Archive - 26 September 2019

No guarantees after I go, Dr M on Malaysia's future

No guarantees after I go, Dr M on Malaysia's future

UPDATED 12.12AM | PM says he thought he left Malaysia in safe hands in 2003 but other leaders had different ideas.

HK public chastise leader Carrie Lam at first 'open dialogue'

HK public chastise leader Carrie Lam at first 'open dialogue'

She appeals to the people to give her government a chance.

Khalid says will discuss Kg Baru land price offer with PM soon

Khalid says will discuss Kg Baru land price offer with PM soon

This will be done after Dr Mahathir Mohamad returns from New York, says the federal territories minister

With AFN law on its way out, ministry mulls ways to address social media abuse

With AFN law on its way out, ministry mulls ways to address social media abuse

Gobind Singh Deo says it is currently studying the different regulatory models used by other countries.

Bank charges hinder cashless adoption, burdens poor

Bank charges hinder cashless adoption, burdens poor

LETTER | Bank Negara should play its part in ensuring effective consumer protection.

Federal gov't on track to meet deficit target

Federal gov't on track to meet deficit target

MP SPEAKS | The Harapan government is committed towards fiscal consolidation to rein in excessive debts.

Former French president Jacques Chirac dies aged 86

Former French president Jacques Chirac dies aged 86

The lower house of the French parliament interrupted a sitting to hold a minute’s silence for the man who sat as president from 1995 to 2007.

Kapar MCA to quit party if Umno fields candidate in Tanjung Piai

Kapar MCA to quit party if Umno fields candidate in Tanjung Piai

Division leader and members say that the party should not surrender its 'traditional seat'.
Greenpeace protests outside Genting HQ over alleged oil palm fires

Greenpeace protests outside Genting HQ over alleged oil palm fires

It alleges that the multinational is responsible for some of the plantation fires in Indonesia.

Rotational water rationing in Johor and Malacca

Rotational water rationing in Johor and Malacca

The water rationing is due to a prolonged lack of rainfall since March.

No more charging fees for credit card and finance repayments

No more charging fees for credit card and finance repayments

ABM said its member banks would be communicating with customers including via the banks’ websites.
Adib inquest: Ummah to hold rally at court tomorrow

Adib inquest: Ummah to hold rally at court tomorrow

The Coroner's Court verdict into the death of firefighter Muhammad Adib will be delivered tomorrow.

BN candidate for Tg Piai – MCA respects coalition's procedure

BN candidate for Tg Piai – MCA respects coalition's procedure

Wee Ka Siong says he had a lengthy discussion with the BN chief regarding this issue.

Viral video of cops beating up suspect in hospital ward is from Thailand

Viral video of cops beating up suspect in hospital ward is from Thailand

Auxiliary police allegedly sought revenge after street racer rammed roadblock and injured their friend.

Sg Petani residents outraged as MP denies existence of illegal recycling factories

Sg Petani residents outraged as MP denies existence of illegal recycling factories

The MP claims that the residents were protesting based on 'inaccurate' information.

Report: M'sian diplomat criticised Uyghur camps but account not made public

Report: M'sian diplomat criticised Uyghur camps but account not made public

New York Times speculates the account was not released due to the renegotiation of infrastructure deals.

Chairperson Tan, two others reinstated to Dong Zong posts after ROS approval

Chairperson Tan, two others reinstated to Dong Zong posts after ROS approval

They were barred from holding positions last month following the deregistration of a Johor association affiliated to Dong Zong.

Grab says Uber take-over in good faith, amid advanced probe

Grab says Uber take-over in good faith, amid advanced probe

The Competition Act empowers MyCC to probe mergers which result in monopolies.

Rayer withdraws as defence lawyer in MyKad scam case

Rayer withdraws as defence lawyer in MyKad scam case

Jelutong MP cites baseless accusations made against DAP and Harapan gov't leaders as reason to withdraw.

Highly-funded campaign afoot to bring online hatred to real M'sia, claims Kit Siang

Highly-funded campaign afoot to bring online hatred to real M'sia, claims Kit Siang

Reiterating his warning about 'time bombs', he notes how a Puteri Umno leader planted an explosive device last night.

No winners if fighting erupts, DCM rues exploitation of shooting case

No winners if fighting erupts, DCM rues exploitation of shooting case

Ahmad Zakiyuddin hopes Penangnites will not fall for such things and continue to live in peace.

