Archive - 7 June 2019

Dr M sending message to Western 'bullies', says Syed Saddiq

Dr M sending message to Western 'bullies', says Syed Saddiq

The PM's backing for China's Huawei is an example of one such message, he says.

No reports lodged on vandalised billboards featuring PM - police

No reports lodged on vandalised billboards featuring PM - police

Jempol PKR branch will lodge a police report soon, says daily.

Amanah man calls for allies to close ranks on new MACC chief

Amanah man calls for allies to close ranks on new MACC chief

The defeat of the Democratic Party of Japan should be considered a lesson, says Faiz Fadzil. 

New Toyota Camrys for Perak exco for 'lower maintenance, better safety'

New Toyota Camrys for Perak exco for 'lower maintenance, better safety'

Exco members say the previous Proton Perdanas were no longer cost-effective. 

Climate change protest - I did not demand for action against the children

Climate change protest - I did not demand for action against the children

LETTER | The question that I raised was that did the Penang Education Department grant any approval?

Mat Sabu: Dr M will assess Latheefa from time to time

Mat Sabu: Dr M will assess Latheefa from time to time

The prime minister will periodically evaluate Latheefa's performance and will reassess the situation if required.  

Will Latheefa be beholden to Mahathir?

Will Latheefa be beholden to Mahathir?

LETTER | Will a political appointee be able to lead without the unseen hand of the political leader?

Reform requires proper check and balance

Reform requires proper check and balance

LETTER | The politics of 'benevolent' ruler is a thing of the past.
MCA questions cabinet silence over Dr M’s ‘one-man plan’

MCA questions cabinet silence over Dr M’s ‘one-man plan’

By keeping mum, the party says a dangerous precedent is being set for the nation's future.

A leader stands only as tall as the people allow him

A leader stands only as tall as the people allow him

COMMENT | Leaders chosen by the rakyat must realise that respect has to be reciprocated.
Mindef: 12 drone acquisition part of regional maritime security initiative

Mindef: 12 drone acquisition part of regional maritime security initiative

Programme is fully funded by US gov't, with M'sia stressing it welcomes defence ties with all including US and China.
Recalibrating Malaysia’s China Policy

Recalibrating Malaysia’s China Policy

Malaysia's policy towards China must be based on the country's needs amid the continuing US-China trade war.

Science proves anti-Lynas groundwater claims are false

Science proves anti-Lynas groundwater claims are false

LETTER |  We are disappointed that anti-Lynas activists have used misleading and false information to create fear in local communities.

Decomposed corpse found floating near Labuan

Decomposed corpse found floating near Labuan

Initial examination on the body shows no signs of injuries.
Aussie researchers discover ‘parachuting frog’ in remote jungles

Aussie researchers discover ‘parachuting frog’ in remote jungles

The frog, called Litoria pterodactyla, lives in the forest canopies of Papua New Guinea and Indonesia. 

Russia not sending troops to Venezuela - Putin

Russia not sending troops to Venezuela - Putin

The Russian president says interference in other countries' affairs may have serious consequences.
Malaysia hailed for improved press freedom as world democracies flail

Malaysia hailed for improved press freedom as world democracies flail

International democracy watchdog Freedom House credits political reform for the development.
PKR rep signs petition calling for Latheefa's resignation

PKR rep signs petition calling for Latheefa's resignation

UPDATED 4.27PM | Wangsa Maju MP Tan Yee Kew says that appointment is a betrayal of the struggle for institutional reforms.

Despite criticism, Latheefa vows to charge ahead

Despite criticism, Latheefa vows to charge ahead

The new MACC chief commissioner pledges to turn Malaysia into a graft-free country.
We stand with you on illegal plastic waste trade, UK tells Malaysia

We stand with you on illegal plastic waste trade, UK tells Malaysia

British High Commission recently a held bilateral meeting with the Energy Ministry to enhance cooperation.
Parliamentary committee seeks meeting with PM on recent appointments

Parliamentary committee seeks meeting with PM on recent appointments

The Parliamentary Special Select Committee on Public Appointments was not receiving cooperation from the executive on the recent appointments, says William Leong.

Muhyiddin confident PM will discuss future appointments

Muhyiddin confident PM will discuss future appointments

UPDATED 1.50PM | The Bersatu chief is confident Dr M will discuss with Harapan leaders before making the appointments public.

Unable to work, NZ shooting victim seeks public donations

Unable to work, NZ shooting victim seeks public donations

Rahimi Ahmad's right leg is incapacitated and he is unable to walk.

Hindraf's myopic view on foreign workers

Hindraf's myopic view on foreign workers

LETTER | 'The real issue here is not about a particular community being sidelined, but a socioeconomic structure that is tilted towards capitalists.'

Aidilfitri is just another day on the job

Aidilfitri is just another day on the job

For Captain Shahrul Kamar of the Civil Defence Force, Aidilfitri is another day on the job when a call for assistance comes in.

All this noise over Latheefa is for nothing

All this noise over Latheefa is for nothing

COMMENT | Give the new MACC chief chance to prove herself.
Let's cut the nonsense: Just look at the Harapan manifesto

Let's cut the nonsense: Just look at the Harapan manifesto


LETTER | All we see is power gravitating toward the prime minister.

Journalism that moves the human spirit

Journalism that moves the human spirit

COMMENT | It's difficult not to get depressed and pessimistic about the news today.

RCI on judiciary: Gov't aims to strike out ex-CM's 'frivolous' suit

RCI on judiciary: Gov't aims to strike out ex-CM's 'frivolous' suit

A high-ranking government source says those with nothing to hide should not fear the RCI.
Latheefa's appointment: Criticism has 'strong merit'

Latheefa's appointment: Criticism has 'strong merit'

But the PM has 'privileges', says Hanipa Maidin, who adds that he's sure critical voices won't be dismissed.

Latheefa's appointment a potential time bomb?

Latheefa's appointment a potential time bomb?

COMMENT | Why was the appointment kept a complete secret, even to cabinet members?
Yoursay: 'Thanks Shukri, now we shall see if Latheefa can walk the talk'

Yoursay: 'Thanks Shukri, now we shall see if Latheefa can walk the talk'

YOURSAY | 'It was Mohd Shukri Abdull's integrity that stood him apart from the rest.'

Yoursay: Like it or not, MACC chief's appointment SOP is an issue

Yoursay: Like it or not, MACC chief's appointment SOP is an issue

YOURSAY | 'Harapan must now clarify which posts must be approved by Parliament.'
Water disruption in parts of Hulu Langat, KL and Petaling district

Water disruption in parts of Hulu Langat, KL and Petaling district

Heavy rain around Sg Langat treatment plant brought on tonnes of rubbish that tripped the filtration equipment.

Who has the political will to propel M'sia forward?

Who has the political will to propel M'sia forward?

COMMENT | 'Our biggest challenge is the Harapan politicians who have no faith in the rakyat.'

PM needs to clarify Latheefa's appointment - Anwar

PM needs to clarify Latheefa's appointment - Anwar

Violation of GE14 manifesto and why Cabinet was not informed among matters to be explained, says the PKR chief.

Bersih warns of absolute power's perils, and 6 things that happened yesterday

Bersih warns of absolute power's perils, and 6 things that happened yesterday

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