Evening Edition

Following Datuk Pandelela Rinong's allegations of sexual harassment, Youth and Sports Minister Ahmad Faizal Azumu questioned why Pandelela had only now come forward with these allegations despite the incident happening over seven years ago. We discuss the minister's statement, and how we can do better to support sexual harassment survivors. Image Source: Ahmad Faizal Azumu Official Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We break down the trending hashtags of the day, and zone in how former prime minister Dato' Seri Najib Razak's social media presence has featured heavily in headlines as of late. Image Source: msyaraafiq, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the highlights in today's Parliament session included discussions on the implementation of SOP's for the Melaka elections, housing help for people affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, looking into a national unity module and also sports infrastructure in East Malaysia. The ministers also discussed the need to have a special committee to address sexual harassment cases among athletes. Image Source: Jaggat Rashidi, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parliament reconvened today, and some of the issues discussed included investigations over the Pandora Papers, suggestions to revamp TVET, and voter education for the youth. Lawmakers also debated the annulment of the Emergency Ordinances, with several MPs questioning why physical campaigning isn't allowed for the Melaka state election. Image Source: Edy Kasim, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kicking off our new segment where we take a peek at trending hashtags and break them down, we look into the number one trending topic of today - the defeat of Manchester United to Liverpool at Old Trafford. Image Source: jorono, PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Health Ministry recently announced a prohibition on all activities, gatherings and social meetings related to political campaigning for the Melaka polls. We discuss this ban, as well as what campaigning will look like for political parties as a result. Image Source: zmpixes, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Industries Unite wrote an open letter to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Yaakob and the National Security Council (NSC), urging the government to resume operations of pubs and nightclubs in states under Phase Four of the National Recovery Plan. We discuss how the entertainment sector has been affected by the prolonged closure caused by Covid-19, and what steps can be taken by these establishments to adhere to the required SOPs. Image Source: Q.U.I, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A video clip that went viral recently shows an actor alongside four other media personalities joking and laughing about rape. This renewed heated conversations about why it's wrong to make light of sexual violence. We discuss what needs to be done to denormalise these situations. Image Source: HTWE, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Batu Kawan MP Kasthuri Patto has called for the government to ratify Cape Town Agreement (CTA) which would protect Malaysian fisherfolk and Malaysian waters. We discuss the significance of this. Image Source: Zinko Hein, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has said that the national testing strategy will be made available on the CovidNow website starting tomorrow. We speak with former Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad about what he hopes to see from the strategy. Image Source: Markus Spiske, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MySejahtera team has revealed that its check-in QR registration function has been misused by “malicious scripts” to send OTP’s and spam emails to users. We look into why this happened. Image Source: Fikri Mastor, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Bill returning Sabah and Sarawak to equal partnership with Peninsular Malaysia is expected to be tabled in the next Parliament sitting. We find out more about the significance of the Bill, and where this takes us in fulfilling the MA63 agreement. Image Source: nzarep, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interstate borders have been open for a week now - but international travel is still tightly controlled, with Malaysians able to travel overseas, but foreign tourists not allowed to enter. An opinion piece by Dr Jayant Menon argues that we should just open our borders fully. We speak with him to find out more. *CORRECTION: As of 18 October, the quarantine period for travellers returning to Malaysia has been reduced to 7 days, and not 14 days as mentioned in the podcast. We regret this error. Image Source: Artturi Jalli, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A video has been circulating online, capturing a single mother's reactions after she was handed a mandatory death sentence for the possesion and distribution of illegal narcotics. We discuss the death penalty and how the legal system handles cases involving drug crimes. Image Source: Hasan Almasi, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Malaysian government has banned locals from participating in the ASEAN agriculture visa scheme introduced by Australia. We look at the possible reasons for this ban, and whether this move is beneficial or otherwise for the country. Image Source: Grape Things, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Umno information chief said that his roles include working on the recovery of the macro-economy and supporting the existing economics team - but there are some questions about the role itself. We look into why this is the case. Image Source: Shahril Hamdan FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new fathers’ rights advocacy group, FRAM, or the Father’s Rights Association of Malaysia, is calling for the laws around divorce and