Archive - 21 December 2018

One person shot dead in central Vienna, police say not terrorism-related

One person shot dead in central Vienna, police say not terrorism-related

Eyewitness says the three people involved in the shooting dined together before the incident.

Police solve case of vehicle windows shattered by projectiles

Police solve case of vehicle windows shattered by projectiles

Since June, 12 vehicles around the Kuantan area had been damaged.

Zahid's ex-press sec steps down as Utusan boss

Zahid's ex-press sec steps down as Utusan boss

UPDATED 10.30PM | Ibrahim Yahaya quits just over a week after assuming top role at Utusan.
Cameron Highlands will be the first major test for BN's Wan Rosdy

Cameron Highlands will be the first major test for BN's Wan Rosdy

Video of Scandinavian tourists' killing likely to be authentic – police

Video of Scandinavian tourists' killing likely to be authentic – police

Four suspects arrested had pledged allegiance to Islamic State in a video posted on social media.

Muhyiddin: Adib's full forensic report to be released in the next few days

Muhyiddin: Adib's full forensic report to be released in the next few days

He said the home ministry would consider making the report public should the need arise.
Tok Mat: Umno MPs accept new leadership, no more defections

Tok Mat: Umno MPs accept new leadership, no more defections

UPDATED 10.45PM | This is directly tied to Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stepping aside as Umno president.
Disaster averted for bride-to-be after EC steps in

Disaster averted for bride-to-be after EC steps in

A woman shares her tale of how her wedding hall in Cameron Highlands became a polling centre.
Apology by Waytha may ease tension, says Rina

Apology by Waytha may ease tension, says Rina 

Ex-Nissan CEO re-arrested on fresh allegations

Ex-Nissan CEO re-arrested on fresh allegations

274,639 rubber smallholders to receive monsoon season aid

274,639 rubber smallholders to receive monsoon season aid

Anwar: Nurul's resignation an indictment of 'greedy, deceptive' leaders

Anwar: Nurul's resignation an indictment of 'greedy, deceptive' leaders

These are the same party leaders who are disinterested in party unity, he adds.
Mas Ermieyati officially a Bersatu member

Mas Ermieyati officially a Bersatu member

UPDATED 6:25 | The former Umno Puteri chief handed her registration form on Dec 12.
Syed Saddiq's not-so-smart plan

Syed Saddiq's not-so-smart plan

LETTER | He is not ready to shoulder the responsibilities befitting a minister.
Penang police chief: No need for a revamp, probe into SB cop's death ongoing

Penang police chief: No need for a revamp, probe into SB cop's death ongoing

Party-hopping seen as a cleansing process for Umno

Party-hopping seen as a cleansing process for Umno

It will strengthen the party as it will be left with only loyal Umno members, says Jamil Khir.
S'wak DAP Youth leader retracts call for Maszlee to quit

S'wak DAP Youth leader retracts call for Maszlee to quit

UPDATED 6PM | Abdul Aziz Isa has withdrawn his earlier statement calling for the Education Minister to step down.

Bank Negara's international reserves ease to US$101.4bil

Bank Negara's international reserves ease to US$101.4bil

The central bank says the reserves are sufficient to finance 7.4 months of retained imports.
NGOs call for Waytha's removal

NGOs call for Waytha's removal

HRDF CRACKS DOWN ON ERRANT EMPLOYERS

HRDF CRACKS DOWN ON ERRANT EMPLOYERS

CPTPP is bad – not good - for the country

CPTPP is bad – not good - for the country

Where is the evidence for Waytha's removal?

Where is the evidence for Waytha's removal?

Xmas in the tropics

Xmas in the tropics

M'sians throng the malls to do some last-minute shopping and take selfies with festive decorations. 

Felda students in Negeri Sembilan to get RM100 special aid

Felda students in Negeri Sembilan to get RM100 special aid

'Wakaf' land suit: Judges rule fatwa merely persuasive, doesn't bind Syariah Court

'Wakaf' land suit: Judges rule fatwa merely persuasive, doesn't bind Syariah Court

UPDATED 4.55PM | Penang Islamic Council's appeal to uphold fatwa decreeing that it owns piece of wakaf land is struck out.

PAS MP: Kit Siang 'bluffing' about DAP quitting gov't

PAS MP: Kit Siang 'bluffing' about DAP quitting gov't

He says the party has already sacrificed its principles with regards to party-hopping.
Deputy minister cites 'difficult' Dr M-Anwar ties as a challenge

Deputy minister cites 'difficult' Dr M-Anwar ties as a challenge

'Imagine if Anwar were forced to work with Zahid Hamidi's Umno while Mahathir with Hishammuddin Hussein's Umno'.

No registration fees for tourist accommodation premises from next year

No registration fees for tourist accommodation premises from next year

The operators don't have to pay the charges from Jan 1 to March 31.
Perlis Umno in shaky position, says Wan Saiful

Perlis Umno in shaky position, says Wan Saiful

If two elected reps leave Umno as rumoured, Perlis BN gov't may be dissolved, says state Bersatu secretary.

Taman Rimba Kiara – an unfulfilled 36-year promise

Taman Rimba Kiara – an unfulfilled 36-year promise

Report: Malaysia seeks RM31.34b in reparations from Goldman Sachs

Report: Malaysia seeks RM31.34b in reparations from Goldman Sachs

Prosecutors file charges against Goldman Sachs in connection with its role as underwriter and arranger of three bond sales.

