Archive - 29 November 2019

MCA’s TAR UC fundraiser to feature lipsticks, concert tickets and more

MCA’s TAR UC fundraiser to feature lipsticks, concert tickets and more

Fundraiser to feature lipsticks, concert tickets and more, says Wanita MCA chief. 

Chinese school reps rap tardy MOE officers

Chinese school reps rap tardy MOE officers

Education Minister's aide isn't sure if the Dong Zong delegation made an appointment. 

The long road of coalition building

The long road of coalition building

COMMENT | The middle path has no taste, just like coffee without sugar and milk, but it's a better option. 

M'sia has biggest fund outflow among emerging Asian equity markets

M'sia has biggest fund outflow among emerging Asian equity markets

Global funds have yanked more than RM8 billion from local equities.

Migrant rights NGO questions dirty tactics by cleaning company

Migrant rights NGO questions dirty tactics by cleaning company

The affected migrant workers claim that when they protested, their employer arranged to have them repatriated. 

Fomca, CPSM seek clarification on child safety seat guidelines, approvals

Fomca, CPSM seek clarification on child safety seat guidelines, approvals

Both NGOs are of the opinion that it is counterintuitive to introduce the QR code now.

Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief granted stay of execution

Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief granted stay of execution

Adam Rosly was to serve a six-month jail sentence for giving false statements and submitting fake documents to MACC.

Addressing high cost of living will always be gov't priority - Muhyiddin

Addressing high cost of living will always be gov't priority - Muhyiddin

The Home Minister said the gov't will make sure that every effort is taken to aid Malaysians especially those in the B40 group.

Najib seeks show cause against Kit Siang, two others over SRC trial article

Najib seeks show cause against Kit Siang, two others over SRC trial article

He claims the article uploaded on Nov 9 appeared to pressure and weaken the High Court.

M'sia records RM149b of approved investments in Jan-Sept 2019

M'sia records RM149b of approved investments in Jan-Sept 2019

M'sia is more selective in its investment agenda, attracting quality investments in targeted ecosystems, says Darrell Leiking.

Ensuring the future of all disabled Malaysians

Ensuring the future of all disabled Malaysians

LETTER | Gov't, society should recognise the capability and potential contribution of disabled persons.

Floods force evacuation of 29 people in Kuala Krai

Floods force evacuation of 29 people in Kuala Krai

More villagers living close to Sungai Chenulang will be evacuated as water levels are expected to rise.

LFL urges AG, gov’t not to appeal LTTE-linked bail hearing decision

LFL urges AG, gov’t not to appeal LTTE-linked bail hearing decision

Today's verdict upheld the separation of powers between the judiciary, executive and legislature - LFL president Melissa Sasidaran.

Singapore tells Facebook to correct user's post in test of 'fake news' laws

Singapore tells Facebook to correct user's post in test of 'fake news' laws

This is the first test of the law which came into effect last month.

Felcra’s RM35m biogas projects incomplete, settlers demand answers

Felcra’s RM35m biogas projects incomplete, settlers demand answers

EXCLUSIVE | Visits to two of the five biogas plants find them non-operational.

Ex-Dong Zong leader dies, scolding from Dr M recalled

Ex-Dong Zong leader dies, scolding from Dr M recalled

Quek Suan Hiang was also the leader of Suqiu, which Mahathir had branded as communists after the 1999 general election.

Parents of HSA fire victim sues gov't, two others, for negligence

Parents of HSA fire victim sues gov't, two others, for negligence

The lawsuit was filed amid an inquiry into the fire by an investigating committee to the Health Ministry and tabled to cabinet last year.

No reason to panic over rare earth exploration - Perak MB

No reason to panic over rare earth exploration - Perak MB

He explains that the MOU signed is solely for exploration, any mining activities later requires studies and assessments.

Like Chin Peng, people's trust in Harapan reduced to ashes – Umno leader

Like Chin Peng, people's trust in Harapan reduced to ashes – Umno leader

Puad Zarkashi disappointed with PM trivialising the issue and giving it a racial slant.
K-pop singer sentenced to six years in jail for rape, sharing secret sex videos

K-pop singer sentenced to six years in jail for rape, sharing secret sex videos

South Korean Jung Joon-young was also with online chat groups that shared secret sex tapes and made jokes about drugging and raping women.
Zakaria issued dismissal letter, has two weeks to appeal - PKR

Zakaria issued dismissal letter, has two weeks to appeal - PKR

The former Bera chief was sacked following a MACC letter that allegedly named him as being involved in corruption.

Siti Mariah won't defend party post, wants senator to be sucessor

Siti Mariah won't defend party post, wants senator to be sucessor

Senator Aiman Athirah is the only person with the standing of a YB who has time to invigorate the stagnant Wanita Amanah, she says.

Bersih: Harapan insulted Tg Piai voters by giving out goodies

Bersih: Harapan insulted Tg Piai voters by giving out goodies

Harapan also flouted election rules and committed electoral misconduct, it says.                   

German embassy condemns UMS student's Nazi salute

German embassy condemns UMS student's Nazi salute

The embassy says it expects the M'sian government to also condemn the student's action.

Calls for Pilah assemblyperson to resign malicious - village community chair

Calls for Pilah assemblyperson to resign malicious - village community chair

N Sembilan's opposition is demanding the Pilah representative resign for allegedly failing to carry out his duties.

Rare Earth: Putrajaya urged to reveal details of MOU with China company

Rare Earth: Putrajaya urged to reveal details of MOU with China company

Studies reveal that China's government banned rare earth mining.

Set-up Mental Health Royal Commission

Set-up Mental Health Royal Commission

LETTER | This is needed in Malaysia to tackle our broken mental health system.

