Archive - 15 April 2019

Maszlee on official duty overseas during vote on amendments

Maszlee on official duty overseas during vote on amendments

He is among four Harapan MPs who failed to attend the voting on the status of Sabah, S'wak.

Two more men nabbed over police patrol car inspection

Two more men nabbed over police patrol car inspection

Cops say the suspects were picked up from two separate locations in Nilai and Rantau.
Rantau defeat: Harapan failed to see bread and butter trump big issues

Rantau defeat: Harapan failed to see bread and butter trump big issues

People's main concerns are about their survival, says political analyst. 

PKR man accuses EC of double standard, cites MCA's free dinner

PKR man accuses EC of double standard, cites MCA's free dinner

Wong Chun Yuan says this after his statement was recorded by the Seremban police.

Raid at Ambank branch netted bank account documents on Najib, SRC

Raid at Ambank branch netted bank account documents on Najib, SRC

Branch manager handed over 'several troves of the documents', Bank Negara IO testifies. 

2019-04-15

2019-04-15

Hisham cautions against arrogance after win, Syed Hamid blames arrogance for loss

Hisham cautions against arrogance after win, Syed Hamid blames arrogance for loss

This is after BN scores a third consecutive by-election victory with the win in Rantau.

Shafee: Did Najib know that source of funds was illegal?

Shafee: Did Najib know that source of funds was illegal?

Defence counsel says prosecution has to prove he was complicit in the transactions.

Council of Churches fumes over 'anti-Christian' band's Easter concert

Council of Churches fumes over 'anti-Christian' band's Easter concert

The Singapore-based band's debut EP was titled 'Slay for Satan'.

Temple withdraws appeal after 'Adib not beaten' affidavit by AGC

Temple withdraws appeal after 'Adib not beaten' affidavit by AGC

According to lawyer, the affidavit states that Adib's death was not due to being beaten.

Rulers' powers to appoint, remove MB

Rulers' powers to appoint, remove MB

COMMENT | The days when the titah of a sultan (royal command) must be obeyed are gone.
Insults against royal institution should be viewed seriously - Pahang regent

Insults against royal institution should be viewed seriously - Pahang regent

Tengku Hassanal says he was deeply affected by the recent actions of certain parties.
On what basis was PPSMI re-introduced?

On what basis was PPSMI re-introduced?

LETTER | Was the re-introduction of the PPSMI supported by research or was it merely based on a leader’s personal opinion?

Report: Putrajaya-Kajang link may be revived with LRT4

Report: Putrajaya-Kajang link may be revived with LRT4

The link abandoned in 2004 could be brought back for a cost of RM2 billion.

Maszlee reveals Rosmah's 'Permata' to be called 'Genius'

Maszlee reveals Rosmah's 'Permata' to be called 'Genius'

Education minister says this is to make it more competitive and motivated.

Sabah will continue to pursue its rights enshrined in constitution

Sabah will continue to pursue its rights enshrined in constitution

The rights of Sabah have long been neglected, says Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal.

Najib was director of Yayasan Rakyat 1Malaysia, High Court told

Najib was director of Yayasan Rakyat 1Malaysia, High Court told

A prosecution witness says the ex-PM was appointed in 2013.
Hadi shares 'moment of friendship' with Daim

Hadi shares 'moment of friendship' with Daim

'I hope Tun (Daim) will be granted good health and blessing from Allah,' the PAS chief says in his social media accounts.
Doctors' dilemma - lack of work-life balance

Doctors' dilemma - lack of work-life balance

COMMENT | The 18-hour rigorous shift during a young doctor's housemanship causes tremendous stress.
After dust settles on Rantau polls, trolling and friendly fire emerge

After dust settles on Rantau polls, trolling and friendly fire emerge

When Kulasegaran commented on how Mohamad's majority reduced by 103 votes, Khairy could not resist trolling him.

PM stands firm on cancelling gas pipeline project in Sabah

PM stands firm on cancelling gas pipeline project in Sabah

UPDATED 5PM | There are no plans to resume the TSGP, says Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

CAP and SAM upset over EIA approval for Pan Island Link

CAP and SAM upset over EIA approval for Pan Island Link

LETTER | Given the huge public outcry over PIL, it is imperative the state gov’t releases the 56 DoE conditions imposed.
Enough of advocacy, says Suhakam chair as he tenders early resignation

Enough of advocacy, says Suhakam chair as he tenders early resignation

‘Now, I want to do something on the ground,' says Razali Ismail.

Ex-Goldman Sachs banker's trial date to be decided on May 17

Ex-Goldman Sachs banker's trial date to be decided on May 17

KL Sessions Court will set the date then to hear two of the four charges against Roger Ng.

ECRL salient points: RM1b refund, more locals and CCCC to share risk

ECRL salient points: RM1b refund, more locals and CCCC to share risk

UPDATED 1.54PM | Apart from saving RM21.5 billion, Putrajaya also gains other concessions from the new deal.

Penang CM: Lack of transparency not in our dictionary

Penang CM: Lack of transparency not in our dictionary

Chow Kon Yeow says CMI's activities are internal matters.
Suspension lifted, ECRL work to start as early as next month

Suspension lifted, ECRL work to start as early as next month

UPDATED 2.50PM | Under the new deal, CCCC will have to share the losses and be involved in operations and maintenance.

