Archive - 23 December 2018

Tian Chua's aide and new Batu MP at loggerheads

Tian Chua's aide and new Batu MP at loggerheads

After Rozan Azen announces his resignation, Prakabaran claims he had never appointed him as secretary. 

Sunda Straits tsunami death toll reaches 222

Sunda Straits tsunami death toll reaches 222

Statistics also show that 843 people are injured, while 28 others still missing.

4,888 students from B40 group gain admission into residential schools

4,888 students from B40 group gain admission into residential schools

'It was an increase of 15.34 percent compared to this year’s intake,' says Education Ministry.
T'ganu PAS urged to declare assets amid claims of MP occupying 4 GLC positions

T'ganu PAS urged to declare assets amid claims of MP occupying 4 GLC positions

State Amanah Youth says it will allow the people to monitor if any individuals take advantage of their power.

2,000 Sabahans in peninsula join Bersatu in support of Dr M

2,000 Sabahans in peninsula join Bersatu in support of Dr M

PM's political sec says these Sabahans are prepared to help Mahathir strengthen the country’s economy.

Siti Hasmah dedicates violin performance to Adib

Siti Hasmah dedicates violin performance to Adib

She plays three songs, marking the day that the late firefighter was supposed to have gotten married.

PKR leader: Ramkarpal's comparison of temple riots to Suzuki Cup an insult

PKR leader: Ramkarpal's comparison of temple riots to Suzuki Cup an insult

Afif says this after the DAP MP asked if Syed Saddiq should quit after Malaysia's defeat in the cup final.

Meet with Indonesia, Colombia scheduled over France anti-palm oil vote

Meet with Indonesia, Colombia scheduled over France anti-palm oil vote

Teresa Kok says the French National Assembly decision poses a challenge to the industry.

Agriculture Ministry tightens controls on chilli import

Agriculture Ministry tightens controls on chilli import

Salahuddin also says that the import of Vietnamese red chilli has been suspended since September. 

DAP Youth leader wants Harapan debate on claims against Waytha

DAP Youth leader wants Harapan debate on claims against Waytha

Satees Muniandy says an internal debate would allay 'misperceptions' that could lead to disharmony.

Khaled glad 'virus' being transferred from Umno to Bersatu

Khaled glad 'virus' being transferred from Umno to Bersatu

Umno veep says these 'manipulative and experienced' MPs will only cause Bersatu sleepless nights.

Kit Siang: Dr M's school reforms will be one of our greatest challenges

Kit Siang: Dr M's school reforms will be one of our greatest challenges

DAP supremo also calls for all Malaysians to throw their support behind the PM's plan.

Zahid's portrait at Umno HQ taken down at his own request - source

Zahid's portrait at Umno HQ taken down at his own request - source

Speculation that Mohamad Hasan ordered the removal of the portrait is said to be untrue. 

'Fake news' - Teo denies wanting to change History school syllabus

'Fake news' - Teo denies wanting to change History school syllabus

The articles are attempts to stir up racial sentiments, says the deputy education minister. 

The brouhaha over PTPTN loan repayments

The brouhaha over PTPTN loan repayments

LETTER | The Harapan gov't expects students to repay thier loans, but can't keep to their own promises. 

Return to weekly float for fuel, Rafizi tells Putrajaya

Return to weekly float for fuel, Rafizi tells Putrajaya

He says that replicating the BN-era formula would protect the people from volatile oil prices.

Japan emperor draws record birthday crowd before abdication next year

Japan emperor draws record birthday crowd before abdication next year

Akihito passes the Chrysanthemum Throne to Crown Prince Naruhito.
Playing the Seafield temple riot blame game

Playing the Seafield temple riot blame game

LETTER | Waytha is not the only one deserving of blame for the temple riots and what transpired after.

Dr M calls on private sector to offer jobs to army veterans

Dr M calls on private sector to offer jobs to army veterans

PM says such a move could potentially reduce the country's dependence on migrant labour. 

PM can be toppled via election, says Mat Sabu

PM can be toppled via election, says Mat Sabu

But the Amanah chief adds he has not received any information about efforts to get rid of Mahathir.
RM199m in Tabung Harapan kitty, fund to close on Dec 31

RM199m in Tabung Harapan kitty, fund to close on Dec 31

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng thanks Malaysians for their show of patriotism.

