Archive - 11 August 2018

New housing policy for lower income group in Sabah, S'wak

New housing policy for lower income group in Sabah, S'wak

Gov't is looking into standardising minimum price of low-cost houses for B40 group in both states, says Zuraida Kamaruddin.  

Sabah's ZKK plan to allow natives to continue living in its parks

Sabah's ZKK plan to allow natives to continue living in its parks

ZKK is possibly the first initiative of its kind in the world, says deputy parks director.

Meeting Nisha Ayub doesn't mean agreeing to LGBT struggle - Mujahid

Meeting Nisha Ayub doesn't mean agreeing to LGBT struggle - Mujahid

Meeting was held at LGBT activist's request and focused on addressing discrimination against transgender community, says minister. 

M’sia, Indonesia to set up special desk to cut investment bureaucracy

M’sia, Indonesia to set up special desk to cut investment bureaucracy

Desk will facilitate all dealings related to investment issues faced by entrepreneurs in both countries, says minister Darell Leiking.

Nurul Izzah: Seri Setia candidacy talk is 'fake news'

Nurul Izzah: Seri Setia candidacy talk is 'fake news'

Permatang Pauh MP quashes speculation that she will contest in upcoming by-election and vacate parliamentary seat. 

PTPTN debts almost as much as 1MDB losses, says Dr M

PTPTN debts almost as much as 1MDB losses, says Dr M

RM39b owed by M'sians in student loans nearly as much as 1MDB's losses, says premier. 

Najib to Guan Eng: Why did it take 3 months to notice RM18b GST arrears?

Najib to Guan Eng: Why did it take 3 months to notice RM18b GST arrears?

Customs DG's statement proves GST refunds were put into consolidated funds and issued periodically, adds ex-PM.

Najib: Dr M's policies give money to the rich, rob the poor

Najib: Dr M's policies give money to the rich, rob the poor

Ex-PM says GST repeal will benefit the rich, and deprive civil servants and B40 group of wage increase. 

Orang Asli land belongs to K'tan gov't, says PAS MP

Orang Asli land belongs to K'tan gov't, says PAS MP

Kelantan doesn't recognise ancestral land, only 'kawasan rayau' (foraging land), adds Takiyuddin Hassan.

Mat Sabu thanks critics, accepts criticisms

Mat Sabu thanks critics, accepts criticisms

Defence minister says he accepts criticism from ex-BN ministers over revelation that M'sian military is region's weakest.

Loke: Azmin-S'pore HSR report to be presented to cabinet next week

Loke: Azmin-S'pore HSR report to be presented to cabinet next week

Transport minister says he will wait for cabinet meeting to learn of outcome of discussions with S'pore. 

'Tengok muka Umno macam nak bantu PAS'

'Tengok muka Umno macam nak bantu PAS'

PRK SERI SETIA | Kita harap pengundi Umno tolong undi PAS pada pilihan raya kecil DUN ini, kata Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.

MCA 'cheating' rakyat by using own logo in Balakong, says Nga

MCA 'cheating' rakyat by using own logo in Balakong, says Nga

Perak DAP chief claims MCA is trying to fool voters into thinking it is no longer with BN.

Muhyiddin to return to work next week

Muhyiddin to return to work next week

The home minister is recovering following an operation to remove a growth from his pancreas.

阿布卡欣旧演讲曝光,揭关税官员制造“钻戒门”

阿布卡欣旧演讲曝光,揭关税官员制造“钻戒门”

前反贪会主席旧演讲片段近日被上传网路,其中指关税局官员泄露文件,以报复纳吉。

MCA willing to work with all opposition parties in Balakong - Liow

MCA willing to work with all opposition parties in Balakong - Liow

As long as they are 'on the same page', all opposition should work together, says the party chief.

Law minister: Drafting, not abolishing of Anti-Fake News law that's rushed

Law minister: Drafting, not abolishing of Anti-Fake News law that's rushed

Liew Vui Keong responds to ex-minister Azalina Othman who defended the Act and who said other laws not up to date.

