Archive - 21 February 2018

Accept court decisions on redelineation, says EC

Accept court decisions on redelineation, says EC

The decision is in line with the doctrine of separation of powers which is the practice in this country, it says.

'Datuk' claims trial to 43 money-laundering charges

'Datuk' claims trial to 43 money-laundering charges

He was also charged with 75 counts of making false claims.

MACC nabs manager, family members and proxies

MACC nabs manager, family members and proxies

This in relation to alleged corruption at a Terengganu government subsidiary.

Filipinos among 11 nabbed for terrorism

Filipinos among 11 nabbed for terrorism

One of the suspects received instruction from a senior Islamic State leader in the Philippines to facilitate terrorists' entry into Sandakan. 

'Umno mentality' posing a challenge to Bersatu

'Umno mentality' posing a challenge to Bersatu

Kelantan Bersatu chief claims there are 'invisible hands' instigating disgruntled members.

Royal institution still relevant – Tengku Abdullah

Royal institution still relevant – Tengku Abdullah

He points out the rulers solved the menteri besar disputes in four states in 2008.

BERSIH gesa hentikan pendaftaran pengundi pos

BERSIH gesa hentikan pendaftaran pengundi pos

NGO itu juga mengkritik keputusan SPR membenarkan 12 kategori penjawat awam untuk turut menjadi pengundi pos.

Final version of Trans-Pacific trade deal released

Final version of Trans-Pacific trade deal released

More than 20 provisions have been suspended or changed in the final text.

Man who took ambulance for a joyride gets remanded

Man who took ambulance for a joyride gets remanded

The 36-year-old had ditched the vehicle and made his way back to the Sarawak General Hospital.

Adelina case – freeze on maids not the answer, says envoy

Adelina case – freeze on maids not the answer, says envoy

UPDATED 9.23PM | Move would only encourage more illegal measures in the sending of workers to Malaysia, he says.

 

Umno won't allow power devolution for S'wak

Umno won't allow power devolution for S'wak

LETTER | Three major ministries covering taxation, education and healthcare remain under federal control.

Fuel prices down across the board, again

Fuel prices down across the board, again

RON95 and RON97 will trade at RM2.17 and RM2.43 per litre respectively, with diesel at RM2.13.

2018-02-22

2018-02-22

Halt postal voting immediately, Bersih tells EC

Halt postal voting immediately, Bersih tells EC

Electoral watchdog wants the allegedly tainted method to be replaced with advanced voting.

Senior citizen charged with Indonesian maid's death

Senior citizen charged with Indonesian maid's death

MAS Ambika is charged under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which carries a mandatory death sentence.

Ministry denies rumour of 17k students failing SPM History

Ministry denies rumour of 17k students failing SPM History

The Examination Board is yet to announce any of the SPM 2017 results, it says.

Syed Saddiq thanks Jamal for RM7b ‘donation’

Syed Saddiq thanks Jamal for RM7b ‘donation’

Sg Besar Umno leader must be 'richer than the wealthy Arab who donated RM2.6b', quips Bersatu Youth chief.

'Clown face' - PKR asks if ‘Dear Leader’ must be exalted

'Clown face' - PKR asks if ‘Dear Leader’ must be exalted

Why do the 'feelings' of the PM need protection, asks Latheefa Koya.

Drivers in fatal 2015 Duke crash jailed three years, fined RM10k each

Drivers in fatal 2015 Duke crash jailed three years, fined RM10k each

The duo also lost their eligibility to hold driving licences for five years. 

Penang gov't, Segamat voters fail in bid to challenge EC

Penang gov't, Segamat voters fail in bid to challenge EC

UPDATED 5.15PM | Court of Appeal dismisses Penang's appeal, but allows EC's on army voters.

Pakatan Harapan takes ROS to court

Pakatan Harapan takes ROS to court

UPDATED 4.30PM | Coalition sues Registrar of Societies for failing to respond to their application.

Penang gov't hands out cash to cops for their 'dedication'

Penang gov't hands out cash to cops for their 'dedication'

Four traffic police officers receive RM250 from the state gov't for heroics after a truck crash.

Umno's entrance to Sabah a responsible decision - senior leader

Umno's entrance to Sabah a responsible decision - senior leader

'I don’t think there was any regret, neither a setback to people and state,' says Papar Umno chief.  

2018-02-21

2018-02-21

Syed Saddiq pula 'menganjing' Jamal

Syed Saddiq pula 'menganjing' Jamal

Jelas Jamal lebih kaya dari saudagar Arab yang menderma RM2.6 bilion kepada Najib, katanya.

Only 200 PSD-sponsored grads to be recruited as PTD officers

Only 200 PSD-sponsored grads to be recruited as PTD officers

They would be part of the 750 new officers to be recruited, says the Public Services Dep't.

