Archive - 27 July 2020

Two men fined for flouting home quarantine

Two men fined for flouting home quarantine

A 66-year-old man in KL has been slapped with RM1,000 compound while a man in Sabah was ordered to pay double the amount.

Security guard killed in Kota Tinggi elephant attack

Security guard killed in Kota Tinggi elephant attack

The victim's body was discovered with bruises, police also found elephant footprints.

Palm oil mills in N Sembilan told to install air pollution devices

Palm oil mills in N Sembilan told to install air pollution devices

They have until December next year to comply and the failure to do so can get their licences revoked.

Indonesia's Covid-19 cases top 100,000 as economy opens up

Indonesia's Covid-19 cases top 100,000 as economy opens up

CORONAVIRUS | Jokowi has urged officials to retain an 'aura of crisis' in the country with the most cases and deaths in East Asia.

Covid-19: Comply with SOP or face third wave - Health DG

Covid-19: Comply with SOP or face third wave - Health DG

CORONAVIRUS | Rise in new clusters could cause a spike in cases if the outbreak is not properly controlled, he says.

Two arrested for trying to bribe Danga Bay police chief

Two arrested for trying to bribe Danga Bay police chief

The RM10,000 in cash is allegedly an inducement to release nine undocumented migrants.

Hundreds jam airport as evacuations from Vietnam's Danang begin

Hundreds jam airport as evacuations from Vietnam's Danang begin

CORONAVIRUS | 80,000 people are expected to be evacuated from the tourism hotspot after Covid-19 cases detected.

Verdict in first 1MDB case packs risk for Muhyiddin's government

Verdict in first 1MDB case packs risk for Muhyiddin's government

Whichever way the verdict goes for Najib, Muhyiddin could find that it presents new challenges for him and his party.

15 mosques to use mobile slaughter cages

15 mosques to use mobile slaughter cages

The cages will help facilitate SOP compliance in performing the sacrificial rites of 'korban' for Aidiladha.

Ex-EC chief defeated in Bersatu divisional election

Ex-EC chief defeated in Bersatu divisional election

This is a setback for Abdul Rashid who will also contest in the party election at the national level.

Witness: I borrowed to donate RM6.6m to Zahid's foundation in hope of projects

Witness: I borrowed to donate RM6.6m to Zahid's foundation in hope of projects

The witness says he only obtained a six-minute meeting with Zahid and no projects.

Pre-op screening finds three new Covid-19 cases in Sabah

Pre-op screening finds three new Covid-19 cases in Sabah

UPDATED 7.35PM | CORONAVIRUS | Seven new infections in total have been reported today, of which three are local transmissions.

Trio jailed for kidnapping 7-year-old girl

Trio jailed for kidnapping 7-year-old girl

The pleaded guilty at the Penang High Court to the crime which took place two years ago.

S'wak DAP chief shocked Padungan rep quit without informing him

S'wak DAP chief shocked Padungan rep quit without informing him

UPDATED 8:00PM | Chong says it's sad to see the sudden resignation from the party of a leader he had helped nurture.

Court told Zahid asked money changer to convert tranches of cash into cheques

Court told Zahid asked money changer to convert tranches of cash into cheques

The money changer says contributors passed cash to him for conversion into cheques to be deposited into Yayasan Akalbudi's account.

Al Jazeera issue: Lawyers yet to meet Rayhan

Al Jazeera issue: Lawyers yet to meet Rayhan

The counsels were told that their application to meet their client has not been processed by the authority.

As jingoism rises, Mat Sabu says Prophet Muhammad was a refugee too

As jingoism rises, Mat Sabu says Prophet Muhammad was a refugee too

UPDATED 8.14PM | PARLIAMENT | Amanah chief reminds that the Prophet had to flee from Mecca to Madinah after his life came under threat.

COMMENT | Covid-19: Getting our SOPs right

COMMENT | Covid-19: Getting our SOPs right

Covid-19 prevention standard operating procedures (SOPs) are for the long haul and we need to maintain them for several years.

New SOP for Hari Raya Aidiladha

New SOP for Hari Raya Aidiladha

This includes a limit on the number of animals being sacrificed for each location, says defence minister.

Transgenders lose review bid over Federal Court ruling on state syariah law

Transgenders lose review bid over Federal Court ruling on state syariah law

The Federal Court had set aside a Court of Appeal ruling that a provision in the N Sembilan syariah law against cross-dressers was unconstitutional.

