Archive - 14 November 2019

M'sia comes from behind to edge Thailand in World Cup qualifier

M'sia comes from behind to edge Thailand in World Cup qualifier

Brendan Gan and Mohamadou Sumareh both on target in Harimau Malaya's 2-1 victory in Bukit Jalil.

Non-conforming plastic waste to be sent back - ministry

Non-conforming plastic waste to be sent back - ministry

Also to be returned are containers without plastic waste import licence, and uncleaned and non-homogeneous plastic waste.

'Buy Muslim First' campaign drastically reduced prices of goods - PAS MP

'Buy Muslim First' campaign drastically reduced prices of goods - PAS MP

Che Abdullah Mat Nawi claims campaign more effective in reducing prices than the Sales and Service Tax.

North Korea rebuffs US offer of December talks

North Korea rebuffs US offer of December talks

North Korea seeks lifting of punishing sanctions, but US insist Kim Jong-un must dismantle his nuclear weapons programme first.

Ka Siong: Jeck Seng's post 'taken out of context', MCA not opposing Jawi

Ka Siong: Jeck Seng's post 'taken out of context', MCA not opposing Jawi

TG PIAI POLLS | The MCA president singles out Malaysiakini over a report on Jeck Seng's Facebook post in Chinese.

Public urged to notify Health Ministry on sub-standard cosmetics

Public urged to notify Health Ministry on sub-standard cosmetics

This would help facilitate action if products weren't registered or the labels or registration numbers were changed, says minister.

HR Ministry to come up with list of critical jobs

HR Ministry to come up with list of critical jobs

The list will help as a guideline for students in choosing courses at the tertiary level, says Kulasegaran. 

Batu MP not quitting, says Tian Chua didn't press him despite NGOs' calls

Batu MP not quitting, says Tian Chua didn't press him despite NGOs' calls

The KL High Court had ruled that the EC erred in disqualifying Tian Chua from contesting in GE14.

Video: Man resembling Aziz Bari seeks to oust Faizal, become new Perak MB

Video: Man resembling Aziz Bari seeks to oust Faizal, become new Perak MB

The man was allegedly trying to court Umno assemblypersons to garner enough numbers.

India resumes buying M’sian palm oil as KL offers discount – traders

India resumes buying M’sian palm oil as KL offers discount – traders

It has offered a US$5 (RM20.7) per tonne discount over supplies from rival Indonesia.
Tg Piai by-election up in the air with pollsters predicting conflicting outcomes

Tg Piai by-election up in the air with pollsters predicting conflicting outcomes

TG PIAI POLLS | Ilham Centre expects 'comfortable win' for BN, Institut Darul Ehsan predicts strong lead for Pakatan Harapan.

Aide: Azmin replied invitation letter, handpicked state chiefs fear axing

Aide: Azmin replied invitation letter, handpicked state chiefs fear axing

Hilman Idham accuses detractors of lying, pointing to the fact that the invite was later rescinded. 

Malaysia partners international supply chain managers to boost palm oil exports

Malaysia partners international supply chain managers to boost palm oil exports

Malaysia has signed MoUs with Dubai-based Hakan Agro and China's BOCE Global.

Akmal returns fire, cites Azmin's absenteeism, recalcitrance

Akmal returns fire, cites Azmin's absenteeism, recalcitrance

The real 'hidden hand' skips meetings and issues statements against party interest, says PKR Youth chief.

Bar scythes Zahid and Lokman: Venomous, uncouth, contemptuous...

Bar scythes Zahid and Lokman: Venomous, uncouth, contemptuous...

Their comments on court cases, says its president, undermine public confidence in the judiciary and offend the courts.

Penang launches Harmony Centre to foster unity among different religions

Penang launches Harmony Centre to foster unity among different religions

The centre provides space for religious organisations and groups to conduct retreats, seminars, lectures, and classes.

Tian Chua: I have nothing to do with call for MP's resignation

Tian Chua: I have nothing to do with call for MP's resignation

NGOs want the PKR vice-president to recontest Batu seat in by-election. 

China paper says HK curfew tweet withdrawn due to insufficient info

China paper says HK curfew tweet withdrawn due to insufficient info

The Hong Kong government did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Latheefa calls on private sector to be ready for new corporate liability offence

Latheefa calls on private sector to be ready for new corporate liability offence

This provision in the MACC Act was passed in Parliament last year and will come into force on June 2020.

Kuala Koh's Bateq community optimistic after DPM's announcement of RM3.3mil

Kuala Koh's Bateq community optimistic after DPM's announcement of RM3.3mil

The bulk of the promised funds will go towards a grid power supply and water treatment system.

