Archive - 3 July 2018

UPDATED 12AM | Lawyers who have represented her and Najib were seen at the residence earlier.

'Even in the face of adversity today, he smiled, laughed and gave us all a hug,' says Nooryana Najwa. 

Ex-PM insists that the charges against him are 'not entirely true', and that he will clear his name in court. 

'Cases of shootings, robberies, and theft are frequent,' China’s embassy in the US warns travellers.

UPDATED 10.40PM | Najib's stepson has been requested to show up at 2pm tomorrow for further questioning. 

Several lawmakers called for a special committee to probe the rare earth mining company in May. 

The 50-strong crowd outside the MACC headquarters also light candles in support of arrested ex-PM.

ULASAN | Perkahwinan bawah umur dikawal oleh Enakmen Undang-undang Keluarga Islam dan bukannya Akta 355.

Defence Minister Mat Sabu does not rule out the candidate being sworn in as senator first.

Senior Finas official believed to be involved with alleged embezzlement, source says.

The 'overjoyed' former Petrosaudi executive describes Najib's arrest as a 'day to celebrate'.

George Varughese wants to know the legal standing of the 1MDB taskforce in relation to the arrest.

“他（纳吉）要求我发声明，证明他清白无辜。但我告知，我不能发表这种声明……”

Requirements will be relaxed for first-time buyers and the poor, says the minister.

These will comprise experts on electricity, science and technology, climate change and the environment.

The foreign ministry will set up a consultative council to discuss foreign policies with experts.

On the number of charges to be filed against Najib, Thomas says 'wait till tomorrow'.

Malaysiakini recaps the major developments which took place from May 9 to July 3.

The government will conduct several tests as part of new SOP on marriages involving minors.

As for ex-PM's claim she knew about the sum, she says, 'I wish to categorically state that this claim is false'.

Minister Syed Saddiq defends Khairy Jamaluddin for being too young to helm a political party.

Councils must appoint at least seven women councillors to qualify for five-star rating, minister says.

It'll be the first by-election following the May 9 polls.

He has made great contributions to the country, says the Wanita chief.

'I don’t feel guilty because we were married with the blessings from her father,' says Che Mohd Karim.  

It has been exactly three years since news broke of the funds flowing into the then-PM's accounts. 

UPDATED 7.17PM | Lokman Noor Adam urges all Malaysians to join the rally outside the MACC headquarters tonight.

UPDATED 8.52PM | Ambassador hopes DPM Wan Azizah's maiden overseas visit will restore bilateral ties.

Bursa Malaysia says the company’s securities would be traded under the new name from  July 5. 

This follows a viral Facebook post by an expat of her maid being swept up in a raid.

LETTER | The government must concede that after nearly 50 years, the NEP has failed badly.

He stresses that the fund has been reimbursed with his personal money after his officer's error.

LETTER | Though the sentiment is commendable, actually amending the constitution to reflect this will be tricky.

Sources say Najib may face multiple charges, including CBT and misuse of his position.

The projects were implemented under the previous state government, says rep Mamad Puteh.  

Primary industries minister says gov’t laying down policy framework for sustainable development.

The former chairperson of Perak DAP is elected after obtaining 31 votes.

Tourism tax to be reviewed to ensure it doesn’t affect tourist arrivals to the country.

She was told that the marriage likely took place without the Narathiwat Islamic Affairs Council's permission.

UPDATED 5.55PM | BREAKING NEWS | Speculation is rife that the former PM may be charged tomorrow.

Baljit Singh praises Indonesia's capture of Umno Sg Besar chief, says local border patrol must be improved. 

To date, three individuals are detained by the MACC to facilitate investigations into the case.

Chew Mei Fun lists out several other instances of the manifesto being dishonoured.

New minister assures longstanding Selangor water supply issue will be settled within a month.

The contracts of its deputy CEO and two board members also expired on the same date. 

It says apology should be for the Agong, Mahathir and all Harapan parties.

'The process will be done swiftly, by today or tomorrow he will be deported to Malaysia,' says Central Police chief.

Former Bank Negara governor says she will respond to ex-PM's claim she knew about RM2.6 billion in his accounts.

Compared to Najib, the finance minister says he is more inclined to trust the former Bank Negara governor.

COMMENT | The former Sarawak CM has been touted to be the richest individual in Malaysia.

COMMENT | Malaysian students share less and less common ground, or even a common language. How can we change that?

The electoral watchdog reiterates its call for the resignation or removal of the six EC commissioners.

Report says Khadem al-Qubaisi had a collection of 50 cars, with an estimated total value of RM203 million.

UPDATED 2.20PM | MACC chief says 15 separate probes were initiated but no charges could be pressed.

UPDATED 3.46PM | This comes after new Umno Youth chief Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki names him for the post.

UPDATED 2.05PM | Shukri Abdull says the 1MDB money belongs to the rakyat.

Penang undersea tunnel developer Consortium Zenith Construction is confident Lim Guan Eng will not "interfere" in the project.

UPDATED 1.41PM | Shukri Abdull also denies any move by Malaysian investigators to meet him in Dubai.

China Mobile applied in 2011 to offer services from within the US, which now cites security concerns.

MP SPEAKS | It must be reduced significantly to make it viable financially.

COMMENT | After waiting 22 years, I suppose I can give the PM a bit more time to act.

LETTER | We need to ensure that our PLAN is the right one in terms of price and implementation.

He will remain on bail while his suitability for home detention is determined.

The two mavericks begin a dialogue amid strained relations between the neighbours.

Prosecutors and defence lawyers have delivered final arguments on Monday.

UPDATED 7.34PM | The ex-Felda chair says he came to give a statement on 'admission of receiving funds'.

UPDATED 11.58PM | This is to instil a new culture to promote a fit Malaysia, says the youth and sports minister.

Rescuers will have to work out how to bring them out safely.

Bukit Tengah rep Gooi Hsiao Leung says he is shocked to learn gov't wants to retain the National Civics Bureau.

MP SPEAKS | BTN has no place in our New Malaysia.

Sultan Nazrin Shah has launched a book on the rich cultural heritage of the sultanate.

YOURSAY | 'You can take Dr M out of Umno, but you can't take Umno out of Dr M.'

Public expression of dissatisfaction with Dr Mahathir Mohamad's line-up is not going to water down well

YOURSAY | When you had the opportunity, you refuse to divulge the truth with regards to 1MDB.

KINIGUIDE | We see what happens after certain heads of government unbox the gifts they can’t keep.

My players were lost for words after their crushing 3-2 defeat, says Japan coach Akira Nishino.

PKR and DAP control 73.6pct of the seats but were allocated only 50pct of cabinet positions.

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

It is the seventh World Cup running that Brazil has reached the last eight.