Archive - 12 November 2020

Syed Saddiq questions MOH’s priorities after it lights up Putrajaya for frontliners

Syed Saddiq questions MOH’s priorities after it lights up Putrajaya for frontliners

'Meanwhile, Sabah frontliners have to use their own vehicles to transport patients to hospital.'

34,200 account holders in Sik, Kuala Muda experience water disruption

34,200 account holders in Sik, Kuala Muda experience water disruption

Kedah water company shuts down three water treatment plants due to oil spill.

PBB VP shocked, ashamed by Tiong's 'DG scared to die' remarks

PBB VP shocked, ashamed by Tiong's 'DG scared to die' remarks

Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah disagrees with Tiong’s action despite the latter being one of GPS' leaders.

EMCO: Ministry to station counsellors in Medan 88

EMCO: Ministry to station counsellors in Medan 88

Residents experiencing emotional stress can be guided by professional counsellors, says Rina Harun.

Miti: M'sia, China finalising draft of 2nd cycle 5-year economic programme

Miti: M'sia, China finalising draft of 2nd cycle 5-year economic programme

'Amid Covid-19 challenges, M'sia and China will continue to focus on economic cooperation.'

UK mulls sanctions against China for breaching Hong Kong treaty

UK mulls sanctions against China for breaching Hong Kong treaty

This is in response to China's new rules to disqualify elected legislators in the former British colony.

Covid-19: Sabah sets SOP to manage donations, assistance

Covid-19: Sabah sets SOP to manage donations, assistance

Donors need to inform Deputy State Secretary’s Office (Administration) prior to giving aid.

FGV Holdings says it will achieve 100 pct traceability by 2021

FGV Holdings says it will achieve 100 pct traceability by 2021

Supply-chain traceability ensures buyers can check that the palm oil is legally sourced and produced.

Pope offers Rome's homeless free Covid-19 tests at Vatican

Pope offers Rome's homeless free Covid-19 tests at Vatican

This is part of the Roman Catholic Church's World Day of the Poor activities.

Decision on Ku Nan's RM2m graft case on Dec 21

Decision on Ku Nan's RM2m graft case on Dec 21

It was initially set for Nov 17 but postponed following the CMCO extension.

Two shipping containers full of waste seized in Penang

Two shipping containers full of waste seized in Penang

They contained electrical and electronic waste from Japan.

BN still supports Budget 2021, says Umno leader

BN still supports Budget 2021, says Umno leader

Pasir Salak MP says Umno has decided on the matter, 'no reason' to reject tabled budget.

Health DG: Most who fled EMCO area likely undocumented migrants

Health DG: Most who fled EMCO area likely undocumented migrants

Noor Hisham says they might have been afraid of being arrested during EMCO in Medan 88, Sepang.

Some water polluters out to smear S'gor govt's image - MB

Some water polluters out to smear S'gor govt's image - MB

Amirudin says state govt will not give up on enforcement against those who cause hardship to the people.

CMCO: Sabah allows marriage solemnisation with SOPs

CMCO: Sabah allows marriage solemnisation with SOPs

COVID-19 | SOPs include performing the solemnisation only at the office of state Islamic Religious Affairs Dept.

'High number of cases in N Sembilan from identified clusters'

'High number of cases in N Sembilan from identified clusters'

COVID-19 | However, Health DG says there's no need for targeted enhanced MCO in the state yet.

Nora Anne's inquest: I heard muffled noise in chalet - father

Nora Anne's inquest: I heard muffled noise in chalet - father

This was late into the first night of their stay at The Dusun Resort, Sebastien Quoirin tells Coroner's Court.

Senior judge gets interim stay over ethics committee inquiry

Senior judge gets interim stay over ethics committee inquiry

This is until Hamid Sultan's hearing for his leave application for judicial review challenging in-camera proceedings.

Childcare centres can operate under CMCO - Rina Harun

Childcare centres can operate under CMCO - Rina Harun

However, they must first obtain approval from respective state social welfare departments.

