Archive - 15 July 2020

Jempol PKR chief among 26 members quitting party

Jempol PKR chief among 26 members quitting party

Karip Mohd Salleh claims that the party failed to solve its internal crisis, causing the Pakatan Harapan government to collapse.
Risk of Covid-19 spreading at flood relief centres, says Health DG

Risk of Covid-19 spreading at flood relief centres, says Health DG

Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah stresses on the importance of practising Covid-19 prevention measures to contain infections.
MACC says will not reopen old cases involving previous govt without new leads

MACC says will not reopen old cases involving previous govt without new leads

MACC's investigation director says there must be new and concrete evidence if any old cases were to be reopened.
We must not go back to business as usual post Covid-19 - Commonwealth sec-gen

We must not go back to business as usual post Covid-19 - Commonwealth sec-gen

The impact of human actions on the environment and climate change became even more apparent during the pandemic, she says.

Group condemns sexual harassment on reporter’s livestream

Group condemns sexual harassment on reporter’s livestream

Zazrina Zainuddin received lewd comments on Malaysia Gazette's Facebook livestreams whenever she appears as host.
Two men arrested for mocking Jawi Day announcement

Two men arrested for mocking Jawi Day announcement

An investigation paper was opened after a police report, on netizens making jokes out of the Jawi Day announcement, was lodged.
UN warns of dangerous drop in vaccinations during Covid-19 pandemic

UN warns of dangerous drop in vaccinations during Covid-19 pandemic

The suffering and death caused by children missing out on routine immunisations could be far greater than Covid-19 itself, says WHO.
UM student lodges report over sexual harassment involving associate professor

UM student lodges report over sexual harassment involving associate professor

She also says no details were given by the university authorities regarding their probe into the case.

Dr M: Why bother with Parliament when there's a backdoor govt?

Dr M: Why bother with Parliament when there's a backdoor govt?

He accuses the govt led by Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin of having no respect for parliamentary procedure.

Dr Cheah is actual first Malaysian woman don at Oxford University

Dr Cheah is actual first Malaysian woman don at Oxford University

‘Together as Malaysian women, we’ll continue to keep Malaysia on the map,’ says Dr Masliza Mahmod.
Yayasan Selangor defends assets sale, mulls legal action

Yayasan Selangor defends assets sale, mulls legal action

The foundation says the sales have been approved by its board of trustees and will be through an open tender process.

Resorts World Sentosa axes jobs as virus batters tourism in S'pore

Resorts World Sentosa axes jobs as virus batters tourism in S'pore

However, the company owner Genting Singapore Ltd did not disclose how many jobs will be lost.
Chinese ships no longer encroaching M'sian waters - Hishammuddin

Chinese ships no longer encroaching M'sian waters - Hishammuddin

He said bilateral ties between both countries have strengthened since he was appointed.

IGP: Some officers pay hefty sums to pass examinations

IGP: Some officers pay hefty sums to pass examinations

He says PDRM will create a special system to prevent third parties from accessing and changing the exam results.

Selangor allocates RM42m for B40 health insurance plan

Selangor allocates RM42m for B40 health insurance plan

This assistance is an improvement of the Peduli Sihat insurance scheme under the Selangor Prihatin stimulus package.
Umno, PAS oppose Zuraida’s local govt election plan

Umno, PAS oppose Zuraida’s local govt election plan

Umno lawmaker Noh Omar said this wasn't part of PN's agenda, while PAS Youth said local government elections could heighten racial disparity in the country.
MTUC partners with SEGi to assist Malaysians displaced by Covid-19

MTUC partners with SEGi to assist Malaysians displaced by Covid-19

This MoU will enable MTUC to shortlist and refer affected individuals to obtain soft or technical skills training, professional certifications or counselling services.
No half-day 1MDB trial for Najib tomorrow

No half-day 1MDB trial for Najib tomorrow

UPDATED 6.30PM | Court denies former prime minister’s application to attend Dewan Rakyat proceedings.

Five new Covid-19 cases recorded, mostly in Sarawak

Five new Covid-19 cases recorded, mostly in Sarawak

CORONAVIRUS | Four of the new infections are local transmissions, says Health DG.

