Evening Edition

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has announced that a new independent Malay-based political party will be formed, with an aim to continue the fight against kleptocracy. Would this new party further split the electorate? Was this move necessary? We speak to James Chai for his insight. Image Source: Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad's Official Twitter, @chedetofficial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Disney has announced that the much-awaited film will premiere exclusively on Disney+ for a $30 premium rental fee. Sabrina Magdalene gives us the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former Penang chief minister was charged today for corruption, in connection with the Penang undersea tunnel project. We speak with Tricia Yeoh about how this development will affect DAP's standing should a snap election take place. Image Source: EPA-EFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include the tabling of the Temporary Measures for Government Financing (Covid-19) Bill, making local government meetings public, counterfeit notes and the ceiling price of face masks. Image Source: EPA-EFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US has seen an uptick in food chains adopting drive-thru technology for a safe and healthy meal experience. Sabrina Magdalene gives us the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several MPs have claimed that food aid was not distributed properly during the MCO due to a lack of bipartisan coordination. We discuss when politics should be set aside for effective governance, and how cooperation can be cultivated across the political divide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Temporary Measures for Government Financing (Covid-19) Bill was tabled in the Dewan Rakyat today. If it is passed, it will see the national debt ceiling raising from 55% to 60% of the national GDP. We speak to Jayant Menon to find out what this means for the Malaysian in the street. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss yesterday's raids on Al Jazeera, Astro and Unifi TV over the documentary "Locked Up in Malaysia's Lockdown", and talk about the impact on media freedom in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suicide is considered a criminal act in Malaysia, but that may not actually help reduce suicide cases in the country. We talk about taking alternative approaches to addressing suicide, and preparing for a mental health pandemic due to Covid-19. Where to get help: Talian Kasih 24 Hour Helpline: 15999 Whatsapp: 019-2615999 Email: taliannur@kpwkm.gov.my Befrienders 24 Hour Helpline: +603-76272929 Sky...

Suicide is considered a criminal act in Malaysia, but that may not actually help reduce suicide cases in the country. We talk about taking alternative approaches to addressing suicide, and preparing for a mental health pandemic due to Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has announced a special fund for wage subsidies to attract locals to the rubber sector. Will this work? We get J Solomon's thoughts. Image Source: EPA-EFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has announced a special fund for wage subsidies to attract locals to the rubber sector. Will this work? We get J Solomon's thoughts. Image Source: EPA-EFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysians who used to work in Singapore are reportedly finding it difficult to find employment in Johor Bahru. Sabrina Magdalene explains why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include discussions around foreign labour, flying cars and speculations of a RM270,000 monthly food bill for Perikatan Nasional MPs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Sabah state polls slated to happen in the coming weeks, we speak to Azmi Sharom about the daunting task ahead for the EC in executing the first state-wide election since the start of the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Malaysian Insight reports that 100 local MM2H consultancies are poised to shut down, with the suspension of the Malaysia My Second Home programme. We speak with Andy Davison about the impact on the sector. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government hopes to reduce Malaysians' daily water use to 180 litres per person by 2025. What might be some effective strategies to do so? Are there factors beyond the consumer's control? We speak to Charles Santiago, former Chairman of SPAN to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is encouraging Malaysians to plant vegetables in their homes to improve their diet. Sabrina gives us the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include discussions around the need for school closures in Covid-19 red zones, the possibility of a special law to address contempt of court, and the government's plans to revise the bankruptcy threshold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dato Seri Hadi Awang was quoted in an interview with Utusan stating that regardless who gets a larger seat allocation, all parties under Muafakat Nasional must be sincere in order to win, in the event of a snap election. We look at the dynamics among Umno, PAS and Bersatu in the ongoing negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Ministry is asking the youth to share their ideas and proposals for the upcoming budget. We discuss the current concerns of the youth, and what approaches are needed to address unemployment within the population. You can email your ideas to bt2021@treasury.gov.my. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Finance Ministry is asking the youth to share their ideas and proposals for the upcoming budget. We discuss the current concerns of the youth, and what approaches are needed to address unemployment within the population. [next line] You can email your ideas to bt2021@treasury.gov.my. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include calls for more funding to curb child pornography, efforts to address deaths of children who were left in vehicles, and clarification on the mandatory use of face masks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hospitals in the US are using tech-run employee badges to track health workers' movements in the hospital, in order to contain the spread of Covid-19. Sabrina Magdalene gives us the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UMNO won't formalise the Perikatan Nasional coalition, while Bersatu has reportedly agreed to join Muafakat Nasional in the next General Election. We navigate the developments with Dr Mustafa Izzuddin. Image Source: EPA-EFE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.