Archive - 7 February 2019

Source: Najib to be slapped with three charges again tomorrow

Source: Najib to be slapped with three charges again tomorrow

The SRC International-related charges were dropped earlier today.

M’sians among drivers lured by online ads to smuggle ciggies into S’pore

M’sians among drivers lured by online ads to smuggle ciggies into S’pore

In 2018, 25 people were arrested for committing the crime, says S'pore Customs.

Facebook posting of Wan Azizah hospitalised false - DPM's office

Facebook posting of Wan Azizah hospitalised false - DPM's office

'Do not trust everything you read on social media and do not share, when you are not sure' she says.
Najib: Don't single people who are poor, disabled deserve aid?

Najib: Don't single people who are poor, disabled deserve aid?

Life under Harapan not as before, laments the former PM.

Warisan hopes Bersatu keeps word not to enter Sabah - Shafie

Warisan hopes Bersatu keeps word not to enter Sabah - Shafie

This is in accordance to an agreement reached at GE14, he says.

Syndicate offering digital business courses using MLM under probe

Syndicate offering digital business courses using MLM under probe

Several witnesses involved with address and companies linked to the scam have been questioned.

I have proof of everything that befell Kevin Morais, says accused

I have proof of everything that befell Kevin Morais, says accused

'I’ve told the court before, it was the doctor who caused the death of Kevin Morais'.

Wisma Putra: 47 M'sians jailed in Cambodia over 'illegal online gambling'

Wisma Putra: 47 M'sians jailed in Cambodia over 'illegal online gambling'

A visit by M'sian embassy officials revealed that the detainees were offered jobs with attractive pay.

Mat Hasan: No BN meeting because MCA, MIC feared journos

Mat Hasan: No BN meeting because MCA, MIC feared journos

UPDATED 11.30PM | He reckons they avoided a coalition meeting as they would be pressured by journalists on the resolution to dissolve BN.

Marzuki should apologise if he misrepresented himself - Rais Hussin

Marzuki should apologise if he misrepresented himself - Rais Hussin

'I would not defend anyone who lacks integrity,' says Bersatu strategist.

Najib on his own, but welcome to contribute to BN - Mat Hasan

Najib on his own, but welcome to contribute to BN - Mat Hasan

The BN acting chairperson says nothing wrong with 'Malu Apa Bossku' tagline and campaign.

BN to decide who will replace Zahid as opposition leader

BN to decide who will replace Zahid as opposition leader

UPDATED 7.15PM | Acting chairperson Mohamad Hasan says he will call for a meeting soon.

Najib's appeal, stay bid may delay trial scheduled for Tuesday

Najib's appeal, stay bid may delay trial scheduled for Tuesday

This comes after the AG earlier today withdrew his certificate to transfer the charges to the High Court.

Gov’t to develop model for care of elderly - Wan Azizah

Gov’t to develop model for care of elderly - Wan Azizah

'It is also wrong to penalise but not solve the problem'.

Disappointing 'Malaysia Baru' at local authority level

Disappointing 'Malaysia Baru' at local authority level

COMMENT | Relevant ministries should engage residents associations to better address issues on the ground.

Blessings for the year

Blessings for the year

Worshippers are seen praying at temples for the Lunar New Year.

'Logging at Perak Orang Asli settlement to stop for now'

'Logging at Perak Orang Asli settlement to stop for now'

Deputy minister says this until a meeting between the villagers, state gov't and logging company is held.
Most by-election analyses are biased, charges Ramasamy

Most by-election analyses are biased, charges Ramasamy

Analyses on Malaysian voters are skewed and disregard voter subjectivity according to the DAP deputy chief minister.
Mukhriz: Marzuki not picked for his academic credentials

Mukhriz: Marzuki not picked for his academic credentials

 Meanwhile, a Bersatu supreme council member defends Marzuki, saying he did not 'rape or steal'.

A Sarawak airline? Why not?

A Sarawak airline? Why not?

This is not a matter of Sarawakian pride but one of necessity to attract more tourism dollars to the state.
Mufti reminds gov't of integrity, Umno leaders want Marzuki to quit

Mufti reminds gov't of integrity, Umno leaders want Marzuki to quit

Being dishonest about a fake certificate is a sign that the person is untrustworthy, says Mohd Asri.

1MDB: M'sia eyeing RM572m from Park Lane Hotel stake sale

1MDB: M'sia eyeing RM572m from Park Lane Hotel stake sale

The sale of the New York hotel is part of DOJ's efforts to forfeit assets linked to its 1MDB probe.
MCA questions 'vocal' DAP MP's silence on Marzuki's academic credentials

MCA questions 'vocal' DAP MP's silence on Marzuki's academic credentials

Ka Siong notes how Kian Ming had been vocal about the academic qualifications of BN lawmakers.
Wan Azizah defends Syed Saddiq over promotion of ministry products

Wan Azizah defends Syed Saddiq over promotion of ministry products

DPM says Syed Saddiq’s intention was purely to help young entrepreneurs.

