Archive - 2 March 2021

Open burning the cause of local haze - MetMalaysia

Open burning the cause of local haze - MetMalaysia

Three areas in Selangor recorded unhealthy air quality readings this morning - Johan Setia, Klang; Banting and PJ.

DOE to implement pilot project for sustainable vehicle disposal

DOE to implement pilot project for sustainable vehicle disposal

DOE DG says eight companies will take part in the pilot project.

M'sia supports any reconciliation effort to end Myanmar crisis - Hishammuddin

M'sia supports any reconciliation effort to end Myanmar crisis - Hishammuddin

Foreign minister says Malaysia believes resolution to the political deadlock in Myanmar is a domestic-led process.

Spurred by pandemic, group calls for greater data openness

Spurred by pandemic, group calls for greater data openness

Lack of data openness, transparency led to misinformation and anxiety among the public in dealing with Covid-19, says the group.

27k police officers from 5 state contingents to be vaccinated in 1st phase - IGP

27k police officers from 5 state contingents to be vaccinated in 1st phase - IGP

Abdul Hamid urges police personnel wary of being vaccinated to stop listening to unverified information.

China says door to Xinjiang 'always open', but UN rights boss should not prejudge

China says door to Xinjiang 'always open', but UN rights boss should not prejudge

China opposed the 'politicisation' of human rights, says China's delegate to UN Human Rights Council.

Sunseap, Tenaga forming venture to trial S'pore electricity imports from M'sia

Sunseap, Tenaga forming venture to trial S'pore electricity imports from M'sia

The partnership will import 100MW of electricity to be generated from renewable energy sources.

K'tan exco wants action on those spreading queue-jumping claims

K'tan exco wants action on those spreading queue-jumping claims

Izani calls for Health Ministry to investigate if its officers made the claims as it has smeared state govt's name.

MCMC to regulate, monitor Digital Nasional Bhd

MCMC to regulate, monitor Digital Nasional Bhd

DNB subject to regulatory oversight like other licensees in the communications and multimedia industry, says MCMC.

Sinovac, AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccines receive conditional approval

Sinovac, AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccines receive conditional approval

COVID-19 | This brings to three the number of vaccines in Malaysia's arsenal against the pandemic.

Vaccine: List all healthcare workers under category 1 - MMA

Vaccine: List all healthcare workers under category 1 - MMA

General practitioners, specialist clinics and dentists are currently listed under category 2.

Covid-19 (March 2) - 1,555 new cases, 6 deaths

Covid-19 (March 2) - 1,555 new cases, 6 deaths

Six territories that will enter a CMCO this weekend are still logging new cases in the triple digits.

Unnatural sex case: Mais respects Federal Court's decision

Unnatural sex case: Mais respects Federal Court's decision

Mais will also continue to support the principle of syariah offences as stipulated in the Federal Constitution and EJSS 1995.
SLS questions minister over call to stop challenges on syariah law

SLS questions minister over call to stop challenges on syariah law

Being able to challenge constitutionality of laws is a hallmark of democracy, says Sabah Law Society.

Sebatik rep withdraws anti-defection oath via SD

Sebatik rep withdraws anti-defection oath via SD

However, Warisan says Hassan Gani's pre-signed resignation letter has been submitted to the Sabah speaker.

Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief loses appeal to set aside conviction

Ex-Ampang PKR Youth chief loses appeal to set aside conviction

The Court of Appeal also upheld Adam Rosly Abdullah's six-month jail term, RM30,000 fine.

Selangor, KL, Johor, Penang under CMCO starting March 5

Selangor, KL, Johor, Penang under CMCO starting March 5

UPDATED 8.25PM | Interdistrict travel is also allowed except in Sabah.

Survey: 1 in 5 Malaysians want Muhyiddin to complete term as PM

Survey: 1 in 5 Malaysians want Muhyiddin to complete term as PM

Nearly half want Muhyiddin to step down while nearly a third want fresh polls.

COMMENT | We are already quite sick

COMMENT | We are already quite sick

To be regionally or globally known as the “sick man” is humiliating and psychologically damaging.

