Archive - 28 September 2019

Tg Piai - Putra to contest if others field non-Malay candidate

Tg Piai - Putra to contest if others field non-Malay candidate

It is also prepared for a three-cornered fight, says president Ibrahim Ali.

Late handover to Anwar will kill Harapan in GE15: Syed Husin

Late handover to Anwar will kill Harapan in GE15: Syed Husin

The veteran politician also says he does not trust Mahathir Mohamad.

Johor awaiting Putrajaya's decision on RTS

Johor awaiting Putrajaya's decision on RTS

He says there has been no news to date on the fate of the project. 

Tanjung Piai polls - Harapan to hold machinery briefing tomorrow

Tanjung Piai polls - Harapan to hold machinery briefing tomorrow

He says Harapan components have already begun opening election centres and offices.

No oil refinery project in Segari - MB

No oil refinery project in Segari - MB

He said there were proposals for such projects but approval has not been granted.

PAS still working to settle Harakah's RM3m debt to printer

PAS still working to settle Harakah's RM3m debt to printer

The printer is bankrupt so the procedures are different, says PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.

Did Dr M say 'three years' or 'three more years' as PM?

Did Dr M say 'three years' or 'three more years' as PM?

FACT CHECK |  Some feathers were ruffled as three 'more' years would mean a near full term. 

Except for Klang Valley, Foodpanda riders to go on strike next week

Except for Klang Valley, Foodpanda riders to go on strike next week

The dispute with their company is over a new pay scheme which drops their fixed payment per hour.

S'wak pitches new Petronas revenue-sharing deal with Putrajaya

S'wak pitches new Petronas revenue-sharing deal with Putrajaya

This in a bid to recover its revenue losses from oil royalty, says Chief Minister Abang Johari Openg.

Asst Minister: Serious action must be taken over pygmy elephant killing

Asst Minister: Serious action must be taken over pygmy elephant killing

The Sabah government is working to strengthen the Wildlife Conservation Enactment 1997. 

There's an effort to undermine Jakim's reputation - Mujahid

There's an effort to undermine Jakim's reputation - Mujahid

He cites the example of a 2014 case where the halal logo was falsely used.

Silence on Uyghurs because China is powerful - Mahathir

Silence on Uyghurs because China is powerful - Mahathir

However, at a talk in New York, PM expresses concern over the safety of Uyghur refugees.

Emerging from May 13 trauma after nearly 50 years of silence

Emerging from May 13 trauma after nearly 50 years of silence

Director Tham Seen Hau tells the story of her family caught in that painful incident.
Stop social media racial postings on Adib, Bayan Lepas shooting: Guan Eng

Stop social media racial postings on Adib, Bayan Lepas shooting: Guan Eng

The spread of such messages will deepen confusion and incite hatred among the communities, he warns.

Ministry: Harapan gov't giving 200,000 citizenship for votes is fake news

Ministry: Harapan gov't giving 200,000 citizenship for votes is fake news

It warns it will take legal action against distributors of such information.
Umno veep ticks off Harapan for continued delay in RTS project

Umno veep ticks off Harapan for continued delay in RTS project

Mohamed Khaled Nordin reminds the government of its promise to help Malaysians working in Singapore.
Expert: Show us full reports on Kuala Koh, forced contraceptive claims

Expert: Show us full reports on Kuala Koh, forced contraceptive claims

Dr Milton Lum called on the health minister to disclose full details of the investigative report.
Make it happen, minister says after Malay Chamber claims Kg Baru price is RM2,000 psf

Make it happen, minister says after Malay Chamber claims Kg Baru price is RM2,000 psf

However, the FT minister emphasises that all must acknowledge the land belongs to the Malays.
Chandran's football career unparalleled at home and abroad

Chandran's football career unparalleled at home and abroad

OBITUARY | Only player to bag the illustrious treble – Merdeka Cup, Olympic qualification and Asiad bronze.
K'tan MB: Witnessing loss of Malay power needed before Umno-PAS unity

K'tan MB: Witnessing loss of Malay power needed before Umno-PAS unity

After GE14, BN learned what's like to become the opposition, says Ahmad Yakob.
Leaping from the KL Tower

Leaping from the KL Tower

Base jumpers leap from the 300m-high open deck on Malaysia's landmark Kuala Lumpur Tower during the International Tower Jump on Sept 27, 2019.

