Archive - 28 December 2018

KJ: PTPTN owes more than RM40b, no need to pay RM1m in zakat

KJ: PTPTN owes more than RM40b, no need to pay RM1m in zakat

Rembau MP points out that PTPTN is already in a very deep hole.
Bersatu president calls for greater Harapan unity

Bersatu president calls for greater Harapan unity

BERSATU AGM | He says it's impossible to administer this country alone and the ruling parties needed one another.
Muhyiddin: Rakyat will see through the Umno-PAS 'khalwat'

Muhyiddin: Rakyat will see through the Umno-PAS 'khalwat'

BERSATU AGM | 'One is a thief, the other is Islam in name only but will kiss the thief on the lips,' he tells Bersatu delegates.
Bersatu to devise new bumi agenda

Bersatu to devise new bumi agenda

BERSATU AGM | The new plan will focus on equitably shared prosperity.
What's the radioactivity level of Lynas' refinery wastes?

What's the radioactivity level of Lynas' refinery wastes?

LETTER | It should explain why it is taking the boundary case rather than in a decay chain including nine other radioactive progenies.
Insurance scheme a boon for B40 group

Insurance scheme a boon for B40 group

LETTER | The B40 insurance scheme provides a good chance for the government to rectify a long-felt need of the people.
PTPTN's 'generosity' up north raises eyebrows

PTPTN's 'generosity' up north raises eyebrows

The agency is said to be needing funds but has made several charitable donations. 
Happy New Year, Malaysia!

Happy New Year, Malaysia!

Pray for Self-Mastery of law and order, strengthening, bonding us in our diversity.

Adib's death – coroner's inquest a step towards justice

Adib's death – coroner's inquest a step towards justice

LETTER | All parties should be patient and allow the law to take its course without fear or favour.
Rafizi appointed as PKR VP, Saifuddin retained as sec-gen

Rafizi appointed as PKR VP, Saifuddin retained as sec-gen

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim says he hopes the appointees will be able to fulfil the hopes of the rakyat.
Johor Corp, major shareholder, to discuss unpalatable KFC prices

Johor Corp, major shareholder, to discuss unpalatable KFC prices

Johor Corp holds majority share in QSR Brands (M) Holdings Bhd which runs KFC restaurants.
Umno: Inquest only delays justice for Adib

Umno: Inquest only delays justice for Adib

Acting president Mohamad Hasan questions why inquest ordered when cops have not finished their probe.
Police deny handling Azwanddin roughly at court

Police deny handling Azwanddin roughly at court

Klang police say he tripped and almost fell after snagging his foot.
NGO to launch roadshow campaign for anti-hopping law

NGO to launch roadshow campaign for anti-hopping law

Sedar says it will go to individual constituencies and engage voters there.
No new applications by ex-Umno leaders to join Bersatu approved so far

No new applications by ex-Umno leaders to join Bersatu approved so far

BERSATU AGM |They will need to sit out a cooling off period before being vetted, says Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.
Why use 1MDB to 'silence' Harapan's U-turns?

Why use 1MDB to 'silence' Harapan's U-turns?

MP SPEAKS | 1MDB cannot be DAP's multi-purpose excuse to be exploited every time Harapan runs into controversy or when DAP has trouble justifying why it had betrayed its own principles. 

Role of state Islamic religious councils should be widened - Sultan Nazrin

Role of state Islamic religious councils should be widened - Sultan Nazrin

The Perak ruler says the councils should also act as a link between Muslims and rulers, the government, and non-Muslims. 

Cabinet to get report on toll study in May

Cabinet to get report on toll study in May

Works Minister Baru Bian says an independent consultant will help the gov't analyse data and propose recommendations to provide solutions. 

Bersatu is not riding on Dr M's coattails

Bersatu is not riding on Dr M's coattails

COMMENT | Malaysian politics is no longer shaped by the nomenclature of a strong man, let alone a single or multivariate preoccupation with the economic pressures at hand.

Khairuddin challenges TMJ to abdicate and join politics

Khairuddin challenges TMJ to abdicate and join politics

Political remarks by the members of the royal household may lead to disrespect for the institution, warns Amanah man.
Toll compensation: Harapan doing the same thing, says Najib

Toll compensation: Harapan doing the same thing, says Najib

The ex-PM takes a dig at the government for paying compensation to prevent toll hikes.

Hacker steals, leaks data on 1,000 North Korean defectors in South

Hacker steals, leaks data on 1,000 North Korean defectors in South

This includes the names, birth dates, and addresses of the defectors. 

Geopolitical fears, demand, oversupply cloud 2018 global oil market

Geopolitical fears, demand, oversupply cloud 2018 global oil market

The falling trend of oil prices is clearly a downside for Malaysia.
Aids, Alzheimers, cancer among ilnesses covered in new B40 protection scheme

Aids, Alzheimers, cancer among ilnesses covered in new B40 protection scheme

The finance minister says this in reiterating the government's commitment to establish the RM2 billion scheme. 

Bright light in big city - New Yorkers mystified after transformer fire

Bright light in big city - New Yorkers mystified after transformer fire

The skies in Queens were lit up with bright blue light on Thursday.

Report: Four anti-drug agency staff tested positive for drug use

Report: Four anti-drug agency staff tested positive for drug use

This as AADK carried out urine tests on 2,841 of its employees nationwide.

EC: Sivarraajh disqualifed from contesting, voting

EC: Sivarraajh disqualifed from contesting, voting

UPDATED 5.27PM | The incumbent Cameron Highlands MP is also barred from being registered as a voter, and vote in any election, in the next five years. 

