Archive - 22 November 2018

Tajuddin: I had long doubted 1MDB, Jho Low

Tajuddin: I had long doubted 1MDB, Jho Low

The Pasir Salak MP claims he had asked former PM Najib to act against 1MDB's management.
A tribute to Hospis Malaysia, and a plea

A tribute to Hospis Malaysia, and a plea

LETTER | They were there at a time when we needed assistance the most.
Ex-Goldman CEO had met Jho Low in 2012 - report

Ex-Goldman CEO had met Jho Low in 2012 - report

This amid the bank's argument that its involvement in the 1MDB scandal was the doing of rogue employees.
My foot - deputy speaker's reaction to Parliament reflexology centre idea

My foot - deputy speaker's reaction to Parliament reflexology centre idea

The suggestion has rubbed the Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker the wrong way.

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Deputy minister 'shocked' by Scomi workers' no-pay complaint

Deputy minister 'shocked' by Scomi workers' no-pay complaint

The employees are complaining that Scomi Engineering Bhd has not paid them for six months.
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Bumiputera have nothing to fear from Icerd

Bumiputera have nothing to fear from Icerd

COMMENT | Everyone is to be treated according to their respective constitutional guarantees.
Saifuddin: Repatriation plan for Rohingyas must include citizenship guarantees

Saifuddin: Repatriation plan for Rohingyas must include citizenship guarantees

The foreign minister says those returning should never again be subjected to the threat of persecution and violence. 

Umno MP wants Parliament smoking room converted to reflexology centre

Umno MP wants Parliament smoking room converted to reflexology centre

Abdul Azeez adds that the blind reflexologists be hired to staff the centre.
Parents’ group: Swimming lessons for kids a good idea, but let parents handle it

Parents’ group: Swimming lessons for kids a good idea, but let parents handle it

Education Minister 'cannot save the world' with his hotel pool suggestion, says the group chair.
NGO head: 'Cruel' Umno leader forced Najib to quit as president

NGO head: 'Cruel' Umno leader forced Najib to quit as president

He wants Najib back as No 1 and Zahid's name is not on the list of names of those suggested for other top posts.

Icerd: Taking a stand against racism but supporting affirmative action

Icerd: Taking a stand against racism but supporting affirmative action

COMMENT | Under Icerd, social inclusion is a valid justification for the continuation of special measures.

Umno PAC member's remark on GST refunds rebutted by fellow members

Umno PAC member's remark on GST refunds rebutted by fellow members

Ahmad Hamzah's statement that the RM19.4b is still in the consolidated account misleads Parliament, say two DAP members.
MIC views Rantau as yardstick for Indian support, predicts BN win

MIC views Rantau as yardstick for Indian support, predicts BN win

Party information chief says Malaysians are tired of Pakatan Harapan leaders.

Give him a chance – PM on minister's 'all Indian' officers

Give him a chance – PM on minister's 'all Indian' officers

UPDATED 7:20PM | Mahathir says Waythamoorthy must have appointed those from his circle.

Gov't must consider people's concerns about NSC Act repeal - Dr M

Gov't must consider people's concerns about NSC Act repeal - Dr M

'Some people feel...a lot of gangsters and criminals will have free time to do what they like.'

We all have a past – Dr M defends Waythamoorthy

We all have a past – Dr M defends Waythamoorthy

UPDATED 6.25PM | Now that he's in the gov't, Waytha no longer holds to what he said 11 years ago, says PM.

