Archive - 10 September 2020

Perak PAS commissioner's post shows I do not respect Islam - Guan Eng

Perak PAS commissioner's post shows I do not respect Islam - Guan Eng

In his statement of claim, Lim says the words used in Razman's post were from an unauthentic source.

'PAS not invited to PN-BN candidate announcement'

'PAS not invited to PN-BN candidate announcement'

SABAH POLLS | Sabah PAS chief says the party will accept any decision with an open heart.

PN and allies likely to face off in 11 seats

PN and allies likely to face off in 11 seats

SABAH POLLS | Among the seats are Bengkoka, Telupid, Matunggong, Kadamaian, Tandek, Tulid, Sook and Kapayan.

Zahidi apologises for confusion caused over Veveonah issue

Zahidi apologises for confusion caused over Veveonah issue

'Maybe my opinion has been misinterpreted,' says the deputy minister.
Sabah polls: PBS joins the fray in 15 seats, to clash almost half with BN

Sabah polls: PBS joins the fray in 15 seats, to clash almost half with BN

SABAH POLLS | The latest announcement means BN, PN and PBS are clashing in at least nine seats.

Flash floods strike Kuala Lumpur again

Flash floods strike Kuala Lumpur again

UPDATED 11.47PM | Federal Territories Minister Annuar Musa urges relevant agencies to take action and report back to him.

Kedah sultan urges people to remain calm over second wave of Covid-19

Kedah sultan urges people to remain calm over second wave of Covid-19

He reminds Kedahans to be careful and obey the government’s instructions.
Public advised not to gather at Butterworth Sessions Court tomorrow

Public advised not to gather at Butterworth Sessions Court tomorrow

Lim Guan Eng is expected to face two new charges involving dishonest misappropriation of property.

Sabah PKR agrees to contest half of expected seats

Sabah PKR agrees to contest half of expected seats

SABAH POLLS | 'We hold fast to the trust and cooperation that already exist within all the component parties of this alliance,' says Christina Liew.

Absent from BN and PN list, Musa's fate a mystery

Absent from BN and PN list, Musa's fate a mystery

SABAH POLLS | Musa now appears to be struggling to find a party that is willing to take him in.

MOH fears Covid-19 spike as infectivity remains at 'critical' level

MOH fears Covid-19 spike as infectivity remains at 'critical' level

COVID-19 | Meanwhile, Noor Hisham says Malaysia has yet to witness the disease's long-term effects on survivors as seen in other countries.

Pollution in Sg Ichat resolved, water safe for consumption

Pollution in Sg Ichat resolved, water safe for consumption

It was previously polluted following encroachment and illegal land clearing activities.

Federal Court to hear Sabah rep’s bid for interim stay of Sabah polls

Federal Court to hear Sabah rep’s bid for interim stay of Sabah polls

Tamparuli assemblyperson Jahid @ Noordin Jahim recently filed the Notice of Motion.
Sabah Star accepts less seats, continues to stay with PN

Sabah Star accepts less seats, continues to stay with PN

SABAH POLLS | 'We are not happy, but we have to accept that we are in a team,' says Jeffrey Kitingan.

Low-key visit of China’s defence minister on MOH advice - Ismail Sabri

Low-key visit of China’s defence minister on MOH advice - Ismail Sabri

The visit only involved China’s delegation and his ministry according to a tight SOP.
Bank Negara holds rates on economic rebound, flags uneven recovery

Bank Negara holds rates on economic rebound, flags uneven recovery

The central bank says economic activity, supported by fiscal and monetary stimulus, had improved since a trough in April.
New inmates should be isolated for 14 days – Health Ministry

New inmates should be isolated for 14 days – Health Ministry

COVID-19 | This follows the spike in positive cases among prisoners and prison wardens in Lahad Datu and Tawau.
SRC case the worst abuse of position by highest-ranking person - trial judge

SRC case the worst abuse of position by highest-ranking person - trial judge

Mohd Nazlan says this in his 801-page grounds of judgment, which formed part of the appeal record sent to the Court of Appeal.

Any soldier involved in private’s death will be sacked – deputy minister

Any soldier involved in private’s death will be sacked – deputy minister

ATM will never compromise on any negligence or violation of law by its personnel, says Ikmal Hisham.
PBRS to contest in five seats

PBRS to contest in five seats

SABAH POLLS | Its president Joseph Kurup says the seats are Matunggong, Tandek, Kadamaian, Tulid and Sook.

Five Warisan incumbents dropped to make way for fresh candidates

Five Warisan incumbents dropped to make way for fresh candidates

SABAH POLLS | This includes Moyog rep Jenifer Lasimbang who was dropped for deputy president Darell Leiking.

Shots fired - Sabah PKR Youth cries betrayal, warns of protest votes

Shots fired - Sabah PKR Youth cries betrayal, warns of protest votes

State youth info chief questions the spirit of consensus and unity after PKR seats halved.
Court allows ex-1MDB CEO witness statement in trial

Court allows ex-1MDB CEO witness statement in trial

UPDATED 6.30PM | 1MDB TRIAL | Former 1MDB CEO Mohd Hazem Abdul Rahman will be taking the stand on Monday.

