Archive - 7 March 2019

Evicted residents block PM rep's car, demand immediate solution

Evicted residents block PM rep's car, demand immediate solution

Abu Bakar Yahya's car was blocked from leaving Komtar after meeting with the residents from Taman Manggis PPR.

Stop harping about Najib, start addressing people's woes, Dr M told

Stop harping about Najib, start addressing people's woes, Dr M told

Umno veep also says Umno and PAS'  political cooperation is a matter for them only
Umno-PAS union to enable Muslims to return to power - Hadi

Umno-PAS union to enable Muslims to return to power - Hadi

The PAS president sticks to the racial narrative to justify the party's formal ties with Umno.
K'tan to get oil royalty once it withdraws lawsuit: Azmin

K'tan to get oil royalty once it withdraws lawsuit: Azmin

The matter is expected to be settled next month.

Mahathir acts on Butterworth endowment land residents' woes

Mahathir acts on Butterworth endowment land residents' woes

He has instructed an officer to be present there to monitor the situation.

MCMC may be authorised to remove negative posts on social media

MCMC may be authorised to remove negative posts on social media

Minister says racism, religious hate crime and offensive messages on the monarch would be targetted. 
MCA, MIC love BN, won't leave, says Mat Hasan

MCA, MIC love BN, won't leave, says Mat Hasan

UPDATED 8.42PM | He says they want to protect the image of the coalition.

Anwar declares RM10.75m worth of assets to MACC

Anwar declares RM10.75m worth of assets to MACC

This includes his house in Bukit Segambut, now worth RM9.5 million, says his private secretary.
Ahead of Rantau polls, Umno leaders told to watch their words

Ahead of Rantau polls, Umno leaders told to watch their words

UPDATED 8.36PM | The acting party president says a gag order won't be imposed because they should know better.

Former MCA president recounts how UTAR was 'born in the sky'

Former MCA president recounts how UTAR was 'born in the sky'

Dr Ling Liong Sik says he suggested setting up a university while Dr Mahathir was enjoying his favourite nasi lemak meal on a flight.

Khazanah, please explain yourself to Malaysians

Khazanah, please explain yourself to Malaysians

LETTER | If Khazanah fails to do this, then Najib officially wins the war of perception.
M'sian attitude clips nation's wings, minister rues ridicule of 'flying car'

M'sian attitude clips nation's wings, minister rues ridicule of 'flying car'

He says in other countries, such ideas are embraced but in Malaysia, it is the opposite.

Ismail Sabri appointed new opposition leader

Ismail Sabri appointed new opposition leader

UPDATED 8.06PM | He was given the post based on his seniority, says the Umno president.

Future Malay-Muslim political mobilisation

Future Malay-Muslim political mobilisation

LETTER | It is important for politicians to put the right messaging and sell the best narrative when it comes to the economy.
Mahathir accorded state welcome in Philippines

Mahathir accorded state welcome in Philippines

It is the first such reception given to a foreign head of gov't by the Philippines under President Rodrigo Duterte.

Kit Siang: If we defeated the lies and hate before, we can do it again

Kit Siang: If we defeated the lies and hate before, we can do it again

DAP veteran says Harapan can increase its Malay support in the next GE if it sticks to the 'New Malaysia' course.

Three reforms we Malaysians must undertake

Three reforms we Malaysians must undertake

LETTER | We need to expect more for the sake of all those who have gone before us.
Malaysia making good progress in women's rights - EU Ambassador

Malaysia making good progress in women's rights - EU Ambassador

These include enacting laws like the Sexual Harassment Act and setting up the parliamentary committee to address gender issues.

RCI on judicial misconduct – 'Be patient, terms of reference coming soon'

RCI on judicial misconduct – 'Be patient, terms of reference coming soon'

It will take about five to six weeks from the date of the cabinet announcement, says a source.

An unrecognised degree doesn't make a doctor dubious

An unrecognised degree doesn't make a doctor dubious

LETTER | Stop wasting the lives of these doctors. They have worked very hard for their degrees.
Sugar rush - soft drinks get ‘sweet deal’ in form of three-month tax delay

Sugar rush - soft drinks get ‘sweet deal’ in form of three-month tax delay

Customs DG says levy on sugary beverages now set to take effect on July 1.
MIC not expected to leave BN

MIC not expected to leave BN

COMMENT | The party must rebrand itself to take on new challenges and become a better MIC.
PAS asks for Putrajaya's help after abandoning crowd-funded highway

PAS asks for Putrajaya's help after abandoning crowd-funded highway

Azmin says a formal request has been submitted to the federal government.

Johor gov't does not rule out buying Khazanah's assets

Johor gov't does not rule out buying Khazanah's assets

This includes the Legoland theme park in Iskandar Malaysia, says exco member Jimmy Puah.

