Archive - 15 January 2019

Mat Sabu didn't fly to Cameron nomination in army chopper - Mindef

Mat Sabu didn't fly to Cameron nomination in army chopper - Mindef

CAMERON POLLS | It says the picture was taken at a military camp three days before the Jan 12 nomination.

After poster count, Annuar thinks Harapan has exceeded spending limit

After poster count, Annuar thinks Harapan has exceeded spending limit

CAMERON POLLS | BN leader arrives at the estimation after counting the number of billboards and buntings.

Annuar: No decision yet on six MPs' possible return to Umno

Annuar: No decision yet on six MPs' possible return to Umno

If the six lawmakers have changed their minds, sec-gen says, their re-entry can be discussed.

Four remanded for alleged graft in RM7.7m school food project

Four remanded for alleged graft in RM7.7m school food project

Contractors are suspected of furnishing false documents to secure the Sabah Education Dept project.

'Water tariff hike was okayed by Najib's cabinet'

'Water tariff hike was okayed by Najib's cabinet'

Penang water supply corporation CEO says the mechanism was approved by the previous administration.

Dog poisoning suspect laments seizure of RM21k phone

Dog poisoning suspect laments seizure of RM21k phone

The phone was seized as part of a probe into the suspected poisoning of canines at his housing estate.

Rahim Noor: Southern Thai peace talks will be a 'very long process'

Rahim Noor: Southern Thai peace talks will be a 'very long process'

The ex-IGP says the challenge now is to unite the different separatist groups in the region.

Penang also plans to reduce water subsidies - chief minister

Penang also plans to reduce water subsidies - chief minister

This is included in the proposal to review the state's water tarrif.
Zuraida downplays veiled 'dictator' reference to party appointments

Zuraida downplays veiled 'dictator' reference to party appointments

UPDATED 8.29PM | She says her Utusan article was not meant to refer to any party or leader.

After MACC seizure, minister promises new suits for firefighters soon

After MACC seizure, minister promises new suits for firefighters soon

UPDATED 7.51PM | The anti-graft body had seized more than 6,000 'unsafe' suits in an ongoing probe.
Putrajaya's push to abolish death penalty too hasty, says ex-IGP

Putrajaya's push to abolish death penalty too hasty, says ex-IGP

Rahim Noor says little concern is paid to the wishes of murder victims' families.

PAS wants Harapan to open discussions to amend Act 355

PAS wants Harapan to open discussions to amend Act 355

The Kelantan state gov't will not give up in pursuing the cause, says state exco. 

How can Malaysia become a developed nation?

How can Malaysia become a developed nation?

LETTER | Take a leaf form the private sector.
Sivarraajh lodges MACC report against DAP over 'vote buying'

Sivarraajh lodges MACC report against DAP over 'vote buying'

CAMERON POLLS | The report is not to exact 'revenge' but to uphold justice, says the former MP.

Political funding bill to be completed by end-2020, says Abu Kassim

Political funding bill to be completed by end-2020, says Abu Kassim

INTERVIEW | GIACC director says the law is one of the top priorities in Putrajaya's new anti-corruption plan.

Malaysia's economic fundamentals remain strong - World Bank

Malaysia's economic fundamentals remain strong - World Bank

The country's diversified income stream would give it strength, says economist Richard Record. 

Lawyer calls on gov't to form RCI on allegations against judiciary

Lawyer calls on gov't to form RCI on allegations against judiciary

The call comes after the late Karpal Singh's daughter sues the chief justice for failing to defend the integrity of the judiciary.

No public holiday on Jan 31

No public holiday on Jan 31

MGCC says the date has been set for oath-taking ceremony, not installation. 

Deputy education minister: Alleged victim-shaming in 'school textbook' to be reviewed

Deputy education minister: Alleged victim-shaming in 'school textbook' to be reviewed

UPDATED 4.48PM | Teo Nie Ching says action will be taken to fix the matter.

EC to meet on Friday on Semenyih by-election

EC to meet on Friday on Semenyih by-election

This is to discuss the dates involved, as well as the electoral rolls to be used, says EC secretary. 

Was Harapan’s ‘duit minyak’ an election offence?

