Archive - 6 January 2019

DPM defends visits to Cameron ahead of by-election

DPM defends visits to Cameron ahead of by-election

CAMERON POLLS | Wan Azizah says her visit there was on the basis of her work as the NSC chairperson.  

K'tan MB: Our sultan was never really interested in becoming Agong

K'tan MB: Our sultan was never really interested in becoming Agong

'But he shouldered the responsibility when he became the king,' says Ahmad Yakob.
Wan Azizah sad Agong who pardoned her husband resigned

Wan Azizah sad Agong who pardoned her husband resigned

DPM says the federal administration, however, respects the decision made by the king.

Johor DAP apologises to Sultan Ibrahim over 'rude' posting

Johor DAP apologises to Sultan Ibrahim over 'rude' posting

Tan Hong Pin says the Pontian councillor should have expressed his views in a more diplomatic manner.

Warisan wants Bersatu to stay away from Sabah

Warisan wants Bersatu to stay away from Sabah

Shafie Apdal says the party was more than capable of managing and governing the state.
Who's next in line as Yang di-Pertuan Agong?

Who's next in line as Yang di-Pertuan Agong?

Sources say the Conference of Rulers will convene a meeting tomorrow to discuss the matter.
Sabah CM to meet southern Philippine leaders on cross-border crime

Sabah CM to meet southern Philippine leaders on cross-border crime

Shafie Apdal says he wants the meeting to be a new approach in protecting the state's east coast.

Kelantan's Sultan Muhammad V resigns as Agong

Kelantan's Sultan Muhammad V resigns as Agong

This is confirmed through a statement by the Comptroller of the Royal Household. 

Cops probe cause of death of dogs in Seremban

Cops probe cause of death of dogs in Seremban

This comes after a man claimed that irresponsible individuals had poisoned the dogs.

Hadi never legitimised wrongdoings in Tabung Haji, 1MDB - pol sec

Hadi never legitimised wrongdoings in Tabung Haji, 1MDB - pol sec

Syahir Sulaiman refers to Rafizi's claim that Najib used Hadi to 'purify' the image of the pilgrimage fund.  

Perak Harapan ready to mobilise for Cameron Highlands polls

Perak Harapan ready to mobilise for Cameron Highlands polls

State Harapan chair Ahmad Faizal Azumu says he wants to ensure that Manogaran 'wins in style'.

Guan Eng extends sympathy to Mat Sabu over son's arrest

Guan Eng extends sympathy to Mat Sabu over son's arrest

'Although it is difficult being a minister, it is sometimes more difficult being a father,' he says.

We're watching you, Bersih tells Cameron by-election candidates

We're watching you, Bersih tells Cameron by-election candidates

CAMERON POLLS | 'We will not hesitate to report any election offences to the authorities, including the police and MACC.' 

Operators of unlicenced hotels, guest houses to face action

Operators of unlicenced hotels, guest houses to face action

Mohamaddin Ketapi says such premises will ruin the image of the tourism industry. 

Official: Kayveas to contest in Cameron Highlands

Official: Kayveas to contest in Cameron Highlands

UPDATED 5.20PM | MyPPP decides not to pass up on the seat it has been 'working for and asking for'.

MCA should probe source of RM16.5m election funds - Guan Eng

MCA should probe source of RM16.5m election funds - Guan Eng

He responds to Wee Ka Siong claiming the party has not received 'a single sen' since the end of 2013.

Lima '19 to focus on UAVs, cyber warfare

Lima '19 to focus on UAVs, cyber warfare

Such equipment is a priority in the defence sector, says Defence Minister Mohamad Sabu.

Don't you owe us RM2.5b? - Lim fires back at S'wak minister

Don't you owe us RM2.5b? - Lim fires back at S'wak minister

The finance minister denies discriminating against the state, saying none have received disbursement.

Equity, forex investors still adopting 'wait-and-see' approach

Equity, forex investors still adopting 'wait-and-see' approach

However, analysts say the mood is 'upbeat' for Malaysia's prospects this year.
Maszlee: I am no longer IIUM president

Maszlee: I am no longer IIUM president

'I have signed the resignation letter, now I am waiting for the university to announce the matter.'

Inquest into Adib's death will be thorough - Zuraida

Inquest into Adib's death will be thorough - Zuraida

The minister says this is essential to avoid any loopholes which can be exploited by certain quarters.

Kayveas: If I contest in Cameron, MIC will likely sit out

Kayveas: If I contest in Cameron, MIC will likely sit out

CAMERON POLLS | 'Among Indians, I am more popular than MIC there,' says the disputed MyPPP president. 

