Archive - 9 February 2019

Marine DG: Gov't vessel was in M'sian waters, not S'pore

Marine DG: Gov't vessel was in M'sian waters, not S'pore

UPDATED 11.59PM | Baharin Abdul Hamid says incident with Greek ship occurred within M'sian borders, despite S'pore claiming otherwise.

Zuraida: I never claimed to be an NUS graduate

Zuraida: I never claimed to be an NUS graduate

Minister says an infographic citing her as an alumni of the S'porean varsity was not verified.

Politics can't be taught or learnt in school - Rais

Politics can't be taught or learnt in school - Rais

However, the Negeri Sembilan Bersatu chief says a leader must have a strong academic education.
Mat Sabu: I never said I had a degree, my school expelled me

Mat Sabu: I never said I had a degree, my school expelled me

Minister quips that maybe some thought he had a degree in culinary arts because of his cooking skills. 

Have integrity, be honest with qualifications - deputy minister

Have integrity, be honest with qualifications - deputy minister

Muhammad Bakhtiar Wan Chik says politicians should not be ashamed of their academic records. 
Rina: Gauge quality of ministers, deputy ministers on work performance

Rina: Gauge quality of ministers, deputy ministers on work performance

Minister adds that she is unperturbed by background checks, as her own academic credentials are genuine. 

M'sian gov't vessel collides with Greek ship in disputed waters

M'sian gov't vessel collides with Greek ship in disputed waters

S'pore claims accident occurred in its territory, but data indicate it took place in disputed zone.
Osman, show us your degree or quit - Johor Umno Youth

Osman, show us your degree or quit - Johor Umno Youth

State Umno Youth chief urges Johor MB to either disprove allegations of fake UPM degree or resign. 

When asked about 'fake' degree, Johor MB merely smiles

When asked about 'fake' degree, Johor MB merely smiles

UPM, meanwhile, is reportedly checking its records on Osman Sapian.
Derogatory anti-Guan Eng banners raised in Penang

Derogatory anti-Guan Eng banners raised in Penang

The banners, which contain slurs and vulgarities, question why the prices of goods have not gone down.

Now in good health, Azmin ready to set up camp in Semenyih

Now in good health, Azmin ready to set up camp in Semenyih

'We must make sure voters are still with us,' says the PKR deputy chief.
ECRL matters still open for discussion, says Azmin

ECRL matters still open for discussion, says Azmin

Economic Affairs Minister says 'new developments' on China-backed project have to be mutually discussed. 

Gov't to focus on increasing rural access to high-speed internet

Gov't to focus on increasing rural access to high-speed internet

It is hoped this move will attract youths to venture into online business, says Rina Harun. 

Intensify pressure on gov't to repeal Sosma - Maria Chin

Intensify pressure on gov't to repeal Sosma - Maria Chin

This must be done before the cabinet makes a decision on the matter, says the Petaling Jaya MP.

MACC arrests former Johor MP over RM230,000 in bribes

MACC arrests former Johor MP over RM230,000 in bribes

Source says the 'datuk' allegedly received gratification in exchange for a Felda project.

Shameful reporting on child marriage in Prai by local daily

Shameful reporting on child marriage in Prai by local daily

LETTER | I question the article's intention, and whether laws have been broken by releasing the child's name.

Planned ecosystem needed for 3rd national car hub - Redzuan

Planned ecosystem needed for 3rd national car hub - Redzuan

Many benefits to housing this ecosystem in Malacca, adds the minister and Alor Gajah MP.

S'wak Report settlement not an admission of guilt, says PAS sec-gen

S'wak Report settlement not an admission of guilt, says PAS sec-gen

Hadi took into consideration the overall interest of the party, adds Takiyuddin.

MCA questions AGC's impartiality after purported circular on PM's 'reminder'

MCA questions AGC's impartiality after purported circular on PM's 'reminder'

It 'strongly suggests' that the AGC is taking instructions, says party spokesperson Chan Quin Er.

Home Ministry to meet Dr M over replacements for top cops

Home Ministry to meet Dr M over replacements for top cops

IGP Fuzi and his deputy Noor Rashid are expected to retire in May and March respectively.

