Archive - 24 January 2021

For RM500 to bring ketum to K'tan, jobless man willing to flout SOP

For RM500 to bring ketum to K'tan, jobless man willing to flout SOP

Sik district police chief says the 29-year-old man was misusing the permit for cross-district travel.

MCO 2.0: Economic shutdown mulled

MCO 2.0: Economic shutdown mulled

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After big hack of US govt, Biden enlists 'world class' cybersecurity team

After big hack of US govt, Biden enlists 'world class' cybersecurity team

It draws praise from former defence officials and investigators.

China-Taiwan tensions rise days into Biden presidency

China-Taiwan tensions rise days into Biden presidency

Taiwan says Chinese air force planes have entered its air defence identification zone for a second day on Sunday.

Explainer: The arrest of Asia's 'most-wanted' drug boss

Explainer: The arrest of Asia's 'most-wanted' drug boss

Tse Chi Lop has been of 'significant interest' to law enforcement agencies in multiple countries.

Leaked circular doesn't mean immediate lockdown - Eurocham

Leaked circular doesn't mean immediate lockdown - Eurocham

It urges businesses to follow MCO SOPs to avoid a shut down of the economy.

LETTER | Reinstate cancelled 'cuti peristiwa' for Thaipusam in Kedah

LETTER | Reinstate cancelled 'cuti peristiwa' for Thaipusam in Kedah

The reasons given by the Kedah MB are unacceptable and show a failure to embrace religious sensitivity.

Covid-19 (Jan 24): 3,346 new cases, recoveries at record high of 4,427

Covid-19 (Jan 24): 3,346 new cases, recoveries at record high of 4,427

COVID-19 | The number of active cases falls for second consecutive day due to high recoveries.

Call to shut down economy as cases still rising under MCO 2.0

Call to shut down economy as cases still rising under MCO 2.0

Only this will succeed in breaking the chain of Covid-19, says tour van association.

Muda goes to court over registration as political party

Muda goes to court over registration as political party

This comes after ROS rejected Muda’s registration application via email on Jan 6.

Don't bicker over PM post, there's an emergency now - Hadi

Don't bicker over PM post, there's an emergency now - Hadi

PAS chief says today's concern is about the pandemic that is threatening the lives of the people.

Bomoh charged with sexually assaulting female patient

Bomoh charged with sexually assaulting female patient

The accused faces imprisonment of up to 30 years and whipping.

Suaram horrified by brutal death of detainee, calls for IPCMC

Suaram horrified by brutal death of detainee, calls for IPCMC

This after Suhakam found G Jestus Kevin was beaten by other detainees on instructions from police officer.

Antique sewing machine to go on display at Mersing Museum

Antique sewing machine to go on display at Mersing Museum

The museum was opened by Sultan Ibrahim in May 2016

LETTER | Reset the nation by unlearning ideology

LETTER | Reset the nation by unlearning ideology

'The nation today is in dire need of politicians who are able to build bridges among all communities in trying times...'

DBKL rounds up 140 homeless people around city centre

DBKL rounds up 140 homeless people around city centre

KL mayor says the homeless are being placed at temporary shelters until end of February to curb Covid-19.

Lecturer uses Youtube to breathe life into Biology lessons for school students

Lecturer uses Youtube to breathe life into Biology lessons for school students

Inspired by his time as a school teacher, Firdaus Azis creates videos to teach Form 4-5 students Biology.

MP SPEAKS | Questioning emergency does not make one a traitor

MP SPEAKS | Questioning emergency does not make one a traitor

The fact that one can be easily accused of being a traitor reflects unpleasant, scary outlook of the emergency.

LETTER | Better nutrition will boost immunity, protect from Covid-19

LETTER | Better nutrition will boost immunity, protect from Covid-19

Improving our immune system is the most defining defence, we should educate ourselves on food science.

Full shutdown after Feb 4 if Covid-19 cases keep rising, Eurocham members told

Full shutdown after Feb 4 if Covid-19 cases keep rising, Eurocham members told

Eurocham letter to members indicates a stricter lockdown is possible.

