Archive - 29 October 2019

Gov't says it has set up committee to tackle sensitive, racial issues

Gov't says it has set up committee to tackle sensitive, racial issues

PARLIAMENT | The new committee will comprise representatives from several ministries and agencies, says Hanipa Maidin.

Bill on political funding to be tabled next year

Bill on political funding to be tabled next year

VK Liew says the bill will focus on the regulatory aspect of political contributions.

Floods - more than 2,000 people in six states relocated

Floods - more than 2,000 people in six states relocated

The six states are Perlis, Perak, Kedah, Penang, Johor and Selangor.
New committee to look into PTPTN's replacement: Maszlee

New committee to look into PTPTN's replacement: Maszlee

PARLIAMENT | The government is also looking at making tertiary education free for all who qualify.

Grinning Wee Ka Siong says BN's Tg Piai candidate has been ‘decided’

Grinning Wee Ka Siong says BN's Tg Piai candidate has been ‘decided’

'Wait for the announcement tomorrow. You see my face?' he tells reporters.

DAP issues show-cause letter to Ronnie Liu

DAP issues show-cause letter to Ronnie Liu

Party disciplinary committee chairperson Chong Chieng Jen says it is awaiting for Liu’s response.

Opposition leader says 'illegal' to force acquisition of Kg Baru land, but ...

Opposition leader says 'illegal' to force acquisition of Kg Baru land, but ...

PARLIAMENT | Ismail Sabri claims the Land Acquisition Act cannot be used to acquire Kg Baru land. 

Dr M has veered into the path of personal agenda

Dr M has veered into the path of personal agenda

LETTER | Mahathir has left the difficult path of fulfilling his electoral promises, for the path of personal agenda.

Is the ban on paraquat really happening?

Is the ban on paraquat really happening?

LETTER |  We are concerned that there is no further news about the ban as to the following.

Why not Muhyiddin as PM?

Why not Muhyiddin as PM?

LETTER |  Why has he suddenly been left out of the equation after all the sacrifices he made?

Jho Low akin to a fox guarding a chicken: Shafee

Jho Low akin to a fox guarding a chicken: Shafee

NAJIB TRIAL | Defence counsel draws this analogy as he chides ex-1MDB CEO Shahrol for continuing to take instructions from Low.

1MDB board was unaware of US1b JV fund split - Ex-1MDB CEO

1MDB board was unaware of US1b JV fund split - Ex-1MDB CEO

He says consent was not obtained due to time constraints and the 'need to get things done'.

BN promises to field younger candidate than Harapan's in Tg Piai

BN promises to field younger candidate than Harapan's in Tg Piai

Harapan's candidate for the by-election is Tanjung Piai Bersatu chief Karmaine Sardini, 66.

New Naratif slams investigation into Maryam Lee event

New Naratif slams investigation into Maryam Lee event

 Regional activist group issues message of solidarity following news that author has been called in to give a statement to Jais.
PAS was offered but rejected Perlis exco post - Tuan Ibrahim

PAS was offered but rejected Perlis exco post - Tuan Ibrahim

However, we support all the policies of the Perlis and Pahang state governments, says PAS deputy president.
No barring of 'kap chai' as vast majority of 16m motorcycles in that category: Loke

No barring of 'kap chai' as vast majority of 16m motorcycles in that category: Loke

Proposal to have motorcycle lanes in next malaysia Plan, says minister.

Court rejects bid to challenge smoking ban

Court rejects bid to challenge smoking ban

Their application is dismissed on the grounds that the Health Ministry had acted within its jurisdiction, and their rights had not been violated.

Dr M offers sarcastic apology for 'solving' 1997 financial crisis, helping tycoons

Dr M offers sarcastic apology for 'solving' 1997 financial crisis, helping tycoons

In a mystifying tirade, the prime minister stresses the importance of the uber-rich class to the national economy.
Task force formed to facilitate drug decriminalisation process, says Saddiq

Task force formed to facilitate drug decriminalisation process, says Saddiq

The stand is to differentiate between drug addicts and distributors, and addicts should not be jailed.

Hong Kong disqualifies democracy activist Joshua Wong from district elections

Hong Kong disqualifies democracy activist Joshua Wong from district elections

Wong describes his disqualification - on the grounds that advocacy of Hong Kong’s self-determination violates electoral laws - as “political censorship”.

Maszlee: Being pictured with Hew's comic no proof gov't endorsed it

Maszlee: Being pictured with Hew's comic no proof gov't endorsed it

PARLIAMENT | The comic book, which has been barred from being distributed in schools, has since been banned.
Police to identify perpetrators of firecrackers attack at border guard post

Police to identify perpetrators of firecrackers attack at border guard post

The post at the M'sia-Thai boder was attacked with four firecrackers.

Swimming lessons on canvas: Creative teaching to overcome poor resources

Swimming lessons on canvas: Creative teaching to overcome poor resources

Without access to a pool, special education teachers in Sandakan find creative ways to give basic aquatic training.
Anwar points finger at political leaders for causing racial tensions

Anwar points finger at political leaders for causing racial tensions

I do not think this is a problem of the rakyat but a problem of some among the leadership, says Port Dickson MP.
Sports minister leaving choice to athletes on syariah-compliant sportswear

Sports minister leaving choice to athletes on syariah-compliant sportswear

UPDATED 3.15PM| PARLIAMENT | We will talk to the athletes as our stand is not to force anyone to wear syariah-compliant attire, says Syed Saddiq.

