Archive - 20 July 2018

Notice on vacant Balakong seat to be submitted next week

Notice on vacant Balakong seat to be submitted next week

Incumbent Eddie Ng Tien Chee was killed in a road accident early this morning.

Sabah to host Malaysia Day bash

Sabah to host Malaysia Day bash

Sabah gov't agrees with Putrajaya's suggestion to host event. 

Man stabs 14 people on German bus

Man stabs 14 people on German bus

Police say they haven't ruled out a terrorist background to the incident.

HFMD: No closure of schools in Selangor

HFMD: No closure of schools in Selangor

Health DG urges M'sians to rely on ministry information, not what is spread on social media.

S'pore expects Putrajaya to clarify position on HSR by July 31

S'pore expects Putrajaya to clarify position on HSR by July 31

Singapore also sets deadline for ministerial meeting on the project. 

In Sungai Kandis, BN and Harapan swap election strategies

In Sungai Kandis, BN and Harapan swap election strategies

SG KANDIS POLLS | Without government resources, BN finds itself in unfamiliar territory. 

'Soros-sponsored' Bersih does not inspire confidence in BN's candidate

'Soros-sponsored' Bersih does not inspire confidence in BN's candidate

SG KANDIS POLLS | Lokman Adam looks to fellow Malaysians and not 'foreign-funded' groups to save Malaysia.

MCA to field candidate for Balakong, says Zahid

MCA to field candidate for Balakong, says Zahid

It had also fielded a candidate for Balakong for the May 9 general election.

Gov't to reduce China borrowing to avoid bankruptcy

Gov't to reduce China borrowing to avoid bankruptcy

Prime minister says this will be discussed during his upcoming visit to the superpower.

Zahid: Even if Ng said wrong things, don't perpetuate hate

Zahid: Even if Ng said wrong things, don't perpetuate hate

He says being of different religions is not an excuse.

巫统宣布马华出战无拉港,魏家祥却称还未讨论

巫统宣布马华出战无拉港,魏家祥却称还未讨论

阿末扎希宣布,国阵将交由马华出战无拉港补选。

2018-07-20

2018-07-20

Cops quiz Najib's domestic helper over report

Cops quiz Najib's domestic helper over report

KL CID chief says the domestic helper's statement was recorded at ex-PM's residence.

Malaysians nabbed in Australia, suspected of worker exploitation

Malaysians nabbed in Australia, suspected of worker exploitation

Six Malaysians have been arrested by the Australia Border Force in a remote area of Western Australia. 

BN candidate banking on 'Azmin and friends' to win by-election

BN candidate banking on 'Azmin and friends' to win by-election

Lokman Adam claims there is unhappiness over Wan Azizah naming Zawawi Mughni as PKR's candidate.

Fake news on 'black shoes' stomps around on social media

Fake news on 'black shoes' stomps around on social media

Image using M'kini report claims shoes must be bought at government recommended brands.

Mat Hasan: Sg Kandis yardstick for post GE-14 BN support

Mat Hasan: Sg Kandis yardstick for post GE-14 BN support

The by-election is expected to be a straight fight between Umno's Lokman Adam and PKR's Zawawi Mughni

More likely we'll get 25m tourists rather than 33m

More likely we'll get 25m tourists rather than 33m

LETTER | Tourists are increasingly looking for experiential tourism by immersing themselves with the locals.

Black and white shoes aside, here are Maszlee's other points

Black and white shoes aside, here are Maszlee's other points

Among others, education minister talks about recognising UEC, Chinese schools and the introduction of noble values.

No better time to end fuel subsidies than now

No better time to end fuel subsidies than now

LETTER | The reintroduction of fuel subsidies completely contradicts our contributions to solving the global climate crisis.

New National Housing Policy to come in by year end

New National Housing Policy to come in by year end

This policy will simplify legislation and the borrowing process, says minister Zuraida Kamaruddin.

'Tangkap Ramasamy' protest after Friday prayers in Penang

'Tangkap Ramasamy' protest after Friday prayers in Penang

Group targets the deputy chief minister for his stance on Zakir Naik.

