Archive - 20 October 2019

After deputy's attack on Maszlee, Youth chief distances DAP from Hew's comic

After deputy's attack on Maszlee, Youth chief distances DAP from Hew's comic

The contents of the comic are the personal perspective of the author, says Howard Lee. 
Penang DCM II summoned to Bukit Aman tomorrow

Penang DCM II summoned to Bukit Aman tomorrow

This is over his comment about police handling of a shooting incident in Rawang.

Another pygmy elephant shot dead, tusks removed

Another pygmy elephant shot dead, tusks removed

Sabah Wildlife Department says the carcass was discovered in a plantation in Beluran.
Maszlee: MOE's decision not to approve comic book was based on law

Maszlee: MOE's decision not to approve comic book was based on law

'We acted on the advice of the Home Affairs Ministry,' says minister.
Harapan to announce candidate for Tg Piai polls on Oct 30

Harapan to announce candidate for Tg Piai polls on Oct 30

Tg Piai Bersatu division chief says the party had submitted three names for the party leadership to decide.  
Clarification on 5-minute waiting time for e-hailing drivers at KLIA2

Clarification on 5-minute waiting time for e-hailing drivers at KLIA2

LETTER | No extra charge after the first five minutes nor after any particular time period.

PAS defends MIC giving legal aid to detainees suspected of LTTE links

PAS defends MIC giving legal aid to detainees suspected of LTTE links

Secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan says it is not tantamount to MIC supporting terrorism.
Bersatu man: DAP reps backing Hew represent M'sians or Communist Party?

Bersatu man: DAP reps backing Hew represent M'sians or Communist Party?

Ashraf Mustaqim fires at DAP grassroots for attacking Maszlee's decision on Hew's comic book.

MTUC is needed in the country

MTUC is needed in the country

ADUN SPEAKS | Reform NLAC to ensure MTUC has bigger and more effective role of endorsement rather than consultation.

Hong Kong police, protesters exchange tear gas, petrol bombs

Hong Kong police, protesters exchange tear gas, petrol bombs

Protesters trashed shops and metro stations and set fires along the protest march route.

RM750 special payment for Kedah civil servants

RM750 special payment for Kedah civil servants

The payment of the special assistance will be made in December.

Azmin: M'sia not realising full growth potential

Azmin: M'sia not realising full growth potential

Restructuring of the nation’s economy will focus on the use of high technology and innovation, says minister.  
Nine cops nabbed at entertainment centres

Nine cops nabbed at entertainment centres

Disciplinary action will be taken against the policemen for going against orders to not visit entertainment outlets.

Wait until by-election is over to fulfil late MP's wishes - Bersih

Wait until by-election is over to fulfil late MP's wishes - Bersih

Chairperson Thomas Fann says giving out federal funds in Tg Piai could be perceived as an attempt to buy votes.

Kleptocrats will escape justice if Harapan dismantled, warns Kit Siang

Kleptocrats will escape justice if Harapan dismantled, warns Kit Siang

The war against kleptocracy and corruption must be carried out to its logical conclusion, he says.

MOE in no hurry to abolish streaming - Maszlee

MOE in no hurry to abolish streaming - Maszlee

What I said was in the future, we want to ensure that students are not stuck with the streams, he said.

MyPPP saga: CWC meeting fizzles out, Kayveas to meet ROS

MyPPP saga: CWC meeting fizzles out, Kayveas to meet ROS

This follows the no-show of Kayveas' rival, Maglin Dennis D'Cruz and his faction.

Lawyer to challenge Sosma detention of five over LTTE links

Lawyer to challenge Sosma detention of five over LTTE links

Lawyer Ramkarpal Singh tells Malaysiakini he will be filing a habeas corpus application at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex tomorrow.
Abim points out what's wrong with Hew's BRI comic

Abim points out what's wrong with Hew's BRI comic

The comic alleges those who support the Uyghur community in China are 'radicals'.

Baru Bian: All planned infrastructure projects in Kelantan will be implemented

Baru Bian: All planned infrastructure projects in Kelantan will be implemented

The works minister is refuting allegations that the Pakatan Harapan government is marginalising the state.

Announcement  on Kampung Baru land on Thursday - Khalid Samad

Announcement on Kampung Baru land on Thursday - Khalid Samad

He says he has met and discussed on the matter with the prime minister and Kampung Bharu Development Corporation.

DAP must distance itself from BRI comic - DAP state leader

DAP must distance itself from BRI comic - DAP state leader

He says the party is now linked to the controversial comic due to the support from a small group with DAP.

Amanah women's chief not nominated at division polls

Amanah women's chief not nominated at division polls

It is unclear if she opted out of the election or failed to be nominated.

HR Ministry: New labour law does not need endorsement from MTUC, MEF

HR Ministry: New labour law does not need endorsement from MTUC, MEF

Both MTUC and MEF are urging lawmakers in the upper house to block the passage of the bill.

Thousands take to Lebanon's streets in third day of anti-government protests

Thousands take to Lebanon's streets in third day of anti-government protests

The unrest has been sparked by the rising cost of living and entrenched cronyism.

Erdogan says Turkey to resume Syria offensive if truce deal falters

Erdogan says Turkey to resume Syria offensive if truce deal falters

US Vice-President Mike Pence had negotiated a five-day truce to allow Kurdish fighters to withdraw.

Kadir Jasin doesn't buy 'Hisham move' story

Kadir Jasin doesn't buy 'Hisham move' story

He believes the matter has more to do with Umno's current internal problems.

Number of Perak flood victims stay at 241 this morning

Number of Perak flood victims stay at 241 this morning

The victims are being housed at three temporary evacuation centres.

Fallout from Trump's trade wars felt by economies around the world

Fallout from Trump's trade wars felt by economies around the world

Central bank governors and finance ministers tell how their economies have suffered due to US trade policies.

Boris Johnson sends unsigned letter to EU asking for Brexit delay

Boris Johnson sends unsigned letter to EU asking for Brexit delay

He is compelled by law to request for a delay after lawmakers thwarted his attempt to pass his Brexit deal on Saturday.

Transportation systems must be prepared for VMY 2020 - Loke

Transportation systems must be prepared for VMY 2020 - Loke

Malaysia is also hosting Apec 2020 and a high number of tourists and visitors are expected.

Disruptive behaviour at workplace can court dismissal

Disruptive behaviour at workplace can court dismissal

COMMENT |  Your length of service and previous record of clean service may not be able to assist you in mitigation.

3pct deficit and below for 2020 an achievable work-in-progress

3pct deficit and below for 2020 an achievable work-in-progress

COMMENT | This despite the realistic backdrop of the 'perfect storm' enveloping the global economy since 2017.

Yoursay: Jobless graduates – focus more on quality students, less on quantity

Yoursay: Jobless graduates – focus more on quality students, less on quantity

YOURSAY| ‘The real world can be a cruel place if the graduates are not equipped with the necessary ‘tools’.’
Here's how much the haze costs us

Here's how much the haze costs us

COMMENT | The haze has very real economic implications for both the Malaysian government and its citizens.

UM hacked again and 5 news from yesterday

UM hacked again and 5 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.