Archive - 3 July 2019

Rights and Gender Equality Select Committee moves forward

Rights and Gender Equality Select Committee moves forward

The meeting included a brief report on the committee's visit to London.

Yeo Bee Yin slams personal attacks over Pasir Gudang issues

Yeo Bee Yin slams personal attacks over Pasir Gudang issues

A social media post alleged that the minister's husband was involved in the second air pollution incident.

Anwar: Zahid's return proof that Umno is not stable

Anwar: Zahid's return proof that Umno is not stable

However, PKR president says whatever Umno decides has no impact on Harapan.

Youth should consider a seafaring career, says Anthony Loke

Youth should consider a seafaring career, says Anthony Loke

The Transport minister says demand for mariners was increasing.

Gov't to create special committee over Pasir Gudang pollution issues

Gov't to create special committee over Pasir Gudang pollution issues

The committee will coordinate all government parties involved in resolving the pollution issues.

Marzuki clarifies statement on Pulau Batu Puteh

Marzuki clarifies statement on Pulau Batu Puteh

The deputy foreign minister says the statement was about implementing the ICJ judgement on the island.

PKR gives Haziq the boot

PKR gives Haziq the boot

PKR's disciplinary board recommended the Santubong Youth chief's dismissal after a meeting today.

Zaharudin yet to face disciplinary committee over 'dedak cartel' issue

Zaharudin yet to face disciplinary committee over 'dedak cartel' issue

Hadi's son-in-law now silent on the subject as investigation sub-committee is formed.

Dewan Rakyat approves Youth Societies and Youth Development bill

Dewan Rakyat approves Youth Societies and Youth Development bill

Syed Saddiq says discussions on the amendments has been ongoing since 2010.

Litrak, Sprint agrees to MoF Inc's takeover offer

Litrak, Sprint agrees to MoF Inc's takeover offer

Litrak's board says the government's offer is fair and reasonable.

Suboh Yassin's testimony will help prove Najib's innocence, claims Shafee

Suboh Yassin's testimony will help prove Najib's innocence, claims Shafee

The veteran lawyer says this is why he did not move to impeach Suboh. 

Ex-AirAsia man meets Dr M over plan to revive Malaysia Airlines

Ex-AirAsia man meets Dr M over plan to revive Malaysia Airlines

A proposal was submitted by a group of businessmen led by former AirAsia Group Bhd chairman Pahamin A Rajab.

Syed Saddiq: Harapan in principle agrees to opposition offer on Undi 18 bill

Syed Saddiq: Harapan in principle agrees to opposition offer on Undi 18 bill

The minister said that in principle automatic voter registration can be agreed upon.
Najib belittles himself by fighting with Patriot

Najib belittles himself by fighting with Patriot

LETTER |  Patriots have demonstrated courage and conviction to speak the truth and defend the nation against corruption.

Two killed, four injured in Yala shooting, bomb incidents

Two killed, four injured in Yala shooting, bomb incidents

Two home-made bombs exploded when a team of rangers went to the scene of a shooting.

DRB-Hicom denies acquiring Umno's Media Prima stake

DRB-Hicom denies acquiring Umno's Media Prima stake

It was earlier reported that it had acquired an 11 percent share. 

Tuan Ibrahim: Asset declaration comment not about forbidding, its about caution

Tuan Ibrahim: Asset declaration comment not about forbidding, its about caution

The PAS deputy president was speaking again about his rationale for going against the motion on Monday.
Dr Mahathir to announce new Felda initiative on Sunday

Dr Mahathir to announce new Felda initiative on Sunday

The initiative is to help settlers generate more income and reduce reliance on oil palm.

Minister confident second time's the charm with Undi 18 vote

Minister confident second time's the charm with Undi 18 vote

Liew: The opposition won't dare to deny the rakyat the necessary constitutional amendment twice.

Awam: Cops laughed at sexual harassment complaints

Awam: Cops laughed at sexual harassment complaints

This and other factors are allowing perpetrators to get away, says the rights group.

Ku Nan trial: Power to say no doesn't mean there's courage, says ex-mayor

Ku Nan trial: Power to say no doesn't mean there's courage, says ex-mayor

He said this when testifying in former federal territories minister Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor's corruption case for receiving RM2 million from developer Aset Kayamas.

Expert calls experiment to determine Adib's injuries 'substandard'

Expert calls experiment to determine Adib's injuries 'substandard'

Dr Shahrom Abd Wahid rejects the findings of an experiment conducted by a forensic expert from the Kuala Lumpur Hospital.

Only real Penangites should vote

Only real Penangites should vote

LETTER |  Penangites staying elsewhere should not return to vote.

