Archive - 27 December 2018

Six more bombs explode in Songkla

Six more bombs explode in Songkla

It is believed the explosions are related to the bomb attacks at the Samila Beach.
Proton X70 gets 200-300 bookings per day, says CEO

Proton X70 gets 200-300 bookings per day, says CEO

The bulk of the 15,000 bookings are for the premium variant. 

Approval rating for PM constant, IIUM survey shows

Approval rating for PM constant, IIUM survey shows

The survey shows Mahahir's approval rate steady, contradicting Rafizi's claim that it had dropped.
Umno undergoing 'whitening' process, says sec-gen

Umno undergoing 'whitening' process, says sec-gen

According to Annuar Musa, the nationwide exercise involves cleaning up the membership list.

Father, stepmother of suspected abuse victim remanded

Father, stepmother of suspected abuse victim remanded

The five-year-old boy, who had bruises on his face, body, chest, and back, died on Wednesday morning.

Wisma Putra urges Malaysians in Songkhla to exercise caution

Wisma Putra urges Malaysians in Songkhla to exercise caution

This after a double bomb blast at the popular Samila Beach, last night. 

Ex-minister's former aide jailed, fined for corruption

Ex-minister's former aide jailed, fined for corruption

Court rules that Zailan Jauhari has failed to raise reasonable doubts against the prosecution’s case.
Indonesia orders flights to steer clear of Anak Krakatau

Indonesia orders flights to steer clear of Anak Krakatau

Authorities warn that the volcano remains fragile, raising fears of another collapse and tsunami.
Seafield riot witnesses worried to come forward with evidence, Suhakam's help sought

Seafield riot witnesses worried to come forward with evidence, Suhakam's help sought

Suhakam agrees to pass on evidence to police, but does not guarantee the individuals won't be arrested.

Defections spotlight divide between ex-Umno old guard and Bersatu's youths

Defections spotlight divide between ex-Umno old guard and Bersatu's youths

SPECIAL REPORT | There is a difference in opinion among Bersatu leaders on accepting Umno defectors.
Maszlee promises to improve education system, ease teachers' burden

Maszlee promises to improve education system, ease teachers' burden

The minister is the subject of various controversies but has extensive experience in education.

Ministry to investigate KFC and McDonald's

Ministry to investigate KFC and McDonald's

The ministry says it is seeking information on why they increased their prices.

Juhar appointed as Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah for third term

Juhar appointed as Yang Dipertua Negeri of Sabah for third term

He received the appointment letter from Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah today.

Rina wants to focus on work performance, not popularity

Rina wants to focus on work performance, not popularity

INTERVIEW | The rural development minister says she will only talk when necessary.

PAS Youth to hold 'people's suffering' rally on Dec 31

PAS Youth to hold 'people's suffering' rally on Dec 31

Muhammad Khalil Abdul Hadi says this is in protest of the gov't 'lack of political will and ideas to push for change'.
Gov't to freeze toll hike on 21 highways nationwide in 2019

Gov't to freeze toll hike on 21 highways nationwide in 2019

UPDATED 3PM | This is an addition to the Budget 2019 announcement that there would be no increase on toll charges for intra-city highways.

Waging war against the 'mother' of all crimes

Waging war against the 'mother' of all crimes

MACC is in the midst of drafting a plan to combat corruption more effectively.

Najib queries Harapan over B40 households for electricity bill rebate

Najib queries Harapan over B40 households for electricity bill rebate

Ex-PM claims over one million households which need not pay before will have to do so now. 

Syed Saddiq: I'll quit Bersatu if 'thieves, robbers' allowed to join

Syed Saddiq: I'll quit Bersatu if 'thieves, robbers' allowed to join

He echoes the party leaders in saying that there are strict criteria for ex-Umno members who want to join Bersatu.

MCA: Has gov’t pocketed RM1.2b oil money at people’s expense?

MCA: Has gov’t pocketed RM1.2b oil money at people’s expense?

A party central committee member says this is as crude oil prices has been on a downtrend since November.

S'wak appeal over Pujut seat fixed for Feb 28 at Federal Court

S'wak appeal over Pujut seat fixed for Feb 28 at Federal Court

The appeal is by the state assembly speaker and Sarawak's second finance minister.

