Archive - 13 October 2018

Najib: Cops right not to probe report, I'm not involved in murders

Najib: Cops right not to probe report, I'm not involved in murders

Ex-PM refers to aide's police report on Lim Kit Siang's claims about several high-profile murders. 

Malay support for Harapan increases as Anwar returns to politics

Malay support for Harapan increases as Anwar returns to politics

ANALYSIS | Anwar receives more votes in seven Malay-majority districts, despite lower turnout in these areas.

Anwar: Dr M 'very proud' of my victory in Port Dickson

Anwar: Dr M 'very proud' of my victory in Port Dickson

UPDATED 11PM | PD POLLS | Newly elected MP says he called premier to inform him about the results.

Turkey obtains recordings of Saudi journalist's purported killing: paper

Turkey obtains recordings of Saudi journalist's purported killing: paper

The recording was made on his Apple Watch purportedly indicating he was tortured and killed.

Equanimity in good condition, says sales agent

Equanimity in good condition, says sales agent

Brokerage house Burgess says that the superyacht is being taken care of by professionals. 

Tallying votes

Tallying votes

An official tallies votes in the Port Dickson by-election, which saw Anwar Ibrahim capture the parliamentary seat with a commanding majority.

S'wak will not compromise on control over oil and gas, says CM

S'wak will not compromise on control over oil and gas, says CM

Abang Johari Abang Openg points to amended legislation which gives state 'full control' over O&G activities.

Official: Anwar wins PD by-election with bigger majority

Official: Anwar wins PD by-election with bigger majority

UPDATED 9.30PM | PD POLLS | Despite lower turnout, Anwar wins with a 23,560-vote majority.

Najib seeks public donations to assist him and 'silenced' gov't critics

Najib seeks public donations to assist him and 'silenced' gov't critics

Ex-PM seeks public donations to relieve financial pressures, via fund established by daughter and NGO.

Gov’t to beef up campaign to reduce use of plastic bags

Gov’t to beef up campaign to reduce use of plastic bags

Zuraida Kamaruddin says campaign will focus on educating public to change attitudes about plastic bag usage. 

Saudi minister condemns 'baseless' claims over missing journalist

Saudi minister condemns 'baseless' claims over missing journalist

Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud says reports about orders to kill Jamal Khashoggi are 'lies and baseless allegations'. 

Consider India's model for appointing judges

Consider India's model for appointing judges

LETTER | We need move away from this “your man and my man” attitude when it comes to appointing judges.

Voting ends for PD polls, follow Malaysiakini's live results

Voting ends for PD polls, follow Malaysiakini's live results

PD POLLS | For live updates on the by-election results, follow Malaysiakini's live page.

Kit Siang: Table CEP report as White Paper in Parliament

Kit Siang: Table CEP report as White Paper in Parliament

He points out that Daim has also recommended for the report to be made public.

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Isa Samad denies sponsoring 'Nasi Arab', says it was his supporters

Isa Samad denies sponsoring 'Nasi Arab', says it was his supporters

PD POLLS | He also points out that Pakatan Harapan provided free drinking water to voters.

DAP to have code of ethics for elected reps

DAP to have code of ethics for elected reps

Chow Kon Yeow says ethics code will serve as communication guideline for DAP MPs and state reps.

IGP: Cops will probe Najib aide's report as per usual

IGP: Cops will probe Najib aide's report as per usual

He says this is the normal process.

IMF members pledge to avoid using currencies as trade weapon

IMF members pledge to avoid using currencies as trade weapon

This comes as escalating trade frictions and higher borrowing costs threaten to knock global growth.

Heeding China's call, Hong Kong tightens grip on dissent

Heeding China's call, Hong Kong tightens grip on dissent

Hong Kong officials are cracking down on perceived national security threats, including denying journalists work visas. 

Kedah gov't denies viral message about Mukhriz

Kedah gov't denies viral message about Mukhriz

Exco denies that Kedah MB will take up Muhyiddin Yassin's cabinet post as home minister.

Voters treated to free meal of 'Nasi Arab Damsyik'

Voters treated to free meal of 'Nasi Arab Damsyik'

PD POLLS | Negeri Sembilan's favourite food was served near a polling station.

Zika virus outbreak cases in India reach 50

Zika virus outbreak cases in India reach 50

This is the third outbreak since January 2017.