Unhappy returns: Imelda Marcos' 90th birthday bash ruined as 261 hospitalised

Unhappy returns: Imelda Marcos' 90th birthday bash ruined as 261 hospitalised

Imelda herself is unscathed, and her daughter Imee pledged they would visit each of the ill who now inundate the city's emergency rooms.

Ku Nan’s alleged bribe vehicle linked to Taman Rimba Kiara project: C4

Ku Nan’s alleged bribe vehicle linked to Taman Rimba Kiara project: C4

Movement of shareholdings and director appointments were coordinated, claims watchdog NGO.

Umno and BN led-govt, not DAP, that led fight against Communists, says Najib

Umno and BN led-govt, not DAP, that led fight against Communists, says Najib

Ex-premier hits back at Patriot's 'twisting of speech', saying NGO has only a few members.

Deputy speaker still optimistic PM Question Time will be implemented

Deputy speaker still optimistic PM Question Time will be implemented

This is despite de facto Law Minister Liew Vui Keong shooting down the need for it in Parliament.

Hong Kong regulator bans former Goldman banker Leissner for life

Hong Kong regulator bans former Goldman banker Leissner for life

Tim Leissner pleaded guilty last year to his part in the 1MDB scandal.

'Unfair!' - Najib on MP asset declaration

'Unfair!' - Najib on MP asset declaration

Former PM says opposition MPs are not part of the executive and have other sources of income. 

Xavier slams red paint attack on green activist

Xavier slams red paint attack on green activist

Minister says environmentalists must be given space to operate without fear of intimidation.

Action will be taken against int'l school for anti-palm oil performance

Action will be taken against int'l school for anti-palm oil performance

DG: Education Ministry will not compromise on activities that tarnish the image of the country.

Maszlee gives assurance to STPM holders over matriculation seats

Maszlee gives assurance to STPM holders over matriculation seats

PARLIAMENT | He says STPM holders won't be affected by the increase in matriculation intake, and there are also other avenues into public universities.

Appointment of Najib’s ex-aide at Intan cancelled

Appointment of Najib’s ex-aide at Intan cancelled

The institute is expected to make a formal statement later.

More time needed for labour law amendments

More time needed for labour law amendments

Ministry still in the process of consulting various stakeholders, says Kulasegaran.

Umno sec-gen urges gov't adopt bi-partisan approach to policy-making

Umno sec-gen urges gov't adopt bi-partisan approach to policy-making

This is especially for matters requiring a constitutional amendment and two-thirds support in Parliament.

Japan hit by torrential rains, orders 800,000 to evacuate

Japan hit by torrential rains, orders 800,000 to evacuate

PM Shinzo Abe orders the military to prepare for rescue operations if needed.

Umno dumps 11.09 pct stake in Media Prima

Umno dumps 11.09 pct stake in Media Prima

It follows a news report that Umno sold its stake in the company to tycoon Syed Mokhtar Al-Bukhary.

YTL: We gave internet for free, but MOE chose to pay others

YTL: We gave internet for free, but MOE chose to pay others

The company also warns that switching to Google Classrooms means abandoning the virtual classroom system it developed, and starting afresh.

Ramasamy awarded RM50k in defamation suit against Hindu Sangam

Ramasamy awarded RM50k in defamation suit against Hindu Sangam

His suit against Tamil news daily Malaysia Nanban has been settled amicably.  

DPM: Parents need to monitor children's smartphone usage

DPM: Parents need to monitor children's smartphone usage

Wan Azizah attributes cases of moral decadence on the influence of the internet.

Minister, please leave the banks alone

Minister, please leave the banks alone

LETTER | We can ill-afford to face a crisis with the current economic headwinds.

Mat Sabu: I have no intention to belittle our military

Mat Sabu: I have no intention to belittle our military

UPDATED 5.05PM | PARLIAMENT | Dismissing criticism of his 'we can't fight them' words at a summit in S'pore, the minister says the military is 'always tip-top'.
Who gains in the ‘New Malaysia’ era of shared prosperity?

Who gains in the ‘New Malaysia’ era of shared prosperity?

LETTER | 'Shared Prosperity' should benefit the rakyat, not prioritise megaprojects and mega-mergers.

Tajuddin suspended four days for defying Nga

Tajuddin suspended four days for defying Nga

PARLIAMENT | This was preceded by a shouting match between both sides of the House.

Resolve Penang Airport's expansion funding issues fast, says CM

Resolve Penang Airport's expansion funding issues fast, says CM

Chow wants MAHB, federal authorities to commence project as the airport is 'already bursting beyond its capacity'.

