Archive - 28 June 2019

Split in Kojadi board? Group rebuts chairperson over 1MDB funds

Split in Kojadi board? Group rebuts chairperson over 1MDB funds

It says the RM15 million grant the co-op received has nothing to do with the ex-PM.

Upko says returned RM1m a month before MACC suit

Upko says returned RM1m a month before MACC suit

President says party did not know source of the money at the time

Sipitang MP yet to inform Parliament of party status

Sipitang MP yet to inform Parliament of party status

He is still considered an independent MP, says the de facto law minister.

MACC: We looked into Azmin's alleged accounts from S'gor MB time

MACC: We looked into Azmin's alleged accounts from S'gor MB time

The various accounts he purportedly owned did not exist, says the agency.
Dr M goes from supervillain to superhero, roots for Thor

Dr M goes from supervillain to superhero, roots for Thor

The media yesterday reported the prime minister's favourite was Thanos.

Revise composition of Koh, Amri task force

Revise composition of Koh, Amri task force

LETTER | Otherwise, the task force will be seen by all as a 'whitewashing force'.

TM cannot do well by entrapping customers, overcharging

TM cannot do well by entrapping customers, overcharging

LETTER | This is a guaranteed strategy to lose clients and revenue.

Pastor Koh's wife denies 'rebuking' PM over taskforce

Pastor Koh's wife denies 'rebuking' PM over taskforce

UPDATED 6.50PM | Koh wife's asks for gov't to do what's right in the interest of fairness and equality. 

One migrant child dies each day worldwide, UN data shows

One migrant child dies each day worldwide, UN data shows

The International Organization for Migration's data chief says little humanitarian effort is being done as countries focus on defending their borders.

Death in lock-up: Police trying to cover up the truth, claims rights group

Death in lock-up: Police trying to cover up the truth, claims rights group

The group alleges the authorities had destroyed evidence related to the death of Benedict Thanilas.
1MDB funds - Kojadi chair accuses MCA boss of blocking meeting with MACC

1MDB funds - Kojadi chair accuses MCA boss of blocking meeting with MACC

Ng Peng Hay says this came after he proposed 1MDB funds the co-op received be returned.,

Penang gov't refutes claim LRT track encroaches mosque's grounds

Penang gov't refutes claim LRT track encroaches mosque's grounds

The track is part of a 30-km line stretching from Komtar to Bayan Lepas.

Time for S'wakians to manage S'wak themselves

Time for S'wakians to manage S'wak themselves

LETTER | Then we will not have to beg for what has been taken from us.

Many Hong Kong youths look to flee amid extradition bill fury

Many Hong Kong youths look to flee amid extradition bill fury

The island's immigration consultants see a surge of interest in Asian destinations such as Malaysia.

C4: More focus needed on gov't policies over scandals, drama

C4: More focus needed on gov't policies over scandals, drama

Political drama should not side-track from monitoring the government's ability to deliver on its promises, says Cynthia Gabriel.

Legal event organiser should apologise to sexual harassment victim

Legal event organiser should apologise to sexual harassment victim

LETTER | 'The Association of Women Lawyers finds it disturbing that Clap ’19 has focused on damage being done to alleged aggressor.' 

'Impeach me, and I'll jail you,' Duterte dares foes to test him

'Impeach me, and I'll jail you,' Duterte dares foes to test him

The Philippine president vents anger on high-profile critics.
Gone but not forgotten – former minister claims S'wakians pine for Najib

Gone but not forgotten – former minister claims S'wakians pine for Najib

'He knew what Sarawak needed. He went to Sarawak more than 60 times and he tried to make things easier for us'.

Don't let Malaysia Airlines die - Kadir Jasin

Don't let Malaysia Airlines die - Kadir Jasin

Veteran newsperson says better to seek other options like 'marry' or sell for the money-losing national carrier.

Urgent need for proactive steps to contain pollution

Urgent need for proactive steps to contain pollution

The latest incident plaguing Pasir Gudang took place just three months after the Sunga Kim Kim incident.

