Archive - 22 August 2019

Transport Ministry given a month to submit bike taxi proposal

Transport Ministry given a month to submit bike taxi proposal

Anthony Loke also stresses that no application has been submitted by Gojek.

Malaysia, Indonesia discuss cross-border security

Malaysia, Indonesia discuss cross-border security

Malindo HLC co-chaired by armed forces chief Zulkifli Zainal Abidin.

Perak MB asks Paul Yong to take leave of absence

Perak MB asks Paul Yong to take leave of absence

The exco is set to be charged with rape at the Ipoh Sessions Court tomorrow.

Proposal to lengthen, widen Johor Causeway to be fine-tuned

Proposal to lengthen, widen Johor Causeway to be fine-tuned

Special Committee on Congestion to study recommendations for walkways, shipping lane.

DBP objects to rebranding of Hari Sukan Negara

DBP objects to rebranding of Hari Sukan Negara

It urges the Youth and Sports Ministry not to stray from spreading the use of the national language.

Charge against Yong puts Perak gov't in precarious position

Charge against Yong puts Perak gov't in precarious position

Harapan governs the state with a slim majority, which could be upset with the rape charge.

Pray for national security, not just Zakir Naik - Pahang mufti to PAS

Pray for national security, not just Zakir Naik - Pahang mufti to PAS

Abdul Rahman Osman believes that racial and religious harmony is in under threat.

Mujahid: 'Rahmatan lil alamin' concept created with M'sian context in mind

Mujahid: 'Rahmatan lil alamin' concept created with M'sian context in mind

Minister warns against those who give the concept a bad name.

No deportation of Zakir Naik for now - Mahathir

No deportation of Zakir Naik for now - Mahathir

UPDATED 7PM | Prime minister previously said preacher had crossed the line with his remarks.

Indonesia picks East Kalimantan for new capital

Indonesia picks East Kalimantan for new capital

'East Kalimantan, but we don't know where specifically,' a minister is reported as saying.

We're not forcing you to ride on motorcycles - PM responds to critics

We're not forcing you to ride on motorcycles - PM responds to critics

Critics had raised safety concerns over the proposed motorcycle ridesharing service.

British consulate employee detained in China over prostitution

British consulate employee detained in China over prostitution

Simon Cheng is detained for 15 days for 'solicitation of prostitution'.

Highways: PM seeks understanding from public

Highways: PM seeks understanding from public

The only way to remove toll booths is for the government to acquire highway operators, a very costly exercise.

Sarawak CM announces cabinet reshuffle

Sarawak CM announces cabinet reshuffle

He says the cabinet reshuffle was made after Wong Soon Koh resigned as minister recently.

Teruntum rep quizzed over anti-Lynas rally

Teruntum rep quizzed over anti-Lynas rally

Cops spend over an hour recording statement from Sim Chon Siang.

Dr M says portfolio changes discussed, denies Tok Pa to be made minister

Dr M says portfolio changes discussed, denies Tok Pa to be made minister

UPDATED 6PM | The PM also reveals that the potential cabinet reshuffle will not see heads roll.

Perak exco Paul Yong expected to be charged tomorrow

Perak exco Paul Yong expected to be charged tomorrow

The case has dragged on for over a month, with probe papers going back and forth between cops and the AGC.

Australia's Wesfarmers says it won't pursue Lynas

Australia's Wesfarmers says it won't pursue Lynas

It wanted to acquire the rare earths miner as part of a foray into the electric vehicle business.

DBKL land probe won't affect Ku Nan's court cases - PAC chief

DBKL land probe won't affect Ku Nan's court cases - PAC chief

Tengku Adnan is embroiled in two court cases involving corruption in construction projects.

Bank Negara's international reserves fall to US$103.1b

Bank Negara's international reserves fall to US$103.1b

It falls from the US$103.9 billion recorded at the end of July.

Zakir back in Bukit Aman, this time over report against minister, 4 others

Zakir back in Bukit Aman, this time over report against minister, 4 others

UPDATED 9.30PM | Preacher leaves the police HQ after four hours.

Korean minister spurns quit calls amid corruption allegations

Korean minister spurns quit calls amid corruption allegations

Cho Kuk is facing criticism over his daughter's admission to Korea University.

KLIA systems disruption affects credit card transactions

KLIA systems disruption affects credit card transactions

MAHB earlier announced that 20 flights delayed due to the systems disruption.