Gov’t working to release map of oil palm plantations

Gov’t working to release map of oil palm plantations

Publication of the maps of oil palm plantations was withheld due to concerns with the OSA

Rehda wants more EPF funds freed for property down payment

Rehda wants more EPF funds freed for property down payment

Rehda suggests the contribution to Account 2 be increased to 50 percent from 30 percent.

Ex-CEO: Najib met Goldman Sachs in New York to ask support for 1MDB

Ex-CEO: Najib met Goldman Sachs in New York to ask support for 1MDB

NAJIB TRIAL | Shahrol Azral testifies that Jho Low and Tim Leissner acted as 'matchmakers'. 

PSM: Perlis should rethink reclamation project, don't follow Penang

PSM: Perlis should rethink reclamation project, don't follow Penang

'The proposed Kuala Sanglang Harbour threatens to throw some 5,000 fisherfolks into poverty.'

NZ student's body found in university room two months after he died

NZ student's body found in university room two months after he died

His body was found after students noticed an odour from the room and informed the police.

Developers hammer house buyers, 'nasi lemak' analogy cited

Developers hammer house buyers, 'nasi lemak' analogy cited

UPDATED 4PM | 'Which businessperson will want to do a product that nobody wants?'

Please stop dangerous politicians before it's all too late

Please stop dangerous politicians before it's all too late

LETTER | Despite IGP's warning on the shooting case, we have politicians totally ignoring the advice.


 

Najib agreed to 1MDB borrowing RM3b from Socso to lend to PetroSaudi

Najib agreed to 1MDB borrowing RM3b from Socso to lend to PetroSaudi

Najib agreed to 1MDB lending US$750 million to PSI, subject to 1MDB getting the loan from Socso.

Khashoggi murder 'happened under my watch,' Saudi crown prince tells PBS

Khashoggi murder 'happened under my watch,' Saudi crown prince tells PBS

The kingdom's de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman says he bears responsibility for the killing of the journalist.

Dr M: M'sia balancing sustainability and people's needs

Dr M: M'sia balancing sustainability and people's needs

PM says the govt keeping a close eye on matters such as the environment and poverty eradication.

Malaysia's football match in Hong Kong postponed due to protests

Malaysia's football match in Hong Kong postponed due to protests

A proposal to have the match played in Malaysia did not get the HK Football Association's agreement.

Viral visuals driving social media manipulation on YouTube, Instagram

Viral visuals driving social media manipulation on YouTube, Instagram

Researchers say Facebook remains the most popular platform for social media manipulation due to its size and global reach.
M'sian companies' reputation at stake over failure to manage human rights

M'sian companies' reputation at stake over failure to manage human rights

COMMENT | Fewer than one in five of the country’s top 50 companies has any published human rights policies.

MCMC record shows no let-up in circulation of fake news

MCMC record shows no let-up in circulation of fake news

The propagation of false news can lead to public unrest, incite hatred and cause chaos.

Umno leader links Penang shooting to religious insults despite IGP's warning

Umno leader links Penang shooting to religious insults despite IGP's warning

Puteri Umno vice-chief Nurul Amal says Sheikh Mohd Khairil died a martyr defending Prophet Muhammad.

Lynas M'sia sticks to rules to keep environment safe - report

Lynas M'sia sticks to rules to keep environment safe - report

'Once the first stage of operations is shifted to Western Australia, WLP residue will not be produced in M'sia.'

Police: Detained M'sian planned to attack politicians and non-Muslims

Police: Detained M'sian planned to attack politicians and non-Muslims

Bukit Aman says the suspect is among 15 picked up, including12 Indonesians, two other locals and one Indian national.

M’sia records no ‘unhealthy’ API reading as haze improves

M’sia records no ‘unhealthy’ API reading as haze improves

Majority of the areas recorded ‘moderate’ readings as at 7am - Environment Department.

Think of Penang's development plans too, fisherfolks told

Think of Penang's development plans too, fisherfolks told

Fisherfolks can stage boycott of the seas but they should consider state development plans, says Afif

Adib's father hopes for justice in inquest verdict tomorrow

Adib's father hopes for justice in inquest verdict tomorrow

'The inquest decision is not only anticipated by the family but also by other M'sians seeking justice for Adib.'

