Archive - 12 July 2019

Commission for e-hailing firms capped at 20 percent

Commission for e-hailing firms capped at 20 percent

'We will monitor and ensure our regulations are followed,' says Transport Minister Anthony Loke.

Plus highway deal: Cabinet members on opposite lanes?

Plus highway deal: Cabinet members on opposite lanes?

Maju Holdings' renewed bid to take over the highway operator appears to be causing friction in Putrajaya.

Negeri Sembilan to legalise use of encroached gov't land

Negeri Sembilan to legalise use of encroached gov't land

MB Aminuddin Harun hopes the move will see the state gov't earning revenue.

Families of MH17 victims left 'confused' by gov't stance on probe findings

Families of MH17 victims left 'confused' by gov't stance on probe findings

'These statements have added confusion and caused anguish to some of the next-of-kin.'

Bill does not make housing for workers compulsory, ministry says

Bill does not make housing for workers compulsory, ministry says

HR Ministry clarifies that the amendment bill only sets standards for employers who choose to provide such benefits.

Matta calls for more in-depth study on departure levy

Matta calls for more in-depth study on departure levy

Association says Visit Malaysia 2020 targets may not be achieved with the imposition of the tax.

Let Wan Ji be the last unjust victim of Sedition Act

Let Wan Ji be the last unjust victim of Sedition Act

LETTER | May Malaysians never have to fear expressing their opinions because of oppressive laws.

Frozen account - court strikes out ex-spy chief's bid for access

Frozen account - court strikes out ex-spy chief's bid for access

The account was for Hasanah Abdul Hamid's pension to be banked into, counsel tells court.

Is 'Undi 18' a wise step?

Is 'Undi 18' a wise step?

LETTER | Those aged 18 to 20 must debunk the dubiousness over their competency to vote.

Three-month extension for e-hailing drivers to get PSV licences

Three-month extension for e-hailing drivers to get PSV licences

Anthony Loke says his ministry will take a 'soft landing' approach to enforcement.

TNB denies discrimination, says BMI wasn’t reason for job rejection

TNB denies discrimination, says BMI wasn’t reason for job rejection

Job applicant was rejected because of other undisclosed reasons, it says.

Not one house will be demolished for PSR project, says Penang CM

Not one house will be demolished for PSR project, says Penang CM

He assures that the welfare and livelihood of fisherfolk in the state will not be neglected.
Vision Zero M'sia campaign must be addressed to employers as well

Vision Zero M'sia campaign must be addressed to employers as well

LETTER | The change that the campaign addresses must include the lackadaisical behaviour towards workers' welfare.

Taiwan president in US after warning of threat from 'overseas forces'

Taiwan president in US after warning of threat from 'overseas forces'

China had called on the US not to allow Tsai Ing-wen to transit there on her overseas tour.

No new charges under Sedition Act since GE14, says Thomas

No new charges under Sedition Act since GE14, says Thomas

AG adds that the usage of the security law cannot be ruled out until it is repealed.

Lawyer: Rewcastle-Brown refused to accept couriered letter of demand

Lawyer: Rewcastle-Brown refused to accept couriered letter of demand

Mabel's counsel counters Sarawak Report editor's claim that she only received a letter by email. 

We need to talk about our Orang Asli community

We need to talk about our Orang Asli community

LETTER | We need to talk about his tragedy until we see change.

'Azmin loves Haziq' and 'Azmin for PM' banners in Putrajaya

'Azmin loves Haziq' and 'Azmin for PM' banners in Putrajaya

Banners are believed to have been strung up today, next to ministry headquarters. 

AG unaware of cross-appeal in Wan Ji case before enhanced sentence

AG unaware of cross-appeal in Wan Ji case before enhanced sentence

It is clear that the prosecution made the cross-appeal before GE14, says Tommy Thomas.

UNHCR to kick off global refugee campaign in Malaysia

UNHCR to kick off global refugee campaign in Malaysia

Step with Refugees campaign is aimed at raising awareness of the long, hard journies refugees have to take.

Cops: Lebanese jeweller may have overlooked 'missing' 40 items

Cops: Lebanese jeweller may have overlooked 'missing' 40 items

Police are prepared to allow the firm to re-examine the items up close if a court order is obtained.