Youth vice-chief: Azmin sat on invite for more than a month

Youth vice-chief: Azmin sat on invite for more than a month

PKR Youth vice-chief Syed Badli Shah disputes Azmin Ali's claim that he had accepted the Sept 11 invite. 

Ministry proposes 'fact-checker' system to curb fake news

Ministry proposes 'fact-checker' system to curb fake news

The responsibility of curbing fake news does not fall on the gov't alone, says Gobind.

Uyghur activist wants China to stop spying on ethnic minorities

Uyghur activist wants China to stop spying on ethnic minorities

He claims China is using Uyghurs for forced labour in factories. 

MCA sec-gen: Gerakan only attacking us, ignoring other parties

MCA sec-gen: Gerakan only attacking us, ignoring other parties

TG PIAI POLLS | He also claims Gerakan is undermining MCA by splitting the Chinese votes.

Confusion as deputy speaker says police won’t enforce new campaigning rules

Confusion as deputy speaker says police won’t enforce new campaigning rules

TG PIAI POLLS | PARLIAMENT | However it’s unclear from where Nga Kor Ming obtained this information, which he relayed to Noh Omar.
Muslim child born out of wedlock cannot use father's name, court hears

Muslim child born out of wedlock cannot use father's name, court hears

The seven-person Federal Court bench chaired by Chief Judge of Malaya Azahar Mohamed reserved judgment to another date.

Malaysia Baru and its promise of media freedom

Malaysia Baru and its promise of media freedom

LETTER | Media organisations urged to be apolitical to ensure survival. 

I am not afraid of being investigated by IPCMC, says IGP

I am not afraid of being investigated by IPCMC, says IGP

'Like other ordinary Malaysians, I too, am subject to the country's laws.'

Police permit not required for door-to-door campaigning, says AG

Police permit not required for door-to-door campaigning, says AG

Tommy Thomas adds provision does not expressively refer to walkabouts and going to voter's houses.

Parties informed of walkabout permit rule since day one, says Liew

Parties informed of walkabout permit rule since day one, says Liew

Three reminders sent to contesting parties since nomination day, says de facto law minister. 

This is an attempt to silence me, says Azmin after invitation rescinded

This is an attempt to silence me, says Azmin after invitation rescinded

'This is an attempt to shut my mouth, to (stop) me from reprimanding the present leadership'.

Don't ask about LPA, focus on by-election - Jeck Seng

Don't ask about LPA, focus on by-election - Jeck Seng

TG PIAI POLLS | It is claimed that the port authority splurged on renovations for a KL office which was never occupied.

Go to polls early, EC tells voters

Go to polls early, EC tells voters

Avoid rushing to the polling stations at the last minute, says EC chairperson Azhar Azizan Harun. 

Teoh Beng Hock Trust dismayed by corruption charges against coroner

Teoh Beng Hock Trust dismayed by corruption charges against coroner

This raises doubt about possible undue influences and monetary benefits in the 2009 inquest, says the group.

MCA-PAS-Umno ties hypocritical, solely to win Tg Piai by-election - Mahathir

MCA-PAS-Umno ties hypocritical, solely to win Tg Piai by-election - Mahathir

He says MCA's and PAS' actions constantly contradict what they preach, especially when it comes to cooperation between both parties.

Islamic Jihad says truce reached with Israel

Islamic Jihad says truce reached with Israel

The calm in Gaza could still prove tenuous, says UN envoy Nickolay Mladenov. 

This teacher travels 101km to school

This teacher travels 101km to school

He goes through timber trails along thick jungles to reach SK Nanga Entulau in Sarawak.
Case for a win-win defence pact between M'sia and S'pore

Case for a win-win defence pact between M'sia and S'pore

COMMENT | It is surely one way in which both nations can rediscover and reignite their pre-separation affinity. 

Stop emboldening xenophobia in Selangor

Stop emboldening xenophobia in Selangor

LETTER | Making only foreigners pay for using Smart Selangor bus services from 2020 onwards is grossly unfair!
Malaysia seeks explanation from FAA on air safety downgrade - Dr M

Malaysia seeks explanation from FAA on air safety downgrade - Dr M

The PM says the explanation will help Malaysia rectify the issues behind the downgrade.

PM reminds voters he is no longer with BN

PM reminds voters he is no longer with BN

TG PIAI POLLS | Dr M accuses opposition of trying to confuse voters. 

Harm reduction is better than a ban

Harm reduction is better than a ban

A blanket ban will only deprive smokers of a less hazardous alternative.

PAS claims SRR cut sign of problematic economy, urges urgent measures

PAS claims SRR cut sign of problematic economy, urges urgent measures

The SRR rate was last lowered from four percent to its current rate in 2016 to little effect, says PAS central leader.  

