Archive - 26 December 2020

Govt awaiting feedback from plus size pageant organiser - deputy minister

Govt awaiting feedback from plus size pageant organiser - deputy minister

'We are of the view that it is not appropriate to organise such a programme,' says Ahmad Marzuk.
Julau MP stays on as interim Sarawak PKR chief after chat with Anwar

Julau MP stays on as interim Sarawak PKR chief after chat with Anwar

'Our discussions touched on suitable Dayak leaders in Sarawak PKR, Sarawak PKR’s autonomy...', says Larry Sng.
Factory in Selangor fined RM90,000 for polluting river

Factory in Selangor fined RM90,000 for polluting river

This is after the food and beverage processing plant pleaded guilty to two charges.

Youbeli.com runs second collaborative campaign with PJ Digital Mall

Youbeli.com runs second collaborative campaign with PJ Digital Mall

E-commerce platform launches Year-End Sales, in conjunction with Digital Mall's anniversary.

Penang's ferry only for bicycle, motorcycle from Jan 1

Penang's ferry only for bicycle, motorcycle from Jan 1

Ferry services for four-wheeled vehicles would not be provided from the same date, says SPPP chairperson.
Covid-19 (Dec 26): New record high 2,335 cases

Covid-19 (Dec 26): New record high 2,335 cases

UPDATED 7.10PM | KL, Selangor and Johor reported a surge of cases.

72-year-old Jasin MP Ahmad Hamzah to sit out GE15

72-year-old Jasin MP Ahmad Hamzah to sit out GE15

'It is time for a new candidate to serve the people,' Ahmad says.
Zahid in PN presidential council to monitor govt policies - Tajuddin

Zahid in PN presidential council to monitor govt policies - Tajuddin

'Why wouldn’t Umno discuss any issue if it is related to the interests of the people?' asks the Umno Supreme Council member.
Sabah wants same Petronas benefits as S'wak - Deputy CM

Sabah wants same Petronas benefits as S'wak - Deputy CM

Jeffrey Kitingan says Sabah expects no less in sales tax on oil and gas revenue, 'more is better'.

App for workers to expose errant employers soon

App for workers to expose errant employers soon

It will allow workers to inform govt of employers who neglect their welfare.

Cursing CEO does not reflect TH properties - deputy minister

Cursing CEO does not reflect TH properties - deputy minister

It was just a personal offence committed by the top staff in the company, says Ahmad Marzuk.
Minister confirms raid info leaked to glove factory owner

Minister confirms raid info leaked to glove factory owner

'Before we arrived at the factory, the employer moved workers out in order to evade authorities,' says Saravanan.

Rapid Rail assures LRT service safe after worker contracts Covid-19

Rapid Rail assures LRT service safe after worker contracts Covid-19

COVID-19 | It says all trains are sanitised at peak times and after operational hours each day.

Massive blast in Nashville, possible human remains found near site

Massive blast in Nashville, possible human remains found near site

Motor home exploded moments after a recorded message coming from the vehicle warned of a bomb, 3 hurt.

PKR Youth man dares 'grand coalition' proponents to name leader

PKR Youth man dares 'grand coalition' proponents to name leader

Syukri Razab says they are implying PKR should concede goal of installing Anwar as PM.

Mat Sabu: As Harapan bickers over leader, Muhyiddin strengthens roots

Mat Sabu: As Harapan bickers over leader, Muhyiddin strengthens roots

Amanah president urges Harapan leaders to avoid infighting as divided state will bring defeat.

DAP MP lauds govt for writing off Pahang's water debt, wants same for PTPTN

DAP MP lauds govt for writing off Pahang's water debt, wants same for PTPTN

Kepong lawmaker says PTPTN borrowers among worse impacted by Covid-19 outbreak.

Kit Siang to Annuar: Harapan minister who pushed for Icerd now in PN govt

Kit Siang to Annuar: Harapan minister who pushed for Icerd now in PN govt

BN sec-gen has reportedly claimed that Harapan's attempt to regain power fuelled by failure to ratify Icerd.

First case of new Covid-19 variant found in France as cases rise

First case of new Covid-19 variant found in France as cases rise

COVID-19 | Frenchman who recently arrived from London tested positive for the new coronavirus variant.

China to leapfrog US as world's biggest economy by 2028 - think tank

China to leapfrog US as world's biggest economy by 2028 - think tank

This is five years earlier than estimated due to the two countries' contrasting recoveries from Covid-19, says CEBR.

COMMENT | 12th Malaysia Plan: Time for dynamic growth

COMMENT | 12th Malaysia Plan: Time for dynamic growth

The country needs a dynamic approach to rise, lest we be doomed as others overtake us.

UPDATED 6.55PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 26)

UPDATED 6.55PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 26)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

Covid-19: S'pore reports 14 imported cases, including one from M'sia

Covid-19: S'pore reports 14 imported cases, including one from M'sia

COVID-19 | The 25-year-old Singaporean was asymptomatic and has been isolated upon arrival in city-state.

Penang couple living in car for 8 months receives PPR unit

Penang couple living in car for 8 months receives PPR unit

The plight of the family went viral recently after their house was razed by a fire, leaving them homeless.

UK coronavirus variant not in M'sia yet, and other news you may have missed

UK coronavirus variant not in M'sia yet, and other news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.
Lee: People will benefit from the 'Perak move'

Lee: People will benefit from the 'Perak move'

Pasir Pinji rep says several key reforms have already been introduced by new Perak govt.

YOURSAY | Covid-19 vaccine: Why the need to reinvent the wheel?

YOURSAY | Covid-19 vaccine: Why the need to reinvent the wheel?

‘This is not Viagra, where you can take your own sweet time to approve it. This is an emergency.’
Police nab parang-wielding robber seeking refuge in police station

Police nab parang-wielding robber seeking refuge in police station

He rode a hijacked motorcycle into the grounds of the Tawau police station to escape from a crowd in hot pursuit.
Covid-19: Sg Buloh Hospital warns staff of action if infected after flouting SOP

Covid-19: Sg Buloh Hospital warns staff of action if infected after flouting SOP

Health Ministry's main medical facility for Covid-19 saw a spike in cases among its staff members in recent weeks.