Archive - 26 April 2020

LETTER | MNSC calls for more efficient implementation of MCO

LETTER | MNSC calls for more efficient implementation of MCO

We urge the government to allow logistics to continue unhindered.
RHB Bank confirms employee positive for Covid-19

RHB Bank confirms employee positive for Covid-19

It says deep cleaning and sanitisation activities will be carried out in accordance to the Health Ministry's guidelines.

18 Sabah oil palm private jetties allowed to reopen

18 Sabah oil palm private jetties allowed to reopen

CORONAVIRUS | If there is a Covid-19 infection recorded, the jetty will be closed again, says Wilfred Madius Tangau.
Allow law firms to operate during MCO - Malaysian Bar

Allow law firms to operate during MCO - Malaysian Bar

The Bar Council president also says that measures set by the International Trade and Industry Ministry were too stringent.

Penang hit by flash flood after downpour

Penang hit by flash flood after downpour

Some houses were also damaged but no injuries were reported.

Minister's remarks on arts scene irk industry players

Minister's remarks on arts scene irk industry players

CORONAVIRUS | They claim there is a lack of understanding of the industry and its players.
Police receive 300,000 applications for inter-state travel in 12 hours

Police receive 300,000 applications for inter-state travel in 12 hours

For permission to travel during the movement control order, these applications were filed online under the Gerak Malaysia App.

Leaders shouldn't avoid Rohingya issue because it's unpopular - Anwar

Leaders shouldn't avoid Rohingya issue because it's unpopular - Anwar

'Last time, there was a rally with banners in a roaring stadium but now when the people are unhappy they are silent.'

Dong Zong, KLSCAH raise RM65k for family of nurse who died of Covid-19

Dong Zong, KLSCAH raise RM65k for family of nurse who died of Covid-19

CORONAVIRUS | They say Nadila Rahmat's demise is a great loss to society and the nation.

Batu MP confirms rebuffing Afif's attempt to get him to defect

Batu MP confirms rebuffing Afif's attempt to get him to defect

P Prabakaran stresses that he is not a traitor and will remain loyal to PKR.

New special envoy lashes out at ex-PM's media advisor

New special envoy lashes out at ex-PM's media advisor

Tiong King Sing points out that foreign vessels also violated Malaysia's territory during Harapan's time.

60 traders at Taman Megah market to be tested after one confirmed positive

60 traders at Taman Megah market to be tested after one confirmed positive

CORONAVIRUS | Another market in Bahau, Negeri Sembilan was also closed after a trader tested positive with Covid-19, says Health DG.
LETTER | Muster political will and courage to hold online parliament session

LETTER | Muster political will and courage to hold online parliament session

Covid-19 should not be used as an excuse to subvert the voice of the people by denying debates in Parliament.
Rohingya groups apologise, claims Zafar not their leader

Rohingya groups apologise, claims Zafar not their leader

Rohingya refugees have never elected Zafar Ahmad as our president, says Rohingya-linked groups.

More than 70pct of imported Covid-19 cases came from Indonesia

More than 70pct of imported Covid-19 cases came from Indonesia

CORONAVIRUS | Health DG says since the implementation of mandatory isolation, 139 returnees have been tested positive.
Amanah: What's the progress on Lenggong do probe?

Amanah: What's the progress on Lenggong do probe?

It has been more than a week since the incident took place, says Perak Amanah secretary Salman Saleh.
China focus: Vaccine to fight cervical cancer to be available in May

China focus: Vaccine to fight cervical cancer to be available in May

Developed by Chinese researchers, it will be available in the country for women under the age of 45.
3.8m BSH recipients protected under mySalam scheme

3.8m BSH recipients protected under mySalam scheme

Abdul Rahim Bakri says many recipients in rural areas unaware of the insurance scheme.
Zeti, Kamal Salih among big names in Johor's SERC?

Zeti, Kamal Salih among big names in Johor's SERC?

Johor MB Hasni Mohammad said in a recent interview, the SERC would comprise those with strong economic or industrial expertise.

Kangar MP: Has Saifuddin lodged report with MACC on Harapan graft claim?

Kangar MP: Has Saifuddin lodged report with MACC on Harapan graft claim?

Amin Ahmad says Saifuddin Abdullah has to be responsible for his statements.

Covid-19: Singapore's tally breaches 13,000 mark

Covid-19: Singapore's tally breaches 13,000 mark

CORONAVIRUS | Out of 931 new cases, only 15 have been attributed to S'poreans or permanent residents.

Covid-19: 38 new cases, 100 recoveries, no death

Covid-19: 38 new cases, 100 recoveries, no death

CORONAVIRUS | Health DG says this brings the total number of infections to 5,780.

Minister: No inter-state travel from May 1 to 3

Minister: No inter-state travel from May 1 to 3

Ismail Sabri says they will study applications for inter-state travel but 'it is not going to be straightforward'.

Ismail Sabri: More than 24 million free face masks distributed

Ismail Sabri: More than 24 million free face masks distributed

CORONAVIRUS | This is part of the 30.7 million free face masks allocated for distribution.

Fahmi asks law minister: Why deny rakyat access to continuous democracy?

Fahmi asks law minister: Why deny rakyat access to continuous democracy?

