Archive - 17 January 2019

EC lodges police report over viral image of Cameron ballot papers

EC lodges police report over viral image of Cameron ballot papers

CAMERON POLLS | The commission will also inform MCMC to investigate the matter and take action accordingly.
BN can win Cameron with 3,000 majority, says Tajuddin

BN can win Cameron with 3,000 majority, says Tajuddin

The Umno supreme council member cites four reasons he believes will result in victory for the opposition.

Pregnant woman lodges police report over husband's death in custody

Pregnant woman lodges police report over husband's death in custody

UPDATED 11PM | M Thinagaran, 31, purportedly hung himself while in remand, the maritime enforcement agency claims.
Specify when TOL issues will be settled, DAP reps tell Pahang MB

Specify when TOL issues will be settled, DAP reps tell Pahang MB

CAMERON POLLS | Party youth leaders say time is of utmost importance for farmers to conduct their businesses legally.
Nik Aziz and the missing cross

Nik Aziz and the missing cross

Former PAS supporters club president Hu Pang Chaw recalls an incident when the PAS spiritual leader was Kelantan menteri besar.
Gov't considering curfew for teens below 18 to prevent drug abuse

Gov't considering curfew for teens below 18 to prevent drug abuse

A bill on hallucinogens also being formulated to address glue-sniffing, psychotropic medicine abuse among teens

Laundrette cat killing: Taxi driver jailed

Laundrette cat killing: Taxi driver jailed

The other person caught on tape committing the crime is still at large.

Article not a fair representation of Cendana

Article not a fair representation of Cendana

LETTER | Cendana is supported by the Malaysian government and reports to the Communications and Multimedia Ministry.
Prosecution objects 'vigorously' to Najib's bid to delay SRC trial

Prosecution objects 'vigorously' to Najib's bid to delay SRC trial

UPDATED 8.18PM | The defence is purportedly seeking indefinite postponement of the trial pending appeals on three interlocutory bids. 

Minister welcomes Umno Youth's move to monitor prices

Minister welcomes Umno Youth's move to monitor prices

Saifuddin Nasution said the move was "exemplary" and should be applauded.
After 12 years, Altantuya's father to testify in RM100m suit

After 12 years, Altantuya's father to testify in RM100m suit

Setev Shaariibuu is expected to take the stand on Tuesday or Wednesday at the Shah Alam High Court.

Time to update laws on electoral expenses and political financing

Time to update laws on electoral expenses and political financing

LETTER | Currently, certain provisions of the law are obsolete and unrealistic.

Bersih sees red over Guan Eng playing 'patronage' card

Bersih sees red over Guan Eng playing 'patronage' card

He said Cameron Highlands may lag in development if a Harapan representative is not elected.
M'sia plans to expand to new palm oil markets

M'sia plans to expand to new palm oil markets

This includes opening up new markets in Turkey, Iran and Pakistan, says deputy primary industries minister.

Acting Agong grants audience to Kit Siang

Acting Agong grants audience to Kit Siang

According to Liew Chin Tong, this is the first time Sultan Nazrin Shah and the DAP veteran have met. 

Appellate court upholds 'lawyer defrauded Orang Asli' decision

Appellate court upholds 'lawyer defrauded Orang Asli' decision

The father-son lawyer team had used part of the compensation money to buy 27 condo units.
Goldman should take responsibility for failing to protect 1MDB's interests - Najib

Goldman should take responsibility for failing to protect 1MDB's interests - Najib

Ex-PM says this after Goldman Sachs CEO apologises to M'sians for ex-banker's role in 1MDB scandal. 

NACP will pack more punch in reducing corruption - Abu Kassim

NACP will pack more punch in reducing corruption - Abu Kassim

INTERVIEW | The plan outlines a total of 115 initiatives to minimise the opportunity for corrupt practices.

12 held over RM23 million Paip projects released on bail

12 held over RM23 million Paip projects released on bail

They are being probed by MACC on alleged corruption and power abuse in Pengurusan Air Pahang Bhd projects.
Mujahid: Don't sensationalise Penang cross issue

Mujahid: Don't sensationalise Penang cross issue

'We have to be fair, and the developer should also be sensitive to such issues,' says minister. 
Dr M to hit campaign trail, Guan Eng says 'harapan' on him to boost support

Dr M to hit campaign trail, Guan Eng says 'harapan' on him to boost support

CAMERON POLLS | The PM is scheduled to make an appearance on the eve of polling day.

Day 6: Anwar says ministers at campaign 'adhering to election rules'

Day 6: Anwar says ministers at campaign 'adhering to election rules'

CAMERON POLLS DAY 6 | He says this is as they have not announced any special allocations while campaigning.

MB: We have ways to prevent Ramli from jumping ship

MB: We have ways to prevent Ramli from jumping ship

CAMERON POLLS | Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail says BN has learned from experience.

'BN's in my heart', Ramli declares amidst party-jumping speculation

'BN's in my heart', Ramli declares amidst party-jumping speculation

CAMERON POLLS | He responds to speculation he may move to Harapan or become an independent MP, should he win.

Penang exco orders City Hall to probe building lit with a cross

Penang exco orders City Hall to probe building lit with a cross

This comes after a PAS leader alleged the developer had evangelical leanings.
The 32 agencies under the Economic Affairs Ministry's purview

The 32 agencies under the Economic Affairs Ministry's purview

List includes all 13 state economic development corporations and wealth redistribution agencies such as Felda. 

