Archive - 30 September 2018

Unofficial: Azmin maintains slim lead over Rafizi

Unofficial: Azmin maintains slim lead over Rafizi

PKR POLLS | The Johor leg of the PKR elections proceeded without the drama seen in Kedah.  

KL PWTC project may be renegotiated or sold, says Zahid

KL PWTC project may be renegotiated or sold, says Zahid

UMNO AGM | The party is exploring the options in the development of the project, says president.

KJ criticises because he loves Umno, says Bung

KJ criticises because he loves Umno, says Bung

UMNO AGM | He says Khairy has every right to do so as long as his criticism doesn't divide the party.

Najib lets tears flow as Umno assembly closes

Najib lets tears flow as Umno assembly closes

UPDATED 9PM | UMNO AGM | In a Facebook post later, Najib apologises for losing his composure.

Unity government? Issue closed, says Zahid

Unity government? Issue closed, says Zahid

UPDATED 9.35PM | UMNO AGM | Umno will focus on becoming part of a strong opposition, he adds.

Positive sentiments of Anwar among PD voters, says Fahmi

Positive sentiments of Anwar among PD voters, says Fahmi

PD POLLS | He says this is based on an initial research conducted by PKR.

Don't back me into a corner - Zahid warns critics, 'traitors'

Don't back me into a corner - Zahid warns critics, 'traitors'

UPDATED 8.50PM | UMNO AGM | 'When I am pushed to the wall, my openness has its limits.'

More needed to be done to curb party hopping

More needed to be done to curb party hopping

Political analysts say legal action will not be easy as there are no legal provisions on the matter.

Dr M briefed on future of carmaker Lotus in London

Dr M briefed on future of carmaker Lotus in London

PM given early look of new Lotus model by Lotus CEO and Geely vice-president Feng Qingfeng.

Mat Hasan: Don't dream of a bridal gift asking us to join gov't

Mat Hasan: Don't dream of a bridal gift asking us to join gov't

UPDATED 7.50PM | UMNO AGM | BN's defeat on May 9 doesn't mean it can't rise again, says Umno No 2. 

Umno denies censoring delegates' debates at AGM

Umno denies censoring delegates' debates at AGM

UMNO AGM | Info chief says the delayed broadcast at the media centre ensures a more orderly spread of information.

Anwar, MB deny gov't machinery involved in aid distribution event

Anwar, MB deny gov't machinery involved in aid distribution event

PD POLLS | Aid recipients are told to attend the event, which allegedly coincided with Anwar's attendance.  

Wanita Umno member turns heads at AGM with 'MACC lockup' T-shirt

Wanita Umno member turns heads at AGM with 'MACC lockup' T-shirt

UMNO AGM | Masurana Samian wears the shirt in protest against the arrest of Azeez Abdul Rahim.

'Umno is Nokia, Harapan is Samsung, and Dr M is Apple'

'Umno is Nokia, Harapan is Samsung, and Dr M is Apple'

UMNO AGM | Delegate also likens Umno Youth to power banks, in that they are only trotted out when needed.

Independent body on foreign workers starts work in two weeks

Independent body on foreign workers starts work in two weeks

Minister M Kulasegaran says it will be headed by former Court of Appeal judge and G25  spokesperson.  

Death toll from Sulawesi quake, tsunami rises to 832

Death toll from Sulawesi quake, tsunami rises to 832

Indonesia's Vice President Jusuf Kalla says the toll could rise to thousands.

Labour climate in Malaysia set to improve

Labour climate in Malaysia set to improve

COMMENT | TVET restructuring and amendments to a host of labour laws are in the works.

After RPK's 'turban' jibe, Gobind wants hate speech laws

After RPK's 'turban' jibe, Gobind wants hate speech laws

UPDATED 8.35PM | These laws must also focus on more effective extra-territorial reach, says minister.

Ex-Jasa director slams Umno leaders who criticise Zahid's direction

Ex-Jasa director slams Umno leaders who criticise Zahid's direction

UMNO AGM | Tun Faisal blames those absent from the party's retreats for being in the dark.

MOF, Customs to open SST info counters next month

MOF, Customs to open SST info counters next month

Two Finance Ministry officers will be stationed at the counters to address complaints, says Guan Eng. 

Malays will believe Najib as long as he walks free - ex-minister

Malays will believe Najib as long as he walks free - ex-minister

UPDATED 6.25Pm | UMNO AGM | This, he says, was why Najib received a standing ovation last night. 

