Archive - 22 January 2020

Ops Selamat: Four days, 60 deaths

Ops Selamat: Four days, 60 deaths

A total of 6,689 accidents were recorded in the four days with Selangor having the highest number of accidents at 2,119.

China virus deaths rise to nine, heightening global alarm

China virus deaths rise to nine, heightening global alarm

The virus has also spread to Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, the United States, Taiwan, South Korea and Japan.

Selangor govt: No plan to stop free water programme

Selangor govt: No plan to stop free water programme

This was despite the increasing cost each year to maintain the programme, says the Selangor menteri besar.

Measures taken to ease CNY traffic congestion at Johor checkpoints

Measures taken to ease CNY traffic congestion at Johor checkpoints

Immigration DG: All counters at the two entry points will be open, efforts made for the dept’s system to function smoothly.

Bus terminals to implement cashless ticketing

Bus terminals to implement cashless ticketing

Transport Minister Anthony Loke says the move is in line with the ministry’s focus on the digitalisation of transport services.

Selangor targets RM12b investments this year

Selangor targets RM12b investments this year

The state has exceeded its 2019 investment target of RM10 billion.

46 PKR leaders: Stop targeting Zuraida, provocation persists despite olive branch

46 PKR leaders: Stop targeting Zuraida, provocation persists despite olive branch

UPDATED 9.53PM | The leaders call on party president Anwar Ibrahim to take charge in ensuring unity in the party.

No gag order on PM transition but keep discussions internal - DAP sec-gen

No gag order on PM transition but keep discussions internal - DAP sec-gen

UPDATED 9.23PM | A public spat will only benefit our opponents, says Lim Guan Eng.

Dr M has set transition timeline, Harapan to announce at right time - Guan Eng

Dr M has set transition timeline, Harapan to announce at right time - Guan Eng

UPDATED 9.12PM | The Harapan presidential council will announce the handover date at the ‘appropriate time’, says the DAP sec-gen.

Pua: Lest you forget Najib, you raised toll prices in 2015

Pua: Lest you forget Najib, you raised toll prices in 2015

He says the BN-led government had raised toll prices for nine highways.

Student finds RM1.6k banked into account by mistake, returns money

Student finds RM1.6k banked into account by mistake, returns money

The rightful owner had launched a desperate social media appeal but with little hope.

Bersatu election candidates reminded to avoid money politics, abuse of power

Bersatu election candidates reminded to avoid money politics, abuse of power

The party's elections committee chairperson added that candidates should also avoid sponsoring any party for trips or holidays.

Entrepreneur Development Ministry renamed to include cooperatives

Entrepreneur Development Ministry renamed to include cooperatives

The ministry decided to table the proposal to rebrand itself at today's cabinet meeting following requests from cooperative members.

Country Garden: We either reassigned or compensated workers

Country Garden: We either reassigned or compensated workers

Forest City's developer says it is normal for companies to reshuffle their talents over time.

10 pct toll discount on Second Penang Bridge for CNY

10 pct toll discount on Second Penang Bridge for CNY

The toll concessionaire says the discount is part of the company's CSR initiative and to show appreciation to the bridge's users.

DAP leaders lock horns over 'baby boy' jab at Syed Saddiq

DAP leaders lock horns over 'baby boy' jab at Syed Saddiq

Ong Kiang Ming censures P Ramasamy's 'unbecoming' conduct. The latter claims his critic lacks 'political guts'.

Saudi Arabia imposes new charge for haj visa

Saudi Arabia imposes new charge for haj visa

Mujahid Yusof Rawa says new charge imposed on all pilgrims including Malaysians.

Malaysia maintains high A3 rating from Moody's due to solid economic fundamentals

Malaysia maintains high A3 rating from Moody's due to solid economic fundamentals

MP SPEAKS | The country's strong fundamentals and commitment to institutional reforms also contributed to the rating.

CENDANA continues to inspire young Malaysians to appreciate the arts

CENDANA continues to inspire young Malaysians to appreciate the arts

CENDANA's #BASKL Arts Excursion Programme (AEX) is designed to nurture interest and appreciation for the arts as extra-curricular activities.

