[KiniNews] In the latest development of the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, the whistleblower has released the full video recordings implicating several assemblypersons.The whistleblower claimed the videos document discussions about returning alleged bribes given to the politicians to secure support for a mining exploration licence application.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah Finance Minister Masidi Manjun and his special officer have denied the whistleblower’s allegation that a large sum of money was offered as bribes to support the latter’s application for a mineral exploration licence.One of the videos from the whistleblower purportedly took place at Masidi’s office on Jan 11, and involved discussions over an alleged sum of RM300,000, said to be a portion that had been “handed over” from a full purported amount of RM3 million.Malaysiakini has contacted the others implicated in the video and the Chief Minister’s Office for comment.___________________Our quality, investigative journalism needs your support. Contact us at +6017-323-0707 to be our lifetime subscriber, or renew your package now. You can also send a gift of a subscription to a friend or you can also donate to us by clicking on the links below.Donation: https://static01.malaysiakini.com/donation/en/?amount=50&amp;campaign=sabah-story&amp;redirectUrl=https://www.malaysiakini.com/en Gift subs: https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/gift?&amp;internal_source=sabah-story Subscribe: Start Malaysiakini Membership 

[KiniNews] In the latest development of the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, the whistleblower has released the full video recordings implicating several assemblypersons.The whistleblower claimed the videos document discussions about returning alleged bribes given to the politicians to secure support for a mining exploration licence application.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sabah Finance Minister Masidi Manjun and his special officer have denied the whistleblower’s allegation that a large sum of money was offered as bribes to support the latter’s application for a mineral exploration licence.One of the videos from the whistleblower purportedly took place at Masidi’s office on Jan 11, and involved discussions over an alleged sum of RM300,000, said to be a portion that had been “handed over” from a full purported amount of RM3 million.Malaysiakini has contacted the others implicated in the video and the Chief Minister’s Office for comment.___________________Our quality, investigative journalism needs your support. Contact us at +6017-323-0707 to be our lifetime subscriber, or renew your package now. You can also send a gift of a subscription to a friend or you can also donate to us by clicking on the links below.Donation: https://static01.malaysiakini.com/donation/en/?amount=50&amp;campaign=sabah-story&amp;redirectUrl=https://www.malaysiakini.com/en Gift subs: https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/gift?&amp;internal_source=sabah-story Subscribe: Start Malaysiakini Membership

#KiniNews: Sabah scandal - Whistleblower releases 7 full videos; Masidi denies 'RM300k in bag' claim

Opposition MPs have called for all quarters involved in flood aid efforts in Kelantan, Terengganu, and Kedah to involve the elected representatives of the affected areas.Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said this is to prevent wastage.“We, elected representatives, are more aware of the situation on the ground. So, I urge all parties, including the government, to contact us. If we are not directly involved, I think a lot of resources that could help the people will be wasted,” he said.

Opposition MPs have called for all quarters involved in flood aid efforts in Kelantan, Terengganu, and Kedah to involve the elected representatives of the affected areas.Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said this is to prevent wastage.“We, elected representatives, are more aware of the situation on the ground. So, I urge all parties, including the government, to contact us. If we are not directly involved, I think a lot of resources that could help the people will be wasted,” he said.

Floods: Wan Fayhsal calls on all quarters to coordinate aid with MPs

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has testified that he had never set foot in fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho's (Jho Low) house at Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur.The former finance minister pointed out that it was multiple former members of 1MDB's management who admitted having visited Low's house, and thus amounted to being part of a conspiracy to commit wrongdoing at 1MDB.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has testified that he had never set foot in fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho's (Jho Low) house at Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur.The former finance minister pointed out that it was multiple former members of 1MDB's management who admitted having visited Low's house, and thus amounted to being part of a conspiracy to commit wrongdoing at 1MDB.

