Evening Edition

The government will be setting up a Cabinet Special Council to look into the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963, instead of a Parliamentary Select Council as planned by the Pakatan Harapan government. We speak to Subang MP Wong Chen to understand the difference between the two and the impact it would have on MA63.

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A viral video showed a student receiving a RM1000 fine for wearing his face mask incorrectly, prompting an outcry among netizens who point out that politicians are not being fined despite disobeying the mandatory face mask rule. We speak to Surendra Ananth about strengthening equal enforcement and accountability.

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Today's Dewan Rakyat highlights include discussions around HPV and pap smear tests, updates on the implementation of MA63, and calls for authorities to protect whistleblowers.

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The government is planning to create a permanent post for sign language interpreters in all government agencies, but advocates say that it's important for interpreters to be trained and accredited. We speak with Wan Zuraidah Abu to find out why. Image Source: EPA-EFE

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Contract work has become more commonplace due to the pandemic. We speak with Joelle Pang for her insights into the changing job market, and how jobseekers can navigate the new environment.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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.

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