Archive - 19 April 2019

Draconian laws - Suhakam commissioner surprised over gov't backtracking

Draconian laws - Suhakam commissioner surprised over gov't backtracking

Aishah Bidin says a special committee had been set up to look into the laws.

Daim hints previous cabinet didn't have full details on ECRL

Daim hints previous cabinet didn't have full details on ECRL

He is also puzzled why Najib Abdul Razak is defending himself over the matter.

In 'New M’sia', Suhakam hopes report will finally be debated in Parliament

In 'New M’sia', Suhakam hopes report will finally be debated in Parliament

Since its establishment, the commission’s annual reports have only been tabled but never debated.

'Unveiling Choice' - stop selective official harassment of minority groups

'Unveiling Choice' - stop selective official harassment of minority groups

LETTER | We are shocked that Mujahid Yusof Rawa has seen it fit to initiate investigations into a book launch.

Evidence of state-sponsored discrimination against LGBT persons

Evidence of state-sponsored discrimination against LGBT persons

LETTER |  Imposing conditions that require LGBT persons to be changed is a violent form of discrimination.

The war of palm oil carotenoids to be told in our history class someday

The war of palm oil carotenoids to be told in our history class someday

The bigger picture behind “a spoonful of red palm oil a day”.

Gov't mulls introducing Cybersecurity Act

Gov't mulls introducing Cybersecurity Act

This to map out proactive actions to protect critical systems in the country, says the DPM.
Health Ministry denies Ipoh school H1N1 outbreak is spreading

Health Ministry denies Ipoh school H1N1 outbreak is spreading

UPDATED 6.54PM | Dzulkefly Ahmad says outbreak is under control and infected students are in stable condition.

Mat Sabu looks to grease defence deals with palm oil

Mat Sabu looks to grease defence deals with palm oil

Negotiations are already underway with China, Russia, and Pakistan to offset defence procurement costs with palm oil.

Subang airport accident: Two air traffic controllers suspended - Loke

Subang airport accident: Two air traffic controllers suspended - Loke

One controller logged that the runway is clear before ending his shift, despite two maintenance vehicles still on the runway.

CJ nomination awaiting approval from Conference of Rulers, says Dr M

CJ nomination awaiting approval from Conference of Rulers, says Dr M

UPDATED 6.22PM | The premier says it's not just the Agong who needs to approve a replacement for Richard Malanjum. 

RON97 to cost RM2.80, RON95 and diesel prices unchanged

RON97 to cost RM2.80, RON95 and diesel prices unchanged

RON97 goes up 12 sen.

Mat Sabu: No more honorary ranks for politicians and celebs

Mat Sabu: No more honorary ranks for politicians and celebs

The measure has consent of the Malay Rulers who hold ceremonial positions in various branches of the Malaysian Armed Forces.

'Gov’t saved a lot by resolving ECRL, Felda, Tabung Haji, Bandar M’sia'

'Gov’t saved a lot by resolving ECRL, Felda, Tabung Haji, Bandar M’sia'

UPDATED 6.40PM | The prime minister says the four 'major problems' resulted from the previous government.

Gerakan calls on Penang CM to explain PSR 'approval' gaffe

Gerakan calls on Penang CM to explain PSR 'approval' gaffe

Party deputy chief Oh Tong Keong wants Chow Kon Yeow to explain discrepancy between earlier announcement and Putrajaya's denial. 

Businesses must show loyalty to rulers to get permits - Pahang MB

Businesses must show loyalty to rulers to get permits - Pahang MB

People are displeased with irresponsible parties insulting the Yang Dipertuan Agong and the sultans, says Wan Rosdy.

PM confirms Bandar Malaysia project reinstated with 'changes'

PM confirms Bandar Malaysia project reinstated with 'changes'

UPDATED 5.57PM | These include the construction of a 'people's park', he says.

No rebates for those hit by water cuts - Air S'gor

No rebates for those hit by water cuts - Air S'gor

This is because an early notice had been issued for the disruption, it says.

EMRS van did not have enough force to send Adib hurtling, says witness

EMRS van did not have enough force to send Adib hurtling, says witness

Retired UKM pathology professor says that injuries could not have come from being hit by van's passenger door 

BN-era youth initiative iM4U rebranded as Impact Malaysia

BN-era youth initiative iM4U rebranded as Impact Malaysia

Youth Minister Syed Saddiq says Impact will be 'completely different' from predecessor.

Deputy minister weighs in on Bloomberg report, Najib takes a different view

Deputy minister weighs in on Bloomberg report, Najib takes a different view

Ong Kian Ming says the interview with a UBS banker about Malaysia's economy was 'cringeworthy' and factually wrong.