Tok Pa just smiles when he is quizzed on cabinet post talk, says aide

Tok Pa just smiles when he is quizzed on cabinet post talk, says aide

The Jeli MP's political secretary says the matter will be left to the prime minister to decide.

Facebook shuts 216 Myanmar accounts over 'inauthentic behaviour'

Facebook shuts 216 Myanmar accounts over 'inauthentic behaviour'

Those behind the accounts repurposed legitimate news and entertainment content to manipulate or corrupt public debate.

Teething problems expected in Smart Parking system's pilot phase - Penang exco

Teething problems expected in Smart Parking system's pilot phase - Penang exco

Two shortcomings were identified following the launch of the project.

Shafie: 'Bersatu is Umno' clip an old story, we work together now

Shafie: 'Bersatu is Umno' clip an old story, we work together now

Circumstances have changed and Warisan now collaborates with Bersatu, says Sabah CM. 

Lynas' PDF must be away from residences, says Zuraida

Lynas' PDF must be away from residences, says Zuraida

UPDATED 2.55PM | The disposal facility is one of three conditions of its licence extension.

Indonesia arrests 34, blocks internet in Papua to help curb violent protests

Indonesia arrests 34, blocks internet in Papua to help curb violent protests

Indonesian police have flown in 1,200 additional officers to Papua to quell sometimes violent protests.

Independent panel to review EC redelineation proposals one way to go - EC chief

Independent panel to review EC redelineation proposals one way to go - EC chief

Azhar Azizan Harun says current EC redelineation framework goes against doctrine of natural justice.

Guan Eng: Cabinet reshuffle not discussed during meeting with PM

Guan Eng: Cabinet reshuffle not discussed during meeting with PM

UPDATED 2.40PM | DAP sec-gen says PM discussed 'government business' with the ministers.

Plastic particles in drinking water present 'low' risk: WHO

Plastic particles in drinking water present 'low' risk: WHO

The data, while limited, seems reassuring, says the UN agency.

Man faces murder charge for Bangi road rage incident

Man faces murder charge for Bangi road rage incident

UPDATED 10.15PM | A fight had broken out between the accused and the victim following an accident on Aug 10.

Extremism in all religions is bad

Extremism in all religions is bad

LETTER | All religions teach good and to do no harm unto others.

Altantuya family's suit: Vicarious liability issue to be heard on Sept 4

Altantuya family's suit: Vicarious liability issue to be heard on Sept 4

This comes after the government was reinstated as a defendant in the RM100 million lawsuit.

Banks condemn HK violence as jewellers seek to put off big trade fair

Banks condemn HK violence as jewellers seek to put off big trade fair

UPDATED 5PM | HSBC, Standard Chartered and Bank of East Asia all urged the restoration of order.

Looking to China for anti-corruption reforms

Looking to China for anti-corruption reforms

LETTER | Their pragmatic approaches can work here too.

Road safety a concern with local Gojek-like services

Road safety a concern with local Gojek-like services

LETTER | The authorities must seriously consider dedicated lanes for the service.

Khat issue is not 'simple as that'

Khat issue is not 'simple as that'

LETTER | There seem to be mixed messages from political parties in Sabah. 

Cops quiz Dong Zong president, sec-gen for over two hours

Cops quiz Dong Zong president, sec-gen for over two hours

This is regarding the reports lodged against their comments on the Jawi khat issue.

Writers group slams Sports Ministry programme’s new English name

Writers group slams Sports Ministry programme’s new English name

Why is the Pakatan Harapan govt undermining national language and the constitution, asks Pena.

Suhakam reaffirms stand on apex court's unilateral conversion decision

Suhakam reaffirms stand on apex court's unilateral conversion decision

It calls for amendment to Article 12(4) of the constitution or enactment of a law to make clear Putrajaya’s intent on this.

Air quality in Sarawak's Kuala Baram at hazardous level

Air quality in Sarawak's Kuala Baram at hazardous level

As of 9am, the area had an Air Pollutant Index reading of 404.

Court to decide tomorrow if Najib's 1MDB trial can start next week

Court to decide tomorrow if Najib's 1MDB trial can start next week

Justice Sequerah informs both parties to update him on the progress of the SRC International case.
PKR: Anwar did not skip meeting with PM

PKR: Anwar did not skip meeting with PM

The meeting is between senior members of the cabinet which Anwar is not a part of.

