Archive - 23 January 2019

French imports could be curbed if palm oil use restricted

French imports could be curbed if palm oil use restricted

Dr M says in letter to Macron that trade relationship depends on mutual respect for each other’s commodities.

Both BN and PAS agreed on Cameron candidate, Khalil says

Both BN and PAS agreed on Cameron candidate, Khalil says

CAMERON POLLS | 'We move together for the success of the BN candidate,' PAS Youth chief tells ceramah crowd.

Driver in Penang Bridge crash released on bail

Driver in Penang Bridge crash released on bail

Cops say they are still waiting on the results of the Toyota Vios driver's blood and alcohol tests.

Palestinian interests take priority - Saddiq on Israeli athlete ban

Palestinian interests take priority - Saddiq on Israeli athlete ban

Sports minister tells the BBC that Malaysia would lose its moral compass otherwise.

In last mile of Cameron race, candidates go all out to please voters

In last mile of Cameron race, candidates go all out to please voters

CAMERON POLLS | M Manogaran says in candidates' debate he might sue Pahang over Orang Asli land rights.

Over 100 laws set for amendment or repeal, says law minister

Over 100 laws set for amendment or repeal, says law minister

Included in the provisional list are Sosma, DDA, CMA, Poca and the Sedition Act.

Ultimately, the people will decide on next PM - Anwar

Ultimately, the people will decide on next PM - Anwar

PM-in-waiting also tells CNN that he has no reason to doubt Dr M's pledge to hand over the reins.

Kok seeks RM30m from PAS Youth leader over 'anti-Islam' claim

Kok seeks RM30m from PAS Youth leader over 'anti-Islam' claim

Syarhan Humaizi Halim given seven days to respond to the minister's demands.

'Kelantan will stop logging if it receives petroleum royalty'

'Kelantan will stop logging if it receives petroleum royalty'

Deputy MB says Putrajaya should expedite the payments if it really cares about the Orang Asli in the state.

WSJ: Alleged 1MDB key player says being made scapegoat by UAE

WSJ: Alleged 1MDB key player says being made scapegoat by UAE

Khadem al-Qubaisi also claims that Emirati authorities are forcing him to sign off his assets to a private company.

HK moves to make disrespecting Chinese national anthem a crime

HK moves to make disrespecting Chinese national anthem a crime

The controversial bill suggests up to three years' jail and a HK$50k fine for the offence.

Neither US nor China should see M'sia as its proxy - Chin Tong

Neither US nor China should see M'sia as its proxy - Chin Tong

Deputy minister also urges Beijing to take a 'softer' approach to nations in Southeast Asia.

Loke meets S'pore counterpart for third time on airspace dispute

Loke meets S'pore counterpart for third time on airspace dispute

S'pore Transport Minister suggests mutual suspension of RA over Pasir Gudang and ILS at Seletar Airport.

'Claimed termination of CCCC not discussed in cabinet'

'Claimed termination of CCCC not discussed in cabinet'

Three ministers say they are not aware of any such termination as reported by the media.

Umno Youth wants 'dancing pair' AG, CJ to break their silence

Umno Youth wants 'dancing pair' AG, CJ to break their silence

The wing's chief says the question of whether the code of ethics has been violated must be addressed.

Thailand to hold first general election since 2014 coup

Thailand to hold first general election since 2014 coup

Its election commission announces that the polls will be held on March 24.

Hiring outsiders 'takes time', minister fills vacancies with party members

Hiring outsiders 'takes time', minister fills vacancies with party members

Salahuddin says he 'took time to scrutinise their qualifications, experience and track record' before appointing them.

Immigration to probe alleged bullying of French researcher

Immigration to probe alleged bullying of French researcher

DG Khairul Dzaimee also vows to cooperate with cops since reports have been lodged.

Trans community open to learning about Islam, not forced 'conversion'

Trans community open to learning about Islam, not forced 'conversion'

As activist Khartini Slamah notes, clerics often demand that they change back to their 'true selves' first.

Nothing wrong with curfew for teens

Nothing wrong with curfew for teens

LETTER | Curfews can be important to teach teenagers to be disciplined in terms of honouring their promises.
PM wants Malaysia to stop being seen as corrupt

PM wants Malaysia to stop being seen as corrupt

Mahathir tells IAACA conference in Vienna that it has been difficult to mend this perception.

Perhaps a joget for Opening of Legal Year 2020?

Perhaps a joget for Opening of Legal Year 2020?

LETTER | The Malaysian judiciary, like its counterparts in many jurisdictions, has had its fair share of the evils.
Hadi: In the West, heads would roll over AG, CJ's 'twist'

Hadi: In the West, heads would roll over AG, CJ's 'twist'

PAS president says the position of an AG or judge is not the same as a performer.