Umno man asks for TH board to be suspended pending investigations

Umno man asks for TH board to be suspended pending investigations

PARLIAMENT | Rompin MP calls for an audit into the pilgrimage fund and asks for Dewan Rakyat to be briefed on its findings.

Amanah and DAP nudge PKR on 'way forward' to retake Putrajaya

Amanah and DAP nudge PKR on 'way forward' to retake Putrajaya

The two parties say they have, for months, tirelessly acted as a bridge amid icy relations between PKR and the Bersatu rebels.
Outcome of digital infrastructure discussion to be release in mid-August - minister

Outcome of digital infrastructure discussion to be release in mid-August - minister

The National Digital Infrastructure Workshop was held on July 13 to Aug 14 on the development of the country's digital infrastructure.

Aide: Traitor label won't stick, forget about winning Azmin and Zuraida's seats

Aide: Traitor label won't stick, forget about winning Azmin and Zuraida's seats

UPDATED 5.37PM | Nor Hizwan Ahmad says voters in the two constituencies will not be influenced by PKR's propaganda.

DAP rep’s quit decision surprising but a food for thought - SUPP president

DAP rep’s quit decision surprising but a food for thought - SUPP president

Dr Sim Kui Hian says he agreed with Wong King Wei’s claim that DAP had kept on employing politics of attacks.
Amanah MPs equate 'ketuanan Melayu' to white supremacy

Amanah MPs equate 'ketuanan Melayu' to white supremacy

PARLIAMENT | They go on to warn against the dangers of such sentiments leading to future unrest.

A way to boost the local economy post MCO

A way to boost the local economy post MCO

To support the business events industry and stakeholders affected by the impact of COVID-19, MyCEB has officially launched the ‘Meet in Malaysia Campaign’
MP proposes free distribution of fabric face masks to all schoolchildren

MP proposes free distribution of fabric face masks to all schoolchildren

To help alleviate the parents' burden from buying the disposable face masks for compulsory use from Aug 1, says Lee Boon Chye.

MP SPEAKS | The curious case of the persecution of Lim Guan Eng

MP SPEAKS | The curious case of the persecution of Lim Guan Eng

'There is a concerted, almost herculean effort to taint Lim with the purported Penang undersea tunnel scandal.'

Arul Kanda's lawyer zooms in on Najib's rep, sets table as prosecution witness

Arul Kanda's lawyer zooms in on Najib's rep, sets table as prosecution witness

UPDATED 2.20PM | N Sivananthan questions Ali Hamsa in the absence of lead defence counsel Shafee Abdullah due to illness.

Govt tables bill for stricter punishment to deadly road accidents

Govt tables bill for stricter punishment to deadly road accidents

UPDATED 3.20PM | PARLIAMENT | It increases jail terms and fines across several sections, with repeat offenders facing even harsher sentences.

COMMENT | 1MDB court case: Shaping a Malay leadership battle

COMMENT | 1MDB court case: Shaping a Malay leadership battle

Tomorrow, the court will decide whether Najib will remain Muhyiddin’s most potent rival.
UNDP Malaysia contributes $202,000 to Malaysia’s COVID-19 Fund

UNDP Malaysia contributes $202,000 to Malaysia’s COVID-19 Fund

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Malaysia contributed $202,000 to the Malaysian National Disaster Management Agency’s (NADMA) COVID-19 Fund.

Missing Rohingya refugees found alive on Malaysian islet

Missing Rohingya refugees found alive on Malaysian islet

The 26 refugees who have been feared drowned were found hiding on an islet near Langkawi.

Be transparent on Goldman Sachs settlement -  Wong Chen to Zafrul

Be transparent on Goldman Sachs settlement - Wong Chen to Zafrul

Subang MP says the Finance Ministry needs to give the public a full account of the fund recovery process.

Najib's daughter challenges constitutionality of Income Tax Act provision

Najib's daughter challenges constitutionality of Income Tax Act provision

Nooryana Najwa Najib makes the move in the High Court on Section 106(3) of the Act, which disallows court intervention in IRB civil suits.

Afif: Arrogance could lead to PN's downfall, like it did to Harapan, BN

Afif: Arrogance could lead to PN's downfall, like it did to Harapan, BN

INTERVIEW | Ex-PKR man says this is based on his personal experiences with Pakatan Rakyat and subsequently, Harapan.

Eventgoers to meet differently following new event guidelines

Eventgoers to meet differently following new event guidelines

Local event management company & professional conference organiser Place Borneo recently launched the ‘Meet Differently’ campaign.

