Archive - 12 September 2018

Cops: 22,300 arrested for gambling offences this year

Cops: 22,300 arrested for gambling offences this year

IGP says although arrests dropped from 2017, the amount of cash seized increased by nearly a million.

Zakaria removed as FGV director

Zakaria removed as FGV director

His removal comes after FGV received a letter from shareholder MOF Inc withdrawing his nomination.

BN to hold meeting soon to decide on PD candidate

BN to hold meeting soon to decide on PD candidate

Mat Hasan says that all views will be considered before the coalition makes a decision.

AFN repeal rejected due to BN's political agenda - minister

AFN repeal rejected due to BN's political agenda - minister

Liew Vui Keong says 'unelected' opposition senators are going against the rakyat's spirit.

Special court, amended charges could mitigate suffering of Sosma detainees

Special court, amended charges could mitigate suffering of Sosma detainees

LETTER | Measures can be taken now to while waiting for the act to be repealed in Parliament.

Indonesia confident M'sia can solve Semporna kidnap case

Indonesia confident M'sia can solve Semporna kidnap case

The kidnapping of the two fishermen was the first such case in Esszone in two years.

Minister: Legal action if negligence found in Kedah bridge collapse

Minister: Legal action if negligence found in Kedah bridge collapse

Baru Bian says info will be gathered from local authority, as well as the engineer and contractors involved.

Cradle CEO's stepsons freed after remand order revised

Cradle CEO's stepsons freed after remand order revised

Court finds no strong justification for the two teenagers' remand to continue. 

Bunuh kucing bunting di mesin pengering: Polis buru dua lelaki

Bunuh kucing bunting di mesin pengering: Polis buru dua lelaki

Bangkai kucing betina itu ditemui seorang pelanggan dalam keadaan berlumuran darah.

Anwar explains reason behind 'PD move'

Anwar explains reason behind 'PD move'

He says the incumbent MP was 'serious' about giving the seat to him and offered to assist him.

Crazy ideas forum needed for S'wak tour operators

Crazy ideas forum needed for S'wak tour operators

LETTER | Outsiders with a fresh pair of eyes will be captivated by anything that is uniquely local.

Kula: Extensions for migrant workers with temporary permits

Kula: Extensions for migrant workers with temporary permits

Minister says those with PLKS permits and have been employed for over 10 years can apply for extensions.

Speaker confirms Port Dickson MP's resignation

Speaker confirms Port Dickson MP's resignation

UPDATED 7PM | Danyal earlier announced he is making way for Anwar to contest the parliamentary seat.

PKR rep's election petition for Jempol dismissed

PKR rep's election petition for Jempol dismissed

Election Court allows objection by BN MP Mohd Salim Mohd Sharif after petition deemed to be defective.

Mercedes purchased for need, not for luxury - deputy K'tan MB

Mercedes purchased for need, not for luxury - deputy K'tan MB

Mohd Amar also claims that maintaining the luxury vehicle is cheaper than the upkeep of Honda and Toyota. 

Zuraida hopes Anwar explains stand on 'PD Move'

Zuraida hopes Anwar explains stand on 'PD Move'

She says the action by some party leaders is shallow as it did not follow the proper protocol.

PAS, MIC to hold party meetings over Port Dickson seat

PAS, MIC to hold party meetings over Port Dickson seat

The Islamist party will meet after their muktamar this week while MIC will convene and decide tomorrow.

Local councils, rescue teams in Johor told to be prepared for floods

Local councils, rescue teams in Johor told to be prepared for floods

Johor Sultan it is important to be ready, given the current unpredictable weather. 

Ministry mulling higher allowances for teachers to address shortage

Ministry mulling higher allowances for teachers to address shortage

This is most apparent in Johor, S'gor due to living costs, Teo says, as well as the interiors of Sabah, S'wak. 

Senator explains why opposition blocked Anti-Fake News Act repeal

Senator explains why opposition blocked Anti-Fake News Act repeal

Act targets misinformation, should be improved instead of abolished, says BN senator.

Guan Eng tells Najib to quit 'feigned ignorance' on SST

Guan Eng tells Najib to quit 'feigned ignorance' on SST

This comes after the former prime minister complained of having to pay the six percent tax when for a pau recently.

M'sia: No intention to abandon China's Belt and Road Initiative

M'sia: No intention to abandon China's Belt and Road Initiative

Deputy minister Ong Kian Ming says new gov't’s approach was misunderstood following recent cancellation of China-related projects.

Gov't studying tax on foreign digital service providers

Gov't studying tax on foreign digital service providers

Deputy finance minister says, however, that a plan is unlikely to be included in the 2019 Budget.

After collapse in Kedah, Malacca orders safety checks on bridges

After collapse in Kedah, Malacca orders safety checks on bridges

Exco Mohd Sofi Abdul Wahab wants to ensure the Taman Serdang incident doesn't happen in the state.

