Archive - 19 March 2019

Six marinas, including on Pulau Mentagor, to be privatised

Six marinas, including on Pulau Mentagor, to be privatised

Transport Ministry delivers its proposal to the Public-Private Partnership Unit.

Dutch prosecutors probe 'terrorist motive' in tram shooting

Dutch prosecutors probe 'terrorist motive' in tram shooting

Prosecutors say terrorist motive is being considered, due to 'nature of the shooting' and a letter in getaway car. 

Environment minister declares Sungai Kim Kim safe

Environment minister declares Sungai Kim Kim safe

Yeo Bee Yin adds that the river will be monitored for a further 15 days to allay public fears.

Kazakhstan president Nursultan Nazarbayev resigns

Kazakhstan president Nursultan Nazarbayev resigns

He announces his resignation in a televised address after three decades in power.

Worker in Subang airport runway accident dies

Worker in Subang airport runway accident dies

Mohd Ruzaimi Iskandar Ahmad Razali was mortally wounded in an accident with a private airplane.

Seven more areas in peninsula on Level 1 heatwave alert

Seven more areas in peninsula on Level 1 heatwave alert

Pendang remains at Level 2, with temperatures of up to 40°C.

King conveys sympathies to families of Lombok quake victims

King conveys sympathies to families of Lombok quake victims

'His thoughts and prayers are with the victims' families, the people of Lombok and all Indonesians.'

'M'sia may retaliate if EU continues discriminating against palm oil'

'M'sia may retaliate if EU continues discriminating against palm oil'

Mahathir says Putrajaya has to be more aggressive in fighting the palm biodiesel ban.

Special court for corruption cases to be set up - Mahathir

Special court for corruption cases to be set up - Mahathir

It will focus on clearing past corruption cases speedily, says the prime minister.

PAS MP's 'DAP anti-Islam' remark sparks verbal skirmish

PAS MP's 'DAP anti-Islam' remark sparks verbal skirmish

PARLIAMENT | DAP's Kasthuri Patto demands an apology but this goes unheeded.
‘Highland Towers’ name to remain after redevelopment

‘Highland Towers’ name to remain after redevelopment

Housing and Local Government minister says the name is part of history.

Christchurch killings: Deputy minister highlights hypocrisy of M'sian politicians

Christchurch killings: Deputy minister highlights hypocrisy of M'sian politicians

Raja Barhin tells 'certain opposition politicians' to look into the mirror before condemning others.

'We started from nothing' - MAS retirees offer to revive company

'We started from nothing' - MAS retirees offer to revive company

'We are here today to offer our services to help resurrect this global icon,' says Masra.

Jamal accuses Kepong MP of slander over AP claim

Jamal accuses Kepong MP of slander over AP claim

The Umno man challenges Lim Lip Eng to repeat the accusation outside Parliament, if he has proof.

When desperate, thump your chest and chant 'Malay unity!'

When desperate, thump your chest and chant 'Malay unity!'

LETTER | The ugly reality and utter shame of continued Malay backwardness remain.

Tajuddin questions if strings attached to Samurai bond

Tajuddin questions if strings attached to Samurai bond

PARLIAMENT | 'There is a motive behind the Samurai loan promised by the Japanese,' claims the BN lawmaker.

Anifah moots flying bamboo cars to sail over Borneo's 'bad' roads

Anifah moots flying bamboo cars to sail over Borneo's 'bad' roads

PARLIAMENT | He says with flying cars, the people would not have to use dirt roads.

Three remanded in connection with RM3mil scandal involving SSM

Three remanded in connection with RM3mil scandal involving SSM

They are a senior officer of a commission and directors of two IT companies.

Illegal advertising - time for cops to bite loan sharks

Illegal advertising - time for cops to bite loan sharks

LETTER | Many feel that the police should be striking hard against loan shark operators.

After the tragedy, New Zealanders try to heal

After the tragedy, New Zealanders try to heal

PHOTO ESSAY | Shell-shocked Christchurch citizens came together to find strength in facing their collective grief.

Offensive speech against LGBT - apply Standing Orders on MPs

Offensive speech against LGBT - apply Standing Orders on MPs

LETTER | MPs have been allowed to make vile, hysterical, non-evidence based statements.

