Archive - 4 August 2020

MRC fund aims to cut foreign workers reliance in downstream rubber sector

MRC fund aims to cut foreign workers reliance in downstream rubber sector

The fund will provide a wage subsidy of RM300 for one local worker for a period of 12 months.

Hamzah tells undocumented migrants in Sabah to go home

Hamzah tells undocumented migrants in Sabah to go home

The Home minister says the authority will conduct a large-scale operation.

Sabah election: PBS to contest 30 seats, fly its own flag after 16 years

Sabah election: PBS to contest 30 seats, fly its own flag after 16 years

A good number of new faces including women are among those being considered as the party’s flag-bearers in the election.
Disparity in doctor-population ratio, says report

Disparity in doctor-population ratio, says report

Former health minister Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad says the figure does not reflect the reality on the ground.

Govt sets up committee to manage undocumented migrants in Sabah

Govt sets up committee to manage undocumented migrants in Sabah

It's a measure to ensure that efforts to document the group can be implemented effectively, says Home minister.

Reduce mask ceiling price to pre-pandemic levels, urges ex-deputy minister

Reduce mask ceiling price to pre-pandemic levels, urges ex-deputy minister

This is in light of the government directive of making it mandatory to wear face masks in crowded public places.
Azmin claims Guan Eng twists facts on CPTPP ratification

Azmin claims Guan Eng twists facts on CPTPP ratification

Azmin reiterates that his statement was based on the cabinet's decision on Sept 5, 2018.
'Changed man' - Seputeh MP dismayed by Saifuddin's response to Al Jazeera raid

'Changed man' - Seputeh MP dismayed by Saifuddin's response to Al Jazeera raid

Former allies trade barbs over government raid on the international media's office.

Children should help parents complete e-Census form

Children should help parents complete e-Census form

Otherwise, they’ll have to wait for the face-to-face interview phase in October, says DOSM chief statistician Mohd Uzir Mahidin.
Returnees who refuse to pay for quarantine costs to be sent to ILAs

Returnees who refuse to pay for quarantine costs to be sent to ILAs

They will be given 14 days to settle the charges of RM150 per day, says Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Police to seek professional help in mural vandalism case

Police to seek professional help in mural vandalism case

The poor quality of the CCTV recording rendered it difficult for the police to identify the suspects involved.
Police record Ramesh Rao's statement over controversial tweet

Police record Ramesh Rao's statement over controversial tweet

This is in connection with his claim that the judge who sentenced Najib is related to Dr Mahathir.

Japanese cybersecurity firm finds stolen data of over 7,600 FB accounts

Japanese cybersecurity firm finds stolen data of over 7,600 FB accounts

The illicitly acquired details were harvested by unknown perpetrators over the past two months, reports Kyodo News Agency.
Court fines man RM3,000 for suicide attempt

Court fines man RM3,000 for suicide attempt

The magistrate also orders the 28-year-old unemployed man to serve three months in jail if he failed to pay the fine.

COMMENT | How S Korea built a health system to beat Covid-19

COMMENT | How S Korea built a health system to beat Covid-19

COMMENT | The pillars of the South Korean model are applicable across developing countries.

Hamzah: Police recommend fresh inquest into Adib death

Hamzah: Police recommend fresh inquest into Adib death

UPDATED 7.14PM | PARLIAMENT | The home minister tells the Dewan Rakyat this in response to a question.

Minister grilled over political interference in food aid distribution

Minister grilled over political interference in food aid distribution

This after Rina Harun told the Dewan Rakyat that a total of 864,000 food baskets had been distributed to family heads.

LETTER | We accept that Pannir is guilty

LETTER | We accept that Pannir is guilty

LETTER | But the mechanisms for correcting and punishing him have to be more humane and better.

Single Covid-19 infection today, active cases dip below 200

Single Covid-19 infection today, active cases dip below 200

CORONAVIRUS | The respite came after the govt reimpose isolation at quarantine centres and made mask-wearing in public places compulsory.

Najib not warned when inking deal with 'fake' Aabar, court told

Najib not warned when inking deal with 'fake' Aabar, court told

UPDATED 6.29PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Former 1MDB CEO concedes he did not brief Najib or MOF Inc on the execution of the document.

Moratorium for PTPTN loans extended to December

Moratorium for PTPTN loans extended to December

UPDATED 5.46PM | All borrowers will be given an automatic extension on deferment, says Higher Education Minister Noraini Ahmad.

