Archive - 30 July 2019

Dozens of homes, shops razed in Kinabatangan fire

Dozens of homes, shops razed in Kinabatangan fire

The distance between Kg Pinangah and the nearest fire station is 173km.

'It's a party matter' - Azmin shoots back on absenteeism

'It's a party matter' - Azmin shoots back on absenteeism

'What has this got to do with Malaysiakini? This is a matter of party management,' he says.

Even Mahathir has time for party matters, reminds Wan Azizah

Even Mahathir has time for party matters, reminds Wan Azizah

'We rise because of the party. So it's good that we strengthen our own party,' she says.

Turkey keen on helping M'sia develop defence industry, says Mat Sabu

Turkey keen on helping M'sia develop defence industry, says Mat Sabu

Defence minister adds that M'sia is considering buying Turkish UAVs and military transport devices.

China says most people in Xinjiang camps have 'returned to society'

China says most people in Xinjiang camps have 'returned to society'

The region's vice-chairperson declines to state how many have been held in recent years, however.

Teresa Kok leads investment mission to India

Teresa Kok leads investment mission to India

The five-day mission will explore trade issues and investment opportunities, particularly in palm oil and rubber.

Climate activist Thunberg to sail to UN summit in NY from Britain

Climate activist Thunberg to sail to UN summit in NY from Britain

The teenager says she has been offered a ride on a racing boat called the Malizia II.

'Deep state' the important reason why reforms slow

'Deep state' the important reason why reforms slow

MP SPEAKS | The battle can only be won if the deep state is convinced that the Harapan government is stable.

'Datuk' arrested for allegedly groping three jobseekers

'Datuk' arrested for allegedly groping three jobseekers

The 65-year-old company manager was picked up in Ipoh earlier today.

13-year-old among 17 detained in anti-drug ops in Sarawak

13-year-old among 17 detained in anti-drug ops in Sarawak

Nada raided suspected hotspots in oil palm plantations in Kota Samarahan and Asajaya during 'Ops Perdana'.

A total of 67 factories operating without licence in Pasir Gudang

A total of 67 factories operating without licence in Pasir Gudang

This was discovered during the integrated operations by various agencies.

PM receives courtesy call from crown prince of Abu Dhabi

PM receives courtesy call from crown prince of Abu Dhabi

Sheikh Mohamed Zayed Al Nahyan is in M'sia for the installation of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

Santhara downplays Azmin losing his position due to absenteeism

Santhara downplays Azmin losing his position due to absenteeism

PKR lawmaker says party secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution is acting 'above his paycheque'.

DAP man convinced NGO is 'anti-Penang' based on track record

DAP man convinced NGO is 'anti-Penang' based on track record

Joshua Woo says Penang Forum often opposes development in the state 'for the sake of opposing.'

Cops probing FB page on 'forensic report in exco's rape case missing' claim

Cops probing FB page on 'forensic report in exco's rape case missing' claim

The '1Malaysia Tolak DAP' Facebook page had published a statement by Wanita MCA chief Heng Seai Kie.

Umno president: Money will come when we're stronger and closer to GE15

Umno president: Money will come when we're stronger and closer to GE15

'When the election arrives, I am confident that people will sympathise with Umno's predicament,' says Zahid.

Harapan told to educate state leaders on commitment to Orang Asli rights

Harapan told to educate state leaders on commitment to Orang Asli rights

Every state seems to have its own understanding, says former Suhakam commissioner Sha’ani Abdullah.

Police doubling efforts in Indira case long overdue, says Kit Siang

Police doubling efforts in Indira case long overdue, says Kit Siang

DAP veteran says M Indira Gandhi case a major blot on police professionalism.

There is legal precedent in Perak recognising Orang Asli land, COAC tells MB

There is legal precedent in Perak recognising Orang Asli land, COAC tells MB

UPDATED 9.23PM | Colin Nicholas points out that the Ipoh High Court recognised Orang Asli land in a 2015 ruling,

Sustainability - who owns the yardstick?

Sustainability - who owns the yardstick?

LETTER | The question I would like to ask is, where would we be without mining?

'Where's the RM70m?' - MIC asks Waytha, Guan Eng to 'open their mouths'

'Where's the RM70m?' - MIC asks Waytha, Guan Eng to 'open their mouths'

MIC claims the funds will be frozen or inaccessible if they are not spent by the end of the year.

Ezam: Meaningless for desperate leader to show support for PM

Ezam: Meaningless for desperate leader to show support for PM

In a veiled salvo at Azmin, he says such support must be based on honesty.

Police hunting man suspected of raping 13-year-old daughter

Police hunting man suspected of raping 13-year-old daughter

The man has been allegedly raping his daughter for the past six years.

Consider better alternatives to extracting groundwater

Consider better alternatives to extracting groundwater

LETTER | There are other cheaper and less destructive means of meeting Malaysia's water needs.

Telekom Malaysia must improve broadband speed

Telekom Malaysia must improve broadband speed

LETTER | The price reduction offer will only make sense broadband speed is improved.

Multiple holes in IPCMC bill

Multiple holes in IPCMC bill

COMMENT | It is a watered-down version which gives no powers to IPCMC to investigate serious offences.

UN report says almost 4,000 Afghans killed or wounded in first six months of 2019

UN report says almost 4,000 Afghans killed or wounded in first six months of 2019

The numbers include casualties caused by government and Nato-led troops.

Do politicians enjoy special privileges in alleged rape cases?

