Archive - 15 March 2019

Azmin to Oz senator: Show compassion, not hate

Azmin to Oz senator: Show compassion, not hate

UPDATE 11.40PM | He says Fraser Anning's remarks are 'utterly contemptible and illogical'.
Cops nab Facebook user for insulting Agong

Cops nab Facebook user for insulting Agong

He was nabbed in Sungai Petani, Kedah.

Hannah Yeoh, Nurul Izzah insist PAC be helmed by opposition

Hannah Yeoh, Nurul Izzah insist PAC be helmed by opposition

They want parliamentary reforms to be institutionalised.

No fatalities from toxic fumes in Johor, says exco member

No fatalities from toxic fumes in Johor, says exco member

Sahruddin Jamal warns against spreading such fake news.

M'sian injured in NZ mosque attack 'very critical'

M'sian injured in NZ mosque attack 'very critical'

UPDATED 10.13PM | He survived by playing dead.

Pasir Gudang: An emergency or not?

Pasir Gudang: An emergency or not?

KINIGUIDE | What is happening in Pasir Gudang and how would a state of emergency change things?

PM wants names of unqualified AP holders

PM wants names of unqualified AP holders

He says there is a need for proper regulation of the AP business.

Eye for an eye tempting but unwise

Eye for an eye tempting but unwise

COMMENT | The urge to retaliate against terrorist acts in kind is strong, but we must not let the situation escalate.
Cops consult NY luxury goods retailers over Pavilion loot

Cops consult NY luxury goods retailers over Pavilion loot

They spent 10 days there to ascertain the value of the items seized.

Umno politicians slam 'racist' Aussie senator

Umno politicians slam 'racist' Aussie senator

The senator had used the deadly shootings in New Zealand to highlight Muslim immigration.

Ronald to stay on as PAC chief despite joining Bersatu

Ronald to stay on as PAC chief despite joining Bersatu

UPDATED 8.05PM | PM says opposition heading the PAC is 'only policy, not institutionalised'.

Penang activists rally against climate change

Penang activists rally against climate change

They condemn the failure of the authorities to stop the injustice done to earth.
It is more than that just 'mind-boggling'

It is more than that just 'mind-boggling'

LETTER | The decision to continue against the other accused in the Jong-nam murder is unprecedented and regrettable.
Eight ex-Sabah Umno leaders join Bersatu

Eight ex-Sabah Umno leaders join Bersatu

UPDATED 8.10PM | The new members comprise four MPs, two senators, and two state reps. 

End patronage, not Malaysian Airlines

End patronage, not Malaysian Airlines

LETTER | Malaysian Airlines will remain the biggest corporate blunder after 1MDB.
Peaceful Assembly Act must be abolished, not strengthened

Peaceful Assembly Act must be abolished, not strengthened

MP SPEAKS | The Pakatan Harapan government must continue to promote human rights as promised.
DAP man shares thought on Christchurch massacre, then retracts it

DAP man shares thought on Christchurch massacre, then retracts it

UPDATED 7.10PM | Chew Chong Sin warns that foreign terrorists may take advantage of race and religious issues.

21 chemical substances found in Klang retention pond

21 chemical substances found in Klang retention pond

Authorities are taking measure to prevent the spread of the chemicals found at a flood retention pond in Taman Eng Ann.
Perak MB dismisses rumours that his replacement will be sworn in soon

Perak MB dismisses rumours that his replacement will be sworn in soon

Ahmad Faizal advises ‘hidden hands’ to stop circulating useless, unhealthy messages
'Do not share video of NZ shootings - legal action can be taken'

'Do not share video of NZ shootings - legal action can be taken'

MCMC also urges people to respect sensitivities and feelings of those affected.

SRC case transfer - Najib not given chance to respond, says Shafee

SRC case transfer - Najib not given chance to respond, says Shafee

Counsel wants the decision overturned and a fresh hearing before another High Court.
RON97 up 8 sen, RON95 and diesel prices unchanged

RON97 up 8 sen, RON95 and diesel prices unchanged

Finance Ministry announces that prices will be in effect from March 16 to March 22.

Auckland bomb scare: Exploded bag contained scaffolding equipment

Auckland bomb scare: Exploded bag contained scaffolding equipment

The backpack had been left outside a hotel, raising suspicions.