Trump drops census citizenship question, vows to get data from gov't

Trump drops census citizenship question, vows to get data from gov't

Civil society groups say they see potential for future litigation over Trump administration’s collection and use of data.

Failure to serve summons on Shahrizat's children, court sets new mention date

Failure to serve summons on Shahrizat's children, court sets new mention date

The two siblings are being summoned in connection with offences allegedly committed by their company.

Tajuddin succeeds in application to strike out suit by Tony Pua, Anthony Loke

Tajuddin succeeds in application to strike out suit by Tony Pua, Anthony Loke

Tajuddin had filed the application as he claims his words did not refer to the Pua and Loke's post or profession.

Family planning methods fully explained to women - minister

Family planning methods fully explained to women - minister

Dzulkefly Ahmad says programme adheres to World Health Organization guidelines.

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Waytha to pursue forced birth control probe, seeks meeting with Dzulkefly

Waytha to pursue forced birth control probe, seeks meeting with Dzulkefly

Gap between Orang Asli and health officials is clear and needs to be bridged, he says.

Aide believes Mukhriz's 'not fixated on PM post' remark aimed at Anwar

Aide believes Mukhriz's 'not fixated on PM post' remark aimed at Anwar

Saddened and shocked, R Suresh Kumar denies that the PKR president is power-crazed.

Nigerian student's death - University cancels classes after gathering tip-off

Nigerian student's death - University cancels classes after gathering tip-off

Lim Kok Wing University also says the PhD candidate, who was detained on July 5, possessed a valid student visa.
Najib decries sale of Khazanah's Saudi power, water stake

Najib decries sale of Khazanah's Saudi power, water stake

Ex-PM questions why the stake was sold, given profitability of Saudi companies.
S'pore cautions wealth managers on aggressively courting HK business

S'pore cautions wealth managers on aggressively courting HK business

They are also cautioned on wooing clients to the city-state by capitalising on Hong Kong's political turmoil.
Indonesia looks east to expand Pacific diplomacy and trade

Indonesia looks east to expand Pacific diplomacy and trade

Country to establish relations with Niue, Cook Islands and pursue trade with Fiji, Papua New Guinea.

Malaysia emphasises Asean Centrality at meeting of defence ministers

Malaysia emphasises Asean Centrality at meeting of defence ministers

The Asean members also focused on the importance of working together to safeguard security and stability in the region.
Activist: Would MOE allow a priest or pastor to give talks in schools?

Activist: Would MOE allow a priest or pastor to give talks in schools?

The ministry should be sensitive on who can conduct talks in schools.

Rejected for exec job at TNB because BMI 'too high', claims woman

Rejected for exec job at TNB because BMI 'too high', claims woman

UPDATED 5.50PM | 'It doesn’t matter what size a person is. No one should go through this', rues the applicant.

Immigration DG confirms Nigerian PhD student died in custody

Immigration DG confirms Nigerian PhD student died in custody

UPDATED 2.23PM | Khairul Dzaimee Daud says there was no breach of SOPs.
Exercise caution in comments over Wan Ji's case, says his lawyer

Exercise caution in comments over Wan Ji's case, says his lawyer

Radzlan: We believe in govt's commitment there would be no more prosecution under the Sedition Act.

Guan Eng: RM925.1m in 1MDB funds recovered to date

Guan Eng: RM925.1m in 1MDB funds recovered to date

The monies were recovered from both Malaysian and foreign entities.

The Sedition Act should not be replaced in name only

The Sedition Act should not be replaced in name only

COMMENT | Remember, we voted this government into power on the promises that it made to us.
MACC's 1MDB suits - Foundation seeks out of court settlement

MACC's 1MDB suits - Foundation seeks out of court settlement

Whereas Pekan Umno and the division's education bureau chief are challenging the suits against them.

MP: Failure to refund GST is 'robbery' regardless what money used for

MP: Failure to refund GST is 'robbery' regardless what money used for

Poay Tiong says previous gov't didn't refund taxpayers within 14 days after papers filed as stipulated by the law.