Tan Lian Hoe calon Gerakan bagi DUN Jalong

Tan Lian Hoe calon Gerakan bagi DUN Jalong

Mah memberi sepenuh kepercayaan dan keyakinan kepada Tan untuk merampas kembali kerusi itu.

Langkawi won't swallow Najib’s RM1.3b 'candy', says PKR rep

Langkawi won't swallow Najib’s RM1.3b 'candy', says PKR rep

Kuala Kedah MP believes PM is a desperate man resorting to desperate measures.

Council moots new guidelines on building materials after EPF fire

Council moots new guidelines on building materials after EPF fire

PJ City Council considering making developers submit a more detailed list of fire-rated materials.

Jamal gives RM7b 'mock' cheque to Bersatu

Jamal gives RM7b 'mock' cheque to Bersatu

He urges Bersatu to close its bank account and stop burdening the people with appeals for funds.

EPF fire shows much is lacking in fire safety compliance

EPF fire shows much is lacking in fire safety compliance

LETTER | While all buildings must comply with fire dep't standards, many still skirt around the issue.

M'sia mourns passing of goalkeeping great Chee Keong

M'sia mourns passing of goalkeeping great Chee Keong

He passes away at the University Malaya Medical Centre after a struggle with bladder cancer.

Teenager's suicide: Cops awaiting forensic report

Teenager's suicide: Cops awaiting forensic report

Both the police and Penang Education Department are probing the case.

Syed Saddiq, Razali Ibrahim lock horns in battle for Muar

Syed Saddiq, Razali Ibrahim lock horns in battle for Muar

Voters are aware, Bersatu Youth chief says after Muar MP challenged his credibility to contest the seat.

No 'special announcement' from PM today

No 'special announcement' from PM today

UPDATED 6.22PM | Viral message hinting at the dissolution of Parliament turns out to be recycled from 2013. 

Batu Tiga toll plaza structures to go by March 28

Batu Tiga toll plaza structures to go by March 28

After another fatal accident at the unused plaza, minister tells public to drive more carefully. 

Domestic worker's death shows dire need for legislative reform

Domestic worker's death shows dire need for legislative reform

LETTER | Prosecution of her murderers aside, Adelina's abuse shows current laws aren't working.

Wanita Gerakan chief to contest Perak state seat

Wanita Gerakan chief to contest Perak state seat

Tan Lian Hoe will be fielded in the Jalong state seat in Sungai Siput's federal constituency for GE14.

Time for opposition to accept economy doing well: Salleh

Time for opposition to accept economy doing well: Salleh

Minister points to international community heaping praise on Malaysia's economic policies. 

N Korea cancels planned meeting with US vice-president

N Korea cancels planned meeting with US vice-president

Mike Pence is due to meet with North Korean officials while in South Korea for the Winter Olympics this month.

Sabah gov’t assures continuous political stability

Sabah gov’t assures continuous political stability

The gov’t is committed to ensuring economic development and social progress as well, says Musa Aman.

Duterte bans news site from covering his events over 'fake news'

Duterte bans news site from covering his events over 'fake news'

Duterte has sparred frequently during news events with Rappler’s palace reporter.

New bribery cases entangle Netanyahu’s wife

New bribery cases entangle Netanyahu’s wife

A former aide allegedly tried to bribe a judge to drop a fraud case against Netanyahu’s wife.

Maldives Parliament extends state of emergency by 30 days

Maldives Parliament extends state of emergency by 30 days

This comes despite the UN, US, India and Canada urging the president to lift the emergency.

The dog gone politics of Namewee

The dog gone politics of Namewee

200-year-old twin cannons found at Penang’s Fort Cornwallis

200-year-old twin cannons found at Penang’s Fort Cornwallis

A USM archaeology team led by Mokhtar Saidin discovered the cannons on the fort grounds on Monday.

Yoursay: Perhaps the dumbest election promise ever – free plastic bags

Yoursay: Perhaps the dumbest election promise ever – free plastic bags

YOURSAY | 'Does BN think a vote is worth the price of a 20-sen plastic bag?'

Don't just talk to 'clueless' Gua Musang village chiefs, minister told

Don't just talk to 'clueless' Gua Musang village chiefs, minister told

They don’t understand the situation on the ground, says Orang Asli activist on deforestation talks.

Yoursay: Yes, Najib's silence on 1MDB scandal is very elegant

Yoursay: Yes, Najib's silence on 1MDB scandal is very elegant

YOURSAY | 'Tell him to answer questions in Parliament and not to hide behind the speaker.'

Harapan to haul ROS to court; artist gets jail for Najib 'clown' drawing

Harapan to haul ROS to court; artist gets jail for Najib 'clown' drawing

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