Archive - 16 May 2019

Maszlee links matriculation quota to ​Mandarin requirement for jobs

Maszlee links matriculation quota to ​Mandarin requirement for jobs

Maszlee Malik quips that even the Avengers wouldn't be able to fix all the country's problems in a year.

'Media Council not aimed at restricting press freedom'

'Media Council not aimed at restricting press freedom'

Deputy communications minister assures that it is only to provide clear guidelines to media practitioners.

Sheikh Omar slams those calling non-Muslims in mosques 'dogs'

Sheikh Omar slams those calling non-Muslims in mosques 'dogs'

DAP man says such harsh words create confusion about Islam, and may put people off the religion. 

Anwar warns of new racist narrative among Malays, Chinese and Indians

Anwar warns of new racist narrative among Malays, Chinese and Indians

The PKR president says that this narrative plagues those from all ethnic groups.

Cops nab three more suspected members of Islamic State cell

Cops nab three more suspected members of Islamic State cell

The two M'sians and an Indonesian belong to the cell that planned to attack non-Muslim houses of worship.

DPM wants telcos in on early warning system for disasters

DPM wants telcos in on early warning system for disasters

She states that the gov't is looking at the best way to involve telcos in such a system.

Perak MB insists Orang Asli blockade removal lawful

Perak MB insists Orang Asli blockade removal lawful

Ahmad Faizal Azumu also denies the use of heavy-handed tactics, calling such claims 'baseless'.

Putrajaya to study need for Climate Change Act

Putrajaya to study need for Climate Change Act

Yeo says the study will be conducted through a collaboration between GreenTech M'sia and the UK gov't.

KJ, don't play politics with workers' welfare

KJ, don't play politics with workers' welfare

LETTER | We should welcome with open arms the proposal to send our workers to Japan. 

Hisham: Ex-leaders must be responsible, but prove misdeeds in court

Hisham: Ex-leaders must be responsible, but prove misdeeds in court

The former defence minister claims a land swap approved in 1996 is more serious.

Gov't announces Aidilfitri aid for civil servants, pensioners

Gov't announces Aidilfitri aid for civil servants, pensioners

The RM450 for civil servants in Grade 56 and below and RM225 for pensioners will be paid out on May 24.

'1,001 possibilities' how Adib could have fallen and hit kerb, inquest told

'1,001 possibilities' how Adib could have fallen and hit kerb, inquest told

INQUEST | Forensic expert says there are too many ways in which the firefighter could have fallen.

Report finds army firing range in Batu Pahat a 'public safety risk'

Report finds army firing range in Batu Pahat a 'public safety risk'

There are no walls on either side, yet there are farms, homes, and factories located nearby.

11 more Awas cameras to be installed along Plus expressway

11 more Awas cameras to be installed along Plus expressway

Deputy transport minister says the locations will be decided after studies are completed this year.

Moderate price increases may be good for the country

Moderate price increases may be good for the country

LETTER | One of the best ways to increase our GDP is to spend more.

After Dr M cries foul, EC offers to meet Harapan for feedback

After Dr M cries foul, EC offers to meet Harapan for feedback

The PM had complained that he needed to charter his own helicopter during a by-election.

Tourism minister says to expect good news on visas on arrival

Tourism minister says to expect good news on visas on arrival

Mohammadin says he wants to make it easier for tourists, especially from China and India, to holiday here.

Hong Kong democracy leader Joshua Wong sent to jail

Hong Kong democracy leader Joshua Wong sent to jail

He shouts 'Everyone keep going!' as dozens of supporters in the public gallery cheer in response.

RCI: Money for release from camps in Perlis, Thailand, paid to Malaysians - Witness

RCI: Money for release from camps in Perlis, Thailand, paid to Malaysians - Witness

WANG KELIAN RCI | Investigations found that one Rohingya person paid RM5,800 for his uncle's release, and a Myanmar national paid RM4,000 for his nephew's freedom.

Bank Negara opens up dynamic hedging for trust banks

Bank Negara opens up dynamic hedging for trust banks

Governor Nor Shamsiah Mohd Yunus says this will preserve an orderly and transparent onshore market.

Perak Orang Asli blockade dismantled by ‘swarm of gov’t personnel’ - COAC

Perak Orang Asli blockade dismantled by ‘swarm of gov’t personnel’ - COAC

Centre for Orang Asli Concern claims ‘pro-logging’ state gov’t personnel were responsible.

