Archive - 10 August 2019

Disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein found dead in apparent suicide

Disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein found dead in apparent suicide

His body was found on Saturday morning, say police.

Typhoon Lekima wreaks RM20m damage on schools, learning institutes

Typhoon Lekima wreaks RM20m damage on schools, learning institutes

Education Ministry says emergency funds will be disbursed for repairs.

Search radius for missing Nora Anne reduced by 2km

Search radius for missing Nora Anne reduced by 2km

This is because police believe the 15-year-old would not go far from the Dusun Resort.

Anti-Lynas activist believes police report meant to stop Aug 18 rally

Anti-Lynas activist believes police report meant to stop Aug 18 rally

He says it is sabotage and an attempt to frighten off participants.

Responsibility as PM this time three times heavier - Dr M

Responsibility as PM this time three times heavier - Dr M

This because he inherited a 'dirty' administration, he says.

Embrace deed of sacrifice for sake of unity - Wan Azizah

Embrace deed of sacrifice for sake of unity - Wan Azizah

This is to avoid a split and ensure the sanctity of Islam will be preserved, says the deputy prime minister.

Bernama to extend full cooperation for Finance Ministry probe

Bernama to extend full cooperation for Finance Ministry probe

This probe was ordered after irregularities surfaced in the agency's financial management.

Dong Zong insists khat lessons is Islamisation, starts petition

Dong Zong insists khat lessons is Islamisation, starts petition

Its chair says the calligraphy form was used to spread Islam.

Toyota Vellfire used by Hadi stolen

Toyota Vellfire used by Hadi stolen

A party member had loaned him the vehicle as a show of respect and love.

Ethnic Chin activist seeks to inspire with new book

Ethnic Chin activist seeks to inspire with new book

The biggest challenge for me was that my past was so painful, recounts James Bawi Thang Bik.

Kok: Only 42 percent of M'sian oil palm achieved MSPO certification

Kok: Only 42 percent of M'sian oil palm achieved MSPO certification

Difficult to counter flawed claims against palm oil until country reaches full MSPO certification, says minister.

12-month-old baby dies after alleged abuse by babysitter, hubby

12-month-old baby dies after alleged abuse by babysitter, hubby

She died of severe injuries to the head caused by a blunt object.

Plenty of controversies but comprehensive education reform still found wanting

Plenty of controversies but comprehensive education reform still found wanting

Maszlee and his ministry must get priorities right to ensure Malaysia doesn't fall behind in fourth industrial revolution.

Wee: Previous textbook only had introduction of various calligraphy

Wee: Previous textbook only had introduction of various calligraphy

MCA president accuses Kit Siang of trying to cover up PH blunder on khat issue by showing previous textbook.

Qurban delivery

Qurban delivery

Livestock are being delivered throughout the Klang Valley ahead of Aidiladha.
Despite booing over khat, Kit Siang emphasises need to overcome mutual fear

Despite booing over khat, Kit Siang emphasises need to overcome mutual fear

'All races are afraid of each other. We must have the confidence to build a great Malaysia together.'

Foraging elephant strikes fear into Orang Asli villagers

Foraging elephant strikes fear into Orang Asli villagers

Kampung Aring 5 folks afraid to leave their homes after bull elephant visits for past three nights.

Texas shooting suspect tells police he targeted 'Mexicans'

Texas shooting suspect tells police he targeted 'Mexicans'

Patrick Crusius has been charged with capital murder for killing 22 people.

S'gor exco willing to risk political career over unilateral conversion

S'gor exco willing to risk political career over unilateral conversion

Ganabatirau: My stand is crystal clear on the conversion issue.

China's third-largest typhoon on record hits east of country

China's third-largest typhoon on record hits east of country

A million people evacuated, hundreds of flights and dozens of train trips cancelled. 

Haze worsens: Miri hazardous, Klang unhealthy

Haze worsens: Miri hazardous, Klang unhealthy

The haze situation in the country is due to forest fires in Indonesia.

MOF grills Bernama CEO for agency's 'cash-strapped situation'

MOF grills Bernama CEO for agency's 'cash-strapped situation'

Guan Eng defends MOF's grant payments, launches probe into Bernama's 'mismanagement of funds'.

