Archive - 22 March 2019

Water spat with S'pore mirrors gov't treatment of minorities

Water spat with S'pore mirrors gov't treatment of minorities

LETTER | This is still how the Malaysian government operates. This is the Malaysian dilemma. 

Umno leaders, supporters harass Mkini interns after altercation

Umno leaders, supporters harass Mkini interns after altercation

The journalism students have lodged a police report while Malaysiakini editor-in-chief Steven Gan condemned the incident.

Maszlee to uni students: 'Jangan malu', you have role to play

Maszlee to uni students: 'Jangan malu', you have role to play

After UM fracas, education minister says university students have responsibility to uphold truth.
KJ condemns thuggish behaviour, Lokman claims Umno rescued 'DAP' student

KJ condemns thuggish behaviour, Lokman claims Umno rescued 'DAP' student

UPDATED 9.03PM | Claiming ignorance on the attacker, Lokman says it was a passerby who attacked the student.

Manhandled student: Najib has to be reminded of his misdeeds

Manhandled student: Najib has to be reminded of his misdeeds

'We want to let him know there are people who oppose him and he should not be so arrogant.'

We were told Najib won't be present, restaurant cries foul

We were told Najib won't be present, restaurant cries foul

The restaurant owner's daughter claims the organiser had lied when asked if the former PM will show up.

All 111 schools in Pasir Gudang to reopen on March 31

All 111 schools in Pasir Gudang to reopen on March 31

The schools had been closed since March 13 following the Sungai Kim Kim chemical waste pollution incident.

Umno in the dark over man who headlocked student, claims Najib

Umno in the dark over man who headlocked student, claims Najib

Former PM said he was told the man was a 'passer-by'.

Selangor assemblywomen don headscarves in solidarity

Selangor assemblywomen don headscarves in solidarity

The group, which includes non-Muslims, are showing support for victims  of last week's mass shooting in Christchurch.

New Zealand PM receives death threats on social media

New Zealand PM receives death threats on social media

The post had been up for more than 48 hours before the sender's Twitter account was suspended.

Work with us to end poor image – CJ tells bar

Work with us to end poor image – CJ tells bar

Malanjum seeks legal fraternity’s cooperation in addressing negative perception of the judiciary.
PKR wants cops to probe Najib's supporters, urges ex-PM to apologise

PKR wants cops to probe Najib's supporters, urges ex-PM to apologise

Najib supporters had roughed up UM students protesting his talk in KL.

Court sets July date to start Zahid's trial

Court sets July date to start Zahid's trial

The Umno president is facing 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, graft, and money laundering.

Najib thinks students should not have protested, expresses regret

Najib thinks students should not have protested, expresses regret

UPDATED 6.37PM | Ex-PM believes Malaysians should respect one another, even if they hold different opinions.

PAC returns to pre-Abdullah Badawi era as gov't controls top two posts

PAC returns to pre-Abdullah Badawi era as gov't controls top two posts

Under Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and Najib, deputy chair was held by the opposition

Why do Muslims love their own kind?

Why do Muslims love their own kind?

COMMENT | It’s only natural that we feel more for those with whom we have an affiliation.
Joining Bersatu a collective decision, says ex-Sabah Umno MP

Joining Bersatu a collective decision, says ex-Sabah Umno MP

Azizah Mohd Dun says decision to join Bersatu was not about saving oneself or having a personal agenda. 

Medical expert: Adib's injuries more likely due to being hit by vehicle

Medical expert: Adib's injuries more likely due to being hit by vehicle

UPDATED 8.14PM | INQUEST | A medical forensics specialist says the fireman's injuries were not consistent with that of an assault.
New NAP to outline regulatory framework for 'flying cars'

New NAP to outline regulatory framework for 'flying cars'

The new policy would also deal with laws and regulations for self-driving cars, including insurance.

Dr M's poem: Come my people, let us steal so we can become boss

Dr M's poem: Come my people, let us steal so we can become boss

Among others, the premier says, to be called a kleptocrat is a compliment.

