Archive - 24 July 2020

Kuching FA player tested positive for Covid-19

Kuching FA player tested positive for Covid-19

The player is also a staff member of the Sentosa Hospital and is classified from the Sentosa cluster.
Factbox: Hagia Sophia's changing status over centuries of history

Factbox: Hagia Sophia's changing status over centuries of history

Here are some key facts about its history, the campaign to change its status, and statements by religious and political leaders.

Earth's atmosphere more sensitive to CO2 emissions than thought, study finds

Earth's atmosphere more sensitive to CO2 emissions than thought, study finds

The study offers the first clear progress in decades toward narrowing the range of temperature rise.
Singapore-Malaysia talks on SOP for cross-border travel on track

Singapore-Malaysia talks on SOP for cross-border travel on track

The discussions around the arrangement for daily commutes are still ongoing.

Sarawak hikes random testing of Sentosa cluster - Uggah

Sarawak hikes random testing of Sentosa cluster - Uggah

This after the cluster recorded eight new positive Covid-19 cases today.

Slim by-election: No clash between PN parties - Perak MB

Slim by-election: No clash between PN parties - Perak MB

Ahmad Faizal Azumu says all three parties will support any individual as a candidate.

Aidiladha: Prison visits on Aug 1 and 2

Aidiladha: Prison visits on Aug 1 and 2

Visitors are also required to comply with Covid-19 prevention measures.
DAP pledges help for rep who exposed 'enticements to defect'

DAP pledges help for rep who exposed 'enticements to defect'

This after Jannie Lasimbang was threatened with a lawsuit.

DAP’s Loke proposes Nazri heads ‘party-list’ proposal caucus

DAP’s Loke proposes Nazri heads ‘party-list’ proposal caucus

The DAP organising secretary says he is willing to join the caucus and work towards preventing party hopping.

Drop Finas action against Al Jazeera if committed to press freedom, Saifuddin told

Drop Finas action against Al Jazeera if committed to press freedom, Saifuddin told

Freedom Film Network and Centre for Independent Journalism also propose amendments to Finas Act.

Erdogan joins thousands to pray for first time at Istanbul's Hagia Sophia

Erdogan joins thousands to pray for first time at Istanbul's Hagia Sophia

A large screen and speakers set up in the square broadcast proceedings to the thousands gathered outside.

BAC Education to train Malaysians to build a highly skilled digital workforce

BAC Education to train Malaysians to build a highly skilled digital workforce

BAC Education pledges to provide digital skills training for thousands of Malaysians this year with a holistic solution designed to bridge the skills gap and to bring both Malaysian employees and enterprises into the digital economy.

UEM Sunrise launches new phase of Senadi Hills

UEM Sunrise launches new phase of Senadi Hills

UEM Sunrise has launched 112 units Senadi Hills Phase 1A in Iskandar Puteri on July 4 after an overwhelming response and much fanfare to the online preview last month with 70% of the units booked up already.

MOF: Goldman Sachs agrees to US$3.9b settlement

MOF: Goldman Sachs agrees to US$3.9b settlement

UPDATED 7.25PM | The Finance Ministry said the settlement was an admission of guilt by the bank.

Covid-19: New cases breach 20 mark again, three new clusters detected

Covid-19: New cases breach 20 mark again, three new clusters detected

UPDATED 7.22PM | CORONAVIRUS | There were 21 new cases as of noon today, the second time in four days.

Warisan sec-gen: S'pore report on Warisan's fall 'old news'

Warisan sec-gen: S'pore report on Warisan's fall 'old news'

The Warisan-led gov't is secure, says Loretto Padua, pointing to the fact its majority is larger than Muhyiddin Yassin's.
Four appointed as EAIC commissioners, Mohd Sidek as chairperson

Four appointed as EAIC commissioners, Mohd Sidek as chairperson

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong gave his consent to the appointments.

RON95, RON97 down four sen, diesel down five sen

RON95, RON97 down four sen, diesel down five sen

The decline in the retail prices of petroleum products is due to changes in refined product prices.
Ku Li: Call for snap election to stabilise politics, revive economy

Ku Li: Call for snap election to stabilise politics, revive economy

‘Do we need to wait until everything turns bad before we hold an election?’

Warisan denies hiding its assemblypersons amidst coup rumours

Warisan denies hiding its assemblypersons amidst coup rumours

Party president Mohd Shafie Apdal says all the assemblypersons are free to go anywhere they want.

