Archive - 23 July 2020

Rukun Negara clubs and secretariats to be rebranded

Rukun Negara clubs and secretariats to be rebranded

Discussions among several ministries have begun to include the Rukun Negara in the national education system.

Malaysia reinstates Pakistani pilots after verifying licences

Malaysia reinstates Pakistani pilots after verifying licences

This includes 18 Pakistani pilot licence holders in the country.

Nasi kandar restaurateur issued compound for breaching home quarantine

Nasi kandar restaurateur issued compound for breaching home quarantine

The 57-year-old man claimed to have been monitoring his business today.

After Finas Act misstep, PKR MP urges minister to resign

After Finas Act misstep, PKR MP urges minister to resign

Fahmi says Saifuddin should have clearly explained if social media users would be subject to licence requirements.

MACC will submit Penang undersea tunnel investigation papers to AGC soon

MACC will submit Penang undersea tunnel investigation papers to AGC soon

Chief commissioner Azam Baki says there are only a few witnesses left to give their statements.

Anifah's sons threaten DAP Sabah rep with legal action

Anifah's sons threaten DAP Sabah rep with legal action

The threat is over claims of their alleged involvement in efforts to woo state assemblypersons to quit Warisan.

Mosque ban on foreigners raises concern ahead of Hari Raya Haji celebrations

Mosque ban on foreigners raises concern ahead of Hari Raya Haji celebrations

De facto Islamic Affairs Minister Zulkifli Mohamad Al-Bakri says a solution will be announced soon.
Finas Act not meant to stifle personal freedoms – minister clarifies

Finas Act not meant to stifle personal freedoms – minister clarifies

UPDATED 8.08PM | Saifuddin Abdullah says the government does not intend to use the Act to stifle freedom on social media.

Finas Act meant for filmmaking, not social media - lawyer tells minister

Finas Act meant for filmmaking, not social media - lawyer tells minister

This is after Saifuddin Abdullah says a Finas licence is needed for all filming including personal social media.
MOH team to monitor Covid-19 in Sarawak as cases increase, says Health DG

MOH team to monitor Covid-19 in Sarawak as cases increase, says Health DG

The authorities do not dismiss the possibility of implementing an enhanced MCO there.
One in four under home surveillance ignore self-assessment tool

One in four under home surveillance ignore self-assessment tool

Adherence to Health Ministry guidelines is on the decline.

Raveentharan can transfer Zakir Naik's suit to Penang High Court

Raveentharan can transfer Zakir Naik's suit to Penang High Court

The court allows Raveentharan's application because he and other witnesses are from Penang.

AGC originally wanted to prosecute Astro - MCMC

AGC originally wanted to prosecute Astro - MCMC

The commission said persuaded the the AGC to reconsider and ultimatlye issued compounds of RM4,000 to Astro earlier this month.

Act 355: Deputy PAS minister says legal amendments must be constitutional

Act 355: Deputy PAS minister says legal amendments must be constitutional

Ahmad Marzuk Shaary says govt is always open to proposals to improve laws from all quarters with careful review.

Covid-19: Active cases double in two weeks, R-nought above 1

Covid-19: Active cases double in two weeks, R-nought above 1

UPDATED 6.43PM | CORONAVIRUS | Four cases involve locals in Sarawak, two involve foreigners in prisons.

Face mask ceiling price set at RM1.20 beginning Aug 15

Face mask ceiling price set at RM1.20 beginning Aug 15

It has been reduced from RM1.50 per unit, the wholesale price has also been slashed from RM1.45 to RM1.15.

B40 students, OKUs exempted from Covid-19 quarantine costs

B40 students, OKUs exempted from Covid-19 quarantine costs

Young children can share a quarantine room with their parents.

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How to obtain a filming licence from Finas

How to obtain a filming licence from Finas

KINIGUIDE | Malaysiakini explores the Finas website to better understand the requirements and steps to get the licence.

