Archive - 18 October 2019

PMO disclaims role in comic book, 'something wrong' says Muhyiddin

PMO disclaims role in comic book, 'something wrong' says Muhyiddin

It says PM not involved in its publication nor is he familiar with its content.

No open tender for Marris contract - Perak MB

No open tender for Marris contract - Perak MB

He says the contract was awarded after all state executive councillors agreed on the matter.

Perak Zika death could be due to local virus infection, says ministry

Perak Zika death could be due to local virus infection, says ministry

The patient died in Manjung earlier today.

Bukit Gantang MP denies joining PKR

Bukit Gantang MP denies joining PKR

Perak PKR had announced earlier today that he has.

PM: SPV2030 will fix NEP's wrongs

PM: SPV2030 will fix NEP's wrongs

PM uploads video with answers to questions from Instagram followers.

Prosecution withdraws five graft charges against Musa Aman

Prosecution withdraws five graft charges against Musa Aman

There remain another 30 charges against him.

A youth-friendly budget indeed

A youth-friendly budget indeed

LETTER | However, the digital tax will add to our burden.

Tanjung Piai: Voters want Malay candidate, says Annuar Musa

Tanjung Piai: Voters want Malay candidate, says Annuar Musa

If BN runs a Chinese candidate and Harapan runs a Malay, BN will lose, he claims.

Kit Siang: Najib gave US$1m to Sri Lankan Tamils, is this supporting LTTE?

Kit Siang: Najib gave US$1m to Sri Lankan Tamils, is this supporting LTTE?

'Malaysians seem to be distracted in the past week by the hitherto unheard-of issue of LTTE revival'.

Loke proposes gov't relaxes parking lot rule for apartments near public transport

Loke proposes gov't relaxes parking lot rule for apartments near public transport

Minister says this is one way house prices could be reduced.

Penang developers urged to build more affordable homes

Penang developers urged to build more affordable homes

50 percent of houses mostly sold at RM300,000, says state housing executive councillor Jagdeep Singh Deo.                     

Price of RON97 up by one sen; RON95, diesel unchanged

Price of RON97 up by one sen; RON95, diesel unchanged

Finance Ministry says estimated petroleum subsidy borne by gov't for coming week is over RM123 million. 

Retract police report against Wong Yan Ke

Retract police report against Wong Yan Ke

LETTER | Lodging a police report reflects badly on the university as it does not adhere to normal practice.

PAS MP turns to rulers, cops to stop DAP from 'questioning' social contract

PAS MP turns to rulers, cops to stop DAP from 'questioning' social contract

He wants the police to apprehend the DAP politicians and challenges Harapan to expel the party.

Malay rights NGO accuses Kit Siang, Siti Kasim, DAP Youth of targeting UM VC

Malay rights NGO accuses Kit Siang, Siti Kasim, DAP Youth of targeting UM VC

Pro-UM VC student activists say this during a demo outside the university today.

Zakir Naik sues Ramasamy for defamation

Zakir Naik sues Ramasamy for defamation

Penang deputy CM is first M'sian politician to be sued by Indian preacher, with other leaders to be sued similarly soon.  

MCA demands AG explain why tahfiz sex assault case dropped

MCA demands AG explain why tahfiz sex assault case dropped

Tommy Thomas used his discretionary powers to discontinue proceedings, despite court acknowledging an offence did take place.

Healthcare: Insurance companies exclude people, gov't should not

Healthcare: Insurance companies exclude people, gov't should not

LETTER | Private healthcare is exorbitantly expensive thus consumers end up paying a hefty sum.

Trader charged for preventing snaring of stray dog

Trader charged for preventing snaring of stray dog

Koh Tat Meng claimed trial for obstructing MPSJ personnel from carrying out their duties.

Loke: MAHB shouldn't charge e-hailing drivers for KLIA pick-ups

Loke: MAHB shouldn't charge e-hailing drivers for KLIA pick-ups

UPDATED 7.12PM | Minister also says that the airport operator's five-minute wait rule for drivers is valid.

Upholding the spirit of racial equality and student autonomy

Upholding the spirit of racial equality and student autonomy

COMMENT | 'The UM Law Society believes in the importance of freedom of expression as a fundamental liberty, and with that we stand with Wong and Kon.'

Arrested LTTE-linked suspect challenges Sosma detention in court

Arrested LTTE-linked suspect challenges Sosma detention in court

Lawyer says restaurant owner's habeas corpus application will be heard on Monday.

SEA as second front for Islamic States - is M'sia prepared?

SEA as second front for Islamic States - is M'sia prepared?

MP SPEAKS | A visitor from Mars would not think so.