Focus on improving, not relocating KKIA

Focus on improving, not relocating KKIA

LETTER | KKIA able to increase its handling of tourists while expanding other airports in Sabah can help reduce strain on main airport.

Decided: Azmin to officiate Women's congress, Wan Azizah for Youth wing

Decided: Azmin to officiate Women's congress, Wan Azizah for Youth wing

UPDATED 2.30PM | PKR makes the announcement following factional spat over who should officiate the annual meetings of its wings.

Chin Peng's ashes: Why do the police need AG's help?

Chin Peng's ashes: Why do the police need AG's help?

LETTER | The police must first establish whether an offence has been committed, before considering prosecution or any other action.
Anwar taking over soon, no need for cabinet reshuffle now

Anwar taking over soon, no need for cabinet reshuffle now

LETTER | The right thing for Mahathir to do is to keep his cabinet intact and focus on the transition plan as what was agreed.

Two coordinators of Chin Peng’s ashes transfer summoned by police

Two coordinators of Chin Peng’s ashes transfer summoned by police

Chai Kan Fook gave his statement to police yesterday, Tong Yee will meet the cops this afternoon.

Malaysians are worried about real, tangible issues

Malaysians are worried about real, tangible issues

The PM's razzle-dazzle speeches on putting kleptocrats behind bars are taking second place to bread-and-butter issues.

North Korea fires rockets in year-end deadline reminder for US

North Korea fires rockets in year-end deadline reminder for US

The test-firing came as deadline looms for the US to show flexibility in their stalled denuclearisation talks with Pyongyang.

PAS MP: Ambush meant to pressure Harapan MPs to attend Parliament

PAS MP: Ambush meant to pressure Harapan MPs to attend Parliament

He says the move was not intended to defeat the Supply Bill 2020 for the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry.

Johnson replaced by ice block in TV debate, Conservatives cry foul

Johnson replaced by ice block in TV debate, Conservatives cry foul

The British PM had declined the invitation to take part in the pre-election debate featuring leaders of Britain’s main political parties.

Universities need to be safe spaces for students to make mistakes

Universities need to be safe spaces for students to make mistakes

COMMENT | Universities must ensure that learning happens in a way that isn’t oppressive, bias or exclusive.

LTTE case: Court allows Gadek rep's bid for bail hearing

LTTE case: Court allows Gadek rep's bid for bail hearing

UPDATED 1.40PM | The judge ruled that Section 13 of Sosma, which prohibited courts from granting bail in security offences cases, violates the separation of power.

Trump hints at new Taliban peace deal in Afghanistan visit

Trump hints at new Taliban peace deal in Afghanistan visit

The US president said this in a meeting with his Afghan counterpart Ashraf Ghani.

US accuses Russia of helping Syria cover up chemical weapons use

US accuses Russia of helping Syria cover up chemical weapons use

The OPCW's report finds that a toxic chemical containing chlorine was used in a 2018 attack which killed more than 40 people.

Let Orang Asli bring out forest products, SADC urged

Let Orang Asli bring out forest products, SADC urged

This is because bamboos and other forest products are their sources of livelihood, says minister Waythamoorthy.

Iraqi forces kill 45 protesters after Iranian consulate torched

Iraqi forces kill 45 protesters after Iranian consulate torched

The anti-corruption demonstrations swelled into a revolt against authorities seen by young demonstrators as stooges of Tehran.
Harimau Malaya climb to 154th in Fifa rankings

Harimau Malaya climb to 154th in Fifa rankings

This follows the national team's last three victories

Dewan Rakyat passes Budget 2020

Dewan Rakyat passes Budget 2020

PARLIAMENT | This was done after it received majority support from members through a voice vote.

Maltese businessman accuses top gov’t officials in murder case

Maltese businessman accuses top gov’t officials in murder case

Yorgen Fenech offers to testify against top gov't officials over the 2017 murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
ERC to submit report, next month, to make EC independent

ERC to submit report, next month, to make EC independent

Among 15 items listed in the interim report is a proposal for an earlier announcement of the next election date, says reform panel chairperson.

Murder accused details plot to kill journalist for 150,000 euros

Murder accused details plot to kill journalist for 150,000 euros

Malta top journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was blown up by a car bomb on Oct 16, 2017. 

RM20mil from Might not for super drone project, says ministry

RM20mil from Might not for super drone project, says ministry

The funding is to develop innovation and research to develop the new national car project, Entrepreneur Development Ministry explains.

Yoursay: Intrigue over the sacking of a PKR member

Yoursay: Intrigue over the sacking of a PKR member

YOURSAY | ‘The question is do you condone this kind of money politics?’
HBA urges 'incapable' developers to leave the industry

HBA urges 'incapable' developers to leave the industry

Most developers, the House Buyers Association says, can complete their projects within stipulated time period.

Yoursay: In the wake of Tg Piai, Dr M's dignity in question

Yoursay: In the wake of Tg Piai, Dr M's dignity in question

YOURSAY | 'Do you need another by-election to see how recalcitrant you have become?'

The hypocrisy over Chin Peng

The hypocrisy over Chin Peng

COMMENT | Amidst all the hypocrisy, there is one communist lesson we refuse to learn: how China deals with corruption...

Should Khalid Samad be sued for misfeasance?

Should Khalid Samad be sued for misfeasance?

QUESTION TIME | If abuse of authority is proved in Taman Rimba Kiara case, the gov't and public officer are liable for damages.

Survey finds M'sians at 'maximum worry', and 9 news from yesterday

Survey finds M'sians at 'maximum worry', and 9 news from yesterday

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