Soosaimanicckam death: Family lawyers seek health minister's intervention

Soosaimanicckam death: Family lawyers seek health minister's intervention

The lawyers insist the post-mortem report surrendered to the navy cadet's family was only the preliminary one.

Tok batin tells court he saw Jelai rep hand over RM17,500

Tok batin tells court he saw Jelai rep hand over RM17,500

UPDATED 6.28PM | Court told that Wan Rosdy, now the Pahang MB, gave the money to be distributed to Orang Asli in six villages.

不是竞选宣言,政府无意降油价至RM1.50

不是竞选宣言,政府无意降油价至RM1.50

国会 财政部副部长指出,政府没有计划将汽油价格下降至1令吉50仙的水平。

KJ saran BN letak ADUN Linggi lawan Anwar

KJ saran BN letak ADUN Linggi lawan Anwar

Menurut Khairy, ADUN dua penggal itu, Datuk Abdul Rahman Mohd Redza mempunyai prestasi yang baik.

Menteri: Mungkin pembangkang atur permohonan MyKad untuk PATI

Menteri: Mungkin pembangkang atur permohonan MyKad untuk PATI

WARISAN tidak terlibat membantu pendatang tanpa izin mendapatkan MyKad, kata menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri.

KJ suggests BN fields Linggi lawmaker against Anwar

KJ suggests BN fields Linggi lawmaker against Anwar

Abdul Rahman Mohd Redza receives Khairy's endorsement as he is 'a local and an LSE graduate'.

PI Bala widow's leave to appeal to apex court fixed on Feb 26

PI Bala widow's leave to appeal to apex court fixed on Feb 26

The appeals court had struck out Santamil Selvi's suit against the ex-PM and wife saying it was too late.

废“打假新闻法”遭上议院拦路

废“打假新闻法”遭上议院拦路

更新 国会 上议院在28票反对与21票赞成的比数下,驳回废除打假新闻法令的法案。

Port Dickson: A symbolic arena for Anwar’s return

Port Dickson: A symbolic arena for Anwar’s return

COMMENT | This is not about building Anwar's empire, but redeeming what has been denied to him.

Dewan Negara rejects Anti-Fake News Act repeal

Dewan Negara rejects Anti-Fake News Act repeal

UPDATE 3.52PM | PARLIAMENT | Repeal of BN-era law rejected after second reading today.

Australians rally against syariah caning of Terengganu lesbians

Australians rally against syariah caning of Terengganu lesbians

COMMENT | Actions by politicians, such as DPM labelling LGBT support as 'haram', encourage violence against already marginalised people.

PKR executes 'PD Move' to pave way for Anwar's return

PKR executes 'PD Move' to pave way for Anwar's return

UPDATED 2.52PM | Incumbent MP says he is honoured to make way for the PM-in-waiting.

Education minister must not head any university

Education minister must not head any university

LETTER | It is time to cease our indulgence for supermen and superwomen.

Najib should wake up and answer questions on 1MDB

Najib should wake up and answer questions on 1MDB

MP SPEAKS | It is shocking that ex-PM believes I accepted claim that he issued proof of RM2.6b donation. 

Optimistic about plans to lift visa requirement for M'sians visiting Canada

Optimistic about plans to lift visa requirement for M'sians visiting Canada

Outgoing ambassador says Harapan's aim for a more inclusive M'sia resonates well with Canada’s stance and values.

Developer: Person saying Forest City 'too expensive' not official spokesperson

Developer: Person saying Forest City 'too expensive' not official spokesperson

The official who spoke to The Washington Post does not represent us, says Country Garden Pacificview.

Let Anwar stand in Mahathir's constituency

Let Anwar stand in Mahathir's constituency

COMMENT | Why should a recently elected MP resign for yet another asinine by-election?

MACC chief meets Daim over land sale probe

MACC chief meets Daim over land sale probe

The CEP chair had claimed that plots of KL land, including land used for the Bandar Malaysia project, had been improperly sold off.

No plan to reduce petrol price to RM1.50 per litre

No plan to reduce petrol price to RM1.50 per litre

PARLIAMENT | Deputy finance minister adds that a detailed targeted subsidy system is being worked out.

Hadi: PAS members understand need for ties with Umno

Hadi: PAS members understand need for ties with Umno

He says the cooperation between the two rivals is for public good.

PJ residents call for sustainable development

PJ residents call for sustainable development

LETTER | Residents call for MBPJ to handle development approvals clearly and transparently, and engage ratepayers holistically.

IGP extends condolences to family of former narcotics deputy chief

IGP extends condolences to family of former narcotics deputy chief

Sia Boon Chee died at 1.50am yesterday following a stroke.

