Archive - 9 May 2019

120 flood victims still housed in two relief centres in Penang

120 flood victims still housed in two relief centres in Penang

State gov't and several federal agencies are providing assistance, including preparing meals for breaking fast and sahur.

AG's presence at Rome Statute forum borders on treason - Umno MP

AG's presence at Rome Statute forum borders on treason - Umno MP

Reezal Merican Naina Merican wants Tommy Thomas to resign if he cannot show loyalty to the rulers.
Gov't needs to work harder to fulfil pledges, says Gobind

Gov't needs to work harder to fulfil pledges, says Gobind

Although minister agrees Harapan gov't is facing various constraints, he reiterates that a five-year plan is in place. 

A year of New M'sia: Reminiscing on a historic change

A year of New M'sia: Reminiscing on a historic change

LETTER | It was the longest night for all Malaysians. 

Indonesia should probe deaths of election staff, says parliament deputy

Indonesia should probe deaths of election staff, says parliament deputy

Fahri Hamzah says deaths of over 500 officials in this year's Indonesian elections are globally unprecedented.

Did Rosmah join opposition's all-black campaign?

Did Rosmah join opposition's all-black campaign?

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam posts Instagram picture of ex-PM's wife fully clad in black during Quran recital.
Apologise for disparaging remark, minister urges Najib's lawyer

Apologise for disparaging remark, minister urges Najib's lawyer

Waythamoorthy censures Shafee over his 'estate people' remark in court.

Dr M's speech 'checkmate for Anwar', Umno sec-gen reads between the lines

Dr M's speech 'checkmate for Anwar', Umno sec-gen reads between the lines

If four parties with different aims can come together, why not Umno and PAS, asks Annuar Musa.

Bank Islam reduces base rate to 3.77 pct

Bank Islam reduces base rate to 3.77 pct

Rate revision due to reduction in Bank Negara's Overnight Policy Rate, says Bank Islam CEO. 

Penang's biggest housing woe - high loan rejection rate

Penang's biggest housing woe - high loan rejection rate

This makes it difficult for buyers to own their homes, says Jagdeep Singh Deo.

BBC fires radio presenter after chimpanzee tweet about new royal baby

BBC fires radio presenter after chimpanzee tweet about new royal baby

Tweet was a serious error of judgment that went against UK broadcasting company's values, it says. 

Azmin optimistic on achieving 4.9 pct economic growth

Azmin optimistic on achieving 4.9 pct economic growth

Renewed investor confidence shows gov't should be able to achieve projected 2019 growth, says minister.

PSM sees red over Shafee's 'estate people' remark

PSM sees red over Shafee's 'estate people' remark

If Najib's lawyer wants the media to be professional, then he should do the same, says Arutchelvan.

Who's who in the civil forfeiture notice against Najib and associates

Who's who in the civil forfeiture notice against Najib and associates

Malaysiakini takes a look at the background of those slapped with the forfeiture suit.

Najib told KWAP to expedite SRC loan

Najib told KWAP to expedite SRC loan

NAJIB TRIAL | He had contacted the fund's chairperson for this, says a witness.

Taib’s aide: MACC gave all-clear for S’wak governor

Taib’s aide: MACC gave all-clear for S’wak governor

'Unethical' to link S'wak governor to oil palm plantation near Mulu National Park, says Jameson Ahip Nawie.

DAP wants ‘Khaled Nordin’ FB account owner's apology over 'modified' pix

DAP wants ‘Khaled Nordin’ FB account owner's apology over 'modified' pix

SANDAKAN POLLS | The account owner allegedly altered the image of DAP’s candidate Vivian Wong.

MA63: Sarawak to cooperate with parliamentary select committee

MA63: Sarawak to cooperate with parliamentary select committee

CM says the recent Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2019, failed to accord recognition to the fact that Malaysia is a federation.

Cops investigating Ummah rally to 'defend Islam'

Cops investigating Ummah rally to 'defend Islam'

KL police chief says organisers have been requested to provide statements on May 17.

Gov't must not encourage oligopolies in supply of medicines

Gov't must not encourage oligopolies in supply of medicines

LETTER | It is questionable if a ceiling price for pharmaceuticals will really lead to cheaper medicines.

Constitution of Ibrahim Ali's Putra mirrors that of 'old Umno'

Constitution of Ibrahim Ali's Putra mirrors that of 'old Umno'

The original Umno constitution, he says, matches the goals of the newly-registered party.

Dr M: Yardstick for success not GDP but the people's pockets

Dr M: Yardstick for success not GDP but the people's pockets

He wants a Malaysia without suspicions and a people who celebrate their differences.

PM charts new economic-driven course, but warns of race-baiting 'robbers'

PM charts new economic-driven course, but warns of race-baiting 'robbers'

In conjunction with his administration's first anniversary, Mahathir unveils the 'Shared Prosperity 2030' plan.

