Archive - 28 February 2021

KJ calls for whistleblowers as more vaccine queue-jumping complaints emerge

KJ calls for whistleblowers as more vaccine queue-jumping complaints emerge

Minister says they can report anonymously and directly to him.

Numbers game tilts in Muhyiddin's favour amid push to reconvene Parliament

Numbers game tilts in Muhyiddin's favour amid push to reconvene Parliament

With Tebrau and Julau lawmakers quitting PKR to support him, the PM has the backing of 111 MPs.

After defections, PKR says PM should stop trying to prop up ‘weak’ govt

After defections, PKR says PM should stop trying to prop up ‘weak’ govt

Muhyiddin should realise that a majority of MPs no longer support him, says Saifuddin Nasution.
Jazlan: Umno must probe mastermind behind anti-Zahid book

Jazlan: Umno must probe mastermind behind anti-Zahid book

The publication of the book is clearly an attempt to divide Umno, says Kelantan Umno chief.

Covid-19 (Feb 28): 2,437 new infections, cumulative cases cross 300k

Covid-19 (Feb 28): 2,437 new infections, cumulative cases cross 300k

COVID-19 | Recoveries outpaces new infections, helping to bring down the number of active cases.

Bilut rep probed for questioning police, army over CNY temple ops

Bilut rep probed for questioning police, army over CNY temple ops

DAP's Lee Chin Chen says the investigation will be under Section 233 of the CMA 1998.

Two MPs cite constituency’s needs in ditching PKR for Muhyiddin

Two MPs cite constituency’s needs in ditching PKR for Muhyiddin

Julau MP also raises political instability in the country.

MP SPEAKS | Embrace the concept of vaccine equity

MP SPEAKS | Embrace the concept of vaccine equity

This way, health workers can get priority to ensure the Covid-19 vaccination rollout is successful.

Johor, S'wak PKR women chiefs speak out against MPs defections

Johor, S'wak PKR women chiefs speak out against MPs defections

Napsiah Khamis calls it a betrayal of voters' trust while Agnes Padan says the move won't affect party unity.

MP SPEAKS | The year of failing dangerously

MP SPEAKS | The year of failing dangerously

The state of affair is getting worse with political instability coupled with the mismanagement of Covid-19.

Larry Sng, Steven Choong defect to support Muhyiddin

Larry Sng, Steven Choong defect to support Muhyiddin

UPDATED 3.15PM | The move comes days after the king said Parliament can convene if the PM advises so.

With golden Trump statue, conservatives show fealty to former president

With golden Trump statue, conservatives show fealty to former president

Trump remains a Republican political force despite violent scenes in Washington last month.
Appeals Court to conduct first online proceeding tomorrow

Appeals Court to conduct first online proceeding tomorrow

The judge will be at the Palace of Justice while lawyers and DPP at their respective office.

Myanmar police crack down on protests for second day - two dead, several hurt

Myanmar police crack down on protests for second day - two dead, several hurt

Police throw stun grenades, use tear gas and fire into the air to break up crowds.

Larry Sng quits PKR, may not be the only one

Larry Sng quits PKR, may not be the only one

UPDATED 1.15PM | He resigned during a political bureau meeting held on Zoom, says party colleague.

Law minister doesn't want any more challenges to state syariah law

Law minister doesn't want any more challenges to state syariah law

PAS sec-gen worried undue pressure on judiciary will have negative consequences for harmony and national unity.

PKR-Amanah Youths trade barbs over Harapan's internal defections

PKR-Amanah Youths trade barbs over Harapan's internal defections

PKR defends the trio's move to cross over while Amanah calls it a 'prostitution of democracy'.

PM launches Rukun Tetangga Leadership Empowerment Plan 2021-2030

PM launches Rukun Tetangga Leadership Empowerment Plan 2021-2030

Under the plan, four KRT work agendas are to be introduced.
UPDATED 5.45PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 28)

UPDATED 5.45PM | List of locations affected by Covid-19 (Feb 28)

These are verified locations reported to be affected today.

‘Selling my body for a plate of nasi bujang’

‘Selling my body for a plate of nasi bujang’

'Just because we offer sex services, doesn’t mean we want to do so. Help make things better for us.'

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Dozens of leading Hong Kong democrats brace for national security charges

Dozens of leading Hong Kong democrats brace for national security charges

This comes as the crackdown on the opposition gathers pace.

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Myanmar's UN ambassador vows to fight after junta fires him

Myanmar's UN ambassador vows to fight after junta fires him

Kyaw Moe Tun was fired for urging countries to use 'any means necessary' to reverse a Feb 1 coup.

COMMENT | End unhealthy obsession with research papers, degrees

COMMENT | End unhealthy obsession with research papers, degrees

The sad fact is most of us put a college or university degree on a pedestal.

COMMENT | Shining a light on the bumi/non-bumi dichotomy

COMMENT | Shining a light on the bumi/non-bumi dichotomy

Should this political and policy construct that defines and regulates the lives of the majority of Malaysians in many ways continue?
Russian scientists say Sputnik V performs well against Covid mutations

Russian scientists say Sputnik V performs well against Covid mutations

These include the UK and South African strains of coronavirus.

US authorises Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine

US authorises Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine

The US Food and Drug Administration announces the emergency use authorisation for adults aged 18 and older on Friday.
Double tragedy as two sons die on day they buy father a car

Double tragedy as two sons die on day they buy father a car

Second brother had a fatal seizure after seeing first brother's crash.

COMMENT | In shock and awe over facts and figures

COMMENT | In shock and awe over facts and figures

Would I be subject to the Penal Code if I publish results of a survey by Pornhub?

Sarawak schools decision a 'slap' to MOE, says Teo

Sarawak schools decision a 'slap' to MOE, says Teo

'If Sarawak rejects opening, what about other states?' asks the MP.
YOURSAY | RM10,000 fine shows govt’s failure in handling Covid-19

YOURSAY | RM10,000 fine shows govt’s failure in handling Covid-19

By increasing the fines, the govt is pushing the blame on the people.’
Syed Husin: History books need open minds, not emotional politicians

Syed Husin: History books need open minds, not emotional politicians

Veteran academic says book also details Communist violence during emergency.

BNM aware of Jho Low transfers to Zeti's husband and other news you may have missed

BNM aware of Jho Low transfers to Zeti's husband and other news you may have missed

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