Archive - 14 January 2019

'Allahu Akbar' to ring at Pahang Sultan's proclamation ceremony

'Allahu Akbar' to ring at Pahang Sultan's proclamation ceremony

This will be followed by the cry of 'Daulat Tuanku' three times, says the Tengku Muda of Pahang. 

In new M'sia, experts tell Dr M to look at new foreign alliances

In new M'sia, experts tell Dr M to look at new foreign alliances

Past alliances, such as NAM, and OIC, are no longer worthy as much has changed since the 90s, says a retired ambassador.

RTS likely delayed beyond 2024 target, rues Singapore transport minister

RTS likely delayed beyond 2024 target, rues Singapore transport minister

This is due to Malaysia's delay in appointing a joint venture partner for the rail project, says Khaw Boon Wan.

YPJ defends appointing Bersatu leaders as board members

YPJ defends appointing Bersatu leaders as board members

The appointments were made based on the duo's academic qualifications, as well as their experience in the education and corporate sectors, it says. 

'General disappointment' towards Harapan in first eight months, says analyst

'General disappointment' towards Harapan in first eight months, says analyst

Bridget Welsh says Harapan has indirectly sidelined some of its existing support base, in its attempt to increase Malay representation in Parliament. 

Hishammuddin still loyal to Umno, says Najib

Hishammuddin still loyal to Umno, says Najib

The former president says he received verbal assurance from his first cousin.

Victory for Orang Asli youths in football match against Syed Saddiq

Victory for Orang Asli youths in football match against Syed Saddiq

CAMERON POLLS | The minister spends time chasing the ball barefooted while the locals dribbled and headbutted past him.

Petrol money is corruption too, Najib reminds Harapan of court verdict

Petrol money is corruption too, Najib reminds Harapan of court verdict

This after the coalition claimed that the money handed to people in Cameron Highlands were reimbursements to campaign volunteers. 

PTPTN defaulters are paupers

PTPTN defaulters are paupers

LETTER | Islam says the demand for repayment should be postponed till the debtors are in a better situation.
CPTPP - M'sia will not lose out to Vietnam

CPTPP - M'sia will not lose out to Vietnam

LETTER | Public debate on ratifying any FTA must be encouraged.
MACC probing if Immigration DG post changes linked to RM3.5b deal

MACC probing if Immigration DG post changes linked to RM3.5b deal

EXCLUSIVE | The commission receives a tip-off that it could be related to a project similar to the one scrapped last year.

Patronage is not king - yet

Patronage is not king - yet

LETTER | Some GLC appointments are not only prestigious but also carry relatively lucrative incomes and perquisites.
Don’t use phone near petrol pumps, Petronas 'reminds' minister's team

Don’t use phone near petrol pumps, Petronas 'reminds' minister's team

This after Syed Saddiq's communications team tweeted a photo of him fueling up at a Petronas station, on the way to Cameron Highlands. 

Cameron polls observer dies of heart attack

Cameron polls observer dies of heart attack

CAMERON POLLS | Azhar Harun says the EC appreciates very much Abdul Jalil's contribution.

MIC Youth wants EC to disqualify Manogaran

MIC Youth wants EC to disqualify Manogaran

CAMERON POLLS | This over allegations of vote-buying stemming from circulated photos showing money being distributed.
Two charged in cases related to Seafield temple riots

Two charged in cases related to Seafield temple riots

M Chandran and A Janagan plead not guilty to obstructing civil servants and committing mischief, respectively.

AICHR M'sia - beacon of hope for human rights in Southeast Asia

AICHR M'sia - beacon of hope for human rights in Southeast Asia

COMMENT | We are on the human rights map and must continue our effective collaborations. 

Building lights no longer show a 'cross' - Chow

Building lights no longer show a 'cross' - Chow

The Penang CM says he is still awaiting a report from the state secretary, on the apartment which courted controversy. 

Khairy queries political appointments to Johor's YPJ

Khairy queries political appointments to Johor's YPJ

The educational foundation has two Bersatu grassroots leaders on its new board.
IRB to scrutinise e-commerce businesses, social media

IRB to scrutinise e-commerce businesses, social media

This is to look into the unexplained wealth of both individuals and companies posted on social media, says CEO. 

