Archive - 31 May 2019

RMAF striving to become a 'full spectrum' air force

RMAF striving to become a 'full spectrum' air force

 This through its Capability Development 2055 (CAP55) initiative, says its chief.

NGO makes police report over Adib-linked viral video

NGO makes police report over Adib-linked viral video

The video alleged his death was the result of a conspiracy. 

Fire dept receives 103,998 distress calls in 2018

Fire dept receives 103,998 distress calls in 2018

The figure is the highest ever recorded in 10 years and the department's director-general is worried.
Hindu NGO wants to work with Penang gov't to help Indian community

Hindu NGO wants to work with Penang gov't to help Indian community

According to PHA, both sides agree to cooperate over the matter.
Abang Johari urges Sarawakians to remain united despite different political affiliations

Abang Johari urges Sarawakians to remain united despite different political affiliations

In his Gawai Dayak address, he says the occasion is not meant to segregate fellow Sarawakians who must ultimately fend for themselves.

'Floating' medical officers unsure of what's next

'Floating' medical officers unsure of what's next

LETTER | We have been left in stasis since the completion of our housemanship six months ago.

MACC not probing former AG, says source

MACC not probing former AG, says source

This is in response to DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang calling for Apandi to be probed over 1MDB scandal. 

TNB CEO says focus on resolving high bill complaints

TNB CEO says focus on resolving high bill complaints

He does not comment on the possibility that it could be fined by the regulator.

Four civilians killed as car bomb goes off in Kabul

Four civilians killed as car bomb goes off in Kabul

The attack is believed to have targeted a convoy of coalition forces.
Indonesian charged with offences linked to Islamic State

Indonesian charged with offences linked to Islamic State

The man allegedly agrees to provide training on how to make explosives to WhatsApp group.
Rosmah's appeal adjourned as she is unwell

Rosmah's appeal adjourned as she is unwell

Justice Abdul Rahman Sebli says Rosmah is entitled to be present at the hearing and adjourned it until June 20.

Digital meters more accurate in recording electricity charges - Dr M

Digital meters more accurate in recording electricity charges - Dr M

The prime minister points out there are many reasons for higher electricity bills.
Plot valued at RM23m in 2005, settlement offer just RM5k per family

Plot valued at RM23m in 2005, settlement offer just RM5k per family

Orang Asli community won legal battle in 2010 but was offered a paltry sum in compensation, claims lawyer.
Petrol and diesel prices fixed for 2 weeks

Petrol and diesel prices fixed for 2 weeks

RON97 prices will go down 13 sen starting tomorrow, while prices for RON95 and diesel remain unchanged.

'Derogatory word' - Minister claims NGO chief didn't verify, acted with malice

'Derogatory word' - Minister claims NGO chief didn't verify, acted with malice

P Waythamoorthy points to use of alleged racial slur by Azwanddin Hamzah in speech and its subsequent publication online. 

Umno Youth questions role of FT Ministerial Council

Umno Youth questions role of FT Ministerial Council

Fadzmel Fadzil asks if council is akin to state exco, or whether it can influence state decisions.
Wong Tack reaffirms opposition to Lynas

Wong Tack reaffirms opposition to Lynas

"This is the aspiration of the people of Pahang, especially Kuantan residents," he says.

Philippines sends trash back to Canada after Duterte escalates row

Philippines sends trash back to Canada after Duterte escalates row

69 containers loaded onto a vessel bound for Vancouver.
Nourishing market sustainability through value-added competitiveness

Nourishing market sustainability through value-added competitiveness

Most productive crop continues to support world’s growing demand for oils and fats.
Green Technology Financing Scheme 2.0 receives encouraging response

Green Technology Financing Scheme 2.0 receives encouraging response

Most of the RM2 billion earmarked for the scheme has already been taken up, says Mestecc sec-gen Mohd Azhar Yahaya.

PM: RM300 duit raya for Felda settlers

PM: RM300 duit raya for Felda settlers

Circular from Economic Affairs Ministry indicates cabinet agreed to the allocation for 112,635 settlers.

Smokers should not have rights

Smokers should not have rights

COMMENT | It’s World No Tobacco Day today and it should like that every day.

