Archive - 21 June 2019

Mahathir vows he won't become like Najib; reiterates promise to Anwar

Mahathir vows he won't become like Najib; reiterates promise to Anwar

He also stresses that there won't be a cabinet reshuffle.

Petronas: Despite rating downgrade, fundamentals remain unchanged

Petronas: Despite rating downgrade, fundamentals remain unchanged

It says its conservative financial policy and healthy net cash balance will cushion against market shocks.

PM believes country can outperform GDP projections

PM believes country can outperform GDP projections

He says growth of more than five percent is possible even though projections are between 4.8 to 4.9 percent.

Gobind hopes media council will be set up by year-end

Gobind hopes media council will be set up by year-end

A preliminary paper is expected within two weeks, he adds.

18 years jail, whipping for brutal assault on woman in MRT lift

18 years jail, whipping for brutal assault on woman in MRT lift

The case gained notoriety after a video clip of it went viral.

Moody's lowers Petronas' rating after methodology tweak

Moody's lowers Petronas' rating after methodology tweak

The global rating agency says the national oil company's credit metrics remain strong.

Putrajaya launches RM6b bid to acquire four highway operators

Putrajaya launches RM6b bid to acquire four highway operators

UPDATED 10.24PM | Could this be its first step towards cheaper toll charges?

MACC action against Naza involves 4 cars worth RM269,662

MACC action against Naza involves 4 cars worth RM269,662

Habib Jewels, meanwhile, says it has not received any civil forfeiture notice.

C4: Police business ties a concern

C4: Police business ties a concern

Watchdog body raises conflict of interest fear.

1MDB - Goldman Sachs made a killing but coy on compensation, says Dr M

1MDB - Goldman Sachs made a killing but coy on compensation, says Dr M

The premier says their compensation offer was too little.

PM: We will choose buyer for Malaysia Airlines carefully

PM: We will choose buyer for Malaysia Airlines carefully

The potential buyer must be able to manage the airline well.

PM: M'sia still maintains trade, economic policy despite change of gov't

PM: M'sia still maintains trade, economic policy despite change of gov't

Dr Mahathir Mohamad says foreign investors are welcomed to do business with the country.
Disappointing - heritage significance of Pulau Jerejak ignored

Disappointing - heritage significance of Pulau Jerejak ignored

LETTER | It is important that its narrative is preserved both locally and globally.

Relocate prison, build new general hospital for Penang

Relocate prison, build new general hospital for Penang

LETTER | The present hospital has long exceeded its capacity.

Aussie diplomat is defending 'corporate malfeasance'

Aussie diplomat is defending 'corporate malfeasance'

MP SPEAKS | The High Commissioner should do his duty and advise Lynas to honour its commitments to Malaysia.

Counsel tells court Shafee has three wives, won't flee

Counsel tells court Shafee has three wives, won't flee

Appellate court allows bid for a temporary return of passport. 

Time Orang Asli are treated with respect

Time Orang Asli are treated with respect

LETTER | There also needs to be more education on the importance of immunisation.

1MDB forfeiture suit: Wanita MCA and Pahang MCA claim unaware source of fund

1MDB forfeiture suit: Wanita MCA and Pahang MCA claim unaware source of fund

They respond after MACC files civil suits worth RM270 million against 41 local individuals and groups.

RON97 down three sen, RON95 and diesel remain unchanged

RON97 down three sen, RON95 and diesel remain unchanged

The unchanged prices in line with move to reduce cost of living, says Finance Ministry.
Shafee's comments not directed at judge, court hears

Shafee's comments not directed at judge, court hears

Defence counsel David Mathews argues that the statement was about the conduct of the prosecution.
PAS veep trio win uncontested, T'ganu MB the new face

PAS veep trio win uncontested, T'ganu MB the new face

Incumbent Iskandar Abdul Samad declines to contest. 

Global airlines re-routing flights to avoid Iran airspace

Global airlines re-routing flights to avoid Iran airspace

MAS flights to London and Middle East among those affected after Iran shoots down US drone.

29 students in Pasir Gudang treated for 'breathing difficulty'

29 students in Pasir Gudang treated for 'breathing difficulty'

All the patients are reported to be in stable condition.
Trump warned Iran via Oman that US attack imminent, called for talks

Trump warned Iran via Oman that US attack imminent, called for talks

An Iranian official says any attack will have international and regional consequences.

'Jump' to give aid - Yang di-Pertuan Agong

'Jump' to give aid - Yang di-Pertuan Agong

The king says this attitude would test the sincerity of those giving aid, as well as lighten the burden of those facings tests from Allah.

Reformasi veterans focus on photo of Azmin at same table with IGP, AG

Reformasi veterans focus on photo of Azmin at same table with IGP, AG

'This is why we urged Azmin to take leave from his official duties', says Otai Reformis.

