Archive - 27 June 2020

Sabah DAP wants all East M'sia MPs, including GPS, to back Shafie as PM

Sabah DAP wants all East M'sia MPs, including GPS, to back Shafie as PM

They say the Warisan head will ensure the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 and that Sabah and Sarawak are not marginalised.

Faced with surprise Shafie option, PKR says to discuss with Harapan allies

Faced with surprise Shafie option, PKR says to discuss with Harapan allies

I have been informed that Amanah and DAP will bring this matter to a Harapan discussion, says Saifuddin Nasution.

Reject deceitful politics, Anwar posts after Shafie for PM announcement

Reject deceitful politics, Anwar posts after Shafie for PM announcement

UPDATED 10.16PM | He calls on the people to 'reject politics of lies and tricks'.

Bersatu leader: Nothing wrong with PAS' confidence vote but now's not the time

Bersatu leader: Nothing wrong with PAS' confidence vote but now's not the time

It's just my hope and belief the administration will continue to focus on the people rather than this political 'Game of Thrones', says Rais Hussin.

Gov't to continue mega-projects that do not require additional funding - PM

Gov't to continue mega-projects that do not require additional funding - PM

These include the projects that we have decided upon, namely the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) project, he says.

MCO - Housebuyers may not be able to sue for delayed projects

MCO - Housebuyers may not be able to sue for delayed projects

Buyers must accept the fact that they cannot make any claim based on the original agreement, says Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin.

Dissolving Parliament now will only benefit Umno, say Bersatu leaders

Dissolving Parliament now will only benefit Umno, say Bersatu leaders

Bersatu Youth exco Mohd Ashraf Mustaqim Badrul Munir says snap polls calls is Umno's way to indicate it is the 'big brother' in PN.

Harapan needs to discuss Shafie as PM move internally - DAP, Amanah

Harapan needs to discuss Shafie as PM move internally - DAP, Amanah

UPDATED 7.46PM | A final decision will be made by the Pakatan Harapan presidential council, say leaders of the two parties.

PM submits motion to replace Speaker Ariff, Deputy Speaker Nga

PM submits motion to replace Speaker Ariff, Deputy Speaker Nga

According to Nga, Muhyiddin has defied convention by submitting for both to be replaced on the spot.

Shafie as PM and Anwar, Mukhriz as DPMs backed by Amanah, DAP leaders - Dr M

Shafie as PM and Anwar, Mukhriz as DPMs backed by Amanah, DAP leaders - Dr M

UPDATED 7.29PM | 'I fully support this proposal. What is important is for us to have a firm stance so that the people know about it,' says the former premier.

PAS confidence vote: Boon or bane for Muhyiddin?

PAS confidence vote: Boon or bane for Muhyiddin?

Leaders from the Islamist party says they are confident the prime minister will survive the vote. Will he?

Migrant workers returning to M'sia among 10 new Covid-19 cases

Migrant workers returning to M'sia among 10 new Covid-19 cases

CORONAVIRUS | Three of them are foreigners and one is a Malaysian, says the Health DG.

Covid-19: Indonesia's infection tally rises to 52,812; death toll at 2,720

Covid-19: Indonesia's infection tally rises to 52,812; death toll at 2,720

East Java has so far recorded the highest number of deaths at 813 cases.
Chini polls training ground for BN's GE15 campaign - Mat Hasan

Chini polls training ground for BN's GE15 campaign - Mat Hasan

CHINI POLLS | He says it's also the best opportunity for party leaders to explain the current state of the country's politics.

Tourism, culture industries lose RM45b over Covid-19 - Motac

Tourism, culture industries lose RM45b over Covid-19 - Motac

Motac minister Nancy Shukri says tourism is one of the hardest-hit economic sectors and is expected to be the last to recover.
PM: Stimulating the economy is as challenging as containing Covid-19

PM: Stimulating the economy is as challenging as containing Covid-19

Muhyiddin Yassin says he is concerned that nearly a million people would lose their jobs in the next few months.

Confidence vote: Speaker's office says received a number of motions

Confidence vote: Speaker's office says received a number of motions

UPDATED 6.50PM | Meanwhile, deputy speaker Nga confirms Dr Mahathir has filed a second no-confidence motion against Muhyiddin.

Dr M backs East M'sian PM candidate, says he's no longer in the running

Dr M backs East M'sian PM candidate, says he's no longer in the running

In a video, Langkawi MP Dr Mahathir Mohamad is seen endorsing Warisan president Shafie Apdal.
‘Datuk Seri’ found dead after abduction during jogging trip

‘Datuk Seri’ found dead after abduction during jogging trip

The victim was reportedly kidnapped while jogging at a playground in Petaling Jaya on June 10.
PSM questions MPPN appointments ‘unrelated’ to agriculture

PSM questions MPPN appointments ‘unrelated’ to agriculture

The ministry has appointed capitalists, food importers and middle persons who are not involved in the agriculture sector.
Minister: Migrant workers allowed on local fishing vessels

Minister: Migrant workers allowed on local fishing vessels

They will need an immigration permit, be screened for Covid-19 and undergo a 14-day quarantine.
LETTER | Who should be the next PM?

LETTER | Who should be the next PM?

It is plain illogical and nonsensical that Dr Mahathir Mohamad or Shafie Apdal be considered as alternatives to be appointed as PM.

MP questions plan to ease travel restrictions with Indonesia

MP questions plan to ease travel restrictions with Indonesia

UPDATED 6.53PM | As of June 26, their total infections nationwide is 51,427 and the death toll is 2,683.