'I have never been to Low’s residence' - Najib

Sabah Finance Minister Masidi Manjun and his special officer have denied a whistleblower’s allegation that a large sum of money was offered as bribes to support the latter’s application for a mineral exploration licence.The whistleblower, who is a businessperson, today released seven full recordings of his discussions, one of which purportedly took place at Masidi’s office on Jan 11, involving an alleged sum of RM300,000, said to be a portion that had been “handed over” from a full purported amount of RM3 million.“What I remembered was that he (whistleblower) offered to donate to the party, and I responded there was no need for him to do so,” said the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) secretary-general.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727827

Sabah Finance Minister Masidi Manjun and his special officer have denied a whistleblower’s allegation that a large sum of money was offered as bribes to support the latter’s application for a mineral exploration licence.The whistleblower, who is a businessperson, today released seven full recordings of his discussions, one of which purportedly took place at Masidi’s office on Jan 11, involving an alleged sum of RM300,000, said to be a portion that had been “handed over” from a full purported amount of RM3 million.“What I remembered was that he (whistleblower) offered to donate to the party, and I responded there was no need for him to do so,” said the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) secretary-general.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727827

'I do not recall the conversation'  - Masidi denies 'RM300k in bag' claim

The whistleblower in the Sabah scandal has released seven full recordings of his discussions with different assemblypersons. In this first part, there are two videos, one on a discussion between the whistleblower and state finance minister Masidi Manjun and the second with Sindumin assemblyperson Yusof Yacob.Malaysiakini has contacted those implicated and the Chief Minister’s Office for comment.Full story | Videos inside:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727790

The whistleblower in the Sabah scandal has released seven full recordings of his discussions with different assemblypersons. In this first part, there are two videos, one on a discussion between the whistleblower and state finance minister Masidi Manjun and the second with Sindumin assemblyperson Yusof Yacob.Malaysiakini has contacted those implicated and the Chief Minister’s Office for comment.Full story | Videos inside:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727790

Sabah Videos Part 1: ‘Money in bag’ and 'RM500k in installments'

In the latest development of the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, the whistleblower has released the full video recordings implicating several assemblypersons.The whistleblower claimed the videos document discussions about returning alleged bribes given to the politicians to secure support for a mining exploration licence application.Speaking to Malaysiakini, lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, who is representing the whistleblower on a pro bono basis revealed that his client chose to disclose the full recordings after receiving a discouraging response from the authorities.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727781

In the latest development of the alleged corruption scandal in Sabah, the whistleblower has released the full video recordings implicating several assemblypersons.The whistleblower claimed the videos document discussions about returning alleged bribes given to the politicians to secure support for a mining exploration licence application.Speaking to Malaysiakini, lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, who is representing the whistleblower on a pro bono basis revealed that his client chose to disclose the full recordings after receiving a discouraging response from the authorities.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727781

Whistleblower releases full videos on Sabah scandal

Perak opposition chief Razman Zakaria has reportedly apologised to Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad over the former’s speech in a recent rally at the Menara Condong Teluk Intan.Razman, who is also Perak PAS chief, claimed that his speech, where he had allegedly insulted Saarani, had been taken out of context.Note:AI Voiceover

Perak opposition chief Razman Zakaria has reportedly apologised to Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad over the former’s speech in a recent rally at the Menara Condong Teluk Intan.Razman, who is also Perak PAS chief, claimed that his speech, where he had allegedly insulted Saarani, had been taken out of context.Note:AI Voiceover

Razman apologises to Perak MB over 'biadab' remark

The freezing of Bersatu’s bank accounts was conducted in accordance with the law and not arbitrarily, says Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Legal and Prosecution Division director Shaharuddin Wan Ladin.He said that the action was taken under Section 50(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act (AMLATFPUAA) 2001.According to him, the accounts were frozen as they were the "subject matter” of investigations and prosecution, and therefore, could not be released until the trial concluded.Note:AI Voiceover

