Evening Edition

A major worry that's been expressed is that people will be sitting together in an enclosed space for hours in flight. Raymond Lim explains how the cabin air filtration process addresses this issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Malaysia starts the RMCO, Dr. Lee Boon Chye weighs in on the lifting of restrictions and what challenges lie ahead for the government in tackling the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Contact tracing is now a growing job opportunity in the US, especially for those who have found themselves out of work due to Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the state's Entrepreneur Development Committee chairman Rodziah Ismail, the changes are to address the lack of clarity in the current system of issuing business licences for hawking. We speak with Mohamed Zamri Mohammed for an on the ground perspective of the issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former Chief Minister of Sabah was acquitted of all 46 corruption and money laundering charges, the second high-profile discharge of personalities linked to the previous Barisan Nasional administration since the Perikatan Nasional government was installed in March. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China has advised Chinese nationals against travelling to Australia, citing racial discrimination. But this is also seen as a response to Australia's earlier calls for investigations into the origin of Covid-19. We discuss where the relationship between the countries might be heading. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In line with the theme of "Planet Over Profit" for World Environment Day 2020, we look at how companies can contribute to environmental sustainability, and unpack what green financing means. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a first look at the RM35 billion worth Penjana economic recovery plan, and discuss if it has what it takes to address the economic challenges brought by Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will the winds change? We break down Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's statements against Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and the government, and contemplate on the events that we might look forward to in the coming weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the event that snap polls are called, will Malaysians be prepared for it? How would it be held amidst the pandemic? We speak with Azhar Azizan Harun, Chairman of the Election Commission to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frozen fruit pulp has become a go-to for people to get their durian fix throughout the MCO and CMCO, but supply is expected to be low in the near future. We discuss the outlook for the durian industry in the coming months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many parents whose kids are in private or international schools are arguing that there should be a moratorium on school fees, or significant discouts, given that students aren't able to physically attend classes at the moment. We discuss what a fair compromise might look like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A travel bubble could be explored as the sector begins to reopen, according to MATTA Secretary-General Nigel Wong. We find out more from Shawn Tanis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#BlackoutTuesday began as a way for the music industry in the US to contemplate on how they've benefited from Black art, but it became conflated with other parts of the movement to the extent that it interrupted the information sharing process for protests on the ground. We consider how social media is shaping protests and activism today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a result of Covid-19, many are having to experience pay cuts and job losses. We speak with Linnet Lee to find out ways to manage finances while weathering the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 5000-person survey by Jobstreet finds 1 in 5 Malaysians retrenched during the MCO, with the hospitality sector being the most affected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So far, ASEAN has seen an overall lower mortality rate compared to other regions like Europe and South America. We explore how ASEAN countries have handled the pandemic, and where Malaysia stands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has announced that employers will have till August 31 to provide proper accommodation to workers, in line with the amendments to the Minimum Standards of Housing and Amenities Act. We discuss the on-ground situation of foreign workers' living conditions and how employers will need to adapt to the new requirements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MDEC is collaborating with Coursera to offer these online courses under its #mydigitalworkforce initiative, as a way to counter job losses during Covid-19 and address the future diversification of work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the pandemic continues, many people find themselves at risk of eviction due to an inability to pay rent. We discuss the need for legislation to protect vulnerable groups from eviction at this time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gym operators are expecting business to get worse in the coming months, as memberships are cancelled and more people opt to work out at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As protests enter the sixth day following the death of George Floyd, we look at the contexts behind the reactions and where things are heading in the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend, yet another audio clip was leaked, allegedly showing Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin suggesting to "buy over" UMNO members with GLC positions and ministerships, to get them to join Bersatu. We discuss the implications of this development and consider if Pakatan Harapan has what it takes to retake federal power. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting June 1, Section 17A of the MACC Act will come into force where companies will be held liable for acts of gratification carried out by their employees. We explore the significance of the new enforcement and how companies will need to adapt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Competition and Markets Authority in the UK is probing wedding venue operators that attempt to pocket advance payments or impose unreasonable cancellation fees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.