PKR issues RM10m legal letter to Tebrau MP

PKR issues RM10m legal letter to Tebrau MP

He needs to pay the compensation within seven days, and if not, court action would be taken, says PKR sec-gen.
LETTER | Reconvene Parliament – stop democracy from being corrupted

LETTER | Reconvene Parliament – stop democracy from being corrupted

Let’s resolve the uncertainty of the majority support that is preventing the august House from playing its role.

Development with green soul to counter stressful urban life for more uplifting experiences

Development with green soul to counter stressful urban life for more uplifting experiences

A living example of sustainability and quality of life created side by side
Why is it okay to defect to opposition but not the govt, PAS veep asks

Why is it okay to defect to opposition but not the govt, PAS veep asks

Opposition happy if someone jumps over to support them but unhappy if it's the reverse, says Mohd Amar Abdullah.

Was Dr M aware of allegation against Zeti and family, asks anti-graft watchdog

Was Dr M aware of allegation against Zeti and family, asks anti-graft watchdog

C4 refers to Zeti's appointment as PNB chairperson and member of the Council of Eminent Persons by the former PM.

Anwar: I told Amanah reps to consult Mat Sabu before joining PKR

Anwar: I told Amanah reps to consult Mat Sabu before joining PKR

This is after at least five Amanah assemblypersons joined PKR over the past several months.
‘PN numbers far smaller than ours', Anwar claims after two MPs defect

‘PN numbers far smaller than ours', Anwar claims after two MPs defect

With the two MPs who defected, they (PN) are still a minority, says the PKR president.
Quarantine Accredited Hotels – A travel startup stepping in

Quarantine Accredited Hotels – A travel startup stepping in

SoldoutNight introduced a new service, providing a platform to easily find all hotels in your destination region which allow quarantine guests.
Payment for i-Sinar applications begins - EPF

Payment for i-Sinar applications begins - EPF

Applications made before Feb 25 will be progressively approved after removal of earlier criteria for withdrawals.

FDI inflows dropped 56pct in 2020 to RM13.9b

FDI inflows dropped 56pct in 2020 to RM13.9b

It is down from RM31.7 billion the previous year, according to a report published by Mida.

Putatan MP denies leaving PKR

Putatan MP denies leaving PKR

Awang Husaini Sahari says the baseless allegation was deliberately created to tarnish his reputation.

Don't fear Covid-19 vaccine, Kelantan MB says after getting inoculated

Don't fear Covid-19 vaccine, Kelantan MB says after getting inoculated

Ahmad Yakob urges the state's 1.2 million population to get vaccinated.

A shot towards herd immunity

A shot towards herd immunity

KINILENS | Frontliners among the first to get vaccinated in fight to end Covid-19 pandemic.

China paper manufacturer committed to increase investment by RM5.4b in M'sia - PM

China paper manufacturer committed to increase investment by RM5.4b in M'sia - PM

Asia's largest paper manufacturer Nine Dragons Paper's move shows foreign investors confidence in M'sia.

Tabung Haji announces profit distribution of 3.10pct

Tabung Haji announces profit distribution of 3.10pct

The 2020 profit distribution involves a total payout of RM2.24 billion.

VIPs and frontliners - Umno man sees 'dua darjat' in leave approvals too

VIPs and frontliners - Umno man sees 'dua darjat' in leave approvals too

Puad Zarkashi finds it strange govt could approve 55 days leave for Edmund Santhara during Covid-19 pandemic.

Juwai IQI to build 1,000+ strong data and technology team in Kuala Lumpur

Juwai IQI to build 1,000+ strong data and technology team in Kuala Lumpur

The launch of THE technology hub is in line with the government’s MyDIGITAL initiative to attract RM70 billion investment in digitalisation by 2025.
Johor PKR apologises to Tebrau voters after MP jumps ship to PN

Johor PKR apologises to Tebrau voters after MP jumps ship to PN

State party chief Syed Ibrahim says there's no excuse for betraying the people's mandate.

