Archive - 4 November 2020

US formally exits global climate pact amid election uncertainty

US formally exits global climate pact amid election uncertainty

However, the outcome of the tight US election contest will determine for how long.
Speaker to consider airing press conferences held at Parliament - Fahmi

Speaker to consider airing press conferences held at Parliament - Fahmi

Azhar said he would consider the matter and it wouldn't be too difficult to implement, says Lembah Pantai MP.
PM wants study on possible postponement of Batu Sapi polls

PM wants study on possible postponement of Batu Sapi polls

This by-election is viewed as difficult to be held when the Covid-19 pandemic is still raging in Sabah now, says Muhyiddin.
BN lawmakers agree to support Budget 2021 - Zahid

BN lawmakers agree to support Budget 2021 - Zahid

They also urge the government to extend the loan moratorium for another six months.
Prisoners sing praises for healthcare workers as EMCO lifted

Prisoners sing praises for healthcare workers as EMCO lifted

A video clip of the event has been circulated on social media and is shared by Dr Noor Hisham today.
New law to delay polls may lead to politicians stay in power indefinitely - Bersih

New law to delay polls may lead to politicians stay in power indefinitely - Bersih

A two-thirds majority for constitutional amendments is simply impossible, says the electoral watchdog.
After appeal, more than 500 escape gallows since 2000 - minister

After appeal, more than 500 escape gallows since 2000 - minister

Takiyuddin says 351 cases concern Section 39B of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 that deals with drug trafficking.
Covid-19: Third wave can be flattened in three weeks’ time - DG

Covid-19: Third wave can be flattened in three weeks’ time - DG

Noor Hisham also expresses his optimism that their aim to reduce the R-nought figure to 0.5 can be achieved soon.

MOH turns down Selangor's request for Covid-19 data due to 'past incidents'

MOH turns down Selangor's request for Covid-19 data due to 'past incidents'

Health Minister Dr Adham Baba says different interpretations of the date could lead to public confusion and panic.

MP SPEAKS | Economic plan to revive 2021-2023 economy

MP SPEAKS | Economic plan to revive 2021-2023 economy

With the right policies and strong honest and rakyat-centric leadership, we can overcome this crisis one more time.
Bukit Kiara Federal Park officially protected as green lung - Segambut MP

Bukit Kiara Federal Park officially protected as green lung - Segambut MP

The gazettement is important to ensure that this Segambut's green jewel is preserved and protected, says Yeoh.
Laid off pilot's new venture takes off

Laid off pilot's new venture takes off

Captain Azrin builds alternative runway to success.

Noh rejects PAC membership

Noh rejects PAC membership

He has informed BN chairperson and Dewan Rakyat speaker of his decision.

Biden back as favourite to win US election - online betting markets

Biden back as favourite to win US election - online betting markets

The shift comes after Biden overtook Trump in the battleground state of Wisconsin.
Bangladesh workers still not allowed to return to M'sia - Ismail Sabri

Bangladesh workers still not allowed to return to M'sia - Ismail Sabri

UPDATED 7.25PM | This comes after a protest in Dhaka by hundreds of workers asking their govt to intervene.

LETTER | Rethink hiring policy for foreigners

LETTER | Rethink hiring policy for foreigners

LETTER | The proposed inefficient and non-investor friendly policy will deter multinational corporations.

Myanmar army chief accuses govt of 'unacceptable mistakes' ahead of polls

Myanmar army chief accuses govt of 'unacceptable mistakes' ahead of polls

Min Aung Hlaing says the military is the 'guardian' of the country and watching preparations closely.
Covid-19 (Nov 4): 1,032 new cases, 8 deaths reported

Covid-19 (Nov 4): 1,032 new cases, 8 deaths reported

UPDATED 6.59PM | The number of deaths reported in Sabah has exceeded the numbers in all other regions of the country combined.

Proposal to reintroduce GST requires meticulous study - Muhyiddin

Proposal to reintroduce GST requires meticulous study - Muhyiddin

The Finance Ministry has not yet reached a decision on the matter, he says.

PN govt really hopes to get new mandate from the people - PM

PN govt really hopes to get new mandate from the people - PM

Muhyiddin says govt will continue to help and care for the people even if there's no election.

PSM rejects EPF withdrawal plan, takes a swipe at 'super-rich' politicians

PSM rejects EPF withdrawal plan, takes a swipe at 'super-rich' politicians

S Arutchelvan says allowing withdrawal is 'tantamount to robbing workers of their savings'.

