Archive - 11 August 2020

Former Perak MB Zambry appointed MAHB chairperson

Former Perak MB Zambry appointed MAHB chairperson

The Pangkor assemblyperson takes over from Zainun Ali.

‘Absurd’ to place police oversight body under Home Ministry - Suaram

‘Absurd’ to place police oversight body under Home Ministry - Suaram

The police already report to the home ministry, says the human rights group.

Bersatu Youth accuses Maszlee of stirring controversy over UEC

Bersatu Youth accuses Maszlee of stirring controversy over UEC

Youth wing exco Ashraf also says vernacular schools should be replaced with a single-stream school system.

MACC probes claims of state rep's corruption allegation

MACC probes claims of state rep's corruption allegation

WhatsApp messages between a senior official of a state govt-owned institution and the assemblyperson went viral.
Haze highly expected in Sarawak - Uggah

Haze highly expected in Sarawak - Uggah

The country is in the Southwest Monsoon phase and the weather during this season will normally be drier with less rain

Petronas lost RM17b in petroleum revenue during MCO, says PM

Petronas lost RM17b in petroleum revenue during MCO, says PM

PARLIAMENT | This is the sum it lost during the movement control order period from March till June this year, Muhyiddin adds.

Slim by-election: MACC will open operations rooms for public to report corruption

Slim by-election: MACC will open operations rooms for public to report corruption

SLIM POLLS | The 24-hour rooms will open this Saturday at MACC offices in Ipoh, Teluk Intan, and Taiping.

Four months jail for Nepalese who beat up security guard

Four months jail for Nepalese who beat up security guard

A recording of the incident had gone viral recently.

Nine villages in Kinabatangan forest reserve gazetted

Nine villages in Kinabatangan forest reserve gazetted

The local community has long applied for their villages to be gazetted, says Shafie Apdal.

COMMENT | The dictator's two dilemmas

COMMENT | The dictator's two dilemmas

COMMENT | Under authoritarian rule, dissatisfaction tends to build up until mass demonstrations erupt.

Political interference: The tycoon who got entangled in Najib's 1MDB scandal

Political interference: The tycoon who got entangled in Najib's 1MDB scandal

Lim Soon Peng apparently acted as an intermediary for Najib's payments to two entities.

MP SPEAKS | More transparency needed from govt on Sabah-Sarawak rights

MP SPEAKS | More transparency needed from govt on Sabah-Sarawak rights

'Disappointing the govt shelved the formation of MA63 parliamentary select committee,' says Yii.

Bersatu intact, unaffected by attempts to weaken party - Faizal Azumu

Bersatu intact, unaffected by attempts to weaken party - Faizal Azumu

The deputy president urges all party members to give their undivided support to Muhyiddin.
Tambun Tulang state rep quarantined, can't attend sittings - speaker

Tambun Tulang state rep quarantined, can't attend sittings - speaker

He returned from Indonesia recently.

Covid-19: Nine new cases, no local transmissions involving M'sians

Covid-19: Nine new cases, no local transmissions involving M'sians

COVID-19 | Of the five imported cases, three involved M'sians returning from abroad.

Unemployment eases slightly in June

Unemployment eases slightly in June

June's unemployment rate fell to 4.9 percent from a record 5.3 percent the previous month.

FT minister downplays MPs' RM6k lunch, says dishes look 'ordinary'

FT minister downplays MPs' RM6k lunch, says dishes look 'ordinary'

Annuar: MPs usually take turns sponsoring a 'simple' lunch to avoid leaving the building during Parliament sessions.

Suhakam didn't conclude state-sanctioned abduction - Police in Pastor Koh lawsuit

Suhakam didn't conclude state-sanctioned abduction - Police in Pastor Koh lawsuit

Based on Suhakam report, enforced disappearance was by the Special Branch, the defendants say.

Umno Youth questioned over BN logo suggestion for Sabah polls

Umno Youth questioned over BN logo suggestion for Sabah polls

UPDATED 8.22PM | Malacca Bersatu info chief says it’s a liability, as the sentiment of 'kleptocracy PM' Najib still there.

After viral gambling den video, MACC nabs four MBSA officers on bribery claims

After viral gambling den video, MACC nabs four MBSA officers on bribery claims

An undocumented migrant running a contraband cigarette shop was also arrested.