Was Harapan’s ‘duit minyak’ an election offence?

COMMENT | There is an urgent need to provide clarity in some areas of election law.

MACC confirms Azeez's rearrest over graft, money-laundering

MACC confirms Azeez's rearrest over graft, money-laundering

UPDATED 5.20PM | The former TH chairperson and his brother will be charged in court tomorrow.

'Legislate quota system to achieve 30pct women in politics target'

'Legislate quota system to achieve 30pct women in politics target'

It could take 145 years to have 50 pct female lawmakers otherwise, says social scientist Tan Beng Hui.

MACC probing 'flammable' fireproof suit for firefighters

MACC probing 'flammable' fireproof suit for firefighters

The anti-graft body is seeking mutual legal assistance over the matter from the UK.

Stop the intimidation, Bersih tells cops after duo summoned

Stop the intimidation, Bersih tells cops after duo summoned

The police have contacted two Bersih members over a memo they submitted to the EC last year.
Matta: Grant visa-free entry for Chinese, Indian tourists

Matta: Grant visa-free entry for Chinese, Indian tourists

Tan Kok Liang urges the gov't to entice these two top markets to boost Malaysia's tourism.

We were more united in the good old days

We were more united in the good old days

LETTER | Everyone got along rather well and became friends after school.
Need for a think-tank to tackle teenage pregnancy

Need for a think-tank to tackle teenage pregnancy

In Malaysia, an average of 18,000 teenagers get pregnant every year, statistics show. 

Tabung Haji deposits up by RM1b last year, says CEO

Tabung Haji deposits up by RM1b last year, says CEO

A total of 31,580 new accounts were opened, Zukri Samat says.

Sultan Abdullah pledges to continue father's legacy of people-centric reign

Sultan Abdullah pledges to continue father's legacy of people-centric reign

'I will be a shelter for the people who seek refuge when struck by misfortune and yearn for compassion in times of sadness.'

Prosecution wants decision to return Musa Aman's passport reviewed

Prosecution wants decision to return Musa Aman's passport reviewed

UPDATED 3.48PM | The former Sabah CM faces 35 graft charges and could be a flight risk, says DPP.  
Manogaran wants Pahang MB to resolve TOL issue

Manogaran wants Pahang MB to resolve TOL issue

CAMERON POLLS | Although there were a thousand applications, the Land Office only processed less than 10, he says.

Many ex-Spad staff mull quitting due to 'mismatched' positions - source

Many ex-Spad staff mull quitting due to 'mismatched' positions - source

The source claims that the staff were not consulted before being assigned to new positions, allegedly unrelated to their experience and qualifications.

Is this 'New Malaysia' but old politics, asks Gerakan veep

Is this 'New Malaysia' but old politics, asks Gerakan veep

Baljit Singh says this in reference to alleged vote-buying in the Cameron Highlands by-election campaign.
Najib appears a palatable option for Felda settlers hurting in Cameron

Najib appears a palatable option for Felda settlers hurting in Cameron

CAMERON POLLS | Payment came on time when BN was in power, unlike the current scenario, they lament. 

Tabung Haji: 2018 dividends will be paid, but don't hope for too much

Tabung Haji: 2018 dividends will be paid, but don't hope for too much

CEO Zukri Samat says the amount depends on the fund's financial performance.

Bersatu and the shaping of new realities

Bersatu and the shaping of new realities

COMMENT | While some are cynical, the battle for the heart and soul of Bersatu and Harapan is far from over.
Extend smoking ban to other public spaces, ensure strict enforcement

Extend smoking ban to other public spaces, ensure strict enforcement

ADUN SPEAKS | Other suggestions include prohibiting lighting up while driving.

Street sweeper touched by Negeri Sembilan state honour

Street sweeper touched by Negeri Sembilan state honour

Chan Mun Thye, 60, is feted with a PJK award for her 16 years' service in maintaining cleanliness. 

Guan Eng: I want M'sia to be a boring democracy, no more 1MDB

Guan Eng: I want M'sia to be a boring democracy, no more 1MDB

The finance minister is also confident that Putrajaya will recover money from Goldman Sachs, which benefited from 1MDB transactions. 