custody to keep up with the times. We discuss the custody rights of fathers, from the perspective of fathers. Image Source: Brittani Burns, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look into the Fake News Act under the Section 4(1) of the Emergency Ordinance 2021, following a report of a woman in Perlis being fined RM5,000 ringgit after pleading guilty to a charge of spreading fake news about Covid-19. Image Source: Tingey Injury Law Firm, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the unveiling of the Occupational Safety and Health Master Plan by the Prime Minister yesterday, we speak to safety practitioner Dr. Krishna Bala. He reflects on his takeaways from his professional journey in the safety field, and also discusses his recent book, My Life In Safety. Image Source: Abdul Razak Latif, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the unveiling of the Occupational Safety and Health Master Plan by the Prime Minister yesterday, we speak to safety practitioner Dr. Krishna Bala. He reflects on his takeaways from his professional journey in the safety field, and also discusses his recent book, My Life In Safety. Image Source: Abdul Razak Latif, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Civil society organisations are objecting to the Independent Police Conduct Commission Bill, or the IPCC Bill, in its current form. We look into the reasons behind this rejection, and what we can do to make it better. Image Source: Jaggat Rashidi, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents in the Klang Valley are facing yet another water cut, and many are using memes to cope. We talk about what makes a great meme and look at some favourites. Image Source: Tengyart, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Due to the many lockdowns, and at-home learning, many children haven’t been getting the kind of social contact they would have had in pre-Covid times. With the world reopening, we look at how kids and parents can think about resocialising. Image Source: Littlekidmoment, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Due to the many lockdowns, and at-home learning, many children haven’t been getting the kind of social contact they would have had in pre-Covid times. With the world reopening, we look at how kids and parents can think about resocialising. Image Source: Littlekidmoment, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced that the government is going to form a special committee and two task forces to take a closer look into these three cases respectively: the death of fireman Muhammad Adib, the allegations made by former AG Tan Sri Tommy Thomas, as well as the Pulau Batu Puteh dispute. We speak to criminal lawyer and activist Goh Cia Yee to shed some light on how these task forces function and whether this move will set a precedent for future investigations. Image Source: msyaraafiq, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday in Parliament, Hulu Langat MP Datuk Hasanuddin Mohd Yunus raised the issue of 'Tan Sri' and 'Datuk Seri' characters in TV dramas giving those titles a bad image by “engaging in immoral activities”. We discuss the MP's concern. Image Source: Parlimen Malaysia Youtube ChannelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the last day of the Parliament sitting, lawmakers discussed Malaysia's stance on the Aukus pact, Covid-19 testing for teachers, divorce petitions in the past year, and extending the school holidays. Image Source: Ketut Subiyanto, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gabungan Marhaen is organising a five day festival of forums starting tomorrow, which will lead up to the celebration of the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty this Sunday. We discuss what the forums will entail. Image Source: Gabungan Marhaen Official Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss what the resumption of interstate and international travel for fully vaccinated Malaysians will entail. Image Source: AR, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawmakers discussed the possibility of waiving accrued interests during the loan moratorium, and delays in the building of telecommunication towers under the JENDELA plan. Also, Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz tabled amendments to raise the debt ceiling for Covid spending, and Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's motion to debate the Pandora Papers was declined again by the Dewan Rakyat Speaker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During his debate on the 12th Malaysia Plan, Muar MP Syed Saddiq called for the government to openly discuss the pros and cons of approving the use of hemp and medical marijuana in Malaysia. We look at the existing scientific data, and discuss the impact of the paradigm shift among various countries on the issue. Image Source: Add Weed, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss the 12.7 billion public service announcement messages from MKN that we’ve all been getting over the course of the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A clip posted by a TikTok user sparked a discussion on whether the original context of the Squid Game series was preserved in its English subtitles. We speak to Jessica Kim, a Korean translator and Korean Language teacher, for her insights on the accuracy of the subtitles and whether they ultimately affect the viewing experience. Image Source: Daniel Constante, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former deputy prime minister, who is facing trial over corruption and money laundering, is asking the court to return his passport so he can travel to Germany for medical treatment. We look at what this process entails. Image Source: S.O, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to an article published by Numbeo, Klang is the most unsafe city, with the lowest rate of security in Southeast Asia. We speak to a Klang local to