Tajuddin’s lawsuit against Khalid, NSTP, KiniTV goes to trial

Tajuddin’s lawsuit against Khalid, NSTP, KiniTV goes to trial

The former deputy minister is suing current FT Minister and the media for defamation.

Alibaba Group announces executive chair succession plan

Alibaba Group announces executive chair succession plan

Founder Jack Ma issues public letter explaining transition to Daniel Zhang, thanks employees and customers for support. 

China petroleum company to discuss compensation with gov't for cancelled projects

China petroleum company to discuss compensation with gov't for cancelled projects

CPP says it acknowledges and respects the decision to terminate the projects.

Utah woman who helped abduct 14-year-old to be released

Utah woman who helped abduct 14-year-old to be released

Wanda Barzee will walk out of prison after serving 15 years for Elizabeth Smart's abduction in 2002.

US senators urge Pompeo to press for release of Reuters journalists jailed in Myanmar

US senators urge Pompeo to press for release of Reuters journalists jailed in Myanmar

Republicans and Democrats unite in call for the Trump administration to do what it takes to set the imprisoned journos free.

Umno gesa Rina tonjol kebolehan diri sebelum pertikai Annuar

Umno gesa Rina tonjol kebolehan diri sebelum pertikai Annuar

Fokus beliau sepatutnya kepada masyarakat luar bandar yang majoritinya berpendapatan rendah, kata Pemuda Umno Kelantan.

What is really wrong with the Malays?

What is really wrong with the Malays?

LETTER | This is how the Malays can improve...

Najib: I've been gone four months, why ringgit still falling?

Najib: I've been gone four months, why ringgit still falling?

Former premier hopes Putrajaya will take his concerns seriously before ringgit situation becomes dire.

Daim: CEP members back at their jobs; Anwar’s MP seat to be named today

Daim: CEP members back at their jobs; Anwar’s MP seat to be named today

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

A masterpiece in danger of going up in smoke

A masterpiece in danger of going up in smoke

COMMENT | From antiquity to modern times, the pattern of irrational behaviour has been the bane of human existence.

Trump cites 'American defiance' in 9/11 tribute to victims

Trump cites 'American defiance' in 9/11 tribute to victims

He says the nation shared the grief of the family members whose loved ones were lost that day.

US concerned by China's Muslim crackdown, sanctions weighed

US concerned by China's Muslim crackdown, sanctions weighed

State Department confirms receiving a letter from US lawmakers calling for sanctions on China.

Brazil's jailed former leader Lula ends presidential bid

Brazil's jailed former leader Lula ends presidential bid

Lula steps aside to allow running mate Fernando Haddad to stand for the presidency.

Pakistan to allow jailed ex-PM Nawaz Sharif to attend wife's funeral

Pakistan to allow jailed ex-PM Nawaz Sharif to attend wife's funeral

His wife Kulsoom died in London and Sharif, daughter get 12-hour parole for the funeral.

Pan Borneo hadirkan masjid baru di Kg Wawasan Jaya

Pan Borneo hadirkan masjid baru di Kg Wawasan Jaya

Selepas surau Darul Falah di Kampung Wawasan Jaya yang dibina sejak 25 tahun lalu perlu dirobohkan.

Australia paper defends Serena Williams cartoon despite outrage

Australia paper defends Serena Williams cartoon despite outrage

It shows an angry Williams with exaggerated lips and tongue stomping on her tennis racket.

Backstreet Boys' singer Nick Carter will not be charged in sex case

Backstreet Boys' singer Nick Carter will not be charged in sex case

Los Angeles prosecutors say the statute of limitations for the 2003 case involving the former teen idol expired in 2013.

I was only joking on Selangor move, says Shahrel

I was only joking on Selangor move, says Shahrel

National striker Shahrel Fikri Md Fauzi says he’s not moving to Selangor next season.

Yoursay: Don’t blame BN-era rule for Muar signage controversy

Yoursay: Don’t blame BN-era rule for Muar signage controversy

YOURSAY | ‘The rule’s appropriateness is debatable, but discretion should be used...’

Lies, damned lies and fairy tales

Lies, damned lies and fairy tales

COMMENT | If you have to say something, let it be the truth and nothing but the truth.

Yoursay: Secret Umno-PAS 10-year love affair now out in the open

Yoursay: Secret Umno-PAS 10-year love affair now out in the open

YOURSAY | Many congratulations to the new couple.

Rockets fired towards airport in Libya's capital

Rockets fired towards airport in Libya's capital

Explosions could be heard near Matiga Airport, but it is not clear who is behind this.

Uyghur Muslims: Another rabbit hole we should cease burrowing into

Uyghur Muslims: Another rabbit hole we should cease burrowing into

COMMENT | We must not detract from the hard work of getting this country back on track!