Archive - 19 July 2017

DAP says ROS directive based on 'fake news', no decision on polls yet

DAP says ROS directive based on 'fake news', no decision on polls yet

Fine on RTD officer shows transparency of legal system - Aziz

Fine on RTD officer shows transparency of legal system - Aziz

It also shows that everyone, regardless of status or background, is subject to the law, says deputy minister. 

Muhyiddin explains Kit Siang's absence in Harapan line-up

Muhyiddin explains Kit Siang's absence in Harapan line-up

Sack him, demands father of boy 'burned' by teacher

Sack him, demands father of boy 'burned' by teacher

Said Sudu is planning to conduct a strike outside his son's school if the teacher allegedly responsible for the act is not sacked by next week.

RTM stops airing 'Despacito'

RTM stops airing 'Despacito'

The hit song will cease broadcast in all of RTM's radio stations and TV channels with immediate effect, confirms minister Salleh Said Keruak.

I work with and fight against Mahathir, says Shahidan

I work with and fight against Mahathir, says Shahidan

The minister and former PM hold top posts in Perkim.

'Most polygamy marriages occur without wives' consent or knowledge'

'Most polygamy marriages occur without wives' consent or knowledge'

Sisters in Islam notes that husbands often conduct their subsequent marriages in bordering countries.

Is Najib willing to be probed over Scorpene deal, asks Kit Siang

Is Najib willing to be probed over Scorpene deal, asks Kit Siang

DAP supremo also wants an RCI and a white paper to be presented in Parliament on the matter. 

Fuel prices remain the same this week

Fuel prices remain the same this week

Jittery Penang bans entry of dogs from S'wak, Perak

Jittery Penang bans entry of dogs from S'wak, Perak

State veterinary services dept will conduct roadblocks to stop the transportation of dogs into Penang, says exco.   

Mahathir-Apandi spat takes religious turn

Mahathir-Apandi spat takes religious turn

Since the AG claims he fears only Allah, then making a religious oath should come into play, says former premier. 

PSM unwilling to forget Dr M's past sins

PSM unwilling to forget Dr M's past sins

Forex RCI: Anwar pledges cooperation but won't be a tool

Forex RCI: Anwar pledges cooperation but won't be a tool

Indonesia disbands Islamic group that wants caliphate

Indonesia disbands Islamic group that wants caliphate

Hizbut Tahrir Indonesia's legal status was revoked following a decree from president Joko Widodo last week. 

Kit Siang coy on whether he trusts Mahathir

Kit Siang coy on whether he trusts Mahathir

The DAP veteran says the main objective is more important than other issues.

Rejecting Najib’s overtures towards Indian Muslims

Rejecting Najib’s overtures towards Indian Muslims

COMMENT | Indian Muslims must be smart enough to know: God helps those who help themselves.

PMO claims Harapan top dog's leash in Kit Siang's hand

PMO claims Harapan top dog's leash in Kit Siang's hand

UPDATED 5.40PM | True power lies with DAP because they have the most seats in Parliament.

Thai judge hands down 21 guilty verdicts in major trafficking trial

Thai judge hands down 21 guilty verdicts in major trafficking trial

'Despacito' too hot for M'sia, says Amanah women's wing

'Despacito' too hot for M'sia, says Amanah women's wing

PAS veep denies provocation in launch of machinery in Permatang Pauh

PAS veep denies provocation in launch of machinery in Permatang Pauh

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PM: National Security Policy to be reviewed every three years

PM: National Security Policy to be reviewed every three years

Economist: M'sia poised to become Asean, China economic corridor

Economist: M'sia poised to become Asean, China economic corridor

With Ishak's passing, Umno loses great orator

With Ishak's passing, Umno loses great orator

Umno was even able to sell VCDs of Ishak Ismail speeches in large numbers.

'Stiffer penalties for RTD deputy DG if court knew of his post'

'Stiffer penalties for RTD deputy DG if court knew of his post'

Penang Zakat CEO charged with graft over branded watches

Penang Zakat CEO charged with graft over branded watches

UPDATED5.47PM | The chief executive officer claims trial to all the charges.

S'pore to support Philippines' blitz against terrorists in Marawai

S'pore to support Philippines' blitz against terrorists in Marawai

The affirmation was made during a meeting between S'pore Minister for Defence and the Philippines Secretary of National Defence. 