An uphill battle in Slim, say Harapan leaders

An uphill battle in Slim, say Harapan leaders

SLIM POLLS | They are committed to backing Bersatu Blackout candidate but admit odds are in Umno's favour.

Prosecution files appeal to increase Najib's jail sentence and fine

Prosecution files appeal to increase Najib's jail sentence and fine

The AGC Appeal Unit head confirms the notice of appeal was filed last Friday through e-filing.

Lewis & Co boss denies firm was trustee for Zahid’s Yayasan Akalbudi

Lewis & Co boss denies firm was trustee for Zahid’s Yayasan Akalbudi

UPDATED 5.20PM | M Premshangar said he verified this by checking his firm's ledger and file opening records.

Musa Aman hopes court allows judicial review on Sabah assembly dissolution

Musa Aman hopes court allows judicial review on Sabah assembly dissolution

Ex-CM claims that the Warisan-led Sabah govt helmed by Shafie Apdal had failed to develop the state.

DAP, MCA tussle over appointment of Johor seats coordinators

DAP, MCA tussle over appointment of Johor seats coordinators

Johor DAP chief suggests fewer seats for MCA for the next general election.

Duo wearing pink wristbands nabbed while filling up BSH form

Duo wearing pink wristbands nabbed while filling up BSH form

COVID-19 | The two escaped two roadblocks to travel from Kuala Sanglang to file their Bantuan Sara Hidup application in Kuala Perlis.

Stop targeting low-wage workers, MTUC tells HR Minister

Stop targeting low-wage workers, MTUC tells HR Minister

'Instead, steps should be taken to address the disparity between a company's top management and ordinary workers.'
Govt, opposition MPs want better fiscal discipline in supplementary budgets

Govt, opposition MPs want better fiscal discipline in supplementary budgets

UPDATED 4.40PM | PARLIAMENT | Currently, if the government is going over budget, it spends first and only gets approval later.

Order didn't come from me, says ex-MACC chief on unfreezing tycoon’s account

Order didn't come from me, says ex-MACC chief on unfreezing tycoon’s account

'I always maintain my integrity... I never adhere to instructions by ministers or the PM,' adds Shukri.

COMMENT | Wives of the pandemic

COMMENT | Wives of the pandemic

Once the pandemic ends, we should no longer look into the intervention of domestic abuse, but its prevention.

Digital media group INFLUASIA acquires In Real Life Malaysia

Digital media group INFLUASIA acquires In Real Life Malaysia

Digital media group, INFLUASIA has acquired a digital publishing platform, In Real Life Malaysia (IRL).

Project DEEP RM50 Million Education Fund to help build a digital workforce for Malaysia

Project DEEP RM50 Million Education Fund to help build a digital workforce for Malaysia

In line with our mission of transforming lives through education, BAC Education is proud to launch the Project DEEP RM 50 Million Education Fund to complement the Government's HRDF & PERKESO Penjana initiatives to reskill and upskill Malaysians for the digital economy.

UEM Sunrise launches “The Happy Chase” for house buyers

UEM Sunrise launches “The Happy Chase” for house buyers

UEM Sunrise launches “The Happy Chase” in conjunction with the national Home Ownership Campaign 2020, promising exciting rebates, more attractive rewards, and easy entry for house buyers.

SPEEDHOME welcomes Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) with open arms

SPEEDHOME welcomes Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) with open arms

SPEEDHOME welcomes Residential Tenancy Act (RTA) with open arms, it will ease the dispute case between tenants and landlords
Art Harun files bid to strike out legal challenge against his appointment as speaker

Art Harun files bid to strike out legal challenge against his appointment as speaker

Mahathir and four others filed the challenge on July 23.

Handcuffed man broke free of police escort and leapt to his death - Penang police

Handcuffed man broke free of police escort and leapt to his death - Penang police

The deceased had earlier been sentenced to a RM2,000 fine and three months in prison.

Langkawi Bersatu not dissolved, says vice-chief

Langkawi Bersatu not dissolved, says vice-chief

The party even announces four new appointments and four new committee members.

