Archive - 19 December 2019

White Paper among Mindef's accomplishment in 2019

White Paper among Mindef's accomplishment in 2019

The 19-page report outlined four main elements including ensuring the country is free from external threats.

Goldman Sachs to pay US$2b fine to settle 1MDB probe - source

Goldman Sachs to pay US$2b fine to settle 1MDB probe - source

A deal is being discussed in which a Goldman subsidiary in Asia would plead guilty to violating US bribery laws.

Najib prepared to swear ‘sumpah laknat’ on 1MDB too, but…

Najib prepared to swear ‘sumpah laknat’ on 1MDB too, but…

He invites Kit Siang to wait outside the mosque where he would take the oath, and then debate over a cup of coffee.

PM's Dept: Development expenditure report does not reflect true picture

PM's Dept: Development expenditure report does not reflect true picture

The department also says that the information in the report is not 'for circulation without approval'.

Najib responds to 'cover-up' posers on Altantuya murder

Najib responds to 'cover-up' posers on Altantuya murder

Ex-PM addresses the issues which fueled suspicion of an elaborate plot to protect him.

Hundreds held for defying ban on protests against India citizenship law

Hundreds held for defying ban on protests against India citizenship law

Police also shuts down internet in some areas as demonstrations enter second week.

Dr M proposes Muslim trade market to overcome reliance on non-Muslim countries

Dr M proposes Muslim trade market to overcome reliance on non-Muslim countries

If this can work out, he says Muslim countries will no longer need to fear sanctions by another country.

E-Tunai Rakyat initiative set to launch in January: Guan Eng

E-Tunai Rakyat initiative set to launch in January: Guan Eng

RM450m stimulus aims to encourage consumers and merchants to adopt e-wallet and digital payment methods.

China says in touch with US on signing of Phase 1 trade deal

China says in touch with US on signing of Phase 1 trade deal

Both the Chinese and US trade teams are in close communication, says the Chinese commerce ministry.

Port Klang Authority to embark on capacity expansion projects

Port Klang Authority to embark on capacity expansion projects

PKA general manager K Subramaniam says Port Klang needs to maintain its 12th spot in the World Container League.

1,763 smoking warnings issues at Malacca eateries since January

1,763 smoking warnings issues at Malacca eateries since January

There are 12 days before full enforcement of the smoking ban.

Muslim world needs to catch up in technological development: Dr M

Muslim world needs to catch up in technological development: Dr M

We're still far behind as well as dependent on creation and technologies of the non-Muslims, he says.

Inaccurate to say IPCMC will act as police, judge, jury - EAIC chief

Inaccurate to say IPCMC will act as police, judge, jury - EAIC chief

'IPCMC only deals with misconduct, while criminal acts and misconduct are two separate matters,' says Mohamad Onn Abd Aziz.

FGV summons case - March 19 set for hearing suspension proceedings

FGV summons case - March 19 set for hearing suspension proceedings

Five former non-executive directors had applied to suspend the summons proceedings filed by the company against them.

Hadi, Asri support initiatives taken in KL Summit

Hadi, Asri support initiatives taken in KL Summit

They say the summit can help develop Muslim nations in science, technological and economic development.

Malaysia an ideal clinical trial site - Health Ministry sec-gen

Malaysia an ideal clinical trial site - Health Ministry sec-gen

'We have the advantage of qualified medical professionals and multiracial population with genome variations for it.'

Poverty and domestic violence wicked bedfellows

Poverty and domestic violence wicked bedfellows

LETTER | The gov't must allocate more resources for dedicated domestic violence shelters and support services.

Fake phone law dupes many in Singapore, but wins support too

Fake phone law dupes many in Singapore, but wins support too

Police clarify using mobile phone while crossing road is not illegal though many are calling for it to be.

Najib withdraws bid to recuse private lawyer from RM1.69b tax suit

Najib withdraws bid to recuse private lawyer from RM1.69b tax suit

Withdrawal is made after the gov't provided Najib’s defence team with DP Naban's letter of appointment on Dec 11.

Anifah to give Kimanis polls a miss, to return in GE15

Anifah to give Kimanis polls a miss, to return in GE15

KIMANIS POLLS | The former foreign affairs minister also says he will be suing the EC for damages.

Cops' move to quiz MACC officers renews call for murder probe

Cops' move to quiz MACC officers renews call for murder probe

Teoh Beng Hock's family and friends want the police to bring those responsible to justice.
Gov't: Vision Schools don't erode vernacular 'identity' but no plans for new ones

Gov't: Vision Schools don't erode vernacular 'identity' but no plans for new ones

Fear that their boards of directors would be abolished have also not materialised, says Deputy Education Minister Teo Nie Ching.

Safeguard the rights of migrant workers

Safeguard the rights of migrant workers

LETTER | Undocumented migrant workers are very vulnerable and face numerous perils and challenges.

Flood victims rise in Kelantan and Terengganu

Flood victims rise in Kelantan and Terengganu

Hundreds more evacuated following second wave that began yesterday.

Batu Maung residents protest irregularities in workers' hostel project

Batu Maung residents protest irregularities in workers' hostel project

The project in the southern part of Penang island is supposed to house 8,568 foreign workers.

Ozil removed from computer game in China over Uighur comments

Ozil removed from computer game in China over Uighur comments

Former Arsenal manager defends Ozil, but says he must 'accept consequences' of China criticism.

Pakistan's Musharraf calls death sentence a 'personal vendetta'

Pakistan's Musharraf calls death sentence a 'personal vendetta'

He claims the allegations were politically motivated and neither the defendant nor his lawyer was allowed to defend the case.