KJ only critical of Zahid because his mind is closed - Umno leader

KJ only critical of Zahid because his mind is closed - Umno leader

UPDATED 4.15PM | UMNO AGM | 'He isn't happy, and I don't know for what reason,' Tajuddin says of the ex-Youth chief.

'Fair weather friend' Michelle Yeoh far worse than Najib diehards - Zunar

'Fair weather friend' Michelle Yeoh far worse than Najib diehards - Zunar

The cartoonist says Ellie Suriati is '1,000 times better' for standing by the fallen ex-PM.

Nothing wrong with a few warlords in Umno, says Mat Hasan

Nothing wrong with a few warlords in Umno, says Mat Hasan

UMNO AGM | They get a bad rap, Umno deputy says, but some are kind and take care of the people. 

Syed Zaid Albar appointed to chair Securities Commission

Syed Zaid Albar appointed to chair Securities Commission

The appointment of the former Bursa Malaysia executive will come into effect on Oct 15.

'We share the stage' - Pandikar sees silver lining to Umno in opposition

'We share the stage' - Pandikar sees silver lining to Umno in opposition

UMNO AGM | Ex-Dewan Rakyat speaker says sideline politicians like him can contribute towards Umno.

Utusan Malaysia staff salaries delayed again

Utusan Malaysia staff salaries delayed again

Employees' wages for September are only expected by the first week of October. 

PM arrives in London on second leg of UK visit

PM arrives in London on second leg of UK visit

He will deliver a talk on Asian democracy, and is expected to attend a briefing on police and public sector reforms in UK.

Hadi: PAS will campaign without Umno's help

Hadi: PAS will campaign without Umno's help

LIVE | PD POLLS DAY 2 | 'But when it comes to voting... we hope they will vote for us,' says PAS president.

Johor PKR holds polls today

Johor PKR holds polls today

A total of 38,684 members are eligible to vote in the party polls.

Sabah Pan Borneo highway project under review for restructuring

Sabah Pan Borneo highway project under review for restructuring

The coordinator Syarikat Borneo Highway will also be replaced by the PWD, says the state gov’t.

Umno has moral obligation to take action against defectors - Najib

Umno has moral obligation to take action against defectors - Najib

UMNO AGM | Leaders point out, however, that Zahid's plan to sue might present a legal challenge. 

Musk to resign as Tesla chair, remain as CEO in SEC settlement

Musk to resign as Tesla chair, remain as CEO in SEC settlement

He has to step down as chair in 45 days, and will be barred from reelection to the post for three years.

What's new in Mahathir's UN speech?

What's new in Mahathir's UN speech?

COMMENT | He sang from the old hymn sheet, but it worked because the world has not changed.

In defence of Mat Sabu’s ‘18-wheeler’ diplomacy

In defence of Mat Sabu’s ‘18-wheeler’ diplomacy

COMMENT | His critics say he has been sleeping on the job, but the minister is working hard to keep M’sia safe.

Najib all praise for Zahid's maiden AGM presidential speech

Najib all praise for Zahid's maiden AGM presidential speech

UMNO AGM | Ex-Umno president hopes the speech inspires members to continue the party's struggle.

PAS deputy says open to unity gov’t, but is in no rush

PAS deputy says open to unity gov’t, but is in no rush

Tuan Ibrahim says his party has not heard anything about it from Harapan.

After Zahid's speech, KJ says Umno still directionless

After Zahid's speech, KJ says Umno still directionless

UMNO AGM | The Rembau MP tells Zahid to be clear as to which way he is leading the party.

Yoursay: Only visible change in Umno is they're now the opposition

Yoursay: Only visible change in Umno is they're now the opposition

YOURSAY | 'Their campaign focus is always on outdated, extremist racial and religious bigotry.'

Making games Malaysians can be proud of

Making games Malaysians can be proud of

MALAYSIANSKINI | Wan Hazmer and Daim Dziauddin tap into local culture and talent to create original video games.

Seven-way battle in PD; MCA booed; Zahid doubles down on 'conservative' Umno

Seven-way battle in PD; MCA booed; Zahid doubles down on 'conservative' Umno

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

DPM calls on M'sians to fight 'social disasters' together

DPM calls on M'sians to fight 'social disasters' together

These include cases of child marriage, which Wan Azizah likens to paedophilia.