Archive - 18 October 2020

LETTER | Release emergency funds for worsening Covid-19 situation in Sabah

LETTER | Release emergency funds for worsening Covid-19 situation in Sabah

If we were to rely on donations alone, it may take longer for funds to be channelled.
SMK Labuan teachers, students told to get tested for Covid-19

SMK Labuan teachers, students told to get tested for Covid-19

COVID-19 | This follows a positive case involving a student at the school.

Work permit required for non-S'wakians coming in for election campaign

Work permit required for non-S'wakians coming in for election campaign

Douglas Uggah Embas says this regulation had been in existence all the while and would be enforced at all times.

Enhanced MCO for Alor Setar prison extended to Nov 1

Enhanced MCO for Alor Setar prison extended to Nov 1

COVID-19 | Ismail Sabri says the extension was due to the continued detection of new Covid-19 cases at the prison.

Cops to probe alleged assault against Teluk Intan Amanah leaders

Cops to probe alleged assault against Teluk Intan Amanah leaders

The assault is believed to have caused one of the victims to faint from its impact.

Health DG says backlog cleared after Covid-19 patients made to wait

Health DG says backlog cleared after Covid-19 patients made to wait

COVID-19 | 'That’s the reason why we suddenly see the increase in cases because we have cleared the backlog.'

UPDATED 10.05PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Oct 18)

UPDATED 10.05PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Oct 18)

Verified locations that are reported to be affected, as of today.
MOH wants tighter conditional MCO as cases continue to rise

MOH wants tighter conditional MCO as cases continue to rise

COVID-19 | Health DG Noor Hisham says the ministry will suggest this in the next NSC meeting.

Covid-19 (Oct 18): Another record high with 871 new cases

Covid-19 (Oct 18): Another record high with 871 new cases

COVID-19 | However, the country also sees the highest number of recoveries to date with 701 patients discharged.

Malaysia on a trajectory for higher Covid-19 cases - Health DG

Malaysia on a trajectory for higher Covid-19 cases - Health DG

COVID-19 | Efforts must be redoubled and MCO tightened in order to break the chain of infection, says Noor Hisham.

Shopping malls motivate each other amid difficult times

Shopping malls motivate each other amid difficult times

COVID-19 | They start exchanging words of encouragement after a Facebook post by Sungei Wang Plaza.
COMMENT | Sabah's Covid crisis still serious

COMMENT | Sabah's Covid crisis still serious

There is a lack of full appreciation over the severity of Sabah's Covid-19 situation and the federal govt can still do much more.

Sabah Covid-19 patients wait days to be admitted after testing positive

Sabah Covid-19 patients wait days to be admitted after testing positive

COVID-19 | They are told to stay at home and call 999 if conditions worsen.

No 'hand brake' on Umno support for PN yet, says Tajuddin

No 'hand brake' on Umno support for PN yet, says Tajuddin

Meanwhile, Padang Rengas MP Nazri Aziz denies backing Anwar.
Sarawak ready to take on state election, says CM

Sarawak ready to take on state election, says CM

While brushing off DAP suggestion to put the election on hold, Abang Johari did not name a date.
Reasonable for Zahid to try and save himself from ongoing charges - Umno MP

Reasonable for Zahid to try and save himself from ongoing charges - Umno MP

The Pasir Salak MP says it is reasonable for anyone to try and avoid jail time.

MP SPEAKS | Big mouths and coalitions

MP SPEAKS | Big mouths and coalitions

'I say things which I believe needs to be said. Good and strong coalitions will survive my big mouth.'

LETTER | Constitution must be followed even in times of crises

LETTER | Constitution must be followed even in times of crises

The Malaysian Bar is perturbed with the political turmoil and constitutional gridlock in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Felda needs to rejuvenate settlers to relive its glorious past - chairperson

Felda needs to rejuvenate settlers to relive its glorious past - chairperson

Felda is embarking on an effort to create smart and integrated agriculture in order to increase the income of settlers.
Umno can determine govt's fate - Khaled Nordin

Umno can determine govt's fate - Khaled Nordin

Umno veep urges Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin to show a sincere relationship to gain Umno's trust.

Water supply to resume in stages from 2pm - Air Selangor

Water supply to resume in stages from 2pm - Air Selangor

The repair work on the burst pipe was completed at 8am today.
Division says 'Zahid as DPM' poster fake, cabinet reshuffle speculation grows

Division says 'Zahid as DPM' poster fake, cabinet reshuffle speculation grows

The reshuffle could see more Umno lawmakers within its ranks to placate the party.
Four forensic officers sent to Eastern Sabah - Health DG

Four forensic officers sent to Eastern Sabah - Health DG

COVID-19 | Sabah has recorded 38 Covid-19 fatalities in the last 10 days and more help is needed.