Ex-Indonesian AG claims Apandi suggested freedom for graft fugitive

Ex-Indonesian AG claims Apandi suggested freedom for graft fugitive

He made the allegation during the Indonesian talk show Mata Najwa last night.

MP moots development board, free healthcare for Orang Asli

MP moots development board, free healthcare for Orang Asli

Ramli Mohd Nor wants for the board to not be tied to the day-to-day bureaucracy of government.

MPs: Do content creators, online classes, religious services need Finas licence too?

MPs: Do content creators, online classes, religious services need Finas licence too?

UPDATED 5.23PM | PARLIAMENT | Opposition MPs question the need for a filming licence for small-time, private video creators.

Two Rohingya men nabbed for smuggling 269 migrants into Langkawi

Two Rohingya men nabbed for smuggling 269 migrants into Langkawi

They were caught after almost two months of surveillance.

Apex court allows Najib's preliminary objection, rules Pua's appeal academic

Apex court allows Najib's preliminary objection, rules Pua's appeal academic

A three-man bench says based on established general principles, the court does not answer academic questions.
Govt to tackle three issues in long-term economic recovery plan - Mustapa

Govt to tackle three issues in long-term economic recovery plan - Mustapa

One such issue is the number of days it takes to start a business in Malaysia.

Hate speech in Southeast Asia on rise and evolving, says NGO

Hate speech in Southeast Asia on rise and evolving, says NGO

Bangkok-based regional group Asia Centre says the problem requires a multi-stakeholder approach.

Netizens troll Saifuddin's announcement on Finas licence requirements

Netizens troll Saifuddin's announcement on Finas licence requirements

Some are questioning the effects of such a law on public and social media.
Dr M, 4 others file summons challenging appointment of Dewan Rakyat speaker

Dr M, 4 others file summons challenging appointment of Dewan Rakyat speaker

They want a declaration that the appointments of Azhar and Azalina as deputy are invalid.

Warisan's Sabah govt still intact after another massive political coup attempt - Liew

Warisan's Sabah govt still intact after another massive political coup attempt - Liew

INTERVIEW | This is the second wave, after a failed attempt in June, the Warisan chairperson said.

TikTok Partners with GSC Movies to launch “Entertainment Anchor” on the platform

TikTok Partners with GSC Movies to launch “Entertainment Anchor” on the platform

Entertainment Anchor is a feature on TikTok that shares exclusive content for upcoming blockbusters and hit shows
Aug 7 decision on Najib’s bid to strike out 1MDB audit report tampering charge

Aug 7 decision on Najib’s bid to strike out 1MDB audit report tampering charge

During submissions today, defence counsel argues the accused is a victim of oppression and an abuse of the court process.

Face mask mandatory for crowded spaces, public transport from Aug 1

Face mask mandatory for crowded spaces, public transport from Aug 1

UPDATED 4.18PM | CORONAVIRUS | This comes after concerns raised over the disregard of SOPs which contributed to increase in cases.

Sacrifice if you love the Malays, Ku Li tells 'cacat' Zahid and Najib

Sacrifice if you love the Malays, Ku Li tells 'cacat' Zahid and Najib

'We must prioritise the needs of the party. If not, Umno won't go anywhere. Sacrifice is important,' says Umno's chief advisor.

Malaysian organisations race to digitally transform amid COVID-19

Malaysian organisations race to digitally transform amid COVID-19

  • 90% are unable to make changes to financial plans, 83% unable to realign their organisational structures
  • 67% say less than half of their people have digital skills
Why the delay in new PAC appointments? - Ipoh Timur MP

Why the delay in new PAC appointments? - Ipoh Timur MP

PARLIAMENT | Much work needs to be done but delay is preventing PAC from resuming operations, says Wong Kah Woh.

Finas licence requirement will impact social media users - PKR MP

Finas licence requirement will impact social media users - PKR MP

Fahmi Fadzil says it also allows room for selective prosecution.

UN report suggests temporary basic income to help world's poorest

UN report suggests temporary basic income to help world's poorest

CORONAVIRUS | This could help slow the spread of Covid-19 by allowing 2.7b people to stay home, it says.

