Archive - 10 February 2021

Umno's secret account

Umno's secret account

ROUNDUP 11-02-2021

Umno's secret account

Umno's secret account

NEWSLETTER 11-02-2021

Immunitee Malaysia's first health passport accepted in Singapore

Immunitee Malaysia's first health passport accepted in Singapore

The Immunitee Health Passport is a system designed to store personal immunisation records and vaccine data.
ROS should investigate Umno's 'secret' bank account - Bersatu leader

ROS should investigate Umno's 'secret' bank account - Bersatu leader

The account had unaudited cash, which could lead to Umno's deregistration.
34 opposition MPs urge govt to withdraw unscientific 3-day quarantine option

34 opposition MPs urge govt to withdraw unscientific 3-day quarantine option

They say ministers should set an example on following the SOPs.
Federal Court allows developer's appeal to quash compensation to housebuyer

Federal Court allows developer's appeal to quash compensation to housebuyer

The housebuyer had sued over an uncovered balcony.

EMCO on Kampung Teluk in Sitiawan from Feb 11 until Feb 24

EMCO on Kampung Teluk in Sitiawan from Feb 11 until Feb 24

This is after health authorities found 16 positive Covid-19 cases following 43 screening tests in the locality as of yesterday.

Petronas confirms gas discovery off S'wak coast

Petronas confirms gas discovery off S'wak coast

The new find is in the Central Luconia Province, about 80 kilometres off Sarawak.

Europol: 10 held for alleged US$100m cryptocurrency theft from celebs, others

Europol: 10 held for alleged US$100m cryptocurrency theft from celebs, others

The heist was through 'SIM-swapping' attacks that allowed access to their victims' phones.

Amir Hamzah quits TNB to become new EPF CEO

Amir Hamzah quits TNB to become new EPF CEO

The power giant announces that Baharin Din will take over as its CEO effective March 1.

Govt caps RON95 at RM2.05, as pump price nears pre-Covid levels

Govt caps RON95 at RM2.05, as pump price nears pre-Covid levels

New cap is 3 sen lower than ceiling price under Harapan.

Bar critical of Thomas' book, but says ban is excessive

Bar critical of Thomas' book, but says ban is excessive

The book didn't violate any of the limits to freedom of expression under Article 10 of the Federal Constitution, says Salim Bashir.
DLMI optimistic about the Year of the Ox business outlook

DLMI optimistic about the Year of the Ox business outlook

Year of the Ox sets to bring about positive changes to the local dairy market and the nation’s economy at large

Row over TikTok video with second wife leaves first wife dead

Row over TikTok video with second wife leaves first wife dead

Police say the husband admits to punching and slapping the deceased repeatedly.

Covid-19 (Feb 10): 3,288 new cases, 14 deaths

Covid-19 (Feb 10): 3,288 new cases, 14 deaths

UPDATED 7.50PM | Cases numbers still high in S'gor, KL, Sarawak and Johor, but are sliding elsewhere.

Lorry driver gets 33 years’ jail for pimping out wife and daughter

Lorry driver gets 33 years’ jail for pimping out wife and daughter

The man has also been accused of raping his 13-year-old daughter.

Umno has secret unaudited account for political donations - prosecutors

Umno has secret unaudited account for political donations - prosecutors

This was revealed in rebuttal to Umno’s claim over RM114 million in forfeiture suit.

CNY: Face-to-face meetings with prison inmates not allowed

CNY: Face-to-face meetings with prison inmates not allowed

Prisons Department says a prepaid phone facility will be provided as an alternative for families to keep in touch.


Sarawak won't relax quarantine period for ministers

Sarawak won't relax quarantine period for ministers

The state currently imposes a 14-day quarantine on everyone.

Felda acquires 3.16m more FGV shares from open market

Felda acquires 3.16m more FGV shares from open market

The stake is purchased at RM1.30 per share.

Karangkraf boss hits out at 'idiots' in ministry who threaten to end ad contract

Karangkraf boss hits out at 'idiots' in ministry who threaten to end ad contract

Hussamuddin Yaacub calls out such govt officers who threaten to cancel the contract if media give coverage to certain individuals.

Mother, stepfather charged with murder of drowned 7-year-old

Mother, stepfather charged with murder of drowned 7-year-old

They face the death sentence if found guilty.
Cabinet agreed not to announce alleged 'Arab donation', court hears

Cabinet agreed not to announce alleged 'Arab donation', court hears

Najib said donor asked for donation not to be announced, witness testifies in 1MDB trial.

MOH mulls keeping inter-district, interstate travel ban after MCO expires

MOH mulls keeping inter-district, interstate travel ban after MCO expires

Adham Baba says this is to keep Covid-19 infectivity low and prevent cross-border infections.
Now driving schools also seek MCO exemption

Now driving schools also seek MCO exemption

20,000 workers completely dependent on the industry will lose their jobs, says Mat Aris Bakar.

Sabah records 30.6pct jump in deaths in Q4 2020

Sabah records 30.6pct jump in deaths in Q4 2020

UPDATED 3.30PM | Overall, Malaysia reports fewer deaths during this period.

Anwar provides 1k tablets, says govt failed poor students

Anwar provides 1k tablets, says govt failed poor students

He says govt quality of education for poor students jeopardised as govt not ensuring they have proper access to online classes.

