Archive - 24 May 2019

PDRM denies dropping the words 'Allah' and 'Muhammad' from logo

PDRM denies dropping the words 'Allah' and 'Muhammad' from logo

Comms dept spots baseless claim that PDRM logo has been changed under the new team's leadership.

Dr M: Don't be too dependent on offerings

Dr M: Don't be too dependent on offerings

We need to give donations to those in need, but the rest of us should provide for ourselves, he says.

'Of course I'm in' - Boris Johnson tells reporters he is in the running to replace May

'Of course I'm in' - Boris Johnson tells reporters he is in the running to replace May

Leading Brexit campaigner is all set to throw his hat in the ring and stand for prime minister.

MCA: Did DAP ministers agree to 'unjust' matriculation policy?

MCA: Did DAP ministers agree to 'unjust' matriculation policy?

MCA accuses DAP of compromising the constitutional rights of the non-bumiputera.

Anwar: Kit Siang was right to withdraw from debate

Anwar: Kit Siang was right to withdraw from debate

He brushes off suggestions that he replaces Lim for the debate.

What M'sia can learn from the Indonesian riots

What M'sia can learn from the Indonesian riots

LETTER | Malaysians shouldn't be looking at Indonesia as a foreign event.

Ramadan shoppers cheer as school kids protest climate change

Ramadan shoppers cheer as school kids protest climate change

The event today comes a day ahead of a similar protest in the capital tomorrow. 
Do our graduates have sufficient language proficiency?

Do our graduates have sufficient language proficiency?

LETTER | Our minister must ask why our students’ grasp of English so stubbornly poor.

Religion in New Malaysia must be a unifying force

Religion in New Malaysia must be a unifying force

MP SPEAKS | It's incumbent on all citizens to respect other faiths as well.
Phase 2 of Bantuan Sara Hidup payout begins next Tuesday

Phase 2 of Bantuan Sara Hidup payout begins next Tuesday

The payments will be directly credited into the bank accounts of eligible recipients, says Finance Ministry.

Certified sustainable palm oil producer, Sime Darby, leading by example

Certified sustainable palm oil producer, Sime Darby, leading by example

Safeguarding of flora and fauna is key to protecting a vital ecosystem for tomorrow.

'Ending tribunal on ex-EC members will send wrong message'

'Ending tribunal on ex-EC members will send wrong message'

It means that EC staff can enjoy immunity for offences committed by them, says Maria Chin.

Terror suspects tested bombs before being nabbed - report

Terror suspects tested bombs before being nabbed - report

Police are reported to be still searching for the materials used by the two Malaysian suspects.

Sri Lanka appoints special panel to probe Easter terror attacks

Sri Lanka appoints special panel to probe Easter terror attacks

The parliamentary committee is to be headed by the country's deputy speaker. of Parliament.
British PM May resigns, paving the way for leadership contest

British PM May resigns, paving the way for leadership contest

The Conservative leader will leave 10 Downing Street on June 7.
Plagiarism - cartoonist Zunar to sue two FB, Twitter users

Plagiarism - cartoonist Zunar to sue two FB, Twitter users

The grace period for them to tender their apologies has expired, he says.

RON97 prices up 8 sen, others unchanged

RON97 prices up 8 sen, others unchanged

The gov't expects to spend RM126m to keep RON95, diesel price stable.
Muhkriz apologises for snubbing Johor ruler

Muhkriz apologises for snubbing Johor ruler

UPDATED 6.06PM | Kedah MB says his 'carelessness' does not reflect the etiquette of Kedahans.

Cancelled debate: Najib pans 'race card' excuse, calls Kit Siang 'serial liar'

Cancelled debate: Najib pans 'race card' excuse, calls Kit Siang 'serial liar'

Ex-PM says he wanted to ask the DAP veteran many questions and will wait for answers.

Nurturing palm oil ambassadors through relevant education

Nurturing palm oil ambassadors through relevant education

How nurturing young minds with the right information will reduce misinformation.

China denounces US "rumours" about Huawei ties to Beijing

China denounces US "rumours" about Huawei ties to Beijing

'Some US politicians have continually fabricated rumours about Huawei but have never produced clear evidence,' says a Foreign Ministry spokesperson.

'Ironic' for AG to advise Agong on ex-EC tribunal's outcome - lawyer

'Ironic' for AG to advise Agong on ex-EC tribunal's outcome - lawyer

Counsel K Balaguru says it was the AG who brought the matter against the six former EC officers.
LFL hammers 'arrogant, childish and silly' S'pore minister

LFL hammers 'arrogant, childish and silly' S'pore minister

UPDATED 4.42PM | This is after K Shanmugam says it is untenable to grant a moratorium on the execution of Malaysian death-row inmates.

