Archive - 4 October 2019

India: M'sia shouldn't forget about friendly ties

India: M'sia shouldn't forget about friendly ties

India said Malaysia should desist from making remarks about Indian territories Jammu and Kashmir.
Oil palm estates above 40.5 ha without MSPO cert to face fine

Oil palm estates above 40.5 ha without MSPO cert to face fine

This also includes oil palm estates that begin the process of the certification on Jan 1, 2020.
Khazanah Nasional's debt reduces to RM47 bln: MD

Khazanah Nasional's debt reduces to RM47 bln: MD

The country's sovereign wealth fund also managed to generate RM9 billion in revenue.
Anwar: Let’s change narrative from race and religion to solving poverty

Anwar: Let’s change narrative from race and religion to solving poverty

Politicians, academics and professionals could help redeem the national conversation from ‘bigots’, he adds. 
Workers picket after electronics firm "stonewalls" union talks

Workers picket after electronics firm "stonewalls" union talks

Picket comes three years after Renesas found guilty of union-busting.

Umno doesn't need street demos to topple Harapan, says exco man

Umno doesn't need street demos to topple Harapan, says exco man

 Armand Azha Abu Hanifah was involved in heated confrontations during BN rule, but says times have changed.
Govt urged to hasten set up of media council, Indonesian model cited

Govt urged to hasten set up of media council, Indonesian model cited

It will strengthen the media so it can operate independently, says Malaysiakini CEO Premesh Chandran.

Remembering Nik Aziz as nation drowns in polemics of race and religion

Remembering Nik Aziz as nation drowns in polemics of race and religion

Principled and inclusive leaders are sorely needed as the country moves forward.
FB page admin denies insulting S’gor ruler or links to Nga

FB page admin denies insulting S’gor ruler or links to Nga

The post was a response to BN cybertrooper attacks on DAP in relation to bilingual road signs in Selangor.
HK chief exec cites freedom of expression, declines comment on Dr M's remarks

HK chief exec cites freedom of expression, declines comment on Dr M's remarks

Carrie Lam is asked about Mahathir's advice that the 'best thing' is for her to resign.

Leave the gig economy alone, Saddiq!

Leave the gig economy alone, Saddiq!

LETTER | The thing is, we all know that this has been turned into a political issue.

Prayers at missionary schools were never an issue before

Prayers at missionary schools were never an issue before

LETTER | Never once did any parent or student complain or turn this whole saga into a political issue.

Ministry extends hand to rubber glove employers to comply with audit

Ministry extends hand to rubber glove employers to comply with audit

He said the industry should not wait until 2021 when new standards come into force.

Single mom pleads not guilty to ploughing into two marathon runners

Single mom pleads not guilty to ploughing into two marathon runners

She was also charged with possession of 14.5 grammes of methamphetamine.

Hong Kong invokes emergency powers to quell escalating violence

Hong Kong invokes emergency powers to quell escalating violence

These colonial-era powers, not used in more than 50 years, allow authorities broad powers in the name of public interest.

Health Ministry still engaging industry over medicine price control

Health Ministry still engaging industry over medicine price control

The consultations are expected to be completed by year-end, reveals a spokesperson.

Sri Ram cautions Federal Court 'wrecking crew' not to dilute constitution

Sri Ram cautions Federal Court 'wrecking crew' not to dilute constitution

'I would urge everyone to ask the Federal Court to keep its grimy hands off basic structure principles.'

Pakatan Harapan has not decided on candidate for Tanjung Piai seat

Pakatan Harapan has not decided on candidate for Tanjung Piai seat

Johor Harapan chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin, however, confirmed the candidate will be from Bersatu.

Ear stapling - suspend problem teachers not transfer them

Ear stapling - suspend problem teachers not transfer them

MP SPEAKS | In the end, this is just transferring the problem from one school to another.

Sickly single mother appeals for aid from the public

Sickly single mother appeals for aid from the public

Her family is relying on her son who earns about RM50 a day as her daughter is also sick.

Nik Faisal, Suboh get discharge on financial statement case

Nik Faisal, Suboh get discharge on financial statement case

Prosecution says they refile the suit to obtain the financial statements of Gandingan Mentari Sdn Bhd.  

Will Penang get special treatment in Budget 2020, Umno man asks Guan Eng

Will Penang get special treatment in Budget 2020, Umno man asks Guan Eng

He says when Lim was chief minister, he used to demand much from the federal government.

Expose students to all religions and languages

Expose students to all religions and languages

COMMENT | Hopefully, this will lead to the harmonious acceptance of our differences.

Coalition must approve IRC report release - 'Democratic' Dr M tells Ambiga

Coalition must approve IRC report release - 'Democratic' Dr M tells Ambiga

On a personal note, PM says he is willing to make public the report on reforms to key institutions.

Illegal immigrant transit dens raided, 26 Indonesians detained

Illegal immigrant transit dens raided, 26 Indonesians detained

The joint-enforcement operation was carried out early this morning in Pulau Ketam, Selangor.

