Archive - 11 November 2019

CAAM admits 'shortcomings' after air safety ratings downgrade

CAAM admits 'shortcomings' after air safety ratings downgrade

It says it will work to address the constructive criticism with a view to restoring its Category 1 status.

Dr M believes Harapan can win Tg Piai despite being mistaken for Umno chief

Dr M believes Harapan can win Tg Piai despite being mistaken for Umno chief

TG PIAI POLLS | PM says there is evidence many voters have changed their stand and will now support Harapan.

Did I say anything wrong? - Perak MB on calls to apologise

Did I say anything wrong? - Perak MB on calls to apologise

Bersatu chairperson Dr Mahathir Mohamad also brushed aside calls for Ahmad Faizal Azumu to apologise.

SRC case: I'm shocked Najib is shocked, says Dr M

SRC case: I'm shocked Najib is shocked, says Dr M

'The whole world knows Najib is guilty. But you have to follow the rule of law,' says prime minister.
Spoonful of palm oil campaign for awareness, not to boost sales - Kok

Spoonful of palm oil campaign for awareness, not to boost sales - Kok

TG PIAI POLLS | Primary industries minister says Malaysian palm oil has many health benefits.

Cambodian opposition leader inspired by M'sia's democratic change

Cambodian opposition leader inspired by M'sia's democratic change

INTERVIEW | Sam Rainsy expresses gratitude to M'sians for restoring democracy and serving a model for the rest of Southeast Asia.

EC: Independent candidate not barred from campaigning

EC: Independent candidate not barred from campaigning

TG PIAI POLLS | Azhar Azizan Harun says candidate's issue was over non-payment of campaign material deposit.  

Dr M invites Tg Piai residents to attend Harapan's 'mega ceramah'

Dr M invites Tg Piai residents to attend Harapan's 'mega ceramah'

It is aimed at reaching out to the locals and will be held on Wednesday at Kukup Laut Bus Terminal.

Writer Yvonne Foong dies after long battle with rare disorder

Writer Yvonne Foong dies after long battle with rare disorder

She breathed her last in her sleep with her mother by her side.
Nik Faisal recruited into 1MDB from Jho Low's company - witness

Nik Faisal recruited into 1MDB from Jho Low's company - witness

NAJIB TRIAL | Ex-1MDB CEO Shahrol Azral testifies that the appointment was sanctioned by Najib.

US aviation authority downgrades Malaysia's air safety rating: sources

US aviation authority downgrades Malaysia's air safety rating: sources

The downgrade will restrict Malaysian airlines from adding flights to the US.

Gov't offer for Kg Baru is highest so far for Malay reserve land

Gov't offer for Kg Baru is highest so far for Malay reserve land

The offer is equivalent to RM43.5 million per acre.

Dr M, what if you are the problem facing the country?

Dr M, what if you are the problem facing the country?

LETTER | Dr Mahathir's second round as prime minister has been a tremendous disappointment.

Najib was shadow director with enormous influence on SRC: High Court

Najib was shadow director with enormous influence on SRC: High Court

SRC TRIAL | Judge Mohd Nazlan says it was no surprise that SRC's board would comply with Najib's wishes.

Former chief judge appointed Prasarana chairperson

Former chief judge appointed Prasarana chairperson

Zaharah Ibrahim is filling the vacancy left by Khalid Abu Bakar who resigned on Aug 17 last year.

Six Tanjung Piai schools to get RM3m for open-air halls

Six Tanjung Piai schools to get RM3m for open-air halls

The late Tanjung Piai MP had mooted the idea to assist local schools and communities, says Maszlee.

Poor SPM results not a barrier for K-pop group BlackPink's translator

Poor SPM results not a barrier for K-pop group BlackPink's translator

Aishah taught herself Korean language and was interpreting for stars just 14 months later.

Najib hopes to clear name with defence witnesses proving his innocence

Najib hopes to clear name with defence witnesses proving his innocence

SRC TRIAL | 'This time, defence witnesses would be given the opportunity to provide the true picture'.

IRB cannot reveal info of tax payers because of tax and privacy laws

IRB cannot reveal info of tax payers because of tax and privacy laws

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng says the tax department wants to be transparent, but it cannot divulge personal information of tax payers.

Need for Muslims to get the world on their side - Dr M

Need for Muslims to get the world on their side - Dr M

'We need to get sympathy and support of the world to stop the oppression of Muslims by the Israelis.'

Putting an end to man-elephant conflicts in Sabah

Putting an end to man-elephant conflicts in Sabah

There are only an estimated 2,000 pygmy elephants left in Sabah.

Lynas steers clear of sinking ‘bauxite barge’

Lynas steers clear of sinking ‘bauxite barge’

Company denies link to viral video, blames activists for spreading fake news.  

Ibrahim Ali: Courts must decide if vernacular schools should exist

Ibrahim Ali: Courts must decide if vernacular schools should exist

This after the apex court dismisses Putra veep Mohd Khairul Azam's suit to question the existence of the schools.

Shafee: Najib shocked, expected to be acquitted of all charges

Shafee: Najib shocked, expected to be acquitted of all charges

SRC TRIAL | On the bright side, the lawyer is glad that ex-PM can now tell his side of the story.

