Archive - 15 December 2020

No compulsory quarantine required for Sabahans returning from Brunei

No compulsory quarantine required for Sabahans returning from Brunei

Sabahans must undergo Covid-19 RT-PCR or RTK-Ag screening before returning, says state Housing and Local Government Minister Masidi Manjun.

Govt sets SOP for temporary on-site quarters for construction workers

Govt sets SOP for temporary on-site quarters for construction workers

The SOP comes following a spike in Covid-19 cases in construction sites.

Anwar: Budget 2021's passage does little to inspire confidence in PN

Anwar: Budget 2021's passage does little to inspire confidence in PN

UPDATED 10PM | Opposition leader says some MPs voted for the budget as it was tied to the civil service and payment of salaries.

MPs that supported budget listened to King's advice - PM

MPs that supported budget listened to King's advice - PM

The budget has been seen as a proxy confidence vote on Muhyiddin.

Glove manufacturer Kossan hit by Covid-19 infections

Glove manufacturer Kossan hit by Covid-19 infections

This follows cases detected at Top Glove and Hartalega.

Test of confidence: Muhyiddin survives but will Anwar?

Test of confidence: Muhyiddin survives but will Anwar?

Today's outcome may lead the opposition to question if he is still fit to lead.

Wearing of face mask only compulsory in crowded public places - Ismail Sabri

Wearing of face mask only compulsory in crowded public places - Ismail Sabri

The senior minister says face mask not necessary if one was alone and practised physical distancing.

Royal professor Ungku Abdul Aziz passes away aged 98

Royal professor Ungku Abdul Aziz passes away aged 98

Ungku Abdul Aziz was behind the creation of Tabung Haji and National Cooperative Organisation of Malaysia (Angkasa).
MP trio has right to vote in Parliament, minister insists no breach of SOP

MP trio has right to vote in Parliament, minister insists no breach of SOP

They wore full protective equipment in compliance with Covid-19 prevention procedures, says Ismail Sabri.

Court denies bail for two men pending extradition proceedings

Court denies bail for two men pending extradition proceedings

The duo is wanted in the US for several offences including identity theft and computer fraud.

Two Bersatu, two PAS members among 5 sworn in as Perak exco

Two Bersatu, two PAS members among 5 sworn in as Perak exco

The swearing-in completes the 10-member state exco.

LETTER | Statelessness will remain unresolved until the NRD policy is addressed

LETTER | Statelessness will remain unresolved until the NRD policy is addressed

A holistic solution is required for an alternate solution to the existing challenges facing the stateless population in our country.

Govt plans to reopen certain tourism, sports sectors

Govt plans to reopen certain tourism, sports sectors

COVID-19 | Ismail Sabri says this is pending the drafting of new standard operating procedures.

Once hotspot Kuching now Covid-19 green zone

Once hotspot Kuching now Covid-19 green zone

COVID-19 | This was announced today after zero cases reported in 14 days.

Covid-19 (Dec 15): 1,772 new cases, large construction cluster in KL

Covid-19 (Dec 15): 1,772 new cases, large construction cluster in KL

The ministry also announced that there are three more deaths - all in Sabah.

Two Sabahans sue Hadi over alleged anti-Christian statement

Two Sabahans sue Hadi over alleged anti-Christian statement

The purported statement was reported in Harakah on Jan 18, this year.

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Prosecution calling more witnesses in ex-Felda official's corruption trial

Prosecution calling more witnesses in ex-Felda official's corruption trial

Noor Ehsanuddin faces 29 corruption charges.

Minister directed to file statement of defence against PKR's suit

Minister directed to file statement of defence against PKR's suit

This is on the RM10 million lawsuit against Housing Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin for her defection from PKR.

Half of Singapore's migrant workers in dormitories had Covid-19

Half of Singapore's migrant workers in dormitories had Covid-19

The majority tested positive via serology tests which indicate past infection.

MACC remands two, including enforcement agency director

MACC remands two, including enforcement agency director

They are remanded over a corruption concerning approval and exemption to carry heavy grade oil in national waters.