Gathering held at Putrajaya mosque demanding Waytha's sacking

Gathering held at Putrajaya mosque demanding Waytha's sacking

Kadir cautions against using Adib's death to instigate

Kadir cautions against using Adib's death to instigate

He says its unfortunate the land-owner had hired Malays to 'control' a Hindu temple.
Now, ex-IGP denies saying police were late in handling temple riot

Now, ex-IGP denies saying police were late in handling temple riot

UPDATED 6.08PM | Musa Hassan says he meant that the rioters should've been arrested as soon as possible. 

Investors sue Goldman Sachs for damages over 1MDB scandal

Investors sue Goldman Sachs for damages over 1MDB scandal

UPDATED 3.12PM | The lawsuit states that Goldman made 'materially false' statements on its business operations.
DAP Youth defends Waytha, Bersatu Youth attacks Ramasamy

DAP Youth defends Waytha, Bersatu Youth attacks Ramasamy

PNB declares 7 sen income distribution for ASB, 3.25 sen for ASN

PNB declares 7 sen income distribution for ASB, 3.25 sen for ASN

UPDATED 2.54PM | This will benefit 10.8 million unitholders, with a RM10.7b payout for ASB and RM59.7m payout for ASN. 

Ex-IGP Hanif files counterclaim against Kit Siang

Ex-IGP Hanif files counterclaim against Kit Siang

Hanif Omar claims that DAP veteran defamed him online in response to alleged remarks on Lim's ISA arrest. 

Stop being a burden to PM and quit, Kadir tells Waytha

Stop being a burden to PM and quit, Kadir tells Waytha

Veteran newsman says he has squandered the opportunity to serve as a minister and is now a 'divisive' figure.

It’s time for a 'new Malaysia' blueprint

It’s time for a 'new Malaysia' blueprint

COMMENT | Don’t fuel the drama, fuel the dream. Find our shared purpose, before infighting destroys everything.
Changing electoral system will see rise of extremists: Tian Chua

Changing electoral system will see rise of extremists: Tian Chua

PKR veep says the proportional representation system could worsen racial relations in M'sia.

New M'sia abandoned - MCA tells DAP to grow 'backbone' and quit

New M'sia abandoned - MCA tells DAP to grow 'backbone' and quit

'Dare to change now? Please don't ask for 20 years for New Malaysia to take shape and later blame others'.

Police to quiz four men again over firefighter Adib's death

Police to quiz four men again over firefighter Adib's death

Police are reportedly gathering more evidence following the case's reclassification as murder.

Election Court orders Form 14 for Tasek Gelugor to be unsealed

Election Court orders Form 14 for Tasek Gelugor to be unsealed

UPDATED 1.42PM | This is the first time the court has allowed the election results form to be scrutinised.

FGV's half-a-billion ringgit suit - Isa, eight ex-directors told to file defence

FGV's half-a-billion ringgit suit - Isa, eight ex-directors told to file defence

The oil palm giant alleges that they breached their fiduciary duties when acquiring a company for over half-a-billion ringgit.
If human rights aren't universal, why should we care what happens elsewhere?

If human rights aren't universal, why should we care what happens elsewhere?

COMMENT | It is a fundamental fallacy to argue that our country's situation doesn't allow for equality and dignity for all. 

Pakatan Harapan, please get your omph back

Pakatan Harapan, please get your omph back

I might know what you did on your last lunch date!

I might know what you did on your last lunch date!

COMMENT | But for sure it means more than just a hike in egg prices or photo filters.
Those who left Umno fold having a change of mind - Bung Moktar

Those who left Umno fold having a change of mind - Bung Moktar

The Kinabatangan MP claims they are thinking of returning to the Umno fold.
US defence chief Mattis quits after clashing with Trump on policies

US defence chief Mattis quits after clashing with Trump on policies

Mattis' resignation letter lays bare the growing divide between him and hhis commander-in-chief.
US gov't shutdown looms as House passes wall funds for Trump

US gov't shutdown looms as House passes wall funds for Trump

Republican reps scramble to add money for the US-Mexico wall to appease Trump.
Japan approves record defence spending

Japan approves record defence spending

Hanipa: Man sniping at ministers can't even win poll run by 'carrot'

Hanipa: Man sniping at ministers can't even win poll run by 'carrot'

Deputy minister is clearly referring to Khairy who has been taking shots at Waytha and Maszlee.

'People can meet anyone’, Tian Chua sees no issue with Nurul-Rafizi-KJ lunch

'People can meet anyone’, Tian Chua sees no issue with Nurul-Rafizi-KJ lunch

 However, PKR member N Surendran takes a jab at the meeting.
Wan Azizah wants to be PM, to create history

Wan Azizah wants to be PM, to create history

COMMENT | ‘It would be good for some Malay men to realise women are not shrinking violets or door mats.’
No convenient leap of faith with Umno crossovers

No convenient leap of faith with Umno crossovers

COMMENT | Discussions about Umno defectors are necessary but best done behind closed doors amongst Harapan leaders.
Scapegoating Waytha is another temple riot crime

Scapegoating Waytha is another temple riot crime

NGOs to rally against Waytha; Anwar held talks before choosing state chief, says sec-gen

NGOs to rally against Waytha; Anwar held talks before choosing state chief, says sec-gen

Yoursay: This is not the Harapan we wanted

Yoursay: This is not the Harapan we wanted

YOURSAY | ‘We hoped too much and they delivered too little.’
Yoursay: Bersatu, reject the man who put Guan Eng in jail

Yoursay: Bersatu, reject the man who put Guan Eng in jail

YOURSAY | ‘Rahim Thamby Chik ranks among the most despicable in Umno’s gallery of rogues.’