Ibrahim Ali wants ROS to approve Putra's registration

Ibrahim Ali wants ROS to approve Putra's registration

The Perkasa chief says there has been no feedback from the registrar on Putra's application.
Outgoing deputy IGP Noor Rashid sheds tear in his last speech

Outgoing deputy IGP Noor Rashid sheds tear in his last speech

He says it's a big honour to him to see so many officers waiting for his arrival.
PKR veep: DIGP's appointment should have gone through select committee

PKR veep: DIGP's appointment should have gone through select committee

Chang Lih Kang says the important position bestowed on Abdul Hamid Bador should be subjected to pre-appointment scrutiny.

Bangladesh cricket team narrowly avoid mosque shooting, test called off

Bangladesh cricket team narrowly avoid mosque shooting, test called off

The team bus was approaching the Al Noor mosque when the incident occured.

Harapan built 8 Tamil schools? Show proof, MIC dares Rayer

Harapan built 8 Tamil schools? Show proof, MIC dares Rayer

Apologise if you can't present evidence, says its communication chief V Gunalan.
Umno should keep its stake in Media Prima

Umno should keep its stake in Media Prima

COMMENT | This is in order to maintain a dissenting voice in the media, and ensure a diversity of opinions.

Rosmah's graft case transferred to High Court

Rosmah's graft case transferred to High Court

The prosecution wants her case to be jointly tried with Rizal Mansor.

Najib's stealthy toilet break interrupts proceedings

Najib's stealthy toilet break interrupts proceedings

Shafee apologises to the court, saying his client did not know he needed to seek permission.

49 dead, dozens seriously wounded in NZ mosques shootings

49 dead, dozens seriously wounded in NZ mosques shootings

'It is clear that this can now only be described as a terrorist attack.'
Japanese university branches coming to Malaysia, confirms Maszlee

Japanese university branches coming to Malaysia, confirms Maszlee

University of Tsukuba and Nippon Designer College to set up campuses here, registration expected by 2020.
Tabung Haji's assets transferred at double its worth to gov't

Tabung Haji's assets transferred at double its worth to gov't

This was done so that it can pay out dividends to depositors, says PM's Department.
Poverty is colour blind, Gerakan tells Harapan to see past race

Poverty is colour blind, Gerakan tells Harapan to see past race

Gerakan sees red over the new policy being crafted to address the current economic challenges faced by the Malays.

'EU's Delegated Act discriminatory, designed to hurt livelihoods'

'EU's Delegated Act discriminatory, designed to hurt livelihoods'

Teresa Kok lambasts the European Union for classifying palm oil as 'high risk'.
Ex-photographer pleads guilty to insulting Hinduism

Ex-photographer pleads guilty to insulting Hinduism

He is out on RM15,000 bail, with sentencing fixed for March 18.
Chemical waste clean-up in Klang will take two days - MB

Chemical waste clean-up in Klang will take two days - MB

The waste, said to have been disposed into a drain, is being cleaned from a retention pond in Eng Ann Park.
Come back and show proof Guan Eng corrupt, MP dares Raja Petra

Come back and show proof Guan Eng corrupt, MP dares Raja Petra

RSN Rayer says the blogger should furnish the evidence regarding the undersea tunnel project.

The cop in the centre of a storm

The cop in the centre of a storm

Abdul Hamid Bador caused a stir when he refused to go quietly following his removal in 2015.
Swift police action urged on man who threatened Guan Eng

Swift police action urged on man who threatened Guan Eng

Citing the Taman Manggis issue, he says in a video clip he will treat the minister like a dog if he campaigns in Rantau.
G25 – Don't meet with Zakir Naik, send him packing back to India

G25 – Don't meet with Zakir Naik, send him packing back to India

Harapan must not be 'more Umno than Umno' in using race and religion to garner Malay support, says the group.

Police deny any arrest so far over Pasir Gudang toxic spill

Police deny any arrest so far over Pasir Gudang toxic spill

UPDATED 1.32PM | The chemical waste dumping into the river is still being investigated, says IGP Mohamad Fuzi Harun.
No sign Indira's ex-husband, child left M'sia - IGP

No sign Indira's ex-husband, child left M'sia - IGP

However, there are also illegal ways for one to leave the country, notes Mohamad Fuzi Harun.
IGP: Women’s March organisers did not give notice within 10-day timeframe

IGP: Women’s March organisers did not give notice within 10-day timeframe

UPDATED 2.34PM | They are now being investigated as protocol was not adhered to, says Fuzi.

Cleaning up toxic waste

Cleaning up toxic waste

Hazmat team members clean up toxic waste from Sungai Kim Kim in Pasir Gudang, Johor. 
Vietnamese accused of Jong-nam's murder undergoes medical check

Vietnamese accused of Jong-nam's murder undergoes medical check

Lawyer says it was a physical and mental examination conducted at the psychiatric ward.