Poser over Cecil Rajendra's exclusion from George Town Literary Festival

Poser over Cecil Rajendra's exclusion from George Town Literary Festival

UPDATED 6.27PM | His publisher says it's 'difficult to understand' why he's sidelined from the event on his doorstep.
Racial issues only a problem among politicians, says Tajuddin

Racial issues only a problem among politicians, says Tajuddin

PARLIAMENT | Both sides of the political divide are guilty of using it to their advantage, the Pasir Salak MP says.
AGC displaying ‘BN-era attitude’ in bid to increase Tian Chua’s sedition sentence – lawyer

AGC displaying ‘BN-era attitude’ in bid to increase Tian Chua’s sedition sentence – lawyer

Tian Chua’s lawyer says this is contrary to the gov't's promise to abolish the Sedition Act.
New posts in S'pore ruling party seen as strong hint on next PM

New posts in S'pore ruling party seen as strong hint on next PM

Local dailies predict the finance minister as the frontrunner.

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Police to call in Waytha over controversial video

Police to call in Waytha over controversial video

Deputy IGP says the minister will have to explain more on the allegations and its basis.

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Johor sultan appoints Tunku Iskandar as raja muda of state

Johor sultan appoints Tunku Iskandar as raja muda of state

The sultan’s one-year-old grandson is now the second heir to the throne.

Tourism minister blows his top over graft claim

Tourism minister blows his top over graft claim

Mohamaddin Ketapi says no Harapan minister will be stupid enough to allow the shenanigans being rumoured.
I am no threat to anyone in Umno - Najib

I am no threat to anyone in Umno - Najib

UPDATED 4:58PM | The former party president says he is only helping Zahid Hamidi to strengthen the party.
UKM’s decision appears to snub Maszlee, retain bad habits of previous gov’t

UKM’s decision appears to snub Maszlee, retain bad habits of previous gov’t

LETTER | There needs to be an overhaul of leadership in public universities

Najib: I have always communicated with Anwar

Najib: I have always communicated with Anwar

Ex-PM says he also contacted the PKR leader on the night of May 9, after BN was defeated in the polls.

Hadi terms Icerd as 'Freemason' agenda

Hadi terms Icerd as 'Freemason' agenda

It's an agenda intended to destroy the religion, race and country, adds PAS president.

Endless attacks on MIC chief indicate nothing more than failed ploy

Endless attacks on MIC chief indicate nothing more than failed ploy

LETTER | Transport Minister Anthony Loke and writer Mariam Mokhtar are only willing to show one side of the story.

Guan Eng demands apology from G3, threatens legal action

Guan Eng demands apology from G3, threatens legal action

UPDATED 6:44PM | G3's Azwanddin Hamzah accuses DAP of misappropriating funds meant for Malay students.
Kula: Youths unwilling to work '3D' jobs because of low wages

Kula: Youths unwilling to work '3D' jobs because of low wages

PARLIAMENT | Human resources minister says more youths willing to work in dirty, dangerous, difficult jobs overseas due to higher wages. 

Fall of BN started from time of Pak Lah – Puad to '4th floor' KJ

Fall of BN started from time of Pak Lah – Puad to '4th floor' KJ

UPDATED 2.03PM | Tales of the all-powerful advisors served as fodder to topple Pak Lah, says Umno man.

Yes, Jho Low may have cheated us, says Najib

Yes, Jho Low may have cheated us, says Najib

UPDATED 2.25PM | The ex-PM also claims to be in the dark about the misappropriation of 1MDB funds.

Warring DPMM factions oust each other in EGM, AGM

Warring DPMM factions oust each other in EGM, AGM

UPDATED 8.14PM | It is yet to be ascertained which of the meetings would be recognised by the Registrar of Societies (ROS).

'I woke up gay': M'sian LGBT band uses music to fight bias

'I woke up gay': M'sian LGBT band uses music to fight bias

FEATURE | Punk band Shh...Diam! is a rarity where gay and transgender issues are often seen as taboo.

Executive to try resolving 'bin Abdullah' case, as apex court grants adjournment

Executive to try resolving 'bin Abdullah' case, as apex court grants adjournment

UPDATED 2.50PM | Federal counsel applies for adjournment as executive branch wants to consult a wide range of stakeholders
Hotel association sinks Maszlee's swimming pool idea

Hotel association sinks Maszlee's swimming pool idea

It cites safety and accessibility issues that make the idea impractical. 

