Archive - 7 July 2020

MACC arrests man suspected of soliciting RM112,000 bribe

MACC arrests man suspected of soliciting RM112,000 bribe

A business division head of a private company was detained that the Klang MACC office at 4pm today.

Umno man wants proof that BN is not receiving 'short end of the stick'

Umno man wants proof that BN is not receiving 'short end of the stick'

He claims BN not only has to share positions with Bersatu but also the G10 comprising supporters of Azmin Ali.

Police looking for motorist driving against traffic flow in Klang

Police looking for motorist driving against traffic flow in Klang

A white Hyundai vehicle was recorded driving against the traffic flow from the three-way Haji Abdul Manan intersection towards Bukit Raja.

'At wartime speed', China leads COVID-19 vaccine race

'At wartime speed', China leads COVID-19 vaccine race

CORONAVIRUS | After past vaccine scandals, Beijing will also have to convince the world it has met all safety and quality requirements.

LETTER | Stop academic arguments and address poverty now

LETTER | Stop academic arguments and address poverty now

The govt should immediately reach out to the large section of our society who has been left out from social programmes all this while.

Annuar explains 'Muhyiddin for GE15' comment amid internal pushback

Annuar explains 'Muhyiddin for GE15' comment amid internal pushback

Annuar says he was talking about the current support for Muhyiddin Yassin but can't say about a few years down the road.
M'sia, Japan discuss cooperation to stimulate tourism industry - Nancy

M'sia, Japan discuss cooperation to stimulate tourism industry - Nancy

Cooperation in the industry was raised when Japanese Ambassador to Malaysia Hiroshi Oka visited her today.

'You can take it' - Syed Saddiq says won't delay bid to cast him out of Bersatu

'You can take it' - Syed Saddiq says won't delay bid to cast him out of Bersatu

The former Bersatu Youth chief says he will withdraw his civil suit against the party over his removal as a Bersatu member.

Fog lamps, ice blue lights pose danger to road users - Bukit Aman

Fog lamps, ice blue lights pose danger to road users - Bukit Aman

Many vehicle owners install the lights despite the use being prohibited.

Maybank, RHB to lower base rate, BLR by 25 bps

Maybank, RHB to lower base rate, BLR by 25 bps

Earlier today, BNM announced the reduction of the OPR by another 25 basis points to 1.75 percent.

Nga : I will not stay a minute longer if voted out as deputy speaker

Nga : I will not stay a minute longer if voted out as deputy speaker

'If we are removed, then we will bow out in honour. Be a person with class,' says Nga Kor Ming.

Australia's second largest city heads back into coronavirus lockdown

Australia's second largest city heads back into coronavirus lockdown

CORONAVIRUS | Melbourne residents will be required to stay home unless travelling to work, studying or shopping for food.
Budget 2021 to focus on four broad themes - Tengku Zafrul

Budget 2021 to focus on four broad themes - Tengku Zafrul

This includes caring for the people, steering the economy, sustainable living and enhancing public service delivery.

WHO to travellers - keep an eye on 'anywhere and everywhere' Covid-19

WHO to travellers - keep an eye on 'anywhere and everywhere' Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | It urges travellers to wear masks on planes and keep themselves informed as Covid-19 cases surge again in some countries.

Police to call up Al Jazeera, journalist over documentary - IGP

Police to call up Al Jazeera, journalist over documentary - IGP

Top cop says police have opened an investigation to determine whether there are elements of sedition or misconduct.

Migrant smuggling: IP on 19 law enforcement personnel submitted to AGC

Migrant smuggling: IP on 19 law enforcement personnel submitted to AGC

The investigation papers on another four enforcement personnel are in the midst of preparation, says Johor police chief.

Loke: PN playing partisan politics by realigning ECRL to skip Negeri Sembilan

Loke: PN playing partisan politics by realigning ECRL to skip Negeri Sembilan

The former transport minister said the government is unfairly excluding the Harapan state.

Health DG justifies detention of migrants amid Al Jazeera row

Health DG justifies detention of migrants amid Al Jazeera row

This comes after an Al Jazeera report on the detention of migrants during the MCO period stirs up controversy.

Indonesia imposes 10 pct VAT on Amazon, Google, Netflix and Spotify

Indonesia imposes 10 pct VAT on Amazon, Google, Netflix and Spotify

Indonesia's digital economy is expected to reach US$130 billion by 2025.

'Upsetting and hurtful' - activist on investigation into post on refugee conditions

'Upsetting and hurtful' - activist on investigation into post on refugee conditions

Heidy Quah is being investigated for criminal defamation and improper use of network facilities or network service.

New Covid-19 cases: Four imported, two from workplace screening

New Covid-19 cases: Four imported, two from workplace screening

CORONAVIRUS | No new cases involving non-citizens reported today.

SOP for Parliament sitting approved - Ismail

SOP for Parliament sitting approved - Ismail

It includes wearing face masks, practising social distancing and for MPs, officials and media members to register via MySejahtera.

DAP sacks members who aided defected reps

DAP sacks members who aided defected reps

The party's disciplinary committee says it won't tolerate members accepting positions from PN or aiding defectors.

