Archive - 24 June 2020

Media will be allowed to cover July Parliament sitting - report

Media will be allowed to cover July Parliament sitting - report

However, they will be confined to the media room and will not be allowed to conduct interviews in the Parliament’s corridors.
'Aziz part of meeting to appoint company to undertake Perak solid waste management'

'Aziz part of meeting to appoint company to undertake Perak solid waste management'

Hasnul Zulkarnain responds to Aziz who urged the state government to explain the reason behind the contract being awarded without going through open tender.
Orang Asli students endure rocky journey to school

Orang Asli students endure rocky journey to school

Jakoa sends 50 Form Five and Six Orang Asli students in Gua Musang to their school hostels using four-wheel drives to start school.

Contractor and ex-supervisor nabbed by MACC over RM39k in false claims

Contractor and ex-supervisor nabbed by MACC over RM39k in false claims

They were arrested for allegedly forging the signature of a state assemblyperson to make false claims amounting to RM39,000.
Deputy speaker to be selected via consensus - Selangor MB

Deputy speaker to be selected via consensus - Selangor MB

The Selangor legislative assembly is scheduled to convene on July 13.

Welfare home manager charged with human trafficking

Welfare home manager charged with human trafficking

The welfare home manager and her husband were charged with trafficking five Sri Lankan nationals for labour exploitation.
Remains of Indian tourist who died in immigration depot buried in Selayang

Remains of Indian tourist who died in immigration depot buried in Selayang

He was picked up in a raid at Malayan Mansion on May 8 and sent to the Bukit Jalil immigration detention depot where he later contracted Covid-19.

Chini polls: Campaigning amid new normal less exciting - voters

Chini polls: Campaigning amid new normal less exciting - voters

Some voters are even unaware that the election campaign for the Chini by-election is ongoing.
Taiwan investigates possible first local virus case in two months

Taiwan investigates possible first local virus case in two months

CORONAVIRUS | The woman, who arrived in Taiwan as a student in late February, tested positive after returning to Japan on June 20, though she was asymptomatic.
Cops still investigating ‘Nicole’s’ gang rape case despite releasing suspects

Cops still investigating ‘Nicole’s’ gang rape case despite releasing suspects

One suspect has since been rearrested, while police are still looking for three others still at large.
Ministry monitoring serious Covid-19 cases post-recovery for side effects

Ministry monitoring serious Covid-19 cases post-recovery for side effects

CORONAVIRUS | Potential side effects include lung damage and a weakened immune system.
Sec-gen: PKR remains solid despite disciplinary action against some members

Sec-gen: PKR remains solid despite disciplinary action against some members

PKR remains strong although certain big names have left the party, says Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.
Khalid: We brokered peace between Dr M and Anwar before, hope to do it again

Khalid: We brokered peace between Dr M and Anwar before, hope to do it again

Amanah and DAP will serve as the conduit between the two leaders and work on mending ties, he says.
PM issue - we mustn't fall into the same hole again, says PKR sec-gen

PM issue - we mustn't fall into the same hole again, says PKR sec-gen

Saifuddin Nasution says he understands the people's sentiment that it's meaningless to take over the government when its leaders still fight each other.

Zero cases by mid-July if rakyat obey SOP - Health Ministry

Zero cases by mid-July if rakyat obey SOP - Health Ministry

UPDATED 8.43PM | CORONAVIRUS | The ministry’s projections say the country can achieve zero new cases by mid-July if the rakyat follow the SOP.
Harapan still intact, just have different opinions, says PKR sec-gen

Harapan still intact, just have different opinions, says PKR sec-gen

Leaders from PKR, DAP, and Amanah had lunch recently to try and clear the air.

Lights, camera and social distancing

Lights, camera and social distancing

From regular disinfection to limited seating capacities, cinema visits are set to change.

LETTER | Lend a hand to family of seven found living in car

LETTER | Lend a hand to family of seven found living in car

No matter how divisive our politics can be, we must show compassion and help each other as M'sians.

Three new Covid-19 clusters in Bukit Bintang, Hulu Langat and Kuching

Three new Covid-19 clusters in Bukit Bintang, Hulu Langat and Kuching

UPDATED 7.15PM | CORONAVIRUS | The three clusters have recorded a total of 16 positive cases to date.

NUTP will lobby govt to restore year-end break

NUTP will lobby govt to restore year-end break

Many teachers live away from families and want to return home during the year-end, says NUTP president.

