Archive - 15 January 2021

Malaysia initiates legal action against EU following anti-palm oil campaign

Malaysia initiates legal action against EU following anti-palm oil campaign

This legal action demonstrates the government’s seriousness to safeguard the country’s palm oil industry, says minister.
Call for Zahid to go on leave gets support from Seremban Umno Youth

Call for Zahid to go on leave gets support from Seremban Umno Youth

Sabah Umno Youth chief, however, says Umno president should be given a chance.

Covid-19 patients can now report themselves via MySejahtera app

Covid-19 patients can now report themselves via MySejahtera app

The application is being upgraded and enhanced to better manage the outbreak, says Health DG.
Night market traders want govt to lift ban during MCO

Night market traders want govt to lift ban during MCO

They have lost earnings after night markets are not allowed to operate under the renewed MCO.

Move press conferences online, journalists urge amid Covid-19 spike

Move press conferences online, journalists urge amid Covid-19 spike

There have been incidents where those at pressers later tested positive.

Deputy health minister: Private hospitals agree to treat Covid-19 patients

Deputy health minister: Private hospitals agree to treat Covid-19 patients

MOH to have another round of meeting with APHM and other stakeholders in the near future.

Grabcar was not in competition with M'sian cabbies: court filing

Grabcar was not in competition with M'sian cabbies: court filing

It says this in its statement of defence against a lawsuit by taxi drivers.

Questioning mosque SOPs means questioning sultans - minister

Questioning mosque SOPs means questioning sultans - minister

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says mosque SOPs are set by the states and their respective sultans.

MyBeras to help B40 during MCO - Annuar

MyBeras to help B40 during MCO - Annuar

'We will distribute free rice to about 3,000 people weekly with 1,000 recipients a day,' says the FT minister.
Covid-19 (Jan 15): 3,211 new cases, record ICU usage, new high in T'ganu

Covid-19 (Jan 15): 3,211 new cases, record ICU usage, new high in T'ganu

The number of active Covid-19 cases has reached a new high of 35,253.

Emergency does not infringe on human rights: Sri Ram

Emergency does not infringe on human rights: Sri Ram

And king's right to extend it beyond Aug 1 cannot be challenged, adds the veteran legal eagle.

Tenaganita: Don't demonise undocumented migrants to justify emergency

Tenaganita: Don't demonise undocumented migrants to justify emergency

Human rights group says Defence Minister Ismail Sabri's statement is admission govt unable to secure borders.

RON95, RON97 prices up five sen, diesel three sen

RON95, RON97 prices up five sen, diesel three sen

This based on the weekly retail pricing of petroleum products using the APM formula.

DAP rep will not explain alleged move to join MCA, terms it unfair

DAP rep will not explain alleged move to join MCA, terms it unfair

Leong Cheok Keng has decided not to respond to the disciplinary committee’s letter.

A glimpse of how private sector may be roped into Covid-19 fight

A glimpse of how private sector may be roped into Covid-19 fight

MOH has constructed a 'conceptual model' to get healthcare providers into the ring.
Kelantan, Sibu placed under MCO

Kelantan, Sibu placed under MCO

UPDATED 6.35PM | This is following a surge in Covid-19 cases in the state and district.

Extend loan moratorium, Fomca urges Bank Negara

Extend loan moratorium, Fomca urges Bank Negara

The consumer body also calls for mininum wage for workers impacted by the pandemic.
Civil servants should come forward to report corrupt practices - Azam

Civil servants should come forward to report corrupt practices - Azam

Issues such as lack of integrity and abuse of power should not be taken lightly, says MACC chief commissioner.
Lawyers worry over expanded 'draconian' govt powers

Lawyers worry over expanded 'draconian' govt powers

UPDATED 6.14PM | They feel the layperson will be put at a great disadvantage.
COMMENT | Don't use emergency to arm-twist, bully private healthcare sector

COMMENT | Don't use emergency to arm-twist, bully private healthcare sector

The government should stop playing 'big brother'.

Who's calling the shots on SOP? Make up your mind -  Hannah

Who's calling the shots on SOP? Make up your mind - Hannah

DAP MPs blast contradictions in announcements by Ismail Sabri and Annuar Musa.
Indonesia quake kills at least 35, injures hundreds

Indonesia quake kills at least 35, injures hundreds

There have been 26 aftershocks, says Metorology and Geophysis Agency head Dwikorita Karnawati.

University groups blast 'elitism, sycophancy' of emergency-supporting academics

University groups blast 'elitism, sycophancy' of emergency-supporting academics

Don't curry favour in exchange for career advancement, they tell dons.
LETTER | Don’t be condescending towards young lawyers

LETTER | Don’t be condescending towards young lawyers

Treat them fairly in their struggle against exploitative employers.
Flirting with danger, Umno Youth leader firm on Zahid taking a break

Flirting with danger, Umno Youth leader firm on Zahid taking a break

Describing himself as an 'Umno fighter', Helmi Buang says he is prepared to face the music.

Hotpot diner assault: Datuk and friend remanded

Hotpot diner assault: Datuk and friend remanded

The two-day remand application was made at PJ courts, say police.

COMMENT | Can the people be represented during an emergency?

COMMENT | Can the people be represented during an emergency?

We want to fight the virus but we also want things to be fair and just.

Redzuan tests negative for Covid-19, home surveillance ends

Redzuan tests negative for Covid-19, home surveillance ends

Test on the second sample taken on the minister confirms negative result.