Maszlee sends legal letter to Asyraf over 'communist glorification' claim

Maszlee sends legal letter to Asyraf over 'communist glorification' claim

This is to put a stop to the culture of defamation which is also tinged with racism, says ex-minister.

Non-Chinese can now join MCA as associate members

Non-Chinese can now join MCA as associate members

ROS approves changes to MCA's constitution, which the party decided on in 2019, allowing the move.

Myanmar court files more charges against Suu Kyi, police crack down on protests

Myanmar court files more charges against Suu Kyi, police crack down on protests

New charges include one under the penal code banning publication of information that may 'cause fear or alarm'.

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Bangi MP supports call to reopen cinemas

Bangi MP supports call to reopen cinemas

Keeping cinemas closed jeopardises workers and harms film industry, says Ong.

Private hospitals want approval to procure Covid-19 vaccines from other sources

Private hospitals want approval to procure Covid-19 vaccines from other sources

UPDATED 11.53AM | They say this will expedite herd immunity and reduce the government's burden.

Umno's Jamal Yunos apologises to ex-minister Yeo

Umno's Jamal Yunos apologises to ex-minister Yeo

UPDATED 11.35AM | The move is part of a settlement in a defamation suit against him by the DAP MP.

Can Asean diplomacy end crisis in Myanmar?

Can Asean diplomacy end crisis in Myanmar?

With its principle of non-interference, can it make a difference?

S'gor cops refute viral video, say raid without warrant done according to law

S'gor cops refute viral video, say raid without warrant done according to law

The action taken is provided for under the Penal Code and the law, says the acting Selangor police chief.

US to get UN to ramp up pressure on Myanmar

US to get UN to ramp up pressure on Myanmar

Washington will take the presidency of the UN Security Council in March.
Boo: Why vaccinate elected reps ahead of more at-risk healthcare workers?

Boo: Why vaccinate elected reps ahead of more at-risk healthcare workers?

Even though both qualify for early vaccination, the DAP leader says, some are more at risk than others.

France's Sarkozy convicted of corruption, likely to escape jail time

France's Sarkozy convicted of corruption, likely to escape jail time

The judge will allow the former president to be tagged with an electronic bracelet outside of prison.

COMMENT | Gig workers need fair deal in our 'convenience' economy

COMMENT | Gig workers need fair deal in our 'convenience' economy

Delivery riders, drivers are essential workers who deserve better treatment and protection.

Impossible for small publishers to moderate every single comment - MP

Impossible for small publishers to moderate every single comment - MP

Sungai Buloh MP Sivarasa Rasiah says most logical method is 'flag and takedown' system.

Bersatu and Umno at loggerheads in Johor over village chief appointments

Bersatu and Umno at loggerheads in Johor over village chief appointments

UPDATED 10.25AM | The newly-appointed village chiefs are dominated by Umno, the Johor Bersatu Youth chief complains.

COMMENT | Now we have pride in defections

COMMENT | Now we have pride in defections

'Whenever there is a new defection, it is published widely by the party that profits.'

YOURSAY | It’s open season for frog hunting

YOURSAY | It’s open season for frog hunting

‘Political defections, in whichever direction, are highly immoral and undemocratic…’
Covid-19 vaccine: Sabah will not entertain queue jumpers

Covid-19 vaccine: Sabah will not entertain queue jumpers

Vaccine shots will be given only to those registered through set appointments, state minister says.

Chinese hackers target Indian vaccine makers SII, Bharat Biotech, says security firm

Chinese hackers target Indian vaccine makers SII, Bharat Biotech, says security firm

US DOJ says Chinese hacker group APT10 is linked with the Chinese Ministry of State Security.

MAS frequent flyer programme suffers 'data security incident'

MAS frequent flyer programme suffers 'data security incident'

The airline says account passwords are not involved, but Enrich members should change it as a precaution.

Guidelines to prevent vaccine queue-jumping and other news you may have missed

Guidelines to prevent vaccine queue-jumping and other news you may have missed

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

Missing deputy minister

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