Do politicians enjoy special privileges in alleged rape cases?

LETTER | Wafiq has been following news reports of Perak exco Paul Yong's alleged rape case with many worries.

Newly-installed Agong cautions against undermining, destroying harmony

Newly-installed Agong cautions against undermining, destroying harmony

Sultan Abdullah says that unity and harmony are the pillars and strength of the nation.

MMU reverses fee hike for existing students after 1,000-strong protest

MMU reverses fee hike for existing students after 1,000-strong protest

This after engaging the Students’ Representative Council in negotiations.

Khazanah, Temasek to sell part of joint Singapore property for S$1.58b

Khazanah, Temasek to sell part of joint Singapore property for S$1.58b

The sale by joint venture company M+S Pte Ltd includes DUO Tower and DUO Galleria.

Dr M says gov't to redouble economic efforts in Agong installation speech

Dr M says gov't to redouble economic efforts in Agong installation speech

The prime minister says the Pakatan Harapan gov't will continue to implement policies for the wellbeing of all Malaysians.

An inclusive history curriculum instils a sense of pride to be Malaysians

An inclusive history curriculum instils a sense of pride to be Malaysians

'We must not deny or suppress the reality of our rich multi-religious and multi-cultural heritage.'

Teach our students to manage cultural differences wisely

Teach our students to manage cultural differences wisely

COMMENT | At present, I don't see the Education Ministry mandating cross-cultural training for teachers.

Artist highlights Penang's environmental issues through dance

Artist highlights Penang's environmental issues through dance

Aida Redza once again captivates her audience by being the voice of Mother Earth.

Turning point for E&E industry in Malaysia?

Turning point for E&E industry in Malaysia?

The US-China trade war creates a unique window of opportunity for the electrical and electronics industry to expand.

More than enough time has passed for sex video investigation - Hassan Karim

More than enough time has passed for sex video investigation - Hassan Karim

Pasir Gudang MP says rule of law must be applied swiftly and justly.

Saifuddin leads M'sian delegation to Asean ministers' meet in Bangkok

Saifuddin leads M'sian delegation to Asean ministers' meet in Bangkok

Wisma Putra: Foreign ministers will discuss matters relating to regional and international issues of common interest.

King's installation begins with royal salute

King's installation begins with royal salute

The royal salute was accorded by the guard of honour drawn from members of the Royal Malay Regiment.

Azumu would not be Perak MB without Orang Asli votes

Azumu would not be Perak MB without Orang Asli votes

LETTER | MB shows zero knowledge on recognition of Orang Asli’s right to their native customary lands by Malaysian supreme courts.

The Prangin Canal revitalisation that could have been

The Prangin Canal revitalisation that could have been

LETTER | Pond and parallel culvert plan is a poor substitute for original proposal.

Gov't not just careful with Zakir's extradition request, but all others

Gov't not just careful with Zakir's extradition request, but all others

Foreign Minister Saifuddin Abdullah says all requests are scrutinised on a case-by-case basis.

Indian poor need direct assistance from the government

Indian poor need direct assistance from the government

ADUN SPEAKS | Organisations tasked to help the poor often take a large portion of the aid for their own use.

Lies! - Umno leaders deny reports of 50-50 seat-sharing deal with PAS

Lies! - Umno leaders deny reports of 50-50 seat-sharing deal with PAS

Seat allocations have not even been discussed yet, says Khaled Nordin.
Death toll in Brazil prison massacre rises to 57 with over a dozen decapitated

Death toll in Brazil prison massacre rises to 57 with over a dozen decapitated

Bloody clash erupts between two gangs incarcerated in the northern city of Altamira.

Attack on Yemen market kills more than 10, warring parties trade blame

Attack on Yemen market kills more than 10, warring parties trade blame

The Saudi-backed Yemeni government said the Houthis had fired Katyusha rockets on the market.

Saifuddin Abdullah: The 'deep state' is trying to undermine Harapan gov't

Saifuddin Abdullah: The 'deep state' is trying to undermine Harapan gov't

The deep state refers to a "state within a state" pursuing its agenda outside of the national political leadership.

Father often reminds me to be humble, courteous - Tengku Hassanal

Father often reminds me to be humble, courteous - Tengku Hassanal

'We must behave as such because we are all god’s creations.'

Sultan Abdullah to be installed as 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong today

Sultan Abdullah to be installed as 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong today

The installation ceremony will formally mark the beginning of his five-year reign.

Kedah gov't seizes illegal dumpsite near Sungai Petani

Kedah gov't seizes illegal dumpsite near Sungai Petani

The waste is believed to have been contaminating Sungai Muda since 2008.

Over RM14 million spent on Dr M's 22 overseas trips in past year

Over RM14 million spent on Dr M's 22 overseas trips in past year

This amount includes gov't officials who joined the PM's trips as approved by the cabinet.
Gov't has recovered RM925.1m of misappropriated 1MDB funds so far

Gov't has recovered RM925.1m of misappropriated 1MDB funds so far

The figure of RM925.1 million also includes the RM6.1 million returned to Yayasan 1MDB

Yoursay: Azmin joining Gerakan is too far-fetched an idea

Yoursay: Azmin joining Gerakan is too far-fetched an idea

YOURSAY | 'If Azmin leaves PKR, it will be for greener pastures and not for a sinking, leaking ship.'
Azmin absent from meetings since November, and 9 news from yesterday

Azmin absent from meetings since November, and 9 news from yesterday

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