Oops, we won - Bersatu's bid to maintain rural Malay support

Oops, we won - Bersatu's bid to maintain rural Malay support

SPECIAL REPORT | Bersatu leaders explain why they need to keep the party's Malay Muslim identity.
Australia swelters through heatwave as records tumble

Australia swelters through heatwave as records tumble

Its capital, Canberra, bracing for its hottest December day on record - 39C (102F).

M’sia urges Norway to review its palm-oil ban, says it will affect trade relations

M’sia urges Norway to review its palm-oil ban, says it will affect trade relations

Primary Industries Minister Teresa Kok raises concerns over ‘generalisation’ of palm oil producers.
6.1-magnitude quake strikes eastern Indonesia, no tsunami warning issued

6.1-magnitude quake strikes eastern Indonesia, no tsunami warning issued

Officials say there has been no casualties or damage.

Close to RM300,000 donated to Adib's next-of-kin

Close to RM300,000 donated to Adib's next-of-kin

The amount is donated through the Fire and Rescue Department's Red Heroes Fund.

Cars break down after fuelling up, Petronas apologises

Cars break down after fuelling up, Petronas apologises

The petroleum company attributes the problem to 'product mishandling' and promises to compensate those affected. 

Acting Agong fights back tears recalling Adib's death

Acting Agong fights back tears recalling Adib's death

UPDATED 1.26PM | Sultan Nazrin Shah was one of the visitors when the firefighter was admitted at the National Heart Institute. 

'Hardcore' KFC fan Rafizi to write letter over price hikes

'Hardcore' KFC fan Rafizi to write letter over price hikes

The former Pandan MP says that the fast-food chain has even started charging an extra RM4 for its delivery menu. 

Rafizi to send representation letter to AG for review of Tabung Haji charge

Rafizi to send representation letter to AG for review of Tabung Haji charge

A representation letter is usually sent to either drop or reduce a charge.

Inquest into Adib's death to be held in Shah Alam

Inquest into Adib's death to be held in Shah Alam

AGC filed the papers at the Shah Alam registrar yesterday.

My choice for the Malaysian of 2018

My choice for the Malaysian of 2018

COMMENT | This 'title' should be bestowed upon former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak for the many ways he united us.

Khairuddin: Rafizi's survey on PM's approval rating 'useless'

Khairuddin: Rafizi's survey on PM's approval rating 'useless'

The Mahathir stalwart says the off-mark study by Rafizi's Invoke explains the many defamation suits the latter has lost. 

No communique from Malaysia yet on third link, S'pore reiterates

No communique from Malaysia yet on third link, S'pore reiterates

This is in response to a recent remark by Johor MB that the project will take off next year. 

From obese to starving, nutrition crisis prompts SOS call for new approach

From obese to starving, nutrition crisis prompts SOS call for new approach

Poor diet has become the leading cause of disease and death.

Bersatu AGM to focus on bread-and-butter matters

Bersatu AGM to focus on bread-and-butter matters

INTERVIEW | Amid politicking, Muhyiddin hopes Bersatu AGM will pivot on cost of living issues.
Abandoned by US, Syrian Kurdish leaders look to Russia

Abandoned by US, Syrian Kurdish leaders look to Russia

They urge Russia and its ally Damascus to send forces to shield the border from the threat of a Turkish offensive.

More inclusive Ops Lestari for Cameron Highlands - DPM

More inclusive Ops Lestari for Cameron Highlands - DPM

The main focus of the rebranded 'Ops Gading' will be strengthening the welfare of small-time vegetable farmers in the area. 

Melayu Baru: How to keep Bersatu from turning into Umno 2.0

Melayu Baru: How to keep Bersatu from turning into Umno 2.0

COMMENT | It must raise a generation of Malays who are truly empowered, independent, and globally competitive.
DBKL wants registration of all Hindu temples in KL

DBKL wants registration of all Hindu temples in KL

The exercise will enable the city hall to better monitor the temples' operations and know their statuses, says deputy FT minister. 

Give Harapan and its ministers some time, urges Muhyiddin

Give Harapan and its ministers some time, urges Muhyiddin

 INTERVIEW | The running of government will improve as the ministers gain their experience, he says.
Yoursay: Should DAP quit the Harapan coalition?

Yoursay: Should DAP quit the Harapan coalition?

YOURSAY | ‘Harapan can’t continue to pander to ultra-Malay nationalists and/or Muslim bigots.’
Yoursay: Bersatu, let AGM be open and transparent

Yoursay: Bersatu, let AGM be open and transparent

YOURSAY | ‘If what is said isn’t fit to be heard in public, then it shouldn’t be said at all.’

Bersatu will endure post-Mahathir era: Muhyiddin

Bersatu will endure post-Mahathir era: Muhyiddin

 INTERVIEW | The party president emphasises that while leaders come and go, the party will endure.
Top 10 news of 2018 - Malaysiakini readers' choice

Top 10 news of 2018 - Malaysiakini readers' choice

POLL | Here are the top news of 2018, according to 3,445 Malaysiakini readers.

Poor control over price control

Poor control over price control

COMMENT | The authorities do not have the will nor the teeth to chew into the exorbitant prices charged by some restaurants.
Inquest into Adib's death to be held; Umno undergoing 'whitening' process

Inquest into Adib's death to be held; Umno undergoing 'whitening' process

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