Archive - 16 May 2020

Malacca plans special packages to revive ailing tourism sector

Malacca plans special packages to revive ailing tourism sector

CM says this is important as tourism is among the main contributors to the state economy.

Bersatu Youth: Najib, Rosmah, Zahid to 'settle' their cases too?

Bersatu Youth: Najib, Rosmah, Zahid to 'settle' their cases too?

They demand to know whether the Riza Aziz decision will set a precedent for others linked to the 1MDB case.

PN Kedah takeover spurs PKR members to leave party

PN Kedah takeover spurs PKR members to leave party

They claim to be dissatisfied with the party leadership.

All MPs attending Dewan Rakyat sitting test negative for Covid-19

All MPs attending Dewan Rakyat sitting test negative for Covid-19

A total of 750, including on MPs and Parliament staffers, were screened and tested.

'This is a lie' - Ex-AG insists never agreed to settlement with Riza Aziz

'This is a lie' - Ex-AG insists never agreed to settlement with Riza Aziz

UPDATED 6.26PM | Tommy Thomas says his only role in the case was to appoint Gopal Sri Ram to lead the prosecution.

MP SPEAKS | Covid-19: What should the government do for sport?

MP SPEAKS | Covid-19: What should the government do for sport?

MP SPEAKS | The government must regroup, rethink and re-strategise sports.

317 children infected with Covid-19, almost half aged six and younger

317 children infected with Covid-19, almost half aged six and younger

Noor Hisham says no deaths among children have been reported so far, nor have there been any severe cases.
Covid-19: 17 new cases, 73 recoveries, 1 death

Covid-19: 17 new cases, 73 recoveries, 1 death

CORONAVIRUS | Overall there have been a total of 6,872 cases, with 1,247 active cases at the moment.
COMMENT | Future of education: Notes from an Oxford-Cambridge webinar

COMMENT | Future of education: Notes from an Oxford-Cambridge webinar

COMMENT | The Covid-19 pandemic is presenting us both an opportunity and a challenge for education.

Ismail: Employers can do periodic Covid-19 testing but at own cost

Ismail: Employers can do periodic Covid-19 testing but at own cost

Employers can pay for further periodic testing if they see a need to do so, says defence minister.
Afif: Majority don't want to hear who are the saviours or traitors

Afif: Majority don't want to hear who are the saviours or traitors

He says people are more concerned over bread and butter issues and how to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic.

After viral mosque photo, Ismail urges media to observe social distance

After viral mosque photo, Ismail urges media to observe social distance

Photo shows a large number of media personnel on duty at the National Mosque on the first Friday prayers held after the closure of mosques.
Shahidan Kassim named PN parliamentary council chair

Shahidan Kassim named PN parliamentary council chair

The appointment was announced by the prime minister at a meeting with PN lawmakers.
Fuel prices down but no one wants to sell goods cheaper - Ismail

Fuel prices down but no one wants to sell goods cheaper - Ismail

Public transportation losses can be offset by the current low fuel prices, says Ismail Sabri.

Minister: More than 500 cars in 'balik kampung' attempt turned back

Minister: More than 500 cars in 'balik kampung' attempt turned back

UPDATED 4.47PM | Police now authorised to fine offenders, says Ismail Sabri.

Make online teaching the way forward, PM advises teachers

Make online teaching the way forward, PM advises teachers

This will be the new norm in the teaching profession brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, says Muhyiddin.

Flats, longhouses in Sentul, Bukit Kiara to be replaced with new housing – Annuar

Flats, longhouses in Sentul, Bukit Kiara to be replaced with new housing – Annuar

The houses will be given to selected owners of the demolished housing units for free.
Ministry: SOPs for houses of worship of non-Muslims finalised by Monday

Ministry: SOPs for houses of worship of non-Muslims finalised by Monday

Representatives of various religions listed selected houses of worship in Covid-19 green zones that may reopen.

Khalid: Does PAS also consider Nik Aziz and Fadzil Noor to be cowards?

Khalid: Does PAS also consider Nik Aziz and Fadzil Noor to be cowards?

The Shah Alam MP responds to PAS vice-president Idris Ahmad who claimed that Malays working with the DAP are cowardly.
Johor exco lodges report on posting ridiculing permission for Friday prayers

Johor exco lodges report on posting ridiculing permission for Friday prayers

Tosrin Jarvanthi says the individual’s action disrespected the sanctity of Islam, violated the order issued by Johor sultan.
Tesco's modern slavery review finds abuses in M'sia

Tesco's modern slavery review finds abuses in M'sia

Tesco says comprehensive action plan created to address the issues.

UM's Islamic studies lecturer appointed as FT mufti

UM's Islamic studies lecturer appointed as FT mufti

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Zulkifli Mohamad also congratulates his successor over the appointment.
Putrajaya finally allows foreigners under MM2H programme to return

Putrajaya finally allows foreigners under MM2H programme to return

The stranded MM2H members have to comply with all MCO requirements, says Nancy Shukri.
Mukhriz out, new Kedah MB to be sworn in tomorrow

Mukhriz out, new Kedah MB to be sworn in tomorrow

Preparations for the ceremony have begun today with the rehearsal for the swearing-in of the new menteri besar, Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor.
With new data, M'sia nearly on par with S Korea on Covid-19 testing

With new data, M'sia nearly on par with S Korea on Covid-19 testing

CORONAVIRUS | It has taken S Korea 65.44 tests to find each Covid-19 case, compared to M'sia's 61.90.

