Archive - 5 August 2020

MySejahtera offers better protection of customers' info - MMA

MySejahtera offers better protection of customers' info - MMA

Its president says it is safer than manual registration or doing it with other applications.

Beirut blast: M'sian battalion ready to provide humanitarian, disaster relief

Beirut blast: M'sian battalion ready to provide humanitarian, disaster relief

Malbatt 850-7 peacekeeping force has been in Lebonon since October 2019 for a UN mission and prepared to assist.

Stateless e-sports athlete granted review to bid for citizenship

Stateless e-sports athlete granted review to bid for citizenship

KL High Court rules Muhammad Aiman can challenge govt's refusal to declare him a M'sian citizen.

Face mask ceiling price may go down depending on supply - Nanta

Face mask ceiling price may go down depending on supply - Nanta

CORONAVIRUS | Ministry bans export of the product to ensure sufficient local supply amid fears of another global shortage.

Prabakaran demands explanation over MPs' RM6k lunch

Prabakaran demands explanation over MPs' RM6k lunch

Batu MP alleges that the lavish meal was paid for using 'ministerial funds' and money from a GLC.

Security guard in viral beating video arrested

Security guard in viral beating video arrested

UPDATED | 8.45AM | Nepali man detained by officers from D11 division specialising in sexual crimes and domestic abuse.

EC urged to allow postal voting for more Sabahans due to Covid-19

EC urged to allow postal voting for more Sabahans due to Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | It should be extended to voters living in other states as travelling will pose a health risk, says Global Bersih.

Covid-19 infectivity dips back below sustained outbreak level

Covid-19 infectivity dips back below sustained outbreak level

CORONAVIRUS | Daily estimate for the disease's effective reproduction number has dropped below crucial threshold of 1.00.

Indira to IGP: Hunger strike if no news of Prasana by Aug 31

Indira to IGP: Hunger strike if no news of Prasana by Aug 31

Abdul Hamid previously said he knew the whereabouts of ex-husband who took away their daughter.

Najib withdraws review bid to lift stay on SRC trial

Najib withdraws review bid to lift stay on SRC trial

His lawyer says Najib reserves the right to raise the issue in the substantive appeal, prosecution has no objection.

PN govt drops national harmony commission, opts for action plan

PN govt drops national harmony commission, opts for action plan

Unity minister says there are existing laws to safeguard unity including Sedition Act.

LETTER | Codifying contempt law step in right direction

LETTER | Codifying contempt law step in right direction

LETTER | This will provide a clear and unequivocal definition of legal concepts and formulate a fair and clear law in this area.

Luyang rep: Sabah faced three coup attempts, Shafie stopped first two

Luyang rep: Sabah faced three coup attempts, Shafie stopped first two

Phoong says the effort to get assemblypersons to defect intensified when the Warisan leader was nominated as PM candidate.

Minister absolves Top Glove, urges against viewing company in negative light

Minister absolves Top Glove, urges against viewing company in negative light

It has given an assurance that all issues related to its workers have been resolved, says Plantations and Commodities Minister Mohd Khairuddin Aman Razali.
Police open 3,173 investigation papers on indiscipline

Police open 3,173 investigation papers on indiscipline

The probes involve police officers and personnel at the Bukit Aman and contingent levels.

Tycoon's aide roped in to help 'legalise' kickbacks for Rosmah, witness claims

Tycoon's aide roped in to help 'legalise' kickbacks for Rosmah, witness claims

The witness testifies that he promised to pay RM187.5 million to Rosmah for allegedly helping him secure a RM1.25 billion govt project.

LETTER | Mukhayyam: Honour the religious rights of LGBTQ people

LETTER | Mukhayyam: Honour the religious rights of LGBTQ people

LETTER | Activists owe the basic decency to accord respect of such views even if these views are different from their own.

LETTER | LGBTQ-related govt policies - Stop intimidation of human rights defenders

LETTER | LGBTQ-related govt policies - Stop intimidation of human rights defenders

LETTER | A healthy and functioning democracy must allow for the people to question a state-funded programme.

Beirut reels from huge blast, as death toll climbs to at least 100

Beirut reels from huge blast, as death toll climbs to at least 100

Officials say the toll was expected to rise.
Covid-19: 21 new cases, including 3 from Kedah nasi kandar cluster

Covid-19: 21 new cases, including 3 from Kedah nasi kandar cluster

UPDATED 8.20PM | CORONAVIRUS | Health Ministry says six cases are found to be locally transmitted.