Refuting imbalanced arguments with science-based facts and figures

Refuting imbalanced arguments with science-based facts and figures

Dr Sundram: “There’s no question of giving up. We are ready for the challenge.”
Bukit Gasing rep denies part in alleged scam, urges cops to investigate

Bukit Gasing rep denies part in alleged scam, urges cops to investigate

'I am concerned that my name might have been used to do irresponsible things,' says Rajiv Rishyakaran.

Ministry assures disability activists that they're not being sidelined

Ministry assures disability activists that they're not being sidelined

This comes after advocacy group was unable to meet either Wan Azizah or Hannah Yeoh to submit memorandum.

Apandi should be investigated, says Kit Siang after ex-AG's travel ban lifted

Apandi should be investigated, says Kit Siang after ex-AG's travel ban lifted

DAP veteran wants Apandi to answer all queries regarding his role as AG before he leaves for the UK.

Penang councillor wants probe over kids joining climate change protest

Penang councillor wants probe over kids joining climate change protest

Vino Dini Chandragason accuses two NGOs of allegedly abusing their role by allowing schoolchildren to join the protest.  
'Cockfight' rages on: Kit Siang pecks Najib again

'Cockfight' rages on: Kit Siang pecks Najib again

DAP veteran says former PM is a chicken four times over.

After aborted tribunal against EC members, Bersih calls for RCI

After aborted tribunal against EC members, Bersih calls for RCI

An RCI would have a broader mandate and can't be dismissed simply because an issue has become "academic".

'Words cannot express the sorrow I feel' – Maszlee on teacher's passing

'Words cannot express the sorrow I feel' – Maszlee on teacher's passing

Education minister 'deeply pained' to hear about Yap Hue Ling's death, after she fainted while giving extra lessons.

PM: M’sia looking to ‘spread out’ Lynas waste if Australia won’t take it back

PM: M’sia looking to ‘spread out’ Lynas waste if Australia won’t take it back

Dr Mahathir Mohamad says this is to avoid the concentration of radioactive material in one place.
Audience incited me to use alleged slur against minister, says Azwanddin

Audience incited me to use alleged slur against minister, says Azwanddin

UPDATED 2.48PM | Jaringan Melayu Malaysia chief denies defaming P Waythamoorthy, says the word 'p****h' was merely mentioned in passing.

Prioritise nation over religion, Daim urges

Prioritise nation over religion, Daim urges

This is important for promoting unity and further develop the country, says the former Council of Eminent Persons chairperson.

China admitted it wouldn't accept deals similar to those with BN gov't

China admitted it wouldn't accept deals similar to those with BN gov't

Daim, who led renegotiations, says republic conceded it would not accept such deals if it were in Harapan's position.

'Candid and unbiased' - China praises Dr M's stand on Huawei

'Candid and unbiased' - China praises Dr M's stand on Huawei

PM earns accolades for stance on Chinese tech company and for telling US not to threaten business rivals. 

TM chairperson reportedly stonewalling MOF Inc's pick for CEO

TM chairperson reportedly stonewalling MOF Inc's pick for CEO

UPDATED 10.47PM | MOF Inc appointed Imri Mokhtar but chairperson Rosli Man is supposedly refusing.

No more bottled water, plastic-wrapped food at gov't events

No more bottled water, plastic-wrapped food at gov't events

The move is to reduce public reliance on single-use plastics.
Time for 'People Before Profits 2.0'

Time for 'People Before Profits 2.0'

COMMENT | The time has come for people of all races to discuss key issues that put 'profits before people', which are affecting our country.

Ahmad Shah's 'Camelot' moment in Malaysian sport

Ahmad Shah's 'Camelot' moment in Malaysian sport

COMMENT | ‘His presence in our sports arenas was an idyllic time.’

No more cruelty to animals, Penang vows

No more cruelty to animals, Penang vows

The state government has set up a facility to neuter the stray animal population.

Ministry: Gebeng groundwater contamination not from Lynas

Ministry: Gebeng groundwater contamination not from Lynas

UPDATED 12.30PM | Mestecc's deputy sec-gen says a spike in heavy metals in the water appears to be a one-off event, but the source is still undetermined.

