Archive - 1 June 2020

Covid-19: Jakarta MRT users not allowed to chat, including via handphones

Covid-19: Jakarta MRT users not allowed to chat, including via handphones

CORONAVIRUS | Move to curb spread of Covid-19 through commuters on public transport.

Swearing in of new Malacca Yang Dipertua Negeri on Friday

Swearing in of new Malacca Yang Dipertua Negeri on Friday

The ceremony will be held at Balai Istiadat, Seri Negeri Complex in Ayer Keroh at 10am.

M'sians in US should avoid protest areas, abide curfew orders - Hishammuddin

M'sians in US should avoid protest areas, abide curfew orders - Hishammuddin

Foreign minister also urges them to register with the M'sian embassy to facilitate channelling of aid if necessary.

Big relief as circuit breaker ends, but certainly not without risks: S'pore PM

Big relief as circuit breaker ends, but certainly not without risks: S'pore PM

CORONAVIRUS | City-state to reopen up to three-quarters of the economy with a third of its workforce returning to work tomorrow.

Chin Tong's 'PAS on mislaid path' remark unsurprising: PAS Youth chief

Chin Tong's 'PAS on mislaid path' remark unsurprising: PAS Youth chief

Khairil says Johor DAP chief's criticism is to cover up DAP's weakness for being biggest liability that caused Harapan's fall.

Change of gov't an opportunity to rebuild economy from scratch - expert

Change of gov't an opportunity to rebuild economy from scratch - expert

Economist says if a counter-coup materialises, new administration may replace all economic plans with a new model.

MISC appoints ex-minister Noh Omar as chairperson

MISC appoints ex-minister Noh Omar as chairperson

Tanjung Karang MP replaces Ab Halim Mohyiddin in the position at the shipping firm which is a Petronas subsidiary.

Only work pass, employer's letter needed for Penang-Kedah commute - cops

Only work pass, employer's letter needed for Penang-Kedah commute - cops

Contrary to viral social media post, people travelling between the two states for work do not have to get a police permit.

Penang PKR Youth chief's car vandalised, political motive suspected

Penang PKR Youth chief's car vandalised, political motive suspected

Fahmi Zainol says the attack may be linked to 'harsh' statements published in the media recently.

46,713 dengue cases in five months - CPRC

46,713 dengue cases in five months - CPRC

M'sia sees a drop of 11.8 percent of infections in comparison to the same period last year, Health Ministry says.

Source claims PN under threat in Johor, Bersatu reps may withdraw support

Source claims PN under threat in Johor, Bersatu reps may withdraw support

A Harapan source reveals that several Bersatu assemblypersons have met with the coalition's leaders.

Drink-driving caused 47 out of 55,000 road deaths in nine years: Consumer activist

Drink-driving caused 47 out of 55,000 road deaths in nine years: Consumer activist

Industry veterans and consumer rights groups condemn drink-driving deaths, but dispute wisdom of Annuar Musa's suggestion.

M'sia overshoots Covid-19 estimates due to non-citizen and imported cases

M'sia overshoots Covid-19 estimates due to non-citizen and imported cases

Estimation based on just Malaysians suggests new cases could drop to almost zero by mid-July.
MOH may propose further easing of restrictions if current Covid-19 trend is sustained

MOH may propose further easing of restrictions if current Covid-19 trend is sustained

UPDATED 8PM | CORONAVIRUS | Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah says there have been no sudden spikes in new infections after the Hari Raya celebrations.

Inmate with Covid-19 triggers screening for 1,500 at Sg Buloh prison

Inmate with Covid-19 triggers screening for 1,500 at Sg Buloh prison

UPDATED 8.19PM | CORONAVIRUS | The prisoner, who is a foreigner, has been moved to the Semenyih depot after testing positive.

China warns US it will retaliate on moves over Hong Kong

China warns US it will retaliate on moves over Hong Kong

'Any words or actions by the US that harm China's interests will meet with China's firm counterattack.'
Guan Eng denies conflict of interest with Attorney-General's Chambers

Guan Eng denies conflict of interest with Attorney-General's Chambers

He is responding to a report claiming he acted inappropriately by instructing the AGC to unfreeze bank accounts.

Covid-19: 38 new cases comprising 26 imported infections, 12 local transmissions

Covid-19: 38 new cases comprising 26 imported infections, 12 local transmissions

UPDATED 7.48PM | CORONAVIRUS | No new fatalities reported, keeping the death toll at 115 for the 11th day.

Russia to roll out 'game changer' drug against Covid-19

Russia to roll out 'game changer' drug against Covid-19

For 90% of people, the drug reportedly eliminates the virus within 10 days.
Club manager charged with drunk driving, punching cop

Club manager charged with drunk driving, punching cop

Leng Kar Loon, 38, however, pleaded not guilty to all the charges.
Nov 18 set for Anwar's appeal against striking out sodomy conviction suit

Nov 18 set for Anwar's appeal against striking out sodomy conviction suit

This suit concerns his conviction for sodomising his former aide Mohd Saiful Bukhari Azlan.

