Archive - 1 February 2019

Time to end repressive laws

Time to end repressive laws

LETTER | If all goes as announced, we are in for a major repair to our democratic ethos.
Art Harun, where art thine reform?

Art Harun, where art thine reform?

LETTER | These reform initiatives do not require any amendment to the Federal Constitution. So what are you waiting for?
Poca detentions based on offence - IGP

Poca detentions based on offence - IGP

Fuzi says only one individual still in detention under the act, while 56 others are under supervision.

MOE always open to suggestions, says minister

MOE always open to suggestions, says minister

This following a protest by school security guards in Putrajaya yesterday.
Putrajaya wants retraction of WHO bulletin's 'unscholarly' article on palm oil

Putrajaya wants retraction of WHO bulletin's 'unscholarly' article on palm oil

The demand was made during a meeting with the WHO representative to Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore Dr Lo Ying-Ru.
MySalam – it could've have been done better

MySalam – it could've have been done better

LETTER | The most halal, kosher or syariah-compliant way is that the donor donates without any strings attached.

We lost by-election due to PAS working with 'kafir' party - Dr M

We lost by-election due to PAS working with 'kafir' party - Dr M

UPDATED 8.50PM | Dr M takes a jab at both PAS and Umno in his 'analysis' of why BN won the Cameron Highlands by-election.

Harapan to set up unit to tackle opposition accusations: Mahathir

Harapan to set up unit to tackle opposition accusations: Mahathir

The agency will also be tasked with sharing the government's success stories with the people.
Civil Rights and Race Relations Acts needed

Civil Rights and Race Relations Acts needed

LETTER | It is no secret that Malaysians face all forms of discrimination daily tolerating each and every one.
Dr M: Wait for ECRL talks to conclude

Dr M: Wait for ECRL talks to conclude

PM cannot reveal progress of talks, hopes for conclusion soon.
Minister: Not true 142 juveniles detained under Poca

Minister: Not true 142 juveniles detained under Poca

He says the figure refers to the total number of under18s arrested by including some who were subsequently released.
Bersih: Ex-EC commissioners' resignations not a ticket out of scrutiny

Bersih: Ex-EC commissioners' resignations not a ticket out of scrutiny

Given the grave allegations, Bersih says it will be 'unjust' to allow them to 'roam free and enjoy their pension'.
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Jakim officer gets show-cause letter for criticising 'political appointments' in Yadim

Jakim officer gets show-cause letter for criticising 'political appointments' in Yadim

The preacher has been given seven days to respond, following his remarks that are deemed 'against gov't policy'.

Family seeks donations to fund 12-year-old’s cancer treatment

Family seeks donations to fund 12-year-old’s cancer treatment

Abheelash Arunkumar has been diagnosed with brain cancer and has only three months to live, says his mother. 

Ex-EC chief not included in tribunal due to early resignation, says source

Ex-EC chief not included in tribunal due to early resignation, says source

The source adds this does not mean other agencies cannot investigate if Hashim Abdullah committed wrongdoings.

Landslide-hit project exempted from EIA report, NGOs told

Landslide-hit project exempted from EIA report, NGOs told

Penang CM points out the exemption was obtained from DOE in 2015.
Radio announcer apologises for insulting Tamil newspapers

Radio announcer apologises for insulting Tamil newspapers

In an audio recording, the THR Raaga host can be heard laughing and agreeing to a caller's rude remarks.

Petrol down 5 sen, diesel unchanged

Petrol down 5 sen, diesel unchanged

After midnight today, RON95 will trade at RM1.93 per litre while RON97 will trade at RM2.23 per litre.

Squeamish reality about circumcising girls in M’sia

Squeamish reality about circumcising girls in M’sia

COMMENT | There is no logic nor religious reasoning in support of this act.

Engage the Israelis on every platform available

Engage the Israelis on every platform available

Many sworn enemies have cast aside differences in the spirit of sports.
Dr M makes surprise visit to TBS in conjunction with CNY

Dr M makes surprise visit to TBS in conjunction with CNY

UPDATED 5.49PM | He spends almost an hour observing the terminal's operations during an unscheduled visit today.

Bukit Kukus landslide tragedy: Contractor blacklisted

Bukit Kukus landslide tragedy: Contractor blacklisted

CM says the contractor won't be given any new jobs.
Did PAS become a DAP tool, asks Malacca CM

Did PAS become a DAP tool, asks Malacca CM

Adly Zahari responds to allegations by PAS that Amanah is under DAP's control.