Penang amok case: Police hunt 3 suspects over 'inciteful statements'

Penang amok case: Police hunt 3 suspects over 'inciteful statements'

Bukit Aman CID principal assistant director says two of the suspects are from Kedah while one is from Penang.

KidZania KL educating kids on benefits of palm oil through chocolate

KidZania KL educating kids on benefits of palm oil through chocolate

Chocolate Factory: the fun way to learn about palm oil.

HK leader to hold first community talks in bid to end crisis

HK leader to hold first community talks in bid to end crisis

Each of the participants will be given three minutes to express their views to Carrie Lam.

Legislate a 'workplace discrimination law'

Legislate a 'workplace discrimination law'

COMMENT | Workplace discrimination is a bitter experience that demoralises workers.

Wrong to say affirmative action not helpful - Mahathir

Wrong to say affirmative action not helpful - Mahathir

Before, opportunities were given freely without considering people’s capabilities, he tells a New York forum.
Tax reforms needed to combat tax evasion - Jomo

Tax reforms needed to combat tax evasion - Jomo

The economist says surveys have found many luxury car owners did not even pay income tax.

UK's Johnson goads opponents to call election as tempers flare over Brexit

UK's Johnson goads opponents to call election as tempers flare over Brexit

However, the opposition parties say they would only agree to an election once Johnson rules out a no-deal Brexit.

World can do nothing to stop forest fires, laments Dr M

World can do nothing to stop forest fires, laments Dr M

The international system is such that one country cannot interfere in the internal affairs of another country, he tells a forum.

Impeachment depends on 'high crimes and misdemeanours' - what are they?

Impeachment depends on 'high crimes and misdemeanours' - what are they?

Under the US Constitution, a president can be impeached for 'treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanours.'
Jomo: Gov't should regulate working hours of migrant workers

Jomo: Gov't should regulate working hours of migrant workers

Employers can get migrant workers to work longer hours with lower pay compared with Malaysian workers.

Mahathir points out United Nations weakness at university forum

Mahathir points out United Nations weakness at university forum

Powerful and small countries alike are showing disrespect to the UN, he says at the Columbia University forum in New York.

Yoursay: Proton - let the product, and not the logo, roars

Yoursay: Proton - let the product, and not the logo, roars

YOURSAY | ‘It should focus on improving quality and reliability, and the product will speak for itself.’
Health Ministry monitoring polio - Dzulkefly

Health Ministry monitoring polio - Dzulkefly

This comes after reports of a polio outbreak in the Philippines recently.

Day 14: Proceedings end early, Shafee to prepare for Cradle Fund CEO murder trial

Day 14: Proceedings end early, Shafee to prepare for Cradle Fund CEO murder trial

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's 1MDB trial.

Don't get involved in activities of opposition parties, Kedah civil servants warned

Don't get involved in activities of opposition parties, Kedah civil servants warned

Stern action will be taken against such individuals who are willing to sabotage government programmes, the MB says.

Yoursay: Ordinary Malaysians not racists, just the politicians

Yoursay: Ordinary Malaysians not racists, just the politicians

YOURSAY | ‘We are at their mercy as their actions could go uncontrolled and destabilise the country.’
Clear warning signs for global recession in 2020 - Unctad

Clear warning signs for global recession in 2020 - Unctad

Several big emerging economies are already in recession.
Diving into the possibilities for the disabled

Diving into the possibilities for the disabled

COMMENT | Adaptive divers are trained to assist amputees, paraplegics, quadriplegics and the visually impaired to scuba dive.

Transcript confirms Trump asked Ukraine president to investigate Biden

Transcript confirms Trump asked Ukraine president to investigate Biden

In the transcript, Trump asked President Volodymyr Zelenskiy ‘to do us a favour’.
On selling MyKads to foreigners

On selling MyKads to foreigners

COMMENT | Such acts are insulting to the many Malaysians whose lives are affected by issues relating to citizenship and statelessness.

Malaysia's dangerous racial, religious trajectory

Malaysia's dangerous racial, religious trajectory

COMMENT | Identity politics turn inflammatory as Malaysia's former ruling party tries to claw back support.

May 13 documentary pieces together memories of a family's tragedy

May 13 documentary pieces together memories of a family's tragedy

Only five members of a family of 10 living in Kampung Baru survived the riots.

Cops aim to bring back Jho Low by year-end, and 9 news from yesterday

Cops aim to bring back Jho Low by year-end, and 9 news from yesterday

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