Archive - 24 June 2019

475 learning institutions in Pasir Gudang closed until Thursday

475 learning institutions in Pasir Gudang closed until Thursday

Students at several schools in the area have been experiencing breathing difficulties since last week.

Drug addicts now seen as people to be treated, not punished

Drug addicts now seen as people to be treated, not punished

Muhyiddin says the decriminalisation of drug addicts would include a treatment programme.
CID chief: 627 suspects nabbed, 681 secret societies identified

CID chief: 627 suspects nabbed, 681 secret societies identified

Huzir Mohamed says the suspects were arrested in operations conducted since January.
Dr M: I didn’t say I’ll stay for three years

Dr M: I didn’t say I’ll stay for three years

PM says the time he mentioned was the time needed for 'corrective work'.

Penang signs MOU with YZD to develop tourism

Penang signs MOU with YZD to develop tourism

CM Chow Kon Yeow says this is to map out the state's tourism direction in the coming 10 years.

RCI not needed for Adib's case - Zuraida

RCI not needed for Adib's case - Zuraida

This is because the inquest on the death of Adib is proceeding smoothly, says minister.

Kedah Umno: How Mukhriz can plead ignorance but not Najib?

Kedah Umno: How Mukhriz can plead ignorance but not Najib?

'Just like SRC, Mukhriz had to sign off on the use of funds in his capacity as (Kedah Umno) chair at the time.'
Hong Kong activists renew protest against extradition bill

Hong Kong activists renew protest against extradition bill

They demand that the bill be withdrawn and all charges against those arrested dropped.

No Chinese aircraft carrier in M'sian waters, says navy chief

No Chinese aircraft carrier in M'sian waters, says navy chief

Mohd Reza dismisses media reports on the presence of a Chinese ship in the South China Sea.
'Convent land in Penang to be used for education, not redevelopment'

'Convent land in Penang to be used for education, not redevelopment'

Sister superior says there are no plans to sell the land or buildings. 

Youth goes on hunger strike over climate change

Youth goes on hunger strike over climate change

Law graduate wants the government to declare a climate emergency. 

Ex-MB urges gov't to be more forthcoming on Pasir Gudang pollution

Ex-MB urges gov't to be more forthcoming on Pasir Gudang pollution

Khaled Nordin says updates should be more frequent, as with disclosing the government's strategy. 

High Court sets aside contempt proceedings against Rafizi

High Court sets aside contempt proceedings against Rafizi

The proceedings are related to an article about NFC posted by Rafizi on his blog and Facebook.

Curfew in Esszone extended until July 10

Curfew in Esszone extended until July 10

It covers the waters off Tawau, Semporna, Kunak, Lahad Datu, Kinabatangan, Sandakan and Beluran.

Syukri ticks off Zuraida on suggestion to fire Haziq

Syukri ticks off Zuraida on suggestion to fire Haziq

Zuraida is part of the PKR political bureau which unanimously agreed with the decision to issue a show cause letter.

PAS supporters' wing believes party will back vernacular schools

PAS supporters' wing believes party will back vernacular schools

Calls made to shut down Chinese and Tamil schools during the party's annual national delegates meeting.

MOF approves RM5k lifetime monthly allowance to 7 national laureates

MOF approves RM5k lifetime monthly allowance to 7 national laureates

Guan Eng says the allowance is given as a sign of gratitude to the laureates for their efforts.

Sprint Highway takeover 'positive' for company, says minority shareholder

Sprint Highway takeover 'positive' for company, says minority shareholder

Kumpulan Perangsang Selangor says it will further streamline their effort in growing the core businesses.
North Korean denied bail while awaiting extradition hearing to US

North Korean denied bail while awaiting extradition hearing to US

Mun has been staying in Malaysia for past 10 years and is wanted for money laundering.

Azmin pans Lokman for lie detector test suggestion

Azmin pans Lokman for lie detector test suggestion

Azmin is reacting to a challenge from the Umno man to prove his innocence by taking the test.