Jasin election petition hearing extended to next month

Jasin election petition hearing extended to next month

This is to enable all witnesses involved in petition filed by Harapan's GE14 candidate Khairuddin Abu Hassan to testify.

Nurul Izzah resigns PAC post

Nurul Izzah resigns PAC post

The Permatang Pauh MP previously spoke out against the government's move to hold on to the PAC chair.

Murphy Oil sells M'sia assets to Thai firm for US$2.1b

Murphy Oil sells M'sia assets to Thai firm for US$2.1b

Deal between US oil firm and Thailand's PTTEP comes as M&A activity heats up in M'sian oil and gas sector.
RON97 up 7 sen; RON95, diesel prices unchanged

RON97 up 7 sen; RON95, diesel prices unchanged

The new prices come into effect at midnight.

Getting to know our palm oil

Getting to know our palm oil

Prime Minister, Tun M, officiates the ‘Love MY Palm Oil’ campaign.

The beginner’s guide to palm oil

The beginner’s guide to palm oil

Palm oil: the secret superstar of everyday Malaysian lives.
Student manhandled after tempers flare over 'clown-faced' Najib cutout

Student manhandled after tempers flare over 'clown-faced' Najib cutout

One livid supporter grabs a student in a reverse chokehold and attempts to drag him over the railing.

Sedition Act needed to ensure racial harmony - Musa Hassan

Sedition Act needed to ensure racial harmony - Musa Hassan

Ex-IGP cites insults against race, religion, and royalty as a reason why the act should stay.

S Korean foreign minister apologises for 'painful mistake' during Moon's trip to M'sia

S Korean foreign minister apologises for 'painful mistake' during Moon's trip to M'sia

This is after the president comes under fire from opposition lawmakers and the press for using wrong greetings.

Bersatu urged to deduct gov't reps' salaries for party funds

Bersatu urged to deduct gov't reps' salaries for party funds

Supreme council member Wan Saiful Wan Jan calls for monthly salary cuts in order to channel funds to grassroots.  

I did not plan on speaking in mosque, clarifies Najib

I did not plan on speaking in mosque, clarifies Najib

This is after the management of the mosque near UM files a police report.

Cops greenlight 'peace rally' from 7.30am to 11am

Cops greenlight 'peace rally' from 7.30am to 11am

The rally will take place at Dataran Merdeka tomorrow morning.

Ex-IGP uses NZ massacre to justify maintaining death penalty

Ex-IGP uses NZ massacre to justify maintaining death penalty

UPDATED 3.40PM | New Zealand does not have the death penalty - so people will even dare to do killings, says Musa Hassan.
Mohd Isa withdraws application to obtain condo purchase documents

Mohd Isa withdraws application to obtain condo purchase documents

This was done after FGV Holdings handed over the required documents to Mohd Isa, his lawyer says.
Saifuddin in Istanbul for emergency OIC meeting on Christchurch attacks

Saifuddin in Istanbul for emergency OIC meeting on Christchurch attacks

The foreign minister will meet with counterparts to discuss steps to address anti-Islamic terrorism.
MB denies banning sale of alcohol, says it is golf club's decision

MB denies banning sale of alcohol, says it is golf club's decision

Aminuddin Harun says decision to ban alcohol sale was made collectively by Seremban International Golf Club committee. 

7,000 UM students demand refund for RM120 dinner fee

7,000 UM students demand refund for RM120 dinner fee

Students from B40 group say cost of five-star meal was included with charges for tuition and accommodation.

Customs officers aiding cigarette and liquor smugglers, claims whistleblower

Customs officers aiding cigarette and liquor smugglers, claims whistleblower

However, the department's acting DG Paddy Abdul Halim strongly denies this allegation.

Farmers in Cameron: Victims or polluters?

Farmers in Cameron: Victims or polluters?

ADUN SPEAKS | Even the federal gov’t appears blind to the plight of those who have farmed there for generations!

