Archive - 26 May 2020

After months in hospital, athlete may soon be discharged under new Covid-19 protocol

After months in hospital, athlete may soon be discharged under new Covid-19 protocol

CORONAVIRUS | National hammer thrower Jackie Wong repeatedly tested positive since being admitted on March 16.

Temple wedding probe - cops record 33 statements

Temple wedding probe - cops record 33 statements

Among them is one form the temple chairperson, say police.

Veteran newsman Ahmad Talib passes away

Veteran newsman Ahmad Talib passes away

UPDATED 11.41PM | The former New Straits Times Press (NSTP) group editor was 69.

'Childcare centres for frontliners' children on par with those overseas'

'Childcare centres for frontliners' children on par with those overseas'

Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Public Health Dr Jemilah Mahmood says the SOP is reviewed through UK and US best practices.

M'sians, MM2H residents happy to return home from Thailand

M'sians, MM2H residents happy to return home from Thailand

They are travelling home on a chartered flight operated by Thai Smile Airways.

Covid-19: S'pore tally surpasses 32K mark with 383 new cases

Covid-19: S'pore tally surpasses 32K mark with 383 new cases

As of yesterday, 607 confirmed cases are still in hospital with eight in critical condition.

Six flash floods in a year – residents spend Raya mopping up

Six flash floods in a year – residents spend Raya mopping up

The root of the problem is believed to be a flawed drainage system, they say.

MRB chief denies speedy approval of RM100m project at his constituency

MRB chief denies speedy approval of RM100m project at his constituency

The project is still in the planning stage, says Jerantut MP Ahmad Nazlan Idris.

New protocol - Covid-19 patients to be discharged after 14 days, even if test positive

New protocol - Covid-19 patients to be discharged after 14 days, even if test positive

UPDATED 8.15PM | CORONAVIRUS | This after WHO says patients are no longer infectious after two weeks and tests only pick up dead-virus fragments in their RNA.

3 clusters detected, building firms reminded to take precautions

3 clusters detected, building firms reminded to take precautions

Employers are responsible for educating workers on good hygiene practices and prevention measures, says Health DG.
UK Covid-19 death toll tops 47,000 as pressure heaps on Johnson

UK Covid-19 death toll tops 47,000 as pressure heaps on Johnson

CORONAVIRUS | A death toll of nearly 50,000 underlined Britain's status as one of the worst-hit countries.

187 new cases; Bukit Jalil depot is second-largest Covid-19 cluster

187 new cases; Bukit Jalil depot is second-largest Covid-19 cluster

UPDATED 7.10PM | CORONAVIRUS | 155 new cases are found at the immigration depot, making it second only to the tabligh cluster in size.

LETTER | Condemn online death threats against elected reps

LETTER | Condemn online death threats against elected reps

LETTER | Is being subjected to vile, horrible comments something female elected reps have to live with?

COMMENT | Who is responsible for so many undocumented migrants?

COMMENT | Who is responsible for so many undocumented migrants?

Unfortunately, there has been no political will to make meaningful changes.

Rehab centre not in Ipoh Barat - Kula tells Najib

Rehab centre not in Ipoh Barat - Kula tells Najib

After Umno's Jerantut MP was criticised, Najib claimed the ex-minister launched a project in his constituency too.

Macau gambling king Stanley Ho dies at age 98

Macau gambling king Stanley Ho dies at age 98

Ho oversaw the transformation of once-sleepy Macau into the world’s biggest casino centre, outpacing Las Vegas.

Be thankful for detention of undocumented migrants - minister tells critics

Be thankful for detention of undocumented migrants - minister tells critics

CORONAVIRUS | Ismail Sabri says he doesn't understand these groups which know nothing about the law.
PAS: Suspend sale of alcohol until drunk driving resolved

PAS: Suspend sale of alcohol until drunk driving resolved

Party info chief says alcohol is a source of road accidents, particularly involving deaths.
Four people per vehicle limit to lift tomorrow - Ismail Sabri

Four people per vehicle limit to lift tomorrow - Ismail Sabri

The number of passengers in a vehicle will be dependent on its capacity as stipulated in the Road Transport Act 1987.

Putrajaya to focus on deportation, boost hospital capacity for infected migrants

Putrajaya to focus on deportation, boost hospital capacity for infected migrants

CORONAVIRUS | Ismail Sabri says migrants who have tested positive for Covid-19 are now being treated at MAEPS.
Banker who approved diversion of US$700m from 1MDB to Jho Low on trial

Banker who approved diversion of US$700m from 1MDB to Jho Low on trial

The banker from Coutts & Co is on trial in Geneva for his role in approving the money transfer to Jho Low's Good Star Ltd.

Give us walkover in Chini to avoid polls during pandemic, Umno vets tell Harapan

Give us walkover in Chini to avoid polls during pandemic, Umno vets tell Harapan

CHINI POLLS | 'It is impossible for Harapan/PKR to challenge the coalition of BN/Umno and PAS,' says sec-gen.

