Archive - 1 December 2018

Special payment for civil servants to be disbursed on Dec 18

Special payment for civil servants to be disbursed on Dec 18

RM500 for civil servants and RM250 for gov't pensioners to be issued then, says Public Service Dept.

Assault on firefighter first ever in Fire Dept’s history, says ex-DG

Assault on firefighter first ever in Fire Dept’s history, says ex-DG

Soh Chai Hock says such incidents had never happened during his 36-year tenure.

Change in Sarawak gov't possible, Dr M says at state Bersatu launch

Change in Sarawak gov't possible, Dr M says at state Bersatu launch

UPDATED 11.17PM | 'God willing, when Sarawak has its state election, we can change the gov't,' says Bersatu president.

Will DAP Youth choose the idealistic or pragmatic path?

Will DAP Youth choose the idealistic or pragmatic path?

Two teams with different ideological positions are vying for the DAP Youth wing leadership.

Kit Siang rebukes MCA for swipe at Guan Eng, 'politics of lies'

Kit Siang rebukes MCA for swipe at Guan Eng, 'politics of lies'

DAP veteran incensed by MCA deputy president's claim that Lim father-and-son team have sold out the Chinese.

52 dropped 'unexpectedly' from top civil servant course, four out of jobs

52 dropped 'unexpectedly' from top civil servant course, four out of jobs

UPDATED 11.27PM | Over half of enrollees told to leave PTD course after requirements for passing grade are changed. 

Cool heads must prevail over riots, says Anwar

Cool heads must prevail over riots, says Anwar

PKR president says wisdom of leaders at all levels needed to solve issue surrounding Seafield temple.

Six more detained in connection to temple riots

Six more detained in connection to temple riots

As such, 48 people have been arrested so far over the incidents at Sri Maha Mariamman Temple.

Suhakam commissioner: Why can M'sia fight discrimination elsewhere but not at home?

Suhakam commissioner: Why can M'sia fight discrimination elsewhere but not at home?

Jerald Joseph points to country's defence of Palestinians and Rohingyas, contrasts it with local objections to Icerd. 

EC chief vows to be as fast as Malaysiakini with election results

EC chief vows to be as fast as Malaysiakini with election results

UPDATED 7.35PM | Azhar Harun says the EC will release unverified data as soon as they are received, just like M'kini.

Kit Siang: DAP can only decide on Cameron candidacy once judicial process ends

Kit Siang: DAP can only decide on Cameron candidacy once judicial process ends

DAP must wait for possible appeal before deciding whether to contest Cameron Highlands re-election, says party veteran.  

Mujahid vows action if allegations against ex-Tabung Haji officials true

Mujahid vows action if allegations against ex-Tabung Haji officials true

This follows a police report lodged by the fund yesterday alleging financial mismanagement by its former management.
India gov’t supports M’sia in addressing temple riots - Wisma Putra

India gov’t supports M’sia in addressing temple riots - Wisma Putra

Foreign Ministry adds that Indian right-wing party's statement on riots is 'malicious' and aims to tarnish bilateral relations. 

Home Minister warns against racial incitement at Perkasa rally tomorrow

Home Minister warns against racial incitement at Perkasa rally tomorrow

Action will be taken against those who break the law, he says.
Introduce price controls for e-hailing services

Introduce price controls for e-hailing services

LETTER | A regulated and fair marketplace gives all segments equal growth opportunity.

FGV to make changes after 'forced labour, trafficking' claims

FGV to make changes after 'forced labour, trafficking' claims

This comes after a world body accused it the company 'unethical' labour practices.
No gov’t investment in third national car project - Guan Eng

No gov’t investment in third national car project - Guan Eng

Finance minister says project needs private sector's involvement as it involves huge capital outlay.

'Malaysia Baru'? What a joke

'Malaysia Baru'? What a joke

LETTER | In a system that excludes the non-Malays from benefits, it is not a surprise that the non-Malays have since responded with a tit-for-tat.

Goodbye Malay Mail, our oldest newspaper

Goodbye Malay Mail, our oldest newspaper

COMMENT | The paper has reached the end of a very long and historical journey.

Lim: Gov't needs 3 years to bring economy back on track

Lim: Gov't needs 3 years to bring economy back on track

'We have a long way to go, but we're on the right track,' says finance minister.

Mohd Isa, ex-CEO named in second FGV multi-million ringgit suit

Mohd Isa, ex-CEO named in second FGV multi-million ringgit suit

The palm oil giant says it pertains to the purchase of luxury condominiums allegedly above market prices, among others.
Dissolve BN, let MCA seek new partners: MCA Youth

Dissolve BN, let MCA seek new partners: MCA Youth

UPDATED 5.06PM | MCA AGM | However, youth head Nicole Wong remains non-committal on whether it would join up with Umno and PAS.

BFM investigating sexual harassment allegations at station

BFM investigating sexual harassment allegations at station

It is claimed hat management was aware of the allegations, but did not take action. 

Former US president George HW Bush dies

Former US president George HW Bush dies

41st president's death comes seven months after that of his wife, Barbara, to whom he was married for 73 years.
Attempt to influence DOJ 1MDB probe - Jho Low-linked US$73m seized

Attempt to influence DOJ 1MDB probe - Jho Low-linked US$73m seized

Ex-DOJ worker among those implicated in Low's lobby campaign against the investigation.

