Archive - 16 July 2019

‘Signs of panic as cops close in on sex video mastermind’

‘Signs of panic as cops close in on sex video mastermind’

PKR veep Zuraida Kamaruddin asks why certain politicians are 'commenting daily' on scandal implicating deputy president Azmin Ali. 

Nigerian PhD student's autopsy reveals no signs of injury

Nigerian PhD student's autopsy reveals no signs of injury

A full report will be issued once lab test results are in, says Chancellor Tuanku Muhriz Hospital.
Three more arrested over sex videos, including ‘political leader’

Three more arrested over sex videos, including ‘political leader’

The trio, which is said to include a high-ranking PKR official, was reportedly arrested around Johor Bahru today.

Over 300 expected to join Kuala Koh 'gotong-royong'

Over 300 expected to join Kuala Koh 'gotong-royong'

Jakoa rep says Orang Asli village will be cleaned up this Thursday to prevent recurrence of measles. 

Latheefa: No one can hide grand-scale corruption from MACC

Latheefa: No one can hide grand-scale corruption from MACC

Co-operation with foreign countries allows MACC to trace records of alleged wrongdoers, says anti-graft agency chief.

'Don't be a hypocrite' - Azmin fires back at Shamsul

'Don't be a hypocrite' - Azmin fires back at Shamsul

This comes after PKR information chief questions probe into sex video scandal and urges alleged wrongdoers to go on leave. 

Don't hide behind Dr M, PKR deputy minister tells leaders implicated in scandals

Don't hide behind Dr M, PKR deputy minister tells leaders implicated in scandals

Shamsul Iskandar also points to police focusing on the circulation of a sex video instead of its authenticity.

Khairuddin: Establish authenticity of sex videos implicating Anwar too

Khairuddin: Establish authenticity of sex videos implicating Anwar too

He says the public wants to know whether they are fake or real.

Physics specialist challenges theory EMRS van caused Adib's broken ribs

Physics specialist challenges theory EMRS van caused Adib's broken ribs

ADIB INQUEST | Firefighter's body weight should not have been part of calculations, says UiTM's Amir Radzi Abdul Ghani.

Penang reveals 72 conditions set by DOE for PSR

Penang reveals 72 conditions set by DOE for PSR

Among the important items is the introduction of an offset programme to address its impact.

Ex-KL mayor: DBKL land cannot be sold without minister's consent

Ex-KL mayor: DBKL land cannot be sold without minister's consent

DBKL had its own plans for the land which Aset Kayamas wanted to purchase, says Ahmad Phesal.

Lower voting age bill - all 211 MPs present give nod

Lower voting age bill - all 211 MPs present give nod

UPDATED 8.50PM | There were no abstentions or nays.

Adib's father seeks to drag AG to court over contempt

Adib's father seeks to drag AG to court over contempt

It concerns the AG's affidavit that Adib did not die from injuries sustained from an alleged assault.
I rather go to a psychiatric hospital than hell - Hamidah rebuts Dr M

I rather go to a psychiatric hospital than hell - Hamidah rebuts Dr M

She says she is unwilling to lie to the people.

An open letter to Ninian Mogan, CEO, MBF Holdings

An open letter to Ninian Mogan, CEO, MBF Holdings

LETTER | Will you do justice for your estate workers at Padang Meha, Kedah?
Kit Siang welcomes RM10m suit, says ex-AG can explain 1MDB inactivity

Kit Siang welcomes RM10m suit, says ex-AG can explain 1MDB inactivity

Apandi is suing Lim for accusing the former attorney-general of "aiding and abetting" the 1MDB scandal.
MCA sets up independent observer group on exco's 'rape' case

MCA sets up independent observer group on exco's 'rape' case

Among others, the group's objective is to be the 'eyes of the people and international community'.
PAC using parliamentary language in GST report, says Lim

PAC using parliamentary language in GST report, says Lim

When asked about absence of the word 'stolen', finance minister says PAC is adhering to parliamentary convention. 
Sorry Anwar, we are not interested in gutter politics

Sorry Anwar, we are not interested in gutter politics

LETTER | Accomplishments in public service are more important to the people.
4,733 sessions? We only met CM once, says fishermen association