Anwar confident Harapan will win GE15, cites PN's poor governance

Anwar confident Harapan will win GE15, cites PN's poor governance

PKR chief says PAS' latest position on Act 355 will also be one of the key causes for the win.

Banks could incur RM79b modification loss over moratorium period - Tengku Zafrul

Banks could incur RM79b modification loss over moratorium period - Tengku Zafrul

UPDATED 1.20PM | The amount is the total the banks can lend individuals and businesses in a normal business situation over the six-month period.

National Consumer Complaints Centre received 1514 complaints related to refunds

National Consumer Complaints Centre received 1514 complaints related to refunds

As many as six hundred thousand people lost their jobs as of May 2020 due to the Movement Control Order (MCO).

China takes over US consulate premises in Chengdu as ties worsen

China takes over US consulate premises in Chengdu as ties worsen

The consulate was closed as of 10am, after which Chinese authorities entered the building and took over the premises.

COMMENT | Some justice in Ipoh police shooting victim case

COMMENT | Some justice in Ipoh police shooting victim case

Ipoh High Court overturns DPP’s decision not to hold an inquest over P Kathir Ali’s death nine years ago.

Authorities yet to explain offence committed by Rayhan - LFL

Authorities yet to explain offence committed by Rayhan - LFL

‘We’ve scrutinised the documentary...he has not said anything even remotely in breach of the country’s laws.’

Sugu Pavithra to make a comeback on YouTube

Sugu Pavithra to make a comeback on YouTube

Fans of the cooking pair will get to see them on air again, by this afternoon.

Japanese govt to urge more telecommuting as coronavirus cases surge

Japanese govt to urge more telecommuting as coronavirus cases surge

CORONAVIRUS | It will also work to enhance other social distancing measures amid a rise in coronavirus cases among workers.

2020-07-27

2020-07-27

LETTER | Feeding wildlife endangers hikers at Kledang Hill, Ipoh

LETTER | Feeding wildlife endangers hikers at Kledang Hill, Ipoh

Troops of monkeys gather around the walking pathway, looking for food after a person had provided food to the monkeys.

Body of civil rights icon John Lewis crosses Alabama bridge for final time

Body of civil rights icon John Lewis crosses Alabama bridge for final time

He died on July 17 at age 80 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.

I'm ready to face GE15 as PN candidate - Afif

I'm ready to face GE15 as PN candidate - Afif

INTERVIEW | Despite joining Bersatu, he maintains his belief remains rooted in the concept of multiracial politics.

Catholic churches in Malacca, Johor cancel masses due to Covid-19 fears

Catholic churches in Malacca, Johor cancel masses due to Covid-19 fears

This is due to a clergyperson being tested positive for the disease on July 25 in Bukit Tiram.
Alibaba, Jack Ma summoned by Indian court

Alibaba, Jack Ma summoned by Indian court

This after a former employee in India says he was wrongfully fired.

Govt to launch community garden guidelines in August

Govt to launch community garden guidelines in August

This is to coordinate the SOP and policies for community garden activities in the cities, says Housing Ministry.

Kedah, NCIA collaborate to develop state's economy post-Covid-19

Kedah, NCIA collaborate to develop state's economy post-Covid-19

Sustainable and proactive economic measures would be implemented, says the MB.
Distribution of seats not discussed at first Johor Muafakat Nasional meeting

Distribution of seats not discussed at first Johor Muafakat Nasional meeting

Only matters on solidifying the Umno-PAS relationship in the state were discussed, says MB Hasni Mohammad.

Umno not behind purported moves to oust Warisan govt - Bung Moktar

Umno not behind purported moves to oust Warisan govt - Bung Moktar

'What I know is that now is the time to strengthen Sabah Umno to face the next general election.'
YOURSAY | If no money is missing, why must Goldman Sachs pay us billions?

YOURSAY | If no money is missing, why must Goldman Sachs pay us billions?

'Former AG Apandi believed nothing was lost, no money was stolen…'

YOURSAY | The curse of racial politics in Malaysia

YOURSAY | The curse of racial politics in Malaysia

'Harapan had wanted to address racial and religious issues but was held back by Bersatu…'

COMMENT | Al Jazeera crackdown – PN’s Trumpian gambit

COMMENT | Al Jazeera crackdown – PN’s Trumpian gambit

Is it better to be thought of as a fascist government instead of being accused of mistreating migrant workers?
Padungan rep quits DAP and 8 news you may have missed

Padungan rep quits DAP and 8 news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday.