Evening Edition

Aiman speaks with Apot anak Saat, former VAT 69 trooper who fought against the communists and was renowned for his tracking skills in the jungle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Datuk Paul Kiong received the Seri Pahlawan Gagah Perkasa medal for his efforts combating the communist insurgency. He shares his stories about becoming an undercover agent, how he captured 43 insurgents without bloodshed, and what peace means to him 30 years after the signing of the Hat Yai Peace Accord.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include a refutal of the vote of no confidence against PKR President Anwar Ibrahim, an update on urban rural migration, and a brief look at Series 2 of the Auditor General's Report 2018.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has set November 30 as the deadline for residents to provide feedback on the new deal offered by the government, but response has been mild. We take a look at what happens after the deadline passes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An article on Quartz argues that sales like Black Friday attract mainly low-value customers with low brand loyalty. But Hans-Peter Ressel, former CEO of LAZADA Malaysia, thinks that it's crucial for businesses to engage in these sales events.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human rights activists are raising alarm, after the Singapore government used the Protection From Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) to force Facebook to issue a correction notice on a post.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massive Attack are the latest to make a pledge to reduce the environmental impact of live music gigs, following musicians like Coldplay who will not be going on tour to promote its new album due to environmental concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The recent incidences where there was a lack of quorum in Parliament raised the question, are our MPs not getting enough rest? We discuss with an MP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Moon Jae-in has promised to boost two-way trade to 200 billion USD next year from the current 160 billion USD. We take a look at South Korea's trade relations, and the impact on Malaysia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What implications would an exemption for large families have on road safety? We explore that along with solutions that may resolve the dilemmas that come with mandatory child safety restraintsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of the logistical issues in this year's SEA Games, we discuss the impact of hosting mega sporting events on diplomacy and international relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The move comes after more than 200 suspected cases of vaping-related lung injury and three confirmed deaths in Massachusetts alone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat today include child restraint seats in vehicles, allegations of use of public funds for the flying car project, and the Opposition's rejection of the IPCMC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at the case of Abd Helmi bin Ab Halim, a Malaysian citizen who has been convicted and sentenced to death for allegedly trafficking into Singapore. He is scheduled to be executed on the morning of Friday, 22nd November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad warned that economically frustrated youths can bring unrest in the country. We discuss the current situation among the Malaysian youth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng revealed that the initiative will be rolled out in stages, and it will aim to create entry into workforce and support for up to 350,000 jobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court has ruled that the Prime Minister and ministers are public officials, meaning that the public can sue them for misfeasance. We look at the concept of misfeasance and what the ruling will mean for ordinary Malaysians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court has ruled that the Prime Minister and ministers are public officials, meaning that the public can sue them for misfeasance. We look at the concept of misfeasance and what the ruling will mean for ordinary Malaysians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Among the highlights today include a protest against detention without trial under Sosma, an accusation of cronyism in the Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Based Industry, and speculations of a Cabinet reshuffle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate Universal Children's Day, four kids talk about their career aspirations and take a crash course on how to start a business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate Universal Children's Day, four kids geek out about their favourite subject, science.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A study by the Economic Intelligence Unit has found that climate change could shave off 3% of world economic growth over the next 30 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A lack of quorum in the Lower House, calls to abolish the Sosma, and an altercation between two MPs in the Parliament lobby were some of the highlights today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Poor sanitation is linked to environmental and public health problems, such as access to clean water and the spread of diseases. We look at a project that sets out to solve these problems in areas of low water supply and lack of access to electricity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at the high-tech toilets of Japan - from the self-cleaning ones, to those that sing to mask bodily noises - and discuss what makes them a phenomenon in the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a buffet in today's session - from flying cars and chocolate-based toothpaste to e-sports and 3D jobs in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a buffet in today's session - from flying cars and chocolate-based toothpaste to e-sports and 3D jobs in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Barisan Nasional's landslide victory in Tanjung Piai by-election, we look at what it means for Pakatan Harapan moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some news on tech in agriculture: drones are transforming palm oil production in Indonesia and Malaysia as they are being used to spot forest fires, collect data and find leakages in irrigation systems.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finas wants to regulate Netflix and make sure that local content instil good values. We discuss how feasible it is and whether it is necessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss if a fact-checker system as proposed by the Ministry of Communication and Multimedia Affairs will be effective in combating fake news and misinformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sales of fenbendazole shot up in South Korea, following online claims that it cures human cancer, according to the South China Morning Post .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barisan Nasional won the Tanjung Piai by-election by a huge 15,086 majority. We discuss what went wrong for Pakatan Harapan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's highlights include the swearing-in of Datuk Seri Wee Jeck Seng as Tanjung Piai MP, phone tapping, and politicians visiting schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We learn how some schools in India are integrating tech into their institutions and the lessons Malaysia can learn from them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Petaling Jaya Subordinate Shariah Court has not withdrawn the charges against Ezra despite the Court of Appeal quashing the charges back in SeptemberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We unpack the water agreement between Malaysia and Singapore, and why we still buy treated water from our southern neighbour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is after a 4.9% expansion in the second quarter; however Bank Negara governor Datuk Nor Samsiah Yunus insists the economy will remain positive moving into the last quarter of the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a good host? Do you think Malaysians are hospitable? We talk about the art of hospitality and how it is expressed across different cultures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with an employer who's a dad of three, for his thoughts on the push for seven days' paternity leave in the private sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Progress updates on the smoking ban, an urgent call for vape regulations and a rollback on campaigning requirements were some of the highlights from today's sitting in Dewan Rakyat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newer gadgets from the tech company indicate that the company might be favouring thicker silhouettes that can offer better functions and features.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look back on the challenges and milestones faced by Malaysiakini over the years, and what moving forward means in the changing media landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's highlights include the demand for more paternity leave days, Malaysia and Singapore's water agreement, and the mental health of students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss some suggestions that have been made for Civil Aviation Authority Malaysia to regain its status as a Category One Aviation Regulator by the US Federal Aviation Authority (FAA).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

...so says disgruntled politicians in the lead up to the Tanjung Piai by-election. Election Commission Chairman Art Harun sets the record straight on who set the rules and why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We examine Bank Negara's proposed cash transaction limit of RM25,000, and how it might play a role in combating financial crime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disgruntled users are calling to #mansuhTouchNGo, following PLUS Malaysia's decision to remove top up lanes from its toll plazas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at the cultural and social stress that often accompanies the opportunity and experience of studying overseas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's highlights include a visit by the Cambodian Opposition politicians, Macau and love scams, and an accusation of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad meddling in Datuk Seri Najib Razak's trial. Also, a reminder for MPs to keep up-to-date with parliamentary proceedings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.