Gov’t firm in blocking entry of Rohingya refugees

Gov’t firm in blocking entry of Rohingya refugees

The Foreign Ministry has been told to discuss ways to realise the matter.
Covid-19 cases in India cross 500,000 as big cities reel from surge

Covid-19 cases in India cross 500,000 as big cities reel from surge

CORONAVIRUS | Experts advising the Indian government say the authorities should now prioritise reducing mortality over containing the spread of the virus.
Editor-in-chief under OSA probe maintains HSA fire stories based on 'declassified info'

Editor-in-chief under OSA probe maintains HSA fire stories based on 'declassified info'

The findings were based on an independent inquiry conducted by a seven-member committee.
Malaysia ‘cannot avoid’ humanitarian duties towards Rohingya - Mapim

Malaysia ‘cannot avoid’ humanitarian duties towards Rohingya - Mapim

The council, however, adds the government should push Asean for a resolution to the Rohingya issue.
Ismail denies involvement in Parti Reformasi Bersatu Negara

Ismail denies involvement in Parti Reformasi Bersatu Negara

The senior minister says he lives and dies with Umno.

Umno man hopes Chini polls will be catalyst for PN cooperation in GE15

Umno man hopes Chini polls will be catalyst for PN cooperation in GE15

Umno information chief hopes the trend during the Chini by-election will be maintained prior to GE15.
Child still under treatment for JE in Penang

Child still under treatment for JE in Penang

The other patient has been discharged from the hospital.

Prolintas says cleaning workers’ quarters, controlling movement after Malaria case

Prolintas says cleaning workers’ quarters, controlling movement after Malaria case

Among the initiatives are cleaning workers’ quarters and construction sites, demolishing temporary quarters and rebuilding more organised quarters.
Group urges gov't to retain input subsidies for paddy farmers

Group urges gov't to retain input subsidies for paddy farmers

Padi Rescue suggests plugging the leakages in the subsidies instead of replacing the scheme.
LETTER | Juggling between what is important, studies and work

LETTER | Juggling between what is important, studies and work

Do not ever take lightly on those who are learning online. Every time a student submits an assignment, new ones pop-up.
LETTER | Return people's mandate to rightful election winners

LETTER | Return people's mandate to rightful election winners

The decision to change the government should not be determined by party-hopping elected representatives.
UK ditches quarantine for arrivals from low Covid-19 risk countries

UK ditches quarantine for arrivals from low Covid-19 risk countries

CORONAVIRUS | An expert panel will put nations into three categories: green, amber and red.
Siberian heatwave is a 'warning cry' from the Arctic, climate scientists say

Siberian heatwave is a 'warning cry' from the Arctic, climate scientists say

Scientists fear the blazes are early signs of drier conditions to come.
Amid pandemic, Asean nations warn of 'alarming' South China Sea incidents

Amid pandemic, Asean nations warn of 'alarming' South China Sea incidents

'Even as our region struggles to contain Covid-19, alarming incidents in the South China Sea occurred,' says Duterte.
Coronavirus traces found in March 2019 sewage sample, Spanish study shows

Coronavirus traces found in March 2019 sewage sample, Spanish study shows

The research has been submitted for a peer review.
Obscure Indian cyber firm spied on politicians, investors worldwide

Obscure Indian cyber firm spied on politicians, investors worldwide

The company's owner, Sumit Gupta, declines to disclose who had hired him and denies any wrongdoing.
Judge orders Trump adviser to report to prison by July 14

Judge orders Trump adviser to report to prison by July 14

Roger Stone was found guilty by a jury last November of obstruction, witness tampering and lying to Congress under oath.
COMMENT | Drop OSA investigation against CodeBlue editor-in-chief

COMMENT | Drop OSA investigation against CodeBlue editor-in-chief

This investigation is tantamount to intimidation and is clearly aimed at silencing voices that are critical of the administration.
Scientists just beginning to understand the severe health problems caused by Covid

Scientists just beginning to understand the severe health problems caused by Covid

Even survivors of Covid-19 will continue to suffer from a vast array of health problems.
45,000 new coronavirus cases, US reach biggest single-day increase

45,000 new coronavirus cases, US reach biggest single-day increase

Despite the grim news, Trump said the US was coming back from the coronavirus crisis.
Growing support for third PM candidate in Harapan Plus

Growing support for third PM candidate in Harapan Plus

As the Dr M-Anwar impasse continues, some are increasingly gunning for an alternative candidate.
WHO-led coalition needs US$31.3bln to fight Covid-19

WHO-led coalition needs US$31.3bln to fight Covid-19

It's needed over the next 12 months to develop and roll out tests, treatments and vaccines.

PKR, DAP leaders criticise Dr M for perpetuating 'rich Chinese' narrative

PKR, DAP leaders criticise Dr M for perpetuating 'rich Chinese' narrative

UPDATED 2.45PM | They say it's the old narrative that does not help in resolving the economic gap between the rich and the poor.

COMMENT | Why recall elections and not anti-hopping law?

COMMENT | Why recall elections and not anti-hopping law?

There are three key problems with the anti-hopping law.

Health news portal probed under secrecy law, and 9 news you may have missed

Health news portal probed under secrecy law, and 9 news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed, in brief.
YOURSAY | Harapan should not abandon principles in bid to form gov’t

YOURSAY | Harapan should not abandon principles in bid to form gov’t

‘It is not about getting into power with dubious reformists.’
PAS submits  motion of confidence for Muhyiddin

PAS submits motion of confidence for Muhyiddin

PAS is confident the leader who 'priortises the people' will garner majority support from the MPs.