Archive - 25 September 2020

Call for more youths to represent Sabah

Call for more youths to represent Sabah

SABAH POLLS | An online Bernama survey shows the majority want more youths to lead the state.

Four more Umno MPs deny supporting Anwar

Four more Umno MPs deny supporting Anwar

They are Hasbullah Osman, Tengku Adnan Mansor, Ahmad Nazlan Idris and Hasan Arifin.

Civil servants in red zones should self-quarantine after voting

Civil servants in red zones should self-quarantine after voting

SABAH POLLS | All govt depts in Tawau, Lahad Datu, Semporna and Kunak told to issue the directive to staff.

942 industrial premises found to pollute environment this year

942 industrial premises found to pollute environment this year

Environment and water minister says 0.2 percent of these premises are repeat offenders.

Mahathir won't contest in next GE – report

Mahathir won't contest in next GE – report

However, this does not mean ex-PM will retire from politics, as he will still fight corruption with Pejuang.

Warisan Plus addresses KDM fears in grand finale ceramah

Warisan Plus addresses KDM fears in grand finale ceramah

Richard Malanjum and Lim Guan Eng urge voters to back Warisan Plus as Shafie is an 'original Sabahan'.

Guan Eng: DAP will never work with Umno under Zahid, Najib

Guan Eng: DAP will never work with Umno under Zahid, Najib

DAP sec-gen emphasises his party's stance but does not mention Anwar’s plan for a new federal govt.

North Korean leader offers rare apology for killing of South Korean

North Korean leader offers rare apology for killing of South Korean

Kim's conciliatory message came as Moon faced intense political fallout over the incident.

RON95, RON97 prices up 5 sen, diesel increases 4 sen

RON95, RON97 prices up 5 sen, diesel increases 4 sen

New price per litre for RON95 is RM1.68, RON97 is RM1.98 and diesel is RM1.71.

Terengganu MB ordered to undergo quarantine

Terengganu MB ordered to undergo quarantine

COVID-19 | Samsuri has been identified as a close contact of two Covid-19 patients, says his political secretary.

10 Covid-19 cases linked to Sabah travel this week

10 Covid-19 cases linked to Sabah travel this week

COVID-19 | Health DG reiterates call for those who have travelled to red zones to get tested.

Think tank: Clashes, Umno-Bersatu discord give Warisan Plus edge in Sabah

Think tank: Clashes, Umno-Bersatu discord give Warisan Plus edge in Sabah

SABAH POLLS | Ilham Centre says Warisan’s 'Sabah for Sabahans' message struck a chord while PN's 'Abah for Sabah' flopped.

111 new Covid-19 cases detected as Bangau-Bangau cluster balloons

111 new Covid-19 cases detected as Bangau-Bangau cluster balloons

UPDATED 7.50PM | COVID-19 | Three-quarters of all tests in that cluster have come back positive.

Legendary Indian singer SP Balasubrahmanyam dies

Legendary Indian singer SP Balasubrahmanyam dies

The 74-year-old tested positive for Covid-19 in early August, was deemed critical on Sept 23.

Anwar's second crack at a majority could make or break his political career

Anwar's second crack at a majority could make or break his political career

This is Anwar's second try at ousting a sitting govt. This time, he says it is to restore people's mandate.

Hamzah explains 'vote to get rid of immigrants' remark

Hamzah explains 'vote to get rid of immigrants' remark

SABAH POLLS | Home minister says no matter what, he will still take action against undocumented migrants.

Highly infectious Covid-19 strain detected in two more clusters

Highly infectious Covid-19 strain detected in two more clusters

COVID-19 | A total of five clusters now have the D614G virus mutation.

Sabah declares public holiday for polling tomorrow

Sabah declares public holiday for polling tomorrow

SABAH POLLS | Caretaker chief minister Shafie Apdal makes the announcement.

Yayasan MRCB donates 3,000 books to schools to support ‘Negara Membaca 2030’ vision

Yayasan MRCB donates 3,000 books to schools to support ‘Negara Membaca 2030’ vision

Yayasan MRCB donated 3,000 books worth RM50,000 to 12 selected schools located in the Klang Valley and Penang.

Azwanddin turns up in court, arrest warrant cancelled

Azwanddin turns up in court, arrest warrant cancelled

The warrant was issued in relation to legal action filed by Seputih MP Teresa Kok.

Govt terminated KVDT2 project contract yesterday, court told

Govt terminated KVDT2 project contract yesterday, court told

This amidst ongoing court proceedings between it and the contractor seeking to stop the termination.