MCA activists badger Kit Siang on death penalty abolition

MCA activists badger Kit Siang on death penalty abolition

CAMERON POLLS | Division leader says he merely wanted to get the DAP leader's support for a petition.

CM reminds Gerakan that PDC not taken over by Putrajaya

CM reminds Gerakan that PDC not taken over by Putrajaya

Chow Kon Yeow says that as the Gerakan deputy, Oh Tong Keong should be more responsible with his statements.

S'gor MACC arrests ex-DAP rep over false claims

S'gor MACC arrests ex-DAP rep over false claims

He is likely to be charged at the Sessions Court in Shah Alam tomorrow. 

Gov't mulls raising expat salary threshold to RM5k to protect locals

Gov't mulls raising expat salary threshold to RM5k to protect locals

M Kulasegaran says this will be done to help reserve semi-skilled jobs for Malaysians.

Let's discuss equal rights solutions, women's groups tell gov't

Let's discuss equal rights solutions, women's groups tell gov't

This is vital to assist the government in initiating the necessary legal reforms, they say.

Minister announces cancellation of Telom Dam project

Minister announces cancellation of Telom Dam project

UPDATED 5PM | CAMERON POLLS | Yeo Bee Yin says her ministry made the decision on Oct 3 last year.

9 months, still childless - Najib trolls gov't on manifesto non-deliveries

9 months, still childless - Najib trolls gov't on manifesto non-deliveries

CAMERON POLLS | He claims the people have been deceived by Harapan's claims.
Report on Senate reforms ready in March, says Yusmadi

Report on Senate reforms ready in March, says Yusmadi

The proposals contained within aim to get rid of the body's 'rubber stamp image'.
Bridge crash: Family asks to stop sharing victim's picture

Bridge crash: Family asks to stop sharing victim's picture

 'We want to remember him as the handsome and cheerful boy,' says one family member.

Wan Azizah claims Umno sec-gen misdiagnosed Dr M's heart

Wan Azizah claims Umno sec-gen misdiagnosed Dr M's heart

CAMERON POLLS | She says there is no truth to the claim that Mahathir is secretly rooting for BN.

Cousin: Altantuya wanted money from Razak Baginda for unpaid work

Cousin: Altantuya wanted money from Razak Baginda for unpaid work

Burmma Oyunchimeg says this was the reason for the Mongolian national's final trip to Malaysia.

Gov't agency's unit head remanded over alleged false claims

Gov't agency's unit head remanded over alleged false claims

This is to facilitate the MACC’s probe over claims of more than RM9,000.

Public university asst director, admin asst in remand for corruption

Public university asst director, admin asst in remand for corruption

MACC is investigating them for accepting more than RM30,000 as gratification.

Minister orders probe into use of gov't vehicles for campaigning

Minister orders probe into use of gov't vehicles for campaigning

His deputy Tengku Zulpuri vows to clarify the matter at a press conference tomorrow.

Isa Samad applies for documents on approval for condo purchase

Isa Samad applies for documents on approval for condo purchase

This is with regard to a suit filed by FGV Holdings against him and its former president Mohd Emir Mavani Abdullah.

Hadi has serious character flaw, unlike Nik Aziz - Kit Siang

Hadi has serious character flaw, unlike Nik Aziz - Kit Siang

DAP veteran claims he never said PAS nominated Hadi to be PM-designate.
I never met Altantuya! Najib accuses her cousin of lying

I never met Altantuya! Najib accuses her cousin of lying

Former PM dismisses Burmaa Oyunchimeg's testimony on 'Paris photograph' as slander.

Tengku Adnan maintains not guilty plea to RM2m bribery charge

Tengku Adnan maintains not guilty plea to RM2m bribery charge

The High Court temporary releases his passport until next case mention on Feb 28.

MCA wants deputy speaker probed over DPM speech bungle

MCA wants deputy speaker probed over DPM speech bungle

Chew Mei Fun claims by giving speech, Rashid Hasnon engaged in suspected impersonation, CBT and abuse of power. 

Umno, PAS desperate for power: Raja Bahrin

Umno, PAS desperate for power: Raja Bahrin

He says they are willing to turn their backs on true Islamic teachings to obtain power.
Ahead of SRC trial, Najib croons about his innocence

Ahead of SRC trial, Najib croons about his innocence

He does a cover version of a Black Dog Bone hit but with twisted lyrics.
Army corporal charged with sexual assault on daughter

Army corporal charged with sexual assault on daughter

He is charged with committing the offence at their house in December last year.
Deputy minister: Najib, BN had years in power to provide affordable homes

Deputy minister: Najib, BN had years in power to provide affordable homes

Raja Bahrin takes jab at ex-PM for questioning Harapan over lack of affordable home schemes.  