Petrol dealers hit back at Najib - 'We are barely making a profit'

Petrol dealers hit back at Najib - 'We are barely making a profit'

They say many dealers went bankrupt during the tenure of the ex-premier.

'Religious, race-based parties one step away from Nazism' - Siti Kasim

'Religious, race-based parties one step away from Nazism' - Siti Kasim

The activist says the contributions of such political parties to society will be net negative.

'Bersabarlah Abang Mat'

'Bersabarlah Abang Mat'

Khairuddin yang juga ahli jawatankuasa PAS Pusat berkata, media tidak wajar menjadi hakim dan perlu mengelakkan prasangka.
Some issues need to be stated publicly, says Azmin

Some issues need to be stated publicly, says Azmin

UPDATED 2.18PM | But that does not mean I did not go through the proper channels, he adds.

Esscom releases list of 18 wanted foreign nationals

Esscom releases list of 18 wanted foreign nationals

Members of the public with information on the wanted individuals are advised to contact Esscom or the police.

ECRL can go on, but with revisions - PKR Youth

ECRL can go on, but with revisions - PKR Youth

Exco member Mohd Aizuddin Ariffin says the revisions must take account of the country's financial state.

'Sarawak First' policy: Chinese support crucial, says Uggah

'Sarawak First' policy: Chinese support crucial, says Uggah

The deputy chief minister urges the community to stay loyal to GPS.

Civil service reshuffle not political, says chief secretary

Civil service reshuffle not political, says chief secretary

Ismail Bakar adds that the reshuffle will not be limited to secretaries-general.

Harapan won't underestimate BN in Cameron Highlands - Saifuddin

Harapan won't underestimate BN in Cameron Highlands - Saifuddin

The secretariat chief says this is because the by-election is the first to be held in a BN-led state.

Arrested for criticising DAP reps, Sibu PAS member tests positive for meth

Arrested for criticising DAP reps, Sibu PAS member tests positive for meth

Suspect was arrested over posting wishing for the death of the MPs for not organising 'back to school' programmes.

Phoenix police investigate after woman in coma for decade gives birth

Phoenix police investigate after woman in coma for decade gives birth

Hacienda Healthcare, however, refuses to divulge if staff were made to undergo DNA testing over the 'deeply disturbing incident'.

Aircraft landing at Seletar cannot use M'sian airspace, reiterates Putrajaya

Aircraft landing at Seletar cannot use M'sian airspace, reiterates Putrajaya

Foreign minister Saifuddin Abdullah says the point will be emphasised again in a meeting with S'pore this week.

Explosives expert killed defusing bomb near Cairo church

Explosives expert killed defusing bomb near Cairo church

The bomb was found less than two days before Egypt’s Christians celebrate Coptic Christmas.

Thousands rally against Hungary's overtime work law, Orban

Thousands rally against Hungary's overtime work law, Orban

Opposition groups march through Budapest against what the say is the authoritarian rule of the nationalist PM.

Economy may be slowing, but a recession is not on the horizon

Economy may be slowing, but a recession is not on the horizon

COMMENT | The figures do not show that M'sia is heading towards a contraction anytime soon.

Has Najib forgotten why Cameron is heading to the polls again?

Has Najib forgotten why Cameron is heading to the polls again?

MP SPEAKS | After May 9, the by-election is a second opportunity to prove the ex-premier wrong.

Sabah exercises right to postpone smoking ban at eateries

Sabah exercises right to postpone smoking ban at eateries

The decision is in line with the principles adopted by the new state government.

Maduro will be usurper president, says opposition-run Congress chief

Maduro will be usurper president, says opposition-run Congress chief

However, the powerless Congress has few means to stop Maduro.
Harapan must fulfil pledge to abolish all oppressive laws

Harapan must fulfil pledge to abolish all oppressive laws

LETTER | The new government must abide by its manifesto and act without delay.
No breakthrough in US shutdown talks

No breakthrough in US shutdown talks

Pelosi plans new legislation in bid to reopen parts of the government.
Public policy and the role of the public intellectual

Public policy and the role of the public intellectual

COMMENT | ‘We should be seen as employees of taxpayers, and thus held accountable to the public.’

Rebranding the myth of the ‘lazy Malay’

Rebranding the myth of the ‘lazy Malay’

COMMENT | Will future generations continue to be fed the same untruths by amnesiac politicians?
Yoursay: Boarding school quota a step in the right direction

Yoursay: Boarding school quota a step in the right direction

YOURSAY | ‘These schools are meant to help the poor, those from rural areas and the disenfranchised.’

Bersatu leaders appointed to GLCs; Mat Sabu's son arrested

Bersatu leaders appointed to GLCs; Mat Sabu's son arrested

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