Lokman: If not for Dr M's meddling, Najib would be a free man

Lokman: If not for Dr M's meddling, Najib would be a free man

UPDATED 4.43PM | Since the beginning, I knew there was interference from Mahathir, he claims.

Najib being called to enter defence will not affect BN's support in Tg Piai

Najib being called to enter defence will not affect BN's support in Tg Piai

TG PIAI POLLS | BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi also said the case has nothing to do with the by-election.

Cambodian opposition leader meets French envoy after house arrest lifted

Cambodian opposition leader meets French envoy after house arrest lifted

Kem Sokha remains charged with treason and is banned from politics and leaving the country.

MP wants health tests for lawmakers after deputy minister collapses

MP wants health tests for lawmakers after deputy minister collapses

PARLIAMENT | Eddin Syazlee Shith, 45, faints in his seat during the question-and-answer session in Parliament. 

Disrespecting 'Negaraku': Court sets Feb 10-12 for hearing

Disrespecting 'Negaraku': Court sets Feb 10-12 for hearing

Seven individuals are alleged to have refused to stand to attention while the national anthem was played during a fundraising dinner.
Early voters to vote tomorrow, all 280 police officers and personnel

Early voters to vote tomorrow, all 280 police officers and personnel

TG PIAI POLLS | The voting process will be streamed live on the Election Commission's Facebook page, says EC chairperson. 

Goodies that 'coincide' with the Tg Piai by-election

Goodies that 'coincide' with the Tg Piai by-election

TG PIAI POLLS | Malaysiakini lists the aid or promises that have been announced for Tanjung Piai in recent weeks.
Court orders Najib to enter defence for all seven SRC charges

Court orders Najib to enter defence for all seven SRC charges

SRC TRIAL | Ex-prime minister faces a maximum 20-year jail term for each count of corruption.

Action on police critic underlines urgency for change in the force

Action on police critic underlines urgency for change in the force

LETTER | Civil society groups: Police reform is the biggest failure in Pakatan Harapan’s agenda of institutional improvements. 

Guan Eng baffled why Wee not happy DAP assisting Bersatu

Guan Eng baffled why Wee not happy DAP assisting Bersatu

I would be more than happy if someone is willing to assist me in my constituency, says Lim.

Deputy minister falls ill in Dewan Rakyat

Deputy minister falls ill in Dewan Rakyat

He slumped in his seat while Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Raja Kamarul Bahrin Raja Ahmad was addressing the house.

Court denies leave for lawyer to challenge existence of vernacular schools

Court denies leave for lawyer to challenge existence of vernacular schools

UPDATED 11.53AM | Apex court rules that the Parliament has the jurisdiction to formulate laws on education. 

Perak PAS invites Faizal Azumu to join Muafakat Nasional

Perak PAS invites Faizal Azumu to join Muafakat Nasional

The Perak MB is facing criticism following his remarks on "waging a solo battle" against DAP which went viral.

Pope Francis to reunite with cousin on visit to Thailand

Pope Francis to reunite with cousin on visit to Thailand

Sister Sivori, who has lived in Thailand for more than 50 years, will travel with the Pope when he arrives on Nov 20.

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Hong Kong spirals into rare daylight violence as police shoot protester

Hong Kong spirals into rare daylight violence as police shoot protester

Latest violence is in retaliation with the death of a student activist last week as protesters forced to disperse by police. 


Yoursay: Azmin has some explaining to do on his travel bills

Yoursay: Azmin has some explaining to do on his travel bills

YOURSAY | 'How can we trust Azmin to handle the country's economy when he can't even handle his own travel bills?'

Legislators' meeting with Sam Rainsy an informal get together, says Nurul Izzah

Legislators' meeting with Sam Rainsy an informal get together, says Nurul Izzah

She confirms the meeting will take place tomorrow.

Yoursay: Will Harapan take the Perak MB to task?

Yoursay: Will Harapan take the Perak MB to task?

YOURSAY | 'Time and again, Bersatu emerges as an unworthy coalition partner in Harapan.'

Najib SRC case: Will he walk or be called to enter defence? Decision today

Najib SRC case: Will he walk or be called to enter defence? Decision today

Najib is charged with seven counts of abuse of power, CBT and money laundering involving RM42 million from SRC International.

Bolivia's Morales resigns after protests over disputed October vote

Bolivia's Morales resigns after protests over disputed October vote

A report finds "clear manipulations" of the voting system of Bolivia, which under Morales had one of the region's strongest economic growth rates.

Day 33: Shahrol too ill to continue, proceedings resume on Wednesday

Day 33: Shahrol too ill to continue, proceedings resume on Wednesday

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

MTUC seeks genuine consultation with gov't

MTUC seeks genuine consultation with gov't

Congress hopes technical panel meeting on amendments to labour laws it attends in Putrajaya today will be held in genuine spirit.

Saifuddin: Harapan a fair party with various races

Saifuddin: Harapan a fair party with various races

TG PIAI POLLS | We practice equality and fairness, with members of the administration from various races, adds its sec-gen.

DAP, Bersatu is just not into you

DAP, Bersatu is just not into you

COMMENT | DAP should stop swooning over Bersatu.

Bersatu to summon Perak MB to explain, and 7 news from yesterday

Bersatu to summon Perak MB to explain, and 7 news from yesterday

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