Archive - 26 February 2021

Schools in nine Sarawak districts will remain closed for another two weeks

Schools in nine Sarawak districts will remain closed for another two weeks

These districts are Kuching, Samarahan, Julau, Meradong, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu, Subis and Miri.

CMCO in Sarawak extended until March 15

CMCO in Sarawak extended until March 15

The state has recorded 2,623 cases in the preceding two weeks.

Action may be taken for failure to attend vaccination appointment  - Health DG

Action may be taken for failure to attend vaccination appointment - Health DG

This to avoid wastage as diluted vaccine cannot be stored longer than six hours, says Noor Hisham.

Terengganu MB receives first Covid-19 vaccine shot

Terengganu MB receives first Covid-19 vaccine shot

Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar encourages public to look forward to their turn.

MASkargo to receive China's Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine at KLIA tomorrow

MASkargo to receive China's Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine at KLIA tomorrow

'We feel proud to be given the opportunity to contribute to the country' - Maskargo chief operating officer.

Losses deepen for AirAsia X

Losses deepen for AirAsia X

Airline records RM174.3 million loss for Oct-Dec period.

1MDB scandal: Ambank to pay RM2.83b settlement to govt

1MDB scandal: Ambank to pay RM2.83b settlement to govt

Amount to settle all outstanding claims and actions in relation to 1MDB involvement.

COMMENT | What will the DAP do?

COMMENT | What will the DAP do?

As long as there is no election, political players have the luxury of aligning with the lesser of 'evils'.
Police probe Anwar over Harapan statement against emergency

Police probe Anwar over Harapan statement against emergency

PKR president's statement was recorded at party headquarters in Selangor today.

LETTER | Increasing Covid-19 pains must cease

LETTER | Increasing Covid-19 pains must cease

The RM10,000 fine for MCO restrictions floaters is not just cruel and harsh, but also seen as a hidden political agenda.

Petronas cuts annual capex to RM40b-RM45b over next five years

Petronas cuts annual capex to RM40b-RM45b over next five years

The national oil company says the revision takes into account the projected global oil prices.

Johari: Anchor party should dominate ruling and opposition coalitions

Johari: Anchor party should dominate ruling and opposition coalitions

Only then will Malaysia enjoy robust economic growth from the Covid-19 economic fallout, he adds.

Covid-19 (Feb 26): 2,253 new cases, spike in Perak

Covid-19 (Feb 26): 2,253 new cases, spike in Perak

COVID-19 | Number of active cases fall to pre-emergency levels.

US air strikes target Iranian-backed militia facilities in Syria

US air strikes target Iranian-backed militia facilities in Syria

The Pentagon says the attack is limited in scope to lower the risk of escalation.

1.06 million register for Covid-19 vaccination via app

1.06 million register for Covid-19 vaccination via app

National vaccine programme slated to run until February next year.

Two rights groups quit Hong Kong as security law sends shudders through NGOs

Two rights groups quit Hong Kong as security law sends shudders through NGOs

The national security law defines its offences very imprecisely, says Roseann Rife.

RON95, RON97 up five sen, diesel unchanged

RON95, RON97 up five sen, diesel unchanged

The new price of RON95 is RM2.05 per litre while RON97 is priced at RM2.35 per litre.

Three media practitioners among 132 frontliners in S'wak vaccinated for Covid-19

Three media practitioners among 132 frontliners in S'wak vaccinated for Covid-19

UPDATED 9.15PM | A total of 13 journalists in S'wak selected for first phase of vaccination programme.

Vivocom secures RM3.79 billion sand contract

Vivocom secures RM3.79 billion sand contract

Vivocom International Holdings Berhad (“Vivocom” or “Group”) has today announced that V Development Group has secured a sand contract worth approximately USD934.7 million (equivalent to RM3.79 billion).

Ex-IGP fails in bid to strike out Hannah Yeoh's suit

Ex-IGP fails in bid to strike out Hannah Yeoh's suit

The legal action is over a speech Musa Hassan delivered at a forum at UiTM last year.

M'sian army to take delivery of six new helicopters in August

M'sian army to take delivery of six new helicopters in August

The helicopters worth RM321 million have already undergone flight test in Arizona, US.