Senator apologises to Orang Asli chiefs over 'excessive' remarks

Senator apologises to Orang Asli chiefs over 'excessive' remarks

CAMERON POLLS | 'I realise my statement not only hurt the feelings of the tok batin but also caused discomfort among Harapan leaders'.

Water price hike needed to fund future projects - Penang CM

Water price hike needed to fund future projects - Penang CM

Chow Kon Yeow says, otherwise, the state stands the risk of facing a water crisis during the dry season.

MOE announces initiatives to lighten teachers' load

MOE announces initiatives to lighten teachers' load

The five initiatives, some beginning this month, are aimed at stripping away clerical work.
A different type of ‘Operasi Lalang’?

A different type of ‘Operasi Lalang’?

COMMENT | Bit by bit, those who want to return to old, corrupt politics are crawling out of the woodwork.

Karpal's daughter sues CJ for failing to defend judiciary

Karpal's daughter sues CJ for failing to defend judiciary

This in relation to alleged interference in her late father's sedition appeal and meddling by a senior judge in the Indira Gandhi case.
Pressure mounts on MOF to explain reasons for funding private college

Pressure mounts on MOF to explain reasons for funding private college

Some online commentators and political parties claim that race was a factor. 
New Immigration chief pledges to make agency among the world's best

New Immigration chief pledges to make agency among the world's best

'It is my vision and mission,' says Khairul Dzaimee.
Ex-MP claims 'political revenge' after posting on Guan Eng's son

Ex-MP claims 'political revenge' after posting on Guan Eng's son

'Looks like I have offended someone who cannot be offended,' says Tan Tee Beng. 

Ponggal this year especially significant in view of Cameron polls

Ponggal this year especially significant in view of Cameron polls

MP SPEAKS | In honour of men and women who tirelessly toiled the earth to bring prosperity, goodwill and food in M'sia Baru.

Maszlee's teary tribute to ustaz who told him to be education minister at 15

Maszlee's teary tribute to ustaz who told him to be education minister at 15

It was an emotional moment as both teacher and student could not hold back their tears at an event in UPM.

MyPPP deregistered, ROS sends letter to both factions

MyPPP deregistered, ROS sends letter to both factions

UPDATED 4.50PM | Next step is to deal with the insolvency department on the party's assets, says its sec-gen.

Orang Asli votes - 'haunted' hall haunts BN, some clueless of Manogaran

Orang Asli votes - 'haunted' hall haunts BN, some clueless of Manogaran

CAMERON POLLS | BN's 'broken promises' may pose a stumbling block, whereas the Harapan candidate is not well known in the interiors.

Sedition Act among six laws under review

Sedition Act among six laws under review

Home Ministry is studying to amend or repeal them, says Muhyiddin.

Stumped: Police come up empty on Indira Gandhi's daughter

Stumped: Police come up empty on Indira Gandhi's daughter

Even so, the IGP says the search for her is ongoing based on the court order given to police.
Election Court to hear Tasek Gelugor petition over nine days

Election Court to hear Tasek Gelugor petition over nine days

Tasek Gelugor candidate Marzuki Yahya is challenging the 2018 election result of the parliamentary seat.

Vanishing paw prints of Malayan tigers

Vanishing paw prints of Malayan tigers

LETTER | Strong political will needed to save this species from going extinct.

Land deal - Najib, Rosmah deny any conspiracy against Deepak

Land deal - Najib, Rosmah deny any conspiracy against Deepak

The land deal is supposed to see the construction of the National Defence Study Centre.
Cameron by-election campaign is a joke

Cameron by-election campaign is a joke

LETTER | Have we taken a step backward with such trivial and insignificant issues raised? 

It's a mistake to disregard Abdul Hadi Awang

It's a mistake to disregard Abdul Hadi Awang

COMMENT | By Hadi’s reasoning, all Muslims in the West are going to hell.

