Archive - 18 July 2020

Newborn thrown from bedroom lands on neighbour's roof

Newborn thrown from bedroom lands on neighbour's roof

The baby boy was found alive, says Ipoh police chief.
SPNB to request RM320m allocation to build 3,00 affordable homes

SPNB to request RM320m allocation to build 3,00 affordable homes

Applicants will only require to pay a monthly instalment of RM300, says housing and local government deputy minister Ismail Abdul Mutalib.

New court complex to be built in Bertam

New court complex to be built in Bertam

This in addition to an RM27 million allocation to repair and upgrade one block of the Penang High Court building, says the deputy minister in the PM's Dept.

Source: Some Umno leaders disagree on giving Kedah, T'ganu to PAS

Source: Some Umno leaders disagree on giving Kedah, T'ganu to PAS

This is because they have the view that the party still has strength in these two states, says the insider.

New initiatives to improve welfare of MAF veterans - Ismail Sabri

New initiatives to improve welfare of MAF veterans - Ismail Sabri

These include enhanced medical benefits and expand admission assistance for their children to selected private higher education institutions, he says.

KL to have 5,000 more CCTV cameras, says FT minister

KL to have 5,000 more CCTV cameras, says FT minister

Annuar Musa says the move is to increase the security level for shoppers in the capital.

Insulting coat of arms - Action must be taken despite apology, says Saifuddin Abdullah

Insulting coat of arms - Action must be taken despite apology, says Saifuddin Abdullah

This reference to an incident where a shoe distributor has printed the Jata Negara on the inside of shoes.

Irwan Serigar, Azmin trade barbs over 2021 GDP estimates

Irwan Serigar, Azmin trade barbs over 2021 GDP estimates

After the latter cites international reports, the former says figures need to be realistic.

Police to question trio on death-in-custody demo

Police to question trio on death-in-custody demo

PSM’s Arutchelvan along with activists Khalid Ismath and Rama Ramanathan will have to present themselves this Monday at 11 am.

COMMENT | No order in the House

COMMENT | No order in the House

COMMENT | 'Nourishing and spurring the practice of parliamentary democracy'? Hahaha.

MACC's 11-hour grilling of Syed Saddiq is psychological torture - TBH Trust

MACC's 11-hour grilling of Syed Saddiq is psychological torture - TBH Trust

The Teoh Beng Hock Trust for Democracy urges the government to respect detainee's right of rest.

Govt to replace immigration system within three years

Govt to replace immigration system within three years

The Auditor-General’s Report 2018 Series 3 discovered various weaknesses with the current system.

Govt ready to meet LGBT community soon - minister

Govt ready to meet LGBT community soon - minister

The meeting will be held to discuss and find a mutual understanding with the community, says Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri.

MOE ready to work with all parties in Sabah - minister

MOE ready to work with all parties in Sabah - minister

The priority is providing a conducive teaching and learning environment for teachers and students.

Covid-19: Active cases climb to 96

Covid-19: Active cases climb to 96

Malaysia recorded nine new infections today.

'Rebirth' editor gave contact details, Aussie address to cops, says his lawyer

'Rebirth' editor gave contact details, Aussie address to cops, says his lawyer

Lawyer Fahri Azzat says the information was provided to the police following the go-ahead from his client.

Sex segregation in T’ganu impairs gender equality, inclusiveness - Penang exco

Sex segregation in T’ganu impairs gender equality, inclusiveness - Penang exco

Chong Eng proposes an approach like Penang’s gender inclusiveness policy instead.
707 Malaysians return from 11 territories, ordered to home quarantine

707 Malaysians return from 11 territories, ordered to home quarantine

One was taken to the hospital for tests, says a minister.

Amanah Youth calls on opposition to nominate youthful candidate in Slim

Amanah Youth calls on opposition to nominate youthful candidate in Slim

SLIM POLLS | Shazni says that opposition parties should use the by-election to rally together and unite.

Pending rep claims Sarawakians kept in the dark over autonomous rail transit plans

Pending rep claims Sarawakians kept in the dark over autonomous rail transit plans

Violet Yong says they don't know the location of the stations, the route, and the cost.

Western countries still plagued by Islamophobia over Hagia Sophia issue - Hadi

Western countries still plagued by Islamophobia over Hagia Sophia issue - Hadi

These countries train their guns on the Hagia Sophia issue but are silent on mosques which are seized, says the PAS president.

Govt to introduce programme to replace national service, BTN - Mohd Redzuan

Govt to introduce programme to replace national service, BTN - Mohd Redzuan

This is to replace the programmes which were abolished by the previous government.

Guan Eng urges govt to extend moratorium

Guan Eng urges govt to extend moratorium

He calls for the loan moratorium to be extended by another six months similar to what Japan has done.

Form Three student who died in school tested negative for Covid-19

Form Three student who died in school tested negative for Covid-19

Last Wednesday, as the school reopened, the boy suddenly fainted.

Govt allocates RM20m for 'buy Msian goods' campaign

Govt allocates RM20m for 'buy Msian goods' campaign

PM hopes campaign will boost local retail sector, lessen reliance on imports, and reduce capital outflows.

Effort to bring home remaining tabligh members from India continues

Effort to bring home remaining tabligh members from India continues

Malaysians stranded overseas are being brought back in batches.

