Archive - 16 June 2020

NSC issues guidelines for cinemas, mosques, buses and event management

NSC issues guidelines for cinemas, mosques, buses and event management

Among the SOPs for cinemas are children under the age of 12 and senior citizens above 60 are not allowed to enter the cinema.
Johor Islamic Religious Department employee suspected of soliciting RM130k bribe detained

Johor Islamic Religious Department employee suspected of soliciting RM130k bribe detained

Investigations by the MACC found the suspect had been seeking gratifications from several contractors to obtain supply works at JAINJ.
Dr M: Only those who stand up to Muhyiddin can save Malays and Malaysia

Dr M: Only those who stand up to Muhyiddin can save Malays and Malaysia

Mahathir’s blog post comes a day after Permodalan Nasional Berhad CEO Abdul Jalil Rasheed stepped down from his post.
Cops probe Siti Kasim over Facebook post on 'banning tahfiz schools'

Cops probe Siti Kasim over Facebook post on 'banning tahfiz schools'

She is slated to give a statement to the police on Thursday.
Harapan sec-gen: No decision on Harapan Plus’ PM candidate yet

Harapan sec-gen: No decision on Harapan Plus’ PM candidate yet

This is despite an initial target for a decision today.
Trial shows steroid dexamethasone reduces death among patients with severe Covid-19

Trial shows steroid dexamethasone reduces death among patients with severe Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | The drug has reduced death rates by around a third among those with the most severe cases of infection.
Umno’s Parit MP is new LPPKN chairperson

Umno’s Parit MP is new LPPKN chairperson

He replaces Dr Narimah Awin, a doctor and former reproductive health advisor at WHO.
North Korea blows up liaison office on its side of border with South

North Korea blows up liaison office on its side of border with South

The office was established in 2018 as part of a series of projects aimed at reducing tensions between the two Koreas.
Factbox: Can frozen or chilled food spread coronavirus?

Factbox: Can frozen or chilled food spread coronavirus?

The origin of a spike in coronavirus infections linked to a big wholesale food market in China's capital is not known.
India says three soldiers killed in 'violent face-off' on border with China

India says three soldiers killed in 'violent face-off' on border with China

First casualties in 53 years to result from a clash between the nuclear-armed neighbours.
New Zealand no longer free of Covid-19 as two women test positive

New Zealand no longer free of Covid-19 as two women test positive

CORONAVIRUS | The two women aged in their 30s and 40s had travelled from Britain to visit a dying parent in Wellington on June 7.

Traffickers demand payments for Rohingya stranded at sea

Traffickers demand payments for Rohingya stranded at sea

Several hundred Rohingya have been stranded for months after countries sealed their borders to block the spread of Covid-19.
Grab cuts staff to cope with coronavirus impact

Grab cuts staff to cope with coronavirus impact

Its CEO told staff in a note the loss-making firm will cut just under 5 pct of headcount, or about 360 employees.

July 6 decision on IRB’s request for summary judgment in Najib’s son lawsuit

July 6 decision on IRB’s request for summary judgment in Najib’s son lawsuit

The Inland Revenue Board is seeking RM37.6 million in unpaid taxes from Mohd Nazifuddin Najib.
'Bungalows sold below market to Zahid-linked entity as it was in disrepair'

'Bungalows sold below market to Zahid-linked entity as it was in disrepair'

Businessperson Lee Kim Yew says this during cross-examination in Zahid's CBT and money laundering trial.
Anwar’s aide denies Mahathir is Harapan Plus’ PM candidate

Anwar’s aide denies Mahathir is Harapan Plus’ PM candidate

Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak insists the matter is still ‘under discussion’.

S'wak Report: Medical letters on PM identical, not from relevant specialists

S'wak Report: Medical letters on PM identical, not from relevant specialists

In an immediate rebuttal to the PMO's release this morning, website questions why the letters have identical wording.

COMMENT | Electoral candidates must be financially stable

COMMENT | Electoral candidates must be financially stable

My preferred candidate is one who is at least financially stable, able to fend for himself and his constituents, with or without assistance from other sources.
AG files application to cite Mkini for contempt over readers' comments

AG files application to cite Mkini for contempt over readers' comments

The application is scheduled to be heard at the Federal Court in Putrajaya tomorrow morning.

11 new Covid-19 cases, recovery rate crosses 90 percent mark

11 new Covid-19 cases, recovery rate crosses 90 percent mark

M'sia records highest single-day recoveries with 333 discharged.
Unemployment: The worst is yet to come

Unemployment: The worst is yet to come

In one forecast, the number of unemployed persons can be as high as 1.7 million or an unemployment rate of 11 percent.

