Archive - 25 July 2019

Gerakan veep: We'll rise again with Azmin if rumours are true

Gerakan veep: We'll rise again with Azmin if rumours are true

Former BN party will 'welcome' the PKR deputy president if he decides to join them.

Ridiculous to continue delaying judiciary RCI - Haniff Khatri

Ridiculous to continue delaying judiciary RCI - Haniff Khatri

Lawyer raps the gov't for waiting to see if Yong files an appeal after failing in High Court.

Dungun MP injured in struggle after being robbed of RM26k

Dungun MP injured in struggle after being robbed of RM26k

Wan Hasan had just withdrawn the money to buy cows for Hari Raya Aidiladha.

Lawyer: Income tax demand will bankrupt Najib, disqualify him as MP

Lawyer: Income tax demand will bankrupt Najib, disqualify him as MP

Najib to file application for a stay of proceedings of IRB's lawsuit, which seeks RM1.69b in income tax.

Two men held over Sungai Selangor diesel pollution

Two men held over Sungai Selangor diesel pollution

A pontoon operator and his worker are detained to help the investigation, says S'gor police chief.

Unhappiness over new Malacca PKR chief sees 18 quit party

Unhappiness over new Malacca PKR chief sees 18 quit party

Those who quit claimed that certain people linked to Halim are given up to seven positions.

Aide: 'People who always lose to Azmin' behind quit rumour

Aide: 'People who always lose to Azmin' behind quit rumour

Hilman comments amid speculations that the PKR deputy president is planning a move to another party. 

Pua: Guan Eng's statement on S'wak schools based on agreed terms, no malice

Pua: Guan Eng's statement on S'wak schools based on agreed terms, no malice

Pua responds to accusations that Lim was arrogant for attaching conditions on repairing S'wak's dilapidated schools.

Anwar impressed with Chow's willingness to review PSR project

Anwar impressed with Chow's willingness to review PSR project

'It isn't always a chief minister is willing to be open and negotiate with others on a state project.'

Stop selling 'ghost smoke' candy, minister Saifuddin warns retailers

Stop selling 'ghost smoke' candy, minister Saifuddin warns retailers

The candy produces a smoke-like vapour and is mostly sold near school areas.

Gov't to decide on judiciary RCI after Yong's appeal deadline lapses

Gov't to decide on judiciary RCI after Yong's appeal deadline lapses

Ex-Sabah CM has 30 days to file an appeal at the Court of Appeal, says Liew.

Senate passes constitutional bill to lower voting age - barely

Senate passes constitutional bill to lower voting age - barely

UPDATED 7.29PM | It squeezes through by just two votes.

MP: Buck up on social media, youth policies or risk Undi 18 backfiring

MP: Buck up on social media, youth policies or risk Undi 18 backfiring

Charles Santiago hopes Harapan can recapture the online space and deliver results to the youth.

Hurry, your chance to win RM10k is running out!

Hurry, your chance to win RM10k is running out!

Shoot a 90-second video with just your handphone and win RM10,000!

Death penalty protesters at S'pore High Com claim Malaysians a target

Death penalty protesters at S'pore High Com claim Malaysians a target

LFL claims Malaysian lawyers not allowed to meet their death row clients.

Anwar says supports Penang gov't seeking federal funding for PSR

Anwar says supports Penang gov't seeking federal funding for PSR

CM Chow says if the state can acquire federal funding, it may review the scale of the project.

Sabah to take in 750 interim teachers to address shortage

Sabah to take in 750 interim teachers to address shortage

Those with first degrees and yet to start working, could apply, says state Education Director.

Aussies relocate 30,000 animals before building new gas plant

Aussies relocate 30,000 animals before building new gas plant

Frogs, snakes, lizards, mice, and geckos were among the species carefully removed over a period of almost seven years.

Zahid: 'Indebted' Anwar needs DAP for his goal, sees them as always right

Zahid: 'Indebted' Anwar needs DAP for his goal, sees them as always right

He also denies that Umno is racist, and accuses those who think otherwise of being ungrateful.

Khat art in Bahasa Malaysia curriculum not related to Jawi scripts

Khat art in Bahasa Malaysia curriculum not related to Jawi scripts

The Education Ministry says khat art was introduced to train students to write beautifully.

Penang PKR divisions pledge allegiance to Anwar

Penang PKR divisions pledge allegiance to Anwar

UPDATED | This follows a similar move by the party's national leaders, as well as those in Perak and Johor.

Indira claims Zakir Naik supporters helping ex-husband hide daughter

Indira claims Zakir Naik supporters helping ex-husband hide daughter

She also alleges involvement of PAS-friendly NGOs and southern Thailand separatists in her police report.

