Archive - 11 February 2019

MACC urged to probe permit for Perak forest plantation project

MACC urged to probe permit for Perak forest plantation project

Thomas Su says it is not right that a company established last July got the permit just five months later.

I'm not BN or DAP lackey, insists 'Uncle Kentang'

I'm not BN or DAP lackey, insists 'Uncle Kentang'

Social activist Kuan Chee Heng says he is a lackey for the poor and hungry people.

S'gor Umno doesn't rule out replicating 'outsider' strategy from Cameron

S'gor Umno doesn't rule out replicating 'outsider' strategy from Cameron

Youth chief Rizam Ismail says it will leave it to the wisdom of the Umno's central leadership.

  
Lawyer roasts AGC on 'missteps' leading to Najib's trial postponement

Lawyer roasts AGC on 'missteps' leading to Najib's trial postponement

Haniff Khatri says he found certain moves by the prosecution team to be strange.
Voter sues EC over upcoming Semenyih by-election

Voter sues EC over upcoming Semenyih by-election

The voter also names EC chairperson Azhar Azizan Harun and government as defendants.

Whoever is involved in RM90m claim will be called - MACC

Whoever is involved in RM90m claim will be called - MACC

Mohd Shukri says the task is to ascertain whether money was deposited into PAS leaders' accounts.
AirAsia responds to MAHB demand to retract press statements

AirAsia responds to MAHB demand to retract press statements

The airline says a court battle will have negative effects on Malaysia’s economy and aviation industry.

China releases video it says proves reports of Uighur poet's death untrue

China releases video it says proves reports of Uighur poet's death untrue

The authenticity of the video is questionable, say Uighur diaspora activists.

Rafidah, Zeti among members of council to tackle economy, living cost

Rafidah, Zeti among members of council to tackle economy, living cost

The PMO today unveils the composition of Economic Action Council headed by Mahathir. 

Thai election panel disqualifies princess as PM candidate

Thai election panel disqualifies princess as PM candidate

It says members of the royal family should be 'above politics'.

Adib still in EMRS van during temple riots, inquest told

Adib still in EMRS van during temple riots, inquest told

INQUEST | Witness tells Coroner's Court that the van was backed into by fire truck in the chaos.

Defence Ministry claims never sponsored solo runner Suwaibah

Defence Ministry claims never sponsored solo runner Suwaibah

It says the ministry and minister only extended support for her efforts to run up the towers. 

My degree is legitimate, says Najib

My degree is legitimate, says Najib

He finds himself in the line of return fire after gloating over the false academic credentials of opposition members.
Fake degrees – the PM is in a fix

Fake degrees – the PM is in a fix

LETTER | Can he fix it? Or will he just brush it aside as a small issue?
AGC drops 'middle finger' charge against Siti Kasim

AGC drops 'middle finger' charge against Siti Kasim

This comes just days after the lawyer was told that she would be charged for the incident.

Bring back PTPTN incentives

Bring back PTPTN incentives

LETTER | These are great incentives introduced by the former government and must be continued.
Appellate court grants stay, Najib's SRC trial won't proceed tomorrow

Appellate court grants stay, Najib's SRC trial won't proceed tomorrow

UPDATED 7.20PM | Court of Appeal rules there are special circumstances to allow the stay application. 
Wee picks on Guan Eng's 'provisional' membership in accountants' body

Wee picks on Guan Eng's 'provisional' membership in accountants' body

He should not misrepresent himself as a full-fledged accountant, says the MCA president.

Would-be child bride no longer coming to school, says activist

Would-be child bride no longer coming to school, says activist

Stanley Sudhagaran says the girl's father has stopped her and the family has moved out from their home.
Stop making false statements, M'sia Airports tells AirAsia

Stop making false statements, M'sia Airports tells AirAsia

The airline is accused of 'overstepping boundaries' by putting out misleading articles on its online portal.

Semenyih polls should be postponed - ex-EC deputy chair

Semenyih polls should be postponed - ex-EC deputy chair

This is because the Election Commission currently operates with only one commissioner, instead of the mandated seven, says Wan Ahmad Wan Omar.