NGO blasts Penang's decision to lower property prices for foreign buyers

NGO blasts Penang's decision to lower property prices for foreign buyers

The group wants the state gov't to focus on local housebuyers instead of helping developers clear stock.

Ex-aide surprised Dr M willing to meet Anwar, 'beg' for PM post

Ex-aide surprised Dr M willing to meet Anwar, 'beg' for PM post

Zahid Md Arip, however, wishes his former boss ‘all the best’ in wresting back power from Perikatan Nasional.
Cops to question Segambut MP over child marriage tweet

Cops to question Segambut MP over child marriage tweet

Hannah Yeoh says she will give her cooperation to the police.

Bar Council needs to step up fight against sexual harassment, says activist

Bar Council needs to step up fight against sexual harassment, says activist

Meera Samanther says female lawyers just don't trust the system right now.
Auditor-general not intimidated into altering 1MDB audit report - witness

Auditor-general not intimidated into altering 1MDB audit report - witness

AUDIT TAMPERING TRIAL | Ali Hamsa says the 2016 meeting at his office with NAD and 1MDB reps was cordial.

Shafee will fight prosecutions bid to amend Najib's audit tampering charge

Shafee will fight prosecutions bid to amend Najib's audit tampering charge

UPDATED 3.45PM | The prosecution seeks to amend the wording in the charges to make them 'abundantly clear'.

Limus dismisses accusation he left Upko for multi-million contract

Limus dismisses accusation he left Upko for multi-million contract

Warisan and Harapan leaders also lobbied for projects.

PMO denies 'cancer free' Muhyiddin broke quarantine

PMO denies 'cancer free' Muhyiddin broke quarantine

After Sarawak Report claims PM needed treatment and too ill to serve, PMO brands site 'political tool' on smear campaign.

COMMENT | Lest we forget

COMMENT | Lest we forget

It’s time to change the collective story from 'Me', 'Mine' and 'Nimby' (Not In My Backyard) to 'Ours'.

Ali Hamsa surprised NAD officer recorded meeting, says might be unethical

Ali Hamsa surprised NAD officer recorded meeting, says might be unethical

AUDIT TAMPERING TRIAL | Everyone in the room did not know there was a recording, he testifies.
Jalil's exit shows gov't values politicians over young talent - Syed Saddiq

Jalil's exit shows gov't values politicians over young talent - Syed Saddiq

The former youth minister said the move is not Jalil's loss but PNB's.
MP SPEAKS | The problem is the lack of legitimacy

MP SPEAKS | The problem is the lack of legitimacy

Legitimate political authority is the right to rule conferred by each citizen to the authority.

Hong Kong chief says opponents of security law 'enemy of the people'

Hong Kong chief says opponents of security law 'enemy of the people'

Lam urges those against Beijing’s plan to impose national security legislation in Hong Kong to stop 'smearing' the effort.

PM candidate issue like a bone stuck in Harapan's throat - Amanah leader

PM candidate issue like a bone stuck in Harapan's throat - Amanah leader

Mujahid claims the blockage persists because of certain 'friends'.
M’sian journo named 'information hero' by international watchdog

M’sian journo named 'information hero' by international watchdog

Tashny Sukumaran is on a list of 30 journalists, whistleblowers and media outlets who braved conditions to tell the truth about Covid-19.
Unemployment rate can hit 6 pct this year - AmBank Research

Unemployment rate can hit 6 pct this year - AmBank Research

Health of country's job market likely far more devastating after data shows unemployment in April at 5 pct, it says.

Najib's 1MDB audit trial resumes after Covid-19 scare turns out to be flu

Najib's 1MDB audit trial resumes after Covid-19 scare turns out to be flu

The trial starts with the cross-examination of prosecution witness Ali Hamsa.

LETTER | Road accidents -the elephant in the room example

LETTER | Road accidents -the elephant in the room example

When it comes to road safety, it is time the authorities think beyond the 3Es and embrace the fourth E.
Isa called to enter defence on nine graft charges, acquitted on CBT

Isa called to enter defence on nine graft charges, acquitted on CBT

UPDATED 5.17PM | Judge says the prosecution succeeds in establishing a prima facie case against the ex-Felda chairperson.

LETTER | M'sians deserve better leaders

LETTER | M'sians deserve better leaders

We are so tolerant that we can even thrive within a questionable government, but it's time we demand more.

