Archive - 7 July 2018

Education Minister supports probe into teacher who molested students

Education Minister supports probe into teacher who molested students

Maszlee Malik angered by allegations, reiterates commitment to protecting children.

为纳吉募款,巫统北根区部账户遭冻结

为纳吉募款,巫统北根区部账户遭冻结

巫统北根区部妇女组主席赵玛阿都指出,她是今早发现他们的银行账户遭冻结。

Frozen - Pekan Umno account to raise funds for Najib's bail

Frozen - Pekan Umno account to raise funds for Najib's bail

However, the main donation account for the PM which was launched on Thursday is still operational.

Yayasan Patriot aims to raise RM30k for Tabung Harapan, tahfiz school

Yayasan Patriot aims to raise RM30k for Tabung Harapan, tahfiz school

The foundation will be selling rock melons in Hulu Langat, Kajang until July 15 to meet its goal. 

Wan Azizah: Corruption among youth on a downward trend

Wan Azizah: Corruption among youth on a downward trend

The DPM says she was informed by MACC that the number of corruption cases involving youths had dropped in the past five years.

Thai boys ask for not too much homework in first letters from flooded cave

Thai boys ask for not too much homework in first letters from flooded cave

The letters were brought out of the cave on Friday night. 

Johor MB defends state's free water programme

Johor MB defends state's free water programme

Gov't is only helping the people, says Osman Sapian in response to opposition critic. 

Urban well-being portfolio is now under FT Ministry - Khalid

Urban well-being portfolio is now under FT Ministry - Khalid

The portfolio's role in the ministry will be discussed with ministry sec-gen soon, says Khalid Samad. 

Let Najib sue me, MACC chief says

Let Najib sue me, MACC chief says

Mohd Shukri Abdull is unfazed by the civil suit initiated by ex-PM.

Blaze on two KBC crude oil tanks successfully extinguished

Blaze on two KBC crude oil tanks successfully extinguished

T'ganu Fire and Rescue Department estimates that only 30pct of third tank is still on fire. 

PKR to assess Ismail Kassim's sincerity before approving membership

PKR to assess Ismail Kassim's sincerity before approving membership

PKR veep Tian Chua says many factors to be considered, while Perlis chapter objects to ex-Umno leader's move. 

DAP leaders told not be 'arrogant', gov't posts are to serve the rakyat

DAP leaders told not be 'arrogant', gov't posts are to serve the rakyat

Penang DAP chief Chow Kon Yeow says reps should seize the opportunity to better serve the people. 

Empowering Parliament through institutional reforms

Empowering Parliament through institutional reforms

LETTER | G25 welcomes news that several commissions under the PM’s Department will be required to report directly to Parliament.

32,435 dengue cases recorded nationwide in Jan-June 2018

32,435 dengue cases recorded nationwide in Jan-June 2018

Dr Dzulkefly says in that period S'gor recorded the highest number with 18,249 cases and 14 deaths.

When and where did you meet Jho Low, Kit Siang asks Najib

When and where did you meet Jho Low, Kit Siang asks Najib

Najib told Malaysiakini he had communicated with Low 'some time ago' after allegations rose against him.

Kulasegaran: People's Service Counter to assist B40 employment claims

Kulasegaran: People's Service Counter to assist B40 employment claims

Project will enable low-income group to meet and deal with relevant agencies, says minister.  

PAS to Dr M: Thank you for sparing Zakir Naik

PAS to Dr M: Thank you for sparing Zakir Naik

Tuan Ibrahim says the decision is the right one, as the preacher is a permanent resident in M'sia. 

Amanah submits names of K’tan, T’ganu candidates for senate

Amanah submits names of K’tan, T’ganu candidates for senate

The list of Amanah leaders has been submitted to the prime minister for consideration. 

Sabah to focus on downstream industries development

Sabah to focus on downstream industries development

It's important to industrialise Sabah to create jobs for the youth, says the CM.

Ismail Kassim wants to join PKR, after rejection by Bersatu

Ismail Kassim wants to join PKR, after rejection by Bersatu

The ex-Perlis Umno leader says he wants to join PKR as it is 'exciting'. 

Works minister says gov’t will use open tenders for all projects

Works minister says gov’t will use open tenders for all projects

Procurement and tendering system will be made more competitive to ensure best value for public funds. 

Teenager in India allegedly raped for months by teachers, students

Teenager in India allegedly raped for months by teachers, students

In the victim's complaint to the police, she said she was gang-raped for seven months by 18 people. 

PKR election to be done via online e-voting - Saifuddin

PKR election to be done via online e-voting - Saifuddin

The sec-gen says the system is currently being tested before the party polls in August or Sept.