Defence Ministry saved RM36m by opting out of 'Desert Eagle' exercise

Defence Ministry saved RM36m by opting out of 'Desert Eagle' exercise

Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu says Malaysia will only send troops abroad if requested by the United Nations.

Targeted fuel subsidies will be rolled out in stages - minister

Targeted fuel subsidies will be rolled out in stages - minister

Saifuddin Nasution adds that there may be a 'trial run' to prepare the public.

High Court strikes out PD voter's suit against Anwar

High Court strikes out PD voter's suit against Anwar

UPDATED 1.42PM | Justice Azizah Nawawi allows the challenge to be struck out due to Noraziah Mohd Shariff's absence.

Beijing’s ‘social credit system’ branded ‘Orwellian’ by critics

Beijing’s ‘social credit system’ branded ‘Orwellian’ by critics

The Chinese capital will create a system of "personal trustworthiness points" for residents and companies.
Modi's backers step up holy site dispute as Indian election looms

Modi's backers step up holy site dispute as Indian election looms

‘This is the biggest build-up in favour of a temple since the mosque was destroyed.’
Taking a broad look at the sizzling hot Icerd issue

Taking a broad look at the sizzling hot Icerd issue

COMMENT | Peace-loving Malaysians, avoid being dragged left, right and centre along parochial racial sentiments on Icerd.

American missionary killed by pre-Neolithic tribe on Indian island

American missionary killed by pre-Neolithic tribe on Indian island

He is killed and buried by a tribe of hunter-gatherers on a remote island in the Indian Ocean.

Exco to set clear signboard policy, says Selangor MB

Exco to set clear signboard policy, says Selangor MB

Signboard policy state decided in 2017 did not get approval from Dewan Bahasa, says Amirudin Shari.

IPIC files lawsuit against Goldman Sachs, others over 1MDB case

IPIC files lawsuit against Goldman Sachs, others over 1MDB case

Goldman spokesperson says the US investment bank fully expects to contest the claim vigorously.

 
Ummah: Permit or no permit, anti-Icerd rally will go on

Ummah: Permit or no permit, anti-Icerd rally will go on

Coalition of Malay-Muslim NGOs pledges to gather 500,000 people at the rally on Dec 8.
Vape, shisha to be included in cigarette ban

Vape, shisha to be included in cigarette ban

Under the no smoking rule for all food premises that will be enforced next year, says health minister.

Solving the race problem

Solving the race problem

COMMENT | At our core, we Malaysians detest aggression and animosity.

PPE and everything under the sun

PPE and everything under the sun

COMMENT | The key to the brilliance of PPE is the emergence of a class of leaders which can understand the world.

Can M'sia take criminal action against Goldman Sachs?

Can M'sia take criminal action against Goldman Sachs?

QUESTION TIME | It could claim as much as over RM13 billion in civil actions.

Yoursay: Polls marred by irregularities a wake-up call for PKR

Yoursay: Polls marred by irregularities a wake-up call for PKR

YOURSAY | ‘Azmin’s rival in the party election was not Rafizi, but Anwar.’
Yoursay: Accept beer promoter bully’s apology, and move on

Yoursay: Accept beer promoter bully’s apology, and move on

YOURSAY | ‘Punishing him will give bigots chance to continue fomenting racial or religious tensions.’

Why Imran Khan is good for M'sia and Pakistan

Why Imran Khan is good for M'sia and Pakistan

COMMENT | The Pakistani prime minister is coming at the right time and is meeting the right person.

Harapan to hold fundraiser on Dec 9, tables from RM2k onwards

Harapan to hold fundraiser on Dec 9, tables from RM2k onwards

The dinner at PICC will be attended by the coalition's top leadership, says president Dr Wan Azizah.

Icerd debate rages on; beer promoter's harasser loses job

Icerd debate rages on; beer promoter's harasser loses job

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