4,733 sessions? We only met CM once, says fishermen association

Its chairperson says his group met Chow Kon Yeow to submit a list of demands for ex-gratia payment.
Kit Siang should focus more on Harapan, less on Najib

Kit Siang should focus more on Harapan, less on Najib

LETTER | I would not be unduly troubled by what the opposition led by Najib is talking or doing.
MIC president: Waytha's new party will carve into Harapan's support, not ours

MIC president: Waytha's new party will carve into Harapan's support, not ours

But Vigneswaran concedes it is good there is now another party that represents the Indian people.
Sex video: Cops probing if S'gor assemblyperson involved

Sex video: Cops probing if S'gor assemblyperson involved

IGP also describes the probe as complex because it involves politicians, therefore it should not be rushed.
Hadi: PAS has 'no appetite' to join Harapan

Hadi: PAS has 'no appetite' to join Harapan

PAS president turns down Husam's offer for Islamist party to join government coalition.
'Disappointed' Bersih breaks embargo, reveals Sabah redelineation report

'Disappointed' Bersih breaks embargo, reveals Sabah redelineation report

Group says it was left with no choice after its call for the report to be made public went unheeded.
Aug 26 date for gov't's bid to jail activist Haris Ibrahim for sedition

Aug 26 date for gov't's bid to jail activist Haris Ibrahim for sedition

The prosecution is appealing against the substitution of his jail term with a fine.  
'Bin Abdullah' case: Federal Court to hear NRD appeal on Aug 16

'Bin Abdullah' case: Federal Court to hear NRD appeal on Aug 16

Lawyer Nizam Bashir says the panel will consist of five judges, instead of the seven originally set.
Five MACC oversight bodies to be reactivated

Five MACC oversight bodies to be reactivated

The oversight bodies expected to keep the commission's check and balance mechanics in full throttle.
Reezal wants minister to say 'No' to Penang reclamation project

Reezal wants minister to say 'No' to Penang reclamation project

Since Agricaulture Minister Salahuddin admits PSR project will impact the fishing community, Umno MP Reezal wants minister to protest against the project.
Wan Ji hopes to befriend prison warden who assaulted him

Wan Ji hopes to befriend prison warden who assaulted him

He says he has forgiven the man, supposedly a warden, who punched him three times.
Beng Hock Trust wants MACC officers suspended, probed for murder

Beng Hock Trust wants MACC officers suspended, probed for murder

'It has been a year since Harapan came into power, we really need to see some progress.'
Problem is not Waytha, but his boss Dr M – PSM on new 'Indian' party

Problem is not Waytha, but his boss Dr M – PSM on new 'Indian' party

Arutchelvan says Mahathir is the one who started the ball rolling with the formation of race-based Bersatu.
Najib claims 'vindicated' by PAC report

Najib claims 'vindicated' by PAC report

There was no robbery or misappropriation of the GST collection, says former prime minister.
DPM hails Nadma's role in handling of Kuala Koh crisis

DPM hails Nadma's role in handling of Kuala Koh crisis

UPDATED 3.49PM | PARLIAMENT | She adds that a postmortem will be carried out to improve the management of future disasters.
Ismail: Do not sideline students supporting the opposition

Ismail: Do not sideline students supporting the opposition

UPDATED 6PM | PARLIAMENT | New voters law could turn schools into tense environments, says opposition leader.

Police tightlipped on identities of sex video duo, Najib mocks 'big secret'

Police tightlipped on identities of sex video duo, Najib mocks 'big secret'

UPDATED 5PM | Police have received a report on their identities but says courts will decide on the matter.
Bahrain interested in Proton's X70: Redzuan

Bahrain interested in Proton's X70: Redzuan

Entrepreneur Development Minister Mohd Redzuan says he has conveyed Bahrain's interest to Proton and it is up to the company to pursue the matter.
'Where did the RM42m in Najib's accounts come from?'

'Where did the RM42m in Najib's accounts come from?'

