Archive - 7 January 2021

Perhilitan defends raids on gibbon centre, stresses no warrant needed

Perhilitan defends raids on gibbon centre, stresses no warrant needed

It claims that the Wildlife Conservation Act 2010 allows it to carry out the raid without first securing a warrant.
Covid-19: Lockdown in two longhouses in Sri Aman

Covid-19: Lockdown in two longhouses in Sri Aman

This comes after the detection of local Covid-19 infections, says Douglas Uggah Embas

Man arrested for allegedly threatening to kill journalist

Man arrested for allegedly threatening to kill journalist

Investigations revealed the man is the father of one of the four suspects shot dead by police in Sungai Buloh on Dec 25.
Malaysia's biodiesel mandate, like Indonesia's, to be delayed

Malaysia's biodiesel mandate, like Indonesia's, to be delayed

'We're giving priority for govt's post-Covid-19 economic recovery plan,' says Plantation Industries and Commodities Ministry sec-gen.
Flood evacuees happy to see SOPs in place at relief centre

Flood evacuees happy to see SOPs in place at relief centre

SOPs such as maintaining cleanliness has always been practised by evacuees.
Floods: TNB shuts down 14 substations in Dungun

Floods: TNB shuts down 14 substations in Dungun

The shutdown in Bandar Al Muktafi Billah Shah is necessary as floodwater levels have risen.

Paw-sitively safe: 40 cats among flood victims evacuated to relief centre

Paw-sitively safe: 40 cats among flood victims evacuated to relief centre

A total of 11 personnel braved the floodwaters to save the cats.
Penang CM gets new official car

Penang CM gets new official car

It's an RM458,122.78 Mercedes S560e.

Durian farmers lodge report over presence of armed personnel, unknown individuals

Durian farmers lodge report over presence of armed personnel, unknown individuals

Samka demands sincere and comprehensive answers from the police.

I predicted Umno-Bersatu conflict, says Dr M

I predicted Umno-Bersatu conflict, says Dr M

He says he predicted this at the time when they were forming the Perikatan Nasional government.

PAS to meet on Saturday to discuss possible Umno-Bersatu breakup

PAS to meet on Saturday to discuss possible Umno-Bersatu breakup

Nothing further to say, till after the meeting, PAS treasurer Iskandar Abd Samad tells the media.

Penang investiture ceremony rescheduled to February

Penang investiture ceremony rescheduled to February

The ceremony will be limited to recipients of the state’s highest awards only, as a measure to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
Dr M: ROS said Pejuang application okay, but it needs to refer to the minister

Dr M: ROS said Pejuang application okay, but it needs to refer to the minister

UPDATED 7.25PM | ROS informed the Pejuang secretary that the party's document submission was okay, the former PM adds.

DAP rep vague on party switch, but says MCA should not be rejected

DAP rep vague on party switch, but says MCA should not be rejected

Leong Cheok Keng claims that Perak DAP had sidelined him over the past year.

Moderna CEO says vaccine likely to protect for 'couple of years'

Moderna CEO says vaccine likely to protect for 'couple of years'

However, more information is required before a definitive assessment can be made.

Major asset manager raps Top Glove board over worker safety

Major asset manager raps Top Glove board over worker safety

The world's largest maker of medical-grade gloves has failed egregiously in protecting its workers, Black Rock says.

Malaysia Airlines' debt restructuring nears completion - parent company

Malaysia Airlines' debt restructuring nears completion - parent company

MAG in talks with 40 creditors, lessors to take a haircut in RM16b debt restructuring plan for 'win-win' result.

Covid-19 (Jan 7): New cases breach 3,000 mark, many hit with Sari in S'gor

Covid-19 (Jan 7): New cases breach 3,000 mark, many hit with Sari in S'gor

UPDATED 7.38PM | There are 142 patients requiring intensive care and a record 25,742 active cases as of today.

Medical industry to benefit from Aoikumo’s all-in-one cloud-based solution

Medical industry to benefit from Aoikumo’s all-in-one cloud-based solution

The app will enable general practitioners (GPs) and dental clinics to manage appointments, CRM, inventory, POS billing and more in a single platform.

S'gor BN info chief: Annuar removed for leaning too far to Bersatu

S'gor BN info chief: Annuar removed for leaning too far to Bersatu

The grassroots don't want leaders or a sec-gen that will 'sell away' Umno, says Isham Jalil.

Saiful joins Bersatu as his first 'political vessel'

Saiful joins Bersatu as his first 'political vessel'

The ex-Anwar aide spent 12 years in politics without a party.

Use cordial means to claim water charges from Penang - Kedah Harapan

Use cordial means to claim water charges from Penang - Kedah Harapan

There should be better negotiation without sounding like a threat, says Phahrolrazi Mohd Zawawi.

Metal company fined RM25,000 for excessive release of industrial effluent

Metal company fined RM25,000 for excessive release of industrial effluent

The effluent contained heavy metals and was released into inland waters at the Rawang Integration Industrial Park.
Covid-19: Is Selangor on same trajectory as Sabah?

Covid-19: Is Selangor on same trajectory as Sabah?

COVID-19 | This is as dire situation described by Health DG yesterday eerily similar to what happened in Sabah.

Flood rescuer drowned after falling off boat from exhaustion

Flood rescuer drowned after falling off boat from exhaustion

The victim had been helping to send villagers to the temporary shelter in Kampung Manjor, Kuala Krai.
RM200 e-rebate for energy efficient fridge, air-conditioner

RM200 e-rebate for energy efficient fridge, air-conditioner

E-rebate is for purchase of locally made 4 or 5-star energy-efficient fridge, air-conditioner, or those Sirim certified.

Gibbon centre founder seeks meeting with ministry after Perhilitan raids

Gibbon centre founder seeks meeting with ministry after Perhilitan raids

Mariani Ramli hopes NGOs can be allowed to assist the government in rehabilitating wildlife.
MP SPEAKS | US protests: Sullying of democratic ideals threatens us all

MP SPEAKS | US protests: Sullying of democratic ideals threatens us all

'These were not peaceful protestors but more an angry mob'.

LETTER | AG's Chambers is insulated from political interference

LETTER | AG's Chambers is insulated from political interference

Only the attorney-general can decide on whether to continue court cases.

Court warns Najib over FB post 'attacking' Zeti

Court warns Najib over FB post 'attacking' Zeti

EX-PM's lawyer argues that his client 'did not cast the first stone'.

COMMENT | Snap general election not needed to change govt

COMMENT | Snap general election not needed to change govt

All that's needed to bring govt down legitimately is for handful of MPs to publicly declare they no longer support govt.

Penang DAP launches signature campaign to restore 4 infrastructure projects

Penang DAP launches signature campaign to restore 4 infrastructure projects

It wants the PN government to stop its 'political vengeance' against the state.

PN using weapon called 'Wee' to victimise Penangites - Guan Eng

PN using weapon called 'Wee' to victimise Penangites - Guan Eng

DAP leader points out three of four cancelled projects directly linked to Transport Ministry.

After ROS rejection, Muda claims PN blocking it from GE15

After ROS rejection, Muda claims PN blocking it from GE15

This is a wicked attempt to stop us and supporters from taking part in coming GE, Muda says.

LETTER | An open letter to Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin

LETTER | An open letter to Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin

Let's take urgent steps lest Malaysia slips into Covid coma.

Sabah state polls cost RM130m, Takiyuddin tells Parliament

Sabah state polls cost RM130m, Takiyuddin tells Parliament

Minister says govt's highest amount was for 'rentals' at RM69,678,260.

COMMENT | Preventing 'Trump 2024'

COMMENT | Preventing 'Trump 2024'

COMMENT | More than 74 million Americans voted for Trump in November, compared to 81 million for Biden.

Sexual Harassment Bill to be tabled this year - minister

Sexual Harassment Bill to be tabled this year - minister

Rina Harun says initial plans to table the draft Bill last year was postponed due to Covid-19.

Bus stranded in Pahang flood, traveller recalls help from villagers

Bus stranded in Pahang flood, traveller recalls help from villagers

Water covered half the bus, but villagers offered food and Makcik Melor cooked for us, says Farys Nordin.