The freezing of Bersatu’s bank accounts was conducted in accordance with the law and not arbitrarily, says Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Legal and Prosecution Division director Shaharuddin Wan Ladin.He said that the action was taken under Section 50(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act (AMLATFPUAA) 2001.According to him, the accounts were frozen as they were the "subject matter” of investigations and prosecution, and therefore, could not be released until the trial concluded.Note:AI Voiceover

MACC explains legal basis for freezing Bersatu accounts

[KiniNews] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the first day of the oral test for the SPM went smoothly nationwide today.She reportedly said that no SPM candidates, including those in flood-affected states, were left out from sitting for the examination.Fadhlina added that the ministry successfully completed the large-scale relocation of SPM candidates in collaboration with the security agencies yesterday.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan (above, left) was not the only PN MP to do so, but their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders only.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the first day of the oral test for the SPM went smoothly nationwide today.She reportedly said that no SPM candidates, including those in flood-affected states, were left out from sitting for the examination.Fadhlina added that the ministry successfully completed the large-scale relocation of SPM candidates in collaboration with the security agencies yesterday.Meanwhile, in a separate story, BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan (above, left) was not the only PN MP to do so, but their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders only.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Floods- SPM oral exams went smoothly, says Minister; It's not just Shahidan, says Zahid

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has responded to Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin's proposal to establish an umbrella body similar to the United Chinese School Committee Association but for bumiputera NGOs.He said Muhyiddin's proposal reflects a misunderstanding of both Dong Zong and the current system and pointed out that Bumiputera rights are already supported by various government policies and institutions, such as MARA. He added that rather than proposing something new and unnecessary, Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled and the gaps in MARA’s efforts that need to be addressed.Note:AI Voiceover

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has responded to Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin's proposal to establish an umbrella body similar to the United Chinese School Committee Association but for bumiputera NGOs.He said Muhyiddin's proposal reflects a misunderstanding of both Dong Zong and the current system and pointed out that Bumiputera rights are already supported by various government policies and institutions, such as MARA. He added that rather than proposing something new and unnecessary, Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled and the gaps in MARA’s efforts that need to be addressed.Note:AI Voiceover

Muhyiddin should clarify which Bumiputera rights remain unfulfilled, says Lip Eng

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today urged the private sector to assist with flood aid.He told Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) staffers this morning that the aid can be in the form of funds or machinery.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/948003014056432

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today urged the private sector to assist with flood aid.He told Prime Minister’s Department (PMD) staffers this morning that the aid can be in the form of funds or machinery.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/948003014056432

PM Anwar urges private sector to help with flood aid

An Umno veteran has hit out at Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar for not joining Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday to oversee the flood situation in the state.Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub described Samsuri’s decision to attend the Bersatu annual general assembly in Selangor as a sign of disrespect.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727598

An Umno veteran has hit out at Terengganu Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar for not joining Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday to oversee the flood situation in the state.Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub described Samsuri’s decision to attend the Bersatu annual general assembly in Selangor as a sign of disrespect.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/727598

'Prioritising political allies over the people' - Umno veteran hits out at T’ganu MB

The PAS women's wing has urged the government to postpone the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations as many students have been affected by floods.The wing’s information chief Dr Najihatussalehah Ahmad said the Education Ministry’s solution of relocating SPM students to government facilities where they can continue to prepare for and undertake the exams, is flawed.Note:AI Voiceover

The PAS women's wing has urged the government to postpone the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations as many students have been affected by floods.The wing’s information chief Dr Najihatussalehah Ahmad said the Education Ministry’s solution of relocating SPM students to government facilities where they can continue to prepare for and undertake the exams, is flawed.Note:AI Voiceover

PAS: Relocating SPM flood victims doesn't help them mentally

Several MPs reacted in anger to Pendang MP Awang Hashim's pantun in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, which had mocked DAP.Awang Hashim, in his 4-line pantun, alluded to DAP being a party without integrity, which prompted RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong) to raise his objection with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar) also standing up to back him.They described Awang’s pantun as disrespectful and urged deputy speaker Mohd Shahar Abdullah to order the Perikatan Nasional leader to retract it.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/gpnAKnFHH0c

