Archive - 14 June 2020

Economic recovery unaffected by Covid-19 developments - Mustapa

Economic recovery unaffected by Covid-19 developments - Mustapa

However, the spread of Covid-19 has affected the psychological wellbeing of the public, a factor that could slow down the economic recovery process.
Ex-AG takes allegations against Sri Ram from social media to court

Ex-AG takes allegations against Sri Ram from social media to court

Apandi repeats the claims in an affidavit filed in support of Najib's bid to disqualify Sri Ram in 1MDB case.

Counter-coup wobbles as Harapan struggles with Dr M-Anwar deadlock

Counter-coup wobbles as Harapan struggles with Dr M-Anwar deadlock

Suspicion against Mahathir means PKR is only willing to throw support for counter-coup if Anwar becomes PM.
Work together for the nation, not for self - Maria to Harapan

Work together for the nation, not for self - Maria to Harapan

The weaknesses of the PN government needed to be countered, says Petaling Jaya MP.
Hasni says he might be shortest-serving Johor MB

Hasni says he might be shortest-serving Johor MB

'Maybe I'll even be known as a Covid-19 MB, because I'm always busy dealing with the pandemic.'
LETTER | Protection of workers - legal obligation, not mere recommendation

LETTER | Protection of workers - legal obligation, not mere recommendation

The employers must always provide a safe and healthy environment for workers.
Health DG refutes claim a kid in Kedah tested positive for Covid-19

Health DG refutes claim a kid in Kedah tested positive for Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | 'We have no such reported cases but we are actively doing test screening,' says Noor Hisham.
Umno must 'sacrifice a lot' for PN to be viable - Wan Saiful

Umno must 'sacrifice a lot' for PN to be viable - Wan Saiful

As Umno is not the dominant party in PN as it was in BN, it needs time and space for transition, Bersatu man says.

Wan Saiful: PN offers more stability than Harapan

Wan Saiful: PN offers more stability than Harapan

Bersatu leader says unlike Harapan, PN has restored the Malays at the core of political leadership.

Britain to urgently review two-metre social distancing rule

Britain to urgently review two-metre social distancing rule

Reducing the distance that people must maintain to reduce Covid-19 risk would help more its businesses to reopen.

Covid-19: 8 new infections and one death, active cases fall below 1,000

Covid-19: 8 new infections and one death, active cases fall below 1,000

UPDATED 6.20PM | CORONAVIRUS | The new cases comprise two imported and six local transmissions, says Health DG.

Dr M: Biden more 'reasonable', Trump re-election will be a 'disaster'

Dr M: Biden more 'reasonable', Trump re-election will be a 'disaster'

Ex-premier endorses Biden for next US president, says Trump 'very belligerent' towards his own people and the world.

'Surely untrue' - Mohamaddin reiterates not defecting to PN amid lobbying

'Surely untrue' - Mohamaddin reiterates not defecting to PN amid lobbying

The former minister once again insists he is not defecting to Perikatan Nasional.
After brief pause during MCO, curtain falls on Speedy Video

After brief pause during MCO, curtain falls on Speedy Video

It announces a permanent stop to operations of all its retail outlets nationwide.

Reformasi hinges on Harapan's return to power, not Anwar as PM - Akhramsyah

Reformasi hinges on Harapan's return to power, not Anwar as PM - Akhramsyah

Bersatu man adds that Mahathir's Harapan cabinet had already adopted reformasi agenda.
No more colourful batik shirts next week, Ismail quips

No more colourful batik shirts next week, Ismail quips

Defence minister says daily Covid-19 press conference will be reduced to three times a week.

Keep social distance if you don't want places like zoos to close - minister

Keep social distance if you don't want places like zoos to close - minister

CORONAVIRUS | If there is an outbreak of Covid-19, the place where the infection occurred could be closed, reminds Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Gov't says stakeholders consulted before decision to scrap social distancing on flights

Gov't says stakeholders consulted before decision to scrap social distancing on flights

CORONAVIRUS | Transport Minister Wee Ka Siong insists that the decision was not made unilaterally and that the relevant stakeholders were consulted.
Body of boy feared drowned in Sungai Bakau found

Body of boy feared drowned in Sungai Bakau found

Muhamad Shuail Fazli was said to be playing with his elder brother when he slipped into the river and was swept away.
Traffic police service counters to open daily from tomorrow

Traffic police service counters to open daily from tomorrow

The public will be able to pay summonses and get supporting documents related to accidents at these JSPT counters.

Man held for drink-driving and causing crash in Port Dickson

Man held for drink-driving and causing crash in Port Dickson

Breathalyser test on the man gave a reading of 124 mg of alcohol in 100 ml of blood.
Covid-19: Three out of five workers laid off below 40

Covid-19: Three out of five workers laid off below 40

Most of them are from informal sectors which did not offer any social security net, says economist.