Crown prince shocked gov't not declaring emergency in Pasir Gudang

Crown prince shocked gov't not declaring emergency in Pasir Gudang

At least evacuate those in the affected areas until it is safe for them to return, says Tunku Ismail.
Video of dead fish in Pasir Gudang fake - Fisheries Dept

Video of dead fish in Pasir Gudang fake - Fisheries Dept

No farm owners reported any such incident, says its spokesperson.
Ethiopian Airlines flight reported trouble soon after takeoff

Ethiopian Airlines flight reported trouble soon after takeoff

Pilot reported 'flight control' problem within a minute of plane's departure, according to New York Times. 

Solar project probe - Rosmah has another date with MACC next week

Solar project probe - Rosmah has another date with MACC next week

The commission is scheduled to record her statement on Monday, according to a source.

Our construction industry on downward spiral since GE14

Our construction industry on downward spiral since GE14

LETTER | Harapan clearly not practising socialism, as workers are being laid off while capitalist owners of businesses continue their lifestyles unaffected.

LFL: Egyptian deportees 'disappeared into thin air'

LFL: Egyptian deportees 'disappeared into thin air'

Its executive director holds IGP, government responsible over the missing men.
Ministry will be fully transparent on issuance of APs

Ministry will be fully transparent on issuance of APs

COMMENT | The ministry imposes stringent conditions, where AP holders and new applicants are also evaluated.

Removed during Najib's time, Hamid Bador now named acting DIGP

Removed during Najib's time, Hamid Bador now named acting DIGP

Formerly Bkt Aman Special Branch director, he replaces Noor Rashid Ibrahim who is retiring.

Two M'sians among those wounded in shootings at NZ mosques

Two M'sians among those wounded in shootings at NZ mosques

UPDATED 3.17PM | The Foreign Ministry says the victims are being treated at the hospital. 

Umno to sell its stake in Media Prima

Umno to sell its stake in Media Prima

Its acting president Mohamad Hasan says there's nothing much the party can do for media conglomerate.
Ongoing bid to topple Perak MB has PM's blessing, claims state BN chief

Ongoing bid to topple Perak MB has PM's blessing, claims state BN chief

According to Saarani Mohamad, a state executive councillor is still persuading BN reps to join in the attempt.

MCA, MIC: Do not hold Malaysia's future in your puny hands

MCA, MIC: Do not hold Malaysia's future in your puny hands

COMMENT | They are old parties trapped in a new game, which they don't know how to transition.

Attack on gov’t minister walking to work shocks New Zealanders

Attack on gov’t minister walking to work shocks New Zealanders

James Shaw, who suffered a black eye, went straight to work after the incident.

What we know about Boeing 737 MAX crash and what comes next

What we know about Boeing 737 MAX crash and what comes next

One of the biggest unanswered questions: Was the plane’s software to blame?
British lawmakers overwhelmingly back Brexit delay

British lawmakers overwhelmingly back Brexit delay

The short delay envisaged in the motion could last until June 30.
Yoursay: Inciting hatred – no double standards, please

Yoursay: Inciting hatred – no double standards, please

YOURSAY | ‘We're now on a slippery slope of religious and racial extremism.’
'Thanks to GE14, Malaysian Bar narrowly avoided being muzzled'

'Thanks to GE14, Malaysian Bar narrowly avoided being muzzled'

INTERVIEW | If BN won, Legal Profession Act would be amended to dilute the Bar’s influence, says its chief George Varughese.

Yoursay: A legal submission on a dog

Yoursay: A legal submission on a dog

YOURSAY | ‘The excuse given for the delay is shocking and should not be entertained by the court.’
Abu Dhabi's Mubadala halts business with Goldman Sachs amid 1MDB lawsuit

Abu Dhabi's Mubadala halts business with Goldman Sachs amid 1MDB lawsuit

The state investor says, however, engagement signed prior to the litigation will proceed as usual.

PM and cabinet must have courage to totally abolish death penalty

PM and cabinet must have courage to totally abolish death penalty

LETTER | All they have to do is table the bill, and let Parliament decide on it.

Mindef wants to proceed with Paloh and Hutan Melintang camps

Mindef wants to proceed with Paloh and Hutan Melintang camps

As both camps are already under construction and will provide new accommodation for the families, it says.

PM says no emergency declared for Pasir Gudang, and 6 other things that happened yesterday

PM says no emergency declared for Pasir Gudang, and 6 other things that happened yesterday

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