What about the 'gift' Guan Eng mentioned, Salleh asks DAP reps

What about the 'gift' Guan Eng mentioned, Salleh asks DAP reps

Good governance agenda launched ahead of GE14

Good governance agenda launched ahead of GE14

India revokes Zakir Naik's passport

India revokes Zakir Naik's passport

This comes after the preacher fails to turn up for questioning by investigators.

PKR Youth wants MACC, police to reopen Scorpene probe

PKR Youth wants MACC, police to reopen Scorpene probe

PKR sees red over PAS' aim to capture Anwar's former seat

PKR sees red over PAS' aim to capture Anwar's former seat

Suhakam wants Putrajaya to intervene in K'tan public whipping bill

Suhakam wants Putrajaya to intervene in K'tan public whipping bill

Zaid wants Harapan leaders to challenge NSC Act in court

Zaid wants Harapan leaders to challenge NSC Act in court

Penang exco denies RM24b cost of Bayan Lepas LRT

Penang exco denies RM24b cost of Bayan Lepas LRT

The cost of the Penang LRT service is estimated to be RM8.4 billion, says Chow Kon Yeow.

Appeal on Maria Chin's Bersih 4 success to be heard on Oct 11

Appeal on Maria Chin's Bersih 4 success to be heard on Oct 11

Search for MH370 reveals serendipitous data on oceanography

Search for MH370 reveals serendipitous data on oceanography

Cinema chain, Hollywood studio 'insulated' from China curbs on parent Wanda

Cinema chain, Hollywood studio 'insulated' from China curbs on parent Wanda

S'wak confirms fifth rabies victim

S'wak confirms fifth rabies victim

Kit Siang believes RCI's time frame to help Najib fight Dr M in polls

Kit Siang believes RCI's time frame to help Najib fight Dr M in polls

Report: Edra IPO will test 1MDB stain

Report: Edra IPO will test 1MDB stain

Does it really matter whether one signs the Corruption-Free Pledge?

Does it really matter whether one signs the Corruption-Free Pledge?

The pledge will not help fight corruption nor enhance the political capital of opposition states.

Poll: M'sian Twitter users losing interest in 1MDB

Poll: M'sian Twitter users losing interest in 1MDB

The decline is particularly significant in states outside Kuala Lumpur, a poll shows.

Appellate court judge in Guan Eng's case recuses himself

Appellate court judge in Guan Eng's case recuses himself

UPDATED 2.19PM | Justice Idrus Harun makes the decision after an oral application by lawyers for Lim and Phang Li Koon.

Trump, Putin had previously undisclosed one-hour chat at G20 dinner

Trump, Putin had previously undisclosed one-hour chat at G20 dinner

Umnoputra, not bumi status, is holy grail of Malay politics

Umnoputra, not bumi status, is holy grail of Malay politics

Republican push to end Obamacare collapses in US Senate

Republican push to end Obamacare collapses in US Senate

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell says he will hold a repeal vote next week.

Salleh confident 'grateful' Felda voters will stay with BN

Salleh confident 'grateful' Felda voters will stay with BN

Two French execs indicted for graft over Scorpene sale

Two French execs indicted for graft over Scorpene sale

The indictment arises from a French probe into kickbacks paid out in Malaysia’s purchase of two submarines.

An attack on the royalty from behind a mask of anonymity

An attack on the royalty from behind a mask of anonymity

COMMENT | ‘On a normal day, such ‘seditious’ remarks would have prompted police reports…’

Japan pledges US$1 billion for world's children, youth

Japan pledges US$1 billion for world's children, youth

Lenggeng state rep dies of heart attack

Lenggeng state rep dies of heart attack

Jamal wants to have teh tarik with Rafizi and thank him

Jamal wants to have teh tarik with Rafizi and thank him

The Sungai Besar Umno head wants to show his appreciation to the PKR leader for 'believing' in his ability to lead Umno Youth.

AG, declassify 1MDB audit if you have nothing to hide

AG, declassify 1MDB audit if you have nothing to hide

No action against Mahfuz, says PAS disciplinary chief

No action against Mahfuz, says PAS disciplinary chief

Action can be taken if a report is lodged by the party leadership, says the disciplinary board chief.

The stage is set, will Najib debate Dr M?

The stage is set, will Najib debate Dr M?

Dr M shifts into high gear; Forex RCI member unveiled; DAP aide charged

Dr M shifts into high gear; Forex RCI member unveiled; DAP aide charged