Lawyers group seeks to intervene in suit over Agong's rejection of emergency

Lawyers group seeks to intervene in suit over Agong's rejection of emergency

Among its objectives are to safeguard the sovereignty of the law and the supremacy of the Federal Constitution.
Budget 2021: King calls for political maturity

Budget 2021: King calls for political maturity

After a briefing from the finance minister, His Majesty again advises everyone to put aside their political differences.
Two-week conditional MCO for Penang's southwestern sub-district

Two-week conditional MCO for Penang's southwestern sub-district

UPDATED 5.46PM | COVID-19 | The area includes the Penang International Airport and residential areas in Batu Maung.

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Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin took out his frustration on Umno ministers after failing to find support for a declaration of emergency, ostensibly to fight the Covid-19 pandemic.

Active case detection for Covid-19 extended to villages in Labuan

Active case detection for Covid-19 extended to villages in Labuan

COVID-19 | At least five of 27 villages have been covered so far, with hundreds of villagers tested since yesterday.

Democrats falling short in bid for control of US Senate

Democrats falling short in bid for control of US Senate

Democrats won only one Republican-held seat while six other races remained undecided early on Wednesday.

Appeal for blood goes out for three Sabah hospitals

Appeal for blood goes out for three Sabah hospitals

The supply at Queen Elizabeth 1 Hospital, Kudat Hospital and Tuaran Hospital are at a critical level.

Report: Beijing's Msia vaccine promise tied to request to free detained nationals

Report: Beijing's Msia vaccine promise tied to request to free detained nationals

The purported request was said to have been made during China Foreign Minister's visit to KL last month, says Nikkei Asia.

Umno appoints Tajuddin as election director

Umno appoints Tajuddin as election director

He can help to bring victory for Umno and BN in the upcoming polls, says party president Ahmad Zahid on the appointment.

Muhyiddin hopes all MPs will support Budget 2021

Muhyiddin hopes all MPs will support Budget 2021

This is for the sake of the people’s wellbeing and the country, says PM.
M'sia among countries providing free public health care

M'sia among countries providing free public health care

PARLIAMENT | Deputy finance minister says a yearly allocation of RM30.6b has been set aside for this purpose.

Expansionary Budget 2021 to support people, revive economy - PM

Expansionary Budget 2021 to support people, revive economy - PM

He says budget is continuation from four stimulus packages worth RM305 billion since onset of Covid-19 pandemic.

Trump falsely claims victory after rival Biden voices confidence

Trump falsely claims victory after rival Biden voices confidence

UPDATED 5.20PM | Frankly, we did win this election, says Trump.

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Isa Samad graft case - court to hear submissions on Dec 4

Isa Samad graft case - court to hear submissions on Dec 4

The matter is postponed due to the conditional movement control order.

Ministry engaging Malindo employees after sweeping job cuts - Saravanan

Ministry engaging Malindo employees after sweeping job cuts - Saravanan

Minister says affected employees can qualify for insurance payments and retraining.

Experts: Flu vaccination programme can help relieve Covid-19 stress on hospitals

Experts: Flu vaccination programme can help relieve Covid-19 stress on hospitals

Doctors assure vaccines are safe, say mass drive will help prevent flu and Covid-19 double whammy.
PM: Govt to study proposal to allow EPF Account 1 withdrawals

PM: Govt to study proposal to allow EPF Account 1 withdrawals

UPDATED 4.50PM | He says he has discussed the matter with the Finance Ministry.

Dec 21 hearing for bid to strike out suit against Judges Ethics Committee

Dec 21 hearing for bid to strike out suit against Judges Ethics Committee

The suit was brought against the committee by a Court of Appeal judge.

Economic stimulus packages are inclusive - MOF

Economic stimulus packages are inclusive - MOF

PARLIAMENT | Deputy Finance Minister I Abd Rahim Bakri says the packages include Prihatin, Prihatin SME+, Penjana and Kita Prihatin.

Trump says will make statement soon, calls election results 'big win'

Trump says will make statement soon, calls election results 'big win'

Democratic rival Joe Biden, meanwhile, says he was "on track" to win the election.

PAC to give priority to postponed cases

PAC to give priority to postponed cases

Meetings to be held every day (morning and afternoon) throughout this parliamentary session, says chairperson Wong Kah Woh.

Govt withdraw Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2019, no reasons given

Govt withdraw Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2019, no reasons given

PARLIAMENT | The bill was tabled for first reading at the Dewan Rakyat session on Nov 25 last year.

COMMENT | High time for a virtual Dewan Rakyat

COMMENT | High time for a virtual Dewan Rakyat

COMMENT | There are a variety of options available to facilitate a smooth transition.

Tajuddin jokes about allocations to boost chances of becoming MP for 4th term

Tajuddin jokes about allocations to boost chances of becoming MP for 4th term

PARLIAMENT | The 72-year-old Umno leader made the request during question and answer time.