Minister: Political appointments help 'check and balance' GLCs

Minister: Political appointments help 'check and balance' GLCs

Providing a list of 17 appointees, Tengku Zafrul says politicians ensure firms are in line with govt aspirations.

LETTER | Touch and 'no' go

LETTER | Touch and 'no' go

'I was in for a rude surprise when I used the SmartTag lane on my exit at Tangkak.'

LETTER | Youth - innovative change makers of tomorrow

LETTER | Youth - innovative change makers of tomorrow

The Akademi Sains Malaysia aspires to recognise scientists that have a breakthrough in solving problems in the tropics.

People For Peat launches virtual conference of parties across ASEAN

People For Peat launches virtual conference of parties across ASEAN

Despite COVID-19, coalition pushes on to tackle transboundary haze in the region

COMMENT | Is anyone safe from the tentacles of vengeful politicians?

COMMENT | Is anyone safe from the tentacles of vengeful politicians?

‘Likening Guan Eng's alleged case to Najib's is an oxymoron.’
SJK(T) Ladang Elaeis in Johor named Frog World Champion 2020

SJK(T) Ladang Elaeis in Johor named Frog World Champion 2020

Beating over 3,000 schools across 13 countries.
2020-08-11

2020-08-11

Global coronavirus cases hit 20 million

Global coronavirus cases hit 20 million

COVID-19 | The death toll, meanwhile, at more than 728,000 has outpaced the upper range of annual deaths from the flu.

NAK BELI by MYEG introduces monthly subscription plans for fresh groceries

NAK BELI by MYEG introduces monthly subscription plans for fresh groceries

Customers can subscribe to the NAK BELI Flexi Value Plan at RM100, RM200 or RM500 per month and pay a discounted price.

Guan Eng and Phang claim trial to graft, Chew to Amla charges

Guan Eng and Phang claim trial to graft, Chew to Amla charges

UPDATED 12.45PM | All charges are in relation to alleged dealings with private company Excel Property Management and Consultancy Sdn Bhd.

Novavax Inc expects to meet US Covid-19 vaccine demand in 2021

Novavax Inc expects to meet US Covid-19 vaccine demand in 2021

COVID-19 | The producer believes the demand for the vaccines next year can be as high as 500 million to 600 million doses.

California's public health officer resigns after Covid-19 undercount problem

California's public health officer resigns after Covid-19 undercount problem

COVID-19 | Data collection failures led to the undercount of coronavirus cases in the state.

YOURSAY | A ‘fairer and gentler’ society for Najib and family

YOURSAY | A ‘fairer and gentler’ society for Najib and family

‘He leaves a debauched legacy pervaded with endemic corruption, racism, abuse of power…’
Lebanese government quits amid fury over Beirut blast

Lebanese government quits amid fury over Beirut blast

Announcing the resignation of his government, Prime Minister Hassan Diab adds, 'Today we follow the will of the people...'

YOURSAY | ‘Our leaders feast on lavish lunches while rakyat struggle’

YOURSAY | ‘Our leaders feast on lavish lunches while rakyat struggle’

‘Nice to see my tax money being used to feed the ‘hungry’.’
COMMENT | Would you vote for Mahathir's new party?

COMMENT | Would you vote for Mahathir's new party?

His new party fights against corruption and for the Malays, but this was also Bersatu's mission in 2017.

COMMENT | Coping with the Covid crush

COMMENT | Coping with the Covid crush

This pandemic has disrupted human activities, but the economic pause has led to a cleaner environment.

Bukit Aman probes Sg Buloh cops and 9 news you may have missed

Bukit Aman probes Sg Buloh cops and 9 news you may have missed

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

Use proper channels to report criminal activities - Hamzah

Use proper channels to report criminal activities - Hamzah

While grateful for the burger seller's exposure on the gambling dens, the home minister says disseminating information on social media could pose a threat.

Bukit Aman confirms receiving info on police role in gambling protection racket

Bukit Aman confirms receiving info on police role in gambling protection racket

We are now checking on the information about a handful of officers and policemen protecting the illegal gambling dens, says its Integrity chief.

Klang division still exists, says Bersatu after ‘dissolution’ announcement

Klang division still exists, says Bersatu after ‘dissolution’ announcement

Only we can instruct the dissolution of a division, says supreme council member Muhammad Faiz Na'aman.