Business associations warn more businesses to shutter from Covid-19 economic fallout

Business associations warn more businesses to shutter from Covid-19 economic fallout

They call on the govt to be more efficient in delivering aid promised in the various stimulus packages to mitigate the fallout.

BN MPs riled up after Guan Eng points to Azmin over assets sale

BN MPs riled up after Guan Eng points to Azmin over assets sale

The former finance minister explains the approval of asset sales was not under his jurisdiction.

Najib: I criticised Shafie even before PM nomination, he did not notice

Najib: I criticised Shafie even before PM nomination, he did not notice

'Perhaps he did not notice all the above criticism in the past when he was not named as PM candidate yet'.
Four-term Slim state rep dies

Four-term Slim state rep dies

Mohd Khusairi Abdul Talib, 59, passed away from a heart attack today in Bentong, Pahang.

23,955 M'sians stranded in 82 countries brought home

23,955 M'sians stranded in 82 countries brought home

CORONAVIRUS | Hishammuddin says they were brought home through various means and with the help of several parties.
US says room for sanctions in response to China in South China Sea

US says room for sanctions in response to China in South China Sea

This after the United States announced a tougher stance to Beijing's claims there.

Afif arrives at MACC headquarters over undersea tunnel probe

Afif arrives at MACC headquarters over undersea tunnel probe

The Seberang Jaya state representative says this is the first time he is called by the MACC with regard to the case.
Youth bored with religious, racial and chaotic politics - BN Youth chief

Youth bored with religious, racial and chaotic politics - BN Youth chief

Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki wants Parliament to be a noble place to debate with manners and morals.

Najib's defence claims plot in 1MDB's RM10b acquisition of Tanjong Energy

Najib's defence claims plot in 1MDB's RM10b acquisition of Tanjong Energy

1MDB TRIAL | Lawyer claims there was a 'scheme' to mislead the sovereign wealth fund on Tanjong's RM10.6 billion valuation.

Jepak MD admitted to paying RM6.5m to Rosmah - witness

Jepak MD admitted to paying RM6.5m to Rosmah - witness

Then premier's wife seemed unsurprised at receiving a large cash payment, says Jepak business partner.

LETTER | Stand up against colourism

LETTER | Stand up against colourism

Colourism has serious mental and emotional effects that can last for generations.
Parenting children with special needs

Parenting children with special needs

Parental self-care is what is today’s missing in our special needs’ world. Parents need deep-seated and self-compassion practices. We are so concerned about what is lacking and worried about our children that no one is considering the emotional and mental health crisis happening in the parents’ lives and overall family.

Shafie: MACC, IRB should not be used as political tools for intimidation

Shafie: MACC, IRB should not be used as political tools for intimidation

The Warisan president was responding to MACC's actions against those linked to his party.

Ex-minister: Will PN stick to Harapan's plan to dismantle Bernas monopoly?

Ex-minister: Will PN stick to Harapan's plan to dismantle Bernas monopoly?

Saifuddin Nasution says if so, the government needs to quickly find alternative sources of rice.

Malaysian businesses geared up for recovery

Malaysian businesses geared up for recovery

36% of businesses anticipate a decline of less than 20% revenues, while 34% expect a greater than 20% fall in revenues.
Public university's hostel, service fees for second semester reduced

Public university's hostel, service fees for second semester reduced

Up to 15 percent cut to such fees approved with an allocation of RM72m.

Malaysia's population estimated at 32.7m in 2020

Malaysia's population estimated at 32.7m in 2020

A drop in population growth rate is attributed to having fewer non-citizens due to Covid-19.

Tesco Malaysia powers 15 stores with solar energy

Tesco Malaysia powers 15 stores with solar energy

Tesco and NESS sign Malaysia’s largest commercial solar Power Purchase Agreement
Pahang civil servants to receive special one-off RM500 aid

Pahang civil servants to receive special one-off RM500 aid

The aid is for civil servants from the Jusa grade and below.
Malaysia’s first ever journal on the legislature

Malaysia’s first ever journal on the legislature

The first issue of the journal features articles from very experienced legislators who know the Standing Order thoroughly. These include former Dewan Rakyat Speaker, Tan Sri Pandikar Amin Mulia; former Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speakers, Datuk Seri Ronald Kiandee and Datuk Seri Ismail Mohamed Said; and former Dewan Negara Deputy Speaker Datuk Doris Sophia Brodie.

