Archive - 29 October 2020

Twitter deletes Dr M’s tweet after flagging it for 'glorifying violence'

Twitter deletes Dr M’s tweet after flagging it for 'glorifying violence'

UPDATED 1.00AM | Mahathir's comments on the killings in France draw condemnation.

MP SPEAKS | New Perkeso expatriate process will drive out foreign investments

MP SPEAKS | New Perkeso expatriate process will drive out foreign investments

MP SPEAKS | A Perkeso officer sitting in every interview for an expatriate is foolish.

Muslims have a right to be angry at France - Dr M

Muslims have a right to be angry at France - Dr M

Mahathir says the French killed millions in its past, many were Muslims.

Those at Penang CM event told to ‘limit movement’ over Covid-19 fears

Those at Penang CM event told to ‘limit movement’ over Covid-19 fears

Attendees at Chow's press conference yesterday advised to stay home if possible.

Kulim airport project still needs to comply with 'advice' - Penang CM

Kulim airport project still needs to comply with 'advice' - Penang CM

Chow says project was just tabled to National Physical Planning Council.

Man claims wrongly fined RM1,000 after ignoring plainclothes officer's 'hints'

Man claims wrongly fined RM1,000 after ignoring plainclothes officer's 'hints'

He is one of several claiming to be victims of vague SOPs, unfair enforcement.

Harapan urges PM to discuss Budget 2021 with opposition

Harapan urges PM to discuss Budget 2021 with opposition

Harapan presidential council wants budget to help frontliners and brings up loan moratorium extension.

Three dead as woman beheaded in knife attack at French church

Three dead as woman beheaded in knife attack at French church

The attacker has been shot and arrested by French authorities in the city of Nice.

Second low-risk quarantine and treatment centre opens in Labuan - Health DG

Second low-risk quarantine and treatment centre opens in Labuan - Health DG

Total number of beds in quarantine and treatment centres for low-risk cases in Labuan stands at 317.

Covid-19 (Oct 29): 649 new cases, no deaths for first time since Oct 7

Covid-19 (Oct 29): 649 new cases, no deaths for first time since Oct 7

UPDATED 7.55PM | COVID-19 | active cases dip for first time in nearly a month, number of ICU admissions increased.

COMMENT | What type of retiree are you?

COMMENT | What type of retiree are you?

Comfort, soul searching, regret - retirees face different emotions.

Kota Kinabalu MP calls on CM to include opposition in efforts to curb Covid-19

Kota Kinabalu MP calls on CM to include opposition in efforts to curb Covid-19

COVID-19 | Chan Foong Hin says state govt giving opposition cold shoulder whenever the latter offers to help.

LETTER | Arrest of Ronnie Liu is 'pelik' to say the least

LETTER | Arrest of Ronnie Liu is 'pelik' to say the least

Police should focus on more serious crimes such as Macau scams, which are becoming more rampant.

Dr M met Ku Li and others on 'unity government' proposal - source

Dr M met Ku Li and others on 'unity government' proposal - source

UPDATED 7.25PM | Mahathir also met religious affairs minister and Amanah president.

LETTER | Budget 2021: Democracy in a balance

LETTER | Budget 2021: Democracy in a balance

Budget vote will determine country's direction in dealing with three crises of health, politics and the economy.

LETTER | Malaysia – the epicentre of a most malicious 'bug'

LETTER | Malaysia – the epicentre of a most malicious 'bug'

Good news is that this bug only infects those who are egocentric, delusional and self-righteous. Bad news, they are our 'leaders'.

Sabah govt improving food basket aid programme

Sabah govt improving food basket aid programme

They are trying to establish distribution centres, especially in high-risk areas.
Pejuang calls on Hamzah, ROS for decision on party's registration

Pejuang calls on Hamzah, ROS for decision on party's registration

Party sec-gen Amiruddin Hamzah says no response received despite numerous written requests.

LETTER | Cardinal Fernandez leaves behind indelible mark of justice and peace

LETTER | Cardinal Fernandez leaves behind indelible mark of justice and peace

His inter-faith living lessons must march onward in bringing us all together more close with respect, acceptance.

FGV is prepared for Felda land lease deal termination

FGV is prepared for Felda land lease deal termination

But we are yet to receive a written notice from Felda on the termination of the agreement, FGV Holdings Bhd says.