Not all 44 pieces of jewellery in police custody, claims law firm

Not all 44 pieces of jewellery in police custody, claims law firm

The Lebanese jeweller alleges it has inspected the jewellery seized from Najib, Rosmah, among others.
Bank Negara's reserves stand at US$102b as at May 15

Bank Negara's reserves stand at US$102b as at May 15

According to the central bank, it's enough to finance 7.4 months of retained imports.
Addressing human-wildlife conflict with mutually beneficial co-existence

Addressing human-wildlife conflict with mutually beneficial co-existence

Strategic course of action to remedy human-wildlife conflict arising from modernization.

Harapan bailed out TRX to prevent 'sunk cost' - MOF

Harapan bailed out TRX to prevent 'sunk cost' - MOF

Gov't now sees the megaproject as a strategic asset after 'detoxifying' it from 1MDB.
'She forgot court date' - lawyer on ex-spy chief's no-show

'She forgot court date' - lawyer on ex-spy chief's no-show

The law firm says they too forgot to remind Hasanah Abdul Hamid about the case management hearing.

Conduct internal probe on sexual harassment claim, NGO group tells PKR

Conduct internal probe on sexual harassment claim, NGO group tells PKR

We deserve elected representatives who respect women, says JAG..
IGP shows that he means business in combating bribery in the force

IGP shows that he means business in combating bribery in the force

Sever any ties with the underworld, Abdul Hamid Bador declares in an ultimatum to all his officers.
Abandon 'Malaysian Malaysia' concept, Umno veep tells DAP

Abandon 'Malaysian Malaysia' concept, Umno veep tells DAP

Let's be good citizens without pushing for equal roles for all, says Mohamed Khaled Nordin.
No double standards please, sue Perak state gov’t now

No double standards please, sue Perak state gov’t now

LETTER | We applaud AG's move in suing Kelantan govt' on Orang Asli behalf, now same should be done in Perak.

'Insolent' Mukhriz must apologise to ruler, demands Johor Umno Youth

'Insolent' Mukhriz must apologise to ruler, demands Johor Umno Youth

Its chief Mohd Hairi Mad Shah says the Kedah MB's conduct 'is totally unacceptable'.
Putrajaya still undecided on panda bond

Putrajaya still undecided on panda bond

Need to study the matter more thoroughly, says Finance Ministry.
Nik Faisal Ariff's bid to hide thwarted by my 2015 exposé, says IGP

Nik Faisal Ariff's bid to hide thwarted by my 2015 exposé, says IGP

Abdul Hamid Bador says the police knows where the key witness in the SRC International trial is hiding, but does not reveal the location.

IGP shoots down 'smuggle Jho Low ala James Bond' proposal

IGP shoots down 'smuggle Jho Low ala James Bond' proposal

He was asked on the possibility of using a private jet to whisk the fugitive away from the country the latter is hiding in.

AG: Ending tribunal hearing against ex-EC officers is disappointing

AG: Ending tribunal hearing against ex-EC officers is disappointing

UPDATE 2.45PM | It seems to have been decided on the time and energy that may have to be spent on the hearing, says Tommy Thomas.

3-2 decision: Tribunal ends hearing on ex-EC members, calls it futile exercise

3-2 decision: Tribunal ends hearing on ex-EC members, calls it futile exercise

UPDATED 2.14PM | The matter has been rendered academic, says the panel.
Mukhriz's 'royal snub' appears on crown prince's Twitter

Mukhriz's 'royal snub' appears on crown prince's Twitter

A clip shows the Kedah MB walking past the sultan and TMJ without greeting them at Istana Abu Bakar in Pahang.
Collective action needed for suicide prevention

Collective action needed for suicide prevention

LETTER | The recent tragic death of Kuching teenager has brought to the fore social media’s impact on mental health.

Police chief to Jho Low: Come back and we will ensure your safety

Police chief to Jho Low: Come back and we will ensure your safety

UPDATED 3.04PM | You cannot run away from the law forever, says Abdul Hamid Bador.
High Court rules that Rosmah must declare property acquisition

High Court rules that Rosmah must declare property acquisition

UPDATED 1.10PM | The right of the ex-PM's wife to a fair trial will not be jeopardised, says judge.

Arrest warrant issued against ex-spy chief

Arrest warrant issued against ex-spy chief

UPDATED 2.21PM | This is after Hasanah Abdul Hamid failed to appear in court for her CBT case proceedings.