Budget 2021 passes final stage in Dewan Rakyat with three vote majority

Budget 2021 passes final stage in Dewan Rakyat with three vote majority

UPDATED 5.10PM | PARLIAMENT | A bloc vote during the third reading ends with 111-108.

COMMENT | Breaking down contentious issues in the right perspective

COMMENT | Breaking down contentious issues in the right perspective

Based on the Hansard and what transpired in the House, I stand by what I had said.
MP SPEAKS | Right to hire, no right to fire a prime minister

MP SPEAKS | Right to hire, no right to fire a prime minister

'No matter how many SDs are signed... it is for Agong to judge who commands confidence of majority.'

Youths, single mothers to benefit from free business registration scheme

Youths, single mothers to benefit from free business registration scheme

PARLIAMENT | Effort will spark business interest, encourage participation from the groups, says minister.

Petronas obtains leave to commence case against IRB over RM3.6b tax

Petronas obtains leave to commence case against IRB over RM3.6b tax

This after lawyer informs the court that IRB did not object to the application.

Govt will hold talks with Khazanah to resolve Malaysia Airlines' woes

Govt will hold talks with Khazanah to resolve Malaysia Airlines' woes

This is to identify group's direction and best strategic solution, says deputy minister.

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Late Karpal Singh to receive posthumous award from Penang

Late Karpal Singh to receive posthumous award from Penang

DAP stalwart will be awarded the Darjah Utama Pangkuan Negeri for his services.

Minister encourages Penang to repay Kedah's 'sacrifice'

Minister encourages Penang to repay Kedah's 'sacrifice'

'How good if Penang... can contribute financially to Kedah for its sacrifice of the water catchment area' - Tuan Ibrahim.

Court set to hear merits of Khairy’s appeal in defamation suit by Anwar

Court set to hear merits of Khairy’s appeal in defamation suit by Anwar

In 2018, court struck out Khairy's appeal over having to pay RM150k to Anwar for alleged defamation.

Christmas shopping amid Covid-19

Christmas shopping amid Covid-19

Shoppers admiring Christmas decorations in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

MPs urge govt to absorb contract workers into public service

MPs urge govt to absorb contract workers into public service

It could save the government up to RM500 million, says Tanjong Malim MP.
Aide says Takiyuddin's 'direct nego' talk with Zafrul 'taken out of context'

Aide says Takiyuddin's 'direct nego' talk with Zafrul 'taken out of context'

This comes after WhatsApp conversation leak shows Takiyuddin asking for Zafrul's opinion on Kedah project.

Dewan Rakyat to sit until 2pm tomorrow and Thursday

Dewan Rakyat to sit until 2pm tomorrow and Thursday

PARLIAMENT | Takiyuddin Hassan says the motion is in accordance with Standing Order 12(1).

COMMENT | Don’t get caught in your 'birthday suit'

COMMENT | Don’t get caught in your 'birthday suit'

'Attractive females... too good to be real?'

PAS president has audience with Sultan Nazrin

PAS president has audience with Sultan Nazrin

Hadi is granted an audience by the Perak sultan after he wrote a letter to the palace on Dec 10.
S'pore to open business travel bubble for all countries from January

S'pore to open business travel bubble for all countries from January

There will be a new segregated travel lane for limited number of business, official and high economic value travellers.

Speaker: Health DG gave MP trio permission to attend Parliament

Speaker: Health DG gave MP trio permission to attend Parliament

PARLIAMENT | Azhar says similar permission granted for other urgent cases, such as during Sabah polls.

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MP upbeat after proposing SME rental relief fund idea to minister

MP upbeat after proposing SME rental relief fund idea to minister

Charles Santiago is proposing struggling SMEs be given up to RM8,000 to cover monthly rental costs.

LETTER | Backdoor govt would have fallen yesterday if not for 'aliens'

LETTER | Backdoor govt would have fallen yesterday if not for 'aliens'

Home-quarantine MPs brought to Parliament, dressed in personal protective equipment, looking like aliens.

Terengganu a treasure trove of heritage sites

Terengganu a treasure trove of heritage sites

Centuries-old Chinatown, mosques, caves, and more are set to attract local tourists in Covid-19 era.