K'tan seeks RM15m gov't aid for flood mitigation project

K'tan seeks RM15m gov't aid for flood mitigation project

The project is to overcome flood woes in four villages.
Ariff says S'pore speaker was at the 'wrong place, wrong time'

Ariff says S'pore speaker was at the 'wrong place, wrong time'

UPDATED 10PM | Speaker tells S'porean counterpart such scenes do not happen in the Dewan Rakyat every day.

E-sports blueprint ready by April - Syed Saddiq

E-sports blueprint ready by April - Syed Saddiq

PARLIAMENT | Minister says e-sports would create job opportunities and boost the economy.  

Premature to talk about RM1b loan for PIL 1 highway - Penang CM

Premature to talk about RM1b loan for PIL 1 highway - Penang CM

Chow Kon Yeow reiterates that the project cannot begin until it gets greenlit by Putrajaya.

Harapan gov't’s reform agenda distracted by religion

Harapan gov't’s reform agenda distracted by religion

COMMENT | If it plays the same game as previous regime, voters will think they might as well return BN to power.

Guan Eng tells banks to be more flexible in lending

Guan Eng tells banks to be more flexible in lending

Minister says there have been many complaints on the difficulties in obtaining financing.

No M’sian casualties in Utrecht tram shooting

No M’sian casualties in Utrecht tram shooting

A Turkish man suspected of shooting dead three people and wounding five on a tram in the Dutch city yesterday.
Unhealthy API readings for four spots in Pahang and Malacca

Unhealthy API readings for four spots in Pahang and Malacca

Rompin and Balok Baru Kuantan recorded the highest readings of 192 and 157.

Tenaganita wants gov't to protect rights of Chin refugees

Tenaganita wants gov't to protect rights of Chin refugees

This pending a resolution of their refugee status.
Noh says 'no' to Nga suspending him, 'yes' to Ariff showing him the exit

Noh says 'no' to Nga suspending him, 'yes' to Ariff showing him the exit

PARLIAMENT | After a protracted saga, the BN lawmaker accepts his three-day suspension.

IGP instructed cops to monitor temples, churches after NZ attack

IGP instructed cops to monitor temples, churches after NZ attack

Police were on high alert and taking precautions in case of retaliation, says Mohamad Fuzi Harun.

Kelantan has been graft-free under PAS gov't - deputy MB

Kelantan has been graft-free under PAS gov't - deputy MB

KELANTAN DUN | This, Mohd Amar says, is due to the various policies implemented by the state since 1990.

Toxic pollution in Johor - throw the book at 'em

Toxic pollution in Johor - throw the book at 'em

LETTER | Do the relevant authorities know how many illegal factories they are in Pasir Gudang?
Let's start a national fund against hunger

Let's start a national fund against hunger

LETTER | If we could crowdfund to alleviate national debt, surely we can for this cause.

Gone MIA - Harapan's action plan for Tamil schools

Gone MIA - Harapan's action plan for Tamil schools

COMMENT | The government has not lived up to its promises on the Tamil schools reform agenda.
Firefighter pinned between EMRS van and car, says witness

Firefighter pinned between EMRS van and car, says witness

UPDATED 6PM | INQUEST | Pakistani national Budd Mosin reveals this during the inquest into Adib's death.

75,352 pensioners to receive RM500 special payment tomorrow

75,352 pensioners to receive RM500 special payment tomorrow

This is in line with Budget 2019 and for those receiving pensions of less than RM1,000 a month.

M'sia and S'pore need at least three more bridges, says PM

M'sia and S'pore need at least three more bridges, says PM

Dr M calls for the more the merrier on causeway connection, but finds Singapore unwilling.
Kadir - Prove you are not clowns, don't hide behind Dr M

Kadir - Prove you are not clowns, don't hide behind Dr M

This is the veteran newsman's message to gov't leaders.

Legal suits against defectors will proceed, says Umno

Legal suits against defectors will proceed, says Umno

Annuar Musa denies claims the party planned to drop the suits due to exorbitant legal cost.
Gov't assures no job cuts with civil service privatisation

Gov't assures no job cuts with civil service privatisation

Guan Eng says the gov't will not rush into the plan without taking into account concerns of all stakeholders.