Police not sabotaging hunt for Jho Low, says IGP

Police not sabotaging hunt for Jho Low, says IGP

Mohamad Fuzi Harun adds that the cops are also looking for him.

EC hits out at quarters still questioning Anwar's eligibility

EC hits out at quarters still questioning Anwar's eligibility

PD POLLS | If they are not satisfied, go to the court, says its chief.

Guan Eng claims BN gov't blew billions monthly in run-up to GE14

Guan Eng claims BN gov't blew billions monthly in run-up to GE14

Finance minister says that claim that BN left Harapan with billions is 'unfortunately not true'.

Cops will not investigate Najib's aide's report

Cops will not investigate Najib's aide's report

Sentul police chief says it is a civil matter and will be referred to the magistrate for further action.

Black school shoes by 2021, says education ministry

Black school shoes by 2021, says education ministry

The regulation would be enforced in stages beginning next year, it adds.

Blue Taxi cries foul over Grab talks, wants Loke, Pua's heads to roll

Blue Taxi cries foul over Grab talks, wants Loke, Pua's heads to roll

UPDATED 4.46PM | It's upset that other e-hailing providers are not being considered by the government.

Loke denies 'Russian spies' behind his remarks on MH17 probe findings

Loke denies 'Russian spies' behind his remarks on MH17 probe findings

A London-based website is investigating if the Malaysian delegation was compromised.

Five ministers head recipients list for Malacca state awards

Five ministers head recipients list for Malacca state awards

This is in conjunction with the Yang diPertua Negeri of Malacca’s 80th birthday.

Who was the mastermind behind Altantuya's murder?

Who was the mastermind behind Altantuya's murder?

COMMENT | Why didn't the Federal Court judges raise the question that both Sirul and Azilah had no motive to murder her?

Doctor's advice - Don't follow Dr M, he's not always right

Doctor's advice - Don't follow Dr M, he's not always right

'He asks people to play sports but he doesn't play sports.'

Who is serving 'capati' promises now? Najib recalls old jibe

Who is serving 'capati' promises now? Najib recalls old jibe

He claims Pakatan Harapan manifesto was penned with the aim of duping the people.

EC nixes PAS, Harapan vote-fishing outside polling station

EC nixes PAS, Harapan vote-fishing outside polling station

UPDATED 12.10PM | PD POLLS | Elections Offences Act prohibits vote-seeking on polling day and the display of party logos within 50m of any polling station.

Saudi team arrives in Turkey for Khashoggi investigation

Saudi team arrives in Turkey for Khashoggi investigation

They are part of a joint investigation into the disappearance of prominent Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.

Jin Wei secures first gold for M’sia in Youth Olympic Games

Jin Wei secures first gold for M’sia in Youth Olympic Games

The third seed player pulled off a surprise by edging the second seed, Wang Zhiy of China.

Facebook says attackers stole details from 29m users

Facebook says attackers stole details from 29m users

Hackers stole digital lockin codes which allow them to take over the accounts.

Parliament, too, should keep hands off the judiciary

Parliament, too, should keep hands off the judiciary

The announcement by the PM indicating a proposal that the prime minister would no longer...

We get the media we deserve

We get the media we deserve

COMMENT | Readers and journalists need to work together to uncover the whole truth.

The Harapan manifesto is worthless

The Harapan manifesto is worthless

COMMENT | Especially if the coalition is never expected to fulfil those promises to begin with.

Syed Saddiq: M'sia hits Asian Para Games target with 15-gold haul

Syed Saddiq: M'sia hits Asian Para Games target with 15-gold haul

The youth and sports minister says the para-athlete's success shows sport is for all Malaysians.

Eyes on PD's Malays vote; Najib's aide wants probe on Kit Siang

Eyes on PD's Malays vote; Najib's aide wants probe on Kit Siang

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

Yoursay: More statesman-like for Anwar had he skipped dinner event

Yoursay: More statesman-like for Anwar had he skipped dinner event

YOURSAY | 'It is a shame he chose to go for broke rather than to display true leadership.'

Final PD voter turnout is at 58.3 percent - EC

Final PD voter turnout is at 58.3 percent - EC

PD POLLS | After 14 days of intense campaigning, it's finally polling day at Port Dickson.