KFC says its statement on SST was misinterpreted

KFC says its statement on SST was misinterpreted

Company adds that price adjustment had no relation to SST after stating it was inclusive of 6pct yesterday.

An open letter to the MCA leadership

An open letter to the MCA leadership

LETTER | Three suggestions on how to regain support of the race you claim to represent.
Don't abuse gov't resources during by-election, Harapan leaders told

Don't abuse gov't resources during by-election, Harapan leaders told

DAP Youth says the leaders must obey election laws to ensure free and fair polls in Cameron Highlands

Is Maszlee a product of Mahathir’s political ambition?

Is Maszlee a product of Mahathir’s political ambition?

LETTER | The prime minister's selections for cabinet ministers were clearly to his and his party's advantage.

28 injured, 600 displaced in earthquake triggered by volcano eruption in Italy

28 injured, 600 displaced in earthquake triggered by volcano eruption in Italy

The earthquake measured 4.8 on the Richter scale and occured at 3.19am local time.

I must 'apologise' to Wee Ka Siong...

I must 'apologise' to Wee Ka Siong...

MP SPEAKS | I did not realise his intellectual capabilities are as low as the other MCA leaders.

Police obtain four-day remand on Azwanddin

Police obtain four-day remand on Azwanddin

UPDATED 11.43AM | He is being investigated for criminal intimidation as well as for insulting a person.

Muhyiddin: Inquest on Adib's death to be held soon

Muhyiddin: Inquest on Adib's death to be held soon

The home minister says the AG will apply to the court to set an urgent hearing date.

5-year-old boy dies purportedly of abuse

5-year-old boy dies purportedly of abuse

Police detain the boy’s father and his stepmother, an Indonesian national for further probe.

Umno to open private retreat to public for extra income

Umno to open private retreat to public for extra income

The facilities in Janda Baik can be used to hold retreats or team building programmes next year.

Iraqi lawmakers criticise Trump visit as blow to Iraqi sovereignty

Iraqi lawmakers criticise Trump visit as blow to Iraqi sovereignty

A meeting between Trump and Iraqi PM was cancelled due to a disagreement over venue.
In a first, Trump makes surprise visit to US troops in Iraq

In a first, Trump makes surprise visit to US troops in Iraq

Trump was looking for some positive headlines after several days of turmoil.

Najib cites KFC price hikes in hitting out at SST

Najib cites KFC price hikes in hitting out at SST

Ex-PM says the price increase is an example of how SST is less transparent than GST.

Yoursay: Allow Latheefa, Rafizi freedom to voice out their opinions

Yoursay: Allow Latheefa, Rafizi freedom to voice out their opinions

YOURSAY | ‘Sometimes, going through the right channels may result in nothing.’
Socso pays out RM93.57m for commuting accidents till Oct

Socso pays out RM93.57m for commuting accidents till Oct

It says the amount was for temporary disability benefits based on 25,219 cases.

A look back at 2018 and what lies ahead for Harapan

A look back at 2018 and what lies ahead for Harapan

COMMENT | We are better off today but there is still plenty of work to be done by the gov’t.

Yoursay: ‘We need fuel price stability, not price volatility’

Yoursay: ‘We need fuel price stability, not price volatility’

YOURSAY | ‘Weekly float for fuel spells bad news for inflation.’
A new direction for the 'new Malays' in new Malaysia

A new direction for the 'new Malays' in new Malaysia

COMMENT | The old paradigms can and should be disrupted.

From Obama to Trump - M’sia must not be like the US, says Syed Saddiq

From Obama to Trump - M’sia must not be like the US, says Syed Saddiq

INTERVIEW | Gov't must focus on issues that matter to rakyat and defend the Federal Constitution. 

Entering a new year with what ifs

Entering a new year with what ifs

COMMENT | Much can be learnt from the South African concept of ‘ubuntu’.

Azwanddin arrested; no talks of Umno merger, says sec-gen

Azwanddin arrested; no talks of Umno merger, says sec-gen

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

No reduction of religious programmes on RTM

No reduction of religious programmes on RTM

The M'sian Broadcasting Dept also denies talk that RTM prohibits its broadcasters and hosts from wearing head scarf.