Archive - 18 August 2019

Nora Anne case: Gov't confident in M'sian pathologists

Nora Anne case: Gov't confident in M'sian pathologists

This follows a report stating that the family may request a second postmortem.

Army duo missing 29 days: Minister says new signs needed to intensify search

Army duo missing 29 days: Minister says new signs needed to intensify search

Mat Sabu says the army needed to comply with SOP pertaining to the search for missing personnel.
Oil palm smallholders urged to seize MPSO incentives

Oil palm smallholders urged to seize MPSO incentives

Teresa Kok says only 47 percent of plantations have obtained the certification thus far.

Zahid gives blessing to S'gor Umno to seek Ng's sacking as speaker

Zahid gives blessing to S'gor Umno to seek Ng's sacking as speaker

Umno chief accuses Suee Lim of disrespecting Islamic affairs when he abruptly ended the state assembly sitting.
Gov't 'very cautious' in approving licence for Lynas

Gov't 'very cautious' in approving licence for Lynas

Conditions imposed were to reduce the risk of exposure to radioactive materials, says Prof Mazlin Mokhtar.
Will Najib's 1MDB trial commence tomorrow?

Will Najib's 1MDB trial commence tomorrow?

It will depend on judge’s discretion, as the prosecution in SRC case is expected to seek a postponement.
No water for 9 days in Felda settlement near Pekan

No water for 9 days in Felda settlement near Pekan

UPDATED 9.50PM | No advance notice, no visit from MP or state reps, says resident.

Malaysia's Sikh pipe band emerged champion in Scotland

Malaysia's Sikh pipe band emerged champion in Scotland

The band is named champs of Grade 4B at the World Pipe Band Championship.
Respect Harapan consensus on PM's post, Anwar tells PKR MP

Respect Harapan consensus on PM's post, Anwar tells PKR MP

He was responding to Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim's call for Dr Mahathir to step down as prime minister.

Anwar: We shouldn't pander to racial, religious sentiments

Anwar: We shouldn't pander to racial, religious sentiments

He says PKR's formal stance on Zakir will only be made after its political bureau meeting on Wednesday.

PM: Zakir Naik has ventured into 'racial politics', not following PR terms

PM: Zakir Naik has ventured into 'racial politics', not following PR terms

The PM says any action taken against Zakir will be in accordance with the law.

Dr M vents frustration over claims that Harapan is like BN

Dr M vents frustration over claims that Harapan is like BN

'Is it true? Did we borrow RM42 billion? Did we have our own 1MDB? Did I steal money? Did I bribe people?'                                    
Mahathir likens protests against Lynas to Penang bridge objections

Mahathir likens protests against Lynas to Penang bridge objections

The government's decision was a choice between popular view and that of experts, adds PM.

Mastering Bahasa Malaysia a bigger priority than Jawi khat - Anwar

Mastering Bahasa Malaysia a bigger priority than Jawi khat - Anwar

Anwar, however, added that he did not disagree with the Education Ministry's revised plan on khat.

S'wak Amanah faces big task to change 'peninsular party' perception

S'wak Amanah faces big task to change 'peninsular party' perception

Its president says that it is a national party representing everyone at the national and state levels.

PAS' ex-MP defends presence at federal events, cites 'mature politics'

PAS' ex-MP defends presence at federal events, cites 'mature politics'

Former Kubang Kerian MP Ahmad Baihaki Atiqullah says political maturity means people must continue to connect despite political differences.

Mahathir takes Sunday drive in new Proton Saga

Mahathir takes Sunday drive in new Proton Saga

The PM drives around the city after being briefed on the Proton's latest model.

GDP growth indication of economic recovery - deputy minister

GDP growth indication of economic recovery - deputy minister

Malaysia's second-quarter growth exceeded the forecast of most economists.

Amanah expects Dr M to hand over reins to Anwar

Amanah expects Dr M to hand over reins to Anwar

The agreement between four Harapan parties stands and Amanah vows to uphold it.

Rally not violating law, says 'anti-Lynas exercise session' organiser

Rally not violating law, says 'anti-Lynas exercise session' organiser

The organiser says it applied to hold the rally with Kuantan Municipal Council three weeks ago.

PAS' non-Muslim wing urges Zakir watch his words

PAS' non-Muslim wing urges Zakir watch his words

It doesn't want the preacher to talk about other religions or loyalties of Malaysia's non-Muslims.