RM1 ATM withdrawal fee waiver remains until end of conditional MCO

RM1 ATM withdrawal fee waiver remains until end of conditional MCO

UPDATED 5.02PM | Ismail Sabri Yaakob says no discussions have taken place on the fee waiver.

Saifuddin assures creative industry will be taken care of

Saifuddin assures creative industry will be taken care of

He says the local arts and creative fraternity will not be left out of the government’s economic recovery plan expected to be announced next week.
SOP for barbers not cut and dried - minister

SOP for barbers not cut and dried - minister

Barbershops and hair salons remain on the list of premises not authorised to re-open.

Anwar: Bring back parliamentary debate to check power abuse by gov't

Anwar: Bring back parliamentary debate to check power abuse by gov't

Opposition leader says people 'who are unfit' to lead were given positions by the PN government.

MP speculated to defect praises Dr M but does not reveal next move

MP speculated to defect praises Dr M but does not reveal next move

The Bersatu lawmaker, who met Mahathir last Friday, describes the latter as a 'fighter, father, and statesman'.

LFL: No sincere amnesty offer given to undocumented migrants

LFL: No sincere amnesty offer given to undocumented migrants

Continued raids on migrants prevent them from coming forward for Covid-19 testing.

Man charged with drunk driving, killing food delivery man

Man charged with drunk driving, killing food delivery man

The driver collided into the victim who was on his way home after delivering food to his wife to sell.
Protests over death of George Floyd turn violent again despite curfews, National Guard

Protests over death of George Floyd turn violent again despite curfews, National Guard

National Guard troops were deployed in 15 US states and Washington, DC.

Driving against traffic: Fish wholesaler charged with killing man

Driving against traffic: Fish wholesaler charged with killing man

Believed to be under the influence of alcohol, the man drove against the flow of traffic for about seven kilometres before colliding into the victim’s car.
Ban on prayers in mosques, suraus in Selangor extended until June 30

Ban on prayers in mosques, suraus in Selangor extended until June 30

CORONAVIRUS | Private secretary to the Sultan of Selangor, Mohamad Munir BaniThe ban will be reviewed after this week.

Prosecution did not prove Najib’s control of SRC funds: Defence

Prosecution did not prove Najib’s control of SRC funds: Defence

NAJIB SRC TRIAL | Lawyer argues the prosecution’s case now relied on answers obtained from the accused during the defence stage of the trial.
COMMENT | Bersatu, Berdua, Berkosong?

COMMENT | Bersatu, Berdua, Berkosong?

What the future holds for Bersatu as the two Ms battle for supremacy.
Harapan and Bersatu lodge MACC report against PM, PKR missing

Harapan and Bersatu lodge MACC report against PM, PKR missing

UPDATED 6.55PM | This is the second time PKR is absent from a show of unity between Harapan and Bersatu.

Alor Gajah Bersatu breaks ranks as other divisions back Muhyiddin

Alor Gajah Bersatu breaks ranks as other divisions back Muhyiddin

More divisions are picking sides in a tussle to control the young political party - and the country.

MP SPEAKS | Gov't camouflaging its politicking as 'doing national good'

MP SPEAKS | Gov't camouflaging its politicking as 'doing national good'

Public trust and confidence in Malaysia have been shattered by the government's politicking.

Tanker drives into protesters as US fears more violent protests

Tanker drives into protesters as US fears more violent protests

Outbursts of violence follows what began as peaceful demonstrations over the death of George Floyd.

King and Queen convey Gawai greetings

King and Queen convey Gawai greetings

Gawai Day is celebrated on June 1 each year by the people of Sarawak to mark the end of the padi harvesting season.

Minister urges gov't to freeze issuance of new licences for liquor sale

Minister urges gov't to freeze issuance of new licences for liquor sale

Issuance of licences to sell liquor should be frozen until new guidelines and laws are made in relation to drink-driving, says Annuar Musa.

LETTER | Stop undignified politics

LETTER | Stop undignified politics

The recent political disorder has resulted in the rakyat's voice has been trampled as politicians seek to perpetuate their own political power.

LETTER | Recovery plan raises hope but we need a new socio-economic model!

LETTER | Recovery plan raises hope but we need a new socio-economic model!

The government needs political will to transform and alleviate the suffering of Malaysians.

LETTER | Intoxication a workplace misconduct

LETTER | Intoxication a workplace misconduct

The punishment has to be proportionate with the nature and gravity of the misconducts committed.
COMMENT | Are they shepherds or butchers of our future?

COMMENT | Are they shepherds or butchers of our future?

The chasm dividing Malays and non-Malays in the politics of suspicion seems as wide as ever.

Why fear facing me in party polls, Syed Saddiq asks contenders

Why fear facing me in party polls, Syed Saddiq asks contenders

The Muar MP hits back at his former aide who is also in the running for the post of Bersatu Youth chief.
Dr M: Some in Bersatu willing to work with thieves for benefits

Dr M: Some in Bersatu willing to work with thieves for benefits

Former PM says it appears that many M'sians are willing to accept leaders who steal billions from the government.