Benteng LD cluster continues to fuel Covid-19 spread

Benteng LD cluster continues to fuel Covid-19 spread

UPDATED 6.55PM | COVID-19 | Forty of the 45 new cases reported today are from the cluster.

PN unveils its candidates, friendly fire with BN in at least three seats

PN unveils its candidates, friendly fire with BN in at least three seats

SABAH POLLS | There may be more overlaps as not all component parties under PN govt have announced their candidates.
KJ meets Veveonah and family, apologises on govt behalf

KJ meets Veveonah and family, apologises on govt behalf

He said he was at UMS to meet Veveonah and to see research at UMS using grants from his ministry.

Police have not summoned army members over private's death

Police have not summoned army members over private's death

Army chief says it is willing to cooperate in probe and hand over any personnel suspected of involvement in the case.

Zahidi told to attend Dewan Negara sitting to clarify Veveonah issue

Zahidi told to attend Dewan Negara sitting to clarify Veveonah issue

Dewan Negara Speaker Rais Yatim made the decision after Senator Alan Ling Sie Kiong submitted an urgent motion.
945 youths bankrupt from January to July

945 youths bankrupt from January to July

Malaysian Insolvency Department implemented programmes to create awareness of bankruptcy issue.

Administrative enhanced MCO in Kota Setar, Kedah effective tomorrow - minister

Administrative enhanced MCO in Kota Setar, Kedah effective tomorrow - minister

COVID-19 | Ismail Sabri says the order will affect 366,787 residents.

Bung, Hajiji try to show united front after joint-announcement falls apart

Bung, Hajiji try to show united front after joint-announcement falls apart

SABAH POLLS | Sabah Umno chief and his Bersatu counterpart attempt to salvage event by delivering speeches.

Dr M brands his ex-aide 'biggest liar in Malaysian politics'

Dr M brands his ex-aide 'biggest liar in Malaysian politics'

INTERVIEW | Ex-premier accuses Zahid Md Arip of engineering a political coup to save himself.

Federal Court to rehear legality of NSC Act brought by Anwar

Federal Court to rehear legality of NSC Act brought by Anwar

The apex court allows the PKR chief's review application to set aside its majority verdict on Feb 11.
Johor likely to see 'V-shaped' recovery post-pandemic, says MB

Johor likely to see 'V-shaped' recovery post-pandemic, says MB

He says Johor will remain resilient although the state's economic growth will experience a contraction.

Sg Gong pollution: Remand of four factory managers extended

Sg Gong pollution: Remand of four factory managers extended

Magistrate orders another five days to their remand.

Japan's Suga is voter favourite as opposition picks new leader

Japan's Suga is voter favourite as opposition picks new leader

Suga served as chief cabinet secretary under ex-PM Abe and has said he would pursue his boss’s key policies.

Pahang govt plans open tender for RM18m water project in Raub

Pahang govt plans open tender for RM18m water project in Raub

Project involves work to overcome water woes in the district.

Ministry to beef up housing development laws - Zuraida

Ministry to beef up housing development laws - Zuraida

The minister says this is due to safety issues raised over the poor conditions and quality of houses built by developers.

Guan Eng: Zahidi should resign over Veveonah and e-commerce errors

Guan Eng: Zahidi should resign over Veveonah and e-commerce errors

Lim calls him out, saying contrary to Zahidi's own campaigns, the deputy minister has become source of fake news.

LETTER | Water woes: Vigorous enforcement of law urgently required

LETTER | Water woes: Vigorous enforcement of law urgently required

The relevant government agencies must discharge their duties without fear or favour.
I told Anwar winning polls more important than party’s dignity - Shafie

I told Anwar winning polls more important than party’s dignity - Shafie

SABAH POLLS | 'This is not the season for us to give seats, this is the season for us to win the election.'

Unrest at Warisan Plus candidates reveal, PKR gets half what it expected

Unrest at Warisan Plus candidates reveal, PKR gets half what it expected

SABAH POLLS | Sabah PKR was only allocated seven seats to contest in.

LETTER | Publish ECRL project feasibility study before renegotiating further

LETTER | Publish ECRL project feasibility study before renegotiating further

This is the perfect opportunity for govt to demonstrate greater transparency than the previous two administrations.

Three immigration officers remanded over bribery

Three immigration officers remanded over bribery

They are suspected of receiving bribes to expedite the process of issuing passes to foreigners.
Biden campaign firm targeted by suspected Russian state hackers

Biden campaign firm targeted by suspected Russian state hackers

The attempts to infiltrate SKDK were recently flagged to the campaign firm by Microsoft.

Penang cancels Malaysia Day celebrations due to Covid-19

Penang cancels Malaysia Day celebrations due to Covid-19

COVID-19 | The state govt also discourages mass gatherings being organised in conjunction with the celebration.