Controversial PSS to be scrapped

Controversial PSS to be scrapped

Sabah Chief Minister Shafie Apdal announces today that the unpopular policy will no longer be implemented.

Glovemaker WRP to hold rock concert for staff

Glovemaker WRP to hold rock concert for staff

Funded by ‘anonymous donors’, lawyer says the concert is to show employees they matter.

Dept of Statistics: 2019 saw inflation of 0.7pct

Dept of Statistics: 2019 saw inflation of 0.7pct

Consumer price index indicate that small onions, garlic among items which recorded most price increases.

GM's Cruise unit unveils driverless prototype vehicle for ride-sharing service

GM's Cruise unit unveils driverless prototype vehicle for ride-sharing service

The Cruise Origin carries a boxy design with no steering wheel or pedals for use in its planned ride-sharing service.

US Senate approves Trump impeachment trial plan

US Senate approves Trump impeachment trial plan

It also rejected Democratic efforts to obtain evidence and ensure witnesses are heard.

China virus toll rises to nine as pandemic fears grow

China virus toll rises to nine as pandemic fears grow

WHO holding emergency meeting today to determine whether the outbreak constitutes a global health emergency.

Malaysian haj quota increases to 31,600

Malaysian haj quota increases to 31,600

Minister says the increase of 1,400 pilgrims is to reflect the increase in Malaysia’s population.

Bank Negara cuts key interest rate in surprise move

Bank Negara cuts key interest rate in surprise move

Move by central bank aims to spur spending and economic growth.

Look who's talking - DAP Youth leaders come out swinging at Syed Saddiq

Look who's talking - DAP Youth leaders come out swinging at Syed Saddiq

UPDATED 8.49PM | After recent drug bust, Bersatu Youth chief should be putting his own house in order, they say.

S'pore abusing fake news law to muzzle critics - LFL returns fire

S'pore abusing fake news law to muzzle critics - LFL returns fire

Human rights group says the republic is using new law as a weapon to stifle dissent or criticism.

Ex-Sabah MCMC deputy director charged with misappropriating RM17,930

Ex-Sabah MCMC deputy director charged with misappropriating RM17,930

The 41-year-old woman also pleaded not guilty to six alternative charges for providing false claims.

Source: Kelantan MB and excos got RM50k 'bonus' each

Source: Kelantan MB and excos got RM50k 'bonus' each

This is on top of getting a Mercedes-Benz as their official car.

Anwar urges Harapan leaders not to squabble in public over transition

Anwar urges Harapan leaders not to squabble in public over transition

UPDATED 2.34PM | PKR president tells them to respect the January 2018 consensus on this matter.

Security concerns linger over e-voting proposal, says EC chief

Security concerns linger over e-voting proposal, says EC chief

One of them is hackers penetrating electronic voting machines, says Azhar Azizan Harun.

EC to carry out voting simulations in schools, assures no indoctrination

EC to carry out voting simulations in schools, assures no indoctrination

'We are not in the business of indoctrinating anybody, but we want to educate,' says Azhar Azizan Harun.
Smart mobility is key in developing smart cities

Smart mobility is key in developing smart cities

LETTER | The government needs to discourage the usage of cars while upgrading our public transportation system.

Forest City developer cutting jobs

Forest City developer cutting jobs

Close to 400 employees were given two options to leave, says a news report quoting an anonymous source.
Penang school celebrates Ponggal in line with UN goals

Penang school celebrates Ponggal in line with UN goals

Ponggal reminded me that we are all Malaysians, says SJK (T) Bayan Lepas principal Sangga Sinnayah.

You can cook in prison - Kadir's poetic swipe at Ahmad Maslan

You can cook in prison - Kadir's poetic swipe at Ahmad Maslan

This is in response to the Umno MP reciting a poem outside court claiming he is a 'victim of tyranny'.

H1N1: Sabah school to close for seven days

H1N1: Sabah school to close for seven days

Seven students from SK Stella Maris in Kota Kinabalu positive for Influenza A or H1N1, says minister.

South Korea to decide on first transgender soldier case

South Korea to decide on first transgender soldier case

The army officer has expressed a desire to continue to serve in the military as a female soldier.

