Among the headlines for Wednesday, 12th August 2020, the Election Commission (EC) estimates a cost of RM1.2 billion if Malaysia holds a snap general election during the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Also, Russia has become the first country to grant regulatory approval to a COVID-19 vaccine after less than two months of human testing. It expects to put the vaccine into mass production by the end of the year.

 

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Has the pandemic dampened the spirits of investors backing early-stage startups? Angel investor Ben Lim of NEXEA Angels tells Cynthia Ng why his investment strategy remains the same - with or without COVID-19. He also tells where he's placing his bets during times of uncertainty.

With a history spanning almost 50 years - they just celebrated 49 years - one local expression of the international Islamic movement and “political Islam” has evolved over time. Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, President, Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (ABIM).

How have public perceptions and organisational self-perception shaped the growth of one of the most recognisable names in the world of Islamic NGOs. Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, President, Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (ABIM).

In an era of toxic politics, what is the way forward and what is the message? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, President, Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (ABIM).

Among the headlines for Tuesday, 11th August 2020, the spotlight is on former Penang chief minister Lim Guan Eng, his wife Betty Chew Gek Cheng and businesswoman Phang Li Koon who were charged at the Sessions Court in Butterworth today. The trio plead not guilty to all charges.

Also, updates from the ongoing SRC trial, whereby the prosecution has filed an appeal to increase the sentence of 12 years jail and RM210 million fine on former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak for misappropriation of funds.

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