Archive - 7 February 2020

Scientists question work suggesting pangolin coronavirus link

Scientists question work suggesting pangolin coronavirus link

They says the research is far from robust.

Sahruddin appointed Johor Harapan deputy chair

Sahruddin appointed Johor Harapan deputy chair

He is one of the five deputy chairpersons for Johor Harapan.

Sabah expands travel ban to curb coronavirus outbreak

Sabah expands travel ban to curb coronavirus outbreak

CORONAVIRUS | All non-Sabah residents with a travel history to mainland China will not be allowed to enter the state.

Former judge ‘baffled’ why IGP doesn’t nab Indira’s ex-husband

Former judge ‘baffled’ why IGP doesn’t nab Indira’s ex-husband

Mah Weng Kwai echoes calls for Federal Court order to be obeyed.
Despite new coalition talk, Umno says wants to focus on PAS ties

Despite new coalition talk, Umno says wants to focus on PAS ties

Sec-gen Annuar Musa also says party is very concerned on the position of the Malays, Muslims and the general public.

Umno top brass gives Lokman the boot

Umno top brass gives Lokman the boot

UPDATED 9.45PM | Lokman now plans to focus on a 'cybertrooper NGO' and rejoin Umno when Najib Abdul Razak is back at the helm.

Dr M-Umno tie-up: It's only rumours, says Zahid

Dr M-Umno tie-up: It's only rumours, says Zahid

He says the matter was not even discussed at the Umno supreme council meeting today.

Regressive to reinstate failed PPSMI policy

Regressive to reinstate failed PPSMI policy

LETTER | Education policy changes must be done based on evidence and not by perceptions advanced by specific groups.

'Pakatan Nasional' issue not discussed at Umno meeting: Bung

'Pakatan Nasional' issue not discussed at Umno meeting: Bung

The meeting did, however, discuss Lokman Adam who had leaked a controversial audio recording, he says.

Najib insist M'sians will pay more under new toll scheme

Najib insist M'sians will pay more under new toll scheme

He says the previous BN government had prevented toll hikes by paying compensation to the concessionaires.

Pahang gov't postpones enforcement on errant farmers

Pahang gov't postpones enforcement on errant farmers

The farmers were given a slight reprieve from their eviction after the state considered their situation, says state gov't secretary.

Stop domestic violence before it ends in murder

Stop domestic violence before it ends in murder

LETTER | We need to expand our understanding of these cases and collectively put an end to such murders.

Lynas PDF a legitimate concern of the people

Lynas PDF a legitimate concern of the people

LETTER | The gov't must firmly reject Lynas’s application for licence renewal in March.

S'pore raises coronavirus alert to Sars level as new cases show spread

S'pore raises coronavirus alert to Sars level as new cases show spread

CORONAVIRUS | Health Ministry: There are now local cases without any links to previous cases or travel history to China.

Penang's coastal reclamation - costly fantasy and reality check

Penang's coastal reclamation - costly fantasy and reality check

LETTER | Will Penangites be able to afford to live on the three fake islands?

Police identify suspect in Pulau Gaya shooting

Police identify suspect in Pulau Gaya shooting

The shooter is believed to be still around the Pulau Gaya area, says ACP Habibi Majinji.

Coronavirus outbreak - M'sia in solidarity with China, Wisma Putra stresses

Coronavirus outbreak - M'sia in solidarity with China, Wisma Putra stresses

Malaysia has every confidence in their preparedness, resilience and ability to respond effectively, it says.

PKR sec-gen still waiting for Zuraida to respond to defamation suit

PKR sec-gen still waiting for Zuraida to respond to defamation suit

Saifuddin Nasution's rep served the letter of demand on Zuraida Kamaruddin on Jan 20.

Rival chariots unite for Thaipusam as Endowment Board, Chettiars make peace

Rival chariots unite for Thaipusam as Endowment Board, Chettiars make peace

There is no antagonism as both parties have put aside their animosity, says Penang deputy CM (II) P Ramasamy.

China scientists identify pangolins as possible coronavirus host

China scientists identify pangolins as possible coronavirus host

CORONAVIRUS | Researchers say it is likely virus spread from bats to humans through illegal traffic of pangolins.

'Offset not bribery' comment - PMO says Dr M wasn't referring to AirAsia

'Offset not bribery' comment - PMO says Dr M wasn't referring to AirAsia

At no point did he suggest allegations of bribery against AirAsia were offset payments, says the Prime Minister's Office.