By consensus, Umno president is BN chief - Annuar Musa

By consensus, Umno president is BN chief - Annuar Musa

BN sec-gen says this after Jamal Yunos backed a purported call for Najib to be reappointed as BN chief.

Water woes, Amanah leader claims Kelantan abandoned by federal gov't

Water woes, Amanah leader claims Kelantan abandoned by federal gov't

This is after Kedah received RM600 million for water projects in Langkawi.

13 of 14 Kelantan Bersatu divisions back Muhyiddin

13 of 14 Kelantan Bersatu divisions back Muhyiddin

Machang division leader was the only one who did not ink the statement which expressed support for the party president.
LETTER | Little change in local tours over 47 years

LETTER | Little change in local tours over 47 years

Many cities in the country are still not offering affordable bus tours.
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COMMENT | USA to Malaysia, time to eradicate racism for the better

COMMENT | USA to Malaysia, time to eradicate racism for the better

Our own nation is far from being all rainbows and sunshine.
Contract worker dies after being hit by suspected drunk driver

Contract worker dies after being hit by suspected drunk driver

Police say the worker fell on the road while his motorcycle was dragged about 2km from the scene.

MP SPEAKS | Is Pakatan Harapan prepared to helm the gov't again?

MP SPEAKS | Is Pakatan Harapan prepared to helm the gov't again?

If Harapan were to “re-form” government again, a revised manifesto with substantial and practical reforms should be put on the table.
LETTER | 'M' is for menace to Malaysia

LETTER | 'M' is for menace to Malaysia

The middle of the coronavirus pandemic is a time for Mahathir to hold his punches and not be a menace.

COMMENT | Are you still afraid of PAS?

COMMENT | Are you still afraid of PAS?

Ever since May 9, there has been a consistent move to undermine the secular values in this country.
Appoint Najib as chief to strengthen BN, says Jamal

Appoint Najib as chief to strengthen BN, says Jamal

While Zahid Hamidi is Umno president, Jamal says Najib should still be appointed as BN chief so that Zahid can focus on Umno’s internal matters.
US sends Brazil 2 million doses of hydroxychloroquine, drug touted by Trump

US sends Brazil 2 million doses of hydroxychloroquine, drug touted by Trump

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said recently he keeps a box of the drug in case his 93-year-old mother needs it.
COMMENT | Of Gawai and tuak, alcohol and PAS

COMMENT | Of Gawai and tuak, alcohol and PAS

Kamaruzaman, don't drag many other non-politician Malaysians who enjoy their beer, wine and whisky into your political warfare; they're not interested.

LETTER | The future of the discretion to institute, conduct, discontinue criminal proceedings

LETTER | The future of the discretion to institute, conduct, discontinue criminal proceedings

The Federal Court has stated that the attorney-general has unfettered discretion in relation to the prosecution of criminal offences.

COMMENT | Just another day in Malaysia

COMMENT | Just another day in Malaysia

All this drama involving one of the smallest parties in the ruling coalition.
Air Selangor to implement new guidelines beginning June

Air Selangor to implement new guidelines beginning June

Actual bills issued before the implementation of Span guidelines would be adjusted in users’ next bills.

Wan Fayhsal: Syed Saddiq has no right to speak as Bersatu Youth chief

Wan Fayhsal: Syed Saddiq has no right to speak as Bersatu Youth chief

UPDATED 10.49AM | He can't hold the post as his membership in the party has been nullified, adds Wan Fayhsal, who was a former special officer to Syed Saddiq.

US cities fear more destruction as protesters rage against police brutality

US cities fear more destruction as protesters rage against police brutality

As demonstrators broke windows and set fires, police fired rubber bullets and tear gas to disperse crowds in many cities.
Hundreds of protesters rally in London, Berlin over US death

Hundreds of protesters rally in London, Berlin over US death

They protest in solidarity with the demonstrators in the United States raging against the killing of a black man by a policeman.

Chinese Ambassador Bai Tian pays tribute to 46 years of Malaysia-China ties

Chinese Ambassador Bai Tian pays tribute to 46 years of Malaysia-China ties

He opens his praise on the ties between the 'bosom friends' with a Malay proverb that says, 'We are in it together'.

YOURSAY | Dr M vs Muhyiddin - it's open season in Bersatu

YOURSAY | Dr M vs Muhyiddin - it's open season in Bersatu

YOURSAY | 'Wait for Mahathir to turn the table against Muhyiddin.'

YOURSAY | Sacked from Bersatu; poetic justice for Mahathir

YOURSAY | Sacked from Bersatu; poetic justice for Mahathir

YOURSAY | 'He set a trap for his enemies. Unfortunately, he fell into it together with his foes.'

Counter-coup talks gain momentum and 8 news from yesterday

Counter-coup talks gain momentum and 8 news from yesterday

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