Archive - 13 April 2019

Negeri MB: We'll probe any claims of sabotage in Rantau polls

Negeri MB: We'll probe any claims of sabotage in Rantau polls

UPDATED 12.05AM | RANTAU POLLS | He says action will be taken if there is enough proof to back the claims.

MB: No changes to ECRL route in Terengganu

MB: No changes to ECRL route in Terengganu

This is as a new route would involve additional cost, the MB says.

Mat Hasan: People tired of Harapan's politics of 'blame and slander'

Mat Hasan: People tired of Harapan's politics of 'blame and slander'

UPDATED 10.57PM | RANTAU POLLS | He also notes the non-stop attacks against Najib as if the latter was the candidate.

RTM still relevant as gov't mouthpiece, says Perak MB

RTM still relevant as gov't mouthpiece, says Perak MB

'Logically, RTM must have reached the highest level of maturity and its credibility should not be questioned'.

Defeat reminder for Harapan to focus on people's plight - Anwar

Defeat reminder for Harapan to focus on people's plight - Anwar

RANTAU POLLS | He says attention must be given to the people's concern about the economy and cost of living.

Harapan threw all but kitchen sink and lost, notes KJ

Harapan threw all but kitchen sink and lost, notes KJ

Khairy says Anwar Ibrahim practically lived in Rantau for the by-election.

Fight erupts at Harapan command centre following news of defeat

Fight erupts at Harapan command centre following news of defeat

UPDATED 9.53 | Party members and police manage to diffuse the tension.

Act against Mat Hasan for exposing ballot paper, EC and cops told

Act against Mat Hasan for exposing ballot paper, EC and cops told

Strong message must be sent with regard to this defiant act of breaking election laws, says Bersih.

Najib, Rosmah deny purchasing 'pink diamond'

Najib, Rosmah deny purchasing 'pink diamond'

UPDATED 8.20PM | It also cannot be ascertained if the police's statement on this issue referred to a ring or pendant.

Maszlee urges NGOs to work with NRD to get unregistered children into schools

Maszlee urges NGOs to work with NRD to get unregistered children into schools

Minister wants to increase collaboration so that children don't miss out on their education. 

Official: BN wins Rantau with 4,510-vote majority

Official: BN wins Rantau with 4,510-vote majority

LIVE | Follow Malaysiakini's live coverage of the Rantau by-election results.

Rajawali willing to fulfil put option if Felda exercises it 'properly'

Rajawali willing to fulfil put option if Felda exercises it 'properly'

Economic Affairs Minister Azmin Ali has said that Rajawali was resisting after Felda exercised the put option to regain its investment.

Rajawali MD weighs in on Najib's ties with Indonesian tycoon

Rajawali MD weighs in on Najib's ties with Indonesian tycoon

'It is far-fetched to suggest that he has undue influence over any of his friends or associates'.

New departure levy is strategic to boost local economy

New departure levy is strategic to boost local economy

LETTER | Circulation of capital is within the country instead of flowing out to other countries.

Teresa: Now that ECRL is back on - let's get China to buy more palm oil

Teresa: Now that ECRL is back on - let's get China to buy more palm oil

She hopes the prime minister will raise the topic of exports to China at One Belt, One Road summit in Beijing later this month.
DPM: Harmony between races and religions makes us an exemplary Islamic country

DPM: Harmony between races and religions makes us an exemplary Islamic country

Harapan gov't wants to run the country in a good and proper manner, but needs cooperation from the people, she said.
Vietnamese woman imprisoned over Kim Jong-nam killing to be freed May 3

Vietnamese woman imprisoned over Kim Jong-nam killing to be freed May 3

Doan Thi Huong will be sent back to her home country on the same day.

Johor Sultan has 'no power' to order exco revamp - state PKR chief

Johor Sultan has 'no power' to order exco revamp - state PKR chief

Only the state assembly and winning parties can do it, according to Hassan Karim.
No approval given for Segari projects - Perak MB

No approval given for Segari projects - Perak MB

Ahmad Faizal Azumu says the state government had only received proposals.
New MB to be sworn in tomorrow, says state secretary

New MB to be sworn in tomorrow, says state secretary

Sultan Ibrahim has consented for the swearing-in ceremony to take place tomorrow.

Last UK daily paper drops topless women photos

Last UK daily paper drops topless women photos

The newspaper decides to 'cover up' amid 'sea change in culture'.
EC upset over candidates operating 'pondok panas'

EC upset over candidates operating 'pondok panas'

Political parties stubborn even after warnings, says EC chief Azhar Azizan Harun.

Pregnant teenager among 39 detained in Miri drug bust

Pregnant teenager among 39 detained in Miri drug bust

Sex doll among pornographic materials seized in raid.
The ‘Evelyn Ang Provision’: Thoughts on amending the law

The ‘Evelyn Ang Provision’: Thoughts on amending the law

COMMENT | Tragic death should lead to reconsideration of sporting events legislation.

Sultan wants revamp of exco line-up, second audience with Osman this evening

Sultan wants revamp of exco line-up, second audience with Osman this evening

UPDATED 1.13PM | 'Tak tau', he replies when asked about the second audience and if the ruler accepted his resignation.

Insulting the King: 91 police reports lodged

Insulting the King: 91 police reports lodged

IGP Mohamad Fuzi Harun advises the public not to misuse social media to make provocations.
Osman submits resignation to Johor ruler

Osman submits resignation to Johor ruler

A mere 11 months after being sworn-in, the MB is officially on his way out.

Yoursay: Deserting sinking ship after smelling 'rats' in Felda deal

Yoursay: Deserting sinking ship after smelling 'rats' in Felda deal

YOURSAY | 'Et tu, Hishammuddin Hussein?'

Felda fiasco: Calling it simple mismanagement by top brass is too tame

Felda fiasco: Calling it simple mismanagement by top brass is too tame

COMMENT | New gov't must put its best foot forward in directing its recovery from corrupt administration.

Change your attitude or we won't meet again - North Korea tells US

Change your attitude or we won't meet again - North Korea tells US

Kim Jong Un has given US President Trump until the end of the year to modify his stance.

New environmental pact could face September vote, UN official says

New environmental pact could face September vote, UN official says

Negotiations are underway for a definitive Global Pact for the Environment, which will plug holes left by prior treaties.

No gastronomic discrimination - Kulasegaran 'eats in all eateries'

No gastronomic discrimination - Kulasegaran 'eats in all eateries'

The minister is also mulling legal action against Umno Youth chief for accusing him of sowing hatred.
Police confirm 'pink diamond' bought with 1MDB funds

Police confirm 'pink diamond' bought with 1MDB funds

UPDATED 2.45PM | However, it was not found during the police raids.

Rantau sees highest turnout since GE14 as polls close

Rantau sees highest turnout since GE14 as polls close

BN looking for a hattrick following its victories in Cameron Highlands and Semenyih

MP accuses Najib of twisting facts about Rosmah's jewellery

MP accuses Najib of twisting facts about Rosmah's jewellery

Tony Pua challenges ex-PM to come clean on the bling.

Mahathir, royalty and democracy

Mahathir, royalty and democracy

COMMENT | Ultimately, we have to choose a side. Or choose no side if the choice is meaningless.
ECRL back on track and eight things that happened yesterday

ECRL back on track and eight things that happened yesterday

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