COMMENT | The human experience in the Covid-19 outbreak

COMMENT | The human experience in the Covid-19 outbreak

COMMENT | What area of our lives do you think will be most indelibly changed by the Covid-19 outbreak and the measures taken to prevent it?

Al Jazeera disputes IGP's claim it was given notice before raid

Al Jazeera disputes IGP's claim it was given notice before raid

UPDATED 11.05PM | Meanwhile, an interviewee in Al Jazeera's documentary is set to be expelled.

No Malaysian soldiers affected in Beirut blasts - Embassy of Lebanon

No Malaysian soldiers affected in Beirut blasts - Embassy of Lebanon

The embassy says the Malaysian soldiers under the Unifil are based in the south of Lebanon.

'Did Putrajaya rush Goldman deal for quick cash amid struggling economy?'

'Did Putrajaya rush Goldman deal for quick cash amid struggling economy?'

The PN government should be transparent in the settlement deal, says C4.

Wan Fayhsal: Bersatu a more progressive force within PN

Wan Fayhsal: Bersatu a more progressive force within PN

INTERVIEW | 'We are the most progressive thus far among all Malay parties... more nimble, we are more flexible and more open.'

Gerakan yet to decide whether to contest in Sabah election

Gerakan yet to decide whether to contest in Sabah election

Its president says there are so many factors to consider before making any decision.

KBS to explore new areas to tackle youth unemployment post-Covid-19

KBS to explore new areas to tackle youth unemployment post-Covid-19

Among the initiatives is the launch of the National Apprenticeship Scheme on July 23, says its deputy minister.
Adib's father surprised, wants authorities to ensure justice

Adib's father surprised, wants authorities to ensure justice

Mohd Kassim Abdul Hamid says the authorities should study this matter to ensure justice against any wrongdoing.
Standard Chartered rewards customer with the iconic Ford Mustang

Standard Chartered rewards customer with the iconic Ford Mustang

H’ng Chuen Yeou of Penang emerged as the grand prize winner in Standard Chartered Malaysia’s ‘Win a Ford Mustang’ credit card contest.

Pua submits motion for PSC on recovery of 1MDB, SRC assets

Pua submits motion for PSC on recovery of 1MDB, SRC assets

The PSC will also cover settlement deals between the govt and Goldman Sachs, IPIC and Riza Aziz.

Witness: Jho Low said he could get PM to bulldoze US$6b guarantee letter

Witness: Jho Low said he could get PM to bulldoze US$6b guarantee letter

1MDB TRIAL | Shahrol Azral also testifies that Low wanted to rush the process as a delegation from Abu Dhabi would be visiting M'sia soon.

Confused? Here's where and when to wear face masks

Confused? Here's where and when to wear face masks

CORONAVIRUS | The list was released after netizens complained about the ambiguity surrounding the enforcement.

Govt told to invest in reusable face mask industry, help poor

Govt told to invest in reusable face mask industry, help poor

This can help the poor due to the high costs of masks, says Klang MP.

Malaysians in Lebanon reported safe - Hishammuddin

Malaysians in Lebanon reported safe - Hishammuddin

Malaysia is part of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil) for peacekeeping duties in southern Lebanon.

Adib's death: Zahid, DAP MP question 'illegal assembly' charge proposal

Adib's death: Zahid, DAP MP question 'illegal assembly' charge proposal

PARLIAMENT | Umno president says the suspects should be charged with killing a public servant.

Mara building scandal - Aussie cops charge man with corruption

Mara building scandal - Aussie cops charge man with corruption

Teen Boon Lye is charged in Melbourne in relation to the sale in 2013 of Dudley House to Mara Incorporated Sdn Bhd.

LETTER | Will Najib ever admit his wrongdoings?

LETTER | Will Najib ever admit his wrongdoings?

Can he save any of his remaining dignity by admitting to the charges and resign to what fate holds in store for him?
PN minister positive on potential for 'flying cars'

PN minister positive on potential for 'flying cars'

PARLIAMENT | Previously other PN ministers had mocked the project, using terms like 'Jetsons' and 'Doraemon'.

Media, rights groups condemn Putrajaya over raids against Al Jazeera, two others

Media, rights groups condemn Putrajaya over raids against Al Jazeera, two others

The groups warn that media freedom in the country is deteriorating.

