Archive - 7 December 2020

Bersatu to foster closer cooperation with PAS after Perak 'disappointment'

Bersatu to foster closer cooperation with PAS after Perak 'disappointment'

Party sec-gen Hamzah Zainuddin says this was decided at today's supreme council meeting.

No changes to i-Sinar withdrawal criteria - EPF

No changes to i-Sinar withdrawal criteria - EPF

EPF says this in response to media reports on requests for the removal of withdrawal conditions.

'M'sian's pregnant foreign wife now allowed to enter the country

'M'sian's pregnant foreign wife now allowed to enter the country

The woman was initially barred from entering Malaysia on Nov 30.

Umno supreme council picks Saarani to be next Perak MB - Zahidi

Umno supreme council picks Saarani to be next Perak MB - Zahidi

Saarani, however, says: 'Wait for tomorrow.'

New CMCO rules: Dine-in limit lifted, new restrictions for sports, meetings

New CMCO rules: Dine-in limit lifted, new restrictions for sports, meetings

Restaurants now can seat as many customers at a table as one-metre rule can accommodate.

Harapan state leaders to decide on Perak MB candidate issue - Anwar

Harapan state leaders to decide on Perak MB candidate issue - Anwar

The coalition's top leaders made the decision after today's Harapan presidential council meeting.

Anwar joins chorus calling for no-confidence vote over Fitch downgrade

Anwar joins chorus calling for no-confidence vote over Fitch downgrade

The PKR president says this after a Harapan presidential council meeting today.

DAP to postpone party congress, election by up to 6 months

DAP to postpone party congress, election by up to 6 months

The election requires the physical presence of nearly 4,000 party members for the voting process.

Wild boar incident: Perhilitan to install traps at shopping centre

Wild boar incident: Perhilitan to install traps at shopping centre

A wild boar wreaked havoc in Alamanda shopping centre yesterday.

Govt urged to create awareness on suicide prevention amid pandemic

Govt urged to create awareness on suicide prevention amid pandemic

Dedicated suicide prevention hotlines from government agencies and NGOs need to be publicised, says consumers body.

Police report lodged against Penang deputy CM for alleged defamation

Police report lodged against Penang deputy CM for alleged defamation

'We demand that Ramasamy clean up our now tarnished reputation,' says Lim Jit Leong.

Govt extends Seremban Prison EMCO to Dec 21

Govt extends Seremban Prison EMCO to Dec 21

Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob says decision made after risk assessment from MOH.

MRCB Selected by the United Nations Global Compact CFO Taskforce for the Sustainability Goals

MRCB Selected by the United Nations Global Compact CFO Taskforce for the Sustainability Goals

Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) today announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact’s CFO Taskforce to reinforce its commitment in pursuing the Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs).

Kedah MB tells critics to take BM classes after racial slur accusations

Kedah MB tells critics to take BM classes after racial slur accusations

Muhammad Sanusi accuses critics of 'twisting' his statement.

MACC to probe 'new development' in Ku Nan's graft case

MACC to probe 'new development' in Ku Nan's graft case

DNAA ruling does not mean Tengku Adnan has been acquitted, he can still be charged by the AG's Chambers, it adds.

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Covid-19 (Dec 7): 1,600 new cases, a third in N Sembilan alone

Covid-19 (Dec 7): 1,600 new cases, a third in N Sembilan alone

UPDATED 7.10PM | COVID-19 | Two new deaths have been reported, both in Sabah.

Tuaran MP tries to slash budget again, takes aim at Zuraida

Tuaran MP tries to slash budget again, takes aim at Zuraida

Wilfred Madius seeks to defund the Housing and Local Government Ministry's PeKT programme.

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LETTER | Policy confusion on cryptocurrencies

LETTER | Policy confusion on cryptocurrencies

Will the government make a clear and consistent stand?
Another five-day remand for celebrity preacher

Another five-day remand for celebrity preacher

The magistrate's court extends the remand following similar allegations against the preacher.

Court to hear SC's bid for joint-trial in Goldman Sachs banker's 1MDB case

Court to hear SC's bid for joint-trial in Goldman Sachs banker's 1MDB case

Prosecution seeks for all four charges against Roger Ng to be heard by one High Court judge.

Sabah drafting 5-year development plan to revive the state economy

Sabah drafting 5-year development plan to revive the state economy

The plan will also promote the socio-economic welfare of the people, says Chief Minister Hajiji Noor.

