Archive - 25 November 2019

Negri Sembilan adamant it won't ban child marriage

Negri Sembilan adamant it won't ban child marriage

Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun said the existing law was strict enough on the matter.

Efforts underway to revive Sumatran Rhino with Indonesia's help

Efforts underway to revive Sumatran Rhino with Indonesia's help

Eggs produced by Iman, which died last Saturday, to be fertilised with sperm from Indonesian male rhino.

New death by hanging case but older ones still yet to see inquest

New death by hanging case but older ones still yet to see inquest

One is involving the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency and another in Seremban prison, says lawyer M Manoharan.

'You should join the Olympics' : Shahidan teased for ‘diving’ off-topic

'You should join the Olympics' : Shahidan teased for ‘diving’ off-topic

PARLIAMENT | The BN-Arau MP earned the quip after he deviated from the basis of the topic being debated in the House today.
After Azmin's episode, Umno MP says afraid to meet minister

After Azmin's episode, Umno MP says afraid to meet minister

It's dangerous to meet now. If we meet, the statement about the meeting later will be different, says Ismail Mohamed Said.

Khazanah sells stakes worth RM5.66 billion, including in Alibaba

Khazanah sells stakes worth RM5.66 billion, including in Alibaba

Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund has been under pressure to raise funds for the debt-laden Pakatan Harapan gov't.

Anti-Lynas MP: Minister rubbing salt into the wound with manifesto excuse

Anti-Lynas MP: Minister rubbing salt into the wound with manifesto excuse

Bentong MP Wong Tack slams Mohd Redzuan for telling Haparan leaders to stop raising Lynas issue.

MACC's admission of mistake did not alter facts in their letter, says PKR sec-gen

MACC's admission of mistake did not alter facts in their letter, says PKR sec-gen

A report was lodged and MACC gave detailed information regarding their probe in the letter, says Saifuddin Nasution.
PKR rep expressed concern before Malacca gov't motion was defeated

PKR rep expressed concern before Malacca gov't motion was defeated

China Press had singled out PKR reps Ginie Lim and Muhammad Jailani Khamis as the cause of the motion's defeat.

Penang reps refutes NGO accusing them of not helping needy students

Penang reps refutes NGO accusing them of not helping needy students

The Penang Hindu Association claim that poor families are not aware of the free school uniform distribution meant for them.
Johor to consider introducing bed tax if there is a need

Johor to consider introducing bed tax if there is a need

However, Liow Cai Tung says at present there was no plan to introduce the tax.

Johor yet to decide on amendment of minimum marriage age

Johor yet to decide on amendment of minimum marriage age

The matter would be discussed and the outcome would be submitted to the Sultan of Johor.

Suhakam to probe complaints of cops intimidating families of LTTE-linked suspects

Suhakam to probe complaints of cops intimidating families of LTTE-linked suspects

Suaram sends a memorandum to Suhakam today highlighting the threats and acts of intimidation.

MACC admits mistake in sending letter leading to sacking of PKR duo

MACC admits mistake in sending letter leading to sacking of PKR duo

The letter is meant for the relevant government agency and ministry, and not the PKR leadership.

Reevaluation as a maritime nation must be comprehensive - Mat Sabu

Reevaluation as a maritime nation must be comprehensive - Mat Sabu

He said this was not just because of economic changes and regional politics but also the security threat coming from national waters.

Syed Saddiq says yet to receive notice from Indonesia for ‘official apology’

Syed Saddiq says yet to receive notice from Indonesia for ‘official apology’

This is over the alleged assault of an Indonesian last week, which the police are still investigating.
No inquest after 33-months, lawyer demands answers for death in custody case

No inquest after 33-months, lawyer demands answers for death in custody case

This was despite orders from a High Court judge in Ipoh on Sept 3, last year.

Lock-up camera recorded detainee hanging himself, claims cops

Lock-up camera recorded detainee hanging himself, claims cops

Victim's family demands a thorough probe and cries negligence on the part of the police.

Report blames PKR infighting after Malacca gov't motion rejected

Report blames PKR infighting after Malacca gov't motion rejected

Motion defeated by one vote after two PKR reps left the assembly just prior to voting, says China Press report.  
M'sia to be part of IR 4.0, says Dr M

M'sia to be part of IR 4.0, says Dr M

The prime minister said among the most promising industries in Malaysia are Information Technology (IT) and new technologies.