Father makes weekly calls to son who was on MH370

Father makes weekly calls to son who was on MH370

Every Saturday, Chinese farmer Li Eryou calls the mobile phone number of his son, who was on MH370, and says a few words to his son.

Thai court bans party that nominated princess for PM

Thai court bans party that nominated princess for PM

Thai Raksa Chart party executive board members have also been banned from politics for 10 years.

Sg Manik rep denies summoned by Perak sultan to replace MB

Sg Manik rep denies summoned by Perak sultan to replace MB

Zainol Fadzi says the claim was malicious and aimed at creating a rift between him and Faizal.

Rahman Dahlan cries foul as more reps defect to Warisan

Rahman Dahlan cries foul as more reps defect to Warisan

It is not for the sake of their constituencies, but for position and power, he claims.

Wee questions delays in Penang undersea tunnel prosecution, closure

Wee questions delays in Penang undersea tunnel prosecution, closure

The MCA chief adds authorities should at least confirm or deny the veracity of leaked documents revealed in a blog.

'Tan Sri' remanded over temple land issue released on bail

'Tan Sri' remanded over temple land issue released on bail

However, the magistrate extends the period of remand for two other people. 
Don't be distracted by Umno-PAS rhetoric, Ambiga advises Harapan

Don't be distracted by Umno-PAS rhetoric, Ambiga advises Harapan

She tells the coalition to focus on the agenda for reconciliation and uplifting the economic plight of the people.

S'wak MP quits state ruling coalition party, joins splinter

S'wak MP quits state ruling coalition party, joins splinter

'I believe PSB is a truly multi-racial party and can unite all races,' says Masir Kujat.

Gov't to play role of listening, accepting proposals, assisting media players

Gov't to play role of listening, accepting proposals, assisting media players

Gobind Singh says this when asked about the gov't's role in the to-be-established media council.

Bank Pembangunan to undergo 'clean-up process'

Bank Pembangunan to undergo 'clean-up process'

Its new chairperson Zaiton Mohd Hassan says the strategy will be finalised this year.

Will destroying farm land assist our food security status?

Will destroying farm land assist our food security status?

LETTER | Address the issue from a humanitarian point of view, not that of politics.

BN, PAS unite - threaten protests if Guan Eng doesn't apologise

BN, PAS unite - threaten protests if Guan Eng doesn't apologise

UPDATED 3.05PM | 'We want to show that Malaysians hate racism,' says Umno Youth chief Asyraf Wajdi.

Guan Eng is dangerous, PM should sack him: PAS

Guan Eng is dangerous, PM should sack him: PAS

Takiyuddin Hassan says Mahathir should do so to prevent the situation from getting worse.

Putrajaya hopeful ECRL deal to conclude in time for Dr M's China visit

Putrajaya hopeful ECRL deal to conclude in time for Dr M's China visit

UPDATED 3.00 PM | Guan Eng says China has offered cost reductions which could hopefully lead to a settlement.

Journalists should be involved in setting up of media council

Journalists should be involved in setting up of media council

LETTER | We have decided to form an alliance to ensure that our interests are represented.

Don't sit back as the earth gets scorched, Chin Tong seeks to enlist M'sians

Don't sit back as the earth gets scorched, Chin Tong seeks to enlist M'sians

As Harapan is assailed on two fronts, deputy defence minister rallies Malaysians to lend a hand.

Guan Eng maintains Umno, PAS 'targeting' non-Muslims

Guan Eng maintains Umno, PAS 'targeting' non-Muslims

Why didn't Umno and PAS defend me when MCA objected to gov't funding for tahfiz schools, asks Guan Eng.

Still on death row after 15 years, facing 19 judges

Still on death row after 15 years, facing 19 judges

Lawyer Latheefa Koya highlights the case of Mainthan Arumugam who is awaiting execution.  

Najib appeals against failed bid to disqualify Sri Ram

Najib appeals against failed bid to disqualify Sri Ram

Ex-PM's appeal on the lead prosecutor in 1MDB cases was filed last Friday.

Study: Private sector favours Chinese job applicants over Indians, Malays

Study: Private sector favours Chinese job applicants over Indians, Malays

Recruitment study uses fictitious names with similar qualifications, finds Chinese males 10 times more likely to get callbacks than Indian men.
Hadi breaks his silence, denies paying RM1.4m to Clare

Hadi breaks his silence, denies paying RM1.4m to Clare

The PAS president confirms it is him in the photograph with KTMB chairperson Rameli Musa.

Reforms undertaken in the judiciary and RCIs

Reforms undertaken in the judiciary and RCIs

COMMENT | I wish to highlight the work done to introduce positive changes to the judiciary.

Why MIC needs to leave BN

Why MIC needs to leave BN

LETTER | Time for party to shed its ego and return to its original struggle.
PAS to hold series of prayers to 'reject slander'

PAS to hold series of prayers to 'reject slander'

 President Hadi will lead one such prayer session at his home base in Marang tonight.
Reconnecting gov't, public on international matters

Reconnecting gov't, public on international matters

COMMENT | Striking the right balance in playing a positive role in regional conflict resolution while fulfilling pre-election promises.