Lynas warned in 2011 that operations at risk due to lack of engagement

Lynas warned in 2011 that operations at risk due to lack of engagement

Confidential report from Australian advisory firm had said that there was 'urgent need' to win over locals.

Mahathir explains why ECRL realigned to the south

Mahathir explains why ECRL realigned to the south

PM cites connectivity and environmental factors for the change.
Dr M stood up to China when others didn't - Forbes contributor

Dr M stood up to China when others didn't - Forbes contributor

Putrajaya was able to cut costs despite China’s projects being built at inflated prices, says Panos Mourdoukoutas.

Dr M clarifies ERCL deal not in exchange for Jho Low

Dr M clarifies ERCL deal not in exchange for Jho Low

UPDATED 2.01PM | But the PM adds that Putrajaya did press Beijing to import more palm oil.

Musa Aman mounts challenge against money laundering charges

Musa Aman mounts challenge against money laundering charges

Ex-Sabah CM is challenging the constitutionality of certificates used by the prosecution.

Penang gov't hellbent on making island like Bangkok, says activist

Penang gov't hellbent on making island like Bangkok, says activist

Meena Raman points out that building more roads does not solve traffic problems in the long run.

Media charges over Pell trial deemed 'chilling' for open justice

Media charges over Pell trial deemed 'chilling' for open justice

Lawyer warns the charges will affect future news reporting in Australia.

Felda seeks feedback from settlers on new direction

Felda seeks feedback from settlers on new direction

Deputy economic affairs minister says this engagement is a key process in reshaping the agency.

Why no parking space for vehicles at Cochrane MRT Station?

Why no parking space for vehicles at Cochrane MRT Station?

LETTER | Time to convert the open land opposite the MRT station as an open car park.
Boycott does not address the real issue

Boycott does not address the real issue

Sustainable practices and high-yielding crops for world population the way to go.
EIA for Penang's Pan Island Link 1 approved

EIA for Penang's Pan Island Link 1 approved

UPDATED 11AM | CM says the conditional approval for the project by the DOE marks a 'major milestone'.

The Anwar factor in the by-election losses

The Anwar factor in the by-election losses

ADUN SPEAKS | All the recent electoral defeats may have strengthened the PKR chief's position.
Stop self-sabotaging, Harapan

Stop self-sabotaging, Harapan

LETTER | Why continue to harp on racial sentiments, when we clearly rejected racial politics in GE14?

DAP lawmaker tells Harapan to address decline in Indian support

DAP lawmaker tells Harapan to address decline in Indian support

There has been an erosion in Indian backing in the last three by-elections, notes V Sivakumar.

Two dead after being hit by KTM Komuter

Two dead after being hit by KTM Komuter

The two Myanmar nationals are believed to have trespassed and crossed the tracks.

Pete Buttigieg launches 2020 US presidential campaign

Pete Buttigieg launches 2020 US presidential campaign

The mayor and war vet is the first openly gay candidate to pursue a major party presidential nomination.

Indonesia and Malaysia label EU’s biofuel ban discriminatory

Indonesia and Malaysia label EU’s biofuel ban discriminatory

Is a calculated political act at play considering no convincing justification to biofuel ban?

Don’t just keep talking problems, find solutions

Don’t just keep talking problems, find solutions

LETTER | It's time Harapan got real and explained to the people.

'US will use all economic, political means to hold Maduro accountable'

'US will use all economic, political means to hold Maduro accountable'

US Secretary of State Pompeo urges Venezuelan leader to leave his post so the country can return to normalcy.

Day 2: Najib's trial adjourned after photocopying snag, resumes tomorrow

Day 2: Najib's trial adjourned after photocopying snag, resumes tomorrow

LIVE | The former PM faces criminal charges related to SRC International.

Will revoking the Anti-Fake News Act be beneficial?

Will revoking the Anti-Fake News Act be beneficial?

LETTER | If the gov't is serious about this, it must consider the possible after-effects - hateful comments included.

Recent by-elections: who is the happiest of them all?

Recent by-elections: who is the happiest of them all?

LETTER | Zakir Naik must be gloating to see his brand of Islam gaining strength.

Abolish 'tyrannical' NSC Act, M'sian Bar reminds gov't

Abolish 'tyrannical' NSC Act, M'sian Bar reminds gov't

Gov't has more than enough laws to address security concerns, says president Abdul Fareed Abdul Gafoor.

Harapan will lose next GE if it takes its base for granted

Harapan will lose next GE if it takes its base for granted

COMMENT | Harapan's lily-livered politicians care more about winning over the Umno/PAS crowd than taking care of their non-Malay base.

Yoursay: Will Harapan learn from its hat-trick of own goals?

Yoursay: Will Harapan learn from its hat-trick of own goals?

YOURSAY | 'The three straight by-election losses show that the people want action, not just Najib-bashing.'

Yoursay: Umno and PAS, together forever

Yoursay: Umno and PAS, together forever

YOURSAY | 'Nik Abduh wants ties to remain until Judgment Day - truly a marriage not made in heaven.'

Reminder on state palace for Johor MB, and 8 things that happened yesterday

Reminder on state palace for Johor MB, and 8 things that happened yesterday

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