Facebook admits to storing millions of Instragram user passwords in plain text

Facebook admits to storing millions of Instragram user passwords in plain text

Social media giant estimates that accounts were not internally abused or improperly accessed.

Report: Bandar Malaysia project to be revived

Report: Bandar Malaysia project to be revived

Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has since confirmed the report.

Gov't looking at monthly income supplements to encourage employers to hire

Gov't looking at monthly income supplements to encourage employers to hire

In Easter message, Lim Guan Eng says Harapan gov't will take firm steps to stimulate job creation.

Penang CM: Khalid statement that PSR not approved yet is 'technically true'

Penang CM: Khalid statement that PSR not approved yet is 'technically true'

Chow appeared to backtrack over earlier claim that the project was approved by the NPPC.

Reveiling the hijab

Reveiling the hijab

LETTER | We all have our own journey - and this is mine.
'I'll still be MB tomorrow, unless I fall down stairs and die'

'I'll still be MB tomorrow, unless I fall down stairs and die'

Amid talk of alleged ouster, Perak MB Ahmad Faizal Azumu insists he is still in charge. 

Set up special panel to handle ECRL investments, says Daim

Set up special panel to handle ECRL investments, says Daim

This special division is to assist investors from China and also local investors, he explains.
Chow Kon Yeow, what are you up to?

Chow Kon Yeow, what are you up to?

LETTER | The chief minister needs to re-look the handling of CMI, PSR, undersea tunnel and highways.

Parties with legitimate stake in assets of Jho Low's father can file claims

Parties with legitimate stake in assets of Jho Low's father can file claims

The High Court today fixed July 19 to hear claims on the assets, said to be worth RM44 million.
Waytha: Gov't must address Orang Asli issues with conviction

Waytha: Gov't must address Orang Asli issues with conviction

Minister determined to prove Harapan's sincerity in dealing with community's issues at upcoming national conference.
Daim: New ECRL deal offers opportunities aplenty for local contractors

Daim: New ECRL deal offers opportunities aplenty for local contractors

Country's lead ECRL negotiator urges local contractors to seize chance to work on international project. 

Foreign tankers suspected of causing oil spill off Kota Tinggi

Foreign tankers suspected of causing oil spill off Kota Tinggi

Satellite images captured several vessels in the water where the spill occurred.

Time to unite the people of this nation

Time to unite the people of this nation

LETTER | 'I am disappointed with East M'sian politicians trying to amend MA63 to enhance their political power.'

Bloomberg interview - analysis was biased, facts were wrong

Bloomberg interview - analysis was biased, facts were wrong

MP SPEAKS | 'I had to shake my head in disbelief' at the negative views offered by Kelvin Tay.

1MDB documentary 'The Kleptocrats' premieres in KL

1MDB documentary 'The Kleptocrats' premieres in KL

The 86-minute film centres on fugitive businessperson Jho Low and his ties to ex-PM Najib's family. 

No green light on Penang reclamation project yet, says Khalid Samad

No green light on Penang reclamation project yet, says Khalid Samad

His statement comes after Penang CM says the project has been given the go-ahead by the NPPC.

Stay loyal and don't ask too many questions, PAS supporters told

Stay loyal and don't ask too many questions, PAS supporters told

 PAS veep says the grassroots are on the ground level, while leadership is sitting on a tree

Let's applaud Indonesia’s efforts to hold free and fair elections

Let's applaud Indonesia’s efforts to hold free and fair elections

LETTER | This process enhances transparency and accountability and also encourages public participation.

In unflattering detail, Mueller report reveals Trump actions to impede inquiry

In unflattering detail, Mueller report reveals Trump actions to impede inquiry

It also raised questions about whether he committed the crime of obstruction of justice.

Sabah Assembly passes motion to support Constitution amendment

Sabah Assembly passes motion to support Constitution amendment

We want Sabah MPs to negotiate with the relevant parties to implement the amendments, says rep.

The terrible legacy of Najib's corruption

The terrible legacy of Najib's corruption

COMMENT | The former PM is now capitalising on social media to rebrand his image as a man wronged.

Yoursay: Time for Harapan to govern, it must put its foot down

Yoursay: Time for Harapan to govern, it must put its foot down

YOURSAY | 'It is not helping itself by being overly cautious about appearing anti-Malay, anti-Islam and anti-royalty.'
Yoursay: Baffling to tax tourists when fewer are coming in

Yoursay: Baffling to tax tourists when fewer are coming in

YOURSAY | 'The gov't must realise that the tourist market is a very competitive one.'

China envoy 'clueless' about Jho Low, and 8 things that happened yesterday

China envoy 'clueless' about Jho Low, and 8 things that happened yesterday

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