Prospect of more 'frogs' a concern for Balung, Sebatik folks

Prospect of more 'frogs' a concern for Balung, Sebatik folks

SABAH POLLS | Balung voters reluctant to cast ballots, while Sebatik residents call for better infrastructure.

Star hopes indie candidates clashing with PBS will win

Star hopes indie candidates clashing with PBS will win

SABAH POLLS | Party president Jeffrey Kitingan says accepting their memberships is the right thing to do.

Zahid: God-willing, next Sabah CM will be from BN

Zahid: God-willing, next Sabah CM will be from BN

SABAH POLLS | After his nomination day dispute with Bersatu over this, the BN president again brings up the issue.

COMMENT | White-collar crime, no punishment

COMMENT | White-collar crime, no punishment

COMMENT | We should be deeply troubled by law enforcement complicity in highly lucrative crimes.

Agong won't be granting anyone an audience for a week

Agong won't be granting anyone an audience for a week

His Majesty has been advised by his doctors to remain at the hospital for seven days for observation.
Musa finally returns to Sungai Manila, urges voters to reject Shafie

Musa finally returns to Sungai Manila, urges voters to reject Shafie

Musa claims Shafie had attempted to cover-up Warisan's alleged weaknesses by blaming him.
Most consumers dissatisfied with internet speed pledged by telcos

Most consumers dissatisfied with internet speed pledged by telcos

This is shown in a survey of 209 respondents conducted by the Communications and Multimedia Consumer Forum.

Maybe 'one or two' MPs pressuring Zahid, speculates Hamzah

Maybe 'one or two' MPs pressuring Zahid, speculates Hamzah

This over the Umno president's claim that many of its MPs were supporting Anwar Ibrahim's bid to become PM.

Shafie: Sabah’s our land, but we have to beg to share its wealth

Shafie: Sabah’s our land, but we have to beg to share its wealth

SABAH POLLS | Warisan president says its wealth is being channelled to KL and very little is finding its way back to the people.

PAS can explain why it joined PN next week - Umno Youth chief

PAS can explain why it joined PN next week - Umno Youth chief

We each need explanations, including on PAS entry as a PN component party, he points out.

Bersatu won't seek clarification from Zahid

Bersatu won't seek clarification from Zahid

'Perikatan Nasional coalition partners are all intact. They are with us,' says Bersatu sec-gen.
COMMENT | Things are falling apart in our country

COMMENT | Things are falling apart in our country

PAS' shot at Umno is the latest in a decade-long trend of unending political fragmentation and infighting.

EC chief tells voter to report BN candidate over bribe allegation

EC chief tells voter to report BN candidate over bribe allegation

SABAH POLLS | Abdul Ghani Salleh says the MACC has five centres for this purpose.

COMMENT | No more backdoor governments, just call for GE15

COMMENT | No more backdoor governments, just call for GE15

'As much as I do not want Perikatan Nasional as a government, I also do not want other people deciding for me what government I should have.'

Frontliners spreading love & care services as duty commitment for temporary Covid-19 cure

Frontliners spreading love & care services as duty commitment for temporary Covid-19 cure

Till to-date, the Malaysian’s exceptional capability, or rather, one of the best in containing the virus spike cases in contrast to majority of the worldwide countries, Malaysians have been recognized and applauded by not only the locals but also the international citizens as well.

PAS wants Umno to explain MPs' ‘involvement’ in Anwar Move

PAS wants Umno to explain MPs' ‘involvement’ in Anwar Move

If it's true, it means Umno disobeyed agreement as stated in the Muafakat Nasional charter, says PAS sec-gen.

Muhyiddin: AG affirms I'm still PM, palace hasn't summoned me

Muhyiddin: AG affirms I'm still PM, palace hasn't summoned me

'If Agong dissolves Parliament, then Anwar will just be a PM-in-waiting,' says Muhyiddin.
EC chief assures phantom voters won't haunt Sabah polls

EC chief assures phantom voters won't haunt Sabah polls

SABAH POLLS | The commission will be using voter registration data provided by the NRD, he reveals.

What are the possible scenarios following 'Anwar Move'?

What are the possible scenarios following 'Anwar Move'?

Even if Anwar's claim is true, this does not necessarily mean that he will become the 9th PM.

Primal Malaysia leads businesses through pandemic turmoil

Primal Malaysia leads businesses through pandemic turmoil

One of Malaysia’s leading digital marketing agencies, Primal, has taken 2020 in its stride. Despite the ups and downs of a turbulent year, the agency has managed to grow its portfolio and achieve amazing success for its clients.

As foreigners depart, Singapore sees population drop - first time since 2003

As foreigners depart, Singapore sees population drop - first time since 2003

COVID-19 | Travel curbs and job losses caused by the virus pandemic have pushed foreign workers away from the global business hub.