DBP adopts inclusive approach to empower Malay language - DG

DBP adopts inclusive approach to empower Malay language - DG

Abang Sallehuddin says currently the DBP was perceived to be too exclusive for the Malays.
PI Bala's widow seeks committal proceeding against Shafee, Azeez

PI Bala's widow seeks committal proceeding against Shafee, Azeez

 UPDATED 2.40PM | This is based on the roles they played in preventing Deepak from testifying. 

Day 4: 'Najib to hit campaign trail by popular demand'

Day 4: 'Najib to hit campaign trail by popular demand'

CAMERON POLLS DAY 4 | 'There are many voters here who hold him close to their hearts', says Annuar Musa.

After senator apologises, MCA accuses Kit Siang of lying

After senator apologises, MCA accuses Kit Siang of lying

CAMERON POLLS | 'Are DAP and Lim going to dismiss the threat on the Orang Asli as a small matter?'

AGC waives legal costs in Orang Asli's Telom dam case

AGC waives legal costs in Orang Asli's Telom dam case

This follows a plea by activists claiming they can't afford to make the payment.

Kayveas: I was loyal to BN but it 'betrayed' MyPPP

Kayveas: I was loyal to BN but it 'betrayed' MyPPP

'I was just (used as) decoration. It took a long time before we realised that we were fully used by the three largest BN component parties.'

New Zealand hospitals crippled as thousands of doctors strike

New Zealand hospitals crippled as thousands of doctors strike

The strike spotlights the difficulties PM Jacinda Ardern's gov't faces in delivering on its promise.
Kini Roundup: PKR senator apologises; MACC probes Immigration top brass changes

Kini Roundup: PKR senator apologises; MACC probes Immigration top brass changes

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are the key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

Ivanka Trump to help select candidate to lead World Bank - White House

Ivanka Trump to help select candidate to lead World Bank - White House

This after some reports touted her as a possible candidate for the post. 

Sultan Abdullah proclaimed Pahang sultan

Sultan Abdullah proclaimed Pahang sultan

UPDATED 2.21PM | The ascension to the throne entitles him to be on the list for election as the next Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Nice try on 'petrol bribery' claim, Kit Siang tells Najib

Nice try on 'petrol bribery' claim, Kit Siang tells Najib

DAP stalwart accuses the former premier of 'misquoting and distorting' the Election Court ruling on what constitutes bribery. 

Lion Air jet's second black box found

Lion Air jet's second black box found

It was found buried deep in soft mud on the sea floor in water about 30 metres.

Quo vadis, Harapan: A new dawn or back to decadent past?

Quo vadis, Harapan: A new dawn or back to decadent past?

COMMENT | Can we free ourselves from the bondage of the past and strike anew under this new regime?

China court sentences Canadian to death as diplomatic row deepens

China court sentences Canadian to death as diplomatic row deepens

Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau accuses China of using the death penalty arbitrarily.

May to force second vote on Brexit, likely to face defeat

May to force second vote on Brexit, likely to face defeat

The British parliament is widely expected to vote against May’s deal on Tuesday.
Yoursay: Wee takes a page from BN playbook over ‘volunteers’

Yoursay: Wee takes a page from BN playbook over ‘volunteers’

YOURSAY | ‘If the money was given to anyone other than those helping out, then it is bribery.’
Jaded, faded - Mahathir’s outdated policy prescriptions

Jaded, faded - Mahathir’s outdated policy prescriptions

QUESTION TIME | The PM obviously has no plan to improve the livelihood of the common Malay and all Malaysians.

Yoursay: Mahathir, too, should stop playing the race card

Yoursay: Mahathir, too, should stop playing the race card

YOURSAY | ‘Wealth distribution should not be used to justify racism.’
Why? Is the cross a jinx?

Why? Is the cross a jinx?

COMMENT | As a nation known for its multi-racial harmony and tolerance, we should not heed the bigots and extremists in our midst.

'Fair and equal?': Trans people's fight for legal gender recognition

'Fair and equal?': Trans people's fight for legal gender recognition

SPECIAL REPORT | How the state stands in the way of trans people seeking to change genders on their ICs.