Archive - 22 January 2019

Worker killed in Subang construction site collapse

Worker killed in Subang construction site collapse

Police say the victim, known only as Kassim, fell down 14m along with steel rods and cement.

No rush to find model to replace Bernas - Salahuddin

No rush to find model to replace Bernas - Salahuddin

Agriculture minister says a special committee is in the process of reviewing several proposed models.

Police: Body of Penang Bridge crash victim still intact

Police: Body of Penang Bridge crash victim still intact

The body of Moey Yun Peng, 20, was found strapped to the driver's seat.

'Dad I'm really scared' - Cardiff City player sends message before plane disappears

'Dad I'm really scared' - Cardiff City player sends message before plane disappears

UPDATED 11.51AM, 23 JAN | Argentine paper publishes last message Emiliano Sala apparently sent to friends.

International anti-graft fund named after Mahathir

International anti-graft fund named after Mahathir

IAACA says the Dr Mahathir Mohamad Fund will help anti-graft officers to carry out their duties.

Rashid mulls legal action after DPM speech bungle

Rashid mulls legal action after DPM speech bungle

Deputy Dewan Rakyat speaker wants event organiser to rectify the situation and clear his name.

Child sex offence - second arrest warrant for ex-national athlete

Child sex offence - second arrest warrant for ex-national athlete

Mohd Shadzwan Kamarulzaman is charged with inciting a child to an act of gross indecency.

SUV in Penang Bridge crash retrieved

SUV in Penang Bridge crash retrieved

UPDATED 7PM | Body of 20-year-old student found in the driver's seat of the Mazda CX5.

1MDB thievery already stopped, now help rakyat - Rafizi to gov't

1MDB thievery already stopped, now help rakyat - Rafizi to gov't

PKR veep says the first priority should be to find suitable employment for the youth.

We abolished the ISA, why not the Sedition Act?

We abolished the ISA, why not the Sedition Act?

COMMENT | Malaysia post-Sedition Act will be the same as Malaysia post-ISA – peaceful, calm, and orderly.

Kit Siang: Ramli's ex-top cop post symbolises failure, not success

Kit Siang: Ramli's ex-top cop post symbolises failure, not success

He asks if will it take another 60 years to produce another high ranking Orang Asli police officer.

MAHB, 3 airline companies join hands to promote M'sian palm oil

MAHB, 3 airline companies join hands to promote M'sian palm oil

They will aim to boost the Primary Industries Ministry-initiated campaign.

After two charges, C4 highlights Ku Nan's role in another land deal

After two charges, C4 highlights Ku Nan's role in another land deal

Watchdog group says connection between Tengku Adnan and company directors raise queries of conflict of interest.
Penang water company slams MCA for objecting to proposed tariff hike

Penang water company slams MCA for objecting to proposed tariff hike

Both the state's population and water demand have increased since 2008, the company's CEO points out in justifying a review. 

Gerakan to assess contesting in Semenyih by-election

Gerakan to assess contesting in Semenyih by-election

The decision would also depend on the outcome of this Saturday's Cameron Highlands by-election, says president Dominic Lau.

Annuar claims Dr M 'secretly' wants BN to win in Cameron polls

Annuar claims Dr M 'secretly' wants BN to win in Cameron polls

CAMERON POLLS | This because Mahathir feels 'trapped' in dealing with DAP, alleges Umno sec-gen.

Why the 'monkey' vests for community service?

Why the 'monkey' vests for community service?

LETTER | Even convicts deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

Permits for Cameron farmers just approval letters, claims DAP rep

Permits for Cameron farmers just approval letters, claims DAP rep

CAMERON POLLS | Chiong Yoke Kong tells voters not to fall for MB's 'help each other' remark.

Tan Kok Wai plays up dangers of Umno-PAS alliance in Cameron

Tan Kok Wai plays up dangers of Umno-PAS alliance in Cameron

CAMERON POLLS | He says a BN win will allow greater cooperation between the two parties that'll 'damage ' the country.

Plus proposes speed cameras on Penang Bridge

Plus proposes speed cameras on Penang Bridge

This after the recent incident which saw a Mazda CX-5 plunge into the sea after a collision. 

