Archive - 1 October 2020

Kedah MB confirms exco has Covid-19

Kedah MB confirms exco has Covid-19

The politician is presently warded at Hospital Sultanah Bahiyah in Alor Setar.

Sarawak to impose restrictions on travellers from Sabah, Labuan

Sarawak to impose restrictions on travellers from Sabah, Labuan

Those allowed to enter the state must apply through the online EnterSarawak application.

S'gor urged to preserve Kuala Langat North Forest Reserve

S'gor urged to preserve Kuala Langat North Forest Reserve

Minister says this forest serves as conservation area for flora and fauna, as well as water catchment area.

Civil servants always monitored to prevent leakage - Cuepacs

Civil servants always monitored to prevent leakage - Cuepacs

Cuepacs president responds to MACC which said leakages in government procurements getting critical.

Umno postpones meetings to avoid Covid-19 risk

Umno postpones meetings to avoid Covid-19 risk

'We don't want Umno to be blamed' - Ahmad Maslan.

Google to pay publishers US$1b over three years for their news

Google to pay publishers US$1b over three years for their news

'This will pay publishers to create and curate high-quality content' - Sundar Pichai.

We have non-Muslim Sabah members, says PAS after compatibility concerns

We have non-Muslim Sabah members, says PAS after compatibility concerns

BN, Bersatu leaders proposing PAS be given posts in Sabah govt as reward for not contesting in state election.

DG: This is probably the start of a new wave

DG: This is probably the start of a new wave

COVID-19 | Onus is still on Malaysians to flatten the rate of infection, says the Health DG.

Six months of MCO - Orang Asli children skip school due to facemask cost

Six months of MCO - Orang Asli children skip school due to facemask cost

Even before nationwide lockdown implemented, many children struggled for access – but giving up is not an option.

DG defends quarantine exemption, onus on traveller to report symptoms

DG defends quarantine exemption, onus on traveller to report symptoms

Exemption has to be given fairly because not everyone from Sabah is from a red zone.

ADUN SPEAKS | A Gramscian reflection on the Sabah polls

ADUN SPEAKS | A Gramscian reflection on the Sabah polls

ADUN SPEAKS | Is there any room for Gramsci’s optimism of will in Malaysia’s struggle for democratisation?

Another 4 clusters, new Covid-19 cases reach second-highest level ever

Another 4 clusters, new Covid-19 cases reach second-highest level ever

UPDATED 9.20PM | COVID-19 | The new clusters are in Selangor, Sabah, Putrajaya and Kedah, two of which are linked to travellers returning from Sabah.

Action will be taken against HTM followers if they cross the line - police

Action will be taken against HTM followers if they cross the line - police

Followers of the religious group being monitored, no arrests yet but action can be taken under Sosma, says Ayob Khan

PM urges NEP beneficiaries to pay it forward

PM urges NEP beneficiaries to pay it forward

This will ensure a bumiputera ecosystem that is compassionate

Corruption in govt procurement critical – MACC chief

Corruption in govt procurement critical – MACC chief

Azam says 50 percent of the MACC’s investigations involved such cases.
Leakage of govt procurement: Chief sec to the govt to discuss with MACC

Leakage of govt procurement: Chief sec to the govt to discuss with MACC

Mohd Zuki fears such leakages will slow down economic recovery if not swiftly addressed.

Proposals for Putrajaya monorail project to be called soon

Proposals for Putrajaya monorail project to be called soon

There are two lines in the original plan, a 12 kilometre (km) line with 17 stations and a six km line with six stations.

LETTER | The syariah court’s criminal jurisdiction

LETTER | The syariah court’s criminal jurisdiction

The recognition of the syariah courts is largely due to Article 121(1A) of the Federal Constitution.
Perlis MB tests negative for Covid-19

Perlis MB tests negative for Covid-19

COVID-19 | He will remain in home quarantine until Oct 8.

600 Penang kids get tested after teacher's politician spouse infected with Covid-19

600 Penang kids get tested after teacher's politician spouse infected with Covid-19

UPDATED 11.55PM | COVID-19 | Meanwhile, Malacca state govt office shuts after elected rep tests positive.

Inter-district travel ban in Sabah from Oct 3 midnight

Inter-district travel ban in Sabah from Oct 3 midnight

UPDATED 4.51PM | COVID-19 | However, those in essential services will be allowed to travel.

Sabah forms new Covid-19 committee but still no state health minister

Sabah forms new Covid-19 committee but still no state health minister

After its first cabinet meeting, RM50 million in emergency funds approved of which RM10 million is for food baskets.

After deputy's prodding, Zahid promises pow-wow

After deputy's prodding, Zahid promises pow-wow

Mohamad Hasan earlier claimed that Umno members unhappy with outcome in Sabah after state polls.

Bersatu veep urges ceasefire as ties with Umno threaten to fall apart

Bersatu veep urges ceasefire as ties with Umno threaten to fall apart

Mohd Rafiq says there must also be immediate efforts to strengthen cooperation between PN and BN.

Court denies stay application in 1MDB-linked forfeiture suit against Jakel Trading

Court denies stay application in 1MDB-linked forfeiture suit against Jakel Trading

This is in relation to RM628,314 that Jakel allegedly received from Najib's bank account between 2011 and 2013.

'Elite' kindies: Wan Azizah urges Putrajaya to cancel plan

'Elite' kindies: Wan Azizah urges Putrajaya to cancel plan

The plan will only widen the gap between rich and poor, says the former deputy prime minister.