COMMENT | Why are bosses spared when workplace safety non-existent?

COMMENT | Why are bosses spared when workplace safety non-existent?

COMMENT | The lack of convictions gives the impression that the government is less concerned with this.

Najib gets 30-day extension to file RM42m SRC verdict appeal

Najib gets 30-day extension to file RM42m SRC verdict appeal

The defence needs time to peruse through voluminous documents related to the appeal.
Argentine lawmaker suspended after lewd act during a virtual session

Argentine lawmaker suspended after lewd act during a virtual session

He is caught on live camera, caressing a woman before appearing to partially pull down her top in Argentina’s Lower House of Congress.

Carbon monoxide poisoning survivor regains consciousness

Carbon monoxide poisoning survivor regains consciousness

Nor Aqilah recognised her family members who were present by nodding her head.
US coronavirus cases surpass 7mil as Midwest outbreak flares up

US coronavirus cases surpass 7mil as Midwest outbreak flares up

COVID-19 | This makes for more than 20 percent of the world’s total, with the death toll in the US exceeding 200,000.

PKR Youth man calls on Muhyiddin to follow Dr M's example and resign

PKR Youth man calls on Muhyiddin to follow Dr M's example and resign

He should step down as PM since he has lost majority support, claims Syed Badli.

COMMENT | On the 5th anniversary of the UN Sustainable Development Goals

COMMENT | On the 5th anniversary of the UN Sustainable Development Goals

We, the peoples of the world, have to reimage and redesign our world for the betterment of those in the present and in the future.

COMMENT | Meridien Move: Is Anwar or Muhyiddin toast?

COMMENT | Meridien Move: Is Anwar or Muhyiddin toast?

Has Anwar forgotten how Abdullah Badawi scuppered his 2008 attempt?
COMMENT | Finally, will Anwar be the next PM?

COMMENT | Finally, will Anwar be the next PM?

Who else besides Anwar is more deserving and qualified to lead?
LETTER | End culture of violence, discrimination against domestic workers

LETTER | End culture of violence, discrimination against domestic workers

The authorities need to ensure that workers are able to report abuses and seek help.
PN renews call for allies to resolve clashes over seats

PN renews call for allies to resolve clashes over seats

SABAH POLLS | Our focus is on taking over the state govt, says PN sec-gen Hamzah Zainudin.

YOURSAY | Muhyiddin gets a dose of own medicine

YOURSAY | Muhyiddin gets a dose of own medicine

‘Like it is said, if you live by the sword, you die by the sword.’
Govt finding ways to reduce prices of goods in Sabah, Sarawak - PM

Govt finding ways to reduce prices of goods in Sabah, Sarawak - PM

The prices of most goods, especially food, are sold at higher prices than in the peninsula.
YOURSAY | Anwar Move - expect more turbulence in nation’s politics

YOURSAY | Anwar Move - expect more turbulence in nation’s politics

Umno has very cleverly played two hands in this game.’
Cuepacs wants govt to reappoint 55,000 dismissed contract workers

Cuepacs wants govt to reappoint 55,000 dismissed contract workers

These workers were terminated when the government changed two years ago, the congress of public sector trade unions says.

Trump's niece Mary sues US president and family for fraud

Trump's niece Mary sues US president and family for fraud

'Fraud was not just the family business - it was a way of life,' according to the complaint.
Facebook suspends fake Russian accounts, warns of US election hack-and-leak threat

Facebook suspends fake Russian accounts, warns of US election hack-and-leak threat

Russia has repeatedly denied allegations of election meddling.
Umno MPs deny supporting Anwar as PM

Umno MPs deny supporting Anwar as PM

This comes after a list of Umno MPs allegedly supporting Anwar has circulated on social media.

Raub Musang King farmers moot four 'principles' to break deadlock

Raub Musang King farmers moot four 'principles' to break deadlock

Instead of fixed rates and high levies, they propose more ‘reasonable’ taxes and market-driven prices.
Big guns at ceramah grand finales and 9 news you may have missed

Big guns at ceramah grand finales and 9 news you may have missed

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

Sabah politicians sing and dance, billboards scream 'death to frogs'

Sabah politicians sing and dance, billboards scream 'death to frogs'

SABAH POLLS | Events in the state are replete with symbolic gestures for political parties on both sides of the divide.

Muhyiddin is confident of a landslide victory for GRS

Muhyiddin is confident of a landslide victory for GRS

SABAH POLLS | The support for GRS candidates on the campaign trail has been very obvious, says the PM.