Umno supreme council to discuss DPM candidate, terms to support PN tonight

Umno supreme council to discuss DPM candidate, terms to support PN tonight

Party sources say there are three possible candidates to be the country's next number two.
Jakim cautions Muslims against violent, extreme reactions to Prophet caricatures

Jakim cautions Muslims against violent, extreme reactions to Prophet caricatures

Such action could create disharmony among country’s multi-religious society, says Deputy DG Abdul Aziz Jusoh.

Putrajaya to convert motorcycle lanes for bicycle use

Putrajaya to convert motorcycle lanes for bicycle use

There are not many motorcyclists in Putrajaya, that's why the lanes will be converted, says FT Minister Annuar Musa.

COMMENT | May the Spirit of Maulidur Rasul engulf our hearts and souls

COMMENT | May the Spirit of Maulidur Rasul engulf our hearts and souls

Physician Dr Cecilia hopes MPs will ensure equitable budget for healthcare.

S'gor sultan calls on politicians to unite, support govt's efforts in Covid-19 fight

S'gor sultan calls on politicians to unite, support govt's efforts in Covid-19 fight

Politicians should also unite, strive to find best solution to ensure people continue to live in peace and harmony, says the sultan.

Literary icon Salleh Ben Joned passes away, but his legacy lives on

Literary icon Salleh Ben Joned passes away, but his legacy lives on

Friends, former students and Malaysians pay tribute to both the person and his poetry.

PM in his Maulidur Rasul message calls on Muslims to pray for the country

PM in his Maulidur Rasul message calls on Muslims to pray for the country

This is needed, he says, as the country faces challenges from Covid-19, as well in reviving the economy and strengthening unity among the people.

COMMENT | Simulation predicts 15,000 active Covid-19 cases in M'sia by Nov 8

COMMENT | Simulation predicts 15,000 active Covid-19 cases in M'sia by Nov 8

USM scientists say its time to put intervention strategies in full throttle.

Get new PAC members appointed Monday, chief pleads with speaker

Get new PAC members appointed Monday, chief pleads with speaker

Vacancies not filled, and the committee has not met since March after change in government.

Google steps up campaign against EU push for tough new tech rules

Google steps up campaign against EU push for tough new tech rules

The European Commission will publish the rules, called the Digital Services Act, on Dec 2.

Water disruption in Sungai Petani this weekend

Water disruption in Sungai Petani this weekend

The water disruption is expected to affect 14,500 households.
Fancy a lakeside home? Elemen Residences may just be what you're looking for

Fancy a lakeside home? Elemen Residences may just be what you're looking for

There is nothing like living near a serene body of water
MOE shuts down all schools in Kuching red zones until Nov 13

MOE shuts down all schools in Kuching red zones until Nov 13

COVID-19 | 209 schools and educational institutions will be shut down.

MP SPEAKS | Urgent: Special humanitarian crisis aid needed for Sabah, now

MP SPEAKS | Urgent: Special humanitarian crisis aid needed for Sabah, now

Some 29 people in the state may die of Covid-19 if we wait until the 2021 Budget is presented in Parliament next Friday.

King, Queen wish Muslims happy Maulidur Rasul celebration

King, Queen wish Muslims happy Maulidur Rasul celebration

'Let us also together increase our selawat (prayers of peace and blessings) upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad SAW.'

UPDATED 9.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Oct 29)

UPDATED 9.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Oct 29)

Verified locations that are reported to be affected, as of today.

DAP rep arrested for 'sedition' and other news you may have missed

DAP rep arrested for 'sedition' and other news you may have missed

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

Two MPs moot confidence motion for Muhyiddin Yassin, 25 against

Two MPs moot confidence motion for Muhyiddin Yassin, 25 against

The Dewan Rakyat order paper shows 25 MPs, from the opposition and including Dr M, filed the no-confidence motions.

COMMENT | Cardinal Fernandez will long be remembered for subtle defiance

COMMENT | Cardinal Fernandez will long be remembered for subtle defiance

He showed it when the Special Branch told him his church was harbouring Marxists.

COMMENT | Nightmares are coming true for some of Malaysia’s M40

COMMENT | Nightmares are coming true for some of Malaysia’s M40

With every blow to one’s income stream, 2020 feels like a slow-burning drain on resources, confidence and hope.

COMMENT | What new operating system is Harapan offering?

COMMENT | What new operating system is Harapan offering?

The real issue here in Malaysia is that we have never got over our original sin of race and religion.
YOURSAY | So PAS is okay with ousting 'His Majesty's govt' in February?

YOURSAY | So PAS is okay with ousting 'His Majesty's govt' in February?

'PAS should accept other people doing the same as they did.'