Archive - 30 December 2020

Works Ministry promises to fix potholes within 24 hours

Works Ministry promises to fix potholes within 24 hours

Pothole damage defined as holes with diameters of between 200mm to 1,000mm.

Minimum attendance in division meetings to avoid Covid-19 - Umno sec-gen

Minimum attendance in division meetings to avoid Covid-19 - Umno sec-gen

One-fourth attendance needed to fulfill quorum as per RoS rules.

Syed Saddiq goes bald after laptop donation target reached

Syed Saddiq goes bald after laptop donation target reached

His '1 Keluarga, 1 Laptop' campaign raised RM383,000 in five days.

Thirteen die in attack on Aden airport moments after new Yemen cabinet lands

Thirteen die in attack on Aden airport moments after new Yemen cabinet lands

Newly formed cabinet unites govt of President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi with southern separatists.

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GE15: Zahid to meet Umno division chiefs next month

GE15: Zahid to meet Umno division chiefs next month

Umno elections director Tajuddin Abdul Rahman said majority of them do not want the party to work with Bersatu

US bans Sime Darby palm oil products over forced labour risks

US bans Sime Darby palm oil products over forced labour risks

UPDATED 10PM | Information indicates 11 forced labour indicators in Sime Darby Plantation’s production - US CBP.

S'wak election: Harapan to announce seat allocation, assures no clashes

S'wak election: Harapan to announce seat allocation, assures no clashes

Sarawak Harapan leaders say will announce seats this Saturday.

Muafakat Nasional name already registered by someone else

Muafakat Nasional name already registered by someone else

PAS vice president says this is why coalition hasn't been formally registered.

Azmin yet to be properly served with Gombak voters' suit - lawyer

Azmin yet to be properly served with Gombak voters' suit - lawyer

The cause papers were only served on a person at the minister's service centre, says Azmin's lawyer.

Covid-19 (Dec 30): 1,870 new infections, prison outbreak spurs Johor surge

Covid-19 (Dec 30): 1,870 new infections, prison outbreak spurs Johor surge

UPDATED 9.30PM | COVID-19 | This is the first time Johor has more new cases than other states.

Explainer: Indonesia's banned Islamic group has seen influence rising

Explainer: Indonesia's banned Islamic group has seen influence rising

Last month, thousands rallied in support of Islamic Defender's Front leader Rizieq Shihab.

Indonesia bans hardline Islamic Defender's Front group

Indonesia bans hardline Islamic Defender's Front group

The ban follows November return of group's spiritual figurehead, Rizieq Shihab.

Covid-19 SOP strictly complied with at Malacca Zoo - state exco

Covid-19 SOP strictly complied with at Malacca Zoo - state exco

All SOPs set for the operation of the zoo during pandemic have been strictly enforced, says exco member Jailani.

Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine 79pct effective, seeks approval in China

Sinopharm's Covid-19 vaccine 79pct effective, seeks approval in China

Should this be endorsed, it will become China's first approved vaccine for general public use.

Report: Minister predicts GE15 to be held in 2023

Report: Minister predicts GE15 to be held in 2023

PN govt in strong position after last Parliament sitting, says Mohd Redzuan.

Indira Gandhi in court filing questions police failure to locate ex-hubby

Indira Gandhi in court filing questions police failure to locate ex-hubby

Since the police know Riduan's whereabouts, why can't they recover her daughter Prasana, she asks in the filing.

Britain first to approve AstraZeneca/Oxford Covid-19 vaccine

Britain first to approve AstraZeneca/Oxford Covid-19 vaccine

Britain has ordered 100 million doses of this vaccine.

Dazed and confused: Covid-19 positive patients wait at home in limbo

Dazed and confused: Covid-19 positive patients wait at home in limbo

The Health Ministry's phone lines are often busy and no detailed guidance is given on self-isolation of positive cases.

COMMENT | My experience living with Covid-19 patient for a week

COMMENT | My experience living with Covid-19 patient for a week

My housemate was tested positive on Dec 23 and has yet to be taken to the hospital.

Company, directors charged with using uncertified halal logo

Company, directors charged with using uncertified halal logo

Meat supplying company and two of its directors pleaded not guilty to charges today.

MP SPEAKS | 2020 verdict for PN’s performance: Double standards in enforcing laws

MP SPEAKS | 2020 verdict for PN’s performance: Double standards in enforcing laws

The rakyat has lost hope with a government that willingly sacrifices public interest for political survival.
Restoring Mersing's image will be the priority of related agencies - district officer

Restoring Mersing's image will be the priority of related agencies - district officer

Action will be taken on garbage in district's public areas, following the disappointment expressed by Sultan Ibrahim.

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PJ police chief donates mobile phone to teenaged victim of theft

PJ police chief donates mobile phone to teenaged victim of theft

Brothers who operate burger stall in Kota Damansara had phones and cash taken.

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Pakcik Mukhlis takes 400km walk to help children with cancer

Pakcik Mukhlis takes 400km walk to help children with cancer

Senior citizen says heat and wild animals have been his biggest obstacles.

Commotion after Seremban Umno committee meeting ends abruptly

Commotion after Seremban Umno committee meeting ends abruptly

The committee members were not given an opportunity to air their views, says the division youth leader.
Perhilitan calls off second raid at gibbon rehab centre

Perhilitan calls off second raid at gibbon rehab centre

UPDATED 8PM | The centre reports department to the police after it did not produce a warrant.