JA Assure to offer Doctor Shield to APHM member hospitals

JA Assure to offer Doctor Shield to APHM member hospitals

The Association of Private Hospitals of Malaysia announced its collaboration with JA Assure to offer Doctor Shield, an online professional indemnity insurance platform to all medical professionals in 147 APHM member hospitals beginning 1 September 2020.

Bung Moktar: Musa didn't ask to contest in Sabah polls under BN

Bung Moktar: Musa didn't ask to contest in Sabah polls under BN

SABAH POLLS | BN also did not take the initiative to offer ex-CM a seat, says Bung.

COMMENT | Stop giving discounts to offenders

COMMENT | Stop giving discounts to offenders

Every year, discounts are given for traffic and parking summonses.

Bersatu aborts candidates unveiling at BN-PN event, to announce separately

Bersatu aborts candidates unveiling at BN-PN event, to announce separately

SABAH POLLS | The BN-PN candidates unveiling event is instead converted to a get-together reception.

Thailand proposes financing facility for ASEAN SMEs

Thailand proposes financing facility for ASEAN SMEs

For post-Covid-19 recovery and revival of SMEs in the region.
Citing new book, Biden accuses Trump of betraying Americans on coronavirus

Citing new book, Biden accuses Trump of betraying Americans on coronavirus

Newly released recordings of interviews revealed Trump aware of the deadliness of coronavirus.

Mexican journalist who wrote about crime found beheaded

Mexican journalist who wrote about crime found beheaded

In 2019, about half of all murders of journalists worldwide occurred in Mexico.

LETTER | Reduce adolescent pregnancy, uphold sexual and reproductive health

LETTER | Reduce adolescent pregnancy, uphold sexual and reproductive health

LETTER | Safe and meaningful access to sexual and reproductive health education and services remain inadequate.

COMMENT | Our wish list for Sabah

COMMENT | Our wish list for Sabah

Feedback, ideas on what matters to Sabahans today from across the spectrum.

Ex-Goldman Sachs banker seeks review of 1MDB-linked US$6.5b bonds case

Ex-Goldman Sachs banker seeks review of 1MDB-linked US$6.5b bonds case

A letter of representation has been sent to the AGC, says Roger Ng's lawyer.

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#PulangMengundiSabah: Crowdfunding to help young Sabahans travel home to vote

#PulangMengundiSabah: Crowdfunding to help young Sabahans travel home to vote

SABAH POLLS | Campaign is aimed at registered voters between 21 and 35 who earn less than RM3,000 a month.

Johor PN doesn't move to remove Harapan speaker

Johor PN doesn't move to remove Harapan speaker

Amanah's Suhaizan Kaiat remains for now amid uncertainty over Osman Sapian's loyalty.

LETTER | A plea to Sabah voters

LETTER | A plea to Sabah voters

Sabah has suffered enough and only the rakyat can put things right.
'Illegal thoughts': How some exiled critics of Thai king are fuelling a revolt

'Illegal thoughts': How some exiled critics of Thai king are fuelling a revolt

Criticism of the king by two Thais living abroad have helped loosen the taboo on questioning the monarchy.

Last chance for illegal factories in Selangor to be legalised

Last chance for illegal factories in Selangor to be legalised

Selangor MB Amirudin Shari says the state will start demolishing illegal factories next year.

YOURSAY | Bullying Veveonah: YB, is your ego so precious and frail?

YOURSAY | Bullying Veveonah: YB, is your ego so precious and frail?

‘Even if it was true, the deputy ministers should not openly accuse an 18-year-old student a liar.’
Global coronavirus deaths hit 900,000 as cases surge in India

Global coronavirus deaths hit 900,000 as cases surge in India

COVID-19 | The US remains the world’s worst-affected country, with deaths exceeding 190,000.

Rizal testifies at Rosmah trial and 9 news you may have missed

Rizal testifies at Rosmah trial and 9 news you may have missed

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

YOURSAY | Star a pawn on Umno-Bersatu’s chessboard

YOURSAY | Star a pawn on Umno-Bersatu’s chessboard

‘This calls for strategic thinking. There must be a method if there’s going to be madness.’
Trump said he knew virus was deadly but still played down crisis: Watergate journalist

Trump said he knew virus was deadly but still played down crisis: Watergate journalist

'I wanted to always play it down,' Trump told author Bob Woodward on March 19, days after he declared a national emergency.

COMMENT | PKFZ: Time has not come for celebrations

COMMENT | PKFZ: Time has not come for celebrations

Getting RM42 million in returns for an investment of RM12 billion is nothing to rejoice about!

LETTER | Decriminalise suicide and destigmatise mental health

LETTER | Decriminalise suicide and destigmatise mental health

Mental health is everyone’s issue, and we must not penalise people struggling with mental health issues.
COMMENT | How long will Umno tolerate Azmin?

COMMENT | How long will Umno tolerate Azmin?

Umno is spooked because Azmin seems to slay established politicians who stamp their imprimatur on him.