425 Malaysian drug mules detained abroad since 2013

425 Malaysian drug mules detained abroad since 2013

Nigerian-led syndicates use social media to recruit their victims.
Tsunami disaster: No reports on Malaysian victims so far

Tsunami disaster: No reports on Malaysian victims so far

UPDATED 5PM | The Malaysian Embassy in Jakarta says it is monitoring the situation.

Five loggers allegedly kidnapped by Indonesian soldiers in Sarawak

Five loggers allegedly kidnapped by Indonesian soldiers in Sarawak

UPDATED 3.04PM | Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu says military ties with Indonesia remains solid despite the incident.

Pope gives Rome homeless Christmas gift of free clinic in Vatican

Pope gives Rome homeless Christmas gift of free clinic in Vatican

Numbers of homeless people congregating near the Vatican has been on the rise. 

Cops arrest soldier over alleged rape in Lahad Datu

Cops arrest soldier over alleged rape in Lahad Datu

The victim is also believed to have been hit by the suspect on the hands, stomach and thighs.

Take strong measures to check racial disunity

Take strong measures to check racial disunity

LETTER | The government can start with an awareness programme for schoolchildren and extending it to all levels of society.
US envoy in fight against Islamic State quits after Syria pullout

US envoy in fight against Islamic State quits after Syria pullout

Brett McGurk objects to Trump decision, with his resignation also said to be influenced by Mattis' exit.

Russian fighter jets land in Crimea amid Ukraine tensions

Russian fighter jets land in Crimea amid Ukraine tensions

More than a dozen fighter jets landed at the Belbek air base, which was annexed in 2014.

Local council elections are part of institutional reform

Local council elections are part of institutional reform

MP SPEAKS | The government can select an election model that reflects the complexity and diversity of our nation.

Canada to press allies on bid to free detainees in China

Canada to press allies on bid to free detainees in China

Foreign Minister says Beijing has not drawn a direct connection between these detainees and Huawei CFO.

DPM: M'sia ready to extend assistance to Indonesia after tsunami

DPM: M'sia ready to extend assistance to Indonesia after tsunami

Wan Azizah says that she prays Indonesians remain strong in facing the test. 

Budget to be recalibrated if oil price dips below US$50 - Guan Eng

Budget to be recalibrated if oil price dips below US$50 - Guan Eng

Finance minister says Budget 2019 was prepared based on crude oil prices of US$70 per barrel.

US gov't shutdown likely to drag on past Christmas

US gov't shutdown likely to drag on past Christmas

No deal in sight to end the impasse over border wall funding.
Larry Sng: Harapan needs time to win over S’wakians

Larry Sng: Harapan needs time to win over S’wakians

INTERVIEW | As such, Harapan must figure out what it can offer the people in the state polls, says Julau MP.
Krakatau-triggered tsunami kills at least 168 in Indonesia

Krakatau-triggered tsunami kills at least 168 in Indonesia

UPDATED 4.20PM | Anak Krakatau erupts, triggering underwater landslide.

Harapan gov't must unveil the roadmap of its reform agendas

Harapan gov't must unveil the roadmap of its reform agendas

LETTER  | By doing so, it will open up space for the civil society to examine and monitor us at all times.

Putting youth mental health on the agenda

Putting youth mental health on the agenda

COMMENT | Why are so many young people suffering from symptoms of depression and anxiety?
Unite to show respect to firefighter by waiting for police probe's completion

Unite to show respect to firefighter by waiting for police probe's completion

LETTER | 'We are saddened that the circumstances surrounding Adib's death are being heavily politicised.'
Our schools are not ‘medan dakwah’

Our schools are not ‘medan dakwah’

COMMENT | 'Choose appropriate words for a public sphere as democratic as a school, where young, curious minds reside.'
An open letter to my fellow Harapan leaders

An open letter to my fellow Harapan leaders

COMMENT | 'Engaging in tit-for-tat through the media certainly does not endear our parties to a wider audience.'
Yoursay: What should Umno do - start fresh or close shop?

Yoursay: What should Umno do - start fresh or close shop?

YOURSAY | ‘A visionary leader is required for Umno and for BN.’
Harapan friendly fire continues; Anwar calls for immediate truce

Harapan friendly fire continues; Anwar calls for immediate truce

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