Archive - 29 July 2020

CORONAVIRUS | This follows the rise of Covid-19 cases in the state.

The charges are related to supply and installation contracts for the IRB.

CORONAVIRUS | 'It's understandable and acceptable that for health reasons there may be limits on your rights.'

It says the move will help the SMEs struggling to regain their business momentum given the soft domestic and global markets.

Police say the statement was taken today and yesterday.

The Philippines' foreign affairs secretary had tweeted that 'Sabah is not in Malaysia if you want to have anything to do with the Philippines'.

A 1.5-metre social distancing measure will be adopted at all mosques and suraus holding the prayers.

CORONAVIRUS | Priority will be given to students whose families are in the B40 group, says Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari.

It was Umno that wanted to form a coalition government, how could we want to leave PN now, says the Arau MP

Its embassy in Kuala Lumpur says Chinese authorities have investigated all leads from Bukit Aman but was unable to locate the fugitive.

LETTER | The recent allegations by an activist are a strong reminder of why we need to establish an oversight mechanism for the police.

'Zahid personally asked for money back.'

UPDATED 10.37PM | Musa claims to have secured SDs from enough state reps supporting him to form new Sabah govt, but Shafie says the same.

Police gave the organisers permission to bring the groups but on the condition that they observe the social distancing rule.

The July figures are higher than the 331,000 individual borrowers and 5,000 SMEs continued loan repayments in April.

Lam Chang Nam is charged with the same offences for which he was previously granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal.

Senior minister hopes the action plan and all its initiatives will be executed well to revitalise economy.

Mohd Nazlan rules there was a lack of official confirmation between Saudi Arabia and Malaysia on the donation.

Central bank urges borrowers who can afford to repay their loans to start doing so to reduce overall debt.

A money changer clarifies he helped convert cash into cheques before depositing them to Zahid's foundation.

This is after the PN government said it would not proceed with plans to abolish the UUCA.

UPDATED 9.38PM | CORONAVIRUS | Five local transmissions detected in Sabah, Johor, Sarawak, and Perlis.

Its president also urges Bank Negara to impose a uniform set of rules for all banks in granting a loan moratorium or targeted help.

PARLIAMENT | Permatang Pauh MP wants those committing minor offences to be rehabilitated not jailed.

The association claims that DBKL wanted to alter the status quo of the park.

UPDATED 6.35PM | PARLIAMENT | The sum covers food, clothes and basic necessities, says deputy minister.

This will lead to migrant workers fearing repercussions if they speak out against abuses, says Human Rights Watch.

PARLIAMENT | Shamsul Iskandar says Low has evaded capture despite being the mastermind behind the 1MDB scandal.

Ex-PM arrived at the court at around 1pm with his son Norashman who is understood to be his bailor.

This is to protect the interest of Malaysian workers, says Awang Hashim.

Govt is also studying ways to produce three-layer fabric masks for the needy, says Health DG.

UPDATED 4.11PM | Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announces targeted reliefs for certain segments of society who may still need help.

The new law requires foreign social media sites to appoint Turkish-based representatives to address authorities' concerns over content.

CORONAVIRUS | Dr Noor Hisham also reminds Malaysians to follow SOPs to prevent contributing to a third wave of infections.

He wants to go back to join his family.

Those with a Temporary Employment Visit Pass that expired during MCO can reapply for permits within that time.

CORONAVIRUS | Two of the infections are local transmissions.

If people are against vaccines or unaware of the importance of it, they need to be educated now.

LETTER | Luncheon meat is prohibited due to African swine fever but it is still found in abundance in stores and supermarkets.

PARLIAMENT | Ahmad Maslan says Mahathir was at a crowded event in Alor Setar with no social distancing.

LETTER | While Pakatan Harapan might be vindicated through this verdict, the last laugh will not be theirs.

The party says this is the sum each agreed to pay for defecting, appropriating seats for personal benefit, and others.

This is for activities not subject to EIA and to strengthen enforcement against those who pollute the environment.

The total disregard of the SOPs by Najib's supporters during his trial verdict was disheartening.

Jobless rate at new decade-high of 2.9 pct as Covid-19 sees employment shrink in services and construction sector.

Li Shengwu's case involves a private FB post in 2017 in which he said the govt is 'very litigious and has a pliant court system'.

UPDATED 12.31PM | The programme was mooted by former minister Saifuddin Nasution and given an allocation of RM2.2b in Budget 2020.

Another round of study loan deferment would be a huge relief for borrowers while job hunting, especially for those in the B40 group.

Tin miner and metal producer, Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad (“MSC” or “the Group”) has contributed to the development of a new mosque, Masjid Klian Intan located in the district of Pengkalan Hulu, with a donation cheque worth RM20,000.

This follows a US ban earlier this month on imports of gloves from the M'sian company over forced labour allegations.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) through Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM) will be sponsoring Dr. Voon Pei Jye, Medical Oncologist at Sarawak General Hospital, for a Clinical Fellowship Training at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre which is affiliated with the University of Toronto, Canada

The Najib verdict is clear-cut and redeems a justice system often regarded with suspicion.

UPDATED 11AM | The announcement will be made via a special televised broadcast at 3pm today.

Law Minister Takiyuddin Hassan says from these investigation papers, 218 indictments have been made.

'Najib offered no visible reaction. Wearing a brown suit with a red and black striped tie, he had recited a brief prayer...'

'It can only be my personality,' US president says as he struggles to improve his standing with voters for his handling of Covid-19.

Lady Macbeth thunders: 'We want you to think of issues and subjects the citizens should not think about!'

'PAS respects court process in line with rule of law... we are confident Najib will obtain justice at next level,' says Hadi.

UPDATED 1.24PM | COMMENT | Here is this armchair analyst’s explanation of why you should not expect snap polls before November.

The Pekan MP can do so until his appeal process is completed, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Azhar Azizan says.

SLIM POLLS | 'All parties in PN have agreed to field only one candidate… we will render our full support,' says the MB and state Bersatu chief Ahmad Faizal.

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

'Najib Razak has officially become a criminal… This was made possible by all of us...', says Mandeep Singh.

Southeast Asia has been battling haze for years, especially during the dry weather season.