Penang convents: Law can be invoked if landowner surrenders plot - CM

Penang convents: Law can be invoked if landowner surrenders plot - CM

CM Chow Kon Yeow says the Land Acquisition Act 1960 can be used if the plot is given up to the Education Ministry.
Lynas hears Dr M, will process radioactive waste in Australia

Lynas hears Dr M, will process radioactive waste in Australia

The relocation will be to somewhere near Lynas' Western Australian rare earth mine within five years.

I would have fired Haziq if I were PKR president, says Zuraida

I would have fired Haziq if I were PKR president, says Zuraida

The PKR vice-president, however, adds the party wants to follow due process.
If Leonardo DiCaprio can do it, why not Umno? - PKR MP

If Leonardo DiCaprio can do it, why not Umno? - PKR MP

MP for Johor Bahru Akmal Nasir asks if we can expect the same integrity and ethics from Umno.

More gas leak closures in Johor with nine kindergartens shut

More gas leak closures in Johor with nine kindergartens shut

Tabika Perpaduan in Pasir Gudang closed until Thursday to ensure safety of students in affected area.

State rep lodges MACC report against DOE over Lynas waste

State rep lodges MACC report against DOE over Lynas waste

Semambu rep Lee Chean Chung says DOE had allowed the plant to accumulate waste beyond limits.
Saudara Zul died yesterday – he never gave up his struggle

Saudara Zul died yesterday – he never gave up his struggle

COMMENT | "A Parti Rakyat Malaysia diehard, my friend Zulkarnain never hid his disdain for the way PAS used religion."

PM: Malaysia willing to conclude RCEP without India

PM: Malaysia willing to conclude RCEP without India

RCEP is a proposed free trade agreement between 10 Asean member countries and six Asia Pacific nations.

Forfeiture suit not meant to bankrupt Umno, says Dr M

Forfeiture suit not meant to bankrupt Umno, says Dr M

UPDATED 1.47PM | The prime minister says if the government wanted to bankrupt Umno, it could have been done earlier.

Musing over Asean hosting the World Cup

Musing over Asean hosting the World Cup

LETTER | Best chance for any Asean country to play in the final.
US cyber attacks on Iran targets not successful: Minister

US cyber attacks on Iran targets not successful: Minister

Reports state Pentagon attempting to disable Iran's rocket launch systems.

Amanah ticks off PAS for making fun of Mat Sabu's English

Amanah ticks off PAS for making fun of Mat Sabu's English

Its senator, Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah Raja Ahmad, tells the Islamist party to check its attitude.
4 killed, 100 injured in train derailment in Bangladesh

4 killed, 100 injured in train derailment in Bangladesh

According to a local fire service official, the death toll may rise.
PM believes Moody's downgrade won't affect Petronas

PM believes Moody's downgrade won't affect Petronas

The prime minister downplays Moody's rating downgrade saying that sometimes "people assess wrongly".

Goldman Sachs' offer is peanuts, PM dismisses compensation as inadequate

Goldman Sachs' offer is peanuts, PM dismisses compensation as inadequate

Dr Mahathir Mohamad says the Finance Ministry will decide on the appropriate amount to demand from the investment bank.
Two MMEA members remanded for receiving monthly bribes

Two MMEA members remanded for receiving monthly bribes

The suspects are alleged to have targeted fishermen and boat owners in Kedah for past three years. 

Zahid Hamidi questioned by anti-graft body

Zahid Hamidi questioned by anti-graft body

He turned up at the MACC headquarters in Putrajaya this morning, but what he’s grilled on is uncertain.

Sept 30 new mention date for Goldman Sachs' 1MDB bond issues case

Sept 30 new mention date for Goldman Sachs' 1MDB bond issues case

UPDATED 2.29PM | The new date was requested for lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to allow the court papers to be properly served.

'No need for Prime Minister's Question Time for now'

'No need for Prime Minister's Question Time for now'

Minister in the PM's Department Liew Vui Keong points out there is already a Ministers' Question Time.

Names of new Suhakam commissioners submitted to PM

Names of new Suhakam commissioners submitted to PM

These were submitted to the prime minister last week, says Minister in PM’s Dept Liew Vui Keong.