Construction of Paloh army camp began before deal inked - report

Construction of Paloh army camp began before deal inked - report

PARLIAMENT | Governance, Procurement and Finance Investigating Committee report also implicates an ex-minister's aide.

MACC arrests deputy director of DBKL

MACC arrests deputy director of DBKL

Azam Baki says RM1 million cash was found at the suspect's house during a raid.

Najib's lawyer says media must not behave like 'estate people'

Najib's lawyer says media must not behave like 'estate people'

Muhammad Shafee Abdullah claims the ex-PM was using the selfie mode as a mirror, not snapping photos of himself.

Veterinarian sworn in to Dewan Negara

Veterinarian sworn in to Dewan Negara

Dr Ahmad Azam is Seremban PKR chief and has been with the party since the Reformasi era.

Two students arrested in Colorado school shooting appear in court

Two students arrested in Colorado school shooting appear in court

They were arrested by police after several students under fire at the school fought back.

Google says Singapore's fake news law may hurt innovation

Google says Singapore's fake news law may hurt innovation

The Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act was passed yesterday.

Despite popularity dip, poll finds many would still pick Harapan

Despite popularity dip, poll finds many would still pick Harapan

Kajidata survey also reveals that the coalition is less popular among low-income earners and youth.

Sabah understands federal gov't's constraints - Shafie

Sabah understands federal gov't's constraints - Shafie

The chief minister says even so, the federal gov't does not restrict the Sabah gov't from speaking up on sticky issues.

Minister expects water supply in Klang to be restored tomorrow

Minister expects water supply in Klang to be restored tomorrow

Air Selangor contractor working around the clock to ensure supply is restored, says Xavier Jayakumar.

'Amusing - PAS shedding crocodile tears over Kulim airport'

'Amusing - PAS shedding crocodile tears over Kulim airport'

Penang DCM II P Ramasamy says the Penang PAS chief appears not well informed of the project, yet is quick to pounce on others to label them 'racists' or 'emotional'. 

Minister stands firm on 'tint' ruling despite police's objection

Minister stands firm on 'tint' ruling despite police's objection

UPDATED 5.14PM | Amendments to existing regulations were made based on feedback from the police, says Anthony Loke.

Dr M: PAS was formed because it felt Umno was 'working with infidels'

Dr M: PAS was formed because it felt Umno was 'working with infidels'

The PM delivers a history lesson to show the opposition's current narrative need not be accepted.

Civil forfeiture notice – responding to Najib's 'puzzled' friend

Civil forfeiture notice – responding to Najib's 'puzzled' friend

UPDATED 8.01PM | Malaysiakini puts things into perspective to better understand this issue.

Ahead of Bossku's arrival, CM says won't bar Najib from Sabah

Ahead of Bossku's arrival, CM says won't bar Najib from Sabah

SANDAKAN POLLS | Najib is set to bring his 'Malu apa, bossku' brand to the by-election campaign tomorrow.

Bersih: Harapan's institutional reforms progress at 36.4pct

Bersih: Harapan's institutional reforms progress at 36.4pct

Overall, the electoral reform group said it was satisfied with the progress made.

Report on Mindef finds ex-PMs and ministers meddling in land swap deals

Report on Mindef finds ex-PMs and ministers meddling in land swap deals

UPDATED 3.30PM | PARLIAMENT | 'The political consideration was above the interest of the government,' says defence minister.

Najib toys with selfie camera in the dock

Najib toys with selfie camera in the dock

NAJIB TRIAL | The ex-PM is spotted toying with his gadget in the dock, and one report says he took selfies with a frown on his face.
They want to wear black or walk naked, who cares? - Chef Wan

They want to wear black or walk naked, who cares? - Chef Wan

The celebrity chef says it is time M'sia unites, adding that an imperfect gov't is better than a corrupt one.

'Penang ever-ready, but up to Putrajaya to restore local polls'

'Penang ever-ready, but up to Putrajaya to restore local polls'

State exco Jagdeep Singh Deo says not all hope is lost as Harapan is now in Putrajaya.

Harapan must rekindle support for reform agenda

Harapan must rekindle support for reform agenda

LETTER | The government cannot afford to rest on its laurels.

'I'm sick of being bogged down by 1MDB'

'I'm sick of being bogged down by 1MDB'

MP SPEAKS | 'Hopefully, from now on we can spend more time to focus on ordinary Malaysians'.

Najib's kids among 18 slapped with forfeiture notice

Najib's kids among 18 slapped with forfeiture notice

Also named was Jho Low's mother Goh Gaik Ewe.

Impossible for Malays to end up like the Uighurs

Impossible for Malays to end up like the Uighurs

LETTER | The well-being of the Muslims in Malaysia is guaranteed under the constitution.