Gov't subsidy for stage buses to be made more efficient: minister

Gov't subsidy for stage buses to be made more efficient: minister

UPDATED 6.56PM | The aim is to make the subsidy more efficient in terms of having a wider route networks coverage, he says.
MCA to decide on its position in BN tomorrow, says Mah

MCA to decide on its position in BN tomorrow, says Mah

MCA AGM | This is the choice MCA and its members will have to make for the future, he says.

Seafield temple: Indian community appreciates PDRM's professionalism

Seafield temple: Indian community appreciates PDRM's professionalism

LETTER | The police force has exhibited the highest level of professionalism in handling the issue.
DAP stakes claim on Cameron Highlands seat

DAP stakes claim on Cameron Highlands seat

Guan Eng says GE14 candidate will mobilise election machinery in the case of a by-election.

Don't tell me its president will join DAP - Loke ribs MCA on sole MP

Don't tell me its president will join DAP - Loke ribs MCA on sole MP

UPDATED 5.56PM | He jokes when asked about fellow Pakatan Harapan component party Bersatu receiving several Umno MPs into its party.

We'll come up with better ideas than finance minister: MCA Youth

We'll come up with better ideas than finance minister: MCA Youth

UPDATED 4.56PM | MCA AGM | Nicole Wong says this will allow the people to make their fortunes, thus making MCA the party of choice again.

Adopt cashless payment model to stop corruption: Dr M

Adopt cashless payment model to stop corruption: Dr M

UPDATED 5.20PM | He points out that such a system would have all transactions recorded, making it difficult for the corrupt.

Putrajaya can't provide everything for free, says Mahathir

Putrajaya can't provide everything for free, says Mahathir

UPDATED 2.48PM | Rakyat will ultimately be using their own money if gov't were to cover living costs, PM points out.

Thai cops on the hunt for 129 suspected criminals hiding in M'sia

Thai cops on the hunt for 129 suspected criminals hiding in M'sia

Suspects believed to have fled Thailand after getting wind they were being pursued.

Alaska rocked by 7.0-magnitude earthquake

Alaska rocked by 7.0-magnitude earthquake

The epicentre of the quake was located 2,149km northwest of Vancouver.

Sultan Nazrin reminds leaders not to stir racial, religious conflict

Sultan Nazrin reminds leaders not to stir racial, religious conflict

Deputy Agong expresses sadness that national harmony being jeopardised due to politics.

MCA Youth chief to members: Prepare to take to the streets

MCA Youth chief to members: Prepare to take to the streets

UPDATED 4.31PM | At Youth AGM, Nicole Wong also says the party must decide whether to quit BN.

Amanah to use convention as 'postmortem' for its cabinet members

Amanah to use convention as 'postmortem' for its cabinet members

Sec-gen says that ministers, deputy ministers will be fielded questions by party members.

Durian exports to China set to spike next year, predicts Sim

Durian exports to China set to spike next year, predicts Sim

Deputy agriculture minister expects triple-digit exports with signing of trade protocol.

Police battle 'yellow vest' protesters on streets of Brussels

Police battle 'yellow vest' protesters on streets of Brussels

Anti-tax protesters inspired by French 'gilets jaunes' hit with water cannons and tear gas.

Sri Lanka president weighs backing down in parliamentary crisis

Sri Lanka president weighs backing down in parliamentary crisis

Sirisena considering dropping attempt to dissolve parliament to preempt court verdict.

Police search offices of Deutsche Bank board members

Police search offices of Deutsche Bank board members

It is part of investigations into money laundering allegations linked to the Panama Papers leak.

Too young to vote, children strike, protest and sue for climate action

Too young to vote, children strike, protest and sue for climate action

Children around the world demand more action ahead of UN summit in Poland.

Protectionism slammed as US-China spat overshadows G20 talks

Protectionism slammed as US-China spat overshadows G20 talks

WTO spirit run counter to protectionist measures, say Xi Jinping and BRICS leaders.

Riots and racial bias - A reply

Riots and racial bias - A reply

COMMENT | Blaming the 'racial lens' is a convenient distraction from institutional racism.

Ex-US DOJ worker pleads guilty in 1MDB-linked scandal

Ex-US DOJ worker pleads guilty in 1MDB-linked scandal

George Higginbotham admits to making false statements over the transfer of foreign lobbying funds.

Another UK minister quits in protest at May's Brexit deal

Another UK minister quits in protest at May's Brexit deal

Sam Gyimah becomes sixth to resign from the British prime minister's cabinet. 

Were the Seafield temple riots about race?

Were the Seafield temple riots about race?

COMMENT | Was race more an issue in the incident or in its aftermath?

After four decades, Kit Siang to speak in UM again

After four decades, Kit Siang to speak in UM again

DAP leader listed as keynote speaker for the launch of the book '509: The People Have Spoken'.

PM: Economy doing well because M'sia is 'very stable'

PM: Economy doing well because M'sia is 'very stable'

Mahathir responds to Bloomberg placing the country at the top of its emerging markets list.

Terima kasih, Malaysiakini!

Terima kasih, Malaysiakini!

COMMENT | As age catches on, I end writing for this courageous news portal and look towards more dire directions...

Yoursay: We need judges who are competent, not just senior

Yoursay: We need judges who are competent, not just senior

YOURSAY | ‘Why promote dead wood simply based on seniority?’ 

More arrests over riots; yet another by-election?

More arrests over riots; yet another by-election?

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

PM believes Waytha and Maszlee are trying their best

PM believes Waytha and Maszlee are trying their best

Dr M says he’s spoken with both of them and is satisfied.