UK to take back 42 containers of plastic waste illegally shipped to Penang

UK to take back 42 containers of plastic waste illegally shipped to Penang

Mestecc Minister Yeo Bee Yin praises the UK for its willingness to take back the illegal plastic waste.

Business elements out to tarnish Jakim's halal certification, says Mujahid

Business elements out to tarnish Jakim's halal certification, says Mujahid

The minister says Jakim's halal certification process is reputed to be the 'best in the world'.

Azmin told us not to switch parties at dinner meet, recalls Umno MP

Azmin told us not to switch parties at dinner meet, recalls Umno MP

As for Mahathir's version, Gerik MP states he says 'A but the hidden meaning is B'.

Batu Ferringhi hawkers reject new exorbitant rental fees

Batu Ferringhi hawkers reject new exorbitant rental fees

The rentals, as high as RM1,600 a month, are being charged by a newly appointed management company.

More secrets of China's Xinjiang camps leaked to foreign media

More secrets of China's Xinjiang camps leaked to foreign media

ICIJ says it obtained a 2017 list of guidelines 'that effectively serves as a manual for operating the camps'.

How does Harapan make decisions?

How does Harapan make decisions?

COMMENT | Harapan occupies media space with their infighting rather than solving people’s issues, and people are getting fed-up.

Let authorities probe 'sabotage' claim - Salahuddin on RM1.4b tender

Let authorities probe 'sabotage' claim - Salahuddin on RM1.4b tender

The minister says he will leave it to relevant authorities to investigate and respond to the allegation.

Gov't wants parents to erase negative perception against TVET

Gov't wants parents to erase negative perception against TVET

TVET is a necessity to support the manpower needed by the nation to face Industrial Revolution 4.0.

Harapan crony? I am MCA lifetime member: TAA president

Harapan crony? I am MCA lifetime member: TAA president

Najib Razak and MCA president Wee Ka Siong had questioned the independence of TAA allocated RM30 million to help TAR UC students.

Colossal defeat in Tg Piai demands reshuffling head of cabinet, Ezam tells Dr M

Colossal defeat in Tg Piai demands reshuffling head of cabinet, Ezam tells Dr M

In a scathing salvo, the ex-senator says Mahathir must be responsible and do the right thing – step down.

Further delays to M'sia-Bangladesh labour recruitment MOU

Further delays to M'sia-Bangladesh labour recruitment MOU

The joint working group meeting scheduled to be held in Dhaka for two days has been postponed.

Landslide democratic win in Hong Kong election raises pressure on city's leader

Landslide democratic win in Hong Kong election raises pressure on city's leader

A record turnout after six months of anti-government protests led to the win in the district council elections..
Ministry expects furniture export to rise 1pct this year - Kok

Ministry expects furniture export to rise 1pct this year - Kok

Minister says locally-made furniture still attracts high demand especially from the US, Japan and Europe.
BN MP - sing Negaraku, recite Rukun Negara before Parliament sitting starts

BN MP - sing Negaraku, recite Rukun Negara before Parliament sitting starts

PARLIAMENT | Salim Sharif proposes this be done to increase patriotism among all MPs.

Taiwan says China 'enemy of democracy' after elections meddling allegations

Taiwan says China 'enemy of democracy' after elections meddling allegations

Taiwan will be holding presidential and legislative elections on Jan 11.

Putrajaya did not abandon Penang, says Guan Eng

Putrajaya did not abandon Penang, says Guan Eng

Federal allocations for the state jumped to RM857 million in 2019 and RM980 million in 2020, the finance minister adds.
Inquest into Nigerian PhD student's death to be held in January

Inquest into Nigerian PhD student's death to be held in January

This is to determine the cause of Thomas Orhions Ewansiha's death on July 9, while in custody.

Zuraida would know details of sacking if she attended meetings – PKR info chief

Zuraida would know details of sacking if she attended meetings – PKR info chief

UPDATED 3.50PM | Zuraida, however, says her attendance is not relevant to the issue of Zakaria Kamaruddin's sacking.

Independent Egyptian news website says its offices were raided

Independent Egyptian news website says its offices were raided

Security personnel entered the Mada Masr premises by force and briefly detained three staff, inclunding its top editor.
Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief fails to overturn conviction

Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief fails to overturn conviction

UPDATED 1PM | High Court upholds Adam Rosly Abdullah's jail sentence and fine for providing false information to the MACC.