Amanah Youth suggests allies use Warisan logo in Sabah election

Amanah Youth suggests allies use Warisan logo in Sabah election

'Pakatan Harapan and Upko should use the Warisan logo to demonstrate unity with the Warisan leadership.'
Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi confirms contesting for second term

Myanmar's Aung San Suu Kyi confirms contesting for second term

She submits her application to run as a candidate in Yangon today.

EC backs calls to allow it to crack the whip on election offences

EC backs calls to allow it to crack the whip on election offences

Currently, the power to take action lies with the police and MACC, says acting EC chair Azmi Sharom.

Astro, Unifi TV raided too over Al Jazeera documentary

Astro, Unifi TV raided too over Al Jazeera documentary

UPDATED 10.50PM | Bukit Aman confirms the joint raids with the MCMC.

Banks to provide repayment flexibility to borrowers/customers affected  by COVID-19

Banks to provide repayment flexibility to borrowers/customers affected by COVID-19

The Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM) was established in 1996 as the Association of Interest-Free Banking Institutions Malaysia.

Socso has approved RM8.97b under wage subsidy scheme - Tengku Zafrul

Socso has approved RM8.97b under wage subsidy scheme - Tengku Zafrul

The scheme benefits over 2.58 million workers, says the finance minister.
Ex-minister: Govt could have got more from Goldman Sachs if it wasn't hasty

Ex-minister: Govt could have got more from Goldman Sachs if it wasn't hasty

Lim Guan Eng backs the former AG on the matter and says he's waiting to see how the government responds to the criticism.

The world's first E-Branding Awards 2020 live on Facebook

The world's first E-Branding Awards 2020 live on Facebook

Announcing the winners of the BrandLaureate Awards

Malaysia's doctor-population ratio surpasses WHO recommendation

Malaysia's doctor-population ratio surpasses WHO recommendation

PARLIAMENT | Health Minister Dr Adham Baba says the current ratio is one doctor for every 454 people.

Anwar dismisses govt’s 'trivial excuse' over delay in tabling 12th M'sia Plan

Anwar dismisses govt’s 'trivial excuse' over delay in tabling 12th M'sia Plan

PARLIAMENT | The opposition leader accuses PN of having a 'clear reluctance' to do so.
Govt will make appropriate decision if Lynas' PDF pollutes water sources - Khairy

Govt will make appropriate decision if Lynas' PDF pollutes water sources - Khairy

PARLIAMENT | The minister acknowledges that the drainage system at the site is linked to Sungai Kuantan.

Court hears that Rosmah's ex-aide demanded Umrah sponsorship from Jepak

Court hears that Rosmah's ex-aide demanded Umrah sponsorship from Jepak

ROSMAH TRIAL | Rayyan Radzwill Abdullah says Rizal Mansor had pressured him to get the money from the MD of Jepak Holdings.

Najib's defence: 1MDB must be run by a bunch of idiots

Najib's defence: 1MDB must be run by a bunch of idiots

1MDB TRIAL | This after ex-1MDB CEO testifies he became numb at the revelations in 1MDB.

MATTA Fair Online 9 to 15 September 2020 as a boost for travel and tourism promotions

MATTA Fair Online 9 to 15 September 2020 as a boost for travel and tourism promotions

The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is proud to announce that the MATTA Fair Online 2020 will take place from 9 to 15 September 2020.

COMMENT | The first strike is already too many

COMMENT | The first strike is already too many

COMMENT | As long as we keep thinking that domestic violence is a private matter, there will be continued reluctance to enforce the law.

Smokers turn to cheap smuggled cigarettes due to price factor

Smokers turn to cheap smuggled cigarettes due to price factor

The tobacco black market is booming in Malaysia as smokers are turning to smuggled cigarettes because it is much cheaper compared to legal products and easily available to consumers, said a global consumer advocacy group, Consumer Choice Center (CCC), in a statement today.

Engagement sessions on 12MP still ongoing - Mustapa

Engagement sessions on 12MP still ongoing - Mustapa

PARLIAMENT | The govt was previously scheduled to table the 12MP in Parliament on Aug 6 but decided to postpone it to January 2021.

Special law to deal with contempt of court cases being studied - Takiyuddin

Special law to deal with contempt of court cases being studied - Takiyuddin

PARLIAMENT | He says the AGC is studying the matter by comparing the laws used in several countries such as India, the UK and S'pore.

