Archive - 12 July 2020

Drunk driver crashes into mosque gates in Bukit Mertajam

Drunk driver crashes into mosque gates in Bukit Mertajam

Police say the 23-year-old was driving alone in the 2.30am incident.
Muhyiddin congratulates PM Lee over S'pore polls victory

Muhyiddin congratulates PM Lee over S'pore polls victory

PM is confident that existing bilateral relations between M'sia and S'pore will continue to grow under Lee's premiership.
Umno Youth chief: No choice but dissolution if Muhyiddin's motions fail

Umno Youth chief: No choice but dissolution if Muhyiddin's motions fail

'If it fails, it means PN no longer has the legitimacy and majority to continue with governing,' says Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.
LETTER | Public has right to know effectiveness of various test kits

LETTER | Public has right to know effectiveness of various test kits

The threat of new clusters may still be present and therefore, we should get our house in order.
COMMENT | The Harapan debacle: A clash of narratives?

COMMENT | The Harapan debacle: A clash of narratives?

We really need to do better the second time around and that opportunity might come sooner than we imagine.
Adib's family upset with IGP, against revising decision on cause of death

Adib's family upset with IGP, against revising decision on cause of death

'It should be stressed here that the court has already given its findings on the cause and reasons behind Adib’s death.'
Despite rallying for Muhyiddin, PN registration still a sticking point for BN

Despite rallying for Muhyiddin, PN registration still a sticking point for BN

Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah says there were many objections when the issue was raised during a meeting this morning.
Anwar: Nothing personal against Dr M, we can agree on issues

Anwar: Nothing personal against Dr M, we can agree on issues

PKR chief is confident they will put up a united front on the motion to remove Dewan Rakyat speaker and his deputy.

Covid-19: New cluster emerges in S'wak, more detention centre cases

Covid-19: New cluster emerges in S'wak, more detention centre cases

CORONAVIRUS | 14 new infections have been recorded today comprising 3 imported cases, 11 local transmissions.

'Frozen' CCID cases to be reopened for investigation - IGP

'Frozen' CCID cases to be reopened for investigation - IGP

No details were provided but Abdul Hamid says they include online cheating cases.

Govt and opposition blocs gear up ahead of Parliament showdown

Govt and opposition blocs gear up ahead of Parliament showdown

This will be the first full sitting since PN took over the federal government in March following defections from Harapan.
Frequent change of guard to prevent border duty power abuse

Frequent change of guard to prevent border duty power abuse

This will prevent personnel from taking up roles in smuggling syndicates, maintain alertness in patrol areas: Defence forces chief.

Govt optimistic about achieving Shared Prosperity Vision 2030

Govt optimistic about achieving Shared Prosperity Vision 2030

Despite Covid-19, PM will ensure its objectives are met and improvement made for B40 group, minister says.

ADUN SPEAKS | Mary Josephine will never walk alone with DAP

ADUN SPEAKS | Mary Josephine will never walk alone with DAP

DAP women’s wing hopes that the Rahang assemblyperson will reconsider her decision to quit the party.

Minister: 266 investigation papers on Covid-19 fake news so far

Minister: 266 investigation papers on Covid-19 fake news so far

Ismail Sabri says the police and MCMC will continue to closely monitor the spread of fake news.
BN hopes for united front to aid Muhyiddin in removal of speaker, deputy speaker

BN hopes for united front to aid Muhyiddin in removal of speaker, deputy speaker

Umno supreme council member Tajuddin Abdul Rahman expresses confidence that the Parliament speaker and his deputy will be replaced tomorrow.
Be firm but beware of traitors in and out of force - Ex-IGP to Johor chief

Be firm but beware of traitors in and out of force - Ex-IGP to Johor chief

Musa has advised Ayob to be tough in carrying out his duties when it comes to possible political interference in police cases.

Key issues for upcoming Dewan Rakyat sitting

Key issues for upcoming Dewan Rakyat sitting

Muhyiddin Yassin’s legitimacy as prime minister is among four main agenda that is expected to crop up during tomorrow's parliamentary sitting.
Fertility problem among men on the rise - LPPKN

Fertility problem among men on the rise - LPPKN

Based on an international study, infertility problems are affecting 7 pct of the male population, it says.

Kadir: Motion to replace speaker 'indirect' measure of PM confidence vote

Kadir: Motion to replace speaker 'indirect' measure of PM confidence vote

Muhyiddin’s intention to replace the speaker and his deputy could face resistance from MPs and as a result, his standing as PM will be hurt, says Kadir.

In first, Trump dons mask in visit to military medical facility

In first, Trump dons mask in visit to military medical facility

Trump previously refused to wear a mask in public or ask other Americans to do so, saying it was a personal choice.

‘Glove shortage will worsen if freeze on foreign workers continues’

‘Glove shortage will worsen if freeze on foreign workers continues’

Top Glove chairperson and founder Lim Wee Chai says that expecting only locals to fill the vacancies is unrealistic.
Immigration revokes work permit of migrant in Al Jazeera report

Immigration revokes work permit of migrant in Al Jazeera report

Police urge migrant interviewee in the int'l broadcaster's controversial documentary to surrender.

LETTER | M'sia's missed leadership: Rafidah Aziz

LETTER | M'sia's missed leadership: Rafidah Aziz

It's not too late for us to give the 'Iron Lady' the top spot, for her courage and wisdom may be able to heal the nation.

‘Public campaign’ against Al Jazeera report puts media freedom, migrants at risk - NGOs

‘Public campaign’ against Al Jazeera report puts media freedom, migrants at risk - NGOs

The NGOs also called on the government to cease its investigations against the Al Jazeera team.
LETTER | Azhar’s resignation reinforces a historical deficit

LETTER | Azhar’s resignation reinforces a historical deficit

Malaysia has lost a great opportunity for electoral reforms and now it is in the hands of the young to bring about change.
Singapore ruling party, stung by poll setback, faces succession questions

Singapore ruling party, stung by poll setback, faces succession questions

The election results cast a pall over prime minister Lee's plans to seek a mandate for the next generation of leaders as he prepared to step down.

'Witch Hunt': Trump commutes long-time adviser Roger Stone's prison sentence

'Witch Hunt': Trump commutes long-time adviser Roger Stone's prison sentence

Stone - who was convicted of lying under oath - was scheduled to report by Tuesday to a federal prison in Jesup, Georgia.
Keeping the Papia Kristang flag flying

Keeping the Papia Kristang flag flying

MALAYSIANSKINI | Philomena Edna Singho is determined to ensure her language thrives in an ever-changing world.

Bollywood stars Amitabh Bachchan, son Abhishek test positive for Covid-19

Bollywood stars Amitabh Bachchan, son Abhishek test positive for Covid-19

Both father and son have been admitted to Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai and are in stable condition.

COMMENT | Are riots justifiable?

COMMENT | Are riots justifiable?

COMMENT | While protesting against police brutality and racism is surely legitimate, can riots also be defended?

Malaysiakini on trial – apex court to hear contempt case tomorrow

Malaysiakini on trial – apex court to hear contempt case tomorrow

A seven-member Federal Court bench will hear the case at 9am on Monday.

YOURSAY | ‘Name-calling Al Jazeera is not patriotism’

YOURSAY | ‘Name-calling Al Jazeera is not patriotism’

‘Don't be too blind to defend this nation when there is some truth in the allegation.’
Bersatu, Umno tensions flare and 6 news you may have missed

Bersatu, Umno tensions flare and 6 news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed, in brief.