FGV posts higher Q4 profit, eyes 'eventful' year ahead

FGV posts higher Q4 profit, eyes 'eventful' year ahead

Profit for the October-December period rose to RM134.9 million from RM71.8 million from a year earlier.

AstraZeneca, Sputnik vaccines face hurdles if Covid shots become annual affair

AstraZeneca, Sputnik vaccines face hurdles if Covid shots become annual affair

These vaccines use a harmless virus as a vehicle, but the body can develop defences against it too.

Home Ministry continues to focus on country's border control

Home Ministry continues to focus on country's border control

This includes border fences, CCTV, radar, and drones, says Hamzah Zainudin.

LETTER | Politics, music, hobbies - a great way to foster civic engagement

LETTER | Politics, music, hobbies - a great way to foster civic engagement

Such activities can help youths develop interest in the community around them.

Chubb launches MY Smart Car Insurance for low mileage drivers in Malaysia

Chubb launches MY Smart Car Insurance for low mileage drivers in Malaysia

Chubb announced today the launch of MY Smart Car Insurance, a flexible, yet comprehensive mileage-based car insurance product tailored specially for low mileage drivers in Malaysia.

Non-Muslim wedding ceremonies allowed in MCO, CMCO, RMCO areas

Non-Muslim wedding ceremonies allowed in MCO, CMCO, RMCO areas

However, such events are not allowed in areas placed under the EMCO.

Guan Eng wins appeal against Perkasa to reinstate defamation damages

Guan Eng wins appeal against Perkasa to reinstate defamation damages

In July 2019, the Court of Appeal had reversed the High Court's decision for Perkasa to pay Lim RM150,000 in damages.

RM10,000 fine - MPs  cite double standard still an issue

RM10,000 fine - MPs cite double standard still an issue

UPDATED 10.34PM | Both sides of the political divide express concerns over the hefty fine.

Maszlee: Asyraf needs to apologise or I'll sue for slander

Maszlee: Asyraf needs to apologise or I'll sue for slander

The Umno Youth leader had accused the ex-minister of approving a textbook that 'glorified' communists.

Behold Putrajaya’s Tallest Building, a New Landmark and a Place to Call Home

Behold Putrajaya’s Tallest Building, a New Landmark and a Place to Call Home

Setia Seraya Residences unites nature and modern amenities for a holistic lifestyle
M'sia's trade surplus rises 38 pct to RM16.6b in January 2021

M'sia's trade surplus rises 38 pct to RM16.6b in January 2021

DOSM says total trade widened 4.1 percent y-o-y to RM162.6 billion.

Businesses more cautious entering first quarter 2021 - DOSM

Businesses more cautious entering first quarter 2021 - DOSM

A Department of Statistics Malaysia survey reveals this outlook in view of the spike in Covid-19 cases.

Netizen eXperience: Malaysians prefer e-wallets and debit cards as payment methods amid the Covid-19 pandemic

Netizen eXperience: Malaysians prefer e-wallets and debit cards as payment methods amid the Covid-19 pandemic

Netizen eXperience recently conducted a survey which found an encouraging number of Malaysians moving towards e-wallet and debit card transactions, especially since the enforcement of the Movement Control Orders (MCO).

Puad to Muhyiddin: Umno will ditch PN

Puad to Muhyiddin: Umno will ditch PN

'We want honest political partners, not those who will stab us in the back,' says the Umno supreme council member.

COMMENT | Playing the 'pendatang' charade all over again

COMMENT | Playing the 'pendatang' charade all over again

Heed the Sultan of Johor's call to stop referring to non-Malays as pendatang.

COMMENT | Covid-19 immunisation within the context of FTTIS

COMMENT | Covid-19 immunisation within the context of FTTIS

The present FTTIS as implemented by the MOH is neither rapid, efficient, effective nor impactful.

Federal Court's decision against syariah law not insulting Islam - Sisters in Islam

Federal Court's decision against syariah law not insulting Islam - Sisters in Islam

SIS says decision clarified the process of enacting laws in the country, especially syariah laws.