Felda settlements identified as drug hotspots

Felda settlements identified as drug hotspots

AADK DG Zulkifli Abdullah says that community leaders in such areas being targeted for education.

'BN supreme council to meet as soon as possible'

'BN supreme council to meet as soon as possible'

Mohamad Hasan says the dissolution of the coalition can be discussed if tabled by MCA. 

Harapan to tackle Malay-Islam issue, cost of living in Semenyih

Harapan to tackle Malay-Islam issue, cost of living in Semenyih

SEMENYIH POLLS | Bersatu president says several other matters related to voters will also be addressed.

PKR leader claims Harapan made 'U-turn' on AES, calls for abolition

PKR leader claims Harapan made 'U-turn' on AES, calls for abolition

Ex-Kapar rep G Manivannan reminds colleagues why they were previously against the speed cameras.

Pangolin, animal parts worth RM8.4m seized in police raids

Pangolin, animal parts worth RM8.4m seized in police raids

Sabah police confiscate the items from godown and factory.
Nik Abduh: RM90m claim revived to counter PAS-Umno cooperation

Nik Abduh: RM90m claim revived to counter PAS-Umno cooperation

Political opponents have no new issues to raise, says the PAS leader.

Proton delivers 1,000 X70 SUVs in a single day

Proton delivers 1,000 X70 SUVs in a single day

The vehicles were delivered to customers in conjunction with its 74 CNY open houses nationwide.

UN: New military bases being built in Rakhine State

UN: New military bases being built in Rakhine State

Special rapporteur for Myanmar says troops are moving through villages inhabited by Rohingya.

Family agrees to postpone marriage of 11-year-old child

Family agrees to postpone marriage of 11-year-old child

This follows police advising the Rohingya family in Penang to follow state religious law.

S'wakians jailed in Cambodia driven out by poverty, says think-tank

S'wakians jailed in Cambodia driven out by poverty, says think-tank

UPDATED 2.33PM | According to the Dayak Think-Tank Association, their desperation leaves them at the mercy of traffickers.

NEAC 2.0 must also review the PM's pet projects

NEAC 2.0 must also review the PM's pet projects

COMMENT | Will the new council also review the third national car and the privatisation of Khazanah?

Voter moves to put a stop to Semenyih by-election

Voter moves to put a stop to Semenyih by-election

SEMENYIH POLLS | Lawyer says his client will file an injunction on the grounds that the EC does not 'legally exist.'

Trump may skip deadline for report on Saudi journalist's murder

Trump may skip deadline for report on Saudi journalist's murder

Congressional aides say they had not received a report from the White House by early evening on Friday.

Russia says it is ready for talks with Netherlands on MH17: Ifax

Russia says it is ready for talks with Netherlands on MH17: Ifax

MH17 was shot down over territory held by pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine in July 2014
Thai king blocks sister's 'inappropriate' candidacy for PM

Thai king blocks sister's 'inappropriate' candidacy for PM

His statement was issued by the palace and later read on air by a television announcer.
Patriot wants 'little Napoleons' punished for defying gov't directives

Patriot wants 'little Napoleons' punished for defying gov't directives

Those found intentionally or negligently not carrying out the directives should face disciplinary action.
Sarawakians looking for work in Cambodia? Shocking!

Sarawakians looking for work in Cambodia? Shocking!

COMMENT | Are conditions in Cambodia so much better than in Sarawak?

Don’t repeat Cameron mistakes in Semenyih, says Amanah

Don’t repeat Cameron mistakes in Semenyih, says Amanah

There should be no more incidents where Harapan is caught abusing gov’t machinery.

Fake degrees and fake reforms

Fake degrees and fake reforms

COMMENT | Why is Kian Ming not asking the PM for Marzuki's resignation?

More 1MDB chickens soon coming home to roost

More 1MDB chickens soon coming home to roost

MP SPEAKS | 'The situation would have been different had Najib been allowed to stay in power despite the scandal.'

Discrepancies over dep min's grades; MACC probes PAS' 'RM90m'

Discrepancies over dep min's grades; MACC probes PAS' 'RM90m'

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
Yoursay: Harapan must lead by example, Marzuki should be sacked

Yoursay: Harapan must lead by example, Marzuki should be sacked

YOURSAY | ‘We don’t want the new government to be accused of practising double standard.’