Archive - 26 January 2021

Unemployed man claims trial to theft, trespassing, burning lorries at Serdang IPD

Unemployed man claims trial to theft, trespassing, burning lorries at Serdang IPD

The offences allegedly took place last week on Jan 18.

Public and private hospitals to operate in hybrid manner - Health DG

Public and private hospitals to operate in hybrid manner - Health DG

The hospitals will treat Covid-19 and non-Covid-19 patients according to MOH instructions, says Noor Hisham.

Malaysia's vaccination plan

Malaysia's vaccination plan

ROUNDUP 27-01-2021

Additional airtime for TV Pendidikan beginning tomorrow - MOE

Additional airtime for TV Pendidikan beginning tomorrow - MOE

The increase is specifically to help SPM 2020 candidates.

99.7 pct of 51,102 businesses checked follow MCO SOP - Domestic Trade Ministry

99.7 pct of 51,102 businesses checked follow MCO SOP - Domestic Trade Ministry

The ministry has also approved 46,921 businesses to operate during the MCO period.

Malaysia's vaccination plan

Malaysia's vaccination plan

NEWSLETTER 27-01-2021

Non-radioactive rare earth research, development to be conducted in 4 states

Non-radioactive rare earth research, development to be conducted in 4 states

The states are Kelantan, Perak, Pahang and Kedah.

Selfish to organise celebrations during pandemic - Penang Hindu group

Selfish to organise celebrations during pandemic - Penang Hindu group

'We must be serious in handling this pandemic because Covid-19 is a life and death issue.'

Germany backs EU export restrictions on vaccine after supply cuts

Germany backs EU export restrictions on vaccine after supply cuts

German Health Minister Jens Spahn made the statement after both Pfizer and AstraZeneca announced supply issues.

Thousands of data plans, devices distributed to B40 higher education students - minister

Thousands of data plans, devices distributed to B40 higher education students - minister

Higher Education Minister Noraini Ahmad says 195,028 data plans and 3,773 devices distributed.

In new memoir, ex-AG reveals Dr M wanted him out after Malay backlash

In new memoir, ex-AG reveals Dr M wanted him out after Malay backlash

Tommy Thomas says Dr M asked him to resign immediately after telling him the Agong had assented to his appointment.

WHO issues new clinical advice on the treating of Covid-19 patients

WHO issues new clinical advice on the treating of Covid-19 patients

It also advises the use of low-dose anticoagulants to prevent blood clots.

New mantra: Civil servants to mention 'emergency' in official sign-off

New mantra: Civil servants to mention 'emergency' in official sign-off

New sign-off referencing emergency will be used until the emergency is over.

Deal signed: Local firms to supply Sinovac, Gamaleya vaccines from March

Deal signed: Local firms to supply Sinovac, Gamaleya vaccines from March

Two local companies - Duopharma and Pharmaniaga - will supply the Sputnik V and Sinovac vaccines.

Immigration officer charged with 12 counts of corruption, money laundering

Immigration officer charged with 12 counts of corruption, money laundering

His offences were allegedly committed at a bank in Seremban.

2.8m may lose jobs if total lockdown imposed - minister

2.8m may lose jobs if total lockdown imposed - minister

UPDATED 6.29PM | A total of 13,445 companies went under last year due to the MCO, says Ismail Sabri.

Covid-19 (Jan 26): 3,585 new cases, record numbers in ICU

Covid-19 (Jan 26): 3,585 new cases, record numbers in ICU

A record number of 111 Covid-19 patients need ventilators to breathe.

Assistant prison superintendent claims trial to four counts of bribery

Assistant prison superintendent claims trial to four counts of bribery

He was charged with soliciting bribes totalling over RM20,000 in 2016.

Covid-19 patient left in the dark after testing positive

Covid-19 patient left in the dark after testing positive

His calls and messages to the Covid-19 hotline went unanswered.