Azmin's political secretary gives statement at Bukit Aman

Azmin's political secretary gives statement at Bukit Aman

Hilman spends about three hours with cops in sex video case investigation.

MACC not revealing steps to nab Jho Low

MACC not revealing steps to nab Jho Low

'For the purpose of securing evidence, we cannot tell you.'

After Jokowi's election victory, Indonesia to vet public servants for Islamists

After Jokowi's election victory, Indonesia to vet public servants for Islamists

The policy is to ensure Indonesia remains a model for moderate Islam.

Trump calls off Iran strikes at the last minute - NYT

Trump calls off Iran strikes at the last minute - NYT

It is unknown if the US president changed his mind or his administration was worried about logistics or strategy.

Gov't drawing up nutrition programme for Orang Asli children

Gov't drawing up nutrition programme for Orang Asli children

Health and Education ministries and Jakoa to work together to combat the lack of nutrients, immunisation among the community.

Tweets accusing Anwar of masterminding sex scandal court police report

Tweets accusing Anwar of masterminding sex scandal court police report

Tweets claim PKR president is upset with Azmin's loyalty to Dr M and Latheefa's appointment as MACC chief.

HK protesters hit the streets again to demand scrapping of extradition bill

HK protesters hit the streets again to demand scrapping of extradition bill

Marchers also request government to drop charges against those arrested and charge police for violent action.

Zahid free to officiate at Umno functions, says Mat Hasan

Zahid free to officiate at Umno functions, says Mat Hasan

Despite being on leave from his role as party president, former DPM is still a division chief, he adds.
'No confidence vote against Dr M' claim crafted by sinister minds – Kit Siang

'No confidence vote against Dr M' claim crafted by sinister minds – Kit Siang

Doom and gloom over past week render it the worst week for Harapan since GE14, rues DAP veteran.

Hadi: No 'revenge' on civil servants if PAS forms gov't

Hadi: No 'revenge' on civil servants if PAS forms gov't

PAS MUKTAMAR | 'The promise is not mere political rhetoric, but rather a command from Allah,' says the PAS chief.
'Pasir Gudang schools detected LPG odour, informed authorities'

'Pasir Gudang schools detected LPG odour, informed authorities'

However, initial air quality monitoring found no traces of the smell, says Johor Environment Committee chief Tan Chen Choon.

Sex scandal clouds Mahathir's succession plan

Sex scandal clouds Mahathir's succession plan

The scandal sharpens focus on rifts and rivalries within the ruling coalition.

PKR files police report against author for extortion, tarnishing rulers

PKR files police report against author for extortion, tarnishing rulers

Yahaya is accused by the FT branch of attempting to extort money from Anwar to halt publication.

Zakir Naik will return if Supreme Court promises not to arrest, jail him

Zakir Naik will return if Supreme Court promises not to arrest, jail him

Controversial preacher says this in response to latest summon for him to face money laundering charges.

MACC to question Hisham over Mindef land swap deals

MACC to question Hisham over Mindef land swap deals

UPDATED 2.21PM | Hishammuddin was defence minister from 2013 until BN lost power last year.

Prosecution wants 1MDB trial to be pushed to October

Prosecution wants 1MDB trial to be pushed to October

AG Tommy Thomas proposes that ex-PM Najib's SRC trial be allowed to finish first. 

Hadi: PAS will not demand to lead in new alliance

Hadi: PAS will not demand to lead in new alliance

UPDATED 3PM | PAS MUKTAMAR | However, he insists that Islam must remain at the forefront regardless of who takes charge.

Reading without knowing the facts is dangerous

Reading without knowing the facts is dangerous

COMMENT | Vital to digest the news carefully before making judgements.
Coming soon: New task force to recover US$5b in 1MDB-linked foreign assets

Coming soon: New task force to recover US$5b in 1MDB-linked foreign assets

The team will comprise several government agencies and be led by the National Financial Crime Centre.

Umno will fight civil forfeiture suit in court, says Mat Hasan

Umno will fight civil forfeiture suit in court, says Mat Hasan

The Umno acting president says Umno's lawyers will argue for the money to be returned to the party.

All is calm in PAS - and Hadi quips there 'are no video activities'

All is calm in PAS - and Hadi quips there 'are no video activities'

PAS MUKTAMAR | Proof is the lack of contests for the top party posts this year, says the party president.
Australia's Lynas stockpiles rare earths for 'strategic' customers

Australia's Lynas stockpiles rare earths for 'strategic' customers

Prices for rare earths - for which Lynas is the only major producer outside China - have jumped amid Sino-US trade war.
Hadi: Prioritise faith before integrity

Hadi: Prioritise faith before integrity

PAS MUKTAMAR | PAS president says importance should always be given to electing Muslim leaders

Malaysia needs law on refugees, asylum seekers

Malaysia needs law on refugees, asylum seekers

The rights and protection that can be given to refugees and asylum seekers seems to be based on an unwritten policy.