Education ministry mulls incentive for teachers for post-grad studies

Education ministry mulls incentive for teachers for post-grad studies

Maszlee Malik says the ministry will discuss the matter with the Public Service Department. 
Expect tiered departure levy after August

Expect tiered departure levy after August

Official says the tiered structure will see economy class travellers pay the lowest rates.

Ministers finally have their duties gazetted

Ministers finally have their duties gazetted

The Ministers of the Federal Government Order was gazetted on May 14.

No evidence to suggest Adib pulled from van - HKL forensics expert

No evidence to suggest Adib pulled from van - HKL forensics expert

INQUEST | Dr Ahmad Hafizam Hasmi says autopsy did not reveal injuries consistent with this scenario.

An ode to teachers

An ode to teachers

LETTER | A poem for this Teachers Day.

Speech at mosque: Johor sultan fumes, MP defends himself

Speech at mosque: Johor sultan fumes, MP defends himself

DAP's Pang Hock Liong claims he did not raise political issues and was merely distributing aid.
Dr M says M'sia on right track, cites quality education ranking

Dr M says M'sia on right track, cites quality education ranking

The 2018 Quality Education Index ranks Malaysia on the 19th place out of 141 countries.
FT MIC denies selling off building

FT MIC denies selling off building

Instead, it says it's merely considering offers by interested buyers and the matter is not confirmed.
Putrajaya to empty Tabung Harapan and pay off some 1MDB debts

Putrajaya to empty Tabung Harapan and pay off some 1MDB debts

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said when the fund closed on Jan 14, it had collected RM202.7m.

Norway fund pullout no significant impact on M'sia: BNM

Norway fund pullout no significant impact on M'sia: BNM

This is because the country has a big pool of domestic institutional investors.

PSM worried over slow action in temple tussle, raises Seafield spectre

PSM worried over slow action in temple tussle, raises Seafield spectre

This concerns the closing of an access road to a temple in Ladang Bangi.

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Khalid Samad disappointed with 'friends' over project criticism

Khalid Samad disappointed with 'friends' over project criticism

'You met with TTDI residents, but you have not sat and met with me even for one minute,' says minister.
Minister vows action after group 'misused' his name for publicity

Minister vows action after group 'misused' his name for publicity

Mohamaddin Ketapi says neither he nor his office received any invitation to an APTTF awards event.

'If I can save baby, why kill baby?' – Minister on Taman Rimba Kiara project

'If I can save baby, why kill baby?' – Minister on Taman Rimba Kiara project

Khalid Samad says the renegotiated deal is a win-win situation if all quarters are willing to compromise.

Three MRSM students headed to West Point

Three MRSM students headed to West Point

They were selected from among 100 candidates with a minimum of 7As in their SPM exams. 

'Bossku' phenomenon- can betrayal earn a badge of honour?

'Bossku' phenomenon- can betrayal earn a badge of honour?

LETTER | He has quite successfully had the temerity to reinvent himself.

Gov’t looking to ‘tweak’ CMA in wake of teen’s social media-linked death

Gov’t looking to ‘tweak’ CMA in wake of teen’s social media-linked death

UPDATED 6.42PM | The MCMC has been instructed to work with the police to establish the facts.

PTPTN considering bringing back travel ban for defaulters

PTPTN considering bringing back travel ban for defaulters

UPDATED 7PM | The fund is also looking at several other options to further improve study loan repayments.

Q1 GDP growth faster than forecast, but Bank Negara warns of risks

Q1 GDP growth faster than forecast, but Bank Negara warns of risks

Central bank says economy grew 4.5 percent in the first quarter of 2019.

Ringgit rose 1.4 percent against US dollar in 1Q 2019: Bank Negara

Ringgit rose 1.4 percent against US dollar in 1Q 2019: Bank Negara

However, from April to May 15, the ringgit depreciated by 2.2 percent against the US dollar, in line with most regional currencies.

'Who is Hussain' group lodges police report following online threats

'Who is Hussain' group lodges police report following online threats

Group says its part of a global charity organisation, but opponents accuse it of spreading Shia faith.

May 13: Why Malaysiakini revisited an old, but persistent, wound

May 13: Why Malaysiakini revisited an old, but persistent, wound

Malaysiakini answers some of the questions surrounding this special report, which has received both praise and criticism.

Defence official files 14 reports with MACC over land swap deals

Defence official files 14 reports with MACC over land swap deals

UPDATED 1.26PM | Two other reports were filed earlier in February.

