Apdal confident Pan Borneo Highway project will continue

Shafie Apdal confident Pan Borneo Highway project will continue

This is because the project is beneficial to the people of Sabah as a whole.

Najib: Congrats for unnecessarily spooking market with RM1 trillion claim

Najib: Congrats for unnecessarily spooking market with RM1 trillion claim

'We did not hide RM300 billion of debts or falsified figures. The spade had always been called a spade'.

Azlan Man: I have not received expulsion letter from Umno

Azlan Man: I have not received expulsion letter from Umno

My expulsion cannot be decided by one person and hence it is a non-issue, says the Perlis MB.

Bursa Malaysia snaps 3 days of losses, ends higher

Bursa Malaysia snaps 3 days of losses, ends higher

Investors heave a sigh of relief at the end of the over-reaction rally.

Sabah CM: Media channels must give priority to people's voice

Sabah CM: Media channels must give priority to people's voice

Important for media to deliver real information on developments at the grassroots level, says Shafie Apdal. 

Dutch cabinet: Netherlands, Australia hold Russia responsible for MH17 downing

Dutch cabinet: Netherlands, Australia hold Russia responsible for MH17 downing

Dutch Foreign Minister Stef Blok says Russia has been invited to enter dialogue to address the issue. 

Income tax dept told to go after Jho Low

Income tax dept told to go after Jho Low

This in relation to funds allegedly misappropriated from state investment fund 1MDB.

Nurul Izzah condemns 'invasive' harassment by radio show caller

Nurul Izzah condemns 'invasive' harassment by radio show caller

During radio show featuring the MP, the caller identifying himself as 'Azrul' tells her to be more careful in her dressing.

S'wak BN gov't accuses RTM of blackout

S'wak BN gov't accuses RTM of blackout

National media should not penalise us for being opposition, says state minister.

Abolishing gov't agencies a welcome move to reduce expenses

Abolishing gov't agencies a welcome move to reduce expenses

COMMENT | M'sia would be well-off with the extra allocation from these cuts for development purposes.

Suhakam: All states should lift entry bans

Suhakam: All states should lift entry bans

Such actions are a remnant of past repressive practices, says Suhakam chair.

Movie producer Weinstein to surrender on sex assault charges

Movie producer Weinstein to surrender on sex assault charges

This follows a months-long investigation on several allegations of sexual assault against him.

Not all roses: Investors spooked as 'real' M'sia is laid bare

Not all roses: Investors spooked as 'real' M'sia is laid bare

For so long, says Rafizah Aziz, the objective was to paint a picture much rosier than it really was.

TNB found liable for negligence in causing Cameron Highlands flood

TNB found liable for negligence in causing Cameron Highlands flood

UPDATED 7.33PM | 100 residents had filed a suit over the Bertam Valley incident, which resulted in four deaths.

Ex-Umno man fined over illegal red shirt rally at Malaysiakini

Ex-Umno man fined over illegal red shirt rally at Malaysiakini

Mohamed Durrany Izam is fined RM4,000 by the Sessions Court for organising the 2016 rally.

Anwar: Using commercial plane today, no private jet

Anwar: Using commercial plane today, no private jet

His commercial flight to Penang comes after criticism over the family’s private jet trip to Kelantan.

Anwar moots 10pct pay cut for Harapan-led states

Anwar moots 10pct pay cut for Harapan-led states

Harapan's de facto leader says the coalition's election victory must create a new culture.

Is Umno laying claim to the handbags as well, asks DAP veteran

Is Umno laying claim to the handbags as well, asks DAP veteran

Kit Siang finds Umno's request 'most intriguing' and he poses a slew of questions.

Ex-S'gor MB officers ordered to return RM1.2m to MB Inc

Ex-S'gor MB officers ordered to return RM1.2m to MB Inc

Khalid Ibrahim had previously given compensation to eight former MBI officers after quitting his post in 2014.

Gov’t to consider Aidilfitri assistance for civil servants

Gov’t to consider Aidilfitri assistance for civil servants

Lim Guan Eng says the proposal would be made to help the civil servants prepare for Hari Raya.

Kit Siang gets messages on Guan Eng, agrees he must be more tactful but...

Kit Siang gets messages on Guan Eng, agrees he must be more tactful but...

The DAP veteran, however, says this cannot be an excuse not to adhere to the principles of truth, transparency, and accountability.

Re-opening Altantuya case ‘highly unlikely’, says Sri Ram

Re-opening Altantuya case ‘highly unlikely’, says Sri Ram

The former Federal Court judge says this is in light of the significant legal mechanisms involved. 

Malaysia remains resolute to seek justice for MH17 victims

Malaysia remains resolute to seek justice for MH17 victims

MH17 | For the 298 killed in 2014 when MAS jet flying over eastern Ukraine conflict zone was shot down.

Revealed! How Dr M came close to quitting Harapan

Revealed! How Dr M came close to quitting Harapan

When all appeared lost, it was Nurul Izzah who revived hope for Harapan by changing his mind.

Harapan, fulfil your promise to increase female policymakers

Harapan, fulfil your promise to increase female policymakers

COMMENT | It’s time for Harapan to fulfil its promise that 30 pct of policymakers will be women.

Zahid decries Perlis MB boycott message as fake

Zahid decries Perlis MB boycott message as fake

The Umno de facto chief denies the message calling to snub Azlan Man's swearing-in ceremony.

IGP: Altantuya case may be reopened if new leads surface

IGP: Altantuya case may be reopened if new leads surface

UPDATED 2.13PM | At the moment, Mohamad Fuzi says, the case will not be re-investigated.