Rafidah tells M'sians to judge Harapan after five years

Rafidah tells M'sians to judge Harapan after five years

One year, says the former minister, is equivalent to just 20 percent of a Malaysian government's tenure.

The rakyat-centric ECRL is driven by transparency

The rakyat-centric ECRL is driven by transparency

COMMENT | Renegotiations were conducted on the premise that the original agreement was still in place.

Why Tengku Maimun matters

Why Tengku Maimun matters

COMMENT | Her appointment as Chief Justice of Malaysia is a big deal.

General practitioners have become an endangered species

General practitioners have become an endangered species

LETTER | Contributions of our GPs to essential healthcare for more than 50 years totally ignored by the gov't.

2019-05-09

2019-05-09

From mall to hall, Big Brother is watching you

From mall to hall, Big Brother is watching you

'Everywhere someone goes, the government knows who they are, who they are with and what they are doing.'

Rulers and politics: An alternate perspective

Rulers and politics: An alternate perspective

LETTER | Let us not allow chauvinism, racism and supremacy to erode national stability.

Huawei CFO to seek stay on extradition citing Trump comments

Huawei CFO to seek stay on extradition citing Trump comments

Trump had hinted at intervention in the case against Meng Wanzhou if it would help seal a trade deal with China.

Shafie: Reps don't need to live in 10-room mansions

Shafie: Reps don't need to live in 10-room mansions

SANDAKAN POLLS | Gov't needs to perform so that Sabahans do not have to migrate, says CM.

US House panel accuses AG of contempt, Trump invokes executive privilege

US House panel accuses AG of contempt, Trump invokes executive privilege

'We are now in a constitutional crisis,' says Congress Judiciary Committee chairperson.

Who can still remember what happened exactly a year ago?

Who can still remember what happened exactly a year ago?

LETTER | On May 9, 2018, Malaysians claimed back their country from the corrupt - and were hopeful for the future.

Anwar warns racism could derail new Malaysia

Anwar warns racism could derail new Malaysia

'The threat of racist and communal flames should not be taken lightly and brushed aside.'

US Senate intelligence panel subpoenas Trump's son

US Senate intelligence panel subpoenas Trump's son

Donald Trump Jr to be questioned on answers he gave to Senate Judiciary Committee in 2017.

Sabah CM confident Sandakan voters will back Wong

Sabah CM confident Sandakan voters will back Wong

SANDAKAN POLLS | 'I can see that every time she speaks, she receives such a great response from the people here.'

Day 16: KWAP panel had reservations about loaning SRC RM2b - witness

Day 16: KWAP panel had reservations about loaning SRC RM2b - witness

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-PM Najib Abdul Razak's SRC International trial.

We know Mahathir; how different will Anwar be?

We know Mahathir; how different will Anwar be?

COMMENT | Will Anwar build consensus? Will he be more inclusive? Will he bridge the racial divide?

Singapore passes fake news law amid freedom-of-speech fears

Singapore passes fake news law amid freedom-of-speech fears

The law will require online media platforms to carry corrections or remove content the gov't considers to be false.
Yoursay: Can Hamid Bador return the police to glory days?

Yoursay: Can Hamid Bador return the police to glory days?

YOURSAY | ‘IPCMC is necessary to restore integrity and public confidence in the police force.’
Was it worth it? After a year, GE14 activists revisit their support

Was it worth it? After a year, GE14 activists revisit their support

SPECIAL REPORT | Their convictions are still strong, but there is sound advice for the new kid on the block.

Yoursay: Little joy greets Harapan government’s first anniversary

Yoursay: Little joy greets Harapan government’s first anniversary

YOURSAY | ‘This wasn’t even a Pyrrhic victory - it seems a victory that never was.'
Mat Hasan: DAP leaders know Umno-PAS pact is disastrous for them

Mat Hasan: DAP leaders know Umno-PAS pact is disastrous for them

SANDAKAN POLLS | This is why DAP is seeking to destroy the partnership, says acting Umno president.

'We don't go around shouting it out, but we have many achievements'

'We don't go around shouting it out, but we have many achievements'

INTERVIEW | We have one single objective - which is to bring back the Malaysia we knew before, says the PM.

'Some love me, some want me dead' - Dr M on bouquets and daggers

'Some love me, some want me dead' - Dr M on bouquets and daggers

INTERVIEW | In a special interview, Mahathir talks about his second stint as PM.

Anwar to have free hand as PM, and 7 things that happened yesterday

Anwar to have free hand as PM, and 7 things that happened yesterday

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

How do ministers, BN shadows rate their performance?

How do ministers, BN shadows rate their performance?

SPECIAL REPORT | Malaysiakini asks Harapan ministers and their opposition counterparts to list each ministry’s achievements and shortcomings, one year after GE14.