COMMENT | What happened to the Malaysian economic dream?

COMMENT | What happened to the Malaysian economic dream?

Four decades ago, we aspired to be a developed nation by 2020.

Teenager asked pupils to identify French teacher before beheading him

Teenager asked pupils to identify French teacher before beheading him

The teacher had shown his pupils cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad in a class on freedom of expression, angering some Muslim parents.

Sabah CM recovers from Covid-19

Sabah CM recovers from Covid-19

Hajiji and his wife have been discharged this morning.
Minister: No need for PM to bow to cabinet reshuffle demands

Minister: No need for PM to bow to cabinet reshuffle demands

Bersatu’s Redzuan brushes off demands for greater representation by 'certain parties'.

LETTER | Politicians are weakening Malaysia on all counts

LETTER | Politicians are weakening Malaysia on all counts

Never have we witnessed so much of power brokering, divisiveness and absence of concerted efforts these past nine months.
Don't give lame excuses for interstate travel - police

Don't give lame excuses for interstate travel - police

COVID-19 | Gombak police say 1,555 out of 1,587 applications for interstate travel approved since Oct 14.

Police bust prostitution, cheating syndicate, RM2.5 million seized

Police bust prostitution, cheating syndicate, RM2.5 million seized

Six Chinese nationals and two locals, aged between 22 and 48, had been detained to facilitate the investigation.
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ADUN SPEAKS | Don’t interfere, let Anwar demonstrate his support

ADUN SPEAKS | Don’t interfere, let Anwar demonstrate his support

Govt agencies such as the police should remain professional and disengaged from the political process.
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PKR Youth: Dr M can still choose either to be legend or untrustworthy person

PKR Youth: Dr M can still choose either to be legend or untrustworthy person

Syed Badli says ex-premier can still salvage his reputation by supporting Anwar.
Tens of thousands protest across Thailand in defiance of ban

Tens of thousands protest across Thailand in defiance of ban

Many say they had been stirred into action by the police’s use of water cannon to disperse thousands of protesters who included many children.
Sarawak introduces free swab tests for locals crossing Brunei borders

Sarawak introduces free swab tests for locals crossing Brunei borders

Move to benefit those living in the Limbang and Lawas districts.

China warns US it may detain Americans in retaliation for prosecutions

China warns US it may detain Americans in retaliation for prosecutions

This is in response to the Justice Department’s prosecution of Chinese military-affiliated scholars.
ADUN SPEAKS | PN must stop restricting right to information and freedom of press

ADUN SPEAKS | PN must stop restricting right to information and freedom of press

Dismantling the check and balance system in which the media plays a huge part should never appear on the government’s list.
NZ's Ardern to take time to decide on coalition after thumping election win

NZ's Ardern to take time to decide on coalition after thumping election win

Although Ardern does not need support, coalitions are a norm in New Zealand as parties look to build consensus.
LETTER | Political ping pong amidst a pandemic

LETTER | Political ping pong amidst a pandemic

The recent spike in the number of Covid-19 cases has done much to unmask the veneer of competence donned by some in leadership.

Man investigated for insulting institution of Malay rulers, government

Man investigated for insulting institution of Malay rulers, government

The suspect is also wanted for three other cases related to threat and instigation.
Global coronavirus cases rise by one-day record of 400,000

Global coronavirus cases rise by one-day record of 400,000

Europe has emerged as the new coronavirus epicentre in recent weeks.
LETTER | Parliament prorogation clause carefully thought out

LETTER | Parliament prorogation clause carefully thought out

LETTER | Contrary to the mistaken belief of Liew Chin Tong, it’s not a lifeline for a government in distress.

COMMENT | To forgive Mahathir’s ‘sins’ or not?

COMMENT | To forgive Mahathir’s ‘sins’ or not?

COMMENT | Should we, as a nation and people, forgive him?

INTERVIEW | The Novichok archipelago

INTERVIEW | The Novichok archipelago

INTERVIEW | 'I thought I was right when I assumed it was Putin’s order. The way he denies it all, he makes himself a laughing stock.'

YOURSAY | A diversion to Khairuddin’s Covid woes

YOURSAY | A diversion to Khairuddin’s Covid woes

‘By raising issues like gambling and alcohol, he can expect massive support from the faithful…’
Covid-19 claims 38 lives in Sabah in 10 days and other news you may have missed

Covid-19 claims 38 lives in Sabah in 10 days and other news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed, in brief.