ADUN SPEAKS | Ilogical to whitewash an illegitimate PM's actions

ADUN SPEAKS | Ilogical to whitewash an illegitimate PM's actions

ADUN SPEAKS | This PM has trumped even Trump.

‘Walk of Lights brought to you by Christmas Wonderland’ is Singapore’s most loved event in 2020

‘Walk of Lights brought to you by Christmas Wonderland’ is Singapore’s most loved event in 2020

BookMyShow’s contactless ticketing solution along with staggered entry time slots & multiple sessions ensured safe, socially distant experience for the record number of visitors in 2020

How emergency powers might affect you

How emergency powers might affect you

Here are the powers of the Emergency (Essential Powers) Ordinance 2021.

Ahmad apologises for 'PhD' remark, cites humble beginnings

Ahmad apologises for 'PhD' remark, cites humble beginnings

The Umno secretary-general says it is not his nature to belittle others.

LETTER | Digital inequality in PJ - seniors disadvantaged

LETTER | Digital inequality in PJ - seniors disadvantaged

LETTER | Forcing them to go digital is not the way.

MP SPEAKS | 12th Malaysia Plan our first illegitimate 5-year plan?

MP SPEAKS | 12th Malaysia Plan our first illegitimate 5-year plan?

MP SPEAKS | The new five-year plan has not been presented to Parliament for debate and approval.

LETTER | Will the special committee be truly independent?

LETTER | Will the special committee be truly independent?

More information needed on the set-up of the independent committee.

Jepak sued over RM1.65m levy linked to Sarawak solar project

Jepak sued over RM1.65m levy linked to Sarawak solar project

Levy imposed for projects valued over RM500k, says Construction Industry Development Board.

AirAsia X shows court creditors' support for restructuring plan

AirAsia X shows court creditors' support for restructuring plan

Potential investors showing interest in fund-raising exercise after the revamp.
Registration for Covid-19 vaccination opening soon - minister

Registration for Covid-19 vaccination opening soon - minister

Those who get first dose must keep a card to ensure a second dose, says Adham Baba.

Washington steps up security ahead of inauguration

Washington steps up security ahead of inauguration

This comes amid fears of more violence after the swearing-in ceremony.
Govt relaxes MCO rules, allows optical industry to operate

Govt relaxes MCO rules, allows optical industry to operate

UPDATED 1.20PM | Yes, optical industry is essential indeed, says minister.

UPDATED 8.26PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 15)

UPDATED 8.26PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 15)

Here are verified locations that are reported to be affected by Covid-19 today.

Najib's 1MDB audit trial next week put off due to MCO

Najib's 1MDB audit trial next week put off due to MCO

Criminal trials have to be postponed during the duration of the full MCO.
Substantial powers under emergency, questions remain

Substantial powers under emergency, questions remain

No timeframe for when powers will cease, no specifics over composition of independent committee.
China steals march on West in developing nations' vaccine rollout

China steals march on West in developing nations' vaccine rollout

Countries with hundreds of millions of people desperate for a vaccine think China’s shots are good enough.
Dr M not against Anwar as PM, says DAP wanted Shafie

Dr M not against Anwar as PM, says DAP wanted Shafie

UPDATED 12.40PM | Anwar wanted me to resign before I finished my work, says former prime minister in radio interview.

Emergency leaves sexual harassment victims vulnerable as new law delayed

Emergency leaves sexual harassment victims vulnerable as new law delayed

Concerns also raised over abuse victims trapped at home due to MCO 2.0.

US says China possibly committed 'genocide' against Xinjiang Muslims

US says China possibly committed 'genocide' against Xinjiang Muslims

Experts say a US genocide determination would be an enormous embarrassment for China.
COMMENT | The 'Malay friend' that a non-Malay may have...

COMMENT | The 'Malay friend' that a non-Malay may have...

The urban Malays must stop being non-committal and apathetic, if change is to come to Malaysia.

The last days of Trump - a fretful, angry and isolated president

The last days of Trump - a fretful, angry and isolated president

Trump had wanted to join the thousands of hardcore followers who assembled at Capitol Hill on Jan 6.
Do's and don'ts when posting comments in Malaysiakini

Do's and don'ts when posting comments in Malaysiakini

KINIGUIDE | Here are some rules to ensure a robust, healthy and respectful Kini community.
Global temperatures in 2020 among the highest on record -WMO

Global temperatures in 2020 among the highest on record -WMO

The temperatures rivalled 2016 as the hottest year ever, meteorological data compiled shows.

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia is a sorry case, inefficiency is promoted’

YOURSAY | ‘Malaysia is a sorry case, inefficiency is promoted’

‘The state this nation is in is all due to the incompetent PM and his bunch of politicians…’.
Some Covid-19 patients may have to pay for private healthcare

Some Covid-19 patients may have to pay for private healthcare

Negotiations to rope private healthcare providers into the Covid-19 battle are still going on.

Investigation committee to look into lewd tweets on MCMC account set up

Investigation committee to look into lewd tweets on MCMC account set up

The KKMM has established a Committee for the Investigation of Indecent Remarks Cases in 2014.

Optometry industry says they are essential, urges govt to let them operate

Optometry industry says they are essential, urges govt to let them operate

Spectacles are essential items for many in the lockdown period, say optometrists.

Reduced testing of close contacts and other news you may have missed

Reduced testing of close contacts and other news you may have missed

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

Planters say anti-palm oil campaigns hinder sustainability shift

Planters say anti-palm oil campaigns hinder sustainability shift

How do we regain the trust we seemed to have lost, asks Olivier Tichit.