Report card on Harapan shows 'unrealistic goals' in manifesto

Report card on Harapan shows 'unrealistic goals' in manifesto

According to Ideas, the new coalition lacks the political will to fulfil its promises.
Guan Eng to seek clarification on reclassification of Beng Hock's case

Guan Eng to seek clarification on reclassification of Beng Hock's case

AG Tommy Thomas will be contacted on the directive to police to reclassify the probe, the DAP leader adds.

Look at unregistered eligible voters too, Bersih urges EC

Look at unregistered eligible voters too, Bersih urges EC

Lowering the minimum voting age to 18 will add 3.5 million to the number of unregistered eligible voters.

White foamy substances in Penang river raises NGO's concern

White foamy substances in Penang river raises NGO's concern

CAP: Discharge flowing into Sungai Keluang from industrial area can cause adverse effects to the environment.

Trump talks trade at G20, China's Xi warns against protectionism

Trump talks trade at G20, China's Xi warns against protectionism

Leaders of G20 nations gather at summit amid trade tension.

Unsustainable development blamed for Pasir Gudang incident

Unsustainable development blamed for Pasir Gudang incident

Minister Yeo says the district's chemical industry is more developed than other areas, but the lack of a buffer zone places them close to communities.

Three gases detected in Pasir Gudang - Minister Yeo

Three gases detected in Pasir Gudang - Minister Yeo

UPDATED 4.55PM | The anomalous presence of these gasses would have an effect on high-risk groups such as children and people suffering from asthma, she says.

No corporal punishment in school or at home

No corporal punishment in school or at home

COMMENT | A better way is to talk to the children rather than vent your anger on them.
Sexual harassment a problem at M'sian Bar, but fear keeps lid on it

Sexual harassment a problem at M'sian Bar, but fear keeps lid on it

Survey shows 1 in 3 lawyers in KL and S'gor have experienced sexual harassment, adds Women Lawyers Association. 

Kian Ming: Buying the highways removes temptation to extend concessions

Kian Ming: Buying the highways removes temptation to extend concessions

The deputy minister says instead of toll hikes, the previous government would extend the concession agreements.

Foreign minister confirms extradition request for Zakir Naik

Foreign minister confirms extradition request for Zakir Naik

India has charged Zakir with laundering more than 1.93 billion rupees.

Gobind describes Muhyiddin's remark on Teoh's family as 'personal view'

Gobind describes Muhyiddin's remark on Teoh's family as 'personal view'

The communications and multimedia minister points out that the final decision lies with the AG.
Nasa to send drone to Saturn's moon for clues on human origins

Nasa to send drone to Saturn's moon for clues on human origins

Powered by a nuclear battery and slated for launch in 2026, Dragonfly would become the first drone to fly across another world.

'Ironic' - MP says of criticism of his 'too young for politics' quote

'Ironic' - MP says of criticism of his 'too young for politics' quote

Wong says his statement was not aimed at his party's youth wing, but to caution his interns against joining full-time politics before they are ready.

Rosmah's second solar project graft case transferred to High Court

Rosmah's second solar project graft case transferred to High Court

UPDATED 12.46PM | Judge approves prosecution's bid to transfer case, after ex-PM's wife withdrew appeal against it last week. 

July 30 a holiday in conjunction with Agong's coronation

July 30 a holiday in conjunction with Agong's coronation

The day is declared as an additional public holiday.

Four more suffer breathing difficulties over Pasir Gudang incident

Four more suffer breathing difficulties over Pasir Gudang incident

The health minister says the four received outpatient treatment, while tests for various chemicals turned up negative results.

Training centres? Draw the line when it comes to human rights

Training centres? Draw the line when it comes to human rights


ADUN SPEAKS | It's disappointing for Mujahid to toe official Chinese line over Uighur concentration camps.

Its time to focus on unity, not some writing on the wall

Its time to focus on unity, not some writing on the wall

COMMENT | Diversity in race and religion should be celebrated and not vilified.