The rights of the 'unsatisfactory worker'

The rights of the 'unsatisfactory worker'

LETTER | Confronting these issues can often be an awkward and challenging process.  

Specific law needed to stem cyberbullying

Specific law needed to stem cyberbullying

The pervasiveness of cyberbullying in the Malaysian cyberspace is part due to ignorance of the issue.

Oil kicks off week with gains on fresh hopes for US-China trade talks

Oil kicks off week with gains on fresh hopes for US-China trade talks

Both US President Trump and China President Xi Jinping have expressed their desire last week to sign an initial trade deal.

Dec 12 fixed to hear AG's appeal against contempt in Adib's case

Dec 12 fixed to hear AG's appeal against contempt in Adib's case

This after the High Court dismisses an application by Adib's father to strike out Thomas' appeal.

Car falls into sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur

Car falls into sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur

The incident involving a Perodua Myvi took place at 11.30pm last night at Jalan Maharajalela.

Media mogul Bloomberg enters US presidential race, takes aim at Trump

Media mogul Bloomberg enters US presidential race, takes aim at Trump

He is expected to face disadvantages due to his late start, having to play catch up with his rivals.

MNS: We should learn after losing Iman

MNS: We should learn after losing Iman

This is important to ensure the matter did not recur in future for other endangered animals, it says.                   
2019-11-25

2019-11-25

Security offences law impedes a fair trial

Security offences law impedes a fair trial

ADUN SPEAKS | The prosecution must definitely produce at least a smidge of a proof before stripping a person's freedom and rights away.

US Navy Secretary fired over handling of Seal saga involving Trump

US Navy Secretary fired over handling of Seal saga involving Trump

The case involved the case of a navy Seal who was convicted of misconduct in Iraq.

Fire breaks out at illegal chemical waste dumpsite in Kuala Selangor

Fire breaks out at illegal chemical waste dumpsite in Kuala Selangor

The fire broke out early this morning at a dumpsite containing 270 drums of chemicals.

Don't be selective about justice, Zuraida tells PKR

Don't be selective about justice, Zuraida tells PKR

The PKR VP lambasts the decision to fire Zakaria while not acting against others implicated in violating laws.

Dong Jiao Zong renews demand for school boards to decide on Jawi script

Dong Jiao Zong renews demand for school boards to decide on Jawi script

The Chinese educationist group and Chinese-based NGOs will submit a memorandum to the Education Ministry next week.

China meddling allegations roil Taiwan election campaign

China meddling allegations roil Taiwan election campaign

A Chinese defector speaks about Beijing’s efforts to influence politics in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Australia.

Yoursay: Azmin’s political future rests on video forensics

Yoursay: Azmin’s political future rests on video forensics

YOURSAY | Why are our home-bred experts not capable of coming to fair and unbiased conclusions?

Yoursay: What unity? It’s all about survival and greed

Yoursay: What unity? It’s all about survival and greed

YOURSAY: 'It's about staying out of jail and to continue their plundering of the nation.'

Hong Kong democrats cheer landslide victory in local elections

Hong Kong democrats cheer landslide victory in local elections

Residents turned out in record numbers yesterday to vote following six months of anti-government protests in the embattled city.

Australia probes allegations China tried to plant a spy in Parliament

Australia probes allegations China tried to plant a spy in Parliament

After claims that a suspected Chinese espionage ring offered RM2.8mil for a Melbourne luxury car dealer to contest a seat in Parliament.

PKR should expel Azmin Ali

PKR should expel Azmin Ali

COMMENT | The longer he remains in PKR, the more trouble he will cause.

Harapan tussles over Lynas, and 8 news from yesterday

Harapan tussles over Lynas, and 8 news from yesterday

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

Gov't to introduce module on minimum age for marriage- Mujahid

Gov't to introduce module on minimum age for marriage- Mujahid

Minister says the module was being prepared and once ready, all states must comply with the SOP.
Dr M arrives in Busan for Asean-South Korea commemorative summit

Dr M arrives in Busan for Asean-South Korea commemorative summit

PM's itinerary in Korea comprises a long list of events, meetings and media interviews.