Singapore begins rollout of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine with healthcare workers

Singapore begins rollout of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine with healthcare workers

Singapore is the first country in Asia to approve the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine.
APIB CEO expects 2021 growth rate of 6.6pct for Malaysia

APIB CEO expects 2021 growth rate of 6.6pct for Malaysia

Numbers are expected to rebound after contracting by 5.7 percent in 2020.

Art Harun stays as speaker, Mahathir's suit dismissed

Art Harun stays as speaker, Mahathir's suit dismissed

UPDATED 1.18PM | The judge also allows Azalina's application to strike Mahathir's legal challenge against her appointment.

10 markets, supermarkets affected by Covid-19 in the past fortnight

10 markets, supermarkets affected by Covid-19 in the past fortnight

As movement restriction relaxes nationwide, more and more premises are announcing temporary closure for sanitation.
LETTER | Clamp down on sale of dangerous car accessories

LETTER | Clamp down on sale of dangerous car accessories

Dummy buckle is being misused by people who refuse to buckle up.

i-TimeTec Smart IoT Devices Make Homes Smarter

i-TimeTec Smart IoT Devices Make Homes Smarter

i-TimeTec Smart Security consists of a smart gateway complete with camera, door/window magnetic sensor, PIR motion sensor, smoke sensor, alarm siren and panic button for users to monitor their homes or offices closely.
COMMENT | Death and dignity: Remembering our Covid warriors

COMMENT | Death and dignity: Remembering our Covid warriors

This year’s Covid-19’s courageous warriors deserve recognition.
UPDATED 10.45PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 30)

UPDATED 10.45PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Dec 30)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

And the newsmaker of 2020 is…

And the newsmaker of 2020 is…

Who among the 22 candidates bags the Newsmaker of 2020 award?
Prasarana mum over report Tajuddin is flexing his powers

Prasarana mum over report Tajuddin is flexing his powers

Report alleges chairperson is seeking significant changes at the rail and bus transport operator.

'What happened to JKR zero pothole promise made in 2016?'

'What happened to JKR zero pothole promise made in 2016?'

Road safety activist blasts JKR for reacting only when an issue goes viral.

Biden offers gloomy vaccine outlook as US reports first case of Covid-19 variant

Biden offers gloomy vaccine outlook as US reports first case of Covid-19 variant

'It’s going to take years, not months, to vaccinate the American people,' says the president-elect.
New Yorkers meet in Times Square to say 'Good Riddance' to Covid-19

New Yorkers meet in Times Square to say 'Good Riddance' to Covid-19

Zoom video calls also take place at the event, which has been organised by Times Square Alliance since 2007.

Malaysia to intensify Covid-19 vaccine development with UAE - Agong

Malaysia to intensify Covid-19 vaccine development with UAE - Agong

The UAE has demonstrated itself as a friend of Malaysia during this difficult period, His Majesty says.

COMMENT | Are we ready for Asean travel balloon?

COMMENT | Are we ready for Asean travel balloon?

A cautious and incremental approach in moving towards an Asean travel balloon can give a fillip to economic growth.
Meat smuggling: Establishment of RCI is the best step - Zulkifli

Meat smuggling: Establishment of RCI is the best step - Zulkifli

A Royal Commission of Inquiry is the best way to investigate the issue, says Minister PM's Dept Zulkifli Mohamad.

Water supply restored in Petaling, 84pct in Klang and Shah Alam

Water supply restored in Petaling, 84pct in Klang and Shah Alam

Full resumption in remaining affected areas is expected by noon.

US State Department approves sale of 3,000 smart bombs to Saudi Arabia

US State Department approves sale of 3,000 smart bombs to Saudi Arabia

The potential sale of 3,000 precision-guided munitions to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is valued at up to US$290 billion.

My heart is with Umno, says Ku Li

My heart is with Umno, says Ku Li

Gua Musang MP says this after being criticised for sharing the stage with ex-PM Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

COMMENT | Are DAP, PKR listening to Teng and Rafizi?

COMMENT | Are DAP, PKR listening to Teng and Rafizi?

The two parties should examine the duo’s concerns and act upon them where necessary.
Police believe meat cartel involves both local and foreign syndicates

Police believe meat cartel involves both local and foreign syndicates

The frozen meat cartel which allegedly uses fake halal labels involves a wide network, says Bukit Aman CID chief.

YOURSAY | JKR should apologise to all taxpayers

YOURSAY | JKR should apologise to all taxpayers

‘They should apologise to all of us - everybody, every day.’
Farewell, New Sabah Times

Farewell, New Sabah Times

Seen as one of the state’s oldest and reputable news sources, it will print its final edition tomorrow, Dec 31.

COMMENT | 2020: When people followed rules, politicians broke them

COMMENT | 2020: When people followed rules, politicians broke them

It is safe to say that 2020 did not turn out the way Mahathir wanted it.
LETTER | Covid-19: Not just a matter of life or death

LETTER | Covid-19: Not just a matter of life or death

The public seems to think Covid-19 is more of an inconvenience than a serious disease, but then there's 'Long Covid'.

Dr M right for GE14, but new faces needed for next election - Mukhriz

Dr M right for GE14, but new faces needed for next election - Mukhriz

'It's time for us to look for new figures, otherwise, it would just be the same names repeated.'

NDAs on vaccine procurements explained, and other news you may have missed

NDAs on vaccine procurements explained, and other news you may have missed

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