1st in SEA – Insured and Traceable Livestock

1st in SEA – Insured and Traceable Livestock

A discussion to boost livestock productivity to support national food security was initiated between Felda Investment Corporation (FIC), Grant Agri, Xperanti IoT and Archipelago Group - a move to spur a coordinated, national effort to protect Malaysia’s food supply and enhance agriculture resilience and sustainability.

Buying insurance in Indonesia is not easy: here's how Lifepal hopes to change that

Buying insurance in Indonesia is not easy: here's how Lifepal hopes to change that

Both the insurance and technology industries in Indonesia have lately generated great interest among national and foreign investors.

China glad of investment growth, M'sia export in H1 - ambassador

China glad of investment growth, M'sia export in H1 - ambassador

This proves complementariness, bright prospect of bilateral cooperation between Beijing and KL, says Bai Tian.

Mahadi Che Ngah appointed new KL mayor

Mahadi Che Ngah appointed new KL mayor

He starts as the 13th Kuala Lumpur mayor for a two-year tenure effective today.

Hajiji chairs first cabinet meeting

Hajiji chairs first cabinet meeting

CM's three deputies were also present.

‘Appointing PAS reps into Sabah state assembly detrimental to harmony’

‘Appointing PAS reps into Sabah state assembly detrimental to harmony’

Kapayan rep Lasimbang claims PAS not open to other beliefs.

Kalabakan Umno Women chief not ditching party

Kalabakan Umno Women chief not ditching party

Chaya Sulaiman denies viral message on social media claiming she would leave Umno/BN.

Dr M: I arranged for Anwar's pardon, but he didn't support me

Dr M: I arranged for Anwar's pardon, but he didn't support me

Mahathir also says he's unsure if Anwar will succeed in forming new government this time.

Zuraida under quarantine after event attendee found Covid-19 positive

Zuraida under quarantine after event attendee found Covid-19 positive

COVID-19 | Her aide says it involved a programme held in Langkawi, has nothing to do with minister's visit to Sabah.

A global ecosystem for a new normal education

A global ecosystem for a new normal education

Industry 4.0 has a big impact on the economy and community as studies show that emerging technologies can change 28 million jobs in ASEAN alone.
Umno deputy prods Zahid on party's future after being 'sidelined' in Sabah

Umno deputy prods Zahid on party's future after being 'sidelined' in Sabah

UPDATED 1.55PM | Sabah polls outcome shows Umno's alliances not benefitting the party, says Mohamad Hasan.

Altering historical facts is a crime of knowledge - Sultan Nazrin

Altering historical facts is a crime of knowledge - Sultan Nazrin

Perak ruler says doing so denies the right of future generations to obtain real facts.

LETTER | 'You will know that your society is doomed'

LETTER | 'You will know that your society is doomed'

LETTER | It is our selfish, dishonest and immoral leaders who are to be blamed for the mess in our country.

Lawyer succeeds in removing name as defendant in Felda's RM2b suit

Lawyer succeeds in removing name as defendant in Felda's RM2b suit

Following the ruling, only 20 defendants now remain including former Felda chairpersons Isa Samad and Shahrir Samad.
Najib's SRC appeal to begin on Feb 15 next year

Najib's SRC appeal to begin on Feb 15 next year

Court sets 12 days for ex-PM's appeal hearing against his conviction and sentence in SRC case.

Forfeiture suit hearing against PetroSaudi postponed to Nov 10

Forfeiture suit hearing against PetroSaudi postponed to Nov 10

This is due to 'new development where parties need to review their respective position and take instruction'.

After Sabah win, Annuar suggests PAS rep's appointment into state assembly

After Sabah win, Annuar suggests PAS rep's appointment into state assembly

The BN sec-gen also says two spots should be given to Umno.

Debate planners vow less chaos at next Trump-Biden face-off

Debate planners vow less chaos at next Trump-Biden face-off

There is immediate speculation that changes could include a mute button to limit interruptions.
FGV denies US claims of using forced labour

FGV denies US claims of using forced labour

UPDATED 9.14PM | It says 'concrete steps' have been taken to address human rights and labour issues.

Protesters clash with police in India after late night cremation of gang rape victim

Protesters clash with police in India after late night cremation of gang rape victim

The gang rape victim was cremated at a ceremony her family said took place without their permission.
MACC celebrates 53rd anniversary but rues public confidence still lacking

MACC celebrates 53rd anniversary but rues public confidence still lacking

Perpetrators are also using increasingly ingenious tactics to counter the graft busters, says chief Azam Baki.

Apandi seeking claims over damages, losses for his termination as AG

Apandi seeking claims over damages, losses for his termination as AG

UPDATED 10.20AM | Ex-judge says he was unlawfully terminated in 2018 by then Pakatan Harapan administration.

YOURSAY | Kudos to Shafie but Sabah needs a ‘warrior’

YOURSAY | Kudos to Shafie but Sabah needs a ‘warrior’

‘A leader must also be able to make a difference, just like the late Adenan Satem in S’wak.’
YOURSAY | Priority should go to fixing potholes, not renaming roads

YOURSAY | Priority should go to fixing potholes, not renaming roads

‘Instead of renaming roads, there are many KL roads that need repairs.’
Covid-19 surges from Sabah to rest of M'sia and other news you may have missed

Covid-19 surges from Sabah to rest of M'sia and other news you may have missed

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

DAP grassroots urge party not to take action against Ronnie Liu

DAP grassroots urge party not to take action against Ronnie Liu

They fear Liu could be forced to sit out of party elections if the DAP disciplinary committee suspends his membership over a comment posted on Facebook.

Stranded on campus, matriculation student questions the 'double standard'

Stranded on campus, matriculation student questions the 'double standard'

COVID-19 | Matriculation colleges do not allow students to go home as a Covid-19 preventive measure but there's no such rule at polytechnics and universities.