MP claims agents for 'number one' harassing Sabah reps to support PN

MP claims agents for 'number one' harassing Sabah reps to support PN

PARLIAMENT | Azis Jamman reads out a text message purportedly sent to a Warisan MP about a 'golden opportunity'.

Seputeh MP calls on M'sians to ‘stand up’ for press freedom

Seputeh MP calls on M'sians to ‘stand up’ for press freedom

Recent drastic actions by the relevant authorities against the media seem to be several strides backwards, says Teresa Kok.

EC: Slim by-election on Aug 29

EC: Slim by-election on Aug 29

UPDATED 5.30PM | Nomination day has been set for Aug 15, while early voting is on Aug 25.

Govt mulls task force for monitoring alcohol sales

Govt mulls task force for monitoring alcohol sales

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister Ismail Muttalib says they are willing to consider this due to many drink driving incidents.

Serom rep insists he resigned from Amanah posts due to internal conflict

Serom rep insists he resigned from Amanah posts due to internal conflict

Faizul Amri Adnan says some 'irresponsible parties' tried to portray his resignation as something else.
Even dying is tough when you don't have a birth cert - Bintulu MP

Even dying is tough when you don't have a birth cert - Bintulu MP

PARLIAMENT | Tiong King Sing says this is because the underworld's judge will not allow them to pass.

GrabFood’s efforts to support businesses & make food delivery more affordable

GrabFood’s efforts to support businesses & make food delivery more affordable

GrabFood introduces initiatives to help small and independent businesses thrive by driving demand. GrabFood delivery fees now as low as RM2 for orders from nearby favourites.

What are the main areas of tension in US-China relationship?

What are the main areas of tension in US-China relationship?

Disputes have taken the relationship between the world's two biggest economies to its lowest point in decades.
Minister: Work on Penang’s PSR only after environmental master plan approved

Minister: Work on Penang’s PSR only after environmental master plan approved

UPDATED 3.15PM | PARLIAMENT | The ministry is concerned about possible 'permanent environmental damage', says Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.

Kit Loong Tayaria appointed exclusive distributor for GT Radial car tyres

Kit Loong Tayaria appointed exclusive distributor for GT Radial car tyres

Kit Loong Tayaria Sdn Bhd has confirmed it has added a new tyre brand to its portfolio of exclusive distributorships – the Indonesia manufactured GT Radial brand of passenger car tyres.

MACC waiting for AGC instruction on alleged Muhyiddin 'GLC recording'

MACC waiting for AGC instruction on alleged Muhyiddin 'GLC recording'

The anti-graft agency has submitted its initial report on complaints against PM over leaked audio clip.

Twitter says hackers saw messages from 36 accounts, including Netherlands official

Twitter says hackers saw messages from 36 accounts, including Netherlands official

Previously attackers tweeted from 45 'verified' accounts of public figures but Twitter declined to say if any were among the 36.

China to launch independent Mars mission on Thursday

China to launch independent Mars mission on Thursday

The unmanned probe to Mars is expected to reach the Red Planet in February where it will attempt to deploy a rover.

Is school bus safe for children during Covid-19 outbreak?

Is school bus safe for children during Covid-19 outbreak?

CORONAVIRUS | The concern among parents is on congestion, with no seats blocked to ensure social distancing.
Segambut MP questions why YKN CEO yet to be appointed

Segambut MP questions why YKN CEO yet to be appointed

Hannah Yeoh says important positions should not have been vacant during the critical phase of MCO.

All filming requires Finas licence, even personal social media - minister

All filming requires Finas licence, even personal social media - minister

UPDATED 11.05AM | PARLIAMENT | Saifuddin Abdullah says all content is subject to regulations.

Dr M moots new party again if Aug 7 court decision not in his favour

Dr M moots new party again if Aug 7 court decision not in his favour

If expelled from Bersatu, ex-PM says he'll consider establishing another party but undecided on contesting next polls.

