Archive - 24 October 2019

Thirty-nine victims found dead in truck near London were Chinese

Thirty-nine victims found dead in truck near London were Chinese

China embassy says it is seeking further clarification with British police regarding tragedy. 

Sarawak state swimmer found dead at home

Sarawak state swimmer found dead at home

The 19-year-old Ayrton Lim was found unconscious by his mother

Activist Maryam Lee summoned by Jais, allegedly over 'unveiling' discussion

Activist Maryam Lee summoned by Jais, allegedly over 'unveiling' discussion

This comes six months after minister called for probe into forum held at Gerakbudaya.

Putrajaya needs to inject RM1b a year to keep MAS flying - Khazanah

Putrajaya needs to inject RM1b a year to keep MAS flying - Khazanah

Managing director Shahril Ridza Ridzuan believes industry consolidation will save beleaguered national carrier.
McDonald's Malaysia eyes 450 new restaurants by 2025

McDonald's Malaysia eyes 450 new restaurants by 2025

This is expected to create 100,000 jobs, says managing director Azmir Jaafar.

Gov't studying water reservoir systems to help address flash floods

Gov't studying water reservoir systems to help address flash floods

Minister Khalid Samad acknowledges shortcomings of existing systems, says solutions are being studied.

Khazanah: Drastic policy changes have drastic consequences

Khazanah: Drastic policy changes have drastic consequences

The national sovereign wealth fund attributes its dive in 2018 net worth and earnings in part to Harapan’s sudden change in broadband policy.

Chong criticises 'immature' Syed Saddiq for threatening DAP with ultimatum

Chong criticises 'immature' Syed Saddiq for threatening DAP with ultimatum

The threat of open attack is most unbecoming and counter-productive, says party disciplinary committee chief.

Hannah: Don't let child sex offenders get away because of budget constraints

Hannah: Don't let child sex offenders get away because of budget constraints

Deputy minister says perpetrators cannot be let off because of a lack of budget.

How much longer can I lie to my kids, rues detained exco's wife

How much longer can I lie to my kids, rues detained exco's wife

UPDATED 8.47PM | Umar Devi and the wives of two other LTTE-linked detainees are holding sit-ins outside Bukit Aman.

Dec 13 decision for Terengganu Sultanah's application for summary judgment of Sarawak Report suit

Dec 13 decision for Terengganu Sultanah's application for summary judgment of Sarawak Report suit

Lawyer Americk Singh Sidhu says his client, Clare Rewcastle Brown, wants a full trial so that a language expert can testify.

Cybersecurity crimes are on the rise: CyberSecurity Malaysia

Cybersecurity crimes are on the rise: CyberSecurity Malaysia

Breaches involving organisations can take place when the security of data in their possession is not given importance.
Gov't ups 'final bid' for Kg Baru land to RM1,000 per square foot

Gov't ups 'final bid' for Kg Baru land to RM1,000 per square foot

I think this is the final and best offer the government can make, says Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad.


GAPSB handed over RM3.09m after 'greetings' from Isa Samad

GAPSB handed over RM3.09m after 'greetings' from Isa Samad

Witness Ikhwan Zaidel, says the money requested by Isa Samad was handed over in paper bags through nine meetings.

Habeas corpus bid - DAP lawmakers, three others say LTTE defunct since 2009

Habeas corpus bid - DAP lawmakers, three others say LTTE defunct since 2009

In their affidavits-in-support, they point out that as such, it was impossible to accuse them of supporting the organisation.

Hew irreverent, crude and vulgar but not a communist – Kit Siang

Hew irreverent, crude and vulgar but not a communist – Kit Siang

DAP veteran wants a review of comic book ban, reminds ministry of Harapan's promise to repeal PPPA.

IRB seeking summary judgment against Najib's son

IRB seeking summary judgment against Najib's son

The Government is seeking RM37,644,810.73, with interest of 5 percent per annum from the day of judgment until the sum is settled.

1MDB was Najib, Najib was 1MDB, says witness

1MDB was Najib, Najib was 1MDB, says witness

Ex-1MDB CEO Shahrol told court there was no difference in his mind between the entity and the former PM.

TM, MAS and leadership change: Khazanah explains why it lost RM6.3 billion in 2018

TM, MAS and leadership change: Khazanah explains why it lost RM6.3 billion in 2018

Some 85 percent of its investments had been ‘overconcentrated’ in ten assets, according to a Public Accounts Committee report.

Opposition wants DAP banned if linked to spread of illegal ideologies

Opposition wants DAP banned if linked to spread of illegal ideologies

Ismail Sabri says this in wake of the comic book controversy currently engulfing the party. 