No third party claims on more than RM2m seized from Pahang Umno

No third party claims on more than RM2m seized from Pahang Umno

Since no one appeared in court to claim it, MACC has requested a date to submit the written submission.

HK court rules against same-sex civil partnerships

HK court rules against same-sex civil partnerships

Homosexuality has been decriminalised in Hong Kong but same-sex marriage is not recognised.

Plot thickens - sources claim Harapan leaders working with Hisham

Plot thickens - sources claim Harapan leaders working with Hisham

Digging deeper into the alleged plot to form a new government unearths three names – two from Bersatu and one from PKR.

Lawyer claims ex-CEO, not Isa who approved RM7m 'goodwill' payout

Lawyer claims ex-CEO, not Isa who approved RM7m 'goodwill' payout

Mohd Zaid previously said Isa instructed him to raise the price due to the hotel's good name and prestige.

Don't mistake sympathy, aid for war victims as support for LTTE - Waytha

Don't mistake sympathy, aid for war victims as support for LTTE - Waytha

'Just because many M'sians give money to help rebuild war-torn country doesn't mean they support violent actions.'

Task force set up to recover 1MDB-linked assets abroad

Task force set up to recover 1MDB-linked assets abroad

It will be led by the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre, a bill for which was passed in Parliament last week.

Ministry engaging both parties to solve UM controversy amicably - Teo

Ministry engaging both parties to solve UM controversy amicably - Teo

Deputy minister disagrees with varsity's decision to withhold student activist's academic transcript.

LDP keeps RM500k, forfeits RM9,560.96 in 1MDB forfeiture suit settlement

LDP keeps RM500k, forfeits RM9,560.96 in 1MDB forfeiture suit settlement

The prosecution and LDP agree for RM9,560.96 to be surrendered to the M'sian government.

The UM protest: Hypocrisy over right to freedom of expression and speech

The UM protest: Hypocrisy over right to freedom of expression and speech

LETTER | Universities and their leaderships should be more independent and stop bowing down to government pressure.
Chow denies feeling embarassed by anti-reclamation memo

Chow denies feeling embarassed by anti-reclamation memo

Maybe the person submitting the memorandum can choose another venue, says Penang Chief Minister.
Police record Najib's statement over alleged royal insult

Police record Najib's statement over alleged royal insult

Ex-PM spent nearly two hours being quizzed over Facebook post accusing Nga Kor Ming of insulting S'gor ruler. 

Bersih lauds PSC on Election, says mechanism needs to be clarified

Bersih lauds PSC on Election, says mechanism needs to be clarified

With the right structure and mandate, the new committee can help safeguard free and fair elections, says watchdog.

Penang LRT project public display: 15k say 'aye', 380 say 'no'

Penang LRT project public display: 15k say 'aye', 380 say 'no'

Results of the public responses have been presented to the Land Public Transport Agency, says CM Chow Kon Yeow.
Court sets Nov 29 to hear Rosmah's bid to inspect assets

Court sets Nov 29 to hear Rosmah's bid to inspect assets

The assets are sought to be seized in the RM680m 1MDB forfeiture suit against Obyu Holdings Bhd.

IGP: We've identified border personnel who allowed smuggling to occur

IGP: We've identified border personnel who allowed smuggling to occur

Abdul Hamid Bador also reveals police have introduced improvements to border duty SOPs.

School visits palm oil estate after furore over 'anti-palm oil' play

School visits palm oil estate after furore over 'anti-palm oil' play

The international school says its students had an enjoyable and informative visit to Sime Darby's Palm Oil Experience Centre.

MACC exposes 'blatant' smuggling at Thai-M’sian border, police say probe underway

MACC exposes 'blatant' smuggling at Thai-M’sian border, police say probe underway

UPDATED 2.25PM | MACC chief Latheefa Koya says agency will work with IGP to take action against those smuggling goods across border. 

I salute Wong Yan Ke

I salute Wong Yan Ke

COMMENT | 'It takes real strength of character to stand up to racists and bigots in our country.'

Security heightened at Sri Lanka High Commission after arrests linked to LTTE

Security heightened at Sri Lanka High Commission after arrests linked to LTTE

Increased police presence were at the High Commissioner's official residence and Chancery premises in Kuala Lumpur.
NGO's protest at forum an embarrassment for Penang

NGO's protest at forum an embarrassment for Penang

LETTER | Penang Forum members displayed their anti-growth, anti-progress, and anti-development side to the delegates.

Livid over comic book ban, Hew censures Maszlee for 'dancing' to Najib's tune

Livid over comic book ban, Hew censures Maszlee for 'dancing' to Najib's tune

The comic's author says he is only promoting better understanding of the Belt and Road Initiative.

