Archive - 25 January 2020

Wuhan man becomes fourth coronavirus victim in M'sia

Wuhan man becomes fourth coronavirus victim in M'sia

CORONAVIRUS | He arrived from Singapore together with 17 others on Wednesday.

Toddler with suspected coronavirus taken out of Johor hospital

Toddler with suspected coronavirus taken out of Johor hospital

CORONAVIRUS | The child's parents from China reject a doctor's order for the toddler to be quarantined.

Ops Selamat: 11,788 crashes, 97 deaths in just a week

Ops Selamat: 11,788 crashes, 97 deaths in just a week

Motorcyclists and pillion riders account for the highest number, say traffic police.

'Infected' oranges, sick student in Ipoh - fake news of Wuhan virus spreads

'Infected' oranges, sick student in Ipoh - fake news of Wuhan virus spreads

Health Ministry urges the public not to be taken in by such false viral items on social media.

Apandi quits Umno's disciplinary board despite sec-gen's efforts

Apandi quits Umno's disciplinary board despite sec-gen's efforts

My resignation letter has been sent and has been received, says the former attorney-general.

Deputy foreign minister: Malaysians in Wuhan safe

Deputy foreign minister: Malaysians in Wuhan safe

CORONAVIRUS | Marzuki Yahya urges Malaysians in Wuhan to report themselves to the Malaysian Embassy.

CNY sees a day of bipartisan celebrations by politicians

CNY sees a day of bipartisan celebrations by politicians

This amidst a political environment that has seen deep partisan divides.

Jawi, Tamil scripts steal the limelight at KLSCAH CNY open house

Jawi, Tamil scripts steal the limelight at KLSCAH CNY open house

For the first time, Jawi and Tamil scripts are displayed during our CNY open house, says KLSCAH CEO.

Coronavirus outbreak: Here’s what we know so far

Coronavirus outbreak: Here’s what we know so far

UPDATED 6.05PM | FEB 20 | CORONAVIRUS | The latest cases and a guide to what has happened plus preventive measures you can take.

Mujahid: No political intervention in sale of THP subsidiaries

Mujahid: No political intervention in sale of THP subsidiaries

New THP management will save the company from further losses, says Mujahid Yusof Rawa.

Tougher drunk-driving laws: Bersatu Youth backs Transport Ministry

Tougher drunk-driving laws: Bersatu Youth backs Transport Ministry

This concerns safety, not race or religion, says Syed Saddiq.

Johor briefs tourism industry players, steps up screening at entry points

Johor briefs tourism industry players, steps up screening at entry points

CORONAVIRUS | Tourist arrivals depends on how long virus persists, says Liow Cai Tung.

Takiyuddin: PAS supports Dr M until end of term

Takiyuddin: PAS supports Dr M until end of term

No offer made to join Harapan, open to work with Bersatu, DAP, says PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan.

MCA to embrace Muafakat Nasional 'spirit' but hints no formal pact with PAS

MCA to embrace Muafakat Nasional 'spirit' but hints no formal pact with PAS

Party president Wee Ka Siong says it is more important to embrace the essence of the charter than ink a formal agreement.

Gov't activates rapid response teams with detection of coronavirus

Gov't activates rapid response teams with detection of coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | The teams are stationed at hospitals and clinics nationwide and are tasked with carrying out contact tracing activities.

BN must not play hard to get, says Umno deputy president

BN must not play hard to get, says Umno deputy president

Mohamad Hasan says this following intentions expressed by ex BN components who contributed to the win in Kimanis.

PM: No plan to review visa exemption for China tourists

PM: No plan to review visa exemption for China tourists

UPDATED 2.30PM | CORONAVIRUS | Visa exemption decision made before virus outbreak in Wuhan, says Mahathir.

Health Ministry mulls over possibility of restricting Chinese arrivals

Health Ministry mulls over possibility of restricting Chinese arrivals

UPDATED 2.15PM: CORONAVIRUS | Restricting arrivals into Malaysia is outside our jurisdiction, we suggest to discuss with Home Ministry.

Minister to state health excos: 'Refrain from commenting on new coronavirus'

Minister to state health excos: 'Refrain from commenting on new coronavirus'

CORONAVIRUS | Only Health Ministry has latest updates on virus, says Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad.

Where hate has no home

Where hate has no home

COLUMN | This is my continuing call for educators, to learn about appreciating others.

M'sia confirms first three cases of coronavirus

M'sia confirms first three cases of coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | The Health Ministry says they awaiting test results of a Malaysian who had recently travelled to China.


Democrats say Trump 'worked hard' on Ukraine cover-up, shows no remorse

Democrats say Trump 'worked hard' on Ukraine cover-up, shows no remorse

In their third and final day of opening arguments, Democrats tried to cement their case that Trump abused his power.

Japan confirms third case of Wuhan virus

Japan confirms third case of Wuhan virus

CORONAVIRUS | Victim arrived in Japan on Jan 18, says Health Ministry.

Forged in time: Ancient metal forge discovered in Kedah

Forged in time: Ancient metal forge discovered in Kedah

The discovery is believed to represent a metal industry site circa the first century to 13th century.

The task before the new minister for education

The task before the new minister for education

COMMENT | Our education system is broken. The wiser approach now will be to better manage the existing system.

Man caught with wildlife organs worth RM1.1 million

Man caught with wildlife organs worth RM1.1 million

Police seized five deer heads with antlers, 19 deer antler pieces, two preserved monitor lizards and two tortoises.

'What choice do I have?' Millions stranded in Wuhan lock-down

'What choice do I have?' Millions stranded in Wuhan lock-down

Public transport networks shut to stop the spread of the virus.

Doctor at hospital in China's Hubei province dies from coronavirus - state media

Doctor at hospital in China's Hubei province dies from coronavirus - state media

CORONAVIRUS | Reports: She has been at the front line of the virus outbreak in Wuhan city.

US health officials confirm second case of Wuhan coronavirus

US health officials confirm second case of Wuhan coronavirus

The CDC says a woman in Chicago has been affected and as many as 63 potential cases are being investigated.

Haj offer letter out in stages from Tuesday

Haj offer letter out in stages from Tuesday

The offer letters will be issued to 31,600 pilgrims for the 1441H/2020M haj season.

Turkey quake kills at least 20, rescuers dig for survivors

Turkey quake kills at least 20, rescuers dig for survivors

The magnitude 6.8 quake shook Elazig province, about 550km east of Ankara, dozens of aftershocks followed.

Filial piety is the essence of Chinese New Year

Filial piety is the essence of Chinese New Year

COMMENT | The Chinese have always considered family values as the fundamental unit of their society.

If only UiTM was opened to students of all races

If only UiTM was opened to students of all races

COMMENT | UiTM must be an institution where students of all races and educators are proud to be associated with.

Even Najib may not be able to save Harapan

Even Najib may not be able to save Harapan

COMMENT | This misguided strategy that vilifying Najib translates to electoral gains is slowly chipping away at Harapan.

Yoursay: Bossku should take cue from student Wendy Lim

Yoursay: Bossku should take cue from student Wendy Lim

YOURSAY | 'It just goes to show that M’sians of whatever race or religion are good citizens.’

LFL sues Singapore Home Minister and 7 news from yesterday

LFL sues Singapore Home Minister and 7 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.

Kula: HR Ministry committed to bring change to 'marginalised' Orang Asli

Kula: HR Ministry committed to bring change to 'marginalised' Orang Asli

Minister says the most marginalised community in Malaysia is the Orang Asli.

Happy Chinese New Year from Malaysiakini

Happy Chinese New Year from Malaysiakini

May the new lunar year see real gains on many fronts.