Oxford report on fake news sends timely warning to M'sia

Oxford report on fake news sends timely warning to M'sia

MP SPEAKS | Umno-BN using dangerous social media tools to undermine the Harapan government.
Mat Hasan proposes abolition of opposition leader posts in Umno, PAS states

Mat Hasan proposes abolition of opposition leader posts in Umno, PAS states

The position is no longer necessary following the alliance between Umno and PAS, he says.

Mat Sabu: Inquest call for commando killed in friendly fire will be raised

Mat Sabu: Inquest call for commando killed in friendly fire will be raised

The minister did not say if it will be brought to the cabinet or Yang Di-Pertuan Agong.

Sultan Ismail Petra of Kelantan dies

Sultan Ismail Petra of Kelantan dies

Menteri Besar Ahmad Yakob also declares state holiday on Sunday and Monday.

'Damning' facts will help sell impeachment probe to divided voters, Democrats say

'Damning' facts will help sell impeachment probe to divided voters, Democrats say

They will have to explain their decision to voters in the coming days.
MCA veep says Dr M attending Malay congress will aggravate tensions

MCA veep says Dr M attending Malay congress will aggravate tensions

Ti Lian Ker claims Harapan playing race card while PAS-Umno is talking about inclusiveness.
Hong Kong protesters set busy schedule ahead of China National Day

Hong Kong protesters set busy schedule ahead of China National Day

Thousands of protesters rallied at the harbourside on Friday, chanting slogans accusing the police of brutality.
In swipe at Trump, China tells UN tariffs could plunge world into recession

In swipe at Trump, China tells UN tariffs could plunge world into recession

Its top diplomat reminds world leaders not to forget the Great Depression.
Trump told Russians he was not concerned about election meddling: report

Trump told Russians he was not concerned about election meddling: report

Trump told them that US did the same in other countries.
Climate movement now 'too loud to handle' for Trump and critics, says Thunberg

Climate movement now 'too loud to handle' for Trump and critics, says Thunberg

The teenage activist takes a swipe at world leaders for doing little to protect the earth.
Immigration woes for Little Sisters of the Poor

Immigration woes for Little Sisters of the Poor

LETTER | They are providing a valuable charitable service, so why make it difficult for them?

Freedom Film Festival calls on Finas to press for reforms

Freedom Film Festival calls on Finas to press for reforms

Among others, the national film development board should ensure a ‘safe space’ for film screenings.
House Democrats subpoena Pompeo for Ukraine documents

House Democrats subpoena Pompeo for Ukraine documents

This comes as the impeachment inquiry gathers steam, casting a new pall over Trump's presidency.

Muhyiddin assures police will serve justice after Adib inquest findings

Muhyiddin assures police will serve justice after Adib inquest findings

The home minister adds that the government will allow the police to continue to investigate the case.
Kadir: Why cry for Dr M's help when Umno still wants to control Utusan?

Kadir: Why cry for Dr M's help when Umno still wants to control Utusan?

The veteran newsman argues that it's inappropriate for the daily to seek PM's intervention.
Bayan Lepas incident a case of terrorism, make no mistake

Bayan Lepas incident a case of terrorism, make no mistake

COMMENT | The first step in solving a problem is recognising there is one.

Yoursay: Failure of cops to stop Seafield violence catastrophic

Yoursay: Failure of cops to stop Seafield violence catastrophic

YOURSAY | ‘If only the Subang Jaya police had acted early to arrest the gangsters...’
At UN, Dr M hits at pro-democracy powers clinging to anti-democratic vetos

At UN, Dr M hits at pro-democracy powers clinging to anti-democratic vetos

He calls for reform to the veto system by powerful countries at the UN.

Coroner says unknown assailants caused Adib's death and 7 news from yesterday

Coroner says unknown assailants caused Adib's death and 7 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
Dr M raises Palestinian plight at UN, crticises Israel's breach of international laws

Dr M raises Palestinian plight at UN, crticises Israel's breach of international laws

He says M'sia accepts the existence of Israel but hits out at its treatment of Palestine.
Prepare for climate change, not war - Mahathir

Prepare for climate change, not war - Mahathir

'We are inventing ever more destructive weapons when all of us may be wiped out by natural disasters'.

Mahathir defends palm oil in UN address

Mahathir defends palm oil in UN address

He says rich nations should not try to impoverish Malaysia.