Two ministers fume over articles suggesting Harapan's demise

Two ministers fume over articles suggesting Harapan's demise

If you want to be anti-Harapan, go ahead. Just stop with the fake news, says Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng.

April 7 case management in Johor Umno 1MDB forfeiture suit

April 7 case management in Johor Umno 1MDB forfeiture suit

Prosecution seeks to gazette a notice to interested third parties regarding RM677,872.55 seized from Johor Umno.

Latest coronavirus infection detected in JB

Latest coronavirus infection detected in JB

CORONAVIRUS | So far, Malaysia has positively identified 15 infected people.

The many mysterious U-turns of our de facto law minister

The many mysterious U-turns of our de facto law minister

LETTER | Rakyat still waiting for law reforms after new gov't came into power 21 months ago.

China's second-largest cinema chain to take GSC's place at Pavilion KL

China's second-largest cinema chain to take GSC's place at Pavilion KL

Dadi Cinema is scheduled to open in Q3 this year bringing with it a 'fully immersive and premium cinematic experience'.

Duo launches 'Futsal for unity' in face of online toxicity

Duo launches 'Futsal for unity' in face of online toxicity

Tired of negativity on social media, two friends decided to start a futsal community for racial unity.
Not only Najib doesn’t know how to count, MCA doesn’t either

Not only Najib doesn’t know how to count, MCA doesn’t either

MP SPEAKS | The cabinet approved the toll restructuring plan because it is a win-win-win plan for all stakeholders.

RON95 down four sen, diesel down 10 sen at midnight

RON95 down four sen, diesel down 10 sen at midnight

RON97 also cheaper by seven sen, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng announces.

Essentials required in 'War against Novel Coronavirus' in public areas

Essentials required in 'War against Novel Coronavirus' in public areas

LETTER | Depending on the situation, masks can be useful, but not necessarily effective to prevent infection from others but to protect others from getting infected if you are sick.

When I was a young gay Christian looking for the straight path

When I was a young gay Christian looking for the straight path

COMMENT | A man recounts how his faith brought self-loathing and trauma, and how he learned to break free.

Hadi: PAS open to 'Pakatan Nasional' gov't to unite Malay-Muslim power

Hadi: PAS open to 'Pakatan Nasional' gov't to unite Malay-Muslim power

The Islamist party will consider forming a unity government including Umno and Bersatu.

NCI approves five manufacturing and services projects worth RM4.6b

NCI approves five manufacturing and services projects worth RM4.6b

The investment committee says over 97.3 percent of the investments are from Singapore, Hong Kong and the US.

Coronavirus: No plan to bar cruise ships from entering - Loke

Coronavirus: No plan to bar cruise ships from entering - Loke

CORONAVIRUS | Transport Ministry will only do so if advised by Health Ministry, he says.

Penang gov't allocates RM1.5m for Indian community

Penang gov't allocates RM1.5m for Indian community

State gov't gives RM200k to Waterfall Hilltop Temple in conjunction with Thaipusam, says Penang chief minister.

Factory supervisor charged with insulting Islam

Factory supervisor charged with insulting Islam

Man allegedly posted comments on his Facebook which could cause feelings of enmity on grounds of religion.

China's Xi tells Trump Beijing will defeat coronavirus as doctor's death sparks outcry

China's Xi tells Trump Beijing will defeat coronavirus as doctor's death sparks outcry

CORONAVIRUS | China's president earlier declared a 'people's war' to defeat the virus.

Stop selfishly politicising Indira's case, I'm sincere in wanting to help - IGP

Stop selfishly politicising Indira's case, I'm sincere in wanting to help - IGP

The police chief has been under pressure following his claims that he knows the whereabouts of Indira's husband.

IGP: Counter-terrorism man given chance to gain new experience as Johor chief

IGP: Counter-terrorism man given chance to gain new experience as Johor chief

Give new Johor police chief the chance to lead and gain experience, says IGP Abdul Hamid Bador.

Court throws out RM192m 1MDB forfeiture suits against Umno, MCA

Court throws out RM192m 1MDB forfeiture suits against Umno, MCA

UPDATE 2.35PM | The judge ruled that the remaining monies in the bank accounts of Umno and MCA are not linked to funds deposited by ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak.

Khazanah Research: Feeding all school kids better than feeding poor only

Khazanah Research: Feeding all school kids better than feeding poor only

Researchers say while it is more costly, there are many benefits.

Another 41 on cruise ship off Japan test positive for coronavirus

Another 41 on cruise ship off Japan test positive for coronavirus

CORONAVIRUS | They are all breathing circulated contaminated air (in the cabins) so they could be getting everyone infected, says Ashley Rhodes-Courter.

