IN case you missed it, here is a list of news handpicked by our editor for the week beginning Nov 7 to Nov 13, 2016.
Among the top headlines are: Giant sinkhole swallows Japan city street, Donald Trump wins the US Presidency, netizens urge RapidKL to introduce women-only coaches to halt sexual harassment, a confession by a Muslim woman who voted for Donald Trump, and tsunami hits New Zealand after series of strong quakes.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7
Missing boy Ayrill enjoys life as 'homeless'
Enjoying life as a vagrant and fearing the scolding he might get from from his father were said to be among the reasons Noor Ayrill Aqasha Noor Shahril, 10, was believed to have left home.
Penang DAP delegates protest cooperation with PPBM
Delegates at the 2016 Penang DAP convention voiced their protest over the party's decision to cooperate with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (PPBM), which is chaired by Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Giant sinkhole swallows Japan city street
A giant sinkhole appeared in the middle of a busy Japanese city on Tuesday, swallowing part of a five-lane street near the main railway station.
Snake surprises first class passengers on plane
First class passengers on a recent Aeromexico flight were confronted by a slithery stowaway, in a jaw-dropping scene reminiscent of the tongue-in-cheek action film "Snakes in a Plane."
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
PM Najib congratulates Donald Trump, hails continuation of partnership
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak congratulated Donald Trump following his victory in defeating Hillary Clinton in the race to become the 45th president of the United States. The Prime Minister said Malaysia looks forward to continuing partnership between the two countries under Trump.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10
My oil and gas adventure - Anas Alam Faizli
A construction and an oil and gas professional, and the author of Rich Malaysia, Poor Malaysians, Anas Alam Faizli shares his journey in the oil and gas industry.
Netizens urge RapidKL to introduce women-only coaches to halt sexual harassment
A woman's sexual harassment ordeal on the light rapid transit (LRT) has triggered calls from netizens to introduce women-only coaches. Among the recommendation is to introduce women-only coaches, like what Keretapi Tanah Melayu Berhad (KTM) did for its commuter train service some six years back.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11
I'm a Muslim, a woman and an immigrant. I voted for Trump
Asra Nomani, a former Wall Street Journal reporter and a co-founder of the Muslim Reform Movement, tells why she voted for Donald Trump for President.
Bank Negara Malaysia will not peg ringgit - Governor
Bank Negara Malaysia will not peg the ringgit despite the recent volatility the currency has been facing due to external environment. Governor Datuk Muhammad Ibrahim said, ringgit will continue to face volatility mainly due to uncertainties in the external environment.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Second wave of high tide phenomenon to occur for five days from Sunday
Several low lying areas along the coastlines of Kelantan, Terengganu, Kedah and Selangor and Selangor are most likely to be hit by floods as the second wave of the high tide phenomenon is expected to occur for five days beginning Sunday.
Opposition pushes for unity in first Pakatan Harapan convention
The first Pakatan Harapan convention kicked off with the message of unity between allies. Pakatan Harapan secretariat secretary Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah in his opening speech touched on being united not just within the party but also among allies in the opposition coalition.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Tsunami hits New Zealand after series of strong quakes
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.8 struck central New Zealand just after midnight, the U.S. Geological Survey said, causing widespread damage and generating a tsunami.
Jamal Yunos claimed he was punched by "Zuraida's boys"
Red Shirts movement leader, Datuk Seri Jamal Md Yunus claimed that he was punched in the face by one of 'Zuraida's boys' in Ampang.
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Mon Nov 14 2016
In case you missed it, here is a list of news handpicked by our editor for the week beginning Nov 7 to 13, 2016.
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.