Archive - 17 March 2021

March 24 case management in SIB church's case on discovery of documents

March 24 case management in SIB church's case on discovery of documents

This is pertaining to the cabinet's decision which prohibited the use of the word 'Allah' in non-Muslim publications.
BN sets up task forces to perform ‘check-and-balance’ on govt

BN sets up task forces to perform ‘check-and-balance’ on govt

Each of the task forces would be experts, academics, and community leaders among its members.
Registration date for Form 1, 4 students of special schools on April 6

Registration date for Form 1, 4 students of special schools on April 6

The ministry says it has completed the process of assessing the admission of students to special schools for this year.
Pope: 'I kneel on the streets of Myanmar and say stop the violence'

Pope: 'I kneel on the streets of Myanmar and say stop the violence'

Even I open my arms and say 'let dialogue prevail', says Pope Francis.
Thai sniffer dogs can detect Covid-19 in sweat, project shows

Thai sniffer dogs can detect Covid-19 in sweat, project shows

The dogs take only one to two seconds to detect the virus, says the project leader.
‘Penang may have to use muddy water if refuses to pay for raw water from Kedah’

‘Penang may have to use muddy water if refuses to pay for raw water from Kedah’

The Kedah government still has room for resolving the issue through arbitration, says Sanusi.
World going through unprecedented chip shortage, China trade body says

World going through unprecedented chip shortage, China trade body says

China is the world's largest buyer of semiconductors, but domestic production is marginal.
EU envoys agree first China sanctions in three decades, diplomats say

EU envoys agree first China sanctions in three decades, diplomats say

EU blacklists Chinese officials accused of human rights abuses against China's Uighur Muslim minority.

China blasts US-Japan statement ahead of Alaska talks

China blasts US-Japan statement ahead of Alaska talks

The joint statement is a malicious attack on China's foreign policy and grossly interferes in China's internal affairs, says foreign ministry spokesperson.
RM11b fiscal injection in latest Pemerkasa stimulus package

RM11b fiscal injection in latest Pemerkasa stimulus package

UPDATED 9PM | Part of the programme is the plan to bump up its Covid-19 vaccine spending from RM3 billion to RM5 billion.

PM raises possibility that state-wide MCO will come to an end

PM raises possibility that state-wide MCO will come to an end

UPDATED 8.17PM | The government plans to focus on specific localities or clusters.

Report: Over 10 million displaced by climate disasters in six months

Report: Over 10 million displaced by climate disasters in six months

The majority of them in Asia, says a humanitarian organisation.
Top US, Japan officials say China's behaviour inconsistent with international order

Top US, Japan officials say China's behaviour inconsistent with international order

They also reiterate their opposition to China's 'unlawful' maritime claims in the South China Sea.

Five arrested over secret society funeral procession

Five arrested over secret society funeral procession

They are believed to be linked to the Secret Society 36 group.

Najib opposes US govt's bid to prevent access to 1MDB documents

Najib opposes US govt's bid to prevent access to 1MDB documents

This is over documents and testimony vital to the ex-PM's defence against criminal charges in Malaysia.

Group of Asean personalities calls for sanctions against Myanmar

Group of Asean personalities calls for sanctions against Myanmar

So far, Asean has only called for a 'domestic-led' solution among Myanmar's stakeholders.

Covid-19 (March 17): 1,219 new cases, 2 deaths

Covid-19 (March 17): 1,219 new cases, 2 deaths

While national numbers continue to drop, every region in the country reported new cases today.

PKR Youth wants Santhara extradited from NZ to Malaysia

PKR Youth wants Santhara extradited from NZ to Malaysia

The deputy minister previously came under fire for his extended absence.

PM to make special announcement at 5.30pm

PM to make special announcement at 5.30pm

The announcement will be aired live on TV stations including Bernam TV, RTM, TV3 and Astro Awani.

TimeTec Workforce (4/6): Cloud Hiring System ensures better recruits

TimeTec Workforce (4/6): Cloud Hiring System ensures better recruits

Both large and small companies can use our ATS, and they can set their preferences according to their needs.
S'wak to focus on merit, equality to attain developed status by 2030

S'wak to focus on merit, equality to attain developed status by 2030

'Things have changed. Everything is based on merit and men need to acknowledge this,' says the chief minister.

Bung blames excessive politicking for lack of development in Sabah

Bung blames excessive politicking for lack of development in Sabah

The deputy chief minister calls on state leaders to focus on development.

Santhara did not seek emergency quarantine slot - NZ minister

Santhara did not seek emergency quarantine slot - NZ minister

Deputy FT minister left for New Zealand 83 days ago.