2020-08-05t

2020-08-05t

BOOK REVIEW | No compromise on meritocracy

BOOK REVIEW | No compromise on meritocracy

In 'Navigating Turbulent Times', M Rajasingam narrates his 33-year experience with the Port Swettenham Authority.
Decades of help but bumis still poor – Anwar urges review ahead of 12MP

Decades of help but bumis still poor – Anwar urges review ahead of 12MP

A study is needed as to why large segments of the community still struggle ‘despite economic and educational privileges’.

Oscars and Golden Globe Award Winner Eddie Redmayne and ‘PASKAL’ Director Adrian Teh affirms to the values of OPPO FindX2 Pro 5G

Oscars and Golden Globe Award Winner Eddie Redmayne and ‘PASKAL’ Director Adrian Teh affirms to the values of OPPO FindX2 Pro 5G

Also introducing OPPO local Finders including Dato’(Dr.) Calvin Khiu, Entrepreneurs Inspirer, Annabelle Co- Martinent, Founder of La Juiceria Superfoods & Super Saigon, Elyn Pow, Founder of Rawsome, Faeez Fadhlillah, CEO & Co-Founder of Tripfez & Salam Standard.

No obstruction for MACC to reinvestigate Guan Eng's bungalow case - minister

No obstruction for MACC to reinvestigate Guan Eng's bungalow case - minister

UPDATED 5.40PM | However, Lim’s lawyer notes that the Federal Constitution prohibits charging him again for the same case.

Auxiliary cop arrested for allegedly molesting student at LRT station

Auxiliary cop arrested for allegedly molesting student at LRT station

He has admitted to meeting the victim at the time and place of the reported incident, but he denied molesting the 19-year-old.

2020-08-05

2020-08-05

Novavax coronavirus vaccine induces immune response in early study

Novavax coronavirus vaccine induces immune response in early study

CORONAVIRUS | This leads to the company’s shares jumping, and Novavax Inc said it would start a large pivotal Phase III trial soon.

'Sign language interpreters should be trained and accredited'

'Sign language interpreters should be trained and accredited'

This call comes after a deputy minister said the government is planning to create a permanent post at all government agencies.

Lynas to start building waste facility in Malaysia next year

Lynas to start building waste facility in Malaysia next year

PARLIAMENT | Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin told parliament this yesterday.

MP SPEAKS | Azmin not entirely forthright on ratification of trade deal

MP SPEAKS | Azmin not entirely forthright on ratification of trade deal

Azmin neglected to mention important additional information about that decision.

COMMENT | Did Zafrul wilfully mislead over ‘US$3.9b’ Goldman deal?

COMMENT | Did Zafrul wilfully mislead over ‘US$3.9b’ Goldman deal?

It’s bad form for Zafrul to attribute the deal to Idrus when the process was started by Thomas...
COMMENT | Delusional diatribe or free speech?

COMMENT | Delusional diatribe or free speech?

As the disgraced Najib Abdul Razak rants on his conviction and sentence - and with the media giving him the space to do so.

YOURSAY | Azmin is not about ‘real’ change, it's about Anwar

YOURSAY | Azmin is not about ‘real’ change, it's about Anwar

‘Why don’t you talk about change in rural enclaves dominated by Umno warlords?’
YOURSAY | Migrant workers lives matter, too

YOURSAY | Migrant workers lives matter, too

‘Are the authorities now going to arrest the Nepali guard for getting himself 'filmed'?’
Massive blast rips through Beirut, killing 78 and injuring thousands

Massive blast rips through Beirut, killing 78 and injuring thousands

UPDATED 1.05PM | The blast at port warehouses storing highly explosive material is the most powerful in years.

Police, MCMC conduct raids over Al Jazeera video and 9 news you may have missed

Police, MCMC conduct raids over Al Jazeera video and 9 news you may have missed

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

Fighting the factories' fearsome fumes

Fighting the factories' fearsome fumes

MALAYSIANSKINI | Losing her sleep and facing death threats, Pua Lay Peng is not to be shaken for her goal of defending her hometown.

Disability rights activist urges ministries to open dedicated helpline for PWD

Disability rights activist urges ministries to open dedicated helpline for PWD

Currently, the issues concerning people with disabilities are handled by the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry.

Dewan Rakyat interruption due to short of quorum

Dewan Rakyat interruption due to short of quorum

It happened when Zuraida Kamaruddin was winding up the debate on the motion of thanks on the royal address for her ministry.