Evening Edition

Six mothers and an umbrella group called The Association of Family and Welfare Selangor & KL have filed a constitutional challenge, seeking a declaration that Malaysian mothers can automatically convey their nationality to their children if they’re born abroad and have foreign fathers. We speak with lawyer Chee Yoke Ling about the background to the challenge. After that, we hear Wai Li's...

As we wrap up 2020, we look back at the biggest news this year - starting with the virus that has disrupted normal life as we knew it. In this year-end special, we revisit how it all started, a frontliner's story, and the anxieties surrounding Covid-19 vaccines. Image Source: Macau Photo Agency, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Federal Territories Minister Ku Nan was sentenced to 12 months' jail and fined RM2m today by the KL High Court, for his RM2m corruption case. We speak to Cynthia Gabriel for her thoughts on this ruling, and discuss how this decision might affect future corruption trials involving high-profile individuals. Image Source: ashadhodhomei, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

The Federal Territories Minister has announced that all flats in KL above 40 years old will be receiving a face lift under the Urban Renewal Programme. We speak to Ihsan Zainal Mokhtar for his thoughts on what this face lift should include. Correction: We mentioned in the podcast that the government is planning to expand these flats to 750-800 square meters. It is actually 750-800 square feet.&nbs...

The Federal Territories Minister has announced that all flats in KL above 40 years old will be receiving a face lift under the Urban Renewal Programme. We speak to Ihsan Zainal Mokhtar for his thoughts on what this face lift should include. Correction: We mentioned in the podcast that the government is planning to expand these flats to 750-800 square meters. It is actually 750-800 square feet.&nbs...

Higher Education Minister Datuk Noraini Ahmad announced that her ministry wants students to have a marketability rate of 75% in 2021. We speak with Elizabeth Lee, CEO of Sunway University, about the role of universities in boosting the marketability of graduates. Image Source: Adeolu Eletu, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, the Ipoh High Court ordered the police to submit a full report on their efforts to find Indira Gandhi's daughter, Prasana. Indira's lawyer, Rajesh Nagarajan, said that the police has failed to file a single report since 2014. We speak with him to find out more. Image Source: NAUFAL ZAQUAN, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pantun and the Wangkang ceremony have been recognised as intangible cultural heritage under Unesco. We speak with Pauline Fan about how these cultural forms have evolved over time, and what impact this recognition will have. Image Source: Digital Images, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting January 1st, the government will tax all cigarettes at duty-free islands and zones, as part of efforts to combat the smuggling of cigarettes. Will this be effective? We speak with Dr Zarihah Zain to for her thoughts. Image Source: vladee, shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The vulnerability of contract workers is in the spotlight, as Opposition MPs and NGOs like JPKK call for the government to absorb them into the civil service to better protect their rights. We speak to Sivaranjani Manickam about difficulties these workers face, and speak to Professor Dr. Rajah Rasiah for his views. To reach out to JPKK, you can call their hotline at +60 11-1076 7989 Image Source:...

After failing to block the final Budget 2021 vote, Mat Sabu and Lim Guan Eng released a joint statement calling for a political reset in Pakatan Harapan. We speak to Adib Zalkapli for his thoughts on what this reset means, and what the future looks like for the coalition. Image Source: msyaraafiq, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the vaccines set to be available in countries worldwide (including ours!), we speak to Dr Mahaletchumy Arujanan to understand what the government can do better in relaying information on the vaccines, and discuss which groups should be first in line to receive it. Image Source: Daniel Schludi, Unsplash Dr Mahaletchumy Arujanan, Executive Director, Malaysian Biotechnology Information Centre Se...

The Shariah Court released and acquitted Ezra Zaid today, ending an eight-year-long trial over the Malay-language publication of Irshad Manji's book, Allah, Liberty and Love. We check in with how he's feeling after this win, and talk about what's next for him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Shariah Court released and acquitted Ezra Zaid today, ending an eight-year-long trial over the Malay-language publication of Irshad Manji's book, Allah, Liberty and Love. We check in with how he's feeling after this win, and talk about what's next for him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today was the last day of the Dewan Rakyat in session for 2020. Highlights of the debates include a motion to debate an anti-sexual harrassment law in the next sitting, resumption of the ferry service in Penang Port, and a suggestion for MPs to be vaccinated first, in order to lead by example. Image Source: CDC, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The iconic Penang Ferry will cease its operations on January 1st, and it will be replaced by speedboats. We speak with Trevor Sibert about his nostalgia for the Penang Ferry, and his thoughts on alternative modes of transport. Image Source: Azhana Binti Zainuddin, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home Minister Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin announced that stateless persons will have a one-year window to submit their documents, in order to apply for citizenship. But activists argue that having insufficient documents is one of the key challenges they face. We speak with Maalini Ramalo to find out more. Image Source: Alistair McDonald, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

The Dewan Rakyat heard the second reading of various amendments to bills such as Finance Bill 2020, Customs Bill 1967 and the Excise Bill. Highlights includes discussions on the nation's tax revenue projection and questions on why the amendments should be made right now. Image Source: YuriAbas, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dewan Rakyat heard the second reading of various amendments to bills such as Finance Bill 2020, Customs Bill 1967 and the Excise Bill. Highlights includes discussions on the nation's tax revenue projection and questions on why the amendments should be made right now. Image Source: Laboo Studio, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Budget 2021 was passed at the third reading with a slim majority, with 111 MPs voting in favour, and 108 against. We speak to Dr. Oh Ei Sun for his insights on what political ramifications this would have. Image Source: Aaron Lee, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Top Glove worker Yubaraj Khadka was reportedly terminated, after he shared photos revealing a lack of physical distancing in the factory he was working in. We speak to J Solomon to understand the rights of whistleblowers in the workplace, and what protections are available to them. Image Source: Filip Filkovic Philatz, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you do after opening delivery packages? Have you ever wondered about the safety of your personal information on the delivery labels? We speak to Adzim Halim of Ninja Van Malaysia, to discuss what they are doing to protect customers' personal information. Image Source: Claudio Schwarz, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak wrote a Facebook post, asking why tech giants like Google, Amazon and Tesla are choosing to invest in Indonesia over Malaysia. Is Malaysia really falling out of favour with foreign investors? We speak with Dr Jayant Menon for his thoughts. Image Source: OhTilly, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include discussions on Malaysia's Fitch rating downgrade, GLC appointments, and measures to revive the aviation industry. The session ended with the passing of the third reading of Budget 2021. Image Source: Lens Hitam, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaked messages, internal criticisms, opportunists - all the latest drama in PKR. We speak to Professor Datuk Dr Shamsul to understand the alledged criticisms made by PKR Youth Chief towards party president Anwar Ibrahim. We also get his thoughts on the surprise press conference by Ku Li and Tun Mahathir. Image Source: YuriAbas, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.