Tourism faces RM45b in losses from Covid-19

Tourism faces RM45b in losses from Covid-19

Nancy Shukri says the international tourism segment is projected to suffer over RM31b in losses.

'Smooth reopening of schools, strict compliance with SOP'

'Smooth reopening of schools, strict compliance with SOP'

CORONAVIRUS | Forms One to Four students and Years Five and Six pupils, as well as those in the remove classes, resume school today.

US military fleet to continue transits in South China Sea

US military fleet to continue transits in South China Sea

This is part of the Department of Defence’s policy to ensure freedom of navigation and overflight in international waters.

New York Times to move part of Hong Kong office to Seoul

New York Times to move part of Hong Kong office to Seoul

The decision comes after the enactment of Beijing's new national security law.

Najib attacked me only after I was mooted as PM candidate, says Shafie

Najib attacked me only after I was mooted as PM candidate, says Shafie

The Warisan president dismisses his former boss' leak of his appeal letters for selective tenders.
COMMENT | Batu Caves development - Selayang Council waiting for a catastrophe?

COMMENT | Batu Caves development - Selayang Council waiting for a catastrophe?

COMMENT | Development is good but more important is several million years of heritage.

And the school bell rings…

And the school bell rings…

The next phase of schools reopening continues with the new normal practices to guard against Covid-19.

Sime Darby Plantation’s response to liberty shared’s petition

Sime Darby Plantation’s response to liberty shared’s petition

We refer to our statement dated 8 July 2020 in response to a petition submitted by Liberty Shared (LS) to the US Customs and Border Protection on 20 April 2020, to block Sime Darby Plantation’s (SDP) exports to the United States, which is estimated at USD3 million annually (based on FY2019 volumes).

Stop speculating, Redzuan still Malacca Bersatu chief - state info head

Stop speculating, Redzuan still Malacca Bersatu chief - state info head

Mohd Raduan says any changes will be announced by party president Muhyiddin Yassin.
In our saving of Rohingya lives, don’t 'gift' Myanmar an easy pass - Hadi

In our saving of Rohingya lives, don’t 'gift' Myanmar an easy pass - Hadi

The PAS chief says the world should also look into conditions in their homeland.

Drink driving: Mandatory prison for high alcohol level, double jail time for causing death

Drink driving: Mandatory prison for high alcohol level, double jail time for causing death

Transport minister gives details on some of the proposed amendments to the Road Transport Act in Parliament.

LETTER | Politicians must stop their antics - it's now or never

LETTER | Politicians must stop their antics - it's now or never

LETTER | Please stop fragmenting the people with your unending chequerboard moves to gain power.

Introducing CiaoChow: Malaysia’s first virtual gourmet food court

Introducing CiaoChow: Malaysia’s first virtual gourmet food court

As Malaysia has stepped into the recovery stage of the Movement Control Order (MCO), more service industries have shifted stronger focus to gear up their digital avenue to increase their revenues that were badly affected since the nationwide lockdown earlier in March.

LETTER | Defend women’s right to online public, political participation

LETTER | Defend women’s right to online public, political participation

LETTER | Online gender-based violence is a very real extension of gender-based violence and the negative effects can be as severe.

LETTER | Why study tourism?

LETTER | Why study tourism?

Until smart learning is instituted and concrete actions are taken, tourism will remain at its infancy in this country.
Minister appears to be in the dark when quizzed on refugee evictions

Minister appears to be in the dark when quizzed on refugee evictions

Rina Harun only says that there are transit centres for the refugees.

China vows retaliation after Trump ends preferential status for Hong Kong

China vows retaliation after Trump ends preferential status for Hong Kong

Beijing will impose retaliatory sanctions against US individuals and entities in response to the law targeting banks.

Police officers, staff warned not to reveal police reports - IGP

Police officers, staff warned not to reveal police reports - IGP

Those who do so can be investigated under the Official Secrets Act 1972, says the police chief.