Huawei sues US, says ban on its equipment unconstitutional

Huawei sues US, says ban on its equipment unconstitutional

The ban is not supported by evidence and ultimately harms US consumers, it claims.

Health Ministry ready to consider making 2 of 12 vaccines mandatory

Health Ministry ready to consider making 2 of 12 vaccines mandatory

Proposal to make vaccination against MMR and diphtheria compulsory will be finalised soon, says Dzulkefly.  

Umno, MCA leaders shell Guan Eng over 'war declaration' faux pas

Umno, MCA leaders shell Guan Eng over 'war declaration' faux pas

Apart from being accused of racism and sedition, a police report will also be filed against the DAP leader.

Scottish university package linked to London parcel bombs

Scottish university package linked to London parcel bombs

Police say they had carried out a controlled explosion on a package sent to the University of Glasgow.

MH370: Experts hope against hope mystery will one day be solved

MH370: Experts hope against hope mystery will one day be solved

Five years on, there are still calls for relaunch of investigation, search efforts for the missing plane.

Umno-PAS, a marriage of political convenience

Umno-PAS, a marriage of political convenience

COMMENT | The children from this union will be nourished on sugar-coated NEP and Ketuanan Melayu elixir. 

Putrajaya forms unit to monitor insults against Prophet, Islam

Putrajaya forms unit to monitor insults against Prophet, Islam

Mujahid vows 'no compromise' against those committing such offences.

Wan Azizah backs Maszlee on letting non-vaccinated kids go to school

Wan Azizah backs Maszlee on letting non-vaccinated kids go to school

This is because vaccinations are not yet mandatory, says DPM.

National unity model needed to counter Umno-PAS alliance

National unity model needed to counter Umno-PAS alliance

Bersatu’s Wan Saiful calls gov’t to step up efforts to counter mono-ethnic tie-up.
Something’s wrong with our society - DPM on Langkawi baby's death

Something’s wrong with our society - DPM on Langkawi baby's death

Wan Azizah wonders aloud what has gone wrong with our society.

After Twitter user, police nab Facebook user for insulting Islam

After Twitter user, police nab Facebook user for insulting Islam

The 28-year-old suspect has been picked up to assist probe into the allegedly offensive comments. 

Ahead of BN talks, Umno supreme council to discuss coalition’s future

Ahead of BN talks, Umno supreme council to discuss coalition’s future

The meeting is reportedly scheduled to be held at 3pm today at PWTC.

Court dismisses Ahmad's preliminary objection against Jasin election petition

Court dismisses Ahmad's preliminary objection against Jasin election petition

It has set full trial from March 11 to March 22.
Zuckerberg says Facebook's future is going big on private chats

Zuckerberg says Facebook's future is going big on private chats

Social media giant will encrypt conversations on more of its messaging services and make them compatible, says CEO.

President Bolsonaro shocks with Brazil 'golden shower' tweet

President Bolsonaro shocks with Brazil 'golden shower' tweet

He tweeted a video showing one man urinating on another during an annual street carnival.

Democrats bar Fox News from moderating debates

Democrats bar Fox News from moderating debates

‘Fox News will not serve as a media partner for the 2020 Democratic primary debates.’
Yoursay: With Umno-PAS union, MIC, MCA may have to join Harapan

Yoursay: With Umno-PAS union, MIC, MCA may have to join Harapan

YOURSAY | Reflect honestly on what you have achieved for the last 60 years with a now wholly discredited BN.’
US senators say Saudi crown prince has gone 'full gangster'

US senators say Saudi crown prince has gone 'full gangster'

US president's nominee for Saudi ambassador defends bilateral ties as lawmakers criticise Muhammad bin Salman.

Yoursay: Umno-PAS union immaterial, Harapan should stay the course

Yoursay: Umno-PAS union immaterial, Harapan should stay the course

YOURSAY | ‘But will it have the will and stamina to stay on track and ignore the ferocious racial and religious rhetoric?’

With BN in tatters, what next for fallen giants?

With BN in tatters, what next for fallen giants?

As longtime rivals Umno and PAS revel in newfound ties, other parties are struggling to pick up the pieces.
A government of vision, diligence and unity

A government of vision, diligence and unity

COMMENT | Let's abandon outdated communication strategy and have fresh blood articulate a clear vision for M'sia.
Streram is Harapan's best candidate to win Rantau

Streram is Harapan's best candidate to win Rantau

QUESTION TIME | Dr S Streram should be chosen, as it was he who was to have contested the seat in GE14.

Non-Malays warned of Umno-PAS threat, and 9 things that happened yesterday

Non-Malays warned of Umno-PAS threat, and 9 things that happened yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.