Zafrul: No 'knee-jerk' market reaction to Fitch downgrade

Zafrul: No 'knee-jerk' market reaction to Fitch downgrade

PARLIAMENT | The market and ringgit remain stable, says finance minister.

Penang's iconic car ferry service to cease on Dec 31

Penang's iconic car ferry service to cease on Dec 31

Penang Port Sdn Bhd says waterbuses for motorbikes and people will be introduced in about a year.

COMMENT | Sanusi, don't play with water

COMMENT | Sanusi, don't play with water

Disrupting water supply to Penang is a game of dangerous politics.

UPDATED 11.10PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 15)

UPDATED 11.10PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 15)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

Facebook, Twitter, TikTok face fines for harmful content in proposed UK law

Facebook, Twitter, TikTok face fines for harmful content in proposed UK law

Clear policies required for content that, while not illegal, is harmful such as misinformation about vaccines.

Zahid, Najib will support whoever best serves their needs - Kadir

Zahid, Najib will support whoever best serves their needs - Kadir

Veteran journalist speculates Umno leaders could be holding out for best deal.

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Paul Yong's rape case transferred to High Court

Paul Yong's rape case transferred to High Court

Federal Court allows the former Perak exco's appeal to transfer the case from the Sessions Court.
PN govt developing country for people, not cronies - deputy minister

PN govt developing country for people, not cronies - deputy minister

'This govt has no time to think about the strategy to enrich itself or cronies.'

COMMENT | River pollution and class action in rakyat's interest

COMMENT | River pollution and class action in rakyat's interest

Is criminal proceeding enough or can legal action be taken to address rakyat's suffering?

Dr M claims PN govt may fall today and other news you may have missed

Dr M claims PN govt may fall today and other news you may have missed

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

MP SPEAKS | Slashing Tamil school funds isn't being a 'PM for all'

MP SPEAKS | Slashing Tamil school funds isn't being a 'PM for all'

'Severe drop in allocations reveals how PN govt 'cares' for Indians.'

COMMENT | Two wrongs don’t make a right, Mr Speaker

COMMENT | Two wrongs don’t make a right, Mr Speaker

Lawmakers can’t be seen breaking the laws that they promulgate.
'Healing is coming': First Americans vaccinated as US death toll passes 300,000

'Healing is coming': First Americans vaccinated as US death toll passes 300,000

The first person vaccinated is a New York City ICU nursing who has treated some of the sickest Covid-19 patients for months.

'I did the right thing', says Top Glove whistleblower Yubaraj

'I did the right thing', says Top Glove whistleblower Yubaraj

Despite being sacked, he is glad his photographs helped shed light on what happens inside the factory.

YOURSAY | Anwar should heed Rafizi’s advice

YOURSAY | Anwar should heed Rafizi’s advice

‘Do not mix good eggs with rotten ones, lest all in the basket go bad.’
YOURSAY | Another DNAA – floodgates open for similarly charged VVIPs?

YOURSAY | Another DNAA – floodgates open for similarly charged VVIPs?

‘This regime is substantially no different from the kleptocracy we know.’
US Electoral College formally confirms Joe Biden's victory over Trump

US Electoral College formally confirms Joe Biden's victory over Trump

Based on November's results, Biden earned 306 Electoral College votes to the Republican Trump’s 232.

COMMENT | PKR needs to be honest about Anwar

COMMENT | PKR needs to be honest about Anwar

It is difficult to hold onto the reform mindset when people are exploiting the myth around Anwar.

Russia repeats 91.4pct efficacy rate in new Covid-19 vaccine data - developers

Russia repeats 91.4pct efficacy rate in new Covid-19 vaccine data - developers

Meanwhile, over 200,000 people have already been vaccinated against the disease as part of Russia's mass inoculation programme.

COMMENT | There's no silver lining in our politics

COMMENT | There's no silver lining in our politics

The Holy Grail of Malaysian politics - stability - is still missing.

Painting plants and the Orang Asli's fight - this is Nadhirah's story

Painting plants and the Orang Asli's fight - this is Nadhirah's story

MALAYSIANSKINI | 'It is already 2020, but the Orang Asli are still being oppressed, and their forests are being played up for politics.'