Zuraida takes to Utusan, decries 'cowards and dictators'

Zuraida takes to Utusan, decries 'cowards and dictators'

The PKR veep pens a lengthy piece on how a political party's appointments betray democracy.
Race a factor but we're not racists, say Cameron Felda settlers

Race a factor but we're not racists, say Cameron Felda settlers

CAMERON POLLS | They point out they had no problem with BN's MIC candidates in the past.
Here's a challenge: Make Cameron polls 'cleanest election in history'

Here's a challenge: Make Cameron polls 'cleanest election in history'

MP SPEAKS | Will BN's Ramli Mohd Nor step up to this call?

FMM: Abolishing HRDF is unnecessary, strict measures needed

FMM: Abolishing HRDF is unnecessary, strict measures needed

This, it says, is to ensure there is no misuse of funds or misconduct of assets.

Azmin: Singapore, Malaysia to maintain strong ties

Azmin: Singapore, Malaysia to maintain strong ties

The economic affairs minister is scheduled to meet two Singapore ministers today.

Manogaran: Volunteer money not illegal, Harapan wants clean by-election

Manogaran: Volunteer money not illegal, Harapan wants clean by-election

UPDATED 12.20PM | CAMERON POLLS | He says opposition leaders need not 'waste time' harping on the issue.

Wee raps Harapan for 'new meaning' to word 'volunteer'

Wee raps Harapan for 'new meaning' to word 'volunteer'

CAMERON POLLS | The MCA chief says he finds it amusing that 'volunteer' now means someone who gets a reward for services.
Anwar to PKR members: End drama, disciplinary breaches won't be tolerated

Anwar to PKR members: End drama, disciplinary breaches won't be tolerated

The PKR president says the time has come for members to close ranks and strengthen discipline.

Day 3: Harapan candidate appeals for mandate as MP, saying he'll be without flaw

Day 3: Harapan candidate appeals for mandate as MP, saying he'll be without flaw

CAMERON POLLS DAY 3 | M Manogaran also assures local there will not be conflicts with the federal gov't in terms of future development, if he's elected.

Mahathir: Wealth should be distributed equally among races

Mahathir: Wealth should be distributed equally among races

UPDATED 10.53AM | 'We need to focus on tackling social poverty', says the PM.
Construction contractor shot dead at car park

Construction contractor shot dead at car park

An unidentified gunman fires several shots while the victim was with friends.
NS menteri besar heads list of state honours recipients

NS menteri besar heads list of state honours recipients

This is in conjunction with the 71st birthday of Negeri Sembilan ruler Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawi.

Honour your word, repeal the Sedition Act

Honour your word, repeal the Sedition Act

LETTER | Malaysia can be more democratic without this law.
No escape from critics on use of Sedition Act - Hanipa

No escape from critics on use of Sedition Act - Hanipa

Public has legitimate expectation to see an end to the archaic law, adds the deputy minister.
‘Return my gender to me’: Trans people’s struggle to change their IC status

‘Return my gender to me’: Trans people’s struggle to change their IC status

SPECIAL REPORT | For many transgender people in M'sia, having their IC gender marker changed remains an elusive goal. 

Don't be arrogant, Wan Azizah warns PKR leaders

Don't be arrogant, Wan Azizah warns PKR leaders

'Pay heed to what the people want,' adds the DPM.

Sorry seems to be the hardest word

Sorry seems to be the hardest word

COMMENT |Is it so difficult for politicians to say, 'Sorry, my tongue moved faster than my brain'?

Yoursay: Muhyiddin needs to step up his game as home minister

Yoursay: Muhyiddin needs to step up his game as home minister

YOURSAY | 'Muhyiddin, why does it take an MP to speak up openly before you react?'
Yoursay: Enough with S’wak vs Peninsular talk – we’re one nation

Yoursay: Enough with S’wak vs Peninsular talk – we’re one nation

YOURSAY | ‘All this ‘noise’ is because the state election is around the corner.’
Culture matters when it comes to mental health

Culture matters when it comes to mental health

COMMENT | Viewing patients against their cultural backgrounds may help with better diagnosis and treatments.

PKR veep says sorry for careless statements; Harapan cash handout under spotlight

PKR veep says sorry for careless statements; Harapan cash handout under spotlight

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