Azmin accused of trying to sideline Umno and PAS in Selangor

Azmin accused of trying to sideline Umno and PAS in Selangor

PAS and Umno Gombak chiefs say they will work with each other but not with the ex-PKR man.

Covid-19: About 20,000 Malaysian students still stranded overseas

Covid-19: About 20,000 Malaysian students still stranded overseas

The government is working on bringing the students home, says a minister.

Reopening of schools reflects govt concern for rural students without internet - minister

Reopening of schools reflects govt concern for rural students without internet - minister

Rural students face limitations such as lack of stable Internet, laptops or tablets to access online lessons, says Mohd Radzi.

LETTER | The Grim Reaper lurks in drive-in cinemas - carbon monoxide

LETTER | The Grim Reaper lurks in drive-in cinemas - carbon monoxide

With the launch of Malaysia's first drive-in cinema in Ipoh, precautions need to be taken.

Biden warns of Russian election meddling after receiving intelligence briefings

Biden warns of Russian election meddling after receiving intelligence briefings

The presidential nominee also warns of actions being taken by China.

Domestic tourism to recover earlier than expected - minister

Domestic tourism to recover earlier than expected - minister

More are feeling it is safer now to travel.

Finance Minister says only qualified MPs appointed heads of GLCs, govt agencies

Finance Minister says only qualified MPs appointed heads of GLCs, govt agencies

The appointments were made based on their qualifications, experience and expertise, says Tengku Zafrul.

Bersatu Youth man claims reports saying Muhyiddin backs UEC are misleading

Bersatu Youth man claims reports saying Muhyiddin backs UEC are misleading

Mohd Ashraf says PM was just listening to Huazong and not supporting recognition of UEC.

96 Malaysians return from India

96 Malaysians return from India

They all tested negative for Covid-19.

Citing heavy penalties worldwide, MCA man urges zero tolerance for drink-driving

Citing heavy penalties worldwide, MCA man urges zero tolerance for drink-driving

Stiffer penalties on irresponsible drivers who cause death by DUI are welcomed, says Tee.

Finas board member proposes bringing M'sian film festival to India

Finas board member proposes bringing M'sian film festival to India

R Denes Kumar wants to expose homegrown talent and market local films to the world.

COMMENT | There must be consequences for racism and sexism in Parliament

COMMENT | There must be consequences for racism and sexism in Parliament

'When legislators get away with gender-based personal attacks, it sends a strong message that Parliament accepts abusive behaviour with impunity.'

Australian PM seeks to delay parliament due to Covid-19

Australian PM seeks to delay parliament due to Covid-19

Victoria state reported a record of 428 new infections on Friday.

COMMENT | Mahathir, not Bersatu, caused the fall of the Harapan government

COMMENT | Mahathir, not Bersatu, caused the fall of the Harapan government

Mahathir's claim that he played no part in the plot of the Umno-PAS-Bersatu takeover is contrary to the facts.

YOURSAY | Does Dr M agree with Shafie’s ‘M’sia without racism’ vision?

YOURSAY | Does Dr M agree with Shafie’s ‘M’sia without racism’ vision?

'First, Shafie needs to convince Mahathir, who has a different view’

Bung: Dr M masterminded fall of PBS govt - now it's coming back to 'bite him'

Bung: Dr M masterminded fall of PBS govt - now it's coming back to 'bite him'

The Kinabatangan MP reminds Mahathir that he went against the will of Sabah voters back in 1994.

‘Tighten quarantine rules to avoid Australia’s Covid-19 fate’

‘Tighten quarantine rules to avoid Australia’s Covid-19 fate’

Health Ministry is looking at reinstating institutionalised quarantine for those returning from 'high-risk' countries.

China presence at Luconia Shoals, and 9 news you may have missed

China presence at Luconia Shoals, and 9 news you may have missed

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

UK cop suspended after video shows him kneeling on neck of detained black man

UK cop suspended after video shows him kneeling on neck of detained black man

The white officer stopped kneeling on the suspect after he cried out 'Get off my neck'.
Malaysia's first drive-in cinema launched in Perak

Malaysia's first drive-in cinema launched in Perak

The cinema, located at Ipoh's Downtown Meru, can accommodate up to 70 vehicles at any one time.
For first time, world records one million coronavirus cases in 100 hours

For first time, world records one million coronavirus cases in 100 hours

It has taken just four days to climb to 14 million cases from 13 million recorded on July 13.
IGP: We're ready to face civil suit by Adib's family

IGP: We're ready to face civil suit by Adib's family

Abdul Hamid Bador said it is within their rights to file a suit if they are dissatisfied with investigations.
COMMENT | Art and the 'mythical' moderate Malay

COMMENT | Art and the 'mythical' moderate Malay

COMMENT | Don't depend on the moderate Malay. He is a mythical creature.

Cops take statements from 6 on NGO activist sexual assault claim

Cops take statements from 6 on NGO activist sexual assault claim

The police are completing the investigation before referring it to the deputy public prosecutor.
Territorial claims to be resolved through friendly consultations, says China embassy

Territorial claims to be resolved through friendly consultations, says China embassy

China coast guard had maintained a near-constant presence at Beting Patinggi Ali, about 100km off Sarawak coast.
Al Jazeera: Relevant authorities to be called to give statements - Bukit Aman

Al Jazeera: Relevant authorities to be called to give statements - Bukit Aman

This is to ascertain whether allegations made in its controversial documentary are true, says CID director Huzir Mohamed.