PKR MP calls on govt to cease media pressure, push ahead with media council

PKR MP calls on govt to cease media pressure, push ahead with media council

However, Fahmi Fadzil says this does not mean the media is free to report false or invalid news.

Australia warns citizens of 'arbitrary detention' risk in China

Australia warns citizens of 'arbitrary detention' risk in China

It says this in an updated travel advisory on Australia's Smart Traveller website.

BNM reduces OPR to 1.75 pct, lowest since 2004

BNM reduces OPR to 1.75 pct, lowest since 2004

The central bank says the reduction in the OPR will provide additional policy stimulus to accelerate the pace of economic recovery.

May 18 single-day Parliament sitting valid - PM responds to legal challenge

May 18 single-day Parliament sitting valid - PM responds to legal challenge

The Dewan Rakyat sitting is said to be valid because of two letters.

Families of detained Indian citizens seek help to secure release

Families of detained Indian citizens seek help to secure release

They have approached authorities in India to aid in getting their relatives out of M'sian detention and repatriated.

Deputy speaker lauds Parlimen Digital, proposes expansion to state level

Deputy speaker lauds Parlimen Digital, proposes expansion to state level

However, Rashid Hasnon does not address claims that participants have been called up by cops.
YSEALI Bootcamp: Sparking Digital Action

YSEALI Bootcamp: Sparking Digital Action

Join the network of YSEALI leaders and broaden your impact!
Tourism Malaysia feature "The Best Of Malaysia" deals at dream to travel festival

Tourism Malaysia feature "The Best Of Malaysia" deals at dream to travel festival

As it is an online festival, it provides an avenue that cuts across geographical barrier.
US looking at banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok - Pompeo

US looking at banning Chinese social media apps, including TikTok - Pompeo

US lawmakers have raised national security concerns over TikTok's handling of user data.

Hong Kong Tiananmen museum turns to digitalisation after new law

Hong Kong Tiananmen museum turns to digitalisation after new law

The museum plays video footage of troops opening fire on protesters as well as cartoon images and graphics of the event.
Watsons Malaysia pledges to reduce its plastic waste

Watsons Malaysia pledges to reduce its plastic waste

Leading Health and Beauty Retail Supports the Use of Sustainable Palm Oil
Housewife fined RM6,000 for pinching 10-month-old baby

Housewife fined RM6,000 for pinching 10-month-old baby

She pinched her neighbour's son's ears till they bruised.

S'pore's fake news law trips up opposition as election looms

S'pore's fake news law trips up opposition as election looms

Rights groups have long warned that the law has repeatedly been directed at opposition figures.

Italian cabinet approves 'mother of all reforms' to slash red tape

Italian cabinet approves 'mother of all reforms' to slash red tape

The "simplification decree” is to help relaunch an economy brought to its knees by the coronavirus.
Liver & Lung revive Sepet The Musical, producing first show in RMCO

Liver & Lung revive Sepet The Musical, producing first show in RMCO

This will be KL’s first live-theatrical production since the Movement Control Order.

Bersih chairperson under investigation over Sheraton Move protests

Bersih chairperson under investigation over Sheraton Move protests

Fann refuses to answer police questions and chooses to answer in court.

Voting in time of the coronavirus, Singaporeans question foreign hires

Voting in time of the coronavirus, Singaporeans question foreign hires

Opposition gripes about foreigners holding top-tier professional roles have resonated with voters, analysts say.
Exclusive: TikTok says it will exit Hong Kong market within days

Exclusive: TikTok says it will exit Hong Kong market within days

Short-form video app has made the move following China's establishment of a sweeping new national security law there.

Prosecution wants to amend forfeiture notice against Jho Low's father

Prosecution wants to amend forfeiture notice against Jho Low's father

It is understood that there were slight differences from the original notice over the name of the banks and the amount involved.
King is first respondent in Census 2020

King is first respondent in Census 2020

There are 108 questions that need to be answered in the census.

Nga: Azhar, Azalina nominated as speaker, deputy speaker

Nga: Azhar, Azalina nominated as speaker, deputy speaker

The motion for their nomination was submitted to the Dewan Rakyat by Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin.

Immigration Dept searching for migrant interviewee in Al Jazeera report

Immigration Dept searching for migrant interviewee in Al Jazeera report

Meanwhile, the NSC warns that migrants risk losing their immigration passes if they make 'inaccurate statements'.

Be careful in making statements, don't waste police time - IGP

Be careful in making statements, don't waste police time - IGP

The police should instead use the time to focus on other pressing matters concerning the country's security, says the top cop.
Cops to question NGO over FB post on immigration detention

Cops to question NGO over FB post on immigration detention

Quah is believed to have been summoned by police over her FB post on alleged mistreatment of refugees.

Dr M’s review bid in misfeasance of public office suit against Najib dismissed

Dr M’s review bid in misfeasance of public office suit against Najib dismissed

The three-member bench in a unanimous decision says the case is not an exceptional case for the court to exercise its review power.

Mustapa denies realignment could balloon ECRL price tag by RM20b

Mustapa denies realignment could balloon ECRL price tag by RM20b

Report claiming possible additional cost to the project merely speculation, minister says.