RTD waiting for 'green light' to enforce child car seat rules

RTD waiting for 'green light' to enforce child car seat rules

To date, RTD is only implementing advocacy programmes and a total of 1,897 warning notices have been issued.
Speaker, deputy served with legal challenge over their appointments

Speaker, deputy served with legal challenge over their appointments

The law firm acting for Dr Mahathir Mohamad and four other plaintiffs confirms this matter.

Prosecution withdraws appeal against ex-diving coach's rape acquittal

Prosecution withdraws appeal against ex-diving coach's rape acquittal

It was appealing against the High Court's decision to acquit Huang's Qiang.

Mat Hasan: Best if Muhyiddin rejoins Umno, we can reverse 2016 sacking

Mat Hasan: Best if Muhyiddin rejoins Umno, we can reverse 2016 sacking

He will enjoy the backing of Umno’s many MPs, says the Umno deputy president.
COMMENT | Suggestions for the minister to amend the Finas Act

COMMENT | Suggestions for the minister to amend the Finas Act

'And, do you need any assistance, sir? If you do, I would like to offer my services...'

Traffic cops praised for saving wounded monkey on highway

Traffic cops praised for saving wounded monkey on highway

The primate, believed to have been hit by a vehicle, was stranded in the middle of the busy Kajang Silk Highway.

Sunway launches 42KL - coding school with no tuition, teacher or classrooms

Sunway launches 42KL - coding school with no tuition, teacher or classrooms

The first intake will commence classes in November.

Lawyer's appeal against court's dismissal of bid to recuse Sri Ram fixed on Sep 30

Lawyer's appeal against court's dismissal of bid to recuse Sri Ram fixed on Sep 30

The bid is to recuse Sri Ram from leading the prosecution team in a RM9.5 million money laundering case.

Tengku Adnan's corruption trial to resume before judge Mohd Nazlan

Tengku Adnan's corruption trial to resume before judge Mohd Nazlan

The High Court judge set the date after being informed of a Federal Court decision allowing him to preside over the trial.

Putrajaya commits to amending Finas Act

Putrajaya commits to amending Finas Act

UPDATED 2.40PM | Communications and Multimedia Minister Saifuddin Abdullah says the decision was made by the cabinet.

COMMENT | How Covid-19 responses have worsened inequality

COMMENT | How Covid-19 responses have worsened inequality

Protectionist policies which favour larger local businesses have driven prices beyond the reach of many.

Ex-minister: Who is ‘Sawit Anugerah Tuhan' campaign for?

Ex-minister: Who is ‘Sawit Anugerah Tuhan' campaign for?

Teresa Kok questions if the new slogan is targeted at Malaysians or international citizens.

China orders US to shut Chengdu consulate, retaliating for Houston

China orders US to shut Chengdu consulate, retaliating for Houston

This comes soon after Washington ordered Beijing to vacate its Houston consulate, deteriorating further the ties between the two world powers.

COMMENT | Is MACC finally pursuing the Scorpene scammers?

COMMENT | Is MACC finally pursuing the Scorpene scammers?

COMMENT | Nothing short of a full public inquiry into the Altantuya murder and its motive will suffice.

Harry and Meghan sue paparazzi to protect son's right to privacy

Harry and Meghan sue paparazzi to protect son's right to privacy

The lawsuit alleges that drones and helicopters entered the privacy of the airspace above the couple’s residence.

Liver & Lung produce first show in RMCO – And it’s a “double bill”

Liver & Lung produce first show in RMCO – And it’s a “double bill”

Malaysian-British Theatre Company set to preview new musical slong eith a revival award-winning Sepet The Musical

YouTuber Pavithra's husband charged with possessing dangerous weapon

YouTuber Pavithra's husband charged with possessing dangerous weapon

The 29-year-old claimed trial to the charge at the Ipoh Sessions Court.

WWF-Malaysia commends the government’s anti-poaching efforts.

WWF-Malaysia commends the government’s anti-poaching efforts.

WWF-Malaysia applauds anti-poaching efforts and calls for the establishment of a wildlife crime unit

Lloyd’s approves new syndicate to insure transportation of COVID-19 vaccine

Lloyd’s approves new syndicate to insure transportation of COVID-19 vaccine

This important initiative forms part of Lloyd’s response to the far-reaching impacts of the pandemic
PKR MP urges govt to abolish film licensing requirements in Finas Act

PKR MP urges govt to abolish film licensing requirements in Finas Act

Shamsul Iskandar says the licence requirement in the 1981 law is not relevant in today's context.

