Archive - 26 January 2020

What did I tell you two years ago - TMJ on gov't and coronavirus

What did I tell you two years ago - TMJ on gov't and coronavirus

'When I spoke up previously, I was urged by the people not to interfere with government administration and politics. Now?'
Viral video of police allegedly taking bribe is from 2016

Viral video of police allegedly taking bribe is from 2016

That of taking bribes to allow Indonesian immigrants to enter the country through Tawau went viral four years ago, police say.

Malindo Air quarantines six crew members in China

Malindo Air quarantines six crew members in China

CORONAVIRUS | This after a passenger on board is suspected to be infected with the novel coronavirus.

Bersatu elections - Big fights you need to know about so far

Bersatu elections - Big fights you need to know about so far

There are proposals that no one challenges the chairperson, president, deputy president posts.
Citing Wuhan lockdown and WHO, DPM says no need to bar China tourists

Citing Wuhan lockdown and WHO, DPM says no need to bar China tourists

CORONAVIRUS | Malaysia has been successful in tackling other viral outbreaks like Nipah and Sars, adds Wan Azizah.

Afghan forces launch air, ground attacks on Taliban, killing 51

Afghan forces launch air, ground attacks on Taliban, killing 51

Local officials say at least three women and four children were killed in the air strikes.
ESSCom: 40 kidnapping attempts foiled since 2018

ESSCom: 40 kidnapping attempts foiled since 2018

Enforcement agencies collaborate to tightened security at risky routes to thwart Abu Sayyaf from taking hostages.

China virus ability to spread getting stronger

China virus ability to spread getting stronger

CORONAVIRUS | Little is known of the virus that has an infectious incubation period of up to 14 days.

Four including two M'sians in isolation for suspected coronavirus

Four including two M'sians in isolation for suspected coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | The other two are Chinese nationals, all held in several hospitals in the country awaiting lab results.

Guan Eng fetes PM, cabinet at Klang CNY do

Guan Eng fetes PM, cabinet at Klang CNY do

'We will face all challenges to protect our economy and ensure growth is maintained,' says finance minister.
Maszlee to contest Simpang Renggam division chief post

Maszlee to contest Simpang Renggam division chief post

Meanwhile, Rina Harun confirms she will be contesting for a post in the Sepang division.

Foreign Affairs Ministry monitoring Turkey quake aftermath

Foreign Affairs Ministry monitoring Turkey quake aftermath

No reports of Malaysians affected by disaster but ministry urges those in need of help to contact them.

Health Ministry to seek more funds to deal with new coronavirus

Health Ministry to seek more funds to deal with new coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | More equipment especially temperature scanners at entry and exit points needed, Dzulkefly says.

Tabung Haji to bear cost of haj visa for M'sian pilgrims

Tabung Haji to bear cost of haj visa for M'sian pilgrims

This follows Saudi Arabia's new charge of RM326 for the 2020 haj season.

Sabah looking into providing personnel at entry points with protective equipment

Sabah looking into providing personnel at entry points with protective equipment

CORONAVIRUS | This is to prevent the spread of the Wuhan virus into the state.

Dr M: No plans to quarantine all arrivals from China, infected countries

Dr M: No plans to quarantine all arrivals from China, infected countries

UPDATED 4.55PM | CORONAVIRUS | He says only suspected cases will be quarantined and then sent back to their country once cured.

US to evacuate consulate staff, some citizens from Wuhan

US to evacuate consulate staff, some citizens from Wuhan

CORONAVIRUS | Limited seats available to private US citizens on 'single flight' with priority given to those at higher risk.

Airlines ready to assist in evacuation from China - deputy minister

Airlines ready to assist in evacuation from China - deputy minister

CORONAVIRUS | However, this is subject to further instructions on any plans to remove Malaysians, says Bakhtiar.

Suhakam inquiry into Joshua, Ruth Hilmy to begin Feb 18

Suhakam inquiry into Joshua, Ruth Hilmy to begin Feb 18

Public hearing will help authorities with their investigation into the disappearance of the duo.

Hadi to Muslims: Would you rather herd cows or pigs?

Hadi to Muslims: Would you rather herd cows or pigs?

He says rakyat must understand what they will become under the type of rulers they choose as this is nature of politics.

Dinner download: Tape surfaces of Trump calling for envoy's firing

Dinner download: Tape surfaces of Trump calling for envoy's firing

US president's voice can be heard saying 'get rid of her', in reference to removing former US ambassador to Ukraine.

Heavy rains dampen fires in Australia's Queensland state, cause flooding

Heavy rains dampen fires in Australia's Queensland state, cause flooding

Some areas receive a quarter of the annual average rainfall in 24-hour period.

Boeing's 777X jetliner successfully completes maiden flight

Boeing's 777X jetliner successfully completes maiden flight

This is in respite from the crisis over its smallest model, the grounded 737 MAX.

More than 2,000 infected with coronavirus, 56 dead in China

More than 2,000 infected with coronavirus, 56 dead in China

CORONAVIRUS | The outbreak overshadows the Lunar New Year in China, with public events cancelled and many tourist sites shut.

Parents, sick toddler who refused to be warded detained at Johor airport

Parents, sick toddler who refused to be warded detained at Johor airport

CORONAVIRUS | They were trying to fly back to China after the child was taken out of hospital against doctor's order.

Young lovers held for dumping baby in river

Young lovers held for dumping baby in river

A 22-year-old quietly gave birth at home, concealed infant's death shortly after and then gave the body to her partner.

Singapore confirms fourth imported coronavirus case

Singapore confirms fourth imported coronavirus case

CORONAVIRUS | Male Chinese national, 36, arrived in the republic without symptoms but developed a cough a day after.

Remembering Onn Ja'afar's values

Remembering Onn Ja'afar's values

MP SPEAKS | When he once proposed that Umno’s membership is open to all races in 1951, it was met with strong opposition.

Toddler rescued after 24 hours under wreckage in eastern Turkey

Toddler rescued after 24 hours under wreckage in eastern Turkey

A total of 43 people have been rescued including a woman, 17 hours after her house collapsed on her.

HK leader declares virus emergency, limits links with mainland China

HK leader declares virus emergency, limits links with mainland China

CORONAVIRUS | HK’s health authorities confirm five coronavirus cases, with a further 122 people suspected of having the disease.

Rescuers dig for survivors after Turkey quake kills at least 29

Rescuers dig for survivors after Turkey quake kills at least 29

Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu says an estimated 22 people are still trapped.

Xi says China facing 'grave situation' as virus death toll hits 42

Xi says China facing 'grave situation' as virus death toll hits 42

CORONAVIRUS | The Chinese president held a politburo meeting yesterday on measures to fight the 'accelerating' outbreak.

Rats! Look what the cat dragged in

Rats! Look what the cat dragged in

COMMENT | Ultimately our decisions have little to do with logic and much to do with emotional needs and unrealistic perceptions.

Elections - overcoming Article 46 hurdle for true proportionality

Elections - overcoming Article 46 hurdle for true proportionality

The proposed proportional representation system only eliminates intra-state malapportionment, says an expert.

Yoursay: The difference between season’s greetings and political speech

Yoursay: The difference between season’s greetings and political speech

YOURSAY | ‘Lim’s festival message ended up sounding more like a stern admonishment.’
Coming back from the brink of hell

Coming back from the brink of hell

MALAYSIANSKINI | Succesful CEO Ang Tan Loong was once a hopeless addict, drifting in and out of prisons and gangs.

Wuhan virus reaches Malaysia and 4 news from yesterday

Wuhan virus reaches Malaysia and 4 news from yesterday

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