'Cosmetic changes won't reverse lack of quality education'

'Cosmetic changes won't reverse lack of quality education'

Therefore, get your priorities right instead of focusing on school shoes, Gerakan tells education minister.

Yayasan Patriot Negara contributes RM650k to Tabung Harapan

Yayasan Patriot Negara contributes RM650k to Tabung Harapan

It says it believes the amount is the highest contribution by an NGO to date.

Umno fields Lokman Adam in Sungai Kandis

Umno fields Lokman Adam in Sungai Kandis

UPDATED 5.29PM | The Umno man is known for organising rallies in solidarity with former PM Najib Abdul Razak.

National diver's defamation suit against Utusan fixed for Nov 26.

National diver's defamation suit against Utusan fixed for Nov 26.

The diver claims the Malay daily sensationalised its report and tarnished her reputation.

SST: Skiing gear, planes and spacecraft among items Finance Ministry wants taxed

SST: Skiing gear, planes and spacecraft among items Finance Ministry wants taxed

While Custom's list of tax-exempt goods is yet to be fixed, Guan Eng says such big-ticket items should be removed from it.

Razlan apologises to Ng's family, 'vile heart' tweet vanishes

Razlan apologises to Ng's family, 'vile heart' tweet vanishes

The Umno man appears to have deleted his controversial tweet on the tragic death of a DAP rep.

Amusement, seriousness, drama in first week's sitting of Parliament

Amusement, seriousness, drama in first week's sitting of Parliament

Many did not anticipate fireworks on the first day itself, on the election of the new speaker.

Dr M's China trip beyond renegotiating megaprojects - minister

Dr M's China trip beyond renegotiating megaprojects - minister

INTERVIEW | Saifuddin Abdullah says he likes to think PM's trip is 'about something bigger than that'.

Cops rule out foul play in crash that killed Balakong rep

Cops rule out foul play in crash that killed Balakong rep

Kajang police chief responds to claims that an oil spill at the scene had caused the accident. 

KJ: Zahid must condemn 'RIP' statement, show leadership

KJ: Zahid must condemn 'RIP' statement, show leadership

UPDATED 7.43PM | 'Public rejected the party because of individuals in the party that say and do the wrong things.'

High Court to hear Marzuki's by-election result petition

High Court to hear Marzuki's by-election result petition

Penang Bersatu chief lost Tasek Gelugor seat to BN incumbent by wafer-thin majority of 81 votes.

Kin to be presented full report on MH370 on July 30 - transport minister

Kin to be presented full report on MH370 on July 30 - transport minister

Anthony Loke assures they will present the unedited report, warts and all.

M'sia to be business-friendly, will curb corruption, says Dr M

M'sia to be business-friendly, will curb corruption, says Dr M

The PM says the gov't will ensure a clean business environment and fair play.

Time to provide clear definition of public officer, says COA

Time to provide clear definition of public officer, says COA

Definition needed for future similar cases, says judge who upheld decision to strike out Tony Pua's suit against Najib. 

Report lodged on death threats against Nga, Chin Tong

Report lodged on death threats against Nga, Chin Tong

Keranji assemblyperson Chong Zhemin says the Facebook user who uploaded the offending post must be identified.

I did not mean to insult, says Razlan on RIP tweet

I did not mean to insult, says Razlan on RIP tweet

'Actually, I delivered my condolences. I also hope he rests in peace,' says Umno man following the backlash over his posting.

Nungsari Ahmad Radhi new executive chairman of Mavcom

Nungsari Ahmad Radhi new executive chairman of Mavcom

Nungsari has been a Mavcom member and holds a PhD in economics.

Zawawi: I never lobbied to become PKR's Sg Kandis candidate

Zawawi: I never lobbied to become PKR's Sg Kandis candidate

The tahfiz school headmaster says the other potential candidates for the seat have agreed to support him.

RIP! One less person who slanders – Umno man on DAP rep's death

RIP! One less person who slanders – Umno man on DAP rep's death

The posting draws flak, including from a late Umno MP's daughter, who recalls how people said vile things about her father.