RM3b Covid-19 vaccine budget not only for Pfizer - minister

RM3b Covid-19 vaccine budget not only for Pfizer - minister

PARLIAMENT | Khairy refutes viral statement alleging procurement of Pfizer vaccine alone will take up all funds.

Perak Umno chief: Stop speculating on political situation

Perak Umno chief: Stop speculating on political situation

Everyone should remain calm, Saarani says after Umno, PKR, DAP and Amanah in Perak make public their talks to join forces.

After Fitch downgrade, Guan Eng wants no-confidence vote

After Fitch downgrade, Guan Eng wants no-confidence vote

The downgrade should serve as a wake-up call for a government in denial, says ex-finance minister.

Experts: PN govt squandering opportunity to restructure economy

Experts: PN govt squandering opportunity to restructure economy

In budget and Fitch rating downgrade aftermath, serious questions arise on govt's ability to deliver.

Kelantan Umno to back national leadership's decision on Perak

Kelantan Umno to back national leadership's decision on Perak

'We respect the hierarchy' - Kelantan Umno.

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Nicholas Actuarial Solutions raising capital through equity crowdfunding

Nicholas Actuarial Solutions raising capital through equity crowdfunding

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Nicholas Actuarial Solutions Sdn Bhd, the top actuarial firm in Asia, has launched an equity crowdfunding campaign to raise up to MYR 10 million.

Transport Ministry budget passes with bloc vote

Transport Ministry budget passes with bloc vote

PARLIAMENT | Minister addresses allocation for MH17 case and assistance for e-hailing drivers.

US preparing new sanctions on Chinese officials over HK crackdown - sources

US preparing new sanctions on Chinese officials over HK crackdown - sources

President Donald Trump's administration, in his final weeks in office, keeps up pressure on Beijing.

Perak: Umno wants to dance with Harapan, sans DAP

Perak: Umno wants to dance with Harapan, sans DAP

According to sources familiar with the talks, Perak Umno does not want DAP in the executive.

DBKL land allegation: DAP's Tan apologises to Annuar Musa

DBKL land allegation: DAP's Tan apologises to Annuar Musa

Admitting he made a false accusation, Tan says apologising was the right thing to do.

COMMENT | Hasni rises to the occasion when Muhyiddin fails

COMMENT | Hasni rises to the occasion when Muhyiddin fails

The Johor MB is governing the state with a healthy dose of bipartisanship.
Pfizer vaccine supply issues won't affect supply for M'sia - Khairy

Pfizer vaccine supply issues won't affect supply for M'sia - Khairy

Govt may identify other vaccines from other companies.

Rare earth project will endanger water supply - Penang water chief

Rare earth project will endanger water supply - Penang water chief

Mining will threaten Ulu Muda which is largest water catchment area in Northern Corridor Economic Region.

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Alliance with Umno a betrayal, frustrates Harapan supporters - PKR rep

Alliance with Umno a betrayal, frustrates Harapan supporters - PKR rep

It is giving new life to a party rejected by the people in the last general election, says Ginie Lim.

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MP SPEAKS | Making a new political alignment work

MP SPEAKS | Making a new political alignment work

In the face of multiple crises, we should unite in a broad, progressively-minded combination and moderate our sentiments.
Malaysiabiz portal launched to facilitate business registrations

Malaysiabiz portal launched to facilitate business registrations

It aims to create trade-friendly environment to encourage competitiveness, spur economic growth.

Jan 7 mention of inquest into Bentong lockup death in custody

Jan 7 mention of inquest into Bentong lockup death in custody

Date set for further mention in inquest proceedings of G Jestus Kevin, 30, who died in police custody earlier this year.

LETTER | Water management - time for tough resolve

LETTER | Water management - time for tough resolve

Longer-term safeguards to our national water security can surely be contemplated, likely requiring law reforms.
COMMENT | Will IGP crack down on those who incite racial issues?

COMMENT | Will IGP crack down on those who incite racial issues?

The recent statements by Jeram assemblyperson and Kedah MB certainly count as inciting racial issues.

COMMENT | Malaysia’s grand delusion 2020

COMMENT | Malaysia’s grand delusion 2020

The country is now fast slipping irreversibly into the ranks of failed states and chronic third-world status.

Govt spent RM172m to compensate failed PR1MA projects - minister

Govt spent RM172m to compensate failed PR1MA projects - minister

Compensation paid for 17 of 32 cancelled PR1MA projects so far, says Zuraida.