NUTP disagrees with holding students back a grade

NUTP disagrees with holding students back a grade

Social media users moot the idea as Covid-19 has severely disrupted the 2020 school year.

'Human errors' and 'personal project': Hansard reveals more remarks by Bintulu MP

'Human errors' and 'personal project': Hansard reveals more remarks by Bintulu MP

Hansard on yesterday's sitting reports Tiong blaming Health Ministry's 'human errors' for third Covid-19 wave.

CMCO: Minister explains why live events allowed but not football tournaments

CMCO: Minister explains why live events allowed but not football tournaments

This after Malaysia Cup postponed but Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian allowed.

ISKL'S 2020 Valedictorian and perfect scorer gives tips on how to excel at the IB Diploma

ISKL'S 2020 Valedictorian and perfect scorer gives tips on how to excel at the IB Diploma

The International School of Kuala Lumpur’s (ISKL) Class of 2020 graduate and valedictorian Tanmay Gupta achieved a perfect score of 45 points in his International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results.

Join the #JomExperiencePenang Tiktok Competition & win exclusive prizes!

Join the #JomExperiencePenang Tiktok Competition & win exclusive prizes!

Stay home, get creative and showcase Penang's food and culture to win exciting prizes.

Covid-19 (Nov 12): 919 new cases, surge continues in N Sembilan

Covid-19 (Nov 12): 919 new cases, surge continues in N Sembilan

UPDATED 8.15PM | N Sembilan accounts for over a quarter of cases reported today, almost on par with Klang Valley's.

More jobs created in Q3, but still 181k fewer than last year

More jobs created in Q3, but still 181k fewer than last year

'Vacancies were largely in the manufacturing sector with a share of 56 pct' - Stats Dept.

Sabah should be given Covid-19 vaccine supply priority, says MP

Sabah should be given Covid-19 vaccine supply priority, says MP

The state is the epicentre for the third wave of the pandemic, says Chan Foong Hin (Harapan-KK)

Ismail: Cops tracking employers who bussed staff out of EMCO zone

Ismail: Cops tracking employers who bussed staff out of EMCO zone

Some 400 residents at Medan 88 in Sepang have gone missing on the first day of lockdown.

Biden announces his pick for White House chief of staff

Biden announces his pick for White House chief of staff

Ron Klain will oversee the executive office of the president and serve as a senior advisor.

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Stringent action against those spreading slander - IGP

Stringent action against those spreading slander - IGP

Action will be taken against those who spread videos or photos of police which can be defamatory.

Govt to launch undocumented migrants recalibration plan from Nov 16

Govt to launch undocumented migrants recalibration plan from Nov 16

The plan is for those who wish to work legally and for those who want to return to their countries.

Bersatu files report over article linking PM to suit challenging Agong’s emergency decision

Bersatu files report over article linking PM to suit challenging Agong’s emergency decision

UPDATED 5.30PM | Party lodging 7 simultaneous police reports over the claim, says info chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan.

Wage subsidy programme: Socso receives 345 complaints, 155 false claims

Wage subsidy programme: Socso receives 345 complaints, 155 false claims

'The ministry will temporarily suspend payments to employers involved in false claims' - Awang Hashim.

EPF chief vows not to make reckless decision over Account 1 withdrawal

EPF chief vows not to make reckless decision over Account 1 withdrawal

Tunku Alizakari fears members will struggle as many have less than RM10,000 savings.

Asean plays critical role in addressing Covid-19 challenges: Muhyiddin

Asean plays critical role in addressing Covid-19 challenges: Muhyiddin

This is especially true when it comes to the development and access to Covid-19 vaccine, says PM.

PKR MP warns of TB rise after Covid-19 lockdown, calls for more allocation

PKR MP warns of TB rise after Covid-19 lockdown, calls for more allocation

'If the allocations are reduced, we could be destroyed,' says Azman Ismail.