Fifty years is too long to harbour fear of DAP, Zaid tells Malays

Fifty years is too long to harbour fear of DAP, Zaid tells Malays

Ex-minister responds to Zahid saying Umno-PAS alliance will not open the door to DAP-friendly parties.

The dangers of Brexit, Iran and Boris Johnson to M’sia

The dangers of Brexit, Iran and Boris Johnson to M’sia

COMMENT | 'M'sia cannot gain from a world in turmoil.'

EC apologises for food poisoning incident at polytechnic

EC apologises for food poisoning incident at polytechnic

It had conducted an education programme on the electoral process for the students.

Previous Syabas management left behind a ‘mess’ - Span chairperson

Previous Syabas management left behind a ‘mess’ - Span chairperson

Charles Santiago explains the frequent maintenance works, upgrades and water cuts in Klang Valley.

Jho Low, Nik Faisal told me to conceal Najib's name, says witness

Jho Low, Nik Faisal told me to conceal Najib's name, says witness

Low also instructed former AmBank relationship manager Joanna Yu to delete her Blackberry Messenger chats.

Lynas confident on licence renewal as expiry looms

Lynas confident on licence renewal as expiry looms

The company's Malaysia managing director says it complies with every law, and auditors from the Atomic Energy Licensing Board are "very satisfied".

Three Temiar villagers released after two days in lockup

Three Temiar villagers released after two days in lockup

They were reunited with their families who had been keeping vigil outside the police station.

Young girl left in grandfather's car dies

Young girl left in grandfather's car dies

The two-year-old apparently died of heatstroke and police are investigating the case under the Child Act 2001.

Suspended Johor Bersatu Youth chief sides with palace over Saddiq

Suspended Johor Bersatu Youth chief sides with palace over Saddiq

I am no longer willing to keep quiet when Bersatu Youth's direction is not focused, says Norul Haszarul.

Najib's family wants breakdown, examination of seized items

Najib's family wants breakdown, examination of seized items

Ex-PM says the description of 'various brands' used was vague and unclear.
Cops urged to probe viral 'removing condom during sex' case

Cops urged to probe viral 'removing condom during sex' case

Lawyer says 'stealthing' case should be investigated by the police instead of being passed to Jais.

Indonesia pardons woman jailed after reporting sexual harassment

Indonesia pardons woman jailed after reporting sexual harassment

Baiq Nuril Maknun was jailed after recording lewd phone calls from her boss.

Disciplinary board to seek explanation from S'gor MB, Anwar's aide

Disciplinary board to seek explanation from S'gor MB, Anwar's aide

The pair and several other individuals will receive letters 'reminding' them to watch their words and actions.

Senator wants answers over lower number of Indian students for matriculation

Senator wants answers over lower number of Indian students for matriculation

 Is this due to a lower number of applicants or a cabinet decision? The latter constitutes racism, says T Mohan.

Tabung Haji 1H 2019 net profit increases to RM815 million

Tabung Haji 1H 2019 net profit increases to RM815 million

During the same period, TH achieved RM1.3 billion in revenue.

Health minister thinks bubble tea is too sweet for kids

Health minister thinks bubble tea is too sweet for kids

Health Minister says the sugar in the drinks is excessive and way beyond the recommended daily intake.

Lynas does not consider the environment and health of Malaysians

Lynas does not consider the environment and health of Malaysians

LETTER | Lynas merely stacks up its wastes higher and higher by its plant in a flood prone, low-lying peat swamp.

Minister puzzled over claim pigeon droppings caused students' respiratory woes

Minister puzzled over claim pigeon droppings caused students' respiratory woes

Dzulkefly Ahmad says the Health Ministry will stick to its own analysis.

Forensics team to conclude probe into Orang Asli deaths

Forensics team to conclude probe into Orang Asli deaths

UPDATED 2.20PM | A 'mysterious disease' is said to have caused the deaths of the Bateq tribe members.

Liew: Minister's aide bought luxury watch, wasn't a gift

Liew: Minister's aide bought luxury watch, wasn't a gift

PARLIAMENT | De facto law minister explains the reason for MACC freeing the political secretary.

Umno and PAS to ink cooperation charter on Sept 14

Umno and PAS to ink cooperation charter on Sept 14

The signing ceremony will take place at the Putra World Trade Centre.

US warship sails through strategic Taiwan Strait amid China tension

US warship sails through strategic Taiwan Strait amid China tension

The 'freedom-of-navigation' exercise comes just a day after China warned of war against those who attempt to separate Taiwan from the country.

Immigration replacing MyIMMs system to avoid foreign work quota fraud

Immigration replacing MyIMMs system to avoid foreign work quota fraud

Department calls for open tender with a vendor to be appointed by January 2020.