Witness testimony raises a question on the origin of the funds.
Anwar nudges Home Ministry to probe Wan Ji's alleged beating in prison

Anwar nudges Home Ministry to probe Wan Ji's alleged beating in prison

'I believe Wan Ji is a credible person who won't make things up,' says PKR chief.
Seeking Johor MB's explanation a better option - Anwar on 'royal interference'

Seeking Johor MB's explanation a better option - Anwar on 'royal interference'

Anwar refers to Dr Mahathir's comment that the federal gov't will invalidate the Johor gov't's decision if there is royal interference.
Anwar: People want to know if sex video real, who circulated it

Anwar: People want to know if sex video real, who circulated it

He says there are many questions regarding the matter, but it is best for the police to answer them.
Dr M tables bill to lower voting age for second reading

Dr M tables bill to lower voting age for second reading

  UPDATED 3.30PM | He urges all the MPs to vote in support and create new history.
Treasury sec-gen: I’m on good terms with finance minister

Treasury sec-gen: I’m on good terms with finance minister

Despite differences in opinions, Ahmad Badri says media reports on his ties with Lim Guan Eng are misleading.
China says will freeze out US companies that sell Taiwan arms

China says will freeze out US companies that sell Taiwan arms

Threat issued after the US State Department approved sale of weapons requested by Taiwan last week.
Waytha launches Malaysian Advancement Party for Indian interests

Waytha launches Malaysian Advancement Party for Indian interests

UPDATED 1.50PM | Minister says he will step down as Hindraf chairperson.
Plugging leaks - gov't to amend OSA next year, says Hanipa

Plugging leaks - gov't to amend OSA next year, says Hanipa

UPDATED 4.34PM | In tandem with this, the government also plans to table a new FOI act.
PAC report confirms GST law was broken

PAC report confirms GST law was broken

MP SPEAKS | 'GST collections were not deposited directly into the Fund for GST Refunds, and this caused delays for more than a year.'
Bersatu is more of Najib's child, not mine – Kit Siang

Bersatu is more of Najib's child, not mine – Kit Siang

The DAP veteran also calls Najib a 'sucker' and wonders if he too should go to Tanjung Rambutan.
Movie producer surrenders '1MDB-linked' gifts from Najib's stepson

Movie producer surrenders '1MDB-linked' gifts from Najib's stepson

These include a vintage 'King Kong' poster and several luxury watches Joey McFarland received from Riza Aziz.
Police say probe into alleged Perak exco rape not biased

Police say probe into alleged Perak exco rape not biased

State police chief Razarudin Husain says investigations conducted according to law.
UMK study shows Kuala Koh rivers may be contaminated

UMK study shows Kuala Koh rivers may be contaminated

'We believe the source of the toxic substances is the nearby illegal manganese mine,' says senior lecturer. 
No person can be referred to as Permaisuri of Kelantan without palace announcement

No person can be referred to as Permaisuri of Kelantan without palace announcement

Similarly, with references to Raja Perempuan Kelantan, Sultanah Kelantan or the Queen of Kelantan.
Lynas M'sia achieves one year 'lost-time injury free'

Lynas M'sia achieves one year 'lost-time injury free'

Lost-time injury is an injury that results in time lost from work of one day or shift, or more.
Salahuddin wants Penang to compensate fishermen affected by PSR

Salahuddin wants Penang to compensate fishermen affected by PSR

PARLIAMENT | Agriculture minister says the state gov't has an obligation to protect its fishermen.
Directors' remuneration guidelines to be ready by year-end

Directors' remuneration guidelines to be ready by year-end

Guidelines to incorporate international practices, governance standards and well-balanced remuneration policy, says PM's economic adviser.
Seven districts in Klang Valley to face up to three-day water disruption

Seven districts in Klang Valley to face up to three-day water disruption

Gombak, Petaling, Kuala Lumpur, Klang, Kuala Selangor, Hulu Selangor and Kuala Langat will be affected.
Say 'yes' to the coalition of United Independents

Say 'yes' to the coalition of United Independents

LETTER | Malaysians must invest and indulge in searching for talents within us. 
Fishermen gather in mass protest outside Parliament

Fishermen gather in mass protest outside Parliament

More than 300 demonstrate against foreigners being licensed to fish in national waters.
Dr M: Get over your nationalistic pride, accept English