Darell Leiking: We'll forgive but won't forget defecting rep

Darell Leiking: We'll forgive but won't forget defecting rep

Some people just cannot bear to be opposition reps, says former minister.
Sarawak parties say viable to hold state, federal polls concurrently

Sarawak parties say viable to hold state, federal polls concurrently

This comes amid speculation that the PM may be forced to seek a new mandate to break the political impasse.

Covid-19: M'sian one of two new community cases in Singapore on Thursday

Covid-19: M'sian one of two new community cases in Singapore on Thursday

As at noon yesterday, Singapore reported 10 new cases, of which eight are imported.

UPDATED 3.07PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 26)

UPDATED 3.07PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 26)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.
Facebook switches news back on in Australia, signs content deals

Facebook switches news back on in Australia, signs content deals

The move reflects easing tensions between the US company and the Australian government.

Russian diplomats push their way home with handcar out of North Korea

Russian diplomats push their way home with handcar out of North Korea

Embassy third secretary Vladislav Sorokin was the trolley’s 'engine'.
COMMENT | Much debate over our ‘rojak’ English

COMMENT | Much debate over our ‘rojak’ English

Two video clips which went viral have sparked a spirited debate on the matter.
LETTER | One colour for all - real actions for a Unity Action Plan

LETTER | One colour for all - real actions for a Unity Action Plan

We should instil unity into our blood by implementing affirmative actions against bigoted individualistic mindsets...

Kepong MP: Appoint single spokesperson for Covid-19 vaccine matters

Kepong MP: Appoint single spokesperson for Covid-19 vaccine matters

Too many different voices can lead to confusion, says Lim Lip Eng.

Online scam: Six Chinese nationals remain under Poca detention

Online scam: Six Chinese nationals remain under Poca detention

High Court rules that Poca is applicable to non-Malaysians.

COMMENT | Improving disclosure for election costs

COMMENT | Improving disclosure for election costs

Transparent reporting of election expenditure is one of the keys to better elections.

COMMENT | The powers-that-be should take criticism on the chin

COMMENT | The powers-that-be should take criticism on the chin

‘They abhor criticism. They are easily offended and hurt by our remarks.’
US president, Saudi king have phone call ahead of expected Khashoggi report release

US president, Saudi king have phone call ahead of expected Khashoggi report release

Sources say report singles out Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for approving Khashoggi's murder.

Police to come down hard on anti-vaccine fake news

Police to come down hard on anti-vaccine fake news

Investigation papers to be opened on those spreading fake news objecting to the Covid-19 vaccine shot.

YOURSAY | Little people with very big hearts

YOURSAY | Little people with very big hearts

‘A better Malaysia is a process which is not attained in just one election cycle.’
Malaysia referred to world-renowned ulama on vaccination fatwa - Zulkifli

Malaysia referred to world-renowned ulama on vaccination fatwa - Zulkifli

Referring to experts in health is a fatwa to ensure that the vaccine is safe and halal to use.

Facebook bans Myanmar military from its platforms with immediate effect

Facebook bans Myanmar military from its platforms with immediate effect

'Events since the Feb 1 coup, including deadly violence, have precipitated a need for this ban,' Facebook said.

Debilitating 'long-Covid' may have severe health, social impacts - WHO

Debilitating 'long-Covid' may have severe health, social impacts - WHO

COVID-19 | Thousands continue to suffer serious symptoms many months after their initial infection, experts say.

COMMENT | If democracy is really dead, Zahid knows where its body is buried

COMMENT | If democracy is really dead, Zahid knows where its body is buried

He is one of the main culprits in the assault on democracy in this country.

Pfizer-BioNTech testing third dose of Covid-19 vaccine in new trial

Pfizer-BioNTech testing third dose of Covid-19 vaccine in new trial

Its chief scientific officer believes the third dose will stay ahead of circulating virus variants.

Higher fines for MCO violators and other news you may have missed

Higher fines for MCO violators and other news you may have missed

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

MCO fines raised to RM10k

MCO fines raised to RM10k

ROUNDUP 26-02-2021

MCO fines raised to RM10k

MCO fines raised to RM10k

NEWSLETTER 26-02-2021