2019-08-22

2019-08-22

Malaysians split on single-stream education, survey finds

Malaysians split on single-stream education, survey finds

M'sians are divided down the middle on the issue of single-stream education, with resistance strongest among Chinese respondents.

Trump imposes rule allowing US to detain migrant families indefinitely

Trump imposes rule allowing US to detain migrant families indefinitely

The rule will replace a 1997 court settlement that limits the amount of time US immigration authorities can detain migrant children.

Igniting global outrage, Brazil's Bolsonaro baselessly blames NGOs for Amazon fires

Igniting global outrage, Brazil's Bolsonaro baselessly blames NGOs for Amazon fires

Presented without evidence and disputed by environmental and climate experts, his comments enraged critics.
Anwar’s Lynas comments have negative impact on economy, says Redzuan

Anwar’s Lynas comments have negative impact on economy, says Redzuan

This comes after the PKR president called Putrajaya to review and re-negotiate the extension for Lynas’ plant.

After Germany hints at compromise, France tells UK: no new Brexit deal

After Germany hints at compromise, France tells UK: no new Brexit deal

Merkel challenges Britain to come up with alternative plan, but Macron says EU won't renegotiate deal.

Yoursay: Yes, Anwar, Malaysia belongs to all Malaysians

Yoursay: Yes, Anwar, Malaysia belongs to all Malaysians

YOURSAY | ‘Our leaders have cynically manipulated perception of Malays to gain or stay in power.’
Bank Negara expands eligibility criteria for affordable homes fund

Bank Negara expands eligibility criteria for affordable homes fund

The enhancement will take effect on Sept 1.

Salvadoran woman acquitted in abortion case calls for reform

Salvadoran woman acquitted in abortion case calls for reform

Hernandez says she was raped by a gang member and unaware of her pregnancy until just before delivering a stillborn son.

Yoursay: Zakir Naik has rights, but so do those born in M’sia

Yoursay: Zakir Naik has rights, but so do those born in M’sia

YOURSAY | ‘How did he get a PR when there are so many who are still stateless?’

Former Indian finance minister Chidambaram arrested in corruption case

Former Indian finance minister Chidambaram arrested in corruption case

The case revolves around the approval for the acquisition of telecoms firm Aircel Ltd by Malaysia's Maxis Bhd.

Making the case for violence in Hong Kong protests

Making the case for violence in Hong Kong protests

The idea of violence as a legitimate form of political expression - hand-in-hand with peaceful protest - is becoming increasingly mainstream.

Trump calls Danish PM's rebuff of Greenland sale 'nasty' as trip cancellation stuns Danes

Trump calls Danish PM's rebuff of Greenland sale 'nasty' as trip cancellation stuns Danes

Danish PM Mette Frederiksen described the idea of selling Greenland to US as ‘absurd’.

Police arrest two men, seize drugs worth RM700,000

Police arrest two men, seize drugs worth RM700,000

The arrests and drugs seizure are made following two separate raids.

Absence from work, smuggling top misconduct among staff - Prisons director

Absence from work, smuggling top misconduct among staff - Prisons director

The director, however, did not disclose the number of staff involved in such cases.

After ministry meeting, Indian groups to protest Jawi lessons

After ministry meeting, Indian groups to protest Jawi lessons

Groups want Jawi script lessons to be suspended for both national and vernacular schools, says A Elangovan.

Malaysia is home to all Malaysians, and has been since 1963

Malaysia is home to all Malaysians, and has been since 1963

LETTER | Ethnocentric views are incompatible with Malaysian values.

Day 56: Najib, not Jho Low, benefited from SRC International - witness

Day 56: Najib, not Jho Low, benefited from SRC International - witness

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

S’pore High Court dismisses M’sian drug mule’s bid to seek files

S’pore High Court dismisses M’sian drug mule’s bid to seek files

Lawyer N Surendran urges S'pore AG to allow P Pannir Selvam to obtain files in order to fight death sentence. 
Tok Pa to rejoin cabinet? Speculation rife reshuffle coming soon

Tok Pa to rejoin cabinet? Speculation rife reshuffle coming soon

Mustapa held his last cabinet post from 2009 until 2018 under then prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s cabinet.

Questions over appointees from Bersatu, and 9 news from yesterday

Questions over appointees from Bersatu, and 9 news from yesterday

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

Is police 'ban' on Zakir Naik legal?

Is police 'ban' on Zakir Naik legal?

Lawyers say there is no law allowing police to ban Zakir from speaking in public.