Immigration Dept denies unjust treatment of Namibian envoy's nephews

Immigration Dept denies unjust treatment of Namibian envoy's nephews

Yesterday, Namibia High Commissioner Anne Namakau Mutelo claimed that her nephews were detained by an Immigration officer for three hours at KLIA.

Preventing spur-of-the-moment crime

Preventing spur-of-the-moment crime

Succumbing to anger that results in spur-of-the-moment crimes can lead to serious consequences.

Foreign selling of local equities likely to persist in near-term - Economist

Foreign selling of local equities likely to persist in near-term - Economist

The selling is driven in part by weak global sentiments as well as US-China trade tensions.

Police to call up anti-Lynas rally organisers

Police to call up anti-Lynas rally organisers

Police says the rally has breached the provisions of the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012.

Foreign preachers must understand Malaysia's racial sensitivities - Mujahid

Foreign preachers must understand Malaysia's racial sensitivities - Mujahid

These preachers must take responsibility if they raise conflict and disharmony as a result of their talks.

King begins three-day state visit to Brunei

King begins three-day state visit to Brunei

The visit is aimed at further boosting ties between Malaysia and Brunei.
Azmin ticks off Pasir Gudang MP for asking PM to step down

Azmin ticks off Pasir Gudang MP for asking PM to step down

He says the PKR leadership strongly supports Dr Mahathir to continue his leadership as prime minister.

Afghan wedding suicide blast kills 63, wounds 182

Afghan wedding suicide blast kills 63, wounds 182

The Taliban denoes responsibility for the blast at a Kabul wedding hall, in a minority Shi’ite neighborhood.

M'sians told to press MPs to state stand on Lynas

M'sians told to press MPs to state stand on Lynas

UPDATED 1.55PM | MP Wong Tack says there is a need to name and shame cabinet members who agreed to the issuance of the license.

NGOs mull legal action to stop temporary operating licence to Lynas

NGOs mull legal action to stop temporary operating licence to Lynas

The group's lawyer says his client is considering a judicial review to quash the government's decision.

Kedah too won't let Zakir speak, no ban in Perak

Kedah too won't let Zakir speak, no ban in Perak

Zakir is free to enter Kedah, but cannot speak at public events. 

UK faces food, fuel and drugs shortages in no-deal Brexit: Times

UK faces food, fuel and drugs shortages in no-deal Brexit: Times

Trucks using the main channel crossings “may not be ready” for French customs, meaning disruption up to three months.

Paid internship will call more valuable young talents into public sector

Paid internship will call more valuable young talents into public sector

LETTER | There is a belief that a student can only have a bright professional career by undergoing an internship in the private sector.

Malaysian should continue to support newspapers - Bernama chairperson

Malaysian should continue to support newspapers - Bernama chairperson

He says the media industry is facing a challenging time, in part due to the rise of information technology.

'May God ruin Trump', Rashida's grandmother says

'May God ruin Trump', Rashida's grandmother says

Tlaib is the grandmother of US congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, who was initially barred from entering Israel.

Taliban say killing of leader's brother will not derail US talks

Taliban say killing of leader's brother will not derail US talks

There is no claim of responsibility for the bomb that killed the younger brother of Taliban leader Haibatullah Akhundzada.

Two Harapan MPs among 500 protesters against Lynas

Two Harapan MPs among 500 protesters against Lynas

Environmentalists at the beachside protest are against the government decision to extend Lynas' operating permit.

Umno senator raps DAP over MCMC's new hotline

Umno senator raps DAP over MCMC's new hotline

Senator Khairul Azwan Harun says this is undemocratic and policing freedom of speech.

Brouhaha over khat reveals the depth of mutual suspicion in Malaysia

Brouhaha over khat reveals the depth of mutual suspicion in Malaysia

COMMENT | Non-Muslims need middle-ground Muslims to achieve any real change in this country.

A Malay Child of Merdeka

A Malay Child of Merdeka

COMMENT | "Think Malaysian – we do not have anything to lose except our mental chains."

Rafidah on young armchair critics and 7 other things which happened yesterday

Rafidah on young armchair critics and 7 other things which happened yesterday

  KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

Yoursay: Is it necessary for M’sia to produce a third national car?

Yoursay: Is it necessary for M’sia to produce a third national car?

YOURSAY | ‘The plans and details unveiled for the new national car doesn’t inspire confidence.’