Sultan Ibrahim: Get rid of or relocate polluting industries

Sultan Ibrahim: Get rid of or relocate polluting industries

The people's health is far more important than the economic value gained from these industries, adds Johor ruler.

NGO cautions against fragile slopes after Penang landslide tragedy

NGO cautions against fragile slopes after Penang landslide tragedy

Penang Forum stresses the need for greater public awareness of slope safety.
K'tan Umno Youth: ROS report made to divert attention from sex clip

K'tan Umno Youth: ROS report made to divert attention from sex clip

K'tan Harapan Youth acting beyond their capacity for urging action against Umno for receiving 1MDB money, says Rasman.

Kelantan drops oil royalty suit against federal gov't

Kelantan drops oil royalty suit against federal gov't

However, senior federal counsel Natrah Idris says the move has nothing to do with oil royalty.

A push for PM's Question Time

A push for PM's Question Time

COMMENT | The PMQT will be a bonus, for it will bring into effect a structure of parliamentary accountability.

Hindraf 2.0's new battle cry: 'End Umno era policies, help Indian poor'

Hindraf 2.0's new battle cry: 'End Umno era policies, help Indian poor'

Its de facto leader P Uthayakumar rues such policies are still continuing under Harapan.
US churches denounce sending asylum seekers to Mexico

US churches denounce sending asylum seekers to Mexico

A coalition of evangelical churches said it was 'deeply troubled' by US immigration policy.
New Istanbul mayor a catalyst for change in old Erdogan stronghold

New Istanbul mayor a catalyst for change in old Erdogan stronghold

Several voters in Eyup who ditched the AKP criticised Erdogan’s campaign rhetoric as divisive.
PAS leaves it to court to decide on MACC’s ‘1MDB money’

PAS leaves it to court to decide on MACC’s ‘1MDB money’

Its deputy chief Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man said this as the anti-graft body is not part of the judiciary.
Report: Groups want RCI on Pasir Gudang pollution

Report: Groups want RCI on Pasir Gudang pollution

The NGOs want govt to identify the cause of the pollution and put an end to the problem.

Yoursay: Questions raised over takeover of toll concessions

Yoursay: Questions raised over takeover of toll concessions

YOURSAY | ‘Harapan should be transparent and explain in detail of how they reach the figure of RM6.2b.’
Are we talking about race and religion more under 'new' Malaysia? Yes, data shows

Are we talking about race and religion more under 'new' Malaysia? Yes, data shows

SPECIAL REPORT | This is based on Malaysiakini’s analysis of Dewan Rakyat debates and media reports before and after GE14.
Is Malaysia stuck in a time warp?

Is Malaysia stuck in a time warp?

COMMENT | 'By reverting to his old self, Dr M has dented our confidence, while Anwar only knows how to ruffle our feathers'.

Yoursay: How long more can the gov’t maintain MAS' life support?

Yoursay: How long more can the gov’t maintain MAS' life support?

YOURSAY | ‘MAS’ legacies personify the worst of crony capitalism.’
'Was Singapore rushing to hang my brother?'

'Was Singapore rushing to hang my brother?'

SPECIAL REPORT | Pannir Selvam’s family is on a mission to save him from death row across the Causeway.

'One thing agreeing to a sexual harassment convention, another to ratify it'

'One thing agreeing to a sexual harassment convention, another to ratify it'

MTUC veteran Syed Shahrir says it's likely that a position on the convention was agreed upon in Putrajaya.

Malaysia, Pakistan should boost business linkages - Dr Wan Azizah

Malaysia, Pakistan should boost business linkages - Dr Wan Azizah

We should explore more opportunities in the halal industry for the global market as well, says the DPM.

Gov't to decriminalise personal drug use, and 7 news from yesterday

Gov't to decriminalise personal drug use, and 7 news from yesterday

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

Indonesia court upholds President Widodo's victory in April election

Indonesia court upholds President Widodo's victory in April election

Meanwhile, Joko Widodo calls for unity, while rival Prabowo Subianto says he will accept court ruling.