BBC's Hardtalk ties up Mujahid in knots

BBC's Hardtalk ties up Mujahid in knots

The Islamic affairs minister endures a tough time when questioned on Zakir Naik and Sisters in Islam.

While Muafakat sings gloom, Kit Siang points to triumphs

While Muafakat sings gloom, Kit Siang points to triumphs

DAP veteran says Muafakat Nasional's prognosis is in total contrast to the recognition given abroad.

Gov't to bear RM10.3b premium in Tabung Haji's restructuring plan

Gov't to bear RM10.3b premium in Tabung Haji's restructuring plan

The pilgrimage fund will transfer its non-performing assets worth RM9.63 billion to a unit of the Finance Ministry for RM19.9 billion.

Singapore activists challenge gay sex ban in court after India ruling

Singapore activists challenge gay sex ban in court after India ruling

Gay sex is also a crime in Malaysia and led to the conviction of PM-in-waiting Anwar Ibrahim.

Climate change blamed as floods overwhelm Venice, swamping basilica and squares

Climate change blamed as floods overwhelm Venice, swamping basilica and squares

Some 80 percent of the lagoon city, including many historical buildings, was flooded yesterday.

M'sia invests in data analytics on student mobility, employability - Maszlee

M'sia invests in data analytics on student mobility, employability - Maszlee

He says this is one of three strategies the country uses to keep pace with the rapidly changing higher education landscape.

Erdogan: Thousands died from delay in Syrian safe zone

Erdogan: Thousands died from delay in Syrian safe zone

Turkey first requested the set-up of the safe zone during a G20 meeting in 2015.

Controversial basikal lajak: A street sport with 'national potential'

Controversial basikal lajak: A street sport with 'national potential'

The basikal lanjak community asserts that the street sport will have a positive impact on youth, if developed right.

Terengganu opens first flood relief centre

Terengganu opens first flood relief centre

Flash floods in a village from overnight heavy rain resulted in 33 residents moving to the relief centre.

India offers 300 tertiary scholarships for Malaysian students

India offers 300 tertiary scholarships for Malaysian students

This was conveyed to Education Minister Maszlee Malik in Paris yesterday by a member of the Indian cabinet.

Police permit for walkabouts – know the electoral laws

Police permit for walkabouts – know the electoral laws

Woe betide to the unlettered politician in trying to raise the cudgels to the dynamic duo and team.

Develop the skills needed for employment

Develop the skills needed for employment

COMMENT | A degree or even a PhD will not guarantee anyone a job.

Federal village community management councils to be set up

Federal village community management councils to be set up

PARLIAMENT | They'll first be set up in five opposition-ruled states to channel info on federal policies, says Sivarasa. 

Indonesia barred Cambodia's Rainsy from flight to Jakarta: MAS

Indonesia barred Cambodia's Rainsy from flight to Jakarta: MAS

'Malaysia Airlines denied boarding of the said passenger under the instruction of the Indonesian authorities.'
Hong Kong protesters blockade universities, stockpile makeshift weapons

Hong Kong protesters blockade universities, stockpile makeshift weapons

Police say violence in the Chinese-ruled city had reached a 'very dangerous and even deadly level'.
Yoursay: Harapan bracing for backlash in Saturday’s by-election

Yoursay: Harapan bracing for backlash in Saturday’s by-election

YOURSAY | ‘A loss would be a reminder to Dr M that we might be fooled, but we are not fools all the time.’
Racial, religious politics can't be reduced by electoral reform alone

Racial, religious politics can't be reduced by electoral reform alone

ADUN SPEAKS | Reforms to the electoral system must be based on the country’s unique history and experience.

Is it the fake news industry that is thriving?

Is it the fake news industry that is thriving?

SATIRE | Tall tales are spread around, with gullible people falling for them – and there are also people shocked, after learning the truth...

Yoursay: Tg Piai will determine whether Harapan should change course

Yoursay: Tg Piai will determine whether Harapan should change course

YOURSAY | ‘Harapan cannot abandon those who voted for them in favour of those who will never vote for them.’
The keenly contested Bar Council elections

The keenly contested Bar Council elections

COMMENT | This year, there are 35 contenders vying for the 12 places. This is more than usual.

Dr M: Don't shoot yourselves in the foot by voting out of anger

Dr M: Don't shoot yourselves in the foot by voting out of anger

TG PIAI POLLS | We will be the ones at a loss if we reject the candidate who can serve us, Harapan chief tells the voters.

Activist claims Undi 18 worsens malapportionment, and 9 news from yesterday

Activist claims Undi 18 worsens malapportionment, and 9 news from yesterday

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