COMMENT | Malaysia 5.0: Transforming the nation's digital economy

COMMENT | Malaysia 5.0: Transforming the nation's digital economy

Malaysia 5.0 is a new narrative for Malaysia as an innovation economy that can compete in a disruptive technology world.

Paulsen no longer member of ministry's consultative council

Paulsen no longer member of ministry's consultative council

UPDATED 11.27AM | This followed the protests by PAS and Umno over his appointment.

US Supreme Court bars discrimination against LGBT workers in landmark ruling

US Supreme Court bars discrimination against LGBT workers in landmark ruling

The landmark 6-3 ruling is the biggest moment for LGBT rights in the US since the Supreme Court legalised same-sex marriage nationwide in 2015.

Nazri calls for snap polls, says time to end PN-Harapan 'ping-pong' game

Nazri calls for snap polls, says time to end PN-Harapan 'ping-pong' game

Padang Rengas MP says it should be held once Covid-19 is under control to end political uncertainty.

China's new virus outbreak caused by seafood? Just a 'hypothesis', says WHO

China's new virus outbreak caused by seafood? Just a 'hypothesis', says WHO

China, a major importer of seafood and meat, has halted purchases from European salmon suppliers.
Pompeo to meet Chinese delegation in Hawaii this week

Pompeo to meet Chinese delegation in Hawaii this week

They will discuss bilateral ties that have soured deeply since the start of the year.

2020-06-16

2020-06-16

'It was the right thing to do', says man in London anti-racism picture

'It was the right thing to do', says man in London anti-racism picture

Far-right counter-protesters converged on central London and skirmishes took place.
From Doraemon to graft, Zunar's first e-book takes on latest M'sia issues

From Doraemon to graft, Zunar's first e-book takes on latest M'sia issues

Political satirist says it's a compilation of cartoons reflecting his thoughts, critique of recent issues and gaffes.

Daim: Too early to say economy will start to recover in 2021

Daim: Too early to say economy will start to recover in 2021

This is the message the ex-finance minister sends to Tengku Zafrul, calling the latter's recovery claim 'very premature'.

The future of media is bleak, Reuters Institute says

The future of media is bleak, Reuters Institute says

Media across the world are cutting staff to cope with a dramatic fall in advertising revenue.
Cabbies told to renew expired driver's cards to receive RM600 aid

Cabbies told to renew expired driver's cards to receive RM600 aid

Taxi drivers must do so by July 1, comply with the criteria set by Apad for BPN.

Perhilitan: Don't turn Sungai Kesang into a venue for swim fest

Perhilitan: Don't turn Sungai Kesang into a venue for swim fest

This river of clear blue water has been declared a crocodile habitat since 2018, the Malacca Wildlife Department adds.

James Ratib: I left Upko for the sake of the people, development of Sabah

James Ratib: I left Upko for the sake of the people, development of Sabah

Sabahans still need the support of the federal government to further develop, adds Sugut assemblyperson James Ratib.

YOURSAY | Season of defection is here – it is raining frogs

YOURSAY | Season of defection is here – it is raining frogs

‘Legislative seats are now a commodity that can be traded.’
PNB chief executive Abdul Jalil Rasheed quits and 9 news from yesterday

PNB chief executive Abdul Jalil Rasheed quits and 9 news from yesterday

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

YOURSAY | Realpolitik means Malay fears must be allayed

YOURSAY | Realpolitik means Malay fears must be allayed

‘Unscrupulous Malay politicians will always use non-Malays as their bogeymen.’
Global coronavirus cases exceed 8mil as outbreak expands in Latin America

Global coronavirus cases exceed 8mil as outbreak expands in Latin America

CORONAVIRUS | The fastest-growing outbreak of the virus is Latin America, which now accounts for 21 percent of all cases.

Gov't committed to uplift incomes of 500,000 Risda smallholders

Gov't committed to uplift incomes of 500,000 Risda smallholders

RM461 million allocated to implement Risda’s development programme initiatives, says rural development minister.

COMMENT | Unity gov't will pave the way to a better Malaysia

COMMENT | Unity gov't will pave the way to a better Malaysia

The country needs a 'super' government that draws the best talents from among serving MPs, regardless of party.

Singapore to remove most coronavirus restrictions from Friday

Singapore to remove most coronavirus restrictions from Friday

CORONAVIRUS | The city-state has one of the highest infection tallies in Asia, due to mass outbreaks in dormitories for its migrant workers.

Long-standing policies barrier to music industry even before Covid-19

Long-standing policies barrier to music industry even before Covid-19

SPECIAL REPORT | Industry players call on gov't to come up with a holistic policy for arts industry to bloom.