Traffic cop aimed to shoot tyre, but hit youth - Kedah police

Traffic cop aimed to shoot tyre, but hit youth - Kedah police

Kedah police chief Zainuddin Yaacob said traffic cop meant to stop suspects, and only realised afterwards he shot pillion rider's arm. 

MACC files 1MDB civil forfeiture suits against 41 respondents

MACC files 1MDB civil forfeiture suits against 41 respondents

UPDATED 1.45PM | Its new chief Latheefa Koya announces the largest civil forfeiture action in the nation's history, and lion's share of it is being sought from Umno divisions.

MEF's myopic view on paternity, maternity leave

MEF's myopic view on paternity, maternity leave

LETTER | See the broader picture rather than merely looking at it from a profit and loss angle.
Faced with rising far right, Soros Foundations look West

Faced with rising far right, Soros Foundations look West

It has increasingly turned attention to affluent western Europe in response to the rise of the far right there.

Politicians fighting politicians won't heal a feverish economy

Politicians fighting politicians won't heal a feverish economy

LETTER | The previous and today's leaders must stop blame games, for what we want is a better economy and a better life.

Four-way tussle for PAS vice-president posts

Four-way tussle for PAS vice-president posts

PAS MUKTAMAR | With the top two positions uncontested, the focus is on today's veep election.

Umno plans EGM to amend its constitution in November

Umno plans EGM to amend its constitution in November

UPDATED 3PM | Secretary-general Annuar Musa says supreme council to propose clauses to help streamline party operations.

Spain's Supreme Court to settle 'Wolf Pack' sex abuse case

Spain's Supreme Court to settle 'Wolf Pack' sex abuse case

It will decide whether to uphold a ruling that cleared five young men of gang-raping a teenager at a bull-running festival.
Mahathir's dilemma in rebuilding Malaysia

Mahathir's dilemma in rebuilding Malaysia

COMMENT | 'Rebuilding Malaysia cannot be achieved on the foundations of racial and religious rhetoric and affirmative action.'

Xi, Kim say boosting China-N Korea ties good for regional peace: KCNA

Xi, Kim say boosting China-N Korea ties good for regional peace: KCNA

Xi arrived in Pyongyang on Thursday for a two-day visit.
Trump plays down Iranian shooting of US drone

Trump plays down Iranian shooting of US drone

He suspects it was shot by mistake and it would be serious had the remotely controlled aircraft been piloted.

Tapping the Malaysian diaspora

Tapping the Malaysian diaspora

COMMENT | Malaysians migrating usually cite lack of career prospects, declining standards of education, bumiputera privileges and Islamic extremism as reasons for leaving.

Yoursay: Can PAS be trusted to protect rights of non-Muslims?

Yoursay: Can PAS be trusted to protect rights of non-Muslims?

YOURSAY | ‘Before you talk about convincing us (non-Muslims), stop the lying and vilifying.’
Sabah ministry lauds 'wear traditional clothes to work' initiative

Sabah ministry lauds 'wear traditional clothes to work' initiative

The Rural Development Ministry backs CM's call for civil servants to do so during working hours on selected days.

International criminal law evolved since some time ago

International criminal law evolved since some time ago

LETTER | But the International Criminal Court failed to initiate several cases of war crimes and crimes against humanity!

Yoursay: Dr M, there’s a difference between a Jew and a Zionist

Yoursay: Dr M, there’s a difference between a Jew and a Zionist

YOURSAY | 'Mahathir should be prepared to take it as well as give it.'
Where are the Suhakam commissioners?

Where are the Suhakam commissioners?

COMMENT | Suhakam, our national human rights statutory body, is currently without a chairperson and commissioners.

Time to empower junior doctors

Time to empower junior doctors

LETTER | On their part, they must stop displaying any form of lackadaisicalness.

More coordinated action needed to curb illegal cigarettes

More coordinated action needed to curb illegal cigarettes

Tobacco firm JT International wants to see tougher action as the trade in illegal cigarettes in the country is growing.

Author denies extorting money from Anwar, and 10 things that happened yesterday

Author denies extorting money from Anwar, and 10 things that happened yesterday

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

PKR members seek Anwar's intervention over 'kratom addict' leader

PKR members seek Anwar's intervention over 'kratom addict' leader

Padang Besar PKR members have submitted a memorandum to PKR president on the matter. 

PAS seeks to lead alliance, but Umno Youth says issue hasn't arisen

PAS seeks to lead alliance, but Umno Youth says issue hasn't arisen

Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki downplays calls by PAS leaders for Islamist party to lead any coalition it enters into with Umno.

Umno willing to offer seats to PAS for GE15, says Ulama chief

Umno willing to offer seats to PAS for GE15, says Ulama chief

PAS MUKTAMAR | Nik Muhammad Zawawi Salleh says PAS is willing to reciprocate if it provides a better chance of winning.