Archive - 1 December 2019

Dr M wins praise from 'critic' Ronnie Liu over Chin Peng issue

Dr M wins praise from 'critic' Ronnie Liu over Chin Peng issue

'Although I like to criticise the old man, I think he did the right thing on this matter,' says DAP central committee leader. 
Johor assembly approves motion compelling reps to declare assets

Johor assembly approves motion compelling reps to declare assets

After the debate by Harapan and BN reps, the motion is approved unanimously by voice vote. 

Cops to quiz company MD again over 'five-pointed star' flag

Cops to quiz company MD again over 'five-pointed star' flag

Bukit Aman says the individual would be called up tomorrow for the second time.  
M'sia turns the tables on Philippines to retain polo gold

M'sia turns the tables on Philippines to retain polo gold

Team manager says Malaysia prevailed despite having to compete on borrowed horses. 
Breakdancer Lego Sam lands gold in SEA Games

Breakdancer Lego Sam lands gold in SEA Games

This comes after wushu exponent Loh Choon How won Malaysia's first gold in men’s taijiquan.
SEA Games: M'sian flag with printing error changed before medal presentation

SEA Games: M'sian flag with printing error changed before medal presentation

Chef de mission Megat Zulkarnain Omardin expresses his regret over the incident.

Unsafe sex - main cause of HIV infection

Unsafe sex - main cause of HIV infection

More than 90 percent of HIV infection in Malaysia are caused by unsafe sex, says Deputy Health Minister Dr Lee Boon Chye.

As sea engulfs coastline, Indonesians shield homes

As sea engulfs coastline, Indonesians shield homes

Miskan uses a window to enter his home since his door is blocked by dirt to keep out the sea.

Increase in state's income not only from entertainment centres - Perak MB

Increase in state's income not only from entertainment centres - Perak MB

Ahmad Faizal Azumu says the increase was also contributed by premium payments by the federal government.

Number of flood victims in Kelantan continues to rise

Number of flood victims in Kelantan continues to rise

Meanwhile, five more flood relief centres are opened in stages in Terengganu since early today.  
MIC agrees to join Muafakat Nasional

MIC agrees to join Muafakat Nasional

On the party’s willingness to join the PAS-Umno collaboration, MIC chief SA Vigneswaran says: 'Yes, of course.'

Special committee on gig economy to prevent mistreatment of workers

Special committee on gig economy to prevent mistreatment of workers

Mahfuz Omar says the committee would look for ways to create a 'win-win' situation between workers and employers.

Only one PKR national congress - Dr Wan Azizah

Only one PKR national congress - Dr Wan Azizah

The Deputy Prime Minister says it is the one scheduled from Dec 5-8 in Malacca.

Commemorating Hat Yai Peace Accord 30 years later

Commemorating Hat Yai Peace Accord 30 years later

 About 300 people attend a gathering in Kajang organised by former CPM members. 

I will take action against 'disloyal reptiles' in BN - Zahid

I will take action against 'disloyal reptiles' in BN - Zahid

Without naming names, the Umno president says these politicians will know how he will react when the time comes.

Jiao Zong denies late notice to MOE, says requested appointment day before

Jiao Zong denies late notice to MOE, says requested appointment day before

Chinese education groups Jiao Zong and Dong Zong complain they were made to wait for more than an hour.

Special tribunal to hear, manage sexual harassment cases - DPM

Special tribunal to hear, manage sexual harassment cases - DPM

Wan Azizah said the bill, which was supposed to be tabled in parliament this year, is expected to be tabled next year.

Zahid vows to reinstate TAR UC allocation plus extras with more Chinese support

Zahid vows to reinstate TAR UC allocation plus extras with more Chinese support

UPDATED 5.20PM | He promises to give more allocation to TAR UC and Utar if BN comes back to power.

Muafakat Nasional exploring formal coalition, but Wee insists it's just a 'spirit'

Muafakat Nasional exploring formal coalition, but Wee insists it's just a 'spirit'

Muafakat Nasional is exploring the possibility of registering as a coalition. and whether BN parties would join, says Umno deputy president Mohamad Hasan.

Two police personnel among 345 people detained - Bukit Aman

Two police personnel among 345 people detained - Bukit Aman

The duo detained at an entertainment centre in Kuala Lumpur were tested positive for drugs after urine test.

Some low-risk methods to reclaim Malaysia Baru

Some low-risk methods to reclaim Malaysia Baru

COMMENT | This can be as modest as speaking up in coffee shops or on social media. Grumbling can often grow into a roar.

Chin Peng’s ashes not the issue

Chin Peng’s ashes not the issue

COMMENT | Time to analyse culture, capitalism, and human liberation. 

Sabah request devolution power of tourism licenses from gov't

Sabah request devolution power of tourism licenses from gov't

This would enable Sabah to approve applications for tourism-related licensing and to issue licenses, says minister Christina Liew.

Water Stilt Lion Dance Championship 2019

Water Stilt Lion Dance Championship 2019

The Tai Tong White Crane Lion Dance team is Malaysia's representative for the first International Water Stilts Lion Dance Championship 2019.
Marching to the beat of her own drum

Marching to the beat of her own drum

MALAYSIANSKINI | Uncowed, unfazed by authority and power, Zainah Anwar is still tilting at patriarchal windmills, still storming the gates of entrenched small minds resistant to change.

Abdul Hadi Awang to attend Umno AGM in December

Abdul Hadi Awang to attend Umno AGM in December

The PAS president had not attended last year's Umno general assembly due to prior commitments.

Tg Piai proves people accept Muafakat Nasional - Wee

Tg Piai proves people accept Muafakat Nasional - Wee

The MCA president said Muafakat Nasional was anchored in the constitution and placed importance on pluralism and moderation.

MCA to amend constitution to strengthen recruitment

MCA to amend constitution to strengthen recruitment

UPDATED 7.50PM | It is also to strengthen multiracial associate membership, says Wee Ka Siong.

Stop hiding behind MACC, sacked PKR leader tells Anwar, Saifuddin

Stop hiding behind MACC, sacked PKR leader tells Anwar, Saifuddin

I reiterate that my sacking was unlawful and unjust. The party leadership must set things right, says Zakaria Abdul Hamid.

Maltese businessman Fenech charged with complicity to murder in journalist case

Maltese businessman Fenech charged with complicity to murder in journalist case

The charges against Fenech marked a milestone into the murder case of Daphne Caruana Galizia, a journalist who exposed corruption. 

Don't allow racial issues to fester, become a cancer - DPM

Don't allow racial issues to fester, become a cancer - DPM

We can live together, there is no need to mention you are Malay, Chinese or Indian as we are all Malaysians, says Wan Azizah.

UK PM Johnson pressured on jail terms after London Bridge attack

UK PM Johnson pressured on jail terms after London Bridge attack

Jeremy Corbyn, leader of the main opposition Labour Party, criticised the government’s sentencing policies.

Yoursay: Sing Negaraku and recite Rukunegara, then go steal

Yoursay: Sing Negaraku and recite Rukunegara, then go steal

YOURSAY | ‘Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel - Samuel Johnson.’
Anwar-Azmin tensions rise and 6 news from yesterday

Anwar-Azmin tensions rise and 6 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.