Dr M: Get over your nationalistic pride, accept English

PARLIAMENT | PM says science, mathematics, IT and AI were pioneered and explored in the English language.
Undersea earthquake causes brief panic in Bali

Undersea earthquake causes brief panic in Bali

No immediate reports of tsunami, damage or casualties from the 6.1 magnitude quake.
Penang PAS calls Anwar a hypocrite seeking publicity over fisherfolk meet

Penang PAS calls Anwar a hypocrite seeking publicity over fisherfolk meet

PAS leader Muhammad Fauzi says Anwar's interest in the issue only began after fisherfolks and NGOs held a protest rally in Parliament last week.
France's Macron pledges to relaunch Serbia-Kosovo dialogue

France's Macron pledges to relaunch Serbia-Kosovo dialogue

Serbia still considers Kosovo as part of its territory, and is blocking it from joining international organisations.
Red doctor at the helm of PSM - 'It's time to reach out'

Red doctor at the helm of PSM - 'It's time to reach out'

New chairperson Jeyakumar has taken the baton from Nasir, and keeps on running.
95,045 detained over drug-related offences, says NCID chief

95,045 detained over drug-related offences, says NCID chief

They were detained from Jan 1 to July 4 this year, of whom 14,497 were involved in drug trafficking.
HK leader says protesters in latest clashes can be called 'rioters'

HK leader says protesters in latest clashes can be called 'rioters'

With more protests expected in coming days and weeks, her comments risk raising tension.
Infantilisation of democracy begins with a youth fetish

Infantilisation of democracy begins with a youth fetish

COMMENT | Without due training, systematic exposure to politics and all issues, we might just create uncontrollable youths.
Trump administration erects another barrier to immigrants seeking US asylum

Trump administration erects another barrier to immigrants seeking US asylum

It requires immigrants to first pursue safe haven in a third country through which they had travelled on the way to US.
Miti: Top 50 bumiputera companies have export value of RM2.47b

Miti: Top 50 bumiputera companies have export value of RM2.47b

Darrell Leiking adds that these companies are focused on F&B, machinery, ICT, and electronics.
Stifling the Amman Message with a bomb threat

Stifling the Amman Message with a bomb threat

COMMENT | The bomb threat against the seminar suggests a degree of boldness that we have not witnessed before.
Najib defends spending RM3.36m on Swiss jewellery

Najib defends spending RM3.36m on Swiss jewellery

He says this was used on 'gifts' for foreign royalty 'which has good relations with our country'.
Free-flowing highways in 3 years with RFID at all toll plazas

Free-flowing highways in 3 years with RFID at all toll plazas

MAHCC is working with the gov't to implement the system as soon as possible.
Withdraw 'unacceptable threat' to Surendran, S'pore told

Withdraw 'unacceptable threat' to Surendran, S'pore told

LFL slams the republic's AG's Chambers for its note criticising the lawyer of M'sians on death row.
Day 38: Court cut short for Najib to attend Parliament

Day 38: Court cut short for Najib to attend Parliament

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-PM Najib Abdul Razak's SRC International trial.
Yoursay: Impose moratorium on sedition cases until act repealed

Yoursay: Impose moratorium on sedition cases until act repealed

YOURSAY | ‘Since AG cannot direct cabinet, the moratorium order must come from the latter.’
Yoursay: However one spins it, the diversion of GST refund money is illegal

Yoursay: However one spins it, the diversion of GST refund money is illegal

YOURSAY | ‘If no money was missing, why did the gov’t had to get a Petronas bailout?’
Five unsolved mysteries about Teoh Beng Hock’s death

Five unsolved mysteries about Teoh Beng Hock’s death

SPECIAL REPORT | It has been 10 years to this day that the political aide was found dead, after a probe by S'gor MACC.
How to solve a problem like Malaysia Airlines?

How to solve a problem like Malaysia Airlines?

COMMENT | Recent interests in taking over the airline indicates it may not be all bad.
Making a product of the past: Heritage, tourism and gentrification

Making a product of the past: Heritage, tourism and gentrification

COMMENT | The over-commercialisation of our heritage runs the risk of rendering it commodified and banalised.
GST refunds diverted but not lost, and 9 news from yesterday

GST refunds diverted but not lost, and 9 news from yesterday

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