Archive - 6 December 2020

Bersatu's only state chief exec left told to take a page out of Umno's book

Bersatu's only state chief exec left told to take a page out of Umno's book

DAP's Luyang rep says Hajiji Noor should follow Johor MB's footsteps, be inclusive and tolerant of the opposition.
Harapan reveals meeting with Johor MB on democratic reforms

Harapan reveals meeting with Johor MB on democratic reforms

In contrast, they say PM Muhyiddin Yassin was not committed to democratic reforms.

Covid-19 in Bentong: 65 businesses ordered to close for cleaning

Covid-19 in Bentong: 65 businesses ordered to close for cleaning

According to notices issued by Bentong Municipal Council, the premises are to close from today until Tuesday (Dec 8).
'Bersatu paid the price of Johor, Kedah and Perak for its ambitions'

'Bersatu paid the price of Johor, Kedah and Perak for its ambitions'

Malacca Amanah chief Adly Zahari points out that Umno has been the biggest beneficiary.

Wild boar causes chaos in Alamanda shopping complex

Wild boar causes chaos in Alamanda shopping complex

Eight personnel with two fire engines manage to chase the animal out of the shopping complex building.

Deputy director nabbed over misappropriation of 'duit raya'

Deputy director nabbed over misappropriation of 'duit raya'

MACC detains the 53-year-old man to assist a probe into the alleged misappropriation of RM22,500.

Covid-19 (Dec 6): 1,335 new cases with S'gor and N Sembilan topping chart

Covid-19 (Dec 6): 1,335 new cases with S'gor and N Sembilan topping chart

The number of active Covid-19 cases crosses the 11,000 mark.

Umno picks Saarani for Perak MB but yet to formalise nomination

Umno picks Saarani for Perak MB but yet to formalise nomination

Party yet to submit Kota Tampan rep's name to Perak ruler as negotiations with suitable partners continue.

Some are confused between friends and enemies, says Annuar

Some are confused between friends and enemies, says Annuar

BN sec-gen adds some in Muafakat do not know the difference between national interest and personal agenda.

Umno's Johor MB calls Harapan 'strategic partner', ups allocation for all reps

Umno's Johor MB calls Harapan 'strategic partner', ups allocation for all reps

Hasni Mohammad announces an additional RM50,000 for Covid-19, bringing the total allocation to RM200,000.

Umno-DAP 'dream team' may become a reality - Kadir Jasin

Umno-DAP 'dream team' may become a reality - Kadir Jasin

Former Bersatu leader says he received information that DAP agreed to work with Umno in the next election.

Kedah MB: Rare earth discovery not an excuse for logging

Kedah MB: Rare earth discovery not an excuse for logging

Sanusi says there are no more trees to be logged in the area where the mineral is found anyway.

PM launches Johor Sustainable Development Plan 2030

PM launches Johor Sustainable Development Plan 2030

The development plan is expected to spur Johor's development in a progressive and dynamic way, says MB Hasni Mohammad.

DAP rep vows never to back Umno candidate as Perak MB

DAP rep vows never to back Umno candidate as Perak MB

UPDATED 4PM | Recalling the fall of two previous govts that DAP was part of, Leow says Umno will not get his backing.

S Korea tightens curbs in Seoul as Covid-19 cases hit 9-month high - media

S Korea tightens curbs in Seoul as Covid-19 cases hit 9-month high - media

The country reported its highest number of cases, at 631 new cases, since a peak in February and early March.

Eyes on Johor state assembly as Muhyiddin arrives at sitting

Eyes on Johor state assembly as Muhyiddin arrives at sitting

Johor speaker says confidence motion can still be tabled today as emergency motion.

M'sian researchers win grand prize, 19 gold medals at Korean invention fair

M'sian researchers win grand prize, 19 gold medals at Korean invention fair

The grand prize winners are a team of researchers from the Malaysian Nuclear Agency.