MACC's RM100k 1MDB-linked forfeiture suit against Kasitah Gaddam dismissed

MACC's RM100k 1MDB-linked forfeiture suit against Kasitah Gaddam dismissed

The prosecution fails to prove money seized from Kasitah's account is from unlawful activity, High Court rules.

Sudan finds mass grave believed to have bodies of officers executed by Bashir

Sudan finds mass grave believed to have bodies of officers executed by Bashir

The grave most likely contains the remains of 28 army officers executed in 1990.

Several injured as US fighter jet flew near Iranian passenger plane over Syria: pilot

Several injured as US fighter jet flew near Iranian passenger plane over Syria: pilot

The Iranian plane, belonging to Mahan Air, was heading from Tehran to Beirut.
LETTER | WWF-Malaysia applauds the govt’s anti-poaching efforts

LETTER | WWF-Malaysia applauds the govt’s anti-poaching efforts

World Wide Fund for Nature-Malaysia calls for the establishment of a Wildlife Crime Unit under the police force.

MTUC sec-gen: MAS should immediately recognise Nufam

MTUC sec-gen: MAS should immediately recognise Nufam

J Solomon says Transport Minister Wee Ka Siong should take the initiative on this matter following a court decision.

US Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez says Republican colleague called her profane slur

US Congresswoman Ocasio-Cortez says Republican colleague called her profane slur

'In front of reporters, Representative Yoho called me, and I quote, ‘a f**king b**ch,’ she says.
Federal agents' use of force at protests faces internal US govt probes

Federal agents' use of force at protests faces internal US govt probes

Videos online appeared to show camouflaged officers in Portland carrying guns without clear insignia on their uniforms.
Pompeo urges more assertive approach to 'Frankenstein' China

Pompeo urges more assertive approach to 'Frankenstein' China

'President Nixon once said he feared he had created a ‘Frankenstein’ by opening the world to the CCP.' says Pompeo.
LETTER | Implement the Penjana tourism financing scheme immediately

LETTER | Implement the Penjana tourism financing scheme immediately

Many hotels are closing down and hundreds of jobs are being lost in Kota Melaka.

COMMENT | My ordeal in our criminal justice system

COMMENT | My ordeal in our criminal justice system

'My dignity was robbed from me. I felt like an animal.'

COMMENT | Doublespeak puts citizens on tenterhooks

COMMENT | Doublespeak puts citizens on tenterhooks

'Is there a determined effort to curb freedom of expression? You, the discerning citizen will have the answer.'

Ahmad Maslan fails to strike out RM2m money laundering, false statement charges

Ahmad Maslan fails to strike out RM2m money laundering, false statement charges

UPDATED 10.11AM | The Umno secretary-general had claimed trial to the charges on Jan 21.

Over RM600,000 worth of drugs seized, two nabbed

Over RM600,000 worth of drugs seized, two nabbed

KL police chief Mazlan Lazim says the police are continuing efforts to trace the drug suppliers and the suspects' syndicate partners.

Form an alternative cabinet line-up appointed by PM-designate, opposition urged

Form an alternative cabinet line-up appointed by PM-designate, opposition urged

INTERVIEW | The call comes from former minister Liew Vui Keong, who says the line-up can take over Putrajaya, should the PN govt collapse.

YOURSAY | Finas licence - a law that no longer makes sense

YOURSAY | Finas licence - a law that no longer makes sense

‘You cannot enforce a law selectively and on a case-by-case basis.’
YOURSAY | Opposition still going in circles over PM candidate issue

YOURSAY | Opposition still going in circles over PM candidate issue

Mahathir continues to play the divide-and-rule game.’
Licence required for all filming activities and 9 news you may have missed

Licence required for all filming activities and 9 news you may have missed

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

Malaysians rally to help schools buy masks for students

Malaysians rally to help schools buy masks for students

The fundraising campaign, by '100% Project', also assists mothers who earn an income from producing the masks.

Young women name, shame abusers online in #metoo resurgence

Young women name, shame abusers online in #metoo resurgence

SPECIAL REPORT | In a culture where sexual harassment allegations are often brushed off or swept under the carpet, this breaks new ground.