Iran MP offers reward for killing Trump, US calls it 'ridiculous'

Iran MP offers reward for killing Trump, US calls it 'ridiculous'

Lawmaker Ahmad Hamzeh offers RM12m for deadly deed.

Brutal executions - S'pore dismisses LFL's claims as 'baseless falsehoods'

Brutal executions - S'pore dismisses LFL's claims as 'baseless falsehoods'

Official portal rebuts accusations of 'brutal execution method' employed in Changi Prison.

'Nobody likes him' - Hillary Clinton bashes Bernie Sanders

'Nobody likes him' - Hillary Clinton bashes Bernie Sanders

She claims her former Democratic presidential rival demonstrated 'a pattern' in how his campaign attacked women rivals.

Trump touts US economy, dismisses climate 'prophets of doom' as Greta looks on

Trump touts US economy, dismisses climate 'prophets of doom' as Greta looks on

Thunberg responds to his speech by referring to 'empty words and promises' from world leaders.
Perlis man opens stall offering RM1 meals to help poor families

Perlis man opens stall offering RM1 meals to help poor families

Cook wants to allow big families the affordability to eat out with his cheap best-selling laksa utara and other local food.

Judge allows Najib to call expert witness to examine signatures

Judge allows Najib to call expert witness to examine signatures

SRC TRIAL | UPDATED 11.27AM | Justice Nazlan says the weight of evidence given by the expert would be determined by the court at the end of trial.

China virus spreads to US, curbing travel plans and spooking markets

China virus spreads to US, curbing travel plans and spooking markets

The virus struck as millions of Chinese prepared to travel for the Lunar New Year, heightening contagion risks.
Toyota to recall 3.4m vehicles worldwide, airbags may not deploy in crashes

Toyota to recall 3.4m vehicles worldwide, airbags may not deploy in crashes

Electronic defect detected in 2011-2019 Corolla, 2011-2013 Matrix, 2012-2018 Avalon and 2013-2018 Avalon Hybrid.

T'ganu MB: Hadi and I met PM for 'good of nation'

T'ganu MB: Hadi and I met PM for 'good of nation'

Ahmad Samsuri stressed the importance of strengthened ties between state and federal governments.

PAS sec-gen: Harapan like 'dog afraid of own shadow'

PAS sec-gen: Harapan like 'dog afraid of own shadow'

This is Takiyuddin's reference to speculation of a partnership between PAS and Mahathir.

Day 72: Najib's letters to Saudi king devoid of thanks for cash donations

Day 72: Najib's letters to Saudi king devoid of thanks for cash donations

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

Yoursay: True M'sians help one another, without seeing colour or creed

Yoursay: True M'sians help one another, without seeing colour or creed

YOURSAY | 'Indeed, Malaysians care about one another, it's only the politicians who divide.'

Lebanon forms gov't with backing of Hezbollah and allies

Lebanon forms gov't with backing of Hezbollah and allies

After the Shi'ite group and its allies agreed on a cabinet to urgently address nation's economic crisis.

Yoursay: A real leader accepts responsibility for one’s failings

Yoursay: A real leader accepts responsibility for one’s failings

YOURSAY | ‘Dr M, are you the solution to a strong Harapan or the problem leading to its downfall?’
HR Development Fund to fund skills training for youths

HR Development Fund to fund skills training for youths

The RM30 million allocation in 2020 Budget will be used to train youths from low-income families, says minister.

What is real in Malaysia?

What is real in Malaysia?

COMMENT | It’s now a free-for-all marketplace of realities, and ministries are devoting unceasing effort to deny this false news or that.

LTTE 12 – why is this happening under Harapan?

LTTE 12 – why is this happening under Harapan?

COMMENT | How dare they turn a blind eye to what the state is doing, especially now that they have the power to do something?

After Kimanis loss, Sabah DCM moots sending refugees to third country

After Kimanis loss, Sabah DCM moots sending refugees to third country

The opposition used the PSS as an issue in the by-election and won with a 2,029-vote majority.

Water woes ahead and 8 news from yesterday

Water woes ahead and 8 news from yesterday

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