Malaysian palm oil producers step up perks to retain foreign workers amid pandemic

Malaysian palm oil producers step up perks to retain foreign workers amid pandemic

Thousands have already abandoned plantations in the world's second-largest producer.
Lawmaker questions 'monopoly' over Perak solid waste management

Lawmaker questions 'monopoly' over Perak solid waste management

Abdul Aziz Bari says the decision to award a solid waste management contract without open tender could make garbage collection more expensive.
High Commission negotiating with Immigration to free Indian tourists in detention

High Commission negotiating with Immigration to free Indian tourists in detention

Move in response to desperate pleas from families as more rescue flights depart KL for India.

UMS offers 'treetop student' Veveonah bachelor's degree scholarship

UMS offers 'treetop student' Veveonah bachelor's degree scholarship

This follows after she posted a video of herself climbing a tree to obtain a decent Internet connection to complete online examinations.

Weddings, social events allowed from July 1, green light for Korban too

Weddings, social events allowed from July 1, green light for Korban too

UPDATED 4.15PM | CORONAVIRUS | However, a 250-guest limit is imposed for all events to reduce the risk of Covid-19 spread.

MTEM calls more 'concrete' actions by PN to strengthen Malay-bumiputera economy

MTEM calls more 'concrete' actions by PN to strengthen Malay-bumiputera economy

Malays and bumiputeras are among the most affected by the economic slump resulting from the Covid-19 outbreak.

COMMENT | Kudos to Anwar for rejecting Dr M as PM candidate

COMMENT | Kudos to Anwar for rejecting Dr M as PM candidate

To defend his decision, four political myths propagated by Mahathir and his followers need to be debunked.

Perak MB bags luxury Lexus ES car at a discount

Perak MB bags luxury Lexus ES car at a discount

The Perak government sells off a Toyota Camry and replaces the MB's car with a Lexus.

Rohingya refugees tell MMEA how dozens perished during four-month voyage

Rohingya refugees tell MMEA how dozens perished during four-month voyage

Survivors of boat carrying 300 Rohingya say they were transferred to a smaller vessel mid-way at sea, the dead thrown overboard.

Aidiladha prayers, 'korban' sacrifice allowed in Perak

Aidiladha prayers, 'korban' sacrifice allowed in Perak

MAIPk says Aidiladha congregational prayers can include women but must follow SOPs including social distancing.

Act 355: PAS info chief expects 'good news'

Act 355: PAS info chief expects 'good news'

Kamaruzaman Mohamad said the time will come for Act 355 amendments to be passed.
Why is Singapore's first family feuding?

Why is Singapore's first family feuding?

A long-standing and bitter dispute between the siblings centred around what to do with their late father's house.
Police monitor SOP compliance at 11 schools in Putrajaya

Police monitor SOP compliance at 11 schools in Putrajaya

Two police personnel will be present at each school from 7.30am to 2pm every Monday.

BN's Chini candidate the right choice for the people - Umno sec-gen

BN's Chini candidate the right choice for the people - Umno sec-gen

CHINI POLLS | Mohd Sharim is supported by the federal and Pahang state governments and can fulfil the needs of the constituents.

Amanah president's son slapped with 8-month prison sentence for drug offence

Amanah president's son slapped with 8-month prison sentence for drug offence

UPDATED 2.08PM | Ahmad Saiful Islam Mohamad has been found guilty by the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate's Court.

Court allows amendment to 1MDB audit report tampering charge against Najib

Court allows amendment to 1MDB audit report tampering charge against Najib

UPDATED 2.50PM | The amendment is to insert the words “telah dimuktamadkan” (had been finalised) and “dimuktamadkan semula” (re-finalised).

Rights groups: Stop crackdown, ensure refugees have access to livelihood instead

Rights groups: Stop crackdown, ensure refugees have access to livelihood instead

This comes after Covid-19 outbreaks were detected at five immigration detention centres.
Chini constituents hope for more public infrastructure, job opportunities

Chini constituents hope for more public infrastructure, job opportunities

CHINI POLLS | Residents say employment and quality of life issues are the most important matters to them.

Malaysian Nature Society launches online environmental classroom

Malaysian Nature Society launches online environmental classroom

Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), as the oldest environmental conservation and education NGO in the country, launches its very first online nature classes for children of age 7-12, called the ‘Natural Classroom’.

Jho Low likely protected by allies in China - DAP MP and S'wak Report editor

Jho Low likely protected by allies in China - DAP MP and S'wak Report editor

'I have bills in a 6-star hotel paid by a royal personage on behalf of Low in Shanghai.'