Harapan using gov't vehicle – Kit Siang passes the wheel to campaign director

Harapan using gov't vehicle – Kit Siang passes the wheel to campaign director

CAMERON POLLS | The DAP veteran has 'no comment' regarding the matter.

Cousin reaffirms seeing photo of Altantuya and 'DPM Razak' in Paris

Cousin reaffirms seeing photo of Altantuya and 'DPM Razak' in Paris

UPDATED 1.25PM | Burmaa Oyunchimeg testifies in the RM100 million suit filed by Altantuya's family over her death.

'Datuk' among three in remand for corruption, false claims of RM1.8m

'Datuk' among three in remand for corruption, false claims of RM1.8m

Two of them are company directors while the third is an insurance agent.

Does DAP condone litigation against a farmer?

Does DAP condone litigation against a farmer?

COMMENT | Why didn't Sivanesan just deny the allegation if false and seek clarification?

Penang Bridge crash: What justice entails

Penang Bridge crash: What justice entails

COMMENT | We must also examine the root problem, seek ways to make progress and solve it once and for all.
Report: CCM top gun's son hands files to MACC on RM500m project

Report: CCM top gun's son hands files to MACC on RM500m project

This comes after anti-graft body conducted its fifth raid in relation to the case last week. 

Car destroyed, Bruce Lee-style

Car destroyed, Bruce Lee-style

A man flew into a rage and proceeded to damage his sister's car with a pair of wooden nunchakus, police say.

'Hadi for PM' - PAS chief cannot recall what Kit Siang remembers

'Hadi for PM' - PAS chief cannot recall what Kit Siang remembers

'Maybe Lim Kit Siang has a better memory, or a better assumption,' the PAS leader says.

Day 12: PAS Youth chief urges Cameron voters to back Ramli

Day 12: PAS Youth chief urges Cameron voters to back Ramli

CAMERON POLLS | Muhammad Khalil Abdul Hadi says both his party and BN agreed upon the coalition's candidate.

Indonesia backtracks on unconditional release of cleric linked to Bali bombing

Indonesia backtracks on unconditional release of cleric linked to Bali bombing

Convicts eligible for early release are required to pledge loyalty to the state.
Forgive Umno, Nik Aziz's son tells PAS members to emulate Hadi

Forgive Umno, Nik Aziz's son tells PAS members to emulate Hadi

CAMERON POLLS | Nik Abduh says this during a ceramah in support of BN candidate Ramli Mohd Nor.
British opposition leader pushes for new Brexit referendum

British opposition leader pushes for new Brexit referendum

This is the first time Labour puts forward in parliament the possibility of a second vote.

Yoursay: Inexcusable for ex-CJ to make an error of facts

Yoursay: Inexcusable for ex-CJ to make an error of facts

YOURSAY | ‘How did he become a CJ in the first place when establishment of facts is paramount?’
Company insists permission granted for use of DPM's speech text

Company insists permission granted for use of DPM's speech text

The firm's chairperson says it received the green light from the Wan Azizah's political secretary, according to FMT.

Yoursay: Harapan snatching defeat from the jaws of victory in Cameron

Yoursay: Harapan snatching defeat from the jaws of victory in Cameron

YOURSAY | ‘For sure, BN stands a good chance if you add PAS voters in GE14.’
Cameron Highlands polls will make or break Najib's political comeback

Cameron Highlands polls will make or break Najib's political comeback

MP SPEAKS | If BN loses, the former premier’s hopes of ‘legitimising 1MDB’ scandal would be dashed too.

Not seditious to ask for abolition of Sedition Act

Not seditious to ask for abolition of Sedition Act

LETTER | There should be no hesitation in repealing a law that has gone well past its expiry date.

Maszlee: Happiness, love, mutual respect - keys to strengthen education system

Maszlee: Happiness, love, mutual respect - keys to strengthen education system

These, he hopes, would create a fun, safe and positive learning environment.

Amid palm oil dispute, Saifuddin urges deferral of Asean-EU partnership

Amid palm oil dispute, Saifuddin urges deferral of Asean-EU partnership

Foreign minister says it is ‘unfair’ to generalise palm oil as a threat to the environment.
DPM's office claims name misused at function; Umno, PAS continue working together

DPM's office claims name misused at function; Umno, PAS continue working together

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
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French researcher accuses KLIA2 Immigration officers of bullying

French researcher accuses KLIA2 Immigration officers of bullying

Sophie Lemière arrives in M'sia to attend a conference organised by the Defence Ministry.