Zam tells Mujahid to begin reforms by closing tahfiz schools

Zam tells Mujahid to begin reforms by closing tahfiz schools

Former Umno minister makes the suggestion after praising Mujahid for 'progressive views' on religion. 

Guan Eng contains fallout from Nga's cabinet snub

Guan Eng contains fallout from Nga's cabinet snub

DAP leaders are putting the country’s interests ahead of their own, stresses sec-gen.

Thai rescuers resume search for sunken tourist boat survivors

Thai rescuers resume search for sunken tourist boat survivors

Confirmed death toll believed to be at 38, but authorities fear nearly 60 may be dead.

Allowing Zakir to stay disregards sentiments of the Indian community

Allowing Zakir to stay disregards sentiments of the Indian community

LETTER | The issue will also have a clear consequential effect on our diplomatic relationship with India.

MIC Youth slams Indian Harapan leaders for failing to get Zakir deported

MIC Youth slams Indian Harapan leaders for failing to get Zakir deported

C Sivarraajh says they have let the voters down by not keeping to their 'promise.'

Harapan hasn’t reneged on 30pct women promise, Zuraida insists

Harapan hasn’t reneged on 30pct women promise, Zuraida insists

Wanita Harapan chief stresses that the quota is still a priority, and that it will be achieved 'one day'.

'Entirely inappropriate' for court to defend choice of judge for Najib trial

'Entirely inappropriate' for court to defend choice of judge for Najib trial

LFL says apex court need not be 'oversensitive' to criticism towards judge Sophian's appointment.

On Pride Day organiser hire, Syed Saddiq says no formal appointments yet

On Pride Day organiser hire, Syed Saddiq says no formal appointments yet

Critics fry the new youth minister for purportedly having LGBT event organiser Numan as his press officer.

Kelantan PKR urges gov't to appoint minister from the state

Kelantan PKR urges gov't to appoint minister from the state

Ab Aziz Ab Kadir says this would help facilitate dealings between state and federal governments. 

Jho Low could be seeking asylum if still in Macau – report

Jho Low could be seeking asylum if still in Macau – report

SCMP reports his 30 days in the territory are over, and this is the only way he can stay put.

Ringing the changes in the new Parliament

Ringing the changes in the new Parliament

COMMENT | It is high time the Dewan Rakyat reasserted its role to check on the excesses of the executive.

Incoming Mexican president to seek negotiated peace in drug war

Incoming Mexican president to seek negotiated peace in drug war

Lopez Obrador’s team unveils 'transitional justice​' ​​​​​​plan to shake up fight against drug-related crime. 

FA Cup fans can sing, chant but do not create provocation – police

FA Cup fans can sing, chant but do not create provocation – police

Selangor is facing off Pahang at Bukit Jalil Stadium today.

No more controversial CJ appointments, says new law minister

No more controversial CJ appointments, says new law minister

INTERVIEW | VK Liew promises changes to avoid a repeat of what happened with Raus and Zulkefli.

20 senior police officers on transfer effective Aug 6

20 senior police officers on transfer effective Aug 6

Some of the transfers involve the swapping of roles.

My exorcism

My exorcism

COMMENT | Is allowing supernatural elements in Syariah Court proceedings justice as God intended?

At rally to support ex-PM, Lokman defends Najib's son's Taiwan trip

At rally to support ex-PM, Lokman defends Najib's son's Taiwan trip

‘He is a businessman, so his job is to enjoy his life.’

Parties that ‘make use of’ race, religion no longer relevant - Mujahid

Parties that ‘make use of’ race, religion no longer relevant - Mujahid

INTERVIEW | The new minister in charge of religion believes Islam should be seen as 'friendly, not fiery'.

Bumiputeraism root of nation's racial politics

Bumiputeraism root of nation's racial politics

COMMENT | Issues get lost in the news cycle and before long, another BN has replaced the old one.

Lanes closure at Silk highway for Semenyih-bound traffic

Lanes closure at Silk highway for Semenyih-bound traffic

Contra-flow lane will be activated from KM11.3 to KM 14.4 on the Balakong-bound stretch.

Putrajaya on China mission soon; Najib sues 1MDB investigators

Putrajaya on China mission soon; Najib sues 1MDB investigators

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

Yoursay: Dr M, why are you protecting Zakir Naik?

Yoursay: Dr M, why are you protecting Zakir Naik?

YOURSAY | ‘Like Najib, Zakir too should face the law in India.’

Belgium hold off Brazil in thriller to reach semis

Belgium hold off Brazil in thriller to reach semis

Brilliant goal by Kevin De Bruyne ensures Belgium will now face France in the semi-finals.

Griezmann inspires France past toothless Uruguay

Griezmann inspires France past toothless Uruguay

Soft goal by Atletico Madrid striker after header from Raphael Varane sees France through to semis.