Suhakam: Release unconvicted detainees of petty crimes, refugees from prisons

Suhakam: Release unconvicted detainees of petty crimes, refugees from prisons

This to reduce the risk of further Covid-19 outbreaks in overcrowded prisons, says commisioner Jerald Joseph.

M'sia reiterates solidarity with Palestine at 37th Asean summit

M'sia reiterates solidarity with Palestine at 37th Asean summit

Muhyiddin says viable solution to conflict is two-state solution.

Medan 88 EMCO - over 400 residents missing

Medan 88 EMCO - over 400 residents missing

The number of those who did not return home was detected following interviews with residents.

Malaysia will never entertain any claim on Sabah - deputy minister

Malaysia will never entertain any claim on Sabah - deputy minister

Kamarudin Jaffar says over 66 pct of Sabahans voted to join Malaysia in 1963.

Umany apologises, retracts article on king's role

Umany apologises, retracts article on king's role

'We would like to apologise for our lack of a thorough understanding of the Constitution.'

South China Sea issue must be resolved peacefully - Muhyiddin

South China Sea issue must be resolved peacefully - Muhyiddin

Resolution must follow principles of international law, says the prime minister.

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Top Glove says operations unaffected by Covid-19 outbreak among workers

Top Glove says operations unaffected by Covid-19 outbreak among workers

It is very much under control and we are working very closely with the Health Ministry, says the company.

Umany ex-president to be charged tomorrow

Umany ex-president to be charged tomorrow

Wong Yang Kee will be charged under section 188 of the Penal Code.

PKR MP moots half-day, weekly session to table no-confidence motions

PKR MP moots half-day, weekly session to table no-confidence motions

This would prevent ongoing Budget 2021 debates from being politicised, says Wong Chen.

Span denies Hee's statement that it was slow to react to effluents dumping

Span denies Hee's statement that it was slow to react to effluents dumping

Water supply body says that a report on Nov 4 was a separate incident, unrelated to a later disruption.

Covid-19 data provided to avoid stigma against current, former patients

Covid-19 data provided to avoid stigma against current, former patients

Health Minister says stigma could affect victims' health with depression, fatigue, and headache.

Southeast Asian leaders begin summit amid 'major power rivalries'

Southeast Asian leaders begin summit amid 'major power rivalries'

High on the summit's agenda will be tensions in the South China Sea.

S'pore-HK travel bubble sparks bookings surge, hopes for wider reopening

S'pore-HK travel bubble sparks bookings surge, hopes for wider reopening

First flights between the two cities start Nov 22 on Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific Airways.

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Dr M reserves stand on whether to support Budget 2021

Dr M reserves stand on whether to support Budget 2021

UPDATED 2.46PM | PARLIAMENT | I hope the suggestions made will be given a place in the budget, says ex-PM.

Bintulu MP Tiong bombarded with barbs over 'DG afraid to die' remark

Bintulu MP Tiong bombarded with barbs over 'DG afraid to die' remark

He was urged to apologise over the attack on the Health director-general.

Education issue will determine Maszlee's attitude on Budget 2021

Education issue will determine Maszlee's attitude on Budget 2021

INTERVIEW | For me, politics is to ensure the best education for the people, says the Simpang Renggam MP.

Biden reassures US allies in calls with leaders of Japan, S Korea, Australia

Biden reassures US allies in calls with leaders of Japan, S Korea, Australia

The leaders talked about climate change and regional security.

Kepong MP suspended for 5 days for 'stupid ruling' comment

Kepong MP suspended for 5 days for 'stupid ruling' comment

UPDATED 1.10PM | Lim Lip Eng called a ruling made by Deputy Speaker Azalina 'stupid'.

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YouTube back up after worldwide outage

YouTube back up after worldwide outage

Users complain of trouble in watching videos on the platform.

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COMMENT | World Pneumonia Day to expose No.1 killer of young children

COMMENT | World Pneumonia Day to expose No.1 killer of young children

'Only one in five caregivers could recognise the danger signs of pneumonia.'