Petronas and Sarawak ink landmark commercial settlement deal

Petronas and Sarawak ink landmark commercial settlement deal

UPDATED 1.30PM | Agreement would see Sarawak more actively involved in its onshore oil and gas activities.

Circumcision in a time of Covid-19

Circumcision in a time of Covid-19

KINILENS | About 40 boys between the age of five and 12 took part in a mass circumcision event during the school holiday in Gombak.
LETTER | When will political parties finally put rakyat first?

LETTER | When will political parties finally put rakyat first?

Once Covid-19 has been brought under control, you can then resume your endless politicking.
Indonesia receives first Covid-19 vaccine from China's Sinovac

Indonesia receives first Covid-19 vaccine from China's Sinovac

COVID-19 | Jokowi says a shipment of 1.2 million doses has arrived in the country.

LETTER | An Umno-Harapan breakthrough to benefit all Malaysians?

LETTER | An Umno-Harapan breakthrough to benefit all Malaysians?

An extraordinary time calls for an extraordinary solution.
PSM urges enforcement agencies to release paralysed asylum seeker

PSM urges enforcement agencies to release paralysed asylum seeker

It calls on authorities to allow Myanmar man to recuperate at care home instead of being handed to immigration.

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COMMENT | Should Umno and Harapan form coalition in Perak?

COMMENT | Should Umno and Harapan form coalition in Perak?

Three options for Umno to plot its course in Perak, for the next general election, and beyond.

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UPDATED 10.35PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 7)

UPDATED 10.35PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 7)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

Ku Nan given DNAA in RM1m corruption case

Ku Nan given DNAA in RM1m corruption case

UPDATED 11.20AM | He was alleged to have corruptedly received RM1 million from businessperson Tan Eng Boon.

Interstate travel ban lift shows PN govt can no longer contain Covid-19: Najib

Interstate travel ban lift shows PN govt can no longer contain Covid-19: Najib

Ex-PM says govt must make sure it has adequate treatment facilities for future cases.

Sony to wind down Penang factory next year, 3,600 jobs impacted

Sony to wind down Penang factory next year, 3,600 jobs impacted

Sony will consolidate manufacturing operations by transferring its operations in Penang to Selangor.

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Superficial! - Fuziah lambasts govt for gender discrimination on citizenship rights

Superficial! - Fuziah lambasts govt for gender discrimination on citizenship rights

Govt's response runs contrary to principles of justice, says PKR Women chief.

Mastercard to investigate allegations against Pornhub

Mastercard to investigate allegations against Pornhub

This comes after New York Times column said many videos posted on the adult website depict child abuse.

Plastic waste rising due to Covid-19

Plastic waste rising due to Covid-19

From medical masks, food containers to zip ties, experts report an increase in plastic waste.

Trump aide Giuliani positive for Covid-19 after travelling to challenge election results

Trump aide Giuliani positive for Covid-19 after travelling to challenge election results

Ex-mayor has been travelling to persuade Republican lawmakers to help reverse president’s election defeat.

All Perak Umno reps support Saarani as MB

All Perak Umno reps support Saarani as MB

One Bersatu assemblyperson has also signed SD to back Perak Umno chief for state's top post.

Melbourne welcomes first international flight in five months

Melbourne welcomes first international flight in five months

COVID-19 | Over 20,000 cases recorded in Victoria when hotel staff were infected by people returning from abroad.

COMMENT | Girls have the right to be safe from child exploitation

COMMENT | Girls have the right to be safe from child exploitation

Many do not realise how serious child exploitation can be and how it affects a child’s life and future.

Six remanded over alleged kidnapping of businessperson in Kedah

Six remanded over alleged kidnapping of businessperson in Kedah

Suspects under remand for 20 days over the kidnapping of a businessperson and his wife.

YOURSAY | Respect minorities, even the 10 percent have rights

YOURSAY | Respect minorities, even the 10 percent have rights

'Using the reason of Malay majority to deny others of their basic rights is dangerous.'

YOURSAY | Unanswered questions in Kedah's rare-earth jackpot

YOURSAY | Unanswered questions in Kedah's rare-earth jackpot

'We already have rare earth mined with much adverse environmental impact.'

Nga explains why Harapan is mulling an alliance with Umno in Perak

Nga explains why Harapan is mulling an alliance with Umno in Perak

The Perak DAP chief also promised not to take up any position if the new government is formed.

Search for Perak MB continues and other news you may have missed

Search for Perak MB continues and other news you may have missed

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