Philippine court finds massacre masterminds guilty of 57 murders

Philippine court finds massacre masterminds guilty of 57 murders

Members of three generations of influential Ampatuan family are among those sentenced to life imprisonment on multiple counts of murder.

4,500 students in Sabah receive Mara aid

4,500 students in Sabah receive Mara aid

Rural development minister says it involves an overall cost of RM315,000.

Jan 7 to hear Najib’s bid for Aussie handwriting expert

Jan 7 to hear Najib’s bid for Aussie handwriting expert

Najib wants the expert to determine the authenticity of signatures on cheques purportedly that of Najib;s.

'Sugar daddy' app billboards pose deeper questions on youth values: Yeoh

'Sugar daddy' app billboards pose deeper questions on youth values: Yeoh

'Why do some young people place greater importance on money? This should be a wake-up call for every parent.'

Malay hegemony is still alive and well

Malay hegemony is still alive and well

COMMENT | Unity and racial harmony, according to some Malay leaders, are predicated on "sufferance" by the non-Malays.

Johor MB's Office defends overseas trip, says floods monitored closely

Johor MB's Office defends overseas trip, says floods monitored closely

Dr Sahruddin Jamal's trip to Egypt and Jordan was scheduled long before the floods and he is keeping a close watch, says his office.

PKR 20 years on - a personal reflection

PKR 20 years on - a personal reflection

COMMENT | The party, back then, was small and poor, driven by idealism. Only a small core was left after the disappointments of 1999 and 2004.

KL Summit exposes national vulnerabilities

KL Summit exposes national vulnerabilities

LETTER | We are fast losing time in building a 'Malaysia for Malaysians'.

King calls for Muslim unity, development to face challenges

King calls for Muslim unity, development to face challenges

Hatred and intolerance have reached alarming levels, but we can look to ourselves to seek a peaceful path, he says.

Sosma trio should have been granted their freedom

Sosma trio should have been granted their freedom

LETTER | They remain innocent while their Sosma trial is ongoing.

Urgent need to regulate medicine prices in Malaysia

Urgent need to regulate medicine prices in Malaysia

LETTER | Excessive profits have a negative impact on patients and consumer well-being.

KL Summit not meant to isolate anyone, says Dr M

KL Summit not meant to isolate anyone, says Dr M

UPDATED 3:06PM | PM says nations are gathered here to discuss solutions for problems faced by the Muslim world, not religion.

Kit Siang: Will Najib swear over 1MDB kickback claims, too?

Kit Siang: Will Najib swear over 1MDB kickback claims, too?

This is after Najib revealed he will perform a sumpah laknat to deny allegations made in Azilah's SD.

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McDonald's Peru restaurants shut for inspection after employee deaths

McDonald's Peru restaurants shut for inspection after employee deaths

This is following the deaths of two teenagers, who were electrocuted on Sunday while cleaning the kitchen.

In a historic step, US House impeaches Donald Trump

In a historic step, US House impeaches Donald Trump

Citing the president for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress is expected to inflame partisan tensions across a deeply divided America.

Police maintain there was no foul play in Nora Anne’s death

Police maintain there was no foul play in Nora Anne’s death

This comes after her parents had insisted the presence of 'criminal element' in the case.

Top 10 News and 2019 Newsmaker - you decide

Top 10 News and 2019 Newsmaker - you decide

POLL | Here is your chance to pick to top 10 headline-grabbers, as well as the newsmaker of the year.

M'sia seeks more collaboration with China in transportation sector - Loke

M'sia seeks more collaboration with China in transportation sector - Loke

'More investment from China companies will enhance the maritime network, trade, business, and tourism linkages between the two nations.'

Australia's NSW declares state of emergency for bushfires

Australia's NSW declares state of emergency for bushfires

The state of emergency will last seven days, running past Christmas, says NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian.

Yoursay: Half-hearted implementation of Jawi fails to please anyone

Yoursay: Half-hearted implementation of Jawi fails to please anyone

YOURSAY | ‘If the Jawi content is only three pages and not compulsory, why introduce it?’
Terengganu flooded again, one life lost in Kelantan

Terengganu flooded again, one life lost in Kelantan

The victim, found by residents of Kampung Renak in Tanah Merah, drowned after being swept away in the flood.

Lynas says West Australian gov't will help it build new rare earths plant

Lynas says West Australian gov't will help it build new rare earths plant

Also, it failed to get approval to increase its lanthanide concentrate processing limit at its Malaysian plant, Lynas adds.

Day 65: Missing chocolate is not mine, says Najib

Day 65: Missing chocolate is not mine, says Najib

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

Yoursay: VVIP-Azilah meet – ball is back in Shafee’s court

Yoursay: VVIP-Azilah meet – ball is back in Shafee’s court

YOURSAY | ‘Instead of just keep saying VVIP, please name the VVIP.’
Malaysia's banknotes are free from pig fat, says deputy minister

Malaysia's banknotes are free from pig fat, says deputy minister

'The banknotes do not contain any pig fat element as claimed,' Amiruddin Hamzah tells the Dewan Negara.

Courts meting out stiffer penalties for poachers of the rare goat

Courts meting out stiffer penalties for poachers of the rare goat

The endangered Sumatran serow is hunted for its meat, traditional medicine and even for use in witchcraft.

Dong Jiao Zong calls for 'no to Jawi' rally attendees to register

Dong Jiao Zong calls for 'no to Jawi' rally attendees to register

The Chinese educationist group’s rally against Jawi lessons in vernacular schools is to be held in Kajang on Dec 28.

US regulator says Najib received kickbacks, and 9 news from yesterday

US regulator says Najib received kickbacks, and 9 news from yesterday

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