拉玛已就LTTE指控给口供,促警方反查诬告者

拉玛已就LTTE指控给口供,促警方反查诬告者

“这些谎言和报假案的做法,是为了转移遣返伊斯兰传教士扎基乃克回印度的课题。”

Berapa rakyat bayar untuk k’jaan Mahathir berbanding Najib?

Berapa rakyat bayar untuk k’jaan Mahathir berbanding Najib?

Kerajaan HARAPAN menelan kos RM7.96 juta setahun berbanding kabinet Najib sebanyak kira-kira RM11.23 juta.

S'gor MB: PKR democratic, even Rafizi can contest presidency

S'gor MB: PKR democratic, even Rafizi can contest presidency

The differences of opinion in PKR is what makes it a spirited party, says Amirudin Shari. 

National unity, tribalism and proxy wars

National unity, tribalism and proxy wars

COMMENT | Let’s not fall for every single forwarded message we see, hook, line and sinker.

IGP: China cops, embassy unable to verify Jho Low arrest

IGP: China cops, embassy unable to verify Jho Low arrest

Police have also checked with several other parties to no avail, Mohamad Fuzi Harun adds.

Mahathir vs Najib: How much are you paying for the government?

Mahathir vs Najib: How much are you paying for the government?

Harapan has a leaner government with fewer ministers and deputy ministers, compared to Najib's cabinet. 

Trump invites Putin to Washington despite US uproar over Helsinki summit

Trump invites Putin to Washington despite US uproar over Helsinki summit

This amid criticisms over Trump's failure to confront Putin over Moscow's meddling in the 2016 election.

M'sia may recover RM14b of 1MDB funds if lucky, says Lim

M'sia may recover RM14b of 1MDB funds if lucky, says Lim

Finance minister's figure a smaller sum than the RM18.29 billion the PM hopes to recover.

On school shoes and more: My mum’s advice for Maszlee

On school shoes and more: My mum’s advice for Maszlee

COMMENT | Perhaps the education minister needs a reminder to prioritise his responsibilities.

Eddie Ng's passing a big loss to Harapan, says Selangor MB

Eddie Ng's passing a big loss to Harapan, says Selangor MB

The Balakong rep was always willing to serve his constituents, with a smile, says Amirudin Shari. 

Will our handling of Islamic affairs really be reformed?

Will our handling of Islamic affairs really be reformed?

COMMENT | The residual trauma of decades under such archaic rule has made me a little sceptical.

Ramasamy pledges to co-operate with probe into alleged Tamil Tiger links

Ramasamy pledges to co-operate with probe into alleged Tamil Tiger links

UPDATED 12.43PM | However, Penang deputy CM also urges cops to probe those who allegedly spread lies about him.

Unicef: Make public gov’t data on child marriages

Unicef: Make public gov’t data on child marriages

Such data is crucial in making better decisions to address the issue, says the UN body.

'Look East' policy to be more than just trade, bilateral ties

'Look East' policy to be more than just trade, bilateral ties

INTERVIEW | Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah says Dr M is expected to reveal more details after second Japan trip. 

M'sian embassy in Beijing in the dark about Jho Low's purported arrest

M'sian embassy in Beijing in the dark about Jho Low's purported arrest

An embassy source tells Bernama that they did not receive any info about the alleged arrest.

Yoursay: Harapan’s win a 20-year effort, not just due to Dr M

Yoursay: Harapan’s win a 20-year effort, not just due to Dr M

YOURSAY | ‘Based on GE14 statistics, Bersatu is not the main reason people support Harapan.’

Yoursay: The grand audacity of BN’s grand larceny

Yoursay: The grand audacity of BN’s grand larceny

YOURSAY | Punitive action should be taken against all parties concerned.

DAP Balakong rep dies in accident, second by-election for S’gor

DAP Balakong rep dies in accident, second by-election for S’gor

Ng Tien Chee is killed in an accident at KM11.7 of the Grand Saga Highway early today.

Child marriages often lead to divorce - Unicef report

Child marriages often lead to divorce - Unicef report

It says divorce rate for child marriages among Muslims is more than 30pct.