Husam touts Anwar-Muhyiddin as country's top duo

Husam touts Anwar-Muhyiddin as country's top duo

Amanah veep also quashes speculation that he is aiming for Kelantan MB post.

S'pore experts suggest establishment of Ageing Ministry

S'pore experts suggest establishment of Ageing Ministry

The new ministry could resolve emerging challenges in an ageing workforce.

Works Ministry studying Maju Holdings’ Plus takeover offer

Works Ministry studying Maju Holdings’ Plus takeover offer

This despite Finance Ministry objecting to the offer based on feedback from Plus’ main shareholders.
Britain says it fended off Iranian attempt to block oil tanker

Britain says it fended off Iranian attempt to block oil tanker

This came a week after Britain seized an Iranian tanker accused of violating sanctions on Syria.

Sedition charge: Wan Ji released from jail pending appeal

Sedition charge: Wan Ji released from jail pending appeal

UPDATED 4.50PM | High Court allows preacher a stay of execution on his one-year jail term. 

Echo chambers - Fake news fact-checks hobbled by low reach, study shows

Echo chambers - Fake news fact-checks hobbled by low reach, study shows

The study casts doubt on the effectiveness of fact-checking even though demand for it is growing.
Singapore's decade-low growth triggers recession warning

Singapore's decade-low growth triggers recession warning

UPDATED 6PM | Exports in the country saw its biggest decline in more than three years.

Gov't urged to appeal to S'pore before 'execution binge'

Gov't urged to appeal to S'pore before 'execution binge'

Lawyers for Liberty calls rejection of clemency petitions for 10 prisoners, including 4 M'sians, 'unprecedented and shocking'. 

Sudan military council foils fresh coup attempt

Sudan military council foils fresh coup attempt

The ruling Transitional Military Council said 17 people have been detained following the failed attempt.

Johor DOE suspends Segamat factory's operating permit for pollution

Johor DOE suspends Segamat factory's operating permit for pollution

State exco Tan Cheng Choon says it was found that the factory had flouted Environmental Quality Act.

Affirmative action a cheque with no stated amount, no deadline

Affirmative action a cheque with no stated amount, no deadline

INTERVIEW | In the final part of this interview, Nasir assesses the performance of Dr M in the year since GE14. 

Muhyiddin: Johor's stance on age limit will affect its youth movements

Muhyiddin: Johor's stance on age limit will affect its youth movements

He says the federal aid to the state's youth movements may be affected if the age limit is maintained at 40.

Patto's voice a reminder: Free speech shouldn't be curtailed in New M'sia

Patto's voice a reminder: Free speech shouldn't be curtailed in New M'sia

MP SPEAKS | Remembering the late DAP lawmaker on the 24th anniversary of his passing.

Two main areas of focus to ensure media freedom - Gobind

Two main areas of focus to ensure media freedom - Gobind

The minister was in London attending the inaugural two-day Global Conference for Media Freedom.

Syed Saddiq's day of madness

Syed Saddiq's day of madness

COMMENT | Syed Saddiq's discussion with Najib Razak proves that he is just a naïve young man with a poor judge of character.

Yoursay: Yes, MACC, orange is not the new black

Yoursay: Yes, MACC, orange is not the new black

YOURSAY | 'The orange attire was the legacy of the repressive old regime to humiliate suspects...'
Yoursay: Who is running Johor gov’t if it is not the MB?

Yoursay: Who is running Johor gov’t if it is not the MB?

YOURSAY | 'If the Johor MB doesn't understand his role, then obviously he is unfit to lead.'
Cancelled Amman Message seminar organisers baffled by threats

Cancelled Amman Message seminar organisers baffled by threats

IAIS deputy CEO: It is a call for Muslim unity in the world, so why is there resistance from certain groups?
Veteran physician pans health minister's explanation as 'pathetic'

Veteran physician pans health minister's explanation as 'pathetic'

Dr Milton Lum feels it raises questions on flaws in the Orang Asli family planning programme.

Clare Rewcastle-Brown sued for RM100m, and 8 news from yesterday

Clare Rewcastle-Brown sued for RM100m, and 8 news from yesterday

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