Perlis mufti's car burnt

Perlis mufti's car burnt

UPDATED 12.05PM | Police says it may have been a petrol bomb, but the mufti says the Fire Department found no sign of sabotage.

Don’t let terrorists win by spreading their message

Don’t let terrorists win by spreading their message

COMMENT | We need to nurture peaceful counter-narratives rather than viral a video of hateful killings.
I was cleared to land, says pilot in fatal runway accident

I was cleared to land, says pilot in fatal runway accident

Muhammad Fauwaz Zamzam adds that there were no other lights on tarmac, aside from usual ones.
Dormant company is AP holder, but firm claims filing error

Dormant company is AP holder, but firm claims filing error

SH Warisan Cergas' director says there is a mistake in the records, but the company's secretary says the records are reliable.

AGC to file ‘certificate of urgency’ for its appeal against Najib’s stay order

AGC to file ‘certificate of urgency’ for its appeal against Najib’s stay order

UPDATED 11.53AM | 'We are hoping by next week the Federal Court can hear our appeal on the stay,' says DPP Manoj Kurup.
Cabinet to decide on Pan Borneo Highway PDP model

Cabinet to decide on Pan Borneo Highway PDP model

It’ll decide on dropping the project delivery partner model for a turnkey contractor for the 1,060km highway.

NZ marks one week since mosque attack - with prayers, headscarves

NZ marks one week since mosque attack - with prayers, headscarves

PM Ardern joins mourners near Al Noor mosque, with Friday prayers to be broadcast nationally.

Sarawakian Michael Garing executed in S'pore

Sarawakian Michael Garing executed in S'pore

UPDATED 12.40PM | The Malaysian High Commission in Singapore confirms the matter, according to Bernama. 

Is DAP a victim of Malay microaggression?

Is DAP a victim of Malay microaggression?

COMMENT | It is time to stop all forms of aggression, as all Malaysians want to live in peace and harmony.

What is the significance of the Golan Heights

What is the significance of the Golan Heights

The following is a quick guide to the hilly 1,200 sq km plateau.
In major shift, Trump wants US to recognise Israeli sovereignty over Golan

In major shift, Trump wants US to recognise Israeli sovereignty over Golan

Trump’s move appeared to be his most overt yet to help Netanyahu.

Brazil's ex-president jailed for heading 'criminal organisation'

Brazil's ex-president jailed for heading 'criminal organisation'

Temer was leader of a ‘criminal organisation’ that took US$472m (RM1.9b) in bribes and kickbacks.
Yoursay: Are we milking a tragedy for political gain?

Yoursay: Are we milking a tragedy for political gain?

YOURSAY | ‘There’s no point doing this if racists are allowed to spew hatred back home.’
Raja Kamarul Bahrin and Daim have burst the Malay bubble

Raja Kamarul Bahrin and Daim have burst the Malay bubble

COMMENT | The NEP is a form of control that should be dumped - as well as Ketuanan Melayu and affirmative action policies.


Yoursay: Bravo, Daim, for speaking out against racial rhetoric

Yoursay: Bravo, Daim, for speaking out against racial rhetoric

YOURSAY | ‘This message by such a prominent ‘tokoh Melayu’ is important in no small way.’
Ethiopia crash captain did not train on airline's MAX simulator

Ethiopia crash captain did not train on airline's MAX simulator

The pilot of Ethiopian Airlines, which has one of first MAX jet simulators, was due for refresher training this month end.

Agong presents appointment letters to three Malaysian envoys

Agong presents appointment letters to three Malaysian envoys

These are the new heads of diplomatic missions in the UK, Indonesia and the Holy See.

Johor Environment Dept officer faints after inhaling toxic fumes

Johor Environment Dept officer faints after inhaling toxic fumes

The fumes came from a leaking barrel in the department’s laboratory in Skudai, Johor Bahru.

Najib hired 'spin doctor' last year, and 7 things that happened yesterday

Najib hired 'spin doctor' last year, and 7 things that happened yesterday

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