UPDATED 11.40PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Nov 4)

UPDATED 11.40PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Nov 4)

These are the verified locations that are reported to be affected today.

Saifuddin: 1.3 million dubious prepaid lines detected

Saifuddin: 1.3 million dubious prepaid lines detected

PARLIAMENT | Of the total, 920,217 lines had been terminated, says the minister.

Betting market odds flip to favour Trump over Biden in US election

Betting market odds flip to favour Trump over Biden in US election

UK-based Smarkets Exchange is giving Trump 65% win-odds, up from 39% when polls opened.
Tricor Axcelasia completes 100% acquisition of NGL Tricor Governance

Tricor Axcelasia completes 100% acquisition of NGL Tricor Governance

Tricor Axcelasia Sdn Bhd today announced it has agreed to acquire the remaining 60% of NGL Tricor Governance Sdn Bhd in line with the objective to expand the strategic business advisory division under the Tricor Malaysia.

Senior judge files legal challenge against Judges Ethics Committee’s quorum

Senior judge files legal challenge against Judges Ethics Committee’s quorum

The quorum comprises some judges allegedly implicated in Hamid Sultan's affidavit on purported judicial misconduct.

Petronas approves another RM10b government payout to battle Covid-19

Petronas approves another RM10b government payout to battle Covid-19

Govt announced earlier in the week Petronas will pay RM34 billion in dividends this year.

Speaker advises MPs to avoid large group meetings

Speaker advises MPs to avoid large group meetings

PARLIAMENT | Azhar Harun says all MPs and Parliament staff will be subjected to Covid-19 screening every two weeks.

Trump leads in Florida and other battlegrounds, but Biden voices confidence

Trump leads in Florida and other battlegrounds, but Biden voices confidence

UPDATED 2.35PM | Biden is eyeing the so-called 'blue wall' states of Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.

Maszlee likely to be party-less until next year

Maszlee likely to be party-less until next year

Ex-minister wants to focus on activism and welfare work for now.

'Praying that Biden wins': Asylum seekers hold their breath as US votes

'Praying that Biden wins': Asylum seekers hold their breath as US votes

Asylum seekers stranded along the border by the Trump administration’s “Remain in Mexico” policy are holding their breath.

Seremban CMCO restrictions in brief

Seremban CMCO restrictions in brief

There are slight differences to the rules being applied compared to Klang Valley and Sabah.

COMMENT | Budget must put money in the hands of the rakyat

COMMENT | Budget must put money in the hands of the rakyat

Pre-Budget 2021 forecasts show the worst economic performance since the Asian Financial Crisis - a claw-back on losses is needed.

Workers in misery now, need EPF funds -  electric workers union

Workers in misery now, need EPF funds - electric workers union

The EIWU says no point saving for a distant future when workers are in crisis now.

As Japan moves to revive its countryside, pandemic chases many from cities

As Japan moves to revive its countryside, pandemic chases many from cities

As companies allow telecommuting, it has caused population to flow out of Tokyo.
MP SPEAKS | Budget 2021 must reinstate the Malaysians@Work initiative

MP SPEAKS | Budget 2021 must reinstate the Malaysians@Work initiative

This proposed pivotal and groundbreaking Budget 2020 plan sought to create 350,000 jobs for Malaysians over a five-year period.

YOURSAY | One rule for PAS politicians, another for the flock

YOURSAY | One rule for PAS politicians, another for the flock

‘Infections have occurred in shops or places where there is no crowd.’
Austrian police arrest 14 in manhunt after gunman's deadly rampage

Austrian police arrest 14 in manhunt after gunman's deadly rampage

18 properties were raided in the massive manhunt for accomplices of the convicted jihadist who killed four people and injured 22 others.

YOURSAY | Maszlee makes right decision to walk out on Pejuang

YOURSAY | Maszlee makes right decision to walk out on Pejuang

‘Hopefully, you can work for a multi-ethnic, inclusive Malaysia...’.
Covid-19 cluster detected at PMO, and other news you may have missed

Covid-19 cluster detected at PMO, and other news you may have missed

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

Anxious US voters pick between Biden, Trump after heated campaign

Anxious US voters pick between Biden, Trump after heated campaign

With little disruption that many had feared would occur, Americans streamed to the polls to choose their president: incumbent Trump, or Biden?

Tajuddin has narrow political view - Loke

Tajuddin has narrow political view - Loke

Seremban MP lambasts the Pasir Salak MP over equal allocation amounts to ‘killing’ BN view.

Loke lists opposition MPs' demand before signing CSA

Loke lists opposition MPs' demand before signing CSA

'The agreement doesn't mean the opposition recognises PN govt, but it's for the well-being of the people.'