Archive - 13 June 2019

Lokman detained for obstructing police

Lokman detained for obstructing police

UPDATED 12.25AM | Aide confirms Umno supreme council member arrested after altercation with officers probing report on sex video.
France's Le Pen unveils new far-right European Parliament group

France's Le Pen unveils new far-right European Parliament group

The Identity and Democracy group aims to return power to EU member states and curb immigration.

Brexit supporter Johnson far ahead in contest to replace British PM

Brexit supporter Johnson far ahead in contest to replace British PM

Boris Johnson wins the most support from Conservative lawmakers in first round of contest to replace Theresa May. 

Telekom Malaysia appoints Noor Kamarul as new CEO

Telekom Malaysia appoints Noor Kamarul as new CEO

TM chairperson Rosli Man said the group was confident that he is fully capable of taking the company forward.
Agong and Abu Dhabi crown prince hold talks in UAE capital

Agong and Abu Dhabi crown prince hold talks in UAE capital

The meeting takes place at the Presidential Palace in Abu Dhabi as part of three-day visit by M'sian monarch. 

Parents of four among school cleaners fired after ‘new contracts’ enforced

Parents of four among school cleaners fired after ‘new contracts’ enforced

M Ganeson and D Rajasweri file complaints claiming unlawful dismissal after they were given 2 days' notice.
Police report lodged against WhatsApp user who spread sex video

Police report lodged against WhatsApp user who spread sex video

Unknown WhatsApp account has 'malicious intent to tarnish' minister's reputation, says PKR Taman Sri Indah branch chief John Ooh.
Grave of Muslim Bateq tribesperson exhumed

Grave of Muslim Bateq tribesperson exhumed

Efforts are ongoing to track down another four bodies.

Mujahid: Syariah probe on sex video depends where it happened

Mujahid: Syariah probe on sex video depends where it happened

Jurisdiction will fall of the state where the offence occurred, he says.

4 more Orang Asli bodies found, 8 in total so far

4 more Orang Asli bodies found, 8 in total so far

Minister P Waythamoorthy says operation to find more bodies will continue.

Perak MB Inc defends sand mining operations

Perak MB Inc defends sand mining operations

All mining operations are according to rules and regulations.

Umno man quizzed over sex video, cries persecution

Umno man quizzed over sex video, cries persecution

Lokman Noor Adam was today questioned by police over a series of sex videos targeting Azmin Ali.
Two oil tankers attacked in Gulf of Oman

Two oil tankers attacked in Gulf of Oman

The crews have been evacuated, one operator suspects its ship hit by a torpedo.

Sex video probe: Cops may call Azmin, Haziq for questioning

Sex video probe: Cops may call Azmin, Haziq for questioning

IGP says police are investigating the matter and will treat it like any other case.

Shamsul baffled that 'professional' Haziq did what he did

Shamsul baffled that 'professional' Haziq did what he did

UPDATED 5.46PM | Deputy minister says his staff is an exemplary worker. 

Mindef wants MACC probe into helicopter purchase, non-delivery

Mindef wants MACC probe into helicopter purchase, non-delivery

Six helicopters purchased in 2015, yet to be received by the Malaysian Armed Forces.

An open letter to my fans - from Lee Chong Wei

An open letter to my fans - from Lee Chong Wei

COMMENT | When I started playing badminton, all I wanted to do was to represent Malaysia. And I believed I did it with pride and honour.

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Focus on Azmin's performance in ministry, not bedroom – Gerakan leader

Focus on Azmin's performance in ministry, not bedroom – Gerakan leader

Baljit Singh censures the public, politicians and media for focussing on the minister's alleged sex clips.

Haziq lodges police report in response to critics

Haziq lodges police report in response to critics

Hafiq says safety concerns among reasons for the police report.

Kelantan gov't calls on all parties to abide by Kuala Koh prohibition order

Kelantan gov't calls on all parties to abide by Kuala Koh prohibition order

The order was made taking into accounts various aspects, including risk of infection.

Azmin: My accuser exhibits character of one who is manipulated

Azmin: My accuser exhibits character of one who is manipulated

He says this when asked if he knows who Haziq Abdullah Abdul Aziz is.
US$741k to Azmin fund transfer document 'forged', Maybank to take action

US$741k to Azmin fund transfer document 'forged', Maybank to take action

The fund transfer advice document being circulated online, alleges a transfer of money to a federal minister.

Azmin won't speculate on claim he was sabotaged for being potential PM candidate

Azmin won't speculate on claim he was sabotaged for being potential PM candidate

"I have been busy with with my ministers and ensuring investors are confident about Malaysia."

Johor Bersatu secretary urges division chiefs to unite over Mazlan

Johor Bersatu secretary urges division chiefs to unite over Mazlan

Accept Mazlan Bujang as the new Johor liaison chairperson, urges Solihan Badri.

Deputy minister suspends Haziq, slaps him with show cause letter

Deputy minister suspends Haziq, slaps him with show cause letter

UPDATED 5.54PM | Shamsul Iskandar says if he does reply within three days, the ministry will terminate his contract.

Special committee formed to monitor b20 biodiesel implementation

Special committee formed to monitor b20 biodiesel implementation

UPDATED| Teresa Kok says the committee would discuss the subject before its implementation by 2020.

Mahathir to make three-day working visit to UK

Mahathir to make three-day working visit to UK

The itinerary includes a talk at the Cambridge Union and an Aidilfitri do in London.