COMMENT | The ghosts of May 13 won't lie still

COMMENT | The ghosts of May 13 won't lie still

Anwar stirs the embers via a nuanced statement on Thomas's memoir.

Rosmah to know on Feb 18 whether she walks free or enters defence

Rosmah to know on Feb 18 whether she walks free or enters defence

UPDATED 1.40PM | This is over graft charges involving a government solar project for schools.

Young and restless: Lion dancers face bleak new year

Young and restless: Lion dancers face bleak new year

'I usually spend the new year with our team. Now I stay at home.' - Chang Keat Seng, 17.

Emergency doesn't warrant power abuse, Suhakam repeats call for IPCC

Emergency doesn't warrant power abuse, Suhakam repeats call for IPCC

The use of force should be proportionate to law enforcement’s objective and level of resistance encountered, it says.
redONE is giving out over RM30,000 this CNY

redONE is giving out over RM30,000 this CNY

Amazing cash prizes and exclusive merchandise to be won this Chinese New Year

LETTER | Computer shortage and price hike is a grievous burden to poor families

LETTER | Computer shortage and price hike is a grievous burden to poor families

It is authorities' responsibility to ensure that there is no profiteering with the surge in demand for these items.

'Might as well have no quarantine' - Expert cautions against Adham's proposal

'Might as well have no quarantine' - Expert cautions against Adham's proposal

This is in response to health minister's suggestion reduced quarantine period may be extended to business travellers.

Ramesh Rao pleads not guilty to falsely linking SRC judge to Dr M

Ramesh Rao pleads not guilty to falsely linking SRC judge to Dr M

He is charged under Section 233 of Communications and Multimedia Act for improper use of network facilities.

Faced with legal threat from PMO, Umno man asks if he can't raise questions

Faced with legal threat from PMO, Umno man asks if he can't raise questions

Don't use the emergency to stop people from asking questions, says Mohd Puad Zarkashi.

Britain tightens travel restrictions with 10-day hotel quarantine

Britain tightens travel restrictions with 10-day hotel quarantine

Travellers could be sent to prison and fined up to US$14,000 if they break the rules.
Najib trial: Court directs ex-1MDB CEO to be tested for Covid-19

Najib trial: Court directs ex-1MDB CEO to be tested for Covid-19

This after he was unable to attend today's 1MDB trial due to 'showing signs of fever'.

World War II veteran Ujang Mormin dies aged 100

World War II veteran Ujang Mormin dies aged 100

He was admitted to the hospital after being tested positive for Covid-19, says his grandniece.

Myanmar police fire to disperse protest, four hurt, one critical

Myanmar police fire to disperse protest, four hurt, one critical

A doctor said one woman was unlikely to survive a gunshot wound to the head.
UPDATED 8PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 10)

UPDATED 8PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 10)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

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MPC calls for adopting behavioural insights in government policies

MPC calls for adopting behavioural insights in government policies

Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) is calling for government ministries and agencies at federal, state and municipal level as well as regulatory authorities, to adopt behavioural insights (BI) in public services.
Orked's plight - from med student to injecting black-market hormones

Orked's plight - from med student to injecting black-market hormones

The 21-year-old risks her life in the journey of transition.

Michael Chong's fight with Covid-19 went from mild symptoms to ICU

Michael Chong's fight with Covid-19 went from mild symptoms to ICU

The MCA man says he went through 'hell' when his condition turned serious.

MP SPEAKS | Perception vs reality of the AG's office

MP SPEAKS | Perception vs reality of the AG's office

One crucial reform needed is to speedily separate the AG from the public prosecutor.

Ex-CJ: I will do my duty on the emergency committee

Ex-CJ: I will do my duty on the emergency committee

Arifin Zakaria, who will be leading the team of 19, pledges to carry out the tasks and responsibilities efficiently.

A Tesla for a bitcoin: Musk drives up cryptocurrency price with US$1.5b purchase

A Tesla for a bitcoin: Musk drives up cryptocurrency price with US$1.5b purchase

The world's most widely held cryptocurrency rises to over US$47,000.
US senators vote to proceed with Trump's impeachment trial after graphic video

US senators vote to proceed with Trump's impeachment trial after graphic video

The Senate voted 56-44 to proceed with its trial of the former president.
Zahid cries impersonation over message mocking PM

Zahid cries impersonation over message mocking PM

The Umno chief believes his name was deliberately used on Facebook to make rude comments on Muhyiddin.

YOURSAY | Flying parcels: Both management and workers at fault

YOURSAY | Flying parcels: Both management and workers at fault

'Replace or refund all damaged goods. And sack the errant workers in the video.'

COMMENT | Malaysia’s economic life: Sick or terminally ill?

COMMENT | Malaysia’s economic life: Sick or terminally ill?

It is time the politicians wake up to reality and reset the budgets. Otherwise, more dire ratings are expected.
Are two masks better than one?

Are two masks better than one?

Any protection is better than none, say doctors and public health professionals interviewed.

Replace MCO with CMCO if dine-in, almost all businesses open - Najib

Replace MCO with CMCO if dine-in, almost all businesses open - Najib

The MCO no longer has meaning, the former prime minister says.

Covid-19 cases drop; dine-in allowed and other news you may have missed

Covid-19 cases drop; dine-in allowed and other news you may have missed

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

Dine-in under MCO

Dine-in under MCO

ROUNDUP 10-02-2021

Dine-in under MCO

Dine-in under MCO

NEWSLETTER 10-02-2021