Probe into cross controversy to be revealed after CNY, says Penang CM

Probe into cross controversy to be revealed after CNY, says Penang CM

And mayor Yew Tung Seang declines to respond when asked why it could not be revealed now.
Institutionalised racism and fussy landlords are not the same thing

Institutionalised racism and fussy landlords are not the same thing

COMMENT | I can understand if cultural differences influence some people's criteria for renters.

'ECRL flip-flop derailing M'sia's credibility, Dr M must make a stand'

'ECRL flip-flop derailing M'sia's credibility, Dr M must make a stand'

Leadership is about making tough decisions and standing behind them. All parties involved deserve better, says Beijing-based political commentator Tom McGregor.

Malacca Gateway project is still ours, says developer

Malacca Gateway project is still ours, says developer

KAJ Development says it has not sold off project or any equity as widely speculated.

M'sia's inflation rate to average between 1.6 and 2pct this year - Guan Eng

M'sia's inflation rate to average between 1.6 and 2pct this year - Guan Eng

This is due to global uncertainties as a result of the US-China trade war

DAP MP wants AG to ensure ex-EC chief faces tribunal

DAP MP wants AG to ensure ex-EC chief faces tribunal

Khoo Poay Tiong is surprised that Hashim Abdullah is not included.

Trailer fire in Genting Sempah Tunnel causes 11km crawl

Trailer fire in Genting Sempah Tunnel causes 11km crawl

Traffic heading to East Coast is reportedly congested following the incident, which occurred at 1.37am. 

MCA invites Dr M and Najib for CNY open house

MCA invites Dr M and Najib for CNY open house

The party believes the Chinese New Year celebration is a time to bridge the divide.

DPM defends Harapan’s political appointments

DPM defends Harapan’s political appointments

They were based on merit, plus 'most of us have political affiliations anyway', she says.
Gov't must take note of 'widespread Malay unhappiness', says DPM

Gov't must take note of 'widespread Malay unhappiness', says DPM

UPDATED 1.14PM | Dr Wan Azizah says there must be a balance between populism and priorities in policymaking.

Harapan can win Semenyih, but must get its act together

Harapan can win Semenyih, but must get its act together

ADUN SPEAKS | The coalition cannot take support for granted, and must think seriously about its pre-GE14 pledges. 

Wan Azizah: Need to review use of Poca on juveniles

Wan Azizah: Need to review use of Poca on juveniles

UPDATED 12.53PM | DPM says juveniles ought to be given a chance to be rehabilitated.
Harapan should learn from Najib's tactics, says Ambiga

Harapan should learn from Najib's tactics, says Ambiga

The former PM did a lot of work on the ground, adds the lawyer.
Tribunal to probe ex-EC members is valid, political aide argues

Tribunal to probe ex-EC members is valid, political aide argues

All parties must stop making baseless statements on it, says Kit Siang’s political secretary Syahredzan Johan.

Deloitte to seek review of RM2.2mil fine for 1MDB breaches

Deloitte to seek review of RM2.2mil fine for 1MDB breaches

The audit firm intends to apply to the Securities Commission on this, saying it is 'disappointed with the decision'.

US court finds Syria liable for journalist Colvin's killing

US court finds Syria liable for journalist Colvin's killing

Renowned American journalist Marie Colvin was killed in 2012 while covering the Syrian civil war.
Yoursay: Semenyih polls another chance for people’s voice to be heard

Yoursay: Semenyih polls another chance for people’s voice to be heard

YOURSAY | Harapan needs to listen closely or this will be another hard lesson for them.
Let's start saving the pigs this year

Let's start saving the pigs this year

COMMENT | The Chinese Year of the Pig has the potential for positive cascading conservation effects on tigers.

The moderate Malay Muslim is a myth

The moderate Malay Muslim is a myth

COMMENT | So where are these so-called moderate Malay Muslims?

Airlines increase flights during CNY period

Airlines increase flights during CNY period

MAS, AirAsia and Malindo Air will increase seats to 64,382 on 14 specific routes.
Yoursay: 'It’s time to focus on reforms, not Najib'

Yoursay: 'It’s time to focus on reforms, not Najib'

YOURSAY | ‘Focusing on the ex-PM in Cameron gave the impression that Harapan had nothing to show.’
Three questions for Malaysia’s new foreign policy

Three questions for Malaysia’s new foreign policy

COMMENT | Just like how national politics need to respond to a new environment, the same it is for our foreign policy.

Penang MCA says pro-death penalty drive catching on; give EC powers to fine, says Bersih

Penang MCA says pro-death penalty drive catching on; give EC powers to fine, says Bersih

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

EU parliament recognises Guaido as Venezuelan interim president

EU parliament recognises Guaido as Venezuelan interim president

EU lawmakers voted 439 in favour to 104 against, with 88 abstentions, at a special session in Brussels.