Singapore student defends grilling Dr M at Oxford Union talk

Singapore student defends grilling Dr M at Oxford Union talk

Darrion Mohan also claims Mahathir's concession that it is 'neutral and international waters' undermines Malaysia's initial claim.
DPM's office says her name misused in speech on high-speed broadband

DPM's office says her name misused in speech on high-speed broadband

The speech read out at the launching was neither approved by Dr Wan Azizah or her office, nor did she assign someone else to read it, it says. 

Turkey planning international investigation into Khashoggi case - minister

Turkey planning international investigation into Khashoggi case - minister

Some Western countries are also trying to cover-up the journalist's murder, says Turkish foreign minister. 

Translator in Altantuya family's RM100m suit passes defence challenge

Translator in Altantuya family's RM100m suit passes defence challenge

Court rules Enkhjin Batbilig is competent for the job, despite the argument that she lacks experience in court matters. 

Daim cautions on rise of Chinese 5G tech

Daim cautions on rise of Chinese 5G tech

He says the country could face an encroachment of 'digital sovereignty'.
After years of neglect, simmering calls from Cameron's Orang Asli for change

After years of neglect, simmering calls from Cameron's Orang Asli for change

CAMERON POLLS | One particular polling district is serving as Harapan's launchpad to win the community's allegiance. 

A year on, father of teen who committed suicide seeks justice

A year on, father of teen who committed suicide seeks justice

 M Vasantha Piriya's father also laments that he was not called to testify at the inquest.

Putrajaya's injunction bid on Orang Asli land fixed on April 14

Putrajaya's injunction bid on Orang Asli land fixed on April 14

The bid against five companies is for allegedly encroaching into native customary land in Gua Musang.

KJ criticises Finance Ministry's 'politically motivated' tweet

KJ criticises Finance Ministry's 'politically motivated' tweet

Another Umno MP accuses Lim of making 'kongsi gelap-like' threats to influence the Cameron Highlands by-election.
Ex-press secretary's NST appointment is board's decision, says Daim

Ex-press secretary's NST appointment is board's decision, says Daim

UPDATED 3.32PM | He denies that Rashid Yusof's appointment shows Harapan's intent to take over the English daily. 

BN-PAS ties continue to blossom as they plan for Semenyih polls together

BN-PAS ties continue to blossom as they plan for Semenyih polls together

SEMENYIH POLLS | PAS sits in during Selangor BN meeting on possible candidates.

Najib delaying trial, but graft easier to prove than sodomy - Kadir

Najib delaying trial, but graft easier to prove than sodomy - Kadir

Veteran newsman adds that the only tactic Najib hasn't used is to pretend that he is sick.

Israel ban: Jalur Gemilang flown high in Palestine stadiums

Israel ban: Jalur Gemilang flown high in Palestine stadiums

Show of support for the move to stop athletes from the country participating in a paralympic event.

Daim: I will continue to advise PM, gov't, as and when needed

Daim: I will continue to advise PM, gov't, as and when needed

UPDATED 5.01PM | The former minister says this when asked about his status in the gov't, and link to PM Dr Mahathir. 

Daim doesn't think China using Jho Low as ECRL bargaining chip

Daim doesn't think China using Jho Low as ECRL bargaining chip

The government adviser also says Putrajaya is hoping for a speedy resolution to the project.

'Death sentence possible under drugs law, even if judge unconvinced'

'Death sentence possible under drugs law, even if judge unconvinced'

Ramkarpal Singh says judges should be allowed to decide especially if it concerns the life of an accused. 

Sudan freezes credentials of two journalists covering protests

Sudan freezes credentials of two journalists covering protests

The country's information ministry says the freeze will last until both journalists' status are reviewed.

PKR MP gives Harapan gov't 'B+' for effort, performance

PKR MP gives Harapan gov't 'B+' for effort, performance

Fahmi says the first six months had been about learning the ropes and how gov't machinery works.

Northern Ireland police respond to three security alerts, days after car bomb

Northern Ireland police respond to three security alerts, days after car bomb

Five people have been arrested since the attack.

