Evening Edition

We check in with Melinda Lee, a Malaysian student studying in the US, to see how she's doing amidst the soaring Covid-19 cases and uncertainties around the Trump government's stance on international student visas.

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We speak with James Chai about the significance of the state assembly's approval of the motion, which sets out to urge the federal government to enact an anti-party hopping bill.

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Following our interview with Shahril Hamdan on his suggestion for the federal government to guarantee jobs, we speak with economist Lee Hwok Aun about the feasibility of implementing such a scheme in Malaysia.

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Inspector-General of Police, Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador vows to use SOSMA on those who claim to be gangsters. We speak to S. Pasupathi to understand how youth become involved in gangsterism, and whether the controversial law will be effective in addressing the problem.

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With the world economy having suffered severe impacts in the first half of 2020, we consider the global outlook for the second half of the year.

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Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Shafie Apdal suggests that making East Malaysia an economic hub could boost the country's economy. We speak to Rahezzal Shah for his thoughts.

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Pontian MP Ahmad Maslan has suggested bringing back the National Service Training Programme to increase the spirit of patriotism amongst the youth. We speak to alumni Daryl Ong and Tharmelinggem Pillai about their experiences and thoughts.

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Highlights from Parliament today include some confusion around asset declarations, the possibility of e-voting, and a bipartisan call against Israel's annexation plan.

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Police have increased the number of roadblocks to curb drink driving. We consider what you should do, and what your rights are, when pulled over for suspected drinking.

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The third day of parliament sittings see the announcement of tougher laws on drunk driving, and questions asked about the status of UN refugees who were evicted from their homes. Melissa Tiong talks to us about MP Wee Ka Siong and MP Hishammudin's press conferences that followed.

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