CRS: Police ready to carry out enforcement

CRS: Police ready to carry out enforcement

The govt would make the use of child safety seats in vehicles mandatory from Jan 1 next year.

Explain how Hew’s comic ended up in Chinese president’s hands - MCA

Explain how Hew’s comic ended up in Chinese president’s hands - MCA

Wee Ka Siong is referring to photos showing Mahathir Mohamad and the Chinese premier looking at the book.

Six BN, 18 PAS lawmakers throw support behind Dr M to serve full term

Six BN, 18 PAS lawmakers throw support behind Dr M to serve full term

A 'backdoor govt' will not bring any benefit to the country, says Paya Besar MP Mohd Shahar Abdullah.

Hisham sings 'Who am I?' tune again as plot accusation persists

Hisham sings 'Who am I?' tune again as plot accusation persists

Umno lawmaker denies attempting to influence 30 MPs to join Harapan to keep Mahathir as PM.

Home Ministry raids Asia Comic Cultural Museum, seizes Hew's controversial comic books

Home Ministry raids Asia Comic Cultural Museum, seizes Hew's controversial comic books

Hew was not present when Home Ministry officials seized 13 copies of the book at the museum.

'Superman' Hew hangs up cape as M'sia-China Business Council CEO

'Superman' Hew hangs up cape as M'sia-China Business Council CEO

The announcement comes after brickbats against Hew over a comic he authored about China's Belt and Road Initiative.

Govt wants to take part in refugee status determination process

Govt wants to take part in refugee status determination process

The move is aimed at ensuring the national interest, especially the security aspect, is prioritised - Muhyiddin.

Rais wants politicians like New York congresswoman, not apple-polishers in M'sia

Rais wants politicians like New York congresswoman, not apple-polishers in M'sia

Bersatu strategist is impressed with Ocasio-Cortez's grilling of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg.

Malaysian, Indian foreign ministers meet amidst palm oil issue

Malaysian, Indian foreign ministers meet amidst palm oil issue

Following Prime Minister Dr Mahathir's remarks on Kashmir, an Indian trade association has advised its members not to buy Malaysian palm oil.

Chinese ship heads away after disputed surveys in South China Sea

Chinese ship heads away after disputed surveys in South China Sea

The vessel has been embroiled in a tense three-month standoff in Vietnamese-controlled waters.

Mosque officials, speakers with political agenda should resign - Sultan Nazrin

Mosque officials, speakers with political agenda should resign - Sultan Nazrin

The sultan also admonished groups which seek to use mosques to further their agendas.

EC sells 6 sets of nomination forms for Tanjung Piai by-election

EC sells 6 sets of nomination forms for Tanjung Piai by-election

On the possibility of a flood during the by-election, the EC says it is prepared for any eventuality.

Gov't wants healthy business climate, says Saifuddin

Gov't wants healthy business climate, says Saifuddin

PARLIAMENT | In face of the 'Buy Muslim Products First' campaign, he says that business must be based on fair play.

Leiking confident palm oil issue won't derail RCEP talks

Leiking confident palm oil issue won't derail RCEP talks

It is the private sector in India making the demand (to boycott), but we have yet to hear from the government, says Leiking.

Households remain resilient despite elevated aggregate debt level: BNM

Households remain resilient despite elevated aggregate debt level: BNM

UPDATED 3.34PM | However, certain segments are vulnerable to shocks, says an official. 

Ramasamy grateful DAP leaders saner than Bersatu's 'kid'

Ramasamy grateful DAP leaders saner than Bersatu's 'kid'

He also says DAP leaders will not distance themselves from Ronnie Liu just to appease others.

Muhyiddin: Government has ‘solid basis’ to ban comic

Muhyiddin: Government has ‘solid basis’ to ban comic

One reason cited for the ban was the spreading of erroneous facts about communist ideology

Wife of South Korea's former justice minister arrested in corruption scandal

Wife of South Korea's former justice minister arrested in corruption scandal

Her arrest comes as part of an investigation by prosecutors into former justice minister Cho Kuk.

'No budget, no training' - why the gov't is struggling to give child sex victims justice

'No budget, no training' - why the gov't is struggling to give child sex victims justice

PARLIAMENT |  Facilities at police centres and the courts are lacking, says de facto law minister Liew Vui Keong.

Sisters in Islam’s co-founder Zainah Anwar wins UN award

Sisters in Islam’s co-founder Zainah Anwar wins UN award

The award recognises Zainah's work in promoting the rights of Muslim women.

Jho Low 's multi-million London lingerie office to be put on sale

Jho Low 's multi-million London lingerie office to be put on sale

The office building was reportedly purchased in 2014 for £42m and utilised as headquarters for Myla, a lingerie company.