PAC: Auditor-general verifying legitimacy of GST refund requests

PAC: Auditor-general verifying legitimacy of GST refund requests

The RM19.4b in refunds sought will be verified and presented to the gov’t, says PAC chief.

Juvenile injustice: Best interests of child must be at forefront

Juvenile injustice: Best interests of child must be at forefront

LETTER | Protection of children in conflict with the law needs to be improved.

'Suspended' Noh turns to visiting S'pore speaker for assistance

'Suspended' Noh turns to visiting S'pore speaker for assistance

UPDATED 2.37PM | PARLIAMENT | A visiting delegation from the republic is treated to a quarrel between MPs.

Umno veep thanks MCA and MIC for sticking with BN

Umno veep thanks MCA and MIC for sticking with BN

Khaled Nordin pledges Umno will take non-Malays' interests into account, says M'sia must be run together by all races.
No more politicians as heads of foreign missions or GLCs: PM

No more politicians as heads of foreign missions or GLCs: PM

The remuneration packages of those already in these positions will be reviewed, he adds.

'M'sia got no shame' – comedian's music video mocks 'Bossku' Najib

'M'sia got no shame' – comedian's music video mocks 'Bossku' Najib

Allan Pereira finds Najib Razak's makeover so hysterical he wrote a song about it.
Putrajaya to send letter to S'pore on impending execution of M'sian

Putrajaya to send letter to S'pore on impending execution of M'sian

Minister Liew Vui Keong says this after the case of Michael Anak Garing was brought to his attention.
Dr M: When you hit retirement age, keep on working like me

Dr M: When you hit retirement age, keep on working like me

'The first time I became PM, it was at the age of 56, the age of retirement,' he tells investors.
Why DAP is envious and continues to be fearful of MCA

Why DAP is envious and continues to be fearful of MCA

COMMENT | Today, MCA has more relevance and clout as opposition than the DAP in government.

MP: After 'Jamal revelation', Miti to probe AP holders

MP: After 'Jamal revelation', Miti to probe AP holders

UPDATED 1.47PM | Lim Lip Eng says deputy minister has promised to look into claim that Umno politicians have APs. 

Gov't has told cops not to use Sedition Act: Liew

Gov't has told cops not to use Sedition Act: Liew

PARLIAMENT | Putrajaya plans to have that law reviewed, amended or abolished, he says.

Help us battle graft, don't work with corrupt firms – Mahathir to investors

Help us battle graft, don't work with corrupt firms – Mahathir to investors

UPDATED 1.17PM | 'The least you can do is not to buy shares or make deals with directors or companies that are involved in corrupt practices'.

'New investigation papers into Beng Hock's death to be sent to AGC soon'

'New investigation papers into Beng Hock's death to be sent to AGC soon'

Statements from four witnesses have been recorded, says Home Ministry.

PM wants to make national schools great again

PM wants to make national schools great again

Among the steps to achieve this, Dr Mahathir Mohamad says, is reforming the curriculum.

Indah Water assures waste not released into Sg Kim Kim

Indah Water assures waste not released into Sg Kim Kim

There are other sewage treatment plants in Pasir Gudang maintained by other parties, it points out.
Sugary drinks tax to fund healthy breakfasts for schoolkids

Sugary drinks tax to fund healthy breakfasts for schoolkids

UPDATED 1.02PM | PM says a free meal programme for all primary school children will be launched next year.

From hardcore Harapan supporter, Zaid now staunch critic

From hardcore Harapan supporter, Zaid now staunch critic

'Harapan top leaders will never give up PAC chair... Like they will never give Anwar Ibrahim the PM post.'

Some state-owned entities may be listed, says Mahathir

Some state-owned entities may be listed, says Mahathir

This will cut government debt and liabilities, the prime minister tells a conference of investors.
Lessons from Jacinda Ardern’s leadership

Lessons from Jacinda Ardern’s leadership

MP SPEAKS | She is commited to doing the right thing as opposed to toeing the political line.

Be better than BN, stop probing Women's March organisers, gov't told

Be better than BN, stop probing Women's March organisers, gov't told

No reason to prolong matter as issues over 10-day notice have been addressed, says MP Ramkarpal Singh.
Cops to quiz Umno man for 'shoot DAP members' comment

Cops to quiz Umno man for 'shoot DAP members' comment

Razlan Rafii says the police have opened an investigation paper in relation to his tweet.