Perak DAP and PKR willing to work with Umno in 'interest of rakyat'

Perak DAP and PKR willing to work with Umno in 'interest of rakyat'

Often positioned as fierce enemies, the two largest parties in Perak are open to working together.
COMMENT | Perak MB's ouster - are we supposed to be thrilled?

COMMENT | Perak MB's ouster - are we supposed to be thrilled?

It appears Faizal Azumu didn't do enough for groups in need, but will his replacement be any better?

Papagomo says Kedah MB's toddy analogy against critics is rude

Papagomo says Kedah MB's toddy analogy against critics is rude

He hopes the PAS leader will apologise to the Indian community.

Zahid: Umno discussing Perak MB post with all parties - new coalition possible

Zahid: Umno discussing Perak MB post with all parties - new coalition possible

UPDATED 12.20PM | Umno president says he will present a list of candidates to Sultan Nazrin.

Health Ministry to seek info on Pfizer slashing vaccine production target

Health Ministry to seek info on Pfizer slashing vaccine production target

NPRA has yet to receive documents from Pfizer to start evaluating its Covid-19 vaccine for registration: Health DG.

MCMC hails suspension of parody Twitter account 'BermanaTV'

MCMC hails suspension of parody Twitter account 'BermanaTV'

The parody account has confused the public due to the similarity of its name to Bernama news agency.
Religious leaders 'deeply dismayed' with Kedah MB over temple demolition

Religious leaders 'deeply dismayed' with Kedah MB over temple demolition

We were told no demolitions would be done without consulting two ministers first, says group.

Perak Amanah chair not ruling out cooperation with other parties

Perak Amanah chair not ruling out cooperation with other parties

'During these difficult times, we are prepared to work with anybody to form a stable govt,' says Asmuni.

Rubber glove industry: A year of mixed fortunes despite the boom

Rubber glove industry: A year of mixed fortunes despite the boom

Despite this year's challenges, the industry looks set for a booming 2021.

UPDATED 10.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 6)

UPDATED 10.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 6)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

2020-12-06

2020-12-06

LETTER | Kedah menteri besar's racial stereotyping hurts

LETTER | Kedah menteri besar's racial stereotyping hurts

When Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor used words associated with racial stereotypes to hit back at Indian critics, it hurts.

Perak Sultan accepts resignation of MB, excos

Perak Sultan accepts resignation of MB, excos

This follows an audience between Sultan Nazrin and Faizal yesterday afternoon.

Jury still out on Malaysia's fourth quarter recovery, say experts

Jury still out on Malaysia's fourth quarter recovery, say experts

While 2020 has been an 'annus horribilis', there will likely be an end to economic contraction on technical grounds.

Zahid arrives at Istana Kinta for audience with Perak ruler

Zahid arrives at Istana Kinta for audience with Perak ruler

UPDATED | 10.05AM | Perak Umno remains tight-lipped over candidate for menteri besar position.

Lufthansa will have shed 29,000 staff by year end

Lufthansa will have shed 29,000 staff by year end

German airline is also expected to cut another 10,000 jobs in its home country next year
Opposition should take Perak MB crisis as sign to iron out differences - DAP Youth

Opposition should take Perak MB crisis as sign to iron out differences - DAP Youth

Muhammad Shakir Amir says cracks in PN are evident, and Harapan and other parties should unite against it.

Britain and EU to resume talks in final push for Brexit trade deal

Britain and EU to resume talks in final push for Brexit trade deal

Key differences remain unresolved and Brexit can result in a messy divorce from the EU.

Spirit of volunteerism still strong in the face of Covid-19

Spirit of volunteerism still strong in the face of Covid-19

Several M'sian NGOs have sent humanitarian missions abroad despite the risk of contracting Covid -19

COMMENT | Limits of the RCEP

COMMENT | Limits of the RCEP

The real significance lies in China’s participation.

YOURSAY | Sign of the times - even onions used as 'bribe'

YOURSAY | Sign of the times - even onions used as 'bribe'

‘The lorry attendant actually made a police report. Well done, sir, good job.’
Interstate travel allowed nationwide and other news you may have missed

Interstate travel allowed nationwide and other news you may have missed

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