Evening Edition

We look at a report which states that strong government support has stopped many airlines from going bankrupt. Shawn Tanis gives us the details.

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We examine KRI's study on Malaysia's lack of open data in an attempt to understand why accessible big data is necessary in a democracy, and how a government's policies can be strengthened with the use of open data. Dr. Lau Cher Han gives us his insight.

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We check in with YB Zuraida Kamaruddin to see how she's coping with home quarantine, and discuss the recent backlash on ministers who failed to observe the necessary SOPs after returning from Sabah.

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Shopping malls are experiencing a fall in foot traffic, as several outlets report Covid-19 cases. We speak with Tan Sri Dato Teo Chiang Kok to understand how the sector is coping with this setback, and the steps taken to regain consumer confidence.

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The spotlight on Sabah continues, as the Batu Sapi constituency begins its search for a successor to the late Datuk Liew Vui Keong. We speak with Andrew Khoo about why he's pushing for politicians to refrain from contesting in the upcoming by-election.

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Motorists in Kuala Lumpur are caught by surprise as DBKL transitions fully to mobile app-based parking systems. Shawn and Lynn talk about their mobile payment woes and more.

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The spike in Covid-19 cases has sparked off fears in the tourism industry of another possible lockdown, which will disrupt the recovery of the sector. We speak to Nigel Wong about his concerns, and the measures the government could take to protect the industry.

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The MCMC is proposing for state governments to introduce policies that would make internet access a basic utility in residential areas. How will these policies change the way internet is distributed across the country? We speak to Suaran Singh Sidhu to find out.

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The MCMC is proposing for state governments to introduce policies that would make internet access a basic utility in residential areas. How will these policies change the way internet is distributed across the country? We speak to Suaran Singh Sidhu to find out.

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As Covid-19 cases continue to rise, the NUTP is pushing for the government to allow state and district education departments, as well as school administers, to decide whether to close down schools. Harry Tan shares with us his thoughts.

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