Umno, PAS MPs allege Nga abused power as deputy speaker

Umno, PAS MPs allege Nga abused power as deputy speaker

UPDATED 1.33PM | 'He cannot use his powers to defend his wrong action,' say opposition MPs.

Nga bans Noh after Taliban tiff, BN and PAS reps stage protest walkout

Nga bans Noh after Taliban tiff, BN and PAS reps stage protest walkout

UPDATED 12.30PM | PARLIAMENT | Deputy speaker says Tanjung Karang MP's action is an insult to the chair.

Deputy Kelantan MB: Umno could be 'gov't-friendly opposition'

Deputy Kelantan MB: Umno could be 'gov't-friendly opposition'

No coalition government in the state but parties can be buddies, says PAS man.
Police station chief, 15 others detained for protecting massage parlours

Police station chief, 15 others detained for protecting massage parlours

An MACC source said the suspects were believed to have accepted bribes from the businessowners.

Johor ruler cancels his birthday events in respect for chemical dump victims

Johor ruler cancels his birthday events in respect for chemical dump victims

The manpower for the two events can be redeployed to clean up the polluted river, decrees Sultan Ibrahim.

MACC detains senior SSM officer in RM30m corruption probe

MACC detains senior SSM officer in RM30m corruption probe

The officer is believed to have collaborated with two IT companies in getting a project.
Phee flays news report criticising efforts for Christchurch victims

Phee flays news report criticising efforts for Christchurch victims

UPDATED 10.41AM | Penang exco member slams The Star report that Malaysian victims of the mosque attack did not get much assistance.

Why taxpayers failed to get RM486m in refunds last year

Why taxpayers failed to get RM486m in refunds last year

Among the reasons, failing to update their personal information and bank accounts.
Another chemical waste dumpsite found in Pasir Gudang

Another chemical waste dumpsite found in Pasir Gudang

UPDATED 7.54PM | Johor MB has instructed DOE to investigate alleged dumping cases in Masai.

Putrajaya to restore 'sick' projects in Sarawak, says minister

Putrajaya to restore 'sick' projects in Sarawak, says minister

Baru Bian says these projects include Sri Aman Hospital, Petra Jaya Hospital and a number of schools.
'I still love you': Christchurch survivor forgives his wife's killer

'I still love you': Christchurch survivor forgives his wife's killer

Farhid Ahmed offers an olive branch to the gunman, saying he would like to meet him and tell him 'I still love you.'

Lorry driver held for dumping of effluents into pond

Lorry driver held for dumping of effluents into pond

The industrial effluents were dumped into a flood retention pond in Taman Eng Ann, Klang.

Incestuous - PAS chief shoots down 'marriage' with Umno

Incestuous - PAS chief shoots down 'marriage' with Umno

Abdul Hadi Awang likens the relationship with the fellow opposition party to one with a sibling.

Dutch police arrest Turkish man suspected of killing three in tram shooting

Dutch police arrest Turkish man suspected of killing three in tram shooting

A prosecutor says the motive of the killings could be for 'family reasons'.

Student leaders all out for party-free campus elections

Student leaders all out for party-free campus elections

Leaders of three public universities back education minister's call for campus elections free of politics.

Yoursay: Continuation of BN-era AP policy shows rakyat being taken for a ride

Yoursay: Continuation of BN-era AP policy shows rakyat being taken for a ride

YOURSAY | ‘AP should now stand for aggressive pandering.’
Yoursay: MCA can’t go it alone, it needs Umno

Yoursay: MCA can’t go it alone, it needs Umno

YOURSAY | ‘Dignity can be laid to rest over survival – it doesn’t put food on the table.’
Zakir Naik not welcome to preach in Sarawak

Zakir Naik not welcome to preach in Sarawak

COMMENT | Chief Minister Abang Johari Openg should place Zakir Naik on the persona non grata list.

13 charged with obstructing the work of public officials

13 charged with obstructing the work of public officials

They are accused of preventing the demolition of houses on wakaf land belonging to MAIPP.
Jamal-linked company 'awarded AP', and 9 other things that happened yesterday

Jamal-linked company 'awarded AP', and 9 other things that happened yesterday

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