Evening Edition

Today's highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include discussions on the use of body cameras by the police, the cost of Malaysia's participation in COVAX, and Umno President Zahid Hamidi's calls to prioritise a motion of confidence for the Prime Minister. Image Source: S.O, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Zoo Negara announcing they only have the funds to last for another three months, we speak with Dr Kevin Lazarus on what adjustments zoos have made in terms of operating costs, and how important public donations are to their operations. And then, we talk to Shawn Tanis, BFM's resident animal advocate, for his thoughts on the issue. Image Source: Jan Rey Gaitera, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/lis...

Under DBKL's new liquor policy, sundry shops, convenience stores, and Chinese medicine shops won't be allowed to sell hard liquor. We explore the pros and cons of this with P. David Marshel and Hong Chee Meng. Image Source: Fernando García, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include an amendment to the Standing Order during Minister's Question Time, statistics on abusers of the wage subsidy programme, and Pejuang's demands for twelve amendments to the current budget. Image Source: Khairil Ajhar Jaafar, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourism groups are pleading for the government to consider allowing travel between green zones, to keep the industry afloat. We look at both sides of the conversation by speaking to a public health specialist, and a tourism industry player. Image Source: Christian Fregnan, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysians can now apply for a temporary business permit to open a stall free of charge in the Federal Territories, in a bid by the government to address unemployment. We speak with Datuk M Ali for his thoughts on the initiative, and hear his concerns. Image Source: Izlan Somai, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The i-Sinar facility allows eligible EPF members to access savings from Account 1, though members must replenish the amount withdrawn at a later date. What should one consider before applying? We discuss with Linnet Lee. Image Source: SL Chen, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include updates on the Talian Kasih hotline, discussions about the implementation of policies under MA63, a minister’s advice to the wedding industry, and calls for salary cuts for MPs chairing GLCs. Image Source: S.O., Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In light of the Home Ministry's statement that 756 children are being held in immigration detainment centres, we speak to Zaid Malek about the need to find alternative solutions. Image Source: Erik Mclean, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include discussions on school closures in green zones, updates on securing the Covid-19 vaccine, how the government is handling fake news, and concerns of frontliners working on a contract basis. Image Source: Kelli McClintock, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UM graduate Wong Yan Ke was charged in court today, after he livestreamed a police raid on a house in Selangor last week, and disobeyed a police officer's order to stop. We speak with Foong Cheng Leong about whether the public has the right to record the police. Image Source: ChiccoDodiFC, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Robinsons announces the closing of its stores in Malaysia and Singapore, we take a look at the challenges department stores have faced with changing consumer habits, and how the pandemic has further excarbated these challenges. Image Source: fiphoto, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Robinsons announces the closing of its stores in Malaysia and Singapore, we take a look at the challenges department stores have faced with changing consumer habits, and how the pandemic has further excarbated these challenges. Image Source: fiphoto, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about the government's #LightUpBlue campaign to appreciate frontliners caring for patients with diabetes, and speak to a frontliner for his thoughts. Image Source: Lily Banse, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bukit Gasing residents can now get rapid antigen tests at a subsidised price of RM60. We speak with Rajiv Rishyakaran to find out how this was made possible. Residents can register by sending a photo of their IC via WhatsApp to 016-306 4104. Image Source: Medakit Ltd, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Various quarters within the football industry have expressed disappointment with the cancellation of the Malaysia Cup. We speak with Ahmad Muzammil to find out how this will affect the national football scene. Image Source: Nathan Rogers, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include discussions on initiatives to protect employees, an argument between the Speaker and the Kepong MP, and Tun M's speech on Budget 2021. Image Source: Lens Hitam, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has reduced the statutory rate of EPF contributions from 11% to 9% for next year, in its efforts to boost the livelihoods of the rakyat. We speak with Joyce Chuah for her thoughts on deciding whether to lower or maintain one's EPF contributions. Image Source: Najmi Arif, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Biden winning the presidential election over the weekend, the next step he would have to take is to prepare to take on office come January 2021. How does government transitions work in the US? We speak to Bunn Nagara to find out. Image Source: Ron Adar, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from the Dewan Rakyat include debates around a motion to replace existing Parliamentary select committees, discussions about the Klang Valley Double Tracking Phase 2 project, and the privatisation of local leagues and football teams. Image Source: Laboo Studio, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The National Union of Bank Employees (NUBE) is calling for a comprehensive probe on the death of a worker, who had crashed his car into his former company's premises after being terminated. We speak to J Solomon to understand the support currently provided to workers, particularly those who face termination. Image Source: Benjamin Child, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Today's highlights include discussions on preparing students for SPM, graduate employment initiatives, and Datuk Seri Najib Razak's declaration that Barisan Nasional will give conditional support to the government's budget. Image Source: YuriAbas, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the rakyat and MPs across the divide question JASA's RM85.5million allocation in the budget, we take a look at the functions of the controversial unit, and if the allocation is justified. Image Source: Luis Villasmil, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world inches closer to obtaining a Covid-19 vaccine, we take a look at the considerations that determine the price of the vaccine, and how it can be made affordable to all. Image Source: Sam Moqadam, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at the various offerings of Budget 2021 with Amarjeet Singh and Farah Rosley, to understand if the allocations address the concerns of the M40 group in the context of the pandemic. Image Source: rupixen.com, Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.