Several MPs reacted in anger to Pendang MP Awang Hashim's pantun in the Dewan Rakyat this morning, which had mocked DAP.Awang Hashim, in his 4-line pantun, alluded to DAP being a party without integrity, which prompted RSN Rayer (Harapan-Jelutong) to raise his objection with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar) also standing up to back him.They described Awang’s pantun as disrespectful and urged deputy speaker Mohd Shahar Abdullah to order the Perikatan Nasional leader to retract it.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/gpnAKnFHH0c

Uproar in Dewan Rakyat over Pendang MP's pantun mocking DAP

Perikatan Nasional will include the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in its campaign for the  upcoming Sabah state election next year, said coalition chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.In a press conference yesterday, he said he agreed to a request from Bersatu vice-president Ronald Kiandee, who asked for the party to include the issue in its election manifesto.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/BedMWDrBhLkytZfo/

Perikatan Nasional will include the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) in its campaign for the upcoming Sabah state election next year, said coalition chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.In a press conference yesterday, he said he agreed to a request from Bersatu vice-president Ronald Kiandee, who asked for the party to include the issue in its election manifesto.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/BedMWDrBhLkytZfo/

Muhyiddin: PN will include MA63 in campaign for Sabah polls

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan was not the only PN MP to do so, but said their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders.Note:AI Voiceover

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that Arau MP Shahidan Kassim was among Perikatan Nasional lawmakers who had met him to broach the subject of BN leaving the Madani government.However, Zahid said that Shahidan was not the only PN MP to do so, but said their names will remain a secret except to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and specific leaders.Note:AI Voiceover

It’s not just Shahidan who met me, says Zahid

PAS has the right to want a prime ministerial candidate from its party, said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.However, the Bersatu president said such decisions are made by component party leaders within the coalition and not him.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

PAS has the right to want a prime ministerial candidate from its party, said Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin.However, the Bersatu president said such decisions are made by component party leaders within the coalition and not him.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Muhyiddin: PAS has a right to want a PM from their party

Bersatu is weighing all its options and may drag the MACC into a legal battle for freezing the party’s fund accounts, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.Muhyiddin claimed that it was unlawful for MACC to continue suspending Bersatu’s access to its accounts for over 12 months.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Bersatu is weighing all its options and may drag the MACC into a legal battle for freezing the party’s fund accounts, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.Muhyiddin claimed that it was unlawful for MACC to continue suspending Bersatu’s access to its accounts for over 12 months.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=546270758274818&rdid=gCa16QYIBQB9Vfsb

Muhyiddin: Bersatu mulls legal action against MACC over frozen accounts

Veteran lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has volunteered to represent a whistleblower accusing Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assembly members of accepting bribes in exchange for supporting a mineral exploration licence application.Shafee clarified that his involvement is not politically motivated and stated that whistleblowers must be safeguarded from any consequences to encourage them to speak out.In another development, newly minted Bersatu deputy president Hamzah Zainudin revealed today that a Perikatan Nasional lawmaker had recently met Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and suggested that the party quit the government.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

Veteran lawyer Muhammad Shafee Abdullah has volunteered to represent a whistleblower accusing Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assembly members of accepting bribes in exchange for supporting a mineral exploration licence application.Shafee clarified that his involvement is not politically motivated and stated that whistleblowers must be safeguarded from any consequences to encourage them to speak out.In another development, newly minted Bersatu deputy president Hamzah Zainudin revealed today that a Perikatan Nasional lawmaker had recently met Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and suggested that the party quit the government.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Shafee to represent Sabah 'scandal' whistleblower’, 'Old friend' from PN met Zahid

Shahidan Kassim’s invitation for UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to join the coalition was nothing more than idle talk in Parliament.According to Perikatan Nasional Secretary-General Hamzah Zainudin, the Arau MP did not have the mandate to extend such an offer to other parties.