Jakim's Covid-19 fund available for all in need, says minister

Jakim's Covid-19 fund available for all in need, says minister

Religious affairs minister responds to RM100,000 aid given to a PAS-owned kindergarten.

Murky procurement of 'blacklisted' X-ray scanners

Murky procurement of 'blacklisted' X-ray scanners

SPECIAL REPORT | The equipment which assists humans to detect wrongdoings is tangled with an allegation of fraud.

Vietnam enters 82nd day without new Covid-19 community infections

Vietnam enters 82nd day without new Covid-19 community infections

CORONAVIRUS | The country has so far recorded a total of 369 cases, including 229 imported ones.

Don't backtrack on revising poverty line: MTUC sec-gen

Don't backtrack on revising poverty line: MTUC sec-gen

Union body alarmed after former UN man claims PN govt performing 'backflip' over poverty figures.

Govt rebuts ex-UN rep, will announce new poverty rate based on 2019 methodology

Govt rebuts ex-UN rep, will announce new poverty rate based on 2019 methodology

UPDATED 12.45PM | The latest poverty rate will be announced soon, says a minister.

Census important foundation for country's development planning - Muhyiddin

Census important foundation for country's development planning - Muhyiddin

UPDATED 4.23PM | He says the information provided through the census will shape the lives of future generations.

November date set for Umno general assembly

November date set for Umno general assembly

The Umno AGM will be held on Nov 27 and 28.
Police did not call Parlimen Digital reps for questioning, says IGP

Police did not call Parlimen Digital reps for questioning, says IGP

UPDATED 3.54PM | The police chief says he doesn't see any criminal elements in the Parlimen Digital initiative.

Tech companies suspend processing Hong Kong government data requests

Tech companies suspend processing Hong Kong government data requests

This follows China's establishment of a sweeping new national security law for the semi-autonomous city.

US to force out foreign students taking classes fully online

US to force out foreign students taking classes fully online

Those students must transfer to another school with in-person instruction for fall semester or leave the US, authorities say.

COMMENT | The speaker is the face of Parliament

COMMENT | The speaker is the face of Parliament

It will be a sad day when the presiding officer can be removed for political reasons.

Dr M's stalwart leaves Amanah, urges Harapan to reject Anwar

Dr M's stalwart leaves Amanah, urges Harapan to reject Anwar

Khairuddin Abu Hassan says PKR is now facing problems and has fallen apart under Anwar's leadership.

LETTER | Victim-blaming perpetuates silence and injustice

LETTER | Victim-blaming perpetuates silence and injustice

Norazizi, you do not need to be a rapist to perpetuate rape culture. As an educator, you have let your profession, your students, and your country down.
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China launches political policing task force - state media

China launches political policing task force - state media

The force is to crack down on all kinds of infiltration, subversion, sabotage, violent terrorist activities, ethnic separatist activities and extreme religious activities.

Next World Bank, IMF meetings to be virtual - World Bank chief

Next World Bank, IMF meetings to be virtual - World Bank chief

The decision to meet virtually, rather than in person in Washington, is widely expected given rising infections in the US and continuing travel restrictions.
UN expert deems US drone strike on Iran's Soleimani an 'unlawful' killing

UN expert deems US drone strike on Iran's Soleimani an 'unlawful' killing

The January drone strike in Iraq that killed top Iranian general Qassem Soleimani and nine other people.
New security law starts to bite Hong Kong's pro-democracy economy

New security law starts to bite Hong Kong's pro-democracy economy

'Special drinks for socialism with Chinese characteristics!'
YOURSAY | All eyes on vote to remove House speaker, deputy speaker

YOURSAY | All eyes on vote to remove House speaker, deputy speaker

‘When the no-confidence motion is brought up, Muhyiddin's appointed speaker will not allow it.’
Zero Covid-19 case: A target or merely a wish?

Zero Covid-19 case: A target or merely a wish?

CORONAVIRUS | Can we achieve this projection by the Health Ministry DG, having now gained the freedom to engage in more activities under the recovery MCO?

YOURSAY | After Chini victory, will PN be emboldened to call snap polls?

YOURSAY | After Chini victory, will PN be emboldened to call snap polls?

'A more realistic indication would be for Umno to capture a majority Harapan seat.’
COMMENT | Why Umno may want Muhyiddin as their PM

COMMENT | Why Umno may want Muhyiddin as their PM

There are at least three candidates that are seen favourably by Umno as PM and one is no longer an Umno man.

'Despite PN's confidence, its fortunes are tied to last-minute Umno-PAS moves'

'Despite PN's confidence, its fortunes are tied to last-minute Umno-PAS moves'

Umno and PAS could even decide to rely on Muafakat Nasional and not want to be involved with PN, says a political analyst.

COMMENT | Can PKR's 'shadow cabinet' work?

COMMENT | Can PKR's 'shadow cabinet' work?

A delay in shadow cabinet formation may simply mean another manifesto, with hastily patched up promises that voters cannot trust.

Umno gets access to its RM193m and 10 news you may have missed

Umno gets access to its RM193m and 10 news you may have missed

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