Xperanti introduces Praba Sangarajoo as new Chief Executive Officer

Xperanti introduces Praba Sangarajoo as new Chief Executive Officer

Former Sapura COO for Rail Business to lead Xperanti through next phase of growth

ROS rejects Pejuang, Muda applications for registration

ROS rejects Pejuang, Muda applications for registration

UPDATED 12.20PM | ROS decision prejudices Muda's constitutional right to association, Dr Thanussha.

Twitter locks Trump's account temporarily over inflammatory rhetoric

Twitter locks Trump's account temporarily over inflammatory rhetoric

The social media company warns of permanent suspension if violation of its rules continues.

2021-01-08

2021-01-08

King can appoint interim govt after Umno splits from Bersatu: Ex-law minister

King can appoint interim govt after Umno splits from Bersatu: Ex-law minister

Nazri Aziz says the Agong can delay dissolving Parliament and a snap election.

COMMENT | Malaysia's three kingdoms in GE15 war

COMMENT | Malaysia's three kingdoms in GE15 war

BN, PN and Harapan are the main players in the coming GE15.

HSR: Why oppose joint AssetsCo if it can help grow local firms, Anwar asks

HSR: Why oppose joint AssetsCo if it can help grow local firms, Anwar asks

He calls on the PM to address this matter, as it reflects on Malaysia's integrity as a trading and bilateral partner.

MP SPEAKS | Are all parties prepared to save Malaysia in 2021?

MP SPEAKS | Are all parties prepared to save Malaysia in 2021?

All political parties should meet at a national conference to address pandemic and corruption.

As Umno mulls break-up, Bersatu is determined to keep PN govt intact

As Umno mulls break-up, Bersatu is determined to keep PN govt intact

Bersatu also calls on its partners in the government to be disciplined.

COMMENT | Super-spreading clusters in our 'truth deficiency syndrome'

COMMENT | Super-spreading clusters in our 'truth deficiency syndrome'

When will the govt accept that everything and anything cannot be hidden from the public?

Democrats get full control of US Congress after bagging Georgia runoffs

Democrats get full control of US Congress after bagging Georgia runoffs

Democrats now have narrow control of both chambers of Congress.
Govt mulls lowering minimum age for senators - minister

Govt mulls lowering minimum age for senators - minister

The current minimum age for one to be a senator is 30 years.

YOURSAY | ‘To the anti-Lims: Be careful of what you wish’

YOURSAY | ‘To the anti-Lims: Be careful of what you wish’

‘A potential radical change in leadership and direction may bring the downfall of the party.’
BOOK REVIEW | Charting an invisible world

BOOK REVIEW | Charting an invisible world

If a truly representative Malaysian canon is to be compiled, Tash Aw's 'We, the Survivors' deserves a place.

Harry Singh - the passing of a scion

Harry Singh - the passing of a scion

Blessed with the gift of the gab, Harry also displayed the skills of a salesman and had the knack of giving ceramah.
Trump supporters storm US Capitol building, lawmakers evacuated

Trump supporters storm US Capitol building, lawmakers evacuated

‘It's not a protest, it's insurrection,’ decries president-elect Joe Biden.
400 volunteers wanted for Covid-19 vaccine trial in Sarawak

400 volunteers wanted for Covid-19 vaccine trial in Sarawak

State Health Department is looking for healthy persons to take part in the trial at the Sarawak General Hospital.

Putrajaya probed allegation US jet impersonated as M'sian plane

Putrajaya probed allegation US jet impersonated as M'sian plane

The US surveillance aircraft went on to spy on China's military base, a US-based magazine reports.

Annuar holds tell-all press conference and other news you may have missed

Annuar holds tell-all press conference and other news you may have missed

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

UPDATED 8.52PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 7)

UPDATED 8.52PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 7)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

Umno assembly to decide on future with Bersatu on Jan 31

Umno assembly to decide on future with Bersatu on Jan 31

Grassroots leaders want to cut ties with Bersatu when GE15 comes around.