Bursa remains lower at mid-morning

Bursa remains lower at mid-morning

However, losses were limited by gains in certain heavyweights, such as Petronas Dagangan riding on a rally on crude oil prices.

Kedah civil servants to get RM1,000 Aidilfitri bonus

Kedah civil servants to get RM1,000 Aidilfitri bonus

Menteri Besar Mukhriz Mahathir says the bonus will be paid on May 30.
Ku Li warns of snap polls, Zaid unconvinced of Dr M-Anwar transition

Ku Li warns of snap polls, Zaid unconvinced of Dr M-Anwar transition

He says BN and PAS must begin negotiation on seat allocations for the next general election.

Review representation procedure in criminal cases, Bar urges AGC

Review representation procedure in criminal cases, Bar urges AGC

It refers to recent disquieting decisions to discontinue or withdraw proceedings in several cases.  
IS-linked group 'abused' Adib's name to justify terror plot, says family lawyer

IS-linked group 'abused' Adib's name to justify terror plot, says family lawyer

His family wants justice, not more violence and there's absolutely no connection between the two.

Paloh land swap - committee calls for probe on ex-aide and three former officials

Paloh land swap - committee calls for probe on ex-aide and three former officials

The recommendation was made in a report prepared by the Governance, Procurement and Finance Investigating Committee.
Australia's Labour opposition set for election victory - poll

Australia's Labour opposition set for election victory - poll

Conservative Prime Minister Scott Morrison fails to woo voters with his promise of economic stability.
Questionable military land swap deals undermine national security

Questionable military land swap deals undermine national security

LETTER | If this is not a betrayal of the nation, then what is it?

Thai anti-junta leader says 'no giving up' on forming next gov’t

Thai anti-junta leader says 'no giving up' on forming next gov’t

Electoral rules make it nearly impossible for the opposition to overcome the Senate’s vote to form its own gov't. 
Venezuela opposition, government leaders travel to Norway for possible talks

Venezuela opposition, government leaders travel to Norway for possible talks

The trip suggests the two sides may be seeking a fresh approach after the repeated failure of dialogue. 
Trump to visit South Korea in June for summit with Moon

Trump to visit South Korea in June for summit with Moon

The summit is expected to focus on North Korea and the bilateral alliance.
M'sia officially removed from list of Rome Statute signatories

M'sia officially removed from list of Rome Statute signatories

UN acknowledges withdrawal from agreement following earlier notice by Foreign Ministry.

Go work for DAP if you vote Harapan, Yapeim staff warned in pre-GE14 speech

Go work for DAP if you vote Harapan, Yapeim staff warned in pre-GE14 speech

Viral video emerges of staff being threatened with job losses should BN gov't fall.

Fighting grips Yemen's Hodeidah port, complicating peace moves

Fighting grips Yemen's Hodeidah port, complicating peace moves

This comes a day after the Houthis claimed responsibility for a drone attack on two Saudi Arabian oil pumping stations.
Huawei and 70 affiliates placed on US trade blacklist

Huawei and 70 affiliates placed on US trade blacklist

It will make it difficult, if not impossible, for Huawei to sell some of its products.

Yoursay: Hindraf 2.0’s Indian-only seats a ‘dumb idea’

Yoursay: Hindraf 2.0’s Indian-only seats a ‘dumb idea’

YOURSAY | ‘Hindraf 2.0 should focus not on race, but on equal opportunities.’
FT PKR Youth calls on more Senate representation for the young

FT PKR Youth calls on more Senate representation for the young

Group welcomes news that youth rep will be appointed to Dewan Negara, but says one is not enough.

Yoursay: Sandakan results show Borneo is different kettle of fish

Yoursay: Sandakan results show Borneo is different kettle of fish

YOURSAY | ‘Racial polarisation is deep-seated in the peninsula, not so in Sabah.’
If Taib is clean, then Najib must be a saint

If Taib is clean, then Najib must be a saint

COMMENT | One is currently paying the price for his abuses when in power, while the other is living it up like royalty.

The truth about the RM44 billion ECRL

The truth about the RM44 billion ECRL

COMMENT | No effort to recover some RM30 billion in over-priced contracts in relation to 1MDB.

Anwar hits back at Clooney on LGBT, and 7 things that happened yesterday

Anwar hits back at Clooney on LGBT, and 7 things that happened yesterday

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