In BN fortress, Amanah defends DAP against 'anti-Islam' charge

In BN fortress, Amanah defends DAP against 'anti-Islam' charge

CAMERON POLLS | Mat Sabu says Umno and PAS have nothing else to talk about besides 'threats' to race and religion.

Body of slain journalist found in northwest Mexico

Body of slain journalist found in northwest Mexico

State prosecutors say Rafael Murua Manriquez's body had wounds in the thorax.

Democrat Kamala Harris jumps into 2020 White House race

Democrat Kamala Harris jumps into 2020 White House race

The senator joins what is expected to be a crowded field to challenge Trump, the likely Republican candidate.
Mahathir: Harapan not affected by infighting within component parties

Mahathir: Harapan not affected by infighting within component parties

'The parties are equally strong and we have to reach a consensus when we have anything to decide'.

Death toll from Mexico pipeline blast reaches 91, Pemex defends response

Death toll from Mexico pipeline blast reaches 91, Pemex defends response

It is not clear if there were attempts to shut off the fuel supply in the pipeline before the blast occurred. 

Report: BN had plans to drive out indebted Felda settlers

Report: BN had plans to drive out indebted Felda settlers

CAMERON POLLS | This, Bersatu Youth exco claims, is why BN had saddled the settlers with high debts.
Moves in place to court Bersatu into Sabah - report

Moves in place to court Bersatu into Sabah - report

This despite the Harapan component's promise to local ally Warisan that it would not set up a state chapter.

PM May tries to tweak defeated Brexit plan, refuses to rule out no-deal

PM May tries to tweak defeated Brexit plan, refuses to rule out no-deal

She says another referendum would strengthen the hand of those seeking to break up the United Kingdom.
EC must act against Harapan's blatant abuse of the law and ethics

EC must act against Harapan's blatant abuse of the law and ethics

LETTER | Time for EC chairman to act without fear or favour.

Day 11: Packed schedule ahead for Najib as polls near

Day 11: Packed schedule ahead for Najib as polls near

CAMERON POLLS DAY 11 | Former PM returns to the highlands to stump for BN candidate Ramli Mohd Nor.

M’sia committed to attract sustainable FDI from Chinese companies

M’sia committed to attract sustainable FDI from Chinese companies

MP SPEAKS | Over 50 pct manufacturing FDI from Chinese companies came after GE14.
Yoursay: Will water tariff hike see reduction in consumption?

Yoursay: Will water tariff hike see reduction in consumption?

YOURSAY | ‘It is not right to increase tariff to fund future projects.’
Yoursay: Dancing AG and judiciary – look at the context

Yoursay: Dancing AG and judiciary – look at the context

YOURSAY | ‘It is somewhat ridiculous to hold that breaking bread together is acceptable, but not breaking into dance.’
Umno, PAS lament GE14 'tragedy'; MPs slam Sedition Act defence

Umno, PAS lament GE14 'tragedy'; MPs slam Sedition Act defence

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

Come on, Malaysia, let’s twist again

Come on, Malaysia, let’s twist again

COMMENT | Research finds that dancing and learning the steps is the best form of exercise for the brain.

More problems if BN continued ruling - Tok Pa

More problems if BN continued ruling - Tok Pa

CAMERON POLLS | In his first time campaigning for Harapan, the ex-Umno leader urges voters to support Dr M's team.

Gov’t: IRC made 223 suggestions on integrity, governance, graft prevention

Gov’t: IRC made 223 suggestions on integrity, governance, graft prevention

The reforms committee's recommendations are for areas now under GIACC’s purview, says deputy minister Hanipa Maidin.
34 injured by fire crackers in Batu Caves

34 injured by fire crackers in Batu Caves

Two men have been detained following the incident.

Dr M: Increase in number of reported corruption cases due to gov’t’s anti-graft efforts

Dr M: Increase in number of reported corruption cases due to gov’t’s anti-graft efforts

This is as people are no longer afraid to come forward and are given protection, the PM says.
Minister: Indian community getting more attention under Harapan gov’t

Minister: Indian community getting more attention under Harapan gov’t

Waytha Moorthy assures that RM100m allocated for them under Budget 2019 will raise their standard of living.