DAP rep in zakat controversy breaks his silence

DAP rep in zakat controversy breaks his silence

Chris Lee Chun Kit explains the distribution of zakat to poor Muslims in his constituency, Pulau Tikus.

HRW reminds 'hypocrite' Jho Low of ties with 'rights-abusing' Najib

HRW reminds 'hypocrite' Jho Low of ties with 'rights-abusing' Najib

Phil Robertson says the businessperson is connected at the hip with the former PM.
Minister to head to Australia to discuss Lynas issue

Minister to head to Australia to discuss Lynas issue

UPDATED 1.12PM | Yeo Bee Yin will meet her Australian counterpart to discuss conditions for Lynas' operations and waste management.

Imelda Marcos' jewels to go on sale after green light from president

Imelda Marcos' jewels to go on sale after green light from president

The sale involves one of the three sets of jewellery confiscated three decades ago.
North Korea ‘executed’ envoy after Hanoi summit collapse: report

North Korea ‘executed’ envoy after Hanoi summit collapse: report

Another top official is also said to have been subjected to forced labour and ideological education.
New Malaysia boldly go

New Malaysia boldly go

COMMENT | How the country’s political landscape has, and is, changing.
Promoting 'durio-tourism' to boost the durian industry

Promoting 'durio-tourism' to boost the durian industry

We should attract more tourists to enjoy durian at durian orchards, says deputy agriculture minister.

Trump vows rapid increase in tariffs on Mexico unless illegal immigration ends

Trump vows rapid increase in tariffs on Mexico unless illegal immigration ends

US president says tariff will start at 5 pct and could hit 25 pct by October until Mexico stops border filtration.

Mujahid: Press freedom not a green light to sensationalise racial and religious issues

Mujahid: Press freedom not a green light to sensationalise racial and religious issues

He urged the opposition to develop healthy competition and suggest better policies for the people.

Perak's sand mining: A ticking time bomb

Perak's sand mining: A ticking time bomb

COMMENT | And it is clear that Menteri Besar Ahmad Faizal Azumu does not have the people's support in what he's doing to Perak.

A man of history

A man of history

COMMENT | History determines how you think and knowing the past will help you know where you are going.

Freedom of speech for 'fascists'?

Freedom of speech for 'fascists'?

COMMENT |  'In advocating for extrajudicial killings, Helmi has stepped beyond the boundaries of free speech.'

Yoursay: Zahid should try this hashtag - 'Saya pun tak malu, boss'

Yoursay: Zahid should try this hashtag - 'Saya pun tak malu, boss'

YOURSAY | ‘The three courts cannot be wrong to reject his ‘passport for umrah’ application.’
Yoursay: Big holes in Umno veep’s matriculation advice to Maszlee

Yoursay: Big holes in Umno veep’s matriculation advice to Maszlee

YOURSAY | ‘Let’s inculcate nation-building values rather than keep talking about race…’
MACC set to arrest more Penang RTD officers, tip-off came from jilted wife - Report

MACC set to arrest more Penang RTD officers, tip-off came from jilted wife - Report

Officer's wife lodged report after finding out her husband had taken a new wife and stopped giving her money, says source.

May the China-Malaysia friendship last forever

May the China-Malaysia friendship last forever

COMMENT | Both countries shall help each other to pursue common development in the long run.

Osman attributes 'less than 5/10' rating for his administration to brevity

Osman attributes 'less than 5/10' rating for his administration to brevity

INTERVIEW | Ex-Johor MB says that it would have been fairer to rate them after three to four years in charge.

Family lays claim to disputed land between gov't and Johor sultan

Family lays claim to disputed land between gov't and Johor sultan

Descendant of famed Johor bureaucrat Mohamed Salleh Perang says land was bequeathed to forefather as royal gift.

Travel ban on ex-AG lifted, and 8 things that happened yesterday

Travel ban on ex-AG lifted, and 8 things that happened yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
It's hard, but national consensus on PTPTN reform possible - Wan Saiful

It's hard, but national consensus on PTPTN reform possible - Wan Saiful

National Higher Education Fund chief says consensus can be achieved by first listening to all stakeholders and competing priorities.