US kills al Qaeda leader in Yemen - Trump

US kills al Qaeda leader in Yemen - Trump

Al-Raymi, the head of Aqap, which is regarded as the deadliest branch of al Qaeda, reportedly died from a drone strike.

Singapore plans second evacuation flight from Wuhan

Singapore plans second evacuation flight from Wuhan

CORONAVIRUS | The republic previously evacuated 92 of its citizens from the city on Jan 30.

Taiwan, China argue over flights for stranded Taiwanese in Wuhan

Taiwan, China argue over flights for stranded Taiwanese in Wuhan

CORONAVIRUS | One Taiwanese sent back on the plane was already infected, which Taiwan says 'created a tear in virus prevention'.

Dr M and Bersatu, don’t you dare betray Malaysians

Dr M and Bersatu, don’t you dare betray Malaysians

COMMENT | Despite 21 months in power, the Harapan government has not initiated any reforms of substance.

Oms Thiagarajan claims LTTE-links can only be charged under Amla

Oms Thiagarajan claims LTTE-links can only be charged under Amla

Prominent businessperson lodges police report saying LTTE is not classified as a terrorist organisation in M'sia.

The final days of coronavirus ‘whistleblower’ doctor Li

The final days of coronavirus ‘whistleblower’ doctor Li

CORONAVIRUS | Brave doctor tried to spread the alarm but succumbed to the disease he was fighting against.

Malaysians' selective empathy

Malaysians' selective empathy

COMMENT | How can anyone not see Indira's misery as a mother who has lost a child?

Shafie dismisses claims he favours those from Semporna

Shafie dismisses claims he favours those from Semporna

'Only eight out of 120 senior positions in Sabah gov't held by individuals from that district.'

PKR is loyal to Harapan, will defend the people's mandate, says Saifuddin

PKR is loyal to Harapan, will defend the people's mandate, says Saifuddin

UPDATED 12.09PM | The party secretary-general was reacting to talk of Umno and PAS lending support to Mahathir's Bersatu.

I can serve regardless of what or where I am - Zuraida

I can serve regardless of what or where I am - Zuraida

Meanwhile, Zuraida also ready to meet PKR secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in court over defamation

Yoursay: Mob reacting in ‘very Malay way’ against Syed Saddiq?

Yoursay: Mob reacting in ‘very Malay way’ against Syed Saddiq?

YOURSAY | ‘The law enforcement authorities must come down hard on these actors of terror.’
Yoursay: MACC, not Dr M, should decide on AirAsia’s fate

Yoursay: MACC, not Dr M, should decide on AirAsia’s fate

YOURSAY | ‘Defending graft allegation is not the business of any prime minister.’
Chinese doctor who raised early alarm over coronavirus dies

Chinese doctor who raised early alarm over coronavirus dies

CORONAVIRUS | Li Wenliang, 34, was an ophthalmologist at a hospital in Wuhan.

China reports 73 new coronavirus deaths, death toll at 636

China reports 73 new coronavirus deaths, death toll at 636

CORONAVIRUS | Another 3,143 new infections have been confirmed, bringing the total to 31,161.

The truth behind Rosmah's ambulance

The truth behind Rosmah's ambulance

COMMENT | Her ambulance serves to portray her as a sick woman forced to attend court despite the severity of her illness.

Anwar says he can wait to be PM and 9 news from yesterday

Anwar says he can wait to be PM and 9 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
Yeoh urges more survivors to assist in rape probe

Yeoh urges more survivors to assist in rape probe

The Deputy Minister says information from other survivors related to the case could help police gather more evidence.

Why some rape survivors don't fight back, remain cordial with attacker

Why some rape survivors don't fight back, remain cordial with attacker

SPECIAL REPORT | There is no 'typical' way of expressing trauma after a sexual attack, some reactions may appear counterintuitive, say experts.

New app channels your complaint to nearest local council

New app channels your complaint to nearest local council

'ACTnow' will redirect your complaint to the nearest of 155 local councils nationwide.

Racism gone viral – and there’s no vaccine

Racism gone viral – and there’s no vaccine

COMMENT | Are we hardwired to associate certain crises and public behaviour with particular ethnicities?

M'sia extends China travel restrictions to other provinces - DPM

M'sia extends China travel restrictions to other provinces - DPM

Wan Azizah says the Immigration Department will impose travel bans once the Chinese gov't declares a province to be under lockdown.