Pelosi urges family 'intervention' with US president

Pelosi urges family 'intervention' with US president

But Trump fires back, questioning the House Speaker's mental state.
Public opinion sought to improve PTPTN

Public opinion sought to improve PTPTN

People are invited to send their opinions online via a special channel set up.
Chow to learn from experts on how to further develop Penang

Chow to learn from experts on how to further develop Penang

The CM will be attending a UN event in Kenya for ideas on how to do so.
YouTuber's rant dents German conservatives' campaign

YouTuber's rant dents German conservatives' campaign

'Go and vote next weekend. Otherwise pensioners will decide your future, and that’s not cool.'
Malaysians seeking construction jobs in Japan - beware Tokyo Olympics' dark side

Malaysians seeking construction jobs in Japan - beware Tokyo Olympics' dark side

LETTER | As the government seeks to send semi-skilled workers abroad, their rights must be safeguarded.

Matriculation: The academician should have dissected the issues deeper

Matriculation: The academician should have dissected the issues deeper

LETTER | The key question here is not about questioning the special position of the Malays and bumiputeras.

Mahfuz ready to step aside in the event of cabinet reshuffle

Mahfuz ready to step aside in the event of cabinet reshuffle

Those who have weakness must be prepared to be dropped, says deputy minister.

Could a language requirement for jobs also be racist?

Could a language requirement for jobs also be racist?

COMMENT | There are those who hide behind language requirements while actually have an agenda based on prejudice.

Indonesian protesters disperse after second night of post-election unrest

Indonesian protesters disperse after second night of post-election unrest

Calm returned to the streets of Jakarta on Thursday.
DOJ gives documents to ex-Goldman banker Ng's lawyers in 1MDB case

DOJ gives documents to ex-Goldman banker Ng's lawyers in 1MDB case

This is a 'small subset' of more than one million documents the US is relying on to prosecute the case.
Stop attacking Najib and keep the gov't in check, Kit Siang told

Stop attacking Najib and keep the gov't in check, Kit Siang told

PSM leader says DAP veteran's debate with the ex-PM would only have given the latter 'cheap publicity'.
Brunei's sultan returns Oxford degree after gay sex death penalty backlash

Brunei's sultan returns Oxford degree after gay sex death penalty backlash

Nearly 120,000 people signed petition for it to be rescinded due to harsh penalties proposed by oil-rich sultanate.
Mat Sabu's corruption disclosures are the tip of the iceberg

Mat Sabu's corruption disclosures are the tip of the iceberg

COMMENT | Incidentally, who makes the first move in corrupt practices - the company involved or those in charge?

Pakistan and India PMs tweet for peace after Modi delivers victory speech

Pakistan and India PMs tweet for peace after Modi delivers victory speech

Ruling BJP celebrates landslide win, euphoric leader assures neighbour of commitment to friendly ties.

Taib’s daughter fails again in bid for injunction against Swiss NGO

Taib’s daughter fails again in bid for injunction against Swiss NGO

UPDATED 2.50PM | Swiss Court of Appeal upholds a lower court ruling in throwing out Jamilah’s lawsuit.
PAS confident its members weren't behind torching of mufti's car

PAS confident its members weren't behind torching of mufti's car

Report also indicates that sacking of 25 imam in Perlis might have been motive for the arson attack.

Yoursay: Keeping race-based education policies not part of Harapan manifesto

Yoursay: Keeping race-based education policies not part of Harapan manifesto

YOURSAY | ‘If what Maszlee said is what the cabinet thinks, then all ministers should be sacked.’
Final embrace for Indonesian couple in building collapse

Final embrace for Indonesian couple in building collapse

They were found underneath the concrete rubble of the collapsed building next to the Gombak LRT Terminal.
Yoursay: Najib seeing ‘cronies’ in RTS deal because it’s all he knows?

Yoursay: Najib seeing ‘cronies’ in RTS deal because it’s all he knows?

YOURSAY | ‘His warning is akin to a fox telling others how to guard the chicken coop.’
Divisive politics: Strategic actions of the elites

Divisive politics: Strategic actions of the elites

MP SPEAKS | Studies indicate that ethnic violence is the work of political entrepreneurs.

Not unconstitutional to debate matriculation quota

Not unconstitutional to debate matriculation quota

LETTER | Article 153 itself and the drafters of the constitution envisaged this very discourse to take place.

No soul in the heart of the Education Ministry

No soul in the heart of the Education Ministry

COMMENT |  Education is about the lives and potential of young minds, regardless of race, religion, colour, creed.

M'sian granted stay of execution, and 9 things that happened yesterday

M'sian granted stay of execution, and 9 things that happened yesterday

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