Takiyuddin Hassan should be the first cabinet minister to announce innovative measures to adjust Parliament to a new normal.
Returnees from S'pore need 're-entry permits'

Returnees from S'pore need 're-entry permits'

The gov't will limit the number of returnees to 400 daily, and they must undergo 14-day mandatory quarantine.

Ismail Sabri: Vets allowed to open for appointments during MCO

Ismail Sabri: Vets allowed to open for appointments during MCO

CORONAVIRUS | Permission granted limited to appointment-only basis, says defence minister.

Allow manufacturers to operate, extend salary subsidy to 6 months - Mujahid

Allow manufacturers to operate, extend salary subsidy to 6 months - Mujahid

CORONAVIRUS | This will ease the burdens of manufacturers and allow them to meet domestic and international needs.

Saifuddin to netizen: Are you sure Harapan didn't steal?

Saifuddin to netizen: Are you sure Harapan didn't steal?

Communications minister also says he knows who lobbied for a special envoy position for a DAP MP.

Putra calls for RCI on citizenship and foreigners

Putra calls for RCI on citizenship and foreigners

Party president Ibrahim Ali says that undocumented migrants are threats to the nation which must be handled immediately.

Pahang allows conditional marriage solemnisation during MCO

Pahang allows conditional marriage solemnisation during MCO

CORONAVIRUS | Application for the ceremony must be done online and will take up to seven days to process.

Thailand reports 15 new coronavirus cases, no new deaths

Thailand reports 15 new coronavirus cases, no new deaths

CORONAVIRUS | Five new patients are arrivals from overseas who have been under quarantine.

Taxi driver offers free rides to blood donors during MCO

Taxi driver offers free rides to blood donors during MCO

CORONAVIRUS | Since the MCO, he has given free rides to eight donors from their homes to the National Blood Centre.

COVID-19: List of fake news as at 10am today

COVID-19: List of fake news as at 10am today

CORONAVIRUS | Replies from relevant agencies on fake news gone viral on social media as at 10am today.
MP SPEAKS | Set up cross-cutting council to ensure food security for all

MP SPEAKS | Set up cross-cutting council to ensure food security for all

The vision of 'Shared Prosperity' is tested when aid becomes politicised.
Ex-minister claims food hijacked by PN parties

Ex-minister claims food hijacked by PN parties

CORONAVIRUS | M Kulasegaran also alleges that no food actually reached intended B40 recipients in his constituency.

Afif Bahardin suspended from PKR, says move 'anticlimactic'

Afif Bahardin suspended from PKR, says move 'anticlimactic'

The party had launched a disciplinary probe into Afif following Azmin's defection after the 'Sheraton Move'.

Nearly 3,300 inmates test positive for coronavirus in US prisons

Nearly 3,300 inmates test positive for coronavirus in US prisons

CORONAVIRUS | As mass testing expands in prisons, large numbers of inmates - 96 percent - showing no symptoms.

Report: Saudi Arabia partially lifts curfew, keeps 24-hour curfew in Mecca

Report: Saudi Arabia partially lifts curfew, keeps 24-hour curfew in Mecca

CORONAVIRUS | The kingdoms goes from full lockdown to partial curfew, says state news agency SPA.

PKR MP calls for EAC to outline plan for millions at risk of losing jobs post-Covid

PKR MP calls for EAC to outline plan for millions at risk of losing jobs post-Covid

CORONAVIRUS | Hassan Karim says this was despite subsidy schemes by the gov't to help SMEs retain their staff.

Health DG: Comms breakdown led to crowded mass testing at Menara City One

Health DG: Comms breakdown led to crowded mass testing at Menara City One

CORONAVIRUS | This comes after residents at the enforced MCO area refuted his earlier explanation of events.

China reports 11 new coronavirus cases, no deaths on Saturday

China reports 11 new coronavirus cases, no deaths on Saturday

CORONAVIRUS | Five of the cases are imported cases.

407 zoonotic malaria cases reported in Sabah as of April 18

407 zoonotic malaria cases reported in Sabah as of April 18

The number of cases is a 43 pct decrease from the same period last year.

Spain to allow outdoor exercise as kids prepare for taste of freedom

Spain to allow outdoor exercise as kids prepare for taste of freedom

CORONAVIRUS | It is part of the Spanish gov't's plan to loosen the country's lockdown based on criteria established by WHO.

Global coronavirus death toll hits 200,000

Global coronavirus death toll hits 200,000

CORONAVIRUS | More than 50 pct of the fatalities have been reported by the US, Spain and Italy.

British PM Johnson will be back at work on Monday, office says

British PM Johnson will be back at work on Monday, office says

CORONAVIRUS | As of Saturday, Britain has recorded more than 20,000 deaths from Covid-19.

Only five localities throughout Malaysia are red zones

Only five localities throughout Malaysia are red zones

CORONAVIRUS | A total of 75 percent of all localities have zero active cases.
YOURSAY | Don’t expect PN to learn from our 'plunder the GLCs' history

YOURSAY | Don’t expect PN to learn from our 'plunder the GLCs' history

‘GLCs are seen as cash cows and gravy trains to line pockets with little accountability.’
65 pct of Covid-19 patients cured and 9 news from yesterday

65 pct of Covid-19 patients cured and 9 news from yesterday

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