Challenges for the new transport minister

Challenges for the new transport minister

COMMENT | There are various issues facing M'sian land, air, and sea transport that should be looked into immediately.

'Back pain' Jamal charged in hospital for smashing beer bottles

'Back pain' Jamal charged in hospital for smashing beer bottles

He was charged under Section 290 of the Penal Code for being a public nuisance.

Police confirm units searched belonged to Najib's kids, 'Tan Sri'

Police confirm units searched belonged to Najib's kids, 'Tan Sri'

UPDATED 3PM | Amar Singh is asked if the three units at the Pavilion Residence are linked to the former premier.

Maria Chin's travel ban challenge dismissed

Maria Chin's travel ban challenge dismissed

UPDATED 1.32PM | Her challenge to ban imposed in 2016 is academic, rules a three-member Court of Appeal bench.

New RoS chief appointed

New RoS chief appointed

UPDATED 5.35PM | Masyati takes over from Surayati Ibrahim who has been transferred to the Public Service Department.

Guan Eng to forge ahead with 'truthful' approach, despite Bursa fears

Guan Eng to forge ahead with 'truthful' approach, despite Bursa fears

More important for new gov't to show its commitment to transparency, says finance minister.

Gold bars? Amar says wait till an expert confirms it's gold

Gold bars? Amar says wait till an expert confirms it's gold

UPDATED 2.35PM | Commercial crimes chief comments on the May 18 operation at Pavilion Residence.

Return seized cash to Umno? ‘We'll follow the law’, says IGP

Return seized cash to Umno? ‘We'll follow the law’, says IGP

UPDATED 1.24PM | The investigations are still going on and the police will follow the due process, adds Mohamad Fuzi.

Kit Siang and Perlis mufti moot fresh polls to solve Perlis crisis

Kit Siang and Perlis mufti moot fresh polls to solve Perlis crisis

UPDATED 12.15PM | Fresh state polls may be a way to satisfy everyone, adds Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.

Please, don’t delay projects with clear benefits

Please, don’t delay projects with clear benefits

LETTER | GE14 saw just too many new faces elected - only because the people wanted the change so sorely needed.

RM114m: 22 bank officers, 35 bags of cash, 26 currencies, three days to count

RM114m: 22 bank officers, 35 bags of cash, 26 currencies, three days to count

UPDATED 1.20PM | Police say the value of another 37 bags containing jewellery and watches is yet to be ascertained.

Probe MCMC data leak, other wrongs, Gobind urged

Probe MCMC data leak, other wrongs, Gobind urged

LFL's Eric Paulsen says the minister should cull the commission's broad powers to end abuse.

France urges Russia to cooperate in MH17 probe, Australia to 'consider options'

France urges Russia to cooperate in MH17 probe, Australia to 'consider options'

Emmanuel Macron has reportedly called on Russia to deal constructively with identification of Russian missile source.

Facebook launches searchable archive of US political ads

Facebook launches searchable archive of US political ads

The archive shows who paid for the ads and other details - done to increase transparency on its role, Facebook says.

Report: MACC raids Musa's home, seizes files

Report: MACC raids Musa's home, seizes files

It is unsure if the raid is linked to ongoing probe into alleged buying of state reps following GE14.

Roaches and tuberculosis: Justo says prison horror led to confession

Roaches and tuberculosis: Justo says prison horror led to confession

INTERVIEW | The Swiss says he will even confess to JFK’s murder if that gets him out of Thai jail.

German rightist calls for ban on fasting Muslims at work

German rightist calls for ban on fasting Muslims at work

Employers unable to give fasting Muslims a night shift should make them use annual leave instead, he says.

What’s next for Malaysiakini?

What’s next for Malaysiakini?

As the granddaddy of digital news in Asia, Malaysiakini needs to figure out - what now?

Justo: I did not steal data or blackmail anyone

Justo: I did not steal data or blackmail anyone

INTERVIEW | The man behind the 1MDB-PetroSaudi leaks says the Arab company's main asset was only a 'nice name'.

Report: Morgan Freeman accused of inappropriate behavior, harassment

Report: Morgan Freeman accused of inappropriate behavior, harassment

CNN reports the actor is the latest in a list of Hollywood heavyweights accused of inappropriate behavior.

Yoursay: Umno/BN, learn to be humble and you shall rise again

Yoursay: Umno/BN, learn to be humble and you shall rise again

YOURSAY | It’s not in the interests of Malaysians to see Umno/BN destroyed.

Yoursay: Advice on managing the economy from a disgraced ex-PM

Yoursay: Advice on managing the economy from a disgraced ex-PM

YOURSAY | ‘The former finance minister seems to be unaware of how markets work.’

Russia to analyse Dutch findings on downing of MH17

Russia to analyse Dutch findings on downing of MH17

MH17 | Investigators says missile used to shoot down the plane came from a Russian military unit.

Najib grilled again; RM1 trillion debt explained; Perlis in crisis

Najib grilled again; RM1 trillion debt explained; Perlis in crisis

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

Berita ringkas: Elaun ketua kaum di S'wak diteruskan

Berita ringkas: Elaun ketua kaum di S'wak diteruskan

Ia ekoran keputusan kerajaan pusat bubarkan beberapa agensi dan badan kerajaan untuk kurangkan perbelanjaan kewangan negara.

Mahfuz to PAS: Form unity gov't in Kelantan, T'ganu first, then talk

Mahfuz to PAS: Form unity gov't in Kelantan, T'ganu first, then talk

If PAS was really sincere, why didn't they make the offer to BN reps there, he asks.