ask him about his own experience living in the city. Image Source: Muhd Imran Ismail, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to an article published by Numbeo, Klang is the most unsafe city, with the lowest rate of security in Southeast Asia. We speak to a Klang local to ask him about his own experience living in the city. Image Source: Muhd Imran Ismail, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat's highlights include discussions on the prohibition of the the sale of alcoholic beverages according to the Liquor License Guidelines by DBKL, updates on the abolishment of the Section 309 of the Penal Code that crimininalizes suicide, and a discussion on potholes that led to Federal Territories Minister giving out ministers' contact details for complaints. Also in today's session, we hear of the developments between Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng and Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on their skirmish over the cabotage policy. Image Source: Bill Kasman, PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat's highlights include discussions on the prohibition of the the sale of alcoholic beverages according to the Liquor License Guidelines by DBKL, updates on the abolishment of the Section 309 of the Penal Code that crimininalizes suicide, and a discussion on potholes that led to Federal Territories Minister giving out ministers' contact details for complaints. Also in today's session, we hear of the developments between Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng and Transport Minister Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong on their skirmish over the cabotage policy. Image Source: Bill Kasman, PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Melaka state assembly was dissolved yesterday, and according to law, a snap election must be called within 60 days. However, several political leaders have expressed worries about another post-election outbreak as seen in Sabah last year. We explore the possible scenarios. Image Souce: Shahjehan, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from today's Dewan Rakyat's proceedings include discussions on the COVID-19 booster shot, the controversial RUU355, as well as the option of postal voting for East Malaysians who work in Peninsular Malaysia. Also, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun rejected opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's motion to discuss the details of the Pandora Paper leak. Separately, Anwar Ibrahim expressed his dissatisfaction with the pace of reform, following the MOU that was signed on September 13 between the federal government and opposition leaders. Image Source: Parlimen FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MySejahtera has launched a "complaints" button that allows users to report SOP violations. We discuss if this is a good idea. Image Source: Rahman Aziz, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Myanmar has refused to cooperate with ASEAN’s requests for their envoy to have access to Aung San Suu Kyi. And now, Malaysia and Indonesia are warning this might mean Myanmar will be excluded from the upcoming ASEAN summit. We look at the possible repercussions of this development. Image Source: railway fx, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last night, Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp all went down for six hours. We look at the lessons to be learnt from the unprecedented blackout. Image Source: BigTunaOnline, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat today include discussions about a Bersatu member's derogatory remarks made against shuttler S. Kisona, and Tengku Zafrul Aziz's response about the Pandora Papers. Meanwhile, ministers began their winding-up speeches for the 12th Malaysia Plan, with MITI and the Defence Ministry among those under the spotlight. Image Source: Wesley Tingey, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Datuk Seri Azalina Othman has been appointed as the Prime Minister's special human rights and law minister. We look at what this role might entail, and what it signals about the government's stance on human rights reforms. Image Source: Azalina Othman Said Official Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Melaka chief minister and Sungai Udang assemblyman Datuk Seri Idris Haron has announced that the Melaka state government has fallen after three councillors resigned and an UMNO assemblyman withdrew his support for the chief minister Datuk Seri Sulaiman Md Ali, stating loss of confidence in his leadership. We look into the implications of this development. Image Source: Idris Haron Official Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Issues discussed at the Dewan Rakyat today include rewards for Olympic and Paralympic medalists, the state of unemployment, and efforts to prevent new Covid-19 variants from entering the country. We also look at some highlights from today's debate on the 12th Malaysia Plan. Image Source: Khairy Jamaluddin Official Facebook PageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world deals with issues of climate crisis, the oil and gas industry has been urged to amend its business model and prioritize renewable energy. We look into how this would affect us with Petronas. Image Source: Grant Durr, UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in Parliament, Syed Saddiq raised the issue of how much politicians earn, and all their different income sources including gratuity pay and pensions. We discuss what goes into their pay, and what needs to be reviewed. Image Source: Zai Di, ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new app called Lumi News Malaysia was developed recently, aimed to start people off with a good news headline daily. We explore the effects that this way of news consumption could have. Image Source: Ketut Subiyanto, PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.