Palm oil ban a threat to the economy

Palm oil ban a threat to the economy

LETTER | European actions are gravely hurting the global economy.
Balik Pulau needs a new master plan, says PKR senator

Balik Pulau needs a new master plan, says PKR senator

This, and effective policies, will steer the semi-urban region towards sustainability, economic and social progress.
Following AG's application, Najib discharged over three charges

Following AG's application, Najib discharged over three charges

UPDATED 3.46PM | Tommy Thomas says the move is to assist the court and not to burden the judge.

Anwar's tepid endorsement of pluralism

Anwar's tepid endorsement of pluralism

COMMENT | He said Muslim denial of pluralism would be an ostrich-like burial in the sand.
Snapshots with Hadi: Wee offers to frame photos for Kit Siang

Snapshots with Hadi: Wee offers to frame photos for Kit Siang


DAP and MCA continue to lock horns over PAS, with Wee claiming Kit Siang has a 'short memory'.

Winning the Malay and bumiputera votes, one step at a time…

Winning the Malay and bumiputera votes, one step at a time…

MP SPEAKS | Harapan must move to ensure the pro-rakyat policies it has pledged will reach the ground before GE15.
DAP should focus on nation building, not exploit divides

DAP should focus on nation building, not exploit divides

COMMENT | MCA will continue to build bridges and even work with PAS on common issues.

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Amanah's philosophy separates us from PAS, says deputy president

Amanah's philosophy separates us from PAS, says deputy president

Salahuddin Ayub says his party learns from PAS' mistakes in pushing forward Amanah's brand of moderate Islam.
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Reforms - just where is the ‘reset’ button?

Reforms - just where is the ‘reset’ button?

LETTER | Reform of Malaysian public institutions must begin with the restoration of judicial integrity.

Guan Eng: Tabung Harapan collection more than RM202m

Guan Eng: Tabung Harapan collection more than RM202m

A committee headed by Treasury chief secretary will decide how to use the funds.

Hadi's extremism the 'greatest threat' - Kit Siang

Hadi's extremism the 'greatest threat' - Kit Siang

He takes the leader to task for saying PAS has no place for those who are hostile towards Islam and Islamic leadership.
'Selamat datang, MACC' – unfazed Nik Abduh welcomes 'RM90m' probe

'Selamat datang, MACC' – unfazed Nik Abduh welcomes 'RM90m' probe

He suggests that PAS is expected to face more pressure from MACC as its influence grows.

With border blocked, desperate Venezuelans ask how US aid will arrive

With border blocked, desperate Venezuelans ask how US aid will arrive

Despite widespread hunger and shortage of staple goods, Maduro vows to turn back US aid.  
Theresa May appeals to EU: Work urgently with me on Brexit

Theresa May appeals to EU: Work urgently with me on Brexit

But the EU, and particularly Irish PM Leo Varadkar, say they will not re-open the Withdrawal Agreement.

Palestinians warm to Netanyahu rival, citing signs of compromise

Palestinians warm to Netanyahu rival, citing signs of compromise

Benny Gantz has been signalling an openness to territorial compromise in the occupied West Bank.

Cabinet reshuffle rumours meant to cause tension in Harapan - Anwar

Cabinet reshuffle rumours meant to cause tension in Harapan - Anwar

He is referring to a blog posting claiming that Economic Affairs Minister Azmin Ali is to be made deputy PM soon.

The enigma of Daim Zainuddin

The enigma of Daim Zainuddin

BOOK REVIEW | One would anticipate a detailed, robust and perhaps controversial biography but…

Paskal member killed in fish-bomb blast

Paskal member killed in fish-bomb blast

The victim had gone fishing with family members and was found injured following an explosion.

Why Harapan leaders protested against AES before

Why Harapan leaders protested against AES before

Because it was privatised by the previous BN gov’t, says Amanah leader Khalid Samad, but now...

Three-cornered fights cost BN GE14, claims Najib

Three-cornered fights cost BN GE14, claims Najib

He says Umno and PAS could have won another 30 seats if they had worked together.
PAS to cooperate fully in MACC's RM90m probe, says sec-gen

PAS to cooperate fully in MACC's RM90m probe, says sec-gen

The party calls upon those with details on the case to furnish them to the investigators

Yoursay: PAS forced to eat humble pie in suit against Clare

Yoursay: PAS forced to eat humble pie in suit against Clare

YOURSAY | ‘Why start something you cannot afford unless it was meant to be an eyewash for the election.’
Harapan’s dilemma over fighting corruption

Harapan’s dilemma over fighting corruption

QUESTION TIME | The evidence shows that the time has still not come for eradicating corruption.

Yoursay: Marzuki’s ‘Cambridge’ misstep a matter of degrees?

Yoursay: Marzuki’s ‘Cambridge’ misstep a matter of degrees?

YOURSAY | ‘You don’t need qualifications to be a good politician, but you need to be honest.’
Why having integrity is better than having a 'degree'

Why having integrity is better than having a 'degree'

COMMENT | Paper qualifications can be useful, but there are virtues that are far more vital.

Analyst: Harapan needs to play the Malay tune in Semenyih

Analyst: Harapan needs to play the Malay tune in Semenyih

SEMENYIH POLLS | Like it or not, the coalition has to do this to compete with the combined BN-PAS forces, says political science professor.

Deputy minister's degree scrutinised; MACC probes 'RM90m for PAS'

Deputy minister's degree scrutinised; MACC probes 'RM90m for PAS'

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