Agong calls on Malaysians to pray for Palestinians’ wellbeing

Agong calls on Malaysians to pray for Palestinians’ wellbeing

The Agong calls on all Malaysians, regardless of race and religion, to pray that the Palestinians will be free of Israeli occupation.
PAC 'paralysed', can't scrutinise gov't - Ipoh Timur MP

PAC 'paralysed', can't scrutinise gov't - Ipoh Timur MP

PAC vice-chairperson Wong Kah Woh says it could not proceed as some committee members are now part of the executive.

Blood donors are national heroes - Muhyiddin

Blood donors are national heroes - Muhyiddin

PM says this in conjunction with Blood Donor Day with a theme focusing on blood donor’s contribution to saving lives.

PAS MP urges gov't to reject lawyer accused of defending 'deviant views'

PAS MP urges gov't to reject lawyer accused of defending 'deviant views'

Fadhli says Muslims should oppose Eric Paulsen's appointment to the communications and multimedia consultative council.

LETTER | Overhauling M'sian laws, judicial efficiency

LETTER | Overhauling M'sian laws, judicial efficiency

Parliament should re-evaluate antiquated, draconian laws to be in tune with current values, expectations.

LETTER | Covid-19 should not be viewed as a commercial opportunity

LETTER | Covid-19 should not be viewed as a commercial opportunity

Middlemen unrelated to the healthcare sector are taking advantage of the Covid-19 situation with the commercialising of Covid-19 screening.
In parting message, Petronas CEO stresses on principles

In parting message, Petronas CEO stresses on principles

Zulkiflee hopes Petronas will continue to be led by those with courage, conviction.

Teoh claims trial over alleged insult of TMJ

Teoh claims trial over alleged insult of TMJ

Veteran radio personality is accused of allegedly insulting Johor crown prince Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim and the royal institution.

M'sia's handling of '97 financial crisis paved way for 1MDB - Anwar

M'sia's handling of '97 financial crisis paved way for 1MDB - Anwar

Ex-finance minister says he did not outrightly accept IMF's recommendations then, proposed reforms were never adopted.

Only the court can free an accused, ex-MACC chief tells Dr M

Only the court can free an accused, ex-MACC chief tells Dr M

Dzulkifli says Mahathir's claim that Muhyiddin will ensure six Umno MPs will be cleared of their corruption charges is “tantamount to contempt of the judiciary”.
Good support for proposal to impose heavier penalties on drunk drivers - Wee

Good support for proposal to impose heavier penalties on drunk drivers - Wee

The transport minister says he also received messages from his friends in the opposition expressing support for the move.
Protesters burn down restaurant in Atlanta where black man was slain

Protesters burn down restaurant in Atlanta where black man was slain

UPDATED 2.23PM | Earlier, police chief Erika Shields resigned over the death of Rayshard Brooks at the Wendy's fast food outlet.

2020-06-14

2020-06-14

LETTER | M for mental health, M for Malaysians

LETTER | M for mental health, M for Malaysians

With the Covid-19 pandemic, mental health awareness and screening are now more important than ever.

LETTER | If Najib becomes PM again…

LETTER | If Najib becomes PM again…

LETTER | You can kiss your democratic freedoms goodbye.

Report: Petronas CEO's exit linked to planned oil law change, Warisan

Report: Petronas CEO's exit linked to planned oil law change, Warisan

The Edge believes amendments to the Petroleum Development Act could help PN woo Warisan.

COMMENT | A prime minister for six months?

COMMENT | A prime minister for six months?

COMMENT | Dr M often laments that he does not have enough time to make the changes he wants.

COMMENT | I can see clearly now - Anwar is Harapan’s PM candidate

COMMENT | I can see clearly now - Anwar is Harapan’s PM candidate

COMMENT | Love him or loathe him, there is only one name for now.

YOURSAY | When frogs tell other frogs they cannot hop freely

YOURSAY | When frogs tell other frogs they cannot hop freely

‘For PN to come up with an anti-hopping law now will only appear self-serving.’
Bersatu onboard with PM's snap GE plan and 6 news from yesterday

Bersatu onboard with PM's snap GE plan and 6 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
PSM urges gov't to implement universal basic income-type programme

PSM urges gov't to implement universal basic income-type programme

This will ensure no family goes hungry during the coming recession, says its president Michael Jeyakumar.

Selangor MB demands Daroyah vacate her seat

Selangor MB demands Daroyah vacate her seat

Amirudin Shari says the Sementa assemblyperson should do this if she 'has any dignity'.