COMMENT | We want the original 1957 social contract

COMMENT | We want the original 1957 social contract

Unity can only be promoted through an affirmative action policy based on need, sector or class, never on race.

LETTER | Meat cartel scandal sign of how corruption affects everyday life

LETTER | Meat cartel scandal sign of how corruption affects everyday life

LETTER | A jarring indication of just how deep corruption among the few can severely impact lives.

Covid-19 patients to pay for private hospital care for now

Covid-19 patients to pay for private hospital care for now

Talks with insurers on payment mode for such patients still being discussed, says the government.

'Ring vaccination' on the cards - Khairy Jamaluddin

'Ring vaccination' on the cards - Khairy Jamaluddin

This will see the administering of vaccines at a location or a cluster where necessary, the minister says.

Court proposes Tony, Najib settle suit amicably

Court proposes Tony, Najib settle suit amicably

This is for a suit filed by Damansara MP against ex-PM for alleged misfeasance in public office over 1MDB funds.

LETTER | We are all on the bumpy ride together to stop the virus

LETTER | We are all on the bumpy ride together to stop the virus

Let's face the challenge despite all the divergent opinions on managing the pandemic.

A guide to when Malaysians can get vaccinated for Covid-19

A guide to when Malaysians can get vaccinated for Covid-19

KINIGUIDE | We take a look at the vaccination plan against the pandemic.

EC to display Q4/2020 electoral rolls

EC to display Q4/2020 electoral rolls

It will start tomorrow until Feb 9 at 910 selected locations nationwide.

Meat import companies: 60pct of AP holders are bumi - minister

Meat import companies: 60pct of AP holders are bumi - minister

Ronald Kiandee rebuts claim by ex-deputy minister that only 10pct of AP holders to import meat are bumi.

A silent Thaipusam this year

A silent Thaipusam this year

This annual Hindu religious event will be observed mainly in homes.
LETTER | About time we changed strategy in Covid-19 war

LETTER | About time we changed strategy in Covid-19 war

We must encourage full voluntary community participation to break the chain of transmission.

Handle road accidents the right way - lawyers

Handle road accidents the right way - lawyers

Always lodge a police report, says Prakash Babu Balakrishnan.

Making Malaysian’s second homes safe once more with Nippon Paint VirusGuard

Making Malaysian’s second homes safe once more with Nippon Paint VirusGuard

Nippon Paint has recently embarked on its #RuangSelamat initiative to our community of frontliners in hospitals and the property management sector.

Umno deputy urges decency amid calls for Zahid to step down

Umno deputy urges decency amid calls for Zahid to step down

Mohamad says the party needs to return to an era where differences in Umno can be sorted out in a courteous manner.

Chariot allowed to travel under strict conditions - ministry

Chariot allowed to travel under strict conditions - ministry

Devotees not allowed to participate, says National Unity Ministry.

LETTER | 'Old vs new tech' Covid-19 vaccines: Be cautious and informed

LETTER | 'Old vs new tech' Covid-19 vaccines: Be cautious and informed

Important to make sure the 'cure' doesn't cause new health problems.

Anwar files suit to challenge PM's 'advice' on emergency

Anwar files suit to challenge PM's 'advice' on emergency

The opposition leader contends that the advice goes against the Federal Constitution.

Kedah MB sabotaging Hadi's efforts - MIC senator

Kedah MB sabotaging Hadi's efforts - MIC senator

Sanusi's 'bullying' of minorities not in line with PAS president's efforts to project party as inclusive, says Vell.

LETTER | Embracing a Malaysian identity a better concept

LETTER | Embracing a Malaysian identity a better concept

We can still retain our unique ancestry and social characteristics.

LETTER | Thank you for the assistance, Mr Prime Minister

LETTER | Thank you for the assistance, Mr Prime Minister

Hats off to Muhyiddin Yassin and Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah for working relentlessly for the rakyat.
China to conduct military drills in South China Sea amid tensions with US

China to conduct military drills in South China Sea amid tensions with US

This comes after Beijing bristled at a US aircraft carrier group's entry into disputed waters.