Gerakan fielding deputy sec-gen Wendy Subramaniam in Tanjung Piai by-election

Gerakan fielding deputy sec-gen Wendy Subramaniam in Tanjung Piai by-election

Tanjung Piai Bersatu chief Karmaine Sardini will be representing Harapan in the by-election.

Vietnam to help identify the 39 victims in UK tragedy

Vietnam to help identify the 39 victims in UK tragedy

Its foreign affairs ministry is working with the UK Embassy in Vietnam to speed up identification process.
'We know we made mistakes' on 737 MAX: Boeing CEO

'We know we made mistakes' on 737 MAX: Boeing CEO

Muilenburg was stripped of his title as Boeing chairperson by the board earlier this month.

Democrats vote on Thursday on making Trump impeachment probe public

Democrats vote on Thursday on making Trump impeachment probe public

Trump and fellow Republicans brand the work of committees probing Trump's overtures to Ukraine as illegitimate.

'My husband is not a terrorist' cries wife of PKR man charged for LTTE-linked items

'My husband is not a terrorist' cries wife of PKR man charged for LTTE-linked items

UPDATED 4.54PM | Tamilmalar appeals to PKR president Anwar Ibrahim to speak up for her husband A Kalaimughilan.

Penang exco moots time limit on drinking alcohol to prevent DUI

Penang exco moots time limit on drinking alcohol to prevent DUI

This policy will deter drivers under the influence of alcohol from being on the road," says Afif Bahardin. 
Where are the visionary leaders of today?

Where are the visionary leaders of today?

COMMENT | We should only support visionary statesmen and reject the purveyors of hate and division.

Australian regulator files lawsuit against Google for data collection

Australian regulator files lawsuit against Google for data collection

Australia is also set to establish a dedicated office to police Facebook Inc and Google.

Kurdish forces say Baghdadi's underwear was DNA tested before raid

Kurdish forces say Baghdadi's underwear was DNA tested before raid

They say they were involved in sending coordinates, directing the airdrop, participating in the operation until the last minute.
Lawmakers should declare assets and income

Lawmakers should declare assets and income

COMMENT | There is no good reason for any lawmaker to refuse to declare his or her assets or income for public scrutiny.

Baghdadi given burial at sea, afforded religious rites

Baghdadi given burial at sea, afforded religious rites

US officials did not disclose where the ritual was performed or how long it lasted.

'Global ring' involved in smuggling 39 found dead in UK truck, court told

'Global ring' involved in smuggling 39 found dead in UK truck, court told

The discovery of the bodies has shone a light on the illicit human trafficking trade from Asia, African and the Middle East.

The risks of a ‘backdoor’ government

The risks of a ‘backdoor’ government

COMMENT | Any betrayal of the GE14 mandate will leave a lasting imprint.
DAP reps, teacher, businessperson among those charged over 'LTTE links'

DAP reps, teacher, businessperson among those charged over 'LTTE links'

UPDATED 5.O5PM | They are in six courts in Penang, Ayer Keroh, Kuala Kangsar, Selayang, Sepang and Segamat

When is Kongres Maruah Melayu 2.0?

When is Kongres Maruah Melayu 2.0?

LETTER | We want free speech, so why are some Malaysians worried about this congress?

French police arrest far-right supporter over mosque shooting

French police arrest far-right supporter over mosque shooting

Two elderly persons were seriously injured in the shooting on Monday

Netanyahu says Iran seeking means to attack Israel from Yemen

Netanyahu says Iran seeking means to attack Israel from Yemen

Iran wants to develop precision-guided missiles that can hit any target in Israel, adds the Israeli PM.

Honouring promises is paramount to New Malaysia

Honouring promises is paramount to New Malaysia

LETTER | And why are our political leaders are getting constantly entangled in racial and religious rhetorics?

Day 26: 'Jho Low was in a way facilitating the misappropriation from 1MDB'

Day 26: 'Jho Low was in a way facilitating the misappropriation from 1MDB'

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


Amazon could challenge loss of US$10 billion Pentagon cloud deal

Amazon could challenge loss of US$10 billion Pentagon cloud deal

The multinational technology company could act as early as next week, should it decide to fight Pentagon’s decision.

Yoursay: Motion against vernacular schools reeks of a political motive

Yoursay: Motion against vernacular schools reeks of a political motive

YOURSAY | ‘Why didn’t Khairul act against vernacular schools during BN’s six-decade rule?’
Yoursay: The message is minorities should know their place and shut up

Yoursay: The message is minorities should know their place and shut up

'But they should not be punished for the 'bargain' made by their forebears – forever.'                   
US wants to strengthen anti-Islamic State coalition after Baghdadi death

US wants to strengthen anti-Islamic State coalition after Baghdadi death

Security experts warn that the group remains a security threat in Syria and beyond.

Harapan names Tg Piai candidate, and 8 news from yesterday

Harapan names Tg Piai candidate, and 8 news from yesterday

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