Najib: Probe who's lying on false CV claim, Bernama or ministers

Najib: Probe who's lying on false CV claim, Bernama or ministers

The former premier calls on Communications Minister Gobind Singh Deo to find out the truth.

Time to do away with federal territories

Time to do away with federal territories

LETTER | Currently, KL-ites are deprived of state representatives or local councillors.
Former T'ganu MB quits as state opposition leader

Former T'ganu MB quits as state opposition leader

Ahmad Razif's resignation letter was sent to assembly speaker last week, says report.

Chinese national's 10-hour transit turns to 10-day remand for harassment

Chinese national's 10-hour transit turns to 10-day remand for harassment

Magistrate fines Ming Zhimin RM2,100 for sexually harassing a Malaysian lawyer.

Indonesian cops apologise for using snake in Papua interrogation

Indonesian cops apologise for using snake in Papua interrogation

A video of the suspect writhing in fear while a police officer pushes the reptile towards his face has gone viral on social media. 

Eight months on, cops yet to identify Lebanese jewellery

Eight months on, cops yet to identify Lebanese jewellery

The foreign jeweller had filed a RM60m suit against Rosmah Mansor for the return of the valuables.
High Court allows Ku Nan's bid to get passport temporarily

High Court allows Ku Nan's bid to get passport temporarily

This is to allow the former minister to visit his children in Australia, as well as attend meetings in Indonesia.

Sarawak second finance minister's only son dies

Sarawak second finance minister's only son dies

Andrew Wong Kee Yew, 42, is believed to have succumbed to a stroke. 

No boycott but Akmal has to step up his game, says Afif

No boycott but Akmal has to step up his game, says Afif

In reply, Akmal stresses members must comply with the party rules.
High Court to rule on March 15 over Umno's RM116.7m claim

High Court to rule on March 15 over Umno's RM116.7m claim

Judge Nik Hasmat Nik Mohamad sets the date after hearing the application and arguments from lawyers representing both sides. 

Was Malaysia right to ban Israeli athletes?

Was Malaysia right to ban Israeli athletes?

LETTER | Those who question Malaysia’s stand are unlikely to be familiar with Israel’s treatment of Palestinian athletes and sporting facilities.

Fire truck driver testifies he was 'fearful' of mob attack at temple riot

Fire truck driver testifies he was 'fearful' of mob attack at temple riot

INQUEST | | Bricks, helmets and other objects were hurled at the vehicle, say Md Eliza Mohd Noor.

Pua: Guan Eng 'reserves the right' to sue those who question his credentials

Pua: Guan Eng 'reserves the right' to sue those who question his credentials

The finance minister's aide replies to MCA president who questioned the legitimacy of Lim's accreditation as an accountant.
CJ files affidavit-in-reply to Sangeet’s judicial interference suit

CJ files affidavit-in-reply to Sangeet’s judicial interference suit

Lawyer alleges the chief justice failed to protect the judiciary by suspending two internal probes.

Court to hear Isa's application for FGV meeting minutes on April 12

Court to hear Isa's application for FGV meeting minutes on April 12

The documents requested are related to the company's purchase of luxury condominium units.

Lessons from the Marzuki scandal

Lessons from the Marzuki scandal

COMMENT | What can we learn from how politicians have responded to the scandal?
Former sales manager pleads not guilty to insulting ex-Agong

Former sales manager pleads not guilty to insulting ex-Agong

Eric Liew Chee Ling, 46, faces a fine of up to RM50k, one year in jail, or both if found guilty. 

No tabling of Sexual Harassment Bill next month - Hannah Yeoh

No tabling of Sexual Harassment Bill next month - Hannah Yeoh

The feasibility study report on the bill is being scrutinised and consultation will begin with stakeholders, says the deputy women's minister. 

Special report: Revisiting the Perak crisis, 10 years on

Special report: Revisiting the Perak crisis, 10 years on

The crisis remains relevant as a similar scene is being replayed in several states after the 2018 general election.