Pandemic pushes South Korea into recession as GDP contracts 3.3pct in Q2

Pandemic pushes South Korea into recession as GDP contracts 3.3pct in Q2

This is the first technical recession to hit South Korea since 2003 - caused by economic and health impacts from the coronavirus pandemic.

Johnson says Britain was not influenced by Russia in Brexit vote

Johnson says Britain was not influenced by Russia in Brexit vote

The govt accused of failing to try to find out whether Russia had meddled in the Brexit vote.
Ariff: I saw signs PN would remove me as speaker

Ariff: I saw signs PN would remove me as speaker

Ex-Dewan Rakyat speaker says he was not surprised by what transpired in Parliament as he 'knew it was coming'.

PAS willing to reconsider stand on its Terengganu seats, says state MB

PAS willing to reconsider stand on its Terengganu seats, says state MB

Terengganu MB Ahmad Shamsuri had earlier declared that PAS would defend all six of its parliamentary seats.

Senior US diplomat backs foreign students, including Chinese

Senior US diplomat backs foreign students, including Chinese

Trump has abruptly abandoned a plan that would have forced out tens of thousands of foreign students.
Don't expect first Covid-19 vaccinations until early next year, says WHO

Don't expect first Covid-19 vaccinations until early next year, says WHO

WHO is working to ensure fair vaccine distribution, but for now it is key to suppress the virus’s spread.
Astro fined over old Al Jazeera documentary and 9 news you may have missed

Astro fined over old Al Jazeera documentary and 9 news you may have missed

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

World leaders to send videos instead of travelling to UN in September

World leaders to send videos instead of travelling to UN in September

Many world leaders could be wary to travel to severely pandemic-hit United States.

YOURSAY | Al Jazeera faces the blunt side of the law

YOURSAY | Al Jazeera faces the blunt side of the law

‘So, if I take a video of my children’s birthday party, I need to get a licence?’
United States gives China 72 hours to shut its Houston consulate

United States gives China 72 hours to shut its Houston consulate

Amid accusations of spying marking a dramatic deterioration in ties between the two, President Trump says other closures 'always possible'.

YOURSAY | Two strikes against Art Harun in one week

YOURSAY | Two strikes against Art Harun in one week

‘Art, your writing to the court was a shameful act made only worse by your attempts at justifying it.’
COMMENT | Teoh Beng Hock's family will never get the justice Malaysians need

COMMENT | Teoh Beng Hock's family will never get the justice Malaysians need

Even when the government changed hands, the deceased's case seemingly saw no progress.

1,863 individuals arrested over prostitution so far this year

1,863 individuals arrested over prostitution so far this year

This is in Kuala Lumpur alone, where police carried out 581 raids and inspections at 1,482 premises up to July 19, under Op Noda.

Nik Nazmi: Harapan didn't do enough on racial discrimination when in power

Nik Nazmi: Harapan didn't do enough on racial discrimination when in power

It even failed to ratify the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, the Setiawangsa MP points out at a forum.

Committee may summon Hamzah over custodial deaths, but shake-up looms

Committee may summon Hamzah over custodial deaths, but shake-up looms

Parliamentary panel on defence chairperson Nik Nazmi says he will look into the recent custodial deaths.

Give YouTube sensation Pavithra and husband some time - manager

Give YouTube sensation Pavithra and husband some time - manager

The social media influencers are reportedly taking time off from brand engagements for a few weeks.

Decline in June CPI within expectations - economists

Decline in June CPI within expectations - economists

Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid says he does not think it is an outright deflation.

'No' to Malacca hotels as quarantine centres - state govt

'No' to Malacca hotels as quarantine centres - state govt

This is to ensure its tourism sector is not affected.

Police have leads on defacing of mural featuring country's leaders

Police have leads on defacing of mural featuring country's leaders

They are confident of solving the case soon.

Altantuya's family loses bid to obtain statements recorded by police

Altantuya's family loses bid to obtain statements recorded by police

Justice Vazeer Alam Mydin Meera ruled that the statements had been taken in confidence.