Failure to physical distance contributes to hike in Covid-19 cases - Ismail

Failure to physical distance contributes to hike in Covid-19 cases - Ismail

In a Bernama interview, senior minister shares his views on challenges of managing pandemic a year on.

Don't neglect wellbeing of healthcare providers - Malaysian Health Coalition

Don't neglect wellbeing of healthcare providers - Malaysian Health Coalition

The call comes as more frontliners battling Covid-19 experience burnout.

MCO 2.0: Economic shutdown mulled

MCO 2.0: Economic shutdown mulled

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Durian Tunggal rep urges Education Ministry to resurrect Education TV

Durian Tunggal rep urges Education Ministry to resurrect Education TV

UPDATED 4.05PM | Free television programmes best alternative to online learning, says Mohd Sofi.

COMMENT | Covid-19 management: If it ain't broke, don't fix it

COMMENT | Covid-19 management: If it ain't broke, don't fix it

Despite Covid-19 spike, Health Ministry's infrastructure, services holding up well compared to other nations.

COMMENT | Voices of doom during the pandemic

COMMENT | Voices of doom during the pandemic

Government machinery is not only malfunctioning, it is on the verge of a complete breakdown.

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Suhakam: Govt must prevent dropouts among vulnerable communities

Suhakam: Govt must prevent dropouts among vulnerable communities

Human rights commission says money allocated must reach students in need.
Ili Nadiah just can’t stay silent in the face of climate crisis

Ili Nadiah just can’t stay silent in the face of climate crisis

MALAYSIANSKINI | An environmental science student decided to take her cause out of the classroom and to the streets.

Home-based schooling a challenge for teachers, students and parents

Home-based schooling a challenge for teachers, students and parents

A teacher says one challenge is monitoring students' discipline and focus on their studies.

Mah: Partial reopening of schools a 'balanced decision'

Mah: Partial reopening of schools a 'balanced decision'

Only 20 pct of school population will be attending, says deputy minister.

GPS putting lives at stake by rushing for state election - S'wak political veteran

GPS putting lives at stake by rushing for state election - S'wak political veteran

'I can't believe that the state cabinet can still harbour the thought,' says PSB president Wong Soon Koh.

ADUN SPEAKS | NSC's double standard on Thaipusam

ADUN SPEAKS | NSC's double standard on Thaipusam

Why allow the chariot procession for Batu Caves Hindu temple but not for other temples in the country?

UPDATED 8.25PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 24)

UPDATED 8.25PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 24)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.
Biden: US to reverse Trump's 'draconian' immigration policies

Biden: US to reverse Trump's 'draconian' immigration policies

Mexico has a major role to play in Biden’s plans for immigration reform.

More than 3,000 Russians arrested for protesting jailing of Kremlin foe

More than 3,000 Russians arrested for protesting jailing of Kremlin foe

Protesters defied ban and temperatures below -50 Celsius (-58 Fahrenheit) to turn out in force.

Air Kelantan plans to replace 4,000km of old pipes by 2030

Air Kelantan plans to replace 4,000km of old pipes by 2030

Air Kelantan will try to secure RM1.7 billion needed for the project via grants from the federal govt.

MMEA detains 16 Vietnamese fishermen aboard two boats

MMEA detains 16 Vietnamese fishermen aboard two boats

Two boats, fishing gear, catch and diesel supply worth a total of RM3 millilion was also seized,
YOURSAY | Revoke datukship of those who break the law

YOURSAY | Revoke datukship of those who break the law

‘Honorific titles in M’sia becoming subjects of ridicule, rather than honour and respect.’
Batu Caves Thaipusam chariot procession approved - no stops and 10 person limit

Batu Caves Thaipusam chariot procession approved - no stops and 10 person limit

The procession will have to adhere to strict conditions.

Anwar claims majority to oppose emergency and other news you may have missed

Anwar claims majority to oppose emergency and other news you may have missed

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed, in brief.