Archive - 20 April 2019

Understanding with Dr M is to continue reform agenda: Anwar

Understanding with Dr M is to continue reform agenda: Anwar

This to fulfil Harapan's promises to the people, he says.

Sabah CM on five-day working visit to China

Sabah CM on five-day working visit to China

He is accompanied by 32 business leeaders representing various industries in Sabah.
Azmin: No gov't funding for Bandar Malaysia

Azmin: No gov't funding for Bandar Malaysia

It will be driven by the private sector to attract foreign investors, says the minister. 

Najib backs trial live telecast petition, raps 'gov't-controlled media'

Najib backs trial live telecast petition, raps 'gov't-controlled media'

The people have a right to know the truth and to have transparency, he says.

Near impossible to research marijuana in M'sia, says group

Near impossible to research marijuana in M'sia, says group

This is because possession of the amount needed for research carries a stiff sentence.

Saifuddin calls for healthy debate on Lynas

Saifuddin calls for healthy debate on Lynas

This can prevent any untoward developments from occurring, says the minister and Indera Mahkota MP.

Parliamentary Select Committee on MA63 to be established

Parliamentary Select Committee on MA63 to be established

VK Liew says the committee will complement the Cabinet Special Committee handling the same issue.

AG to probe why charge over maid's murder dropped - Sim

AG to probe why charge over maid's murder dropped - Sim

The Bukit Mertajam rep was among the first to highlight the plight of the late Adelina Sao.

Public needs to be clear on role of Malay rulers, says Waytha

Public needs to be clear on role of Malay rulers, says Waytha

He urged the rakyat to be careful on social media and not to insult the royal institution.

Lorry protection racket - another 22 RTD officers nabbed

Lorry protection racket - another 22 RTD officers nabbed

They are suspected of leaking information on RTD enforcement operations.

Rome Statute - four academics must defend their stand

Rome Statute - four academics must defend their stand

LETTER | Academic reputations – not only individual but also institutional - must be earned and upheld.

Umno Youth wants Putrajaya to come clean on civil service 'purge'

Umno Youth wants Putrajaya to come clean on civil service 'purge'

Why is Kian Ming the one who announced that the service was being 'cleaned up', asks Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.

Home Ministry rebuts Suhakam, says Sosma, PAA amendments coming soon

Home Ministry rebuts Suhakam, says Sosma, PAA amendments coming soon

It says Poca, Pota, PPPA and Sedition Act also being reviewed.

Police probing Najib trial videos for illegal information disclosure

Police probing Najib trial videos for illegal information disclosure

UPDATED 11.17PM | The clips show two witnesses testifying in court at the ex-premier's ongoing hearing. 

New minimum wage recommendation within 16 months - Kula

New minimum wage recommendation within 16 months - Kula

Minimum Wage Technical Committee expected to submit proposal by August next year.

Ipoh mayor goes 'missing', may be sacked

Ipoh mayor goes 'missing', may be sacked

'It's a first. It's like he has disappeared,' Perak exco Paul Yong says on Zamri Man.

Perhaps it’s time to opt for a referendum on Sarawak

Perhaps it’s time to opt for a referendum on Sarawak

COMMENT | I think it's time the Sarawak Government held a referendum to ask Sarawakians to decide their own future.
Saddiq: Malaysia mulling bid to host Mobile Legends world cup

Saddiq: Malaysia mulling bid to host Mobile Legends world cup

The e-sports championship is set to be held in a Southeast Asian country.

Two foreigners who allegedly molested Grab driver beaten up, arrested

Two foreigners who allegedly molested Grab driver beaten up, arrested

The incident escalated when one of the duo tried to climb into the front passenger seat in the middle of the ride.

After dragnet, MACC may also summon RTD senior management

After dragnet, MACC may also summon RTD senior management

Anti-corruption agency will record statements from remanded officers before proceeding further.

DPM assures OKU unaffected by civil service downsizing

DPM assures OKU unaffected by civil service downsizing

One percent quota needs to be met before any revision is considered, Wan Azizah states.

Democrats make bid for Russia probe evidence, Trump approval drops

Democrats make bid for Russia probe evidence, Trump approval drops

Subpoena issued against DOJ to hand over the full report by May 1.

Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia potential new markets for palm oil exports

Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia potential new markets for palm oil exports

Teresa Kok's deputy set to visit both countries next week to promote palm oil-based products.

Celebrating Good Friday

Celebrating Good Friday

Christians gather at the Holy Rosary Church to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus.

Xavier on Pahang's RM17b request: Feasibility is another issue

Xavier on Pahang's RM17b request: Feasibility is another issue

All states want federal compensation for preserving forests, but the availability of cash is another matter, he says.

US intelligence says Huawei funded by Chinese state security

US intelligence says Huawei funded by Chinese state security

CIA accuses the tech company of receiving funding from Beijing's state intelligence network.

Zuraida hails doubling of affordable homes under revived Bandar M'sia

Zuraida hails doubling of affordable homes under revived Bandar M'sia

She says this shows that low- and middle-income groups will not be discriminated against.

CFM wants PM to meet families of 'enforced disappearance' victims

CFM wants PM to meet families of 'enforced disappearance' victims

Archbishop Julian Leow also calls for a probe on Bukit Aman's Special Branch.

Pastor Raymond Koh's wife hopes for Easter miracle

Pastor Raymond Koh's wife hopes for Easter miracle

UPDATED 12.20PM | 'We have hope that whatever we have been through in the darkness will pass,' says Susanna Liew.

Nothing great about skyscrapers if rivers and air polluted, says Dr M

Nothing great about skyscrapers if rivers and air polluted, says Dr M

UPDATED 12.10PM | He stresses that balance between development and environmental preservation is a must.

Ringgit expected to rise after Bandar Malaysia revival

Ringgit expected to rise after Bandar Malaysia revival

It fell to a three-month low this week due to concerns about M'sia being dropped from global bond market index.

Where is the justice for abused maid Adelina?

Where is the justice for abused maid Adelina?

LETTER | The employer initially implicated in death of domestic worker 'treated worse than a dog' now walks free.
Egyptians to vote on changes that may see Sisi in power to 2030

Egyptians to vote on changes that may see Sisi in power to 2030

Supporters say the move is necessary to give president more time to complete major reforms.

Northern Ireland police arrest two over murder of reporter

Northern Ireland police arrest two over murder of reporter

UPDATED 4PM | Investigative journalist Lyra Mckee, 29, was gunned down during a riot in Londonderry.

US arrests former Marine over North Korea embassy raid in Spain

US arrests former Marine over North Korea embassy raid in Spain

Federal agents also raided the apartment of a North Korean dissident group leader.

Wang Kelian - it's as bad as you suspect

Wang Kelian - it's as bad as you suspect

COMMENT | What went down in Wang Kelian is the kind of evil that could destroy a country.
Exco reiterates Harapan's support after leaked audio berating Perak MB

Exco reiterates Harapan's support after leaked audio berating Perak MB

'We in Amanah, PKR, as well as DAP stand firmly behind the menteri besar,' says Asmuni Awi.

Penang CM defends 'hanging up' on BFM interview

Penang CM defends 'hanging up' on BFM interview

Chow Kon Yeow spoke on the Penang Transport Master Plan to the business radio station.

How ICSB got back Bandar M'sia after botched Najib-era deal

How ICSB got back Bandar M'sia after botched Najib-era deal

KINIGUIDE | A quick recap on the involvement of the M’sia-China consortium.

Yoursay: Power of the people, the gov’t and the royalty

Yoursay: Power of the people, the gov’t and the royalty

YOURSAY | ‘Absolutism has no place in a progressive democracy. The rulers reign but do not rule.’

Bandar Malaysia revived, and 9 things that happened yesterday

Bandar Malaysia revived, and 9 things that happened yesterday

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

Defence spending takes a backseat to saving TH, Felda - Mat Sabu

Defence spending takes a backseat to saving TH, Felda - Mat Sabu

Nevertheless, a deal to purchase fast interceptor boats is still in the pipeline.

Harapan will not be a one-term gov't, vows minister

Harapan will not be a one-term gov't, vows minister

INTERVIEW | In five years, people will see that we are better than BN, says Teresa Kok.