Witness stands by claim Mahdzir solicited kickback for solar project

Witness stands by claim Mahdzir solicited kickback for solar project

UPDATED 10.55PM | Rayyan Radzwill Abdullah says he is prepared to defend his testimony in court.

Nadma's role only to manage, not prevent floods - minister

Nadma's role only to manage, not prevent floods - minister

However, the agency can suggest and discuss prevention methods with the National Security Council.

AG: Govt is not halting court proceedings against IPIC in London

AG: Govt is not halting court proceedings against IPIC in London

Idrus Harun says the government will ensure that the country’s assets are returned and justice is upheld.
MTUC sec-gen: 'Economic harakiri' to cut foreign labour but not boost wages for locals

MTUC sec-gen: 'Economic harakiri' to cut foreign labour but not boost wages for locals

J Solomon laments lack of consultation, says current proposal ignores the reality on the ground.

Law minister willing to be investigated over 'injustice' tweet

Law minister willing to be investigated over 'injustice' tweet

PARLIAMENT | The alleged tweet by Takiyuddin Hassan follows former premier Najib Abdul Razak's conviction.

After guilty verdict, Najib claims SRC money was for orphans, Umno

After guilty verdict, Najib claims SRC money was for orphans, Umno

Insisting none was for his personal benefit, former PM vows to appeal the ‘unfair’ verdict.

Issuance of UNHCR cards will be reviewed - minister

Issuance of UNHCR cards will be reviewed - minister

The number of UNHCR cardholders should not increase but the number is growing and causing problems, says Home Minister Hamzah Zainuddin.

LETTER |  Jawi on billboards and road signs costs money, PAS

LETTER | Jawi on billboards and road signs costs money, PAS

We should be looking into alleviating people's economic, financial and health woes.
Rohingya refugees have 'no rights', but children can access education - minister

Rohingya refugees have 'no rights', but children can access education - minister

PARLIAMENT | The government decided in 2016 that these children can be given an education at alternative guidance centres, he says.

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2020-08-04

In rare move, Thai protesters openly criticise monarchy

In rare move, Thai protesters openly criticise monarchy

After the king took the throne in 2016, the palace required revisions to a new constitution that gave him greater emergency powers.
China to retaliate if US forces out Chinese journalists - Global Times editor

China to retaliate if US forces out Chinese journalists - Global Times editor

Given that the US side hasn't renewed visas of Chinese journalists, the Chinese side has prepared for the worst scenario, says Hu Xijin.

Covid-19: Next big treatment may be manufactured antibodies

Covid-19: Next big treatment may be manufactured antibodies

Drugmakers are confident that the right antibodies or a combination can alter the course of the disease.
N Korea has 'probably' developed nuclear devices to fit ballistic missiles - UN report

N Korea has 'probably' developed nuclear devices to fit ballistic missiles - UN report

North Korea has been subjected to UN sanctions since 2006 over its nuclear and ballistic missile programmes.
YOURSAY | Afif can try his luck, but voters may not forget the treachery

YOURSAY | Afif can try his luck, but voters may not forget the treachery

‘Harapan did not fall due to arrogance. It fell because of traitors and kataks (frogs).’
Trump: US should get 'substantial portion' of TikTok operations sale price

Trump: US should get 'substantial portion' of TikTok operations sale price

If a sale is not done, then Tik Tok will be banned, the United States president warns.

YOURSAY | Onus on S’gor MB to win back Gombak, Ampang for PKR

YOURSAY | Onus on S’gor MB to win back Gombak, Ampang for PKR

‘Amirudin is giving too much credit to Azmin and Zuraida.’
Microsoft talks to buy TikTok's US operations spark ire in China

Microsoft talks to buy TikTok's US operations spark ire in China

A forced deal under Washington's shotgun could open up endless litigations if the outcome is unfavourable, says a key an investor in ByteDance.

MySejahtera app to become compulsory and 9 news you may have missed

MySejahtera app to become compulsory and 9 news you may have missed

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

COMMENT | In that small moment we had justice

COMMENT | In that small moment we had justice

Do not rob us of July 28. It made us believe in the courage of the few.
COMMENT | A bestiary of politicians

COMMENT | A bestiary of politicians

The government affects us in multiple ways, but we can do little to affect it.
Cops to remand Nepali in security guard assault video probe

Cops to remand Nepali in security guard assault video probe

Wangsa Maju police say the 34-year-old suspect was detained around 5pm today.