Penang exco wants authorities to take violence against women seriously

Penang exco wants authorities to take violence against women seriously

Chong Eng says her comrades are being victimised by sexist and racist remarks.
Student group calls for lower public university fees as classes go online

Student group calls for lower public university fees as classes go online

The current coronavirus pandemic has resulted in classes moving online and facilities of universities are not used.

Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca

Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca

CORONAVIRUS | The country will begin easing restrictions on movement and travel this week.
Amid protests, Carrie Lam says security laws won't affect HK's freedom

Amid protests, Carrie Lam says security laws won't affect HK's freedom

Beijing unveiled plans last week for national security legislation for Hong Kong that aims to tackle secession, subversion and terrorist activities.

Supermarket ordered shut for crowding under conditional MCO

Supermarket ordered shut for crowding under conditional MCO

CORONAVIRUS | Johor Health director says the supermarket failed to maintain social distancing among its customers.

Fresh Covid-19 outbreaks highlight failure to regulate cramped quarters - MTUC

Fresh Covid-19 outbreaks highlight failure to regulate cramped quarters - MTUC

CORONAVIRUS | New outbreaks have been detected at the Semenyih and Sepang immigration detention centres.

More calls for Penang CM to act against defecting state reps

More calls for Penang CM to act against defecting state reps

State Amanah Youth urges Chow Kon Yeow to be firm in addressing the departure of Khaliq Mehtab and Zolkifli Md Lazim.
ADUN SPEAKS | Gov't must ensure adequate food supply for Pudu's semi-enhanced MCO

ADUN SPEAKS | Gov't must ensure adequate food supply for Pudu's semi-enhanced MCO

The recent reports of food shortages in Pudu seem to be a repeat of the Selayang enhanced MCO food fiasco.

MP concerned at talks of Malacca governor candidates implicated with graft

MP concerned at talks of Malacca governor candidates implicated with graft

Khoo Poay Tiong refers to speculated candidates such as former CM Mohd Ali Rustam and Bersatu leader Zahid Mat Arip.

Oil climbs as suppliers stick to output cuts, coronavirus lockdowns ease

Oil climbs as suppliers stick to output cuts, coronavirus lockdowns ease

The market was buoyed by comments from Russia reporting its oil output had nearly dropped to its target of 8.5 million bpd for May and June

Man killed by vehicle going against traffic in Kuantan

Man killed by vehicle going against traffic in Kuantan

The driver was believed to be driving under the influence.

YOURSAY | GLC treasures should not be for politicians’ taking

YOURSAY | GLC treasures should not be for politicians’ taking

‘PN considers GLC positions as the trophy of victory over the people's will in GE14.’
Singapore cuts 2020 GDP forecast for third time on virus outbreak

Singapore cuts 2020 GDP forecast for third time on virus outbreak

CORONAVIRUS | The city-state's economy contracted 0.7 percent year-on-year in the first quarter

Brazil surpasses US in daily coronavirus death toll

Brazil surpasses US in daily coronavirus death toll

CORONAVIRUS | It reported 807 deaths in the last 24 hours compared with 620 in the US.

Man fined for having too many people over for Raya

Man fined for having too many people over for Raya

It was a violation of social distancing guidelines to curb the spread of Covid-19.

Israel's Netanyahu says he won't miss West Bank annexation opportunity

Israel's Netanyahu says he won't miss West Bank annexation opportunity

He has pledged to put Jewish settlements and the Jordan Valley in the West Bank under Israeli sovereignty.

Billionaire Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit Co fails first rocket launch attempt

Billionaire Richard Branson's Virgin Orbit Co fails first rocket launch attempt

The launch was a key test for the company's plan to launch satellites into space.

WHO pauses hydroxychloroquine trial over safety concerns

WHO pauses hydroxychloroquine trial over safety concerns

CORONAVIRUS | Malaysia is one of the countries recruited by the WHO to be part of the trial.

WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is declining

WHO warns of 'second peak' in areas where Covid-19 is declining

CORONAVIRUS | This is the danger of countries let up too soon on measures to halt the outbreak.

COMMENT | Well, Muhyiddin, is it all worth it now?

COMMENT | Well, Muhyiddin, is it all worth it now?

'Talk among Malaysians is that you will be the shortest prime minister in Malaysian history.'

MP SPEAKS | How long will Parliament be hijacked?

MP SPEAKS | How long will Parliament be hijacked?

MP SPEAKS | PM Muhyiddin Yassin says he doesn't think about politics but his manoeuvrings suggest otherwise, says Kit Siang.

Daily Covid-19 cases hit triple digits again and 6 news from yesterday

Daily Covid-19 cases hit triple digits again and 6 news from yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.