Kit Siang, Hanif ordered to appear in court over defamation suit

Kit Siang, Hanif ordered to appear in court over defamation suit

 Judge wants to see both men after their attempt to settle out-of-court fails
Resigning over 'fake sex scandal' not our way - Mahathir

Resigning over 'fake sex scandal' not our way - Mahathir

'This was a deliberate attempt to affect the future of Azmin,' the prime minister says.

Earthquake of 7.5 magnitude hits coasts of East Timor and Indonesia

Earthquake of 7.5 magnitude hits coasts of East Timor and Indonesia

UPDATED 12.30PM | No tsunami warnings or immediate reports of damage or injury reported. 

Dr M: Prosper-thy-neighbour policy can promote shared prosperity

Dr M: Prosper-thy-neighbour policy can promote shared prosperity

According to the PM, alliances forged on this concept can lead to a sustainable energy future.
Death toll in Cambodia building collapse rises to 24

Death toll in Cambodia building collapse rises to 24

As many as 50 people were asleep in the building when it collapsed.

Dr M promises not to stay on as PM beyond three years

Dr M promises not to stay on as PM beyond three years

Amidst speculations on the succession plan, Mahathir reiterates he will hand over the reins to Anwar within three years.

Finance minister lacks understanding on budgeting, says Nancy

Finance minister lacks understanding on budgeting, says Nancy

The MP slams Lim Guan Eng for harbouring 'nefarious motive' in his 'Sarawak will go bankrupt' remark.
Tour operators must be well versed with laws and contracts

Tour operators must be well versed with laws and contracts

Many tour operators have a poor grasp of local laws concerning the travel business.

Yemen's Houthis hit Saudi airport, killing one expat, Saudi-led coalition says

Yemen's Houthis hit Saudi airport, killing one expat, Saudi-led coalition says

The Iran-aligned movement had targeted Abha and Jizan airports, a Houthi-run TV station says.

Family in the dark - not a word from Haziq

Family in the dark - not a word from Haziq

UPDATED 3.02PM | However, the Santubong PKR Youth chief had a brief phone conversation with his father several days ago.

Blow to Turkey's Erdogan as opposition wins big in Istanbul

Blow to Turkey's Erdogan as opposition wins big in Istanbul

The mayoral candidate of the secularist Republican People’s Party leads with 54pct of the 99pct of ballots counted.

US prods Iran for talks to ease Gulf tensions

US prods Iran for talks to ease Gulf tensions

But Tehran warns of growing risk of military confrontation with US.

Over one million tourists visited Sabah in the first five months

Over one million tourists visited Sabah in the first five months

The state has set a target for four million tourists arrivals this year, Deputy Chief Minister Christina Liew says.

Yoursay: Looking for the elusive progressive Malays

Yoursay: Looking for the elusive progressive Malays

YOURSAY | 'The Malays are as much a victim of government policy as the non-Malays think they are.'
Mahathir concludes four-day 'meeting marathon' in Thailand

Mahathir concludes four-day 'meeting marathon' in Thailand

The PM's packed schedule included a bilateral meeting with his Thai counterpart, General Prayuth Chan o-cha.

Asean to launch joint bid for 2034 World Cup

Asean to launch joint bid for 2034 World Cup

With all Asean together, the member countries can stage the global event, says Dr M.
Yoursay: Latheefa, ensure we recover every sen of the stolen money

Yoursay: Latheefa, ensure we recover every sen of the stolen money

YOURSAY | ‘Make sure all the corrupt individuals and companies are punished, and all their assets seized.’
Playing the same game with hate speech laws

Playing the same game with hate speech laws

COMMENT | Is Pakatan Harapan really keen to enforce such laws?
Forced to disappear but not forgotten

Forced to disappear but not forgotten

BOOK REVIEW | 'Where is Pastor Raymond Koh' makes compelling reading.

Anwar does not doubt Dr M, and 9 things that happened yesterday

Anwar does not doubt Dr M, and 9 things that happened yesterday

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