Harapan’s ‘New Deal’ and democratic change

[ad_1] COMMENTARY The disputes between the leaders of the parties that make up the Perikatan Nasional (PN) group have shown the weakness of the unelected ruling coalition, and it looks like it is going to break at any moment and the government may fall soon. The current Covid-19 outbreak is …

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New virus outbreak after Covid-19 spreads in Seoul nightclubs

[ad_1] Nightclub infections, although still limited, are expected to increase. (Image from Twitter / covidperspectiv) SEOUL: South Korean health authorities are investigating a small but growing coronavirus outbreak targeting a handful of Seoul nightclubs, seeking to keep infections under control as the country takes less restrictive social distancing measures. The …

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May 9 anniversary reminds Malaysia of its missed opportunity

[ad_1] May 9 anniversary reminds Malaysia of its missed opportunity Sheridan Mahavera Updated 8 hours ago · Posted on May 9, 2020 8:06 PM · The second anniversary of the historic 14th general election reminds Malaysia of its missed opportunities after the government changed for the first time in Malaysian …

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Allow full coverage of Dewan Rakyat session, NGOs urge speaker

[ad_1] Prime Minister’s Department Minister Takiyuddin Hassan said other media outlets may ask the speaker for permission to cover the Dewan Rakyat session. PETALING JAYA: Two media NGOs have spoken out against Dewan Rakyat speaker Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof’s decision to allow only official government media to cover the lower …

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CM: Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang 3.0 worth RM300 million to distribute to the S’wakians in stages

[ad_1] Abang Johari speaks during the special press conference. Chimon Upon Photo KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg today announced the aid package “Bantuan Khas Sarawakku Sayang 3.0” (BKSS 3.0) valued at RM 300 million, comprising seven measures involving more special allocations, incentives and subsidies for Sarawak …

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Sabah reopens more sectors in Phase 5 of MCO

[ad_1] Shopping malls, wholesale and night markets are among the businesses that may reopen in Sabah. KOTA KINABALU: Sabah today allowed the reopening of stores, food, public transportation, and public parks as it began to facilitate economic activities in Phase 5 of the Movement Control Order (MCO). This follows the …

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