Don't be a hypocrite over Riza Aziz’s plea bargain deal, law minister tells Dr M

Don't be a hypocrite over Riza Aziz’s plea bargain deal, law minister tells Dr M

Takiyuddin Hassan says PN government hopes ex-premier won't mislead the people.
Covid-19 epicentre finally out of red zone

Covid-19 epicentre finally out of red zone

Health Ministry says there are seven red zones, 68 yellow zones and 126 green zones.
MTUC calls for clear guidelines on Covid-19 test for workers

MTUC calls for clear guidelines on Covid-19 test for workers

One-off tests are not enough to ensure workplaces remain free of Covid-19 outbreaks, says MTUC secretary-general J Solomon.
Maria Chin: Now is not the time to go after migrants, especially children

Maria Chin: Now is not the time to go after migrants, especially children

Petaling Jaya MP says this trend is alarming and counter-productive.
LETTER | Deplorable cleanliness level at Penang Hospital’s maternity block

LETTER | Deplorable cleanliness level at Penang Hospital’s maternity block

The Penang Hospital's Patients’ Assessment Centre (PAC) was very filthy and there was a lack of social distancing among nurses and doctors there.
1,000 at Batu Berendam market to be screened after Covid-19 case detected

1,000 at Batu Berendam market to be screened after Covid-19 case detected

The Covid-19 positive market worker was randomly picked to undergo the test, says Rahmad Mariman.
Straying elephants to be driven into Tabin Forest Reserve

Straying elephants to be driven into Tabin Forest Reserve

Hungry elephants encroached into settlers land looking for food, says JHL officer Silvester Saimin.

MP SPEAKS | Riza Aziz's release a mind-boggling decision

MP SPEAKS | Riza Aziz's release a mind-boggling decision

Yes, laundered money has to be duly returned but the offender must also be severely punished within the full force of the law.

Thailand reopening more businesses as coronavirus eases

Thailand reopening more businesses as coronavirus eases

Stores selling electronics, furniture and office supplies will be among the businesses allowed to resume operations.
US moves to cut Huawei off from global chip suppliers as China eyes retaliation

US moves to cut Huawei off from global chip suppliers as China eyes retaliation

It sparks fears of Chinese retaliation, hammering shares of US producers of chipmaking equipment.
House approves US$3 trillion coronavirus aid bill opposed by Trump

House approves US$3 trillion coronavirus aid bill opposed by Trump

President Donald Trump has promised a veto if it were to reach his desk.
Najib hits back at Dr M with veiled swipe at sons' business deals

Najib hits back at Dr M with veiled swipe at sons' business deals

This comes after Mahathir expressed ‘concern and confusion’ over Najib's stepson's plea bargain.
COMMENT | Good journalism is bad news for backdoor gov’t

COMMENT | Good journalism is bad news for backdoor gov’t

PN will rejoice if public interest media fade from the scene. Then, it will be back to square one…
COMMENT | Riza Aziz gets a sweetheart deal

COMMENT | Riza Aziz gets a sweetheart deal

Is this the tone that will be taken for ongoing and future prosecutions involving 1MDB?
MP SPEAKS | Immediately reinstate Riduan as Dewan Rakyat secretary

MP SPEAKS | Immediately reinstate Riduan as Dewan Rakyat secretary

His humiliating and drastic demotion is an unconstitutional punishment violating Article 65 (2) of the Federal Constitution.
Brazil health minister quits - second in a month as death toll nears 15,000

Brazil health minister quits - second in a month as death toll nears 15,000

CORONAVIRUS | This comes after Bolsonaro demanded an endorsement of risky anti-malarial drugs to fight the Covid-19 outbreak.

COMMENT | A parliament vote against Muhyiddin just won’t do

COMMENT | A parliament vote against Muhyiddin just won’t do

Not this Parliament at any rate, since it has, like Muhyiddin, no credibility.

It doesn't take rocket science to hold a virtual parliament, Yeo tells Khairy

It doesn't take rocket science to hold a virtual parliament, Yeo tells Khairy

Ex-minister tells successor to speak up and offer solutions so that parliamentary sittings can be done safely.
Gov't considering special incentives for frontline volunteers, says Redzuan

Gov't considering special incentives for frontline volunteers, says Redzuan

CORONAVIRUS | The minister said the move was in appreciation of their service and sacrifices in efforts to contain the Covid-19 infection.

New Kedah gov’t likely tomorrow, and 9 news from yesterday

New Kedah gov’t likely tomorrow, and 9 news from yesterday

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

YOURSAY | Something unsavoury in the Riza Aziz deal

YOURSAY | Something unsavoury in the Riza Aziz deal

‘Is this going to be the playbook for all the other 1MDB-related cases?’