Ngeh: End property gains tax to help spur economy

Ngeh: End property gains tax to help spur economy

Beruas MP cites two previous instances under which the tax was suspended.
Ministry data: 15pct of SJKC students are Malay

Ministry data: 15pct of SJKC students are Malay

There’s a jump in Malay student enrolment at Chinese primary schools over the past decade.
Frequent water supply disruptions, need for other raw water sources

Frequent water supply disruptions, need for other raw water sources

Looking for other sources, such as seawater and groundwater, is among the best options.

Hong Kong is dying - Opposition lawmakers to quit in protest over oustings

Hong Kong is dying - Opposition lawmakers to quit in protest over oustings

'The city is dying. It has been dying for some time. Now we’re even more alike to China.'
Postponement of the 4th MIFFest due to the closure of cinemas in Malaysia

Postponement of the 4th MIFFest due to the closure of cinemas in Malaysia

With regret, we announce that the 4th Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest) is postponed to 2021 due to the closure of all the cinemas in Malaysia as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

'We're not a colony': Mexican president stands firm on not recognising Biden win

'We're not a colony': Mexican president stands firm on not recognising Biden win

He says he will wait until legal challenges launched by the Trump administration over the vote have played out.
KL MPs press FT minister to meet and discuss city's budget

KL MPs press FT minister to meet and discuss city's budget

While lauding his 'free-trading' announcement, they want to ensure it is not abused.

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Politicians told not to visit Sabah for Batu Sapi by-election

Politicians told not to visit Sabah for Batu Sapi by-election

About 450 Covid-19 cases in Peninsular Malaysia were traced back to Sabah state election, says Masidi.

Lucrative VEP contract: Liow oblivious of MCA colleague's interest

Lucrative VEP contract: Liow oblivious of MCA colleague's interest

The ex-transport minister did not know party member was a shareholder in the firm that won the contract, PAC told.

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Dr M: M'sians are starving, govt not helping enough

Dr M: M'sians are starving, govt not helping enough

'There have not been many ideas to address this problem... the impact of Covid-19 on the economy.'

COMMENT | Bintulu MP's tirade against Health DG a 'classless' act

COMMENT | Bintulu MP's tirade against Health DG a 'classless' act

My message to Tiong King Sing: 'Be a man of class. Think carefully before you speak and avoid creating blunders.'

COMMENT | Does it make a difference who stirs Chinese emotions?

COMMENT | Does it make a difference who stirs Chinese emotions?

The non-Malay political narrative post-GE14 has been one of backpedalling, sycophancy and Orwellian doublespeak.

YOURSAY | ‘DAP could have used Jasa against Umno, but it didn’t’

YOURSAY | ‘DAP could have used Jasa against Umno, but it didn’t’

‘Puad, if DAP wants revenge against Umno, it wouldn’t have shut down Jasa.’
Full water supply restored to 69pct of affected areas, says Air Selangor

Full water supply restored to 69pct of affected areas, says Air Selangor

A total of 888 areas have now regained water supply.

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia should not be held to ransom by a vaccine’

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia should not be held to ransom by a vaccine’

‘But is it wrong for China to ask for leniency for their fishermen?’
Factory dumped toxic waste into the sewage system and other news you may have missed

Factory dumped toxic waste into the sewage system and other news you may have missed

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

Base EPF withdrawal amount on savings in hand, union urges govt

Base EPF withdrawal amount on savings in hand, union urges govt

The RM500 per month limit not able to help families of civil servants facing financial difficulties, says a university staff union.

UPDATED 9.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Nov 12)

UPDATED 9.15PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Nov 12)

Below are verified locations reported to be affected today.

No intention to malign Health DG, says Tiong

No intention to malign Health DG, says Tiong

The Bintulu MP says he only meant to highlight people’s dissatisfaction with govt response to Covid-19 pandemic.