RM2m 'political donation' marked as debt-offset in Ku Nan's company books

RM2m 'political donation' marked as debt-offset in Ku Nan's company books

UPDATED 1.25PM | The prosecution alleges that Tengku Adnan had used the funds for a by-election.

In blow to Singapore's expansion, Malaysia bans sea sand exports

In blow to Singapore's expansion, Malaysia bans sea sand exports

The move could complicate Singapore's land reclamation efforts, but the PM's aide denies it's aimed at curbing the city-state's expansion.

'No record' Umno fought communists and won - veterans group

'No record' Umno fought communists and won - veterans group

Patriot says Najib plays down role of security forces with his 'fight as Umno once fought communists' claim.

PKR to decide on Haziq's fate today

PKR to decide on Haziq's fate today

UPDATED 1.06PM | Party president Anwar Ibrahim will hear from disciplinary committee first.

M'sian Youth Council: Acceptable 'youth' age limit should be 35, not 30

M'sian Youth Council: Acceptable 'youth' age limit should be 35, not 30

'Youth organisations will face leadership and management issues if gov't reclassifies youths to under-30s.'

Skeletal remains in water tank that of missing UiTM student - police

Skeletal remains in water tank that of missing UiTM student - police

This is based on a DNA test conducted on the remains to ascertain its identity.
Academic cheating, intellectual theft must be stopped

Academic cheating, intellectual theft must be stopped

LETTER |  There has been a lack of due diligence on the part of our universities.

Illegal trawlers - seize 'em and sink 'em, proposes minister

Illegal trawlers - seize 'em and sink 'em, proposes minister

PARLIAMENT | They can be turned into artificial reefs to benefit the country, says Salahuddin Ayub.

Kit Siang: Gov't, parties must support arts and literature

Kit Siang: Gov't, parties must support arts and literature

DAP veteran expresses party's full support for gov't decision to provide RM5k monthly allowance to national laureates. 

When children sexually abuse children

When children sexually abuse children

LETTER | Medical officers working with children recognise sexual abuse of children by children as a growing problem.

We were prepared to appeal Pulau Batu Puteh decision at ICJ - ex-AG recalls

We were prepared to appeal Pulau Batu Puteh decision at ICJ - ex-AG recalls

Apandi: 'Dr M halted Malaysia's bid to overturn ICJ's ruling without consulting me or Cabinet'.

Students' symptoms baffle exco, no toxic chemicals found in air

Students' symptoms baffle exco, no toxic chemicals found in air

'Even all the urine and blood samples taken from the students have turned out to be negative.'
Attorney-general should handle enforced disappearance cases

Attorney-general should handle enforced disappearance cases

COMMENT | We do not see any need for a task force, with no power of prosecution, to handle this serious problem.

Anti-vice group Badar Squad vows comeback

Anti-vice group Badar Squad vows comeback

It claims that immoral activities have become worse under Harapan administration.
UN investigator reports possible fresh war crimes in Myanmar

UN investigator reports possible fresh war crimes in Myanmar

A 2017 military crackdown drove more than 730,000 Rohingya Muslims to flee to Bangladesh.
China condemns violent HK protests as 'undisguised challenge' to its rule

China condemns violent HK protests as 'undisguised challenge' to its rule

Debris, including umbrellas, hard hats and water bottles, was among the few signs left of the mayhem that had engulfed parts of the city.

Day 32: Suboh, defence clash over alleged similarity in witness statements

Day 32: Suboh, defence clash over alleged similarity in witness statements

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-PM Najib Abdul Razak's SRC International trial.
Yoursay: Improve work conditions and cut reliance on imported labour

Yoursay: Improve work conditions and cut reliance on imported labour

YOURSAY | ‘Gov’t should help fund research into automation of the entire palm oil production.’
Why Malaysia's polygamy laws must be reformed

Why Malaysia's polygamy laws must be reformed

COMMENT | The Prophet remained monogamous in his marriage to Khadijah binti Khuwaylid till her passing 25 years later.

Yoursay: For M'sia, rule of law does not include Zakir Naik

Yoursay: For M'sia, rule of law does not include Zakir Naik

YOURSAY | 'Why protect this toxic preacher? This man has done so much damage to Malaysia.'
Maturity is a red herring in discourse on 18-year-olds getting the vote

Maturity is a red herring in discourse on 18-year-olds getting the vote

COMMENT | "If you ask a young person to defend and kill for his or her country, then the young person has a right to determine who is asking him or her to do the killing."

Loyalists appointed to Umno supreme council, and 9 news from yesterday

Loyalists appointed to Umno supreme council, and 9 news from yesterday

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