Mahathir to Jho Low: If you want the Equanimity, come and claim it

Mahathir to Jho Low: If you want the Equanimity, come and claim it

UPDATED 3.53PM | The premier says Malaysia wants to know where the fugitive businessperson got the money for the luxury yacht.

Menteri pendidikan ucap takziah kepada keluarga 2 murid lemas

Menteri pendidikan ucap takziah kepada keluarga 2 murid lemas

Dua beradik murid Sekolah Kebangsaan Balok, Kuantan, Pahang lemas dalam kejadian di muara Sungai Balok semalam.

Liow: MCA’s move to ditch the dacing in Balakong a unilateral decision

Liow: MCA’s move to ditch the dacing in Balakong a unilateral decision

UPDATED 3.29PM | The MCA chief says Umno and MIC have not been informed they will not use the BN logo.

MP urges GST refunds to be settled before SST kicks in

MP urges GST refunds to be settled before SST kicks in

Kota Melaka MP also wants ex-Treasury sec-gen Irwan Serigar to explain the shortfall.

Dr M finally boards 1MDB-linked superyacht Equanimity

Dr M finally boards 1MDB-linked superyacht Equanimity

UPDATED 4.28PM | The PM and a group of 13 including Mat Sabu and Guan Eng examine the RM1b craft.

'Public discussion of Najib's graft case won't prejudice trial'

'Public discussion of Najib's graft case won't prejudice trial'

This, says Syahredzan Johan, is because we do not practice a jury system, so there is no danger of influencing the case.

Ex-MACC boss: Customs officers 'retaliated' against Najib, sparked 'diamond ring' saga

Ex-MACC boss: Customs officers 'retaliated' against Najib, sparked 'diamond ring' saga

A source confirms Abu Kassim Mohamed said the officers leaked a customs form on the ring's delivery in 2011.

We can no longer look up to the Saudis

We can no longer look up to the Saudis

COMMENT | The Saudi-led coalition has been terrorising Yemen over the past three years.

Ringgit expected to weaken next week

Ringgit expected to weaken next week

Investors sentiment likely be influenced by trade war concerns and geopolitical uncertainty.

New S'gor opposition leader unfazed in entering the lions’ den

New S'gor opposition leader unfazed in entering the lions’ den

INTERVIEW | Despite being reduced to five opposition members, Rizam is undeterred.

DAP rep tells Xavier residents' claims on Raub gold mine convincing enough

DAP rep tells Xavier residents' claims on Raub gold mine convincing enough

Tras rep Chow Yu Hui reminds the minister of Harapan's previous stand on gold mine hazards.

Is patriotism worth RM250?

Is patriotism worth RM250?

COMMENT | What really ticks me off is when bureaucrats and politicians weigh in on patriotism.

The irrational fear of criticising Mahathir

The irrational fear of criticising Mahathir

COMMENT | We must be ready to criticise our gov’t openly and frequently.

Two police officers among four fatally shot in Canada

Two police officers among four fatally shot in Canada

The police are yet to release a motive for the suspect, who is in custody and is being treated for serious injuries. 

No gag order on Najib's trial; more calls for Umno to ditch ex-leader

No gag order on Najib's trial; more calls for Umno to ditch ex-leader

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

Mahathir reminds ministers to be careful with Mara statements

Mahathir reminds ministers to be careful with Mara statements

Ministers, he says, must understand the importance of being sensitive to the views of the people.

Yoursay: Who is telling the truth on missing GST refund?

Yoursay: Who is telling the truth on missing GST refund?

YOURSAY | ‘Can Treasury sec-gen explain why full GST refund was not given to Customs?’

Malaysian coach: Row at football friendly was expected

Malaysian coach: Row at football friendly was expected

National squad coach Ong Kim Swee says higher-ranked UAE isn't used to trailing behind Malaysia.

Bersatu set to accept 30,000 members from S'wak

Bersatu set to accept 30,000 members from S'wak

Bersatu is planning to open branches in Sarawak.