Penang bridge crash: Driver claims trial to causing friend's death

Penang bridge crash: Driver claims trial to causing friend's death

K Vaitheswaran, 21, faces up to 10 years in jail, and a maximum fine of RM20k, upon conviction.

Najib's money laundering charges transferred to High Court

Najib's money laundering charges transferred to High Court

AG had made the request for transfer, saying it would be 'expedient for the ends of justice'.

Why object to 'use of kleptocracy' by AGC, not by DOJ? - Kit Siang asks MCA

Why object to 'use of kleptocracy' by AGC, not by DOJ? - Kit Siang asks MCA

DAP veteran calls on those who continue to support Najib to 'justify their stand' pre- and post-GE14.

MOE: Harapan approved construction of new school in Semenyih in Oct

MOE: Harapan approved construction of new school in Semenyih in Oct

UPDATED 11.54AM | This primary school will be ready by October this year.

Learning the right lessons from P Ramlee's works

Learning the right lessons from P Ramlee's works

COMMENT | Harapan must improve its blemished record, beginning with the Semenyih polls.

Stand by ‘govt’s strongest critic’ - Najib's daughter makes public plea

Stand by ‘govt’s strongest critic’ - Najib's daughter makes public plea

'It will be your kind thoughts, encouraging words and heartfelt prayers that will help him weather this storm'.

French Scorpene lawyers in KL to meet AG

French Scorpene lawyers in KL to meet AG

William Bourdon and Apoline Cagnat are expected to hold a press conference after meeting Tommy Thomas in Putrajaya tomorrow.

An offer too good to refuse?

An offer too good to refuse?

COMMENT | Special Voluntary Disclosure Programme allows taxpayers to declare any unreported income.

Can the NACP effectively curb power networks and corruption?

Can the NACP effectively curb power networks and corruption?

COMMENT | There is no oversight framework to deal with new forms of graft.

Dr M: Be loyal to country, not to 'past leader or party'

Dr M: Be loyal to country, not to 'past leader or party'

UPDATED 10.46AM | Doing so would be in the country's best interests, the prime minister tells civil servants. 

Umno reforming, but Bersatu picking up our 'bad habits' - Annuar

Umno reforming, but Bersatu picking up our 'bad habits' - Annuar

Thus, the culture in the splinter party is going to be 'very bad', predicts the Umno sec-gen.

Shafie met PM on talk Bersatu will enter Sabah, says report

Shafie met PM on talk Bersatu will enter Sabah, says report

The Warisan president again stresses that Bersatu should stay out of the East Malaysian state.
Thai election commission to rule on princess running for PM

Thai election commission to rule on princess running for PM

This follows the king's rebuke of the nomination as 'inappropriate'.

Withdrawal of US forces in Syria 'likely to start in weeks'

Withdrawal of US forces in Syria 'likely to start in weeks'

As ordered by the US president, the withdrawal will depend on the situation on the ground, says US Army General Joseph Votel.

How did Malaysia get on this downward path?

How did Malaysia get on this downward path?

COMMENT | Outlining how we got into this sorry state will enable us to chart the path forward.

Talks collapse on border deal as US gov't shutdown looms

Talks collapse on border deal as US gov't shutdown looms

Negotiations hit a wall over beds dispute.
That familiar Malay tune in Semenyih

That familiar Malay tune in Semenyih

COMMENT | Harapan has to play the race and religion card in Semenyih.

Yoursay: Bersatu, why infect Sabah with racial politics?

Yoursay: Bersatu, why infect Sabah with racial politics?

YOURSAY | Shafie must stand his ground and not allow promises to be broken.
Yoursay: Bugis warrior, why so scared to stand trial tomorrow?

Yoursay: Bugis warrior, why so scared to stand trial tomorrow?

YOURSAY | 'The earlier the court cases commence, the earlier you can clear your name.'
Adib's family hopes for truth; solicitor-general defends letter on PM's reminder

Adib's family hopes for truth; solicitor-general defends letter on PM's reminder

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