Asean countries must take firm stand on haze recurrence, says activist

Asean countries must take firm stand on haze recurrence, says activist

Lai Soon: Joint effort needed to create a regional treaty, which would make enforcement a serious matter.

Guan Eng stresses DAP not taking non-Malay voters for granted

Guan Eng stresses DAP not taking non-Malay voters for granted

Party facing pressure from non-Malay community over move to introduce khat lessons in schools.

At least 10 dead, dozens missing after landslide in southern Myanmar

At least 10 dead, dozens missing after landslide in southern Myanmar

Severe rain causes landslide which buries houses and buildings in Thaphyu Kone village.

Russia blast involved nuclear-powered missile, says US-based experts

Russia blast involved nuclear-powered missile, says US-based experts

A liquid rocket propellant explosion would not release radiation.
DBP clears the air over headquarters' roof demolition

DBP clears the air over headquarters' roof demolition

Demolition to be done on the advice from PWD due to safety concerns, says executive director.

Downturn to hit Hong Kong like a 'tsunami', warns city's leader

Downturn to hit Hong Kong like a 'tsunami', warns city's leader

Noah Sin, Clare Jim, Reuters
Thousands protest in Kashmir despite clampdown

Thousands protest in Kashmir despite clampdown

Indian police use tear gas and pellets against those protesting Delhi’s withdrawal of special rights for the region.

Stop foreign workers with contagious diseases

Stop foreign workers with contagious diseases

LETTER | Thousands of them have been diagnosed with tuberculosis and Hepatitis B.

Sarawak deforestation - ground visits crucial

Sarawak deforestation - ground visits crucial

LETTER | The response from the federal government appears to be limited.

Oil palm waste dump site in Pajam is illegal, says state exco

Oil palm waste dump site in Pajam is illegal, says state exco

Veerapan: Investigation paper opened against landowner and waste contractor.

Tricky being a vegan during Eid Adha

Tricky being a vegan during Eid Adha

LETTER | Regardless, I hope Muslim vegans do not shy away from speaking out.

Thunderstorm, heavy rain wreak havoc in northern states

Thunderstorm, heavy rain wreak havoc in northern states

Motorcyclist dies in Jitra after being hit by 'flying' zinc roof and run over by a car. 

Online scams spreading, consumers must be cautious

Online scams spreading, consumers must be cautious

LETTER | It is also time for the authorities to take a hard look at the current security measures.

DreamEdge too small, running on a loss, will need gov't help, claims Wee

DreamEdge too small, running on a loss, will need gov't help, claims Wee

UPDATED 9.30AM | MCA president slams Guan Eng over selection of anchor company with government links.

Pro-Lynas residents lodge police report against anti-Lynas activists

Pro-Lynas residents lodge police report against anti-Lynas activists

Gov't expected to announce status of Lynas' license renewal by the middle of August.

Unilateral conversions - a Muslim's personal view

Unilateral conversions - a Muslim's personal view

LETTER |  I would like to believe people bear children because of their love for each other.

DAP rep wants Education Ministry to explain 'confusing' khat option

DAP rep wants Education Ministry to explain 'confusing' khat option

'Are teachers given option to teach or not to teach, or option in manner of implementation?', asks Chang.

Zakir sings praises about Mahathir during Kota Bharu ceramah

Zakir sings praises about Mahathir during Kota Bharu ceramah

Controversial preacher commends PM for standing up for Islam against superpowers like the US and UK.

The solution to racism in Malaysia

The solution to racism in Malaysia

COMMENT | Racism is so ingrained in our society because of our political system - and our politicians.

Here is why some people are Islamophobic

Here is why some people are Islamophobic

COMMENT | I would argue that these 'phobias' are a self-defence mechanism. 

Kit Siang jeered over khat issue and 7 other things that happened yesterday

Kit Siang jeered over khat issue and 7 other things that happened yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
Yoursay: It’s not about khat, it’s about learning frivolous subjects

Yoursay: It’s not about khat, it’s about learning frivolous subjects

YOURSAY | ‘Mastering khat is a talent, and should be left to those interested to learn it.’
Angered by khat issue, Kit Siang's Johor constituents heckle him

Angered by khat issue, Kit Siang's Johor constituents heckle him

DAP veteran comes in for rough treatment by to Iskandar Puteri residents.