Cooking is her life, and palm oil her companion

Cooking is her life, and palm oil her companion

Palm oil plays a large role in the life of TV chef and cookbook author Azian.

Elderly couple found dead with stab wounds in a house fire

Elderly couple found dead with stab wounds in a house fire

Negeri police chief Mohamad Mat Yusop says the couple had been living in the house for 10 years.

Six more RTD enforcement personnel to be charged today

Six more RTD enforcement personnel to be charged today

They are among 18 officers being charged for allegedly receiving bribes from transport firm director.

Cops hunting armed robbery suspects in Bandar Saujana Putra

Cops hunting armed robbery suspects in Bandar Saujana Putra

This comes after the CCTV footage of the robbery went viral on social media this morning.

We stand with the pro-democracy defenders of Hong Kong

We stand with the pro-democracy defenders of Hong Kong

LETTER | The Malaysian Academic Movement is also in solidarity with the Hong Kong Professional Teachers’ Union.

Medical graduates must register with MMC before applying for housemanship

Medical graduates must register with MMC before applying for housemanship

MMC president Noor Hisham Abdullah says this is in line with the Medical Act 1971.

Trump declares victory despite Mueller saying he was not exonerated

Trump declares victory despite Mueller saying he was not exonerated

US president says the special counsel 'ruined people's lives' and was part of an attempted 'illegal overthrow.'

Bumiputera contactors must be responsive to change: Baru

Bumiputera contactors must be responsive to change: Baru

Works minister also says they must diversify so as not to depend solely on the construction sector.

North Korea fires missiles in new test, fresh nuclear talks in doubt

North Korea fires missiles in new test, fresh nuclear talks in doubt

A South Korean Defence Ministry official said the missile flew 430km before falling into the East Sea.

Police waiting on MACC report on release of undocumented migrants

Police waiting on MACC report on release of undocumented migrants

'We still do not know whether they are involved in corruption,' says state police chief Noor Azam Jamaludin.

Economists expect US Fed to cut rates for first time in a decade

Economists expect US Fed to cut rates for first time in a decade

A Reuters poll of 111 economists found that over 95 percent expect a 25 basis point cut this month.

Statistics Dept's trial online population census commences

Statistics Dept's trial online population census commences

This is to prepare for the country's 2020 Population and Housing Census.

ECRL to be relaunched today

ECRL to be relaunched today

Anthony Loke previously said local firms would have larger function and scope in the relaunched project.

55 Penang polytechnic students rushed to hospital

55 Penang polytechnic students rushed to hospital

They are believed to have suffered from food poisoning at a voters’ briefing programme.

IGP's remarks on AGC deciding Azmin's arrest clarified

IGP's remarks on AGC deciding Azmin's arrest clarified

Recording shows Hamid saying that Azmin's statement was taken, not that AGC would decide on minister's arrest. 

Thanks again, Zahid, for the latest explanation on 'klepto-theocracy'

Thanks again, Zahid, for the latest explanation on 'klepto-theocracy'

MP SPEAKS | This is the political alliance that misuses Islam to support thievery, corruption and intolerance.

Facebook to pay US$5b over Cambridge Analytica privacy breach

Facebook to pay US$5b over Cambridge Analytica privacy breach

Several US lawmakers criticise the fine, saying Facebook should have been taken to court.

Day 44: Trial adjourned for defence to study Yu's chat logs

Day 44: Trial adjourned for defence to study Yu's chat logs

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's SRC International trial.

The farce that is the Proton X70

The farce that is the Proton X70

COMMENT | The beneficiaries of this deception are Mahathir crony Syed Mokhtar Albukhary and China's Geely.

Gua Musang and the Sound of Silence

Gua Musang and the Sound of Silence

Despite representing Gua Musang since 1974, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah has been keeping mum about the living conditions of the Orang Asli.

After 14 years, finally a bill to set up the IPCMC

After 14 years, finally a bill to set up the IPCMC

COMMENT | The biggest difference between the proposed IPCMC and the current EAIC are the disciplinary powers.

Yoursay: Let the truth prevail with Adib inquest verdict

Yoursay: Let the truth prevail with Adib inquest verdict

YOURSAY | 'Can't please everyone, so let the coroner not be influenced by anything other than the truth.'

Yoursay: How on earth can mining be 'sustainable'?

Yoursay: How on earth can mining be 'sustainable'?

YOURSAY | ‘Wong Tack is right to call the bluff of the natural resources minister.'

Farhash claims cops told him CCTV footage deleted, and 8 news from yesterday

Farhash claims cops told him CCTV footage deleted, and 8 news from yesterday

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

Dewan Negara passes Youth Bill to lower age cap to 30

Dewan Negara passes Youth Bill to lower age cap to 30

The bill was passed after 14 senators took part in the debate session.