Archive - 20 May 2019

Perak to ban telco transmission towers on buildings

Perak to ban telco transmission towers on buildings

Exco Hasnul Zulkarnain says the proposal will be taken to the state executive council for approval.

For proponents of PTMP, the best defence is attack

For proponents of PTMP, the best defence is attack

LETTER | I believe that the PTMP is an excuse to camouflage Penang's developer-biased policies.

Mat Sabu warns against speculating on Mindef helicopter purchase

Mat Sabu warns against speculating on Mindef helicopter purchase

He says this could hamper the Governance, Procurement and Finance Investigating Committee's ongoing probes.

Umno Youth distances itself from division chief's views on Zahid

Umno Youth distances itself from division chief's views on Zahid

Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki says Tebrau chief's views his own, and do not reflect the voice of the grassroots. 

Pineapple identified as alternative cash crop for Felda settlers

Pineapple identified as alternative cash crop for Felda settlers

Salahuddin Ayub says pilot projects will be carried out in selected settlements by year-end.

Umno to amend constitution to oust Zahid, Najib?

Umno to amend constitution to oust Zahid, Najib?

Source foresees the expected move leading to a split within the party.

Huawei to support its devices after Google Android bar

Huawei to support its devices after Google Android bar

Tech firm says it will provide security updates and services for existing users.

Housing Ministry ahead of target for construction of affordable homes

Housing Ministry ahead of target for construction of affordable homes

Zuraida Kamaruddin says 32,951 units have been built in the first quarter of 2019.

NFC says prospective buyer prepared to pay outstanding loan

NFC says prospective buyer prepared to pay outstanding loan

Mohamad Salleh Ismail says the company is awaiting gov't approval for restructuring.

Exco fears repeat of Pasir Gudang with Sg Melaka pollution

Exco fears repeat of Pasir Gudang with Sg Melaka pollution

Low Chee Leong says the Batu Hampar Dam has been ordered shut to prevent the situation from worsening.

Relocation or not, Fuziah wants Lynas to deal with waste in Gebeng

Relocation or not, Fuziah wants Lynas to deal with waste in Gebeng

'They can leave Malaysia, but must be responsible for their workers and their waste,' she says.

Court rejects MACC application to forfeit ex-Johor exco's assets

Court rejects MACC application to forfeit ex-Johor exco's assets

Commission also ordered to return seized assets to Abdul Latiff Bandi, his son and daughter-in-law.

Matriculation debate highlights need to stop racialising issues - academic

Matriculation debate highlights need to stop racialising issues - academic

No more lazy generalisations – time for a socioeconomic approach, says Wong Chin Huat.

Schools not a 'magical place' for solving problems, says NUTP

Schools not a 'magical place' for solving problems, says NUTP

Union adds that schools are pressured to introduce new subjects every time a new social problem arises.

New Ukraine President Zelenskiy dissolves parliament

New Ukraine President Zelenskiy dissolves parliament

The comedian-turned-politician won the presidency by a landslide last month.

Malaysia and Bangladesh discuss defence ties

Malaysia and Bangladesh discuss defence ties

The two countries also talked about Bangladeshi workers in the country and economic tie-ups.

Zahid Hamidi has no plans to end garden leave - source

Zahid Hamidi has no plans to end garden leave - source

He is said to fear that his return would split Umno into 'Team Zahid' and 'Team Mat Hasan'.

MOE: Increased matriculation intake won't affect STPM holders

MOE: Increased matriculation intake won't affect STPM holders

It stresses that successful entry into public universities will depend entirely on candidates' merit.

Vernacular schools don't have quotas like matriculation, Bersatu told

Vernacular schools don't have quotas like matriculation, Bersatu told

Exco member told not to bring vernacular schools into matriculation quota debate.

Kit Siang warns of campaign to portray DAP as out to get Maszlee

Kit Siang warns of campaign to portray DAP as out to get Maszlee

The DAP veteran leader dismisses such news as lies and falsehoods.

India markets rejoice as exit polls forecast big win for Modi

India markets rejoice as exit polls forecast big win for Modi

Incumbent PM heading for even bigger mandate than he won in 2014.

Don't tease us about Zahid, Najib comeback - Umno division chief

Don't tease us about Zahid, Najib comeback - Umno division chief

Let it go - give Umno to current leaders, contends Maulizan Bujang.
45 NGOs back petition urging PM to cancel Penang reclamation project

45 NGOs back petition urging PM to cancel Penang reclamation project

They contend the mega project will burden the people with massive debts.
Ramadan bazaar traders at Jalan Raja miss old location

Ramadan bazaar traders at Jalan Raja miss old location

While the new bazaar is comfortable, some complain of declining sales.

Amid outcry, some PTPTN borrowers say okay with blacklisting

Amid outcry, some PTPTN borrowers say okay with blacklisting

Nur Laila Rahmat says those who can afford to travel abroad should pay off their loan.

Leader who allegedly threatened cop uncontactable - Pahang DAP

Leader who allegedly threatened cop uncontactable - Pahang DAP

Secretary says they can't reach Jerantut DAP chief, will leave the matter to cops to investigate

Perlis raja muda hopes visit to Sabah will boost ties

Perlis raja muda hopes visit to Sabah will boost ties

Two states may be distant, but close relationship can be developed, says Tuanku Syed Faizuddin.

Finance Ministry seeks full repayment of RM253.6m from NFC

Finance Ministry seeks full repayment of RM253.6m from NFC

This comes in the form of outstanding loan, interest and late payment charges. 

Academic says Maszlee should be defended from 'DAP attacks'

Academic says Maszlee should be defended from 'DAP attacks'

UUM lecturer expresses surprise that so few are speaking up for education minister slammed by Teng and Ramasamy.

Trump warns of war if Iran wants to fight

Trump warns of war if Iran wants to fight

It will be the 'official end' of Iran, the US president issues new threat.
Best to start teaching of religions other than Islam at university - Nik Omar

Best to start teaching of religions other than Islam at university - Nik Omar

Yadim president reacts to a proposal to teach the subject in schools.
Google suspends some business with Huawei after Trump blacklist - source

Google suspends some business with Huawei after Trump blacklist - source

The move could hobble Huawei’s smartphone business outside China.

Why is DBKL not serious about pedestrians in KL?

Why is DBKL not serious about pedestrians in KL?

LETTER | Numbers of those killed crossing the roads will rise if DBKL doesn't act.
It's a fallacy to believe one can forget about Najib

It's a fallacy to believe one can forget about Najib

MP SPEAKS | The former PM still a potent political force plotting the downfall of Harapan.
Trump blasts Republican lawmaker Amash over impeachment remarks

Trump blasts Republican lawmaker Amash over impeachment remarks

The US president calls the congressman 'a total lightweight'.
Yoursay: Daim spot on, Harapan must set the narrative

Yoursay: Daim spot on, Harapan must set the narrative

YOURSAY | 'When your job is to drain the swamp, don't end up fighting the alligators.'

What is 'compassionate Islam'?

What is 'compassionate Islam'?

COMMENT | Why does Islam need a makeover, when its adherents say that it is a religion of peace?

Najib insists jewels were gifts, and 5 things that happened yesterday

Najib insists jewels were gifts, and 5 things that happened yesterday

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