UEC task force to submit final report at end of Oct

UEC task force to submit final report at end of Oct

UPDATED 4.54PM | The task force will be meeting with MPs and other stakeholders from Sabah and S'wak soon. 

S'pore academic: M'sia's political history necessitates anti-hopping law

S'pore academic: M'sia's political history necessitates anti-hopping law

Singapore academician Kevin Tan backs such a law for the country - going against Dr M's position that this is not necessary.
Budget 2020 - stop real-estate speculation now

Budget 2020 - stop real-estate speculation now

LETTER | Developers and investors have wish lists that could turn into nightmares. 

PM: Easy to promise, hard to implement – Harapan victim of own manifesto

PM: Easy to promise, hard to implement – Harapan victim of own manifesto

Speaking about the promise to repeal certain laws, Mahathir says it was 'not as easy as we thought when we were opposition'.

Putrajaya to table repeal of Anti-Fake News Act on Oct 8

Putrajaya to table repeal of Anti-Fake News Act on Oct 8

It will be the government's second attempt to get rid of the act.

No discussion with Goldman Sachs over return of 1MDB money: Guan Eng

No discussion with Goldman Sachs over return of 1MDB money: Guan Eng

Finance Minister says the government will follow through with legal action to recover funds.

M'sia small country but never sent refugees back, says Saifuddin

M'sia small country but never sent refugees back, says Saifuddin

The US had recently put a cap into the number of refugees the country would admit.

Medicines price control will have negative repercussions

Medicines price control will have negative repercussions

LETTER | We list here our serious concerns on the proposed implementation of medicines price control.

Public mandate needed before GST can be reconsidered - Guan Eng

Public mandate needed before GST can be reconsidered - Guan Eng

UPDATED 3.19PM | The finance minister says it was made clear in the last election that the people rejected GST.

Dr M tells HK's leader to quit, predicts China will crack down on protesters

Dr M tells HK's leader to quit, predicts China will crack down on protesters

The PM also compares the situation to the Tiananmen Square incident and advises Carrie Lim to step down.

Mato Daro-Malay dictionary to be published next year

Mato Daro-Malay dictionary to be published next year

This will be a registry of the words and dictionary of the Melanau language in Bahasa Malaysia.

Manchester City, Real Madrid among Champions League clubs charged by UEFA

Manchester City, Real Madrid among Champions League clubs charged by UEFA

Six Champion League clubs were charged with offences ranging from late kickoff to improper conduct of players.

Kit Siang: Will four varsities organise 'dignity' conferences for other races?

Kit Siang: Will four varsities organise 'dignity' conferences for other races?

'There can only be dignity for Malaysia if every ethnic and religious group enjoys dignity.'

Security stepped up as 'Joker' opens in US movie theatres

Security stepped up as 'Joker' opens in US movie theatres

'Joker,' an origin story about Batman's comic-book nemesis, stars Joaquin Phoenix.
Putrajaya Command Centre installs latest technology to monitor safety

Putrajaya Command Centre installs latest technology to monitor safety

All activities, from personal and traffic safety to natural disasters, will now be monitored, 24 hours.

Health Dept inspects health facility on allegations of unregistered health products

Health Dept inspects health facility on allegations of unregistered health products

The department advises the public not to buy unregistered health products.

Journalists protest media curbs in Jammu and Kashmir

Journalists protest media curbs in Jammu and Kashmir

The region has entered its 60th day of communications and media lockdown by the Indian government.

Hong Kong set to enact emergency laws as it struggles to contain violence

Hong Kong set to enact emergency laws as it struggles to contain violence

Authorities have already loosened guidelines on the use of force by police.
Leaked PT3 papers: Parents, students told to remain calm

Leaked PT3 papers: Parents, students told to remain calm

Do not make a rash decision or be overly emotional on this matter, says a community parents movement.

'Negaraku' – Is Malaysia really mine?

'Negaraku' – Is Malaysia really mine?

COMMENT | If one does not feel that 'Malaysia is really mine', then the national anthem holds little meaning.

Yoursay: No dignity in demanding dignity… after 6 decades of dominance

Yoursay: No dignity in demanding dignity… after 6 decades of dominance

YOURSAY | ‘We are all Malaysians only when it's election time.’
Yoursay: Mahathir has become New Malaysia’s dilemma

Yoursay: Mahathir has become New Malaysia’s dilemma

YOURSAY | ‘As far as his track record in choosing his successor goes, his failure rate is 100 percent.’
Trump publicly asks China to investigate his political rival, Joe Biden

Trump publicly asks China to investigate his political rival, Joe Biden

The US president makes the call despite an impeachment inquiry against him by the US Congress.

Dear Dr M, you should set a date to step down - firmly and irrevocably

Dear Dr M, you should set a date to step down - firmly and irrevocably

COMMENT | The PM should honour the promise that he has repeatedly made over the last three years.

Are Malaysian pathologists and coroners competent?

Are Malaysian pathologists and coroners competent?

COMMENT | They say that dead men tell no tales, but a competent forensic pathologist can tell us how a man died.

Anwar still confident of handover despite no firm date given, and 7 news from yesterday

Anwar still confident of handover despite no firm date given, and 7 news from yesterday

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