Suspended PKR assemblyperson to 'sit as Bersatu rep' in Penang

Suspended PKR assemblyperson to 'sit as Bersatu rep' in Penang

UPDATED 11.47AM | Dr Afif Bahardin says he has been sacked from PKR but it is unclear if he has formally submitted his membership to Bersatu.

Deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000 in Latin America

Deaths from coronavirus surpass 100,000 in Latin America

CORONAVIRUS | Mexico on Tuesday registered 6,288 new infections and 793 additional deaths and is the worst hit-nation in the region after with Brazil.

Fusionex donates RM10,000 to Assunta Children Society to help underprivileged youngsters

Fusionex donates RM10,000 to Assunta Children Society to help underprivileged youngsters

AI and Big Data technology leader Fusionex has donated RM10,000 to Assunta Children Society (ACS) to provide support and help to less privileged children.

In Thailand, it's statues of democracy leaders that are disappearing

In Thailand, it's statues of democracy leaders that are disappearing

At least six sites memorialising the People’s Party that led the 1932 revolution have been removed or renamed in the past year.

Kangaroo Island Dunnart recovery supported by citizen scientists across the country

Kangaroo Island Dunnart recovery supported by citizen scientists across the country

The Kangaroo Island dunnart is listed as endangered with a population estimated at 300-500 individuals prior to the 2019-20 bushfires.
UOB Malaysia employees unite to raise RM300,000 in a month in its  latest COVID-19 relief effort

UOB Malaysia employees unite to raise RM300,000 in a month in its latest COVID-19 relief effort

The fundraising initiative is part of UOB Group’s global #UnitedForYou COVID-19 Relief Programme to support vulnerable communities during these difficult times
Singapore PM's estranged brother joins opposition party as election looms

Singapore PM's estranged brother joins opposition party as election looms

Lee Hsien Yang says the ruling PAP has 'lost its way' and that he supported the principles and values of the Progress Singapore Party.

Rare chance to say goodbye

Rare chance to say goodbye

CORONAVIRUS | Chilean hospital invites in Covid-19 patients' families.

National Kidney Foundation goes beyond call of duty to empower patients

National Kidney Foundation goes beyond call of duty to empower patients

The National Kidney Foundation of Malaysia (NKF) has gone above its call of duty for kidney health by equipping patients through a health Webinar during this challenging period; displaying both heart and innovation!

Police find partially buried body of dead senior citizen

Police find partially buried body of dead senior citizen

Police say the victim was found by his employer who went looking for him after he did not answer his phone.

2020-06-24

2020-06-24

Assistant registrars still cannot register non-Muslim marriages

Assistant registrars still cannot register non-Muslim marriages

This comes despite Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob having announced that assistant registrars at 171 locations have been approved to do so.

Trump slams protesters at Phoenix rally, visits border wall in Arizona

Trump slams protesters at Phoenix rally, visits border wall in Arizona

Pushing a law-and-order theme at the rally, he vowed to prevent 'the left-wing mob' from pushing nation into chaos.

UUM lecturer to Ramasamy: Why sue me and not others?

UUM lecturer to Ramasamy: Why sue me and not others?

UPDATED 11.22AM | Kamarul says Ramasamy's suit against him contained statements made by others which he shared on social media.

YOURSAY | Politicians are still cashing in on racial issues

YOURSAY | Politicians are still cashing in on racial issues

YOURSAY | 'I despise Malay politicians who create imaginary enemies to consolidate their power.'

YOURSAY | The stumbling block in Harapan Plus is…

YOURSAY | The stumbling block in Harapan Plus is…

YOURSAY | 'Harapan is still the same hoax that was voted into power. Nothing has changed.'

Report: Myanmar wants its undocumented migrants in Malaysia repatriated

Report: Myanmar wants its undocumented migrants in Malaysia repatriated

This call from the government of Myanmar to Putrajaya comes after reports of eight suicide cases of undocumented Myanmarese illegal workers.

North Korea suspends military action plans against South Korea - KCNA

North Korea suspends military action plans against South Korea - KCNA

This was decided at the Central Military Commission meeting yesterday, presided by North Korean supreme leader Kim Jong Un.

Dr M moots ending ties with PKR and 9 news you may have missed

Dr M moots ending ties with PKR and 9 news you may have missed

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

Hiring directly from immigration depots will cut out intermediaries, lauds group

Hiring directly from immigration depots will cut out intermediaries, lauds group

The direct hiring can ease the government's financial burden in managing about 15,000 undocumented migrants nationwide.

More PKR members to exit party en masse this Saturday?

More PKR members to exit party en masse this Saturday?

A new NGO is purportedly organising an event for Malacca PKR members to leave, en masse.