Lynas Malaysia’s residues stored safely

Lynas Malaysia’s residues stored safely

LETTER | This has been confirmed by independent scientific reviews.

FDI surged 73.4 percent in Q1 2019 from a year ago

FDI surged 73.4 percent in Q1 2019 from a year ago

April 2019 industrial production grew four percent year-on-year

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Orang Asli boy in critical but stable condition - Waythamoorthy

Orang Asli boy in critical but stable condition - Waythamoorthy

Minister impressed with the commitment, treatment and personal care given by medical staff.
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Medical body defends push to revise GP's consultation fees from 27 years ago

Medical body defends push to revise GP's consultation fees from 27 years ago

GPs only asking for the fee agreed upon in 2013.

Chong Wei retires after 19 years on the courts

Chong Wei retires after 19 years on the courts

UPDATED 7.10PM | Consultation with doctors in Japan concludes that he is not "fit to do high-intensity activities."

Najib's lawyers to review Ismee Ismail's witness status

Najib's lawyers to review Ismee Ismail's witness status

UPDATED 2.43PM | NAJIB TRIAL | This comes as the former SRC International chairperson's testimony in court today contradicts his written witness statement.

Hilman brings in cops, Jawi over sex video

Hilman brings in cops, Jawi over sex video

He says full cooperation will be given to the police and Jawi.

Communist Party of China's delegation calls on Dr Mahathir

Communist Party of China's delegation calls on Dr Mahathir

The PM and CPC Central Committee member Li Xi discussed trade relations and strengthening bilateral ties.

CEO Nik Faisal lied about 2013 audit - Ex-SRC chair

CEO Nik Faisal lied about 2013 audit - Ex-SRC chair

NAJIB TRIAL | Even so, Ismee Ismail admits he did not escalate this and other doubts over director to PM.
Thousands of Hong Kong protesters gather, gov't offices shut after violent protests

Thousands of Hong Kong protesters gather, gov't offices shut after violent protests

Hong Kong authorities have shut government offices in the city’s financial district for the rest of the week.

Azmin's aide admits to meeting Haziq before 'confession'

Azmin's aide admits to meeting Haziq before 'confession'

UPDATED 1.12PM | Hilman Idham, however, declines to reveal details and wants police to investigate.

Haziq claims he was asked to 'lie for Azmin' when sex clips emerged

Haziq claims he was asked to 'lie for Azmin' when sex clips emerged

He also expresses concern that more videos of their previous sexual encounters may be leaked.

MCA Youth claims PSC chief U-turn on public appointments stance

MCA Youth claims PSC chief U-turn on public appointments stance

Tan Chee Hiong says William Leong had initially said the Harapan manifesto had been violated.

Remains of four Orang Asli found in Kuala Koh

Remains of four Orang Asli found in Kuala Koh

The remains were in pieces as they were hung on trees according to traditional last rites

Russian police detain more than 500 at protest over journalist

Russian police detain more than 500 at protest over journalist

The crude way supporters said Golunov was set up and detained triggered an unusual show of media unity.
Ringgit opens lower against US dollar

Ringgit opens lower against US dollar

This occurs as investors anticipate a resumption of the US-China trade war, says a dealer.

Alaskans find more dead seals along warming Arctic Sea

Alaskans find more dead seals along warming Arctic Sea

The cause of the seal die-off is as yet unknown, say experts from the local atmospheric administration.

A Rahman Hassan, crooner of the Sixties, passes away

A Rahman Hassan, crooner of the Sixties, passes away

The popular singer died from lung complications early today, at the Ampang Hospital.

Yoursay: Syazlin doesn't seem to get what 'conflict of interest' means

Yoursay: Syazlin doesn't seem to get what 'conflict of interest' means

YOURSAY | 'Instead of finding out the truth, is she trying to influence the outcome of the Adib inquest?'
Day 24: Shareholder or advisor emeritus? Najib's trial comes to a halt

Day 24: Shareholder or advisor emeritus? Najib's trial comes to a halt

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-PM Najib Abdul Razak's SRC International trial.
Special Branch will not be used as a gov't tool, says top cop

Special Branch will not be used as a gov't tool, says top cop

IGP Abdul Hamid Bador admits the SB was used by the previous administration to silence dissidents.

Yoursay: Whether it's old or new M'sia, gutter politics not going away

Yoursay: Whether it's old or new M'sia, gutter politics not going away

YOURSAY | 'Smear campaign after smear campaign. Sex sells, sodomy even more.'
India will continue to push for Zakir Naik's extradition

India will continue to push for Zakir Naik's extradition

'The fairness of the Indian justice system has never been in question,' says India's External Affairs Ministry.

Uneasy calm in Hong Kong after a day of violence

Uneasy calm in Hong Kong after a day of violence

Both the riot police and protesters brace for possible further clashes today over the extradition bill.

The dilemma of fake videos

The dilemma of fake videos

COMMENT | The ease with which fakes can be made renders sex videos suspicious.

Azmin denies being in sex video, and 7 other things that happened yesterday

Azmin denies being in sex video, and 7 other things that happened yesterday

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

Dr M dismisses sex videos, says likely faked for political ends

Dr M dismisses sex videos, says likely faked for political ends

UPDATED 12.30AM | 'Perhaps one day you will see lewd pictures of me like that,' says the prime minister.