Archive - 7 March 2021

ECRL is nearly 21pct complete, says Mohd Zuki

ECRL is nearly 21pct complete, says Mohd Zuki

The project is expected to be completed in 2026.

EMCO at Kg Tanah Merah, Kota Marudu extended until March 22

EMCO at Kg Tanah Merah, Kota Marudu extended until March 22

COVID-19 | Ismail Sabri says the decision was made following the risk assessment conducted by various agencies.

Mahathir, wife receive Covid-19 vaccine

Mahathir, wife receive Covid-19 vaccine

COVID-19 | The former PM immediately urges the people to sign up for the immunisation programme.
Govt still tweaking Finas Act for social media after last year's licence fiasco

Govt still tweaking Finas Act for social media after last year's licence fiasco

Multimedia minister says amendments are to help facilitate online content creators.

MP SPEAKS | Women are solution for more democratic, equal and just world

MP SPEAKS | Women are solution for more democratic, equal and just world

More women in Parliament will mean better laws on the rights of women, children and youths.
Minister: Cheaper, wider coverage for 5G with govt in charge of rollout

Minister: Cheaper, wider coverage for 5G with govt in charge of rollout

State-owned special purpose vehicle for 5G Internet rollout will also allow it to be done faster, says Saifuddin.

Covid-19 (March 7): 1,683 new cases, Perlis sees highest spike yet

Covid-19 (March 7): 1,683 new cases, Perlis sees highest spike yet

Selangor maintains under 1,000 new cases for the 15th consecutive day.

'Kakak Juga Pekerja' campaign: Groups seek recognition for domestic helpers

'Kakak Juga Pekerja' campaign: Groups seek recognition for domestic helpers

The campaign is launched in conjunction with International Women's Day 2021.

Ex-judge wants contempt action against Hadi - report

Ex-judge wants contempt action against Hadi - report

This is over the PAS leader's comments about the Federal Court's decision on a syariah provision.

'Multiracial' J-Kom's first programme to be on communication for the disabled - minister

'Multiracial' J-Kom's first programme to be on communication for the disabled - minister

Saifuddin Abdullah reiterates that unlike Jasa, J-Kom is not political.

Sekijang MP lodges MACC report over alleged offer to switch sides

Sekijang MP lodges MACC report over alleged offer to switch sides

Natrah Ismail urges the graft buster to probe the matter as soon as possible.

'Enemies' attempt to take over Umno after failing to destroy it - Zahid

'Enemies' attempt to take over Umno after failing to destroy it - Zahid

Party president says this has led to Umno leaders being demonised and labelled as the 'court cluster'.

M’sia’s economy to remain on positive trajectory despite uncertainty on global front

M’sia’s economy to remain on positive trajectory despite uncertainty on global front

Despite a surge in US inflation recently, Malaysian bonds, namely Malaysian Government Securities remained stable.
Boat skipper dies while out fishing

Boat skipper dies while out fishing

Borhan Mohamed fainted while trying to cut a net stuck on the boat's engine.

Strong winds rip off Perlis school roof, five classrooms closed

Strong winds rip off Perlis school roof, five classrooms closed

There were no injuries reported in the 5pm incident on Friday.

Female MPs pledge to fight for a more gender-sensitive Parliament

Female MPs pledge to fight for a more gender-sensitive Parliament

They vow to make it a priority to focus on bills and policies that move towards gender equality.
LETTER | Wait no more, act now on gender issues, PN!

LETTER | Wait no more, act now on gender issues, PN!

This is not the 18th century for men to enjoy their patriarchal 'privileges' anymore.
PAS postpones party polls until after GE15

PAS postpones party polls until after GE15

This is so it can focus on preparations for the next general election, says PAS sec-gen.

Musa Hitam: M'sian politics now a joke, no longer about philosophy or ideology

Musa Hitam: M'sian politics now a joke, no longer about philosophy or ideology

Former DPM says nowadays everyone is busy with how many seats they have and who is siding with who.

MCA wants political conflicts to end, will stay with BN in GE15

MCA wants political conflicts to end, will stay with BN in GE15

These are among the resolutions passed at MCA's 67th annual general assembly today.

NZ's Auckland emerges from lockdown, Australia starts AstraZeneca vaccinations

NZ's Auckland emerges from lockdown, Australia starts AstraZeneca vaccinations

No new local Covid-19 cases reported in both countries today.

M'sia does not need politicians fighting for premiership amid Covid-19: Chong

M'sia does not need politicians fighting for premiership amid Covid-19: Chong

UPDATED 1.05PM | MCA sec-gen says country needs selfless leaders instead to contribute regardless of race and religion.

Slamming Harapan, Wee tells Chinese not to put all their eggs in one basket

Slamming Harapan, Wee tells Chinese not to put all their eggs in one basket

MCA president blasts DAP for 'unsettling' Malay voters.

LETTER | Choose to challenge gender inequality in health

LETTER | Choose to challenge gender inequality in health

A challenged world is an alert world. And from challenge comes change.
Wee: We are problem solvers, not troublemakers

Wee: We are problem solvers, not troublemakers

MCA president says the party has contributed to stability and has a clear conscience.

'Pendatang' Kian Tan uses ancient works to explore history, identity

'Pendatang' Kian Tan uses ancient works to explore history, identity

MALAYSIANSKINI | Caught between spiritual traditions and political boundaries, he turns to art for answers.

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Private vaccine? Priority is to vaccinate 80pct of population first

Private vaccine? Priority is to vaccinate 80pct of population first

Due to limited global supply, deputy minister says it's necessary for govt to monopolise Covid-19 vaccine purchase.

Zafrul: Finance Ministry aims to create 500,000 new jobs

Zafrul: Finance Ministry aims to create 500,000 new jobs

Finance minister says this at a presser talking about his first year on the job.

COMMENT | Time to get serious about gender equality in workplace

COMMENT | Time to get serious about gender equality in workplace

Now is the time for commitment, courageous choices and concerted efforts from us all.
Myanmar forces make night raids after breaking up protests

Myanmar forces make night raids after breaking up protests

Residents say soldiers and police moved into several districts of Yangon late at night, firing shots.

Indian farmers block highway outside Delhi to mark 100th day of protest

Indian farmers block highway outside Delhi to mark 100th day of protest

Farmers head in cars, trucks and tractors to the highway for a five-hour roadblock to oppose three farm laws.

'Choices I Make' - group launches browser game to navigate Covid-19 infodemic

'Choices I Make' - group launches browser game to navigate Covid-19 infodemic

It's an online tool for the public to identify and combat disinformation.

PAS committed to unity of ummah - Takiyuddin

PAS committed to unity of ummah - Takiyuddin

Its sec-gen says unity in Islam, among Malays, bumiputera and all M'sians required to establish strong govt.

PM touches down in Jeddah to begin official visit to Saudi Arabia

PM touches down in Jeddah to begin official visit to Saudi Arabia

Muhyiddin and his wife will be performing umrah, visiting Madinah before starting official programmes.

COMMENT | A pandemic with a woman's face

COMMENT | A pandemic with a woman's face

A better future depends on addressing the gender power imbalance.

YOURSAY | KJ's decision to skip Pfizer is commendable

YOURSAY | KJ's decision to skip Pfizer is commendable

'I presume your other cabinet colleagues just want the best for themselves.'

MCA gets chopped over karate classes and other news you may have missed

MCA gets chopped over karate classes and other news you may have missed

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