Shahidan Kassim’s invitation for UMNO President Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to join the coalition was nothing more than idle talk in Parliament.According to Perikatan Nasional Secretary-General Hamzah Zainudin, the Arau MP did not have the mandate to extend such an offer to other parties.

Hamzah reveals 'old friend' from PN met Zahid in Parliament

Umno leader Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has criticized Kelantan state exco Kamarudin Md Noor's proposal to turn floods into a tourist attraction, calling it short-sighted. He stressed that floods are a serious disaster requiring urgent and careful attention.

Umno leader Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has criticized Kelantan state exco Kamarudin Md Noor's proposal to turn floods into a tourist attraction, calling it short-sighted. He stressed that floods are a serious disaster requiring urgent and careful attention.

Asyraf slams Kelantan exco's proposal to turn floods into tourist attraction

Umno Supreme Council member Lokman Noor Adam fires back at Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin after his mockery of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin had accused Anwar of resorting to “bersilat" to wriggle out of the mess created over his recent overseas trips.In response, Lokman suggested Muhyiddin should take a break, focus on his court cases, and clean up the mess within his own party. 

Umno Supreme Council member Lokman Noor Adam fires back at Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin after his mockery of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin had accused Anwar of resorting to “bersilat" to wriggle out of the mess created over his recent overseas trips.In response, Lokman suggested Muhyiddin should take a break, focus on his court cases, and clean up the mess within his own party.

Look in the mirror before criticising PM, Lokman tells Muhyiddin

Bersatu Deputy President Hamzah Zainudin has dismissed claims of internal divisions within the party, describing the situation as nothing more than minor "ripples," which he says are normal in any political organization.His comments come amidst growing speculation about the party’s internal unity.Source: https://www.facebook.com/hamzahzainudinofficial/videos/474018341893797

Bersatu Deputy President Hamzah Zainudin has dismissed claims of internal divisions within the party, describing the situation as nothing more than minor "ripples," which he says are normal in any political organization.His comments come amidst growing speculation about the party’s internal unity.Source: https://www.facebook.com/hamzahzainudinofficial/videos/474018341893797

Who said Bersatu is divided? There's just a little 'rippling', says Hamzah 

Perlis Mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin is suing Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) for RM10 million in defamation damages.He filed the lawsuit at the Shah Alam High Court on Oct 1 over a press conference by GISBH on Aug 29.

Perlis Mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin is suing Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) for RM10 million in defamation damages.He filed the lawsuit at the Shah Alam High Court on Oct 1 over a press conference by GISBH on Aug 29.

Perlis Mufti files RM10 million defamation suit against GISBH

The recently concluded Bersatu election has put forth a great team to lead the party and country forward, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin cited his success in arranging for the election of a “compromise team” to alleviate friction in the party.

The recently concluded Bersatu election has put forth a great team to lead the party and country forward, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin cited his success in arranging for the election of a “compromise team” to alleviate friction in the party.

[Interview] What I planned has come together, Bersatu is ready - Muhyiddin

The Health Ministry today reported 3,027 new Covid-19 cases and eight deaths over the past 24 hours.Johor (1,103) reported more cases than the entire of the Klang Valley (1,039).Most of the new cases in Johor are attributed to the Bukit Pasir cluster (779 new cases, 1379 total) which started in the Muar district and has spread to the Sik district in Kedah.

The Health Ministry today reported 3,027 new Covid-19 cases and eight deaths over the past 24 hours. Johor (1,103) reported more cases than the entire of the Klang Valley (1,039). Most of the new cases in Johor are attributed to the Bukit Pasir cluster (779 new cases, 1379 total) which started in the Muar district and has spread to the Sik district in Kedah.

#KiniNews: Malaysia records over 3,000 new Covid-19 cases