State exco refutes 'Penang gov't like board of directors' claim

State exco refutes 'Penang gov't like board of directors' claim

Exco for health and agriculture Dr Afif Bahardin says like parents and their children is a better metaphor.                   

Army demonstrations to continue using live bullets, says Mat Sabu

Army demonstrations to continue using live bullets, says Mat Sabu

PARLIAMENT | The defence minister says a special team has been formed to review the SOP for training using live bullets.

Court sets Oct 31 to hear five Sosma detainees' habeas corpus application

Court sets Oct 31 to hear five Sosma detainees' habeas corpus application

The five suspects, including two DAP assemblypersons, are among the 12 arrested for alleged links with LTTE.

‘Childish’ - S'gor speaker turns down Bersatu rep’s request to sit with opposition

‘Childish’ - S'gor speaker turns down Bersatu rep’s request to sit with opposition

UPDATED 12.24PM | The Jeram lawmaker wanted to sit with the opposition to protest a DAP man’s criticism of the PM.

Online gambling: 26 Chinese nationals nabbed

Online gambling: 26 Chinese nationals nabbed

The online gambling syndicate offered related activities via the TikTok and WeChat applications - police.

Malaysia ranked 12th in World Bank Doing Business 2020 Report

Malaysia ranked 12th in World Bank Doing Business 2020 Report

The report ranks 190 economies worldwide, with M'sia rising three spots from last year's 15th position.

Ronnie: I'm ready to face action but what about Azmin?

Ronnie: I'm ready to face action but what about Azmin?

Unapologetic about his remarks, the DAP assemblyperson asks why the PKR leader has not been hauled up.

AFRS personnel dies during drill at Penang Airport

AFRS personnel dies during drill at Penang Airport

The 59-year-old suffers a heart attack during the exercise and dies while receiving treatment at hospital.

Islamic NGO Mapim to lead Asean group to Kashmir

Islamic NGO Mapim to lead Asean group to Kashmir

Mapim says the Pakistan gov't has tasked it to show regional lawmakers including from Malaysia what is happening there.

Zunar against banning of ‘Superman’ Hew’s comic

Zunar against banning of ‘Superman’ Hew’s comic

‘I personally may or may not agree with the content, but I’m strongly against the banning of the comic.’

Republican lawmakers storm into Trump impeachment inquiry

Republican lawmakers storm into Trump impeachment inquiry

Capitol police were called in to clear the room and bring order.
Malaysia's foreign policy back to NAM's founding principles - Saifuddin

Malaysia's foreign policy back to NAM's founding principles - Saifuddin

The foreign minister says the Pakatan Harapan government have taken steps to re-adopt 'fundamental' foreign policies.
Day 25: 1MDB believed that Petro Saudi Caymans was fully owned by PSI

Day 25: 1MDB believed that Petro Saudi Caymans was fully owned by PSI

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

Five cops tested positive for drugs detained

Five cops tested positive for drugs detained

The five were nabbed following a raid in Subang.

Yoursay: Dr M's missteps on India could cost Malaysia dearly

Yoursay: Dr M's missteps on India could cost Malaysia dearly

YOURSAY | ‘You think Indonesia will support Malaysia by not selling palm oil to India?’
EU keeps UK waiting on Brexit delay, Johnson gears for an election

EU keeps UK waiting on Brexit delay, Johnson gears for an election

EU envoys will meet on Friday to decide on the UK's request for a three-month Brexit extension.

Transport Ministry to consider e-hailing bus proposal

Transport Ministry to consider e-hailing bus proposal

Minister Anthony Loke says the ministry is reviewing regulations to send busses to passengers.

Yoursay: A sinister plot by ‘Gang of Five’?

Yoursay: A sinister plot by ‘Gang of Five’?

YOURSAY | ‘If this behind the scene evil scheming is true, it is the greatest betrayal by the Gang of Five…’
Encourage e-wallet use through BSH, save RM450m for other uses - economist

Encourage e-wallet use through BSH, save RM450m for other uses - economist

Economist Muhammad Abdul Khalid says it is a good idea to get low-income people to have an e-wallet.

Muhammed Khalid: Developers should lower prices for unsold high-end homes

Muhammed Khalid: Developers should lower prices for unsold high-end homes

He says market forces should determine the prices and there's no need for government intervention

Wong Yan Ke - the rebel in the spotlight

Wong Yan Ke - the rebel in the spotlight

MALAYSIANSKINI | Wong Yan Ke is committed to speaking out against injustice even if it drags most people out of their comfort zone.

Malaysia’s tallest tower completed, and 9 news from yesterday

Malaysia’s tallest tower completed, and 9 news from yesterday

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