Anger over firefighter's death - PAS' fortress poised to turn blue

Anger over firefighter's death - PAS' fortress poised to turn blue

CAMERON POLLS | Villagers are also blaming the government for the low price of rubber.

BRT expert sweet-talking Penang into installing bus system?

BRT expert sweet-talking Penang into installing bus system?

LETTER | It will be good if we can also hear from experts of other public transport modes.
Forest City affordable housing: Ministry awaits developer's plan

Forest City affordable housing: Ministry awaits developer's plan

UPDATED 3.51PM | Zuraida Kamaruddin reiterates that foreigners are not banned from buying housing units there.

Refrain from airing grievances publicly, ex-Spad employees urged

Refrain from airing grievances publicly, ex-Spad employees urged

Transport Ministry sec-gen points to internal complaint channel, adds that going public could affect efforts to find new jobs.  

Is Dr M still championing racism and patronage?

Is Dr M still championing racism and patronage?

COMMENT | Seeing everything through a racial lens in a rush to make Anwar PM does not help anyone.
PAS to make way for BN in Semenyih

PAS to make way for BN in Semenyih

It claims this is because BN had a bigger vote share in the 14th general election.
Mahathir, Macky Sall hold talks in Dakar

Mahathir, Macky Sall hold talks in Dakar

The PM, who is on a two-day visit to Senegal, will also attend a conference.

Court wants CJ to reply to challenge by Karpal's daughter

Court wants CJ to reply to challenge by Karpal's daughter

UPDATED 1.59PM | She had alleged that he had failed to protect and defend the integrity of the judiciary in regards to two cases.
China brushes off global outrage over death sentence for Canadian

China brushes off global outrage over death sentence for Canadian

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accuses China of 'arbitrarily' applying the death penalty in the case.

M'sia to double palm oil use in biodiesel by 2020 - minister

M'sia to double palm oil use in biodiesel by 2020 - minister

This aims to reduce high domestic stockpiles and boost sustainable energy sources, says Teresa Kok. 

Perak MACC detains three civil servants, supplier

Perak MACC detains three civil servants, supplier

State director says they are being investigated under the MACC Act over corruption.

'Cross' debacle: Penang DCM urges developers to be more ethical

'Cross' debacle: Penang DCM urges developers to be more ethical

'Why invite trouble by putting on display that which just might be used to provoke anger?' asks Ramasamy. 

New job of US vice president's wife sparks LGBT furore

New job of US vice president's wife sparks LGBT furore

Karen Pence will be teaching twice-weekly art classes at Immanuel Christian School.
May's Brexit next steps: A new approach and will it work?

May's Brexit next steps: A new approach and will it work?

May has already set out the terms on which she is willing to talk.

Altantuya's family wants police statements on murder probe made public

Altantuya's family wants police statements on murder probe made public

This includes the statement of Musa Safri, the aide-de-camp to then DPM, Najib. 

Bar Council must intervene in Sangeet's case against CJ

Bar Council must intervene in Sangeet's case against CJ

LETTER | Malaysia is undergoing a judicial crisis, for there have been many alleged interferences in the judiciary.

Kit Siang: 'Roti canai' roads proof Najib failed Cameron Orang Asli

Kit Siang: 'Roti canai' roads proof Najib failed Cameron Orang Asli

CAMERON POLLS | DAP veteran says the terrible conditions of the roads had to be seen to be believed.

US sees Palestinian state on most of West Bank, some of East Jerusalem: Israeli TV

US sees Palestinian state on most of West Bank, some of East Jerusalem: Israeli TV

It will have its capital in East Jerusalem - but not including the holy sites.
Kenya hotel siege over, militants and at least 21 victims dead

Kenya hotel siege over, militants and at least 21 victims dead

Fifty people remained unaccounted for, however, raising the possibility of a much higher final death toll.
May survives no-confidence vote, vows to end Brexit stalemate

May survives no-confidence vote, vows to end Brexit stalemate

MPs voted 325 to 306 that they had confidence in May’s government.

Does Malaysia need hate speech laws?

Does Malaysia need hate speech laws?

COMMENT | Let’s first have public education and open discussions on whether such laws are essential in 'new Malaysia'.

Yoursay: Can, or will, Harapan leaders take on religious extremists?

Yoursay: Can, or will, Harapan leaders take on religious extremists?

YOURSAY | Today the cross, tomorrow Year of the Pig.
Goldman Sachs CEO apologises to the people of Malaysia

Goldman Sachs CEO apologises to the people of Malaysia

But he says the bank had conducted due diligence before every transaction.
Yoursay: ‘Victim-shaming’ textbook shows education gone awry

Yoursay: ‘Victim-shaming’ textbook shows education gone awry

YOURSAY | ‘No wonder so many parents have stopped sending their kids to national schools.’
Pushing Mahathir into consensus mode

Pushing Mahathir into consensus mode

QUESTION TIME | The Harapan coalition parties must exert their influence to ensure policies reflect the majority view.

Harapan may wrest Cameron from BN if Ramli elected, says source

Harapan may wrest Cameron from BN if Ramli elected, says source

CAMERON POLLS | BN leader claims the ruling coalition has started to woo the former top cop.

Cameron voters urged to opt for development; MACC probes 'fake' fireproof suits

Cameron voters urged to opt for development; MACC probes 'fake' fireproof suits

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