House Democrats deliver Trump impeachment charge to Senate

House Democrats deliver Trump impeachment charge to Senate

However, President Joe Biden does not believe there will be enough votes to convict the former president.

Man claims jewellery missing from dead Covid-19 patient, family given wrong body

Man claims jewellery missing from dead Covid-19 patient, family given wrong body

UPDATED 10.55PM | However, the man's lawyer says the jewellery items were later returned to the family.

Chief secretary exposed to Covid-19 patient, under self-quarantine

Chief secretary exposed to Covid-19 patient, under self-quarantine

Mohd Zuki Ali cancels press conference set for today to detail administrative mechanism under emergency.

Needy students can't wait for Putrajaya's free laptops, turn to MPs

Needy students can't wait for Putrajaya's free laptops, turn to MPs

Some students can't afford laptops and data for online learning.

S'gor MB: Foreign workers must be vaccinated for herd immunity

S'gor MB: Foreign workers must be vaccinated for herd immunity

INTERVIEW | The state govt is looking at vaccinating one million foreign workers.

Yayasan Hasanah to start delivery of free laptops in February

Yayasan Hasanah to start delivery of free laptops in February

Education Ministry has carefully decided on hardware and software specs, says the foundation.
2021-01-26

2021-01-26

Don't politicise the emergency, says Ismail Sabri

Don't politicise the emergency, says Ismail Sabri

Under emergency, govt can introduce new ordinances without the need to go through Parliament.
Dairy Farm Group egg supplier reported to the Singapore Food Agency following investigation

Dairy Farm Group egg supplier reported to the Singapore Food Agency following investigation

Video showing potential food safety risks and animal welfare issues that undermine the Singapore Quality Egg Scheme is submitted to the SFA by an international NGO.
COMMENT | PAS' political soul-searching contains oppression

COMMENT | PAS' political soul-searching contains oppression

'In terms of decision-making power, they are but negotiators who concede more than they win.'

MOH urged to guide GPs on how to monitor home quarantine patients

MOH urged to guide GPs on how to monitor home quarantine patients

UPDATED 11.03AM | Health DG says guideline will be shared with GPs soon.

Housewife loses RM2.08 million to Macau scam syndicate

Housewife loses RM2.08 million to Macau scam syndicate

The scam syndicate member posed as a police officer and accused her of drug dealing.

COMMENT | Anwar can’t expect banks to be charitable

COMMENT | Anwar can’t expect banks to be charitable

Cut profits from RM8b to RM6b? Banks will tell Anwar to take a hike.
MOF: Debt ceiling won't be raised again

MOF: Debt ceiling won't be raised again

The Permai aid package has a minimal fiscal impact and won't require another hike.

YOURSAY | DAP must be resolute in abandoning ‘Cina jaga Cina’ cause

YOURSAY | DAP must be resolute in abandoning ‘Cina jaga Cina’ cause

‘The Chinese chauvinists are a cancer that needs to be cut out of DAP, not nurtured.’
Moderna says it believes vaccine will work against new variants

Moderna says it believes vaccine will work against new variants

The drug maker says it found no reduction in the antibody response against the variant found in Britain.

'This is not normal' - Wall Street grows wary of stock bubbles

'This is not normal' - Wall Street grows wary of stock bubbles

Huge money supply and low interest are sparking a 'buy everything' rally.

COMMENT | Two weeks on, but emergency not helping the pandemic

COMMENT | Two weeks on, but emergency not helping the pandemic

Instead, the situation has got worse, with record-breaking numbers of Covid-19 positive cases and deaths.

Pejuang may need to take over another party in face of ROS roadblocks

Pejuang may need to take over another party in face of ROS roadblocks

Source claims Kimma is a possible takeover candidate.

UPDATED 10.40PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 26)

UPDATED 10.40PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Jan 26)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

Pushback against economic shutdown and other news you may have missed

Pushback against economic shutdown and other news you may have missed

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