Archive - 19 May 2020

Abu Bakar Yahya says the ROS has no right to say that Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin is currently the acting chairperson.

Saifuddin says neither the party nor the Harapan presidential council has discussed the issue.

He says those making noise over Riza's case should also question the circumstances around Lim's acquittal.

UPDATED 7.45PM | CORONAVIRUS | Myanmar reported five Covid-19 cases among those recently deported from Malaysian immigration depots.

Senior lawyer says he believes discharge was given to Riza Shahriz in 'good faith'.

CORONAVIRUS | Only one case involved a S'porean or permanent resident while the rest were attributed to foreign workers residing in dormitories.

Bantu-Bantu Malaysia’s Tan Sri Lee Kim Yew hand-over hampers to Malaysian Armed Forces Veterans in conjunction of Ramadhan month and Aidilfitri.

They were fearful the vote of no-confidence would have succeeded, says opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim.

Data on number of foreign workers in the industry is needed, says Noor Hisham.

The omissions were made to prevent giving 'extra ammunition' for political attacks.

Its performance during the pandemic contrasts with sister company Malaysia Airlines which has been forced to ground most of its planes.

It says the messages had been sent to 357 Covid-19 patients due to an IT system testing glitch.

The cruise ship has certificates and documents it has been disinfected and given a clean bill of health by the Japan Quarantine Authorities.

The former prime minister made the claim in a Reuters interview published on March 4.

His first representation had been rejected by the former attorney-general.

M'sian palm oil is now available at a US$15 discount to supplies from Indonesia.

Senior minister also says that the Health Ministry has the prerogative to change the SOP if necessary.

The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has also asked for an extension of his extradition.

Judge Mohamed Zaini Mazlan orders the defence to submit the written witness statements to the prosecution a week before the hearing.

The decision is clear and indisputable, say the 27 leaders aligned to party president and Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin.

CORONAVIRUS | Interstate travel, by air or land, not permitted during the conditional MCO period, says defence minister.

It does not take the usual traditions to keep the Raya festive cheer alive. With Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations expected to be a little different this year, UEM Sunrise Berhad (“UEM Sunrise” or the “Company”) brings hope and happiness to the celebration as expressed in its latest Hari Raya brand campaign, “Home is Where Raya is”.

CORONAVIRUS | A total of 57 athletes preparing for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Paralympics will be allowed to train albeit under strict SOPs.

LETTER | Do not stigmatise mental health issues. It can affect anyone just like the common flu.

They nevertheless state that the former Kedah MB was a 'stellar and effective leader'.

CORONAVIRUS | Adhere to social distancing measures, comply with interstate travel ban, says Ismail Sabri.

Harapan meeting on May 17 decided that the leaders would issue a joint statement after Parliament sitting.

They say the Bar president sweeps pressing issues under the carpet which is inconsistent with the Bar's leadership.

Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's 1MDB trial.

This comes after the two resigned last week and joined other reps, leading to the downfall of Mukhriz as MB.

CORONAVIRUS | Air travel industry grapples with hodgepodge of rules that makes flying different in almost every country.

Lee Chean Chung says he had warned of the food price last month and rebuked gov't for not utilising Food Security Fund.

He says it will monitor residential areas and villages across the country to prevent people from travelling interstate for Raya.

Pontian MP seeking to strike out two charges involving RM2m he allegedly received and giving a false statement to MACC.

UPDATED 12.28PM | This is in relation to a RM31 million 1MDB forfeiture suit against Riza Aziz and 17 other defendants, including Najib and Rosmah.

Simpang Renggam MP says in the letter he pointed out a 'clear error' in the rules mentioned by the speaker to amend meeting agenda.

PN has made rules, amended codes, parlayed favours and done everything in its power to remain in charge until GE15.

Trump describes WHO as a “puppet of China” and says it has 'done a very sad job' in its handling of the coronavirus.

This is because he is the senior DPP in several 1MDB-linked criminal cases involving Najib and his stepson, says Dzulkifli Ahmad.

CORONAVIRUS | US president says he takes one pill of the malaria drug daily.

Johor Umno deputy chairperson says it will not lead to the registration of PN as a pact.

This is the first time this dangerous synthetic opioid has been found in Asia's Golden Triangle drug-producing region

During any crisis, nations must take the opportunity to upgrade their agricultural ecosystems to better the lives of their citizens.

There is a disconnect between the critical role independent and critical media play, and how consumers perceive the value of that role.

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

The difference between a three-month war plan and a three-year one is really one between a gamble and an investment.

This comes after a sign in one of its stores prohibited entrance to teens and senior citizens.

Some PKR leaders are staying on out of self-interest and their loyalty is not known, says Akmal Nasir.

It says this is because of the heavy workload such as unloading and driving trucks which can be a high risk.

Fomca head says this is because it will be hard to bounce back if the people have suffered loss of income during Covid-19 crisis.