Archive - 18 June 2018

The Ijok rep denies accusations he was involved in the cheating of PTPTN through a college linked to him.

It lashes through seven districts late yesterday and early today, causing destruction to their homes.

This comes amid long-time speculations that he will be the likely successor to Azmin Ali.

Ex-Pm says DFTZ can create some 60k jobs and facilitate around US$65b worth of traded goods by 2025.

Setev's lawyer Ramkarpal says they will meet the press after meeting Tommy Thomas.

UPDATED 11PM | However, the party says the full candidates' list has not been finalised.

This is especially so when there are many experienced criminal lawyers here, the Jelutong MP adds.

This after his name was drawn to contest the Umno Youth chief's post in the coming party elections.

The Council of Eminent Persons has asked for details on how much they earn, it said.

The economic affairs minister says Selangor will always be on his radar.

Mohamed Azmin Ali clocks out on his last official day as Selangor menteri besar, a post he has held for just under four years.

The Umno 'strategic communication unit' replies to Lim Kit Siang's query on who is pulling the strings.

Hap Seng Group wants to invest in existing sectors including palm oil and cement, says Mohd Shafie Apdal. 

Ini selepas mendengar luahan keresahan peneroka pekebun kecil Felda di kawasannya di Pekan.

Mohd Noorhisyam Abd Karim wants his name cleared, as well as that of Bukit Bintang MP Fong Kui Lun. 

Observers pointed out that many of the staples he was referring to were already exempted from GST.

Council of Eminent Persons member notes there is greater vibrancy in the economy now.

Tan Kok Wai also says it's irresponsible of DBKL to pin the blame for Ramadan bazaar issue on the Bukit Bintang MP. 

UPDATED 9PM | Envoy dismisses review of the massive rail project by the new government as a non-issue.

LETTER | If 24 percent deducted from an employee doesn’t last five years after retirement, how long will two percent last a housewife?

LETTER |Political will is needed for a complete overhaul of the entire processes and procedures at both CIQs

LETTER | The registration deadline does not touch on why so many remain unregistered in the first place.

UPDATED 5.45PM | Bai Tian notes PM is the most senior still-serving world leader and a respected friend of China. 

'The name of the new menteri besar will be known tomorrow,' the minister tells reporters after meeting the ruler.

He missed five penalties on the spin and he's still 'Diego Armando Maradona', says football legend.

Federation warns that increasing energy costs would impact businesses, especially SMEs.

The states include Kedah, Perlis, Penang , Negeri Sembilan, Malacca and Johor. 

Like MCA, he says, Umno secured fewer votes in GE14 than the total number of members it has.

UPDATED 3.55PM | The first seed of the idea for the e-commerce giant was planted when he read about MSC 20 years ago.

US oil imports, now worth about US$1 billion a month, will be hit by escalating trade war with China. 

UPDATED 5.39PM | This includes sharing info on disaster warning systems, risk reduction and readiness exercises.

This is in reference to individuals who willingly paid higher taxes or contributed to amend inequalities in society, in the US. 

LETTER | If these are implemented immediately, then Malaysia has a chance of really becoming great.

UPDATED 4.20PM | The Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) may consider it too, says the ambassador.

The plan, utilising existing KTM tracks, will only cost RM20 billion - way lower than HSR's over RM60 billion, The Star reports.

Managers are reducing their exposure in Malaysia due to lingering doubts on fiscal position.

UPDATED 3.40PM | Wan Azizah says she asked PM this, and he said completing the lineup will take some time. 

LETTER | Such an aspiration is at most incidental and at worst lip service.

Be aware and alert that voters are no longer afraid of changing the government, says DAP’s Liew Chin Tong.

COMMENT | Technological advancement will take time, so for now let’s focus on motivation.

'If their lives improve in five years’ time, we will not have a problem in the next election.'

LETTER | Asean, too, can potentially become borderless.

UPDATED 11.52am | The Alibaba group founder says the hour-long chat with the premier was a 'very good meeting'.

Tremors registered at two sites in Mexico City after Hirving Lozano scored winner against Germany. 

Rather, grassroots leaders recognise that the party will be less effective now, says Ti Lian Ker.

UPDATED 11.26am | Those killed in the 6.1 magnitude tremblor in Osaka, include a nine-year-old girl. 

COMMENT | It is not enough that Malaysia tries to overcome its national debt.

UPDATED 1.52PM | The ex-DAP Johor leader tells Fong Kui Lun to be more tolerant of public scrutiny.

In post-election M'sia, says DAP leader, Umno will be exposed if it continues to indulge in 'toxic' politics.

COMMENT | Held in a theme park, it can best be described as a cheap political stunt.

Sejak perjanjian gentlement Dr M- Taib, Umno memang tak dibenar bertapak di Sarawak, kata pensyarah UM.

19 ADUN pembangkang itu patut tunggu sampai 2 Julai, kata Shafie Apdal.

COMMENT | Harapan should beware Umno seizing control of the narrative again when it gets its act together.

Several online services step in to help abused migrant workers from Asia and the Middle East.

This is for allowing opposition reps to be sworn-in without informing the state gov't, says Shafie Apdal.

COMMENT | While there are many contenders, there are three main teams.

'The Feds hike may rattle some, but Asian economies with surplus won't feel compelled to keep up.'

YOURSAY | 'Indeed, rule of law is not in the forgiving or forgetting business.'

The Germans can still qualify from Group F but their reputation is not what it was.