Passenger, aircraft movements double in first 9 days of July - MAHB

Passenger, aircraft movements double in first 9 days of July - MAHB

Such movements at 39 airports are at a daily average of 37,000 for passengers and 550 for aircraft, it says.

LETTER | CAP: Recall winter melon strips from the market

LETTER | CAP: Recall winter melon strips from the market

The Singapore Food Agency has issued a recall of melon strips from Malaysia due to containing excessive sulphur dioxide.

COMMENT | More than just nasi lemak and teh tarik

COMMENT | More than just nasi lemak and teh tarik

Malaysia is full of non-Malay parents who made it their life's mission to send their children overseas.

Anwar and 'people's tsunami', not Dr M main factors for GE win - PKR Youth leader

Anwar and 'people's tsunami', not Dr M main factors for GE win - PKR Youth leader

Razeef Rakimin disagrees with Warisan president Shafie Apdal on the nonagenarian's role in the last election.

New Zealand must prepare for new coronavirus outbreaks, PM says

New Zealand must prepare for new coronavirus outbreaks, PM says

This follows as the number of Covid-19 cases continues to rise globally.

12 killed in Azerbaijan-Armenia border clashes

12 killed in Azerbaijan-Armenia border clashes

Azerbaijan and Armenia each accused the other of ceasefire violations and shelling.
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Umno info chief calls for federal job guarantee programme

Umno info chief calls for federal job guarantee programme

Shahril Hamdan wants more proactive measures to combat unemployment.

MP SPEAKS | Art, Art, wherefore art thou, Art?

MP SPEAKS | Art, Art, wherefore art thou, Art?

Azhar Harun leaving the EC to accept the Dewan Rakyat speaker position offered by the PM, feels like a betrayal.

In surprise move, Trump halts order barring many foreign students

In surprise move, Trump halts order barring many foreign students

After widespread condemnation by colleges and major businesses, the plan to force out tens of thousands of foreign students has been dropped.

Trump signs executive order ending preferential treatment for Hong Kong

Trump signs executive order ending preferential treatment for Hong Kong

It is to hold China 'accountable' for the national security law it imposed on Hong Kong.
Umno drops lawsuit against nine party defectors, now allies

Umno drops lawsuit against nine party defectors, now allies

‘We have now become political partners. I have instructed our lawyer to drop the suits,’ said Zahid.
Audit finds a litany of problems in govt programmes and 9 news you may have missed

Audit finds a litany of problems in govt programmes and 9 news you may have missed

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

YOURSAY | The Art of taming the circus in Parliament

YOURSAY | The Art of taming the circus in Parliament

'I watched the parliamentary proceedings for a short while and then stopped watching, disgusted with…'

Chinese university sacks professor who criticised President Xi

Chinese university sacks professor who criticised President Xi

A constitutional law professor at the prestigious Tsinghua University, Xu Zhangrun, was sacked after being held in police custody for six days.

Tengku Zafrul: Deferred loan repayments at RM55.2 billion as at July 13

Tengku Zafrul: Deferred loan repayments at RM55.2 billion as at July 13

Of the total, RM19.3 billion was utilised by the business sector while RM35.9 billion was utilised by the public, the finance minister says.

YOURSAY | ‘Finally, Wan Saiful lets the cat out of the bag’

YOURSAY | ‘Finally, Wan Saiful lets the cat out of the bag’

‘The truth hurts. Now Malaysians know that Mahathir is playing both sides’
Govt to establish Bumiputera Prosperity Council to empower bumi economy

Govt to establish Bumiputera Prosperity Council to empower bumi economy

This council will become the highest platform to empower the socio-economic development of the community, says minister.

Swiftly waning Covid-19 immunity poses vaccination challenge

Swiftly waning Covid-19 immunity poses vaccination challenge

CORONAVIRUS | Early studies hint that the body's immune defence against Covid-19 may be short-lived.

Covid-19 tracker in migrant languages

Covid-19 tracker in migrant languages

CORONAVIRUS | The new languages will be Burmese, Nepalese and Bengali to serve the migrant community.