University student probed for protest while paedophile gets second chance

University student probed for protest while paedophile gets second chance

COMMENT | It seems that the priorities that we have are skewed and perverted in democratic Malaysia.

MPN was subservient to BN gov't, should play critical role now

MPN was subservient to BN gov't, should play critical role now

ADUN SPEAKS | The body was on the verge of being struck off and its blind support of Zainal Kling raises more questions.

Martin Luther King's daughter tells Facebook - disinformation helped kill civil rights leader

Martin Luther King's daughter tells Facebook - disinformation helped kill civil rights leader

The comments come as Facebook Inc is under fire for its approach to political advertisements and speech.
Thousands protest across Lebanon over dire economy

Thousands protest across Lebanon over dire economy

The protest leads to the cabinet pulling a proposed new levy on WhatsApp calls.

Nisha Ayub tells haters to ‘keep on hating’, says BBC nod key for transgenders

Nisha Ayub tells haters to ‘keep on hating’, says BBC nod key for transgenders

'It's about visibility and recognition of the existence of transgender people, not just in M'sia but all around the world.'

Upin & Ipin: Keris Siamang Tunggal listed for 2020 Oscar

Upin & Ipin: Keris Siamang Tunggal listed for 2020 Oscar

It has created history, by being nominated with 32 other international films for the Best Animation Films category.

Turkey agrees to pause Syria assault while Kurds withdraw

Turkey agrees to pause Syria assault while Kurds withdraw

The deal was hailed by the Trump administration and cast by Turkey as a complete victory.
Zuckerberg defends FB's approach to free speech, draws line on China

Zuckerberg defends FB's approach to free speech, draws line on China

Facebook under fire for its lax approach to fake news reports, state-backed disinformation campaigns and violent content.

 


The pied pipers of racism need to go back to school

The pied pipers of racism need to go back to school

COMMENT | ‘The truth is no one can own a country. One may own land... but Malaysia is not a land title.’
Russia questions language of 'unusual' Trump letter to Erdogan

Russia questions language of 'unusual' Trump letter to Erdogan

In the Oct 9 letter, Trump urged Erdogan to halt Turkey's cross-border offensive into northeast Syria.

EU leaders unanimously back a new Brexit deal with Britain

EU leaders unanimously back a new Brexit deal with Britain

Our door will always be open if our British friends decide to return one day, says European Council president Donald Tusk.

RMAF uses its latest aircraft to fly infant heart patient to KL

RMAF uses its latest aircraft to fly infant heart patient to KL

The Airbus A400M aircraft transported the 18-month-old boy from Sabah to seek immediate treatment at IJN.

 

Banking details exposure on petrol subsidy site fixed - Ministry

Banking details exposure on petrol subsidy site fixed - Ministry

The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry increases the site's security before reactivating it for public access.

Yoursay: Food for thought for Maszlee Malik

Yoursay: Food for thought for Maszlee Malik

YOURSAY| ‘Money used to feed the children can be used to nourish their minds instead.’
Cops to record Najib's statement on Facebook posting

Cops to record Najib's statement on Facebook posting

This is in connection with the alleged defamatory statement the ex-PM made against Nga Kor Ming.

The lionheart of Universiti Malaya

The lionheart of Universiti Malaya

COMMENT | And now, the weight of the state machinery is coming down on this young critical thinker!

Yoursay: Malay Dignity Congress looked anything but dignified

Yoursay: Malay Dignity Congress looked anything but dignified

YOURSAY | 'Shame on the politicians who gave them legitimacy by attending the congress.'

Scientist Dr Serena Nik-Zainal bags renowned cancer research award

Scientist Dr Serena Nik-Zainal bags renowned cancer research award

The Cambridge-based researcher's work allows mutations in cancer tumours to be analysed with new bio-informatic methods.

Wong Yan Ke says he'd oppose a Chinese dignity congress, and 8 news from yesterday

Wong Yan Ke says he'd oppose a Chinese dignity congress, and 8 news from yesterday

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

Exploding balloons sum up the true state of Malaysia

Exploding balloons sum up the true state of Malaysia

COMMENT | There is an almost total disregard for health and safety, or rules and regulations.

Hackers target UM e-pay link with protest message

Hackers target UM e-pay link with protest message

Link now leads to a page which is headed by a variation of the Anonymous hackers logo.

Former minister Syed Hamid awarded Japanese honour

Former minister Syed Hamid awarded Japanese honour

Japanese ambassador presents ex-foreign minister with award for strengthening M'sia-Japan relations. 

UM staff groups defend VC, condemn student's protest

UM staff groups defend VC, condemn student's protest

 UMGSU and Pekerti's criticism of Wong Yan Ke's actions is in sharp contrast to sympathy shown by UM academic union.