Boy dies after being left in car for over four hours

Boy dies after being left in car for over four hours

The driver parked the car and left, forgetting about the child.

Cabinet changes SOP on fines again, offers early bird discounts

Cabinet changes SOP on fines again, offers early bird discounts

The fines will now be tiered, instead of a blanket RM10k fine for individuals and RM50k for organisations.

Zahid zooming in on leaders leaking info from Umno meetings - report

Zahid zooming in on leaders leaking info from Umno meetings - report

Umno president says identity of the leaders will be revealed soon.

Khalid says law minister looks down on #TamatDarurat committee

Khalid says law minister looks down on #TamatDarurat committee

Amanah leader adds Takiyuddin's statement implied that forming such a committee is against the law.

After Anwar's proposal, Health DG explains unknowns in single-dose strategy

After Anwar's proposal, Health DG explains unknowns in single-dose strategy

WHO recommends second dose of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine to be administered between 21 and 28 days after the first.

Opposition parties gang up on PKR, refuse to work with 'kleptocrats'

Opposition parties gang up on PKR, refuse to work with 'kleptocrats'

UPDATED 8.06PM | This move casts further doubts on Anwar's claim of having 'adequate' numbers to topple Muhyiddin.

Hindu shrine demolition in Kedah put on hold

Hindu shrine demolition in Kedah put on hold

The place of worship was originally set to be demolished later this week.

Social Work Profession Bill in final draft stage - Rina

Social Work Profession Bill in final draft stage - Rina

Bill being drafted to recognise social work as a profession requiring certification by Social Work Profession Council.

Berjaya Corp shares surge 17 pct on Jalil's appointment as group CEO

Berjaya Corp shares surge 17 pct on Jalil's appointment as group CEO

Jalil's mandate is to relook the corporation's structure, optimise operations and improve governance and transparency.

New judge for 1MDB-linked US$340m suit against Petrosaudi

New judge for 1MDB-linked US$340m suit against Petrosaudi

KL High Court judge Ahmad Shahrir Mohd Salleh will be presiding over the suit.

LETTER | RM10k fine - the devil is in the details

LETTER | RM10k fine - the devil is in the details

When the people are told to appeal against the RM10,000 fine, all seems easy and clear.

Blinken says report shows China undermined Hong Kong's electoral system

Blinken says report shows China undermined Hong Kong's electoral system

The report identifies 24 China and Hong Kong officials whose actions have reduced Hong Kong's autonomy.

Hadi: PAS open to accepting party hoppers

Hadi: PAS open to accepting party hoppers

History has shown the party can persevere, says the president.

US facing biggest migrant surge in 20 years: Homeland Security

US facing biggest migrant surge in 20 years: Homeland Security

Govt races to handle an influx of children travelling alone trying to cross the US-Mexico border as well.

Eight killed in Atlanta-area shooting rampage; suspect arrested

Eight killed in Atlanta-area shooting rampage; suspect arrested

Officials did not offer any possible motive for the shooting rampage.

Kampar MP says sorry for losing cool but wants DAP to look into complaints

Kampar MP says sorry for losing cool but wants DAP to look into complaints

Thomas Su recognises his action had tarnished the party's reputation and takes responsibility for the incident.

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COMMENT | Why it’ll be a tragedy if PKR botches GE15 candidate selection

COMMENT | Why it’ll be a tragedy if PKR botches GE15 candidate selection

The only truly multi-racial party in terms of elected representatives needs a facelift and an overhaul.
Burqa ban just a 'proposal', Sri Lanka says after criticism from allies

Burqa ban just a 'proposal', Sri Lanka says after criticism from allies

Muslims make up around a tenth of the population in majority-Buddhist Sri Lanka.

BOOK REVIEW | A master storyteller’s recollections – told and untold

BOOK REVIEW | A master storyteller’s recollections – told and untold

A must-read, this narration of retired judge and arbitrator V George's encounters, spiced with wit and humour.

Democracy in retreat worldwide, warns UK foreign minister

Democracy in retreat worldwide, warns UK foreign minister

The combined economic output of autocratic regimes is expected to exceed the combined output of the world’s democracies.
Residents flee Yangon suburb fearing fresh Myanmar military crackdown

Residents flee Yangon suburb fearing fresh Myanmar military crackdown

'Here is like a war zone, they are shooting everywhere,' says a labour organiser in the Hlaing Tharyar district.

RM10k fine: PN govt detached from people's hardship - Kit Siang

RM10k fine: PN govt detached from people's hardship - Kit Siang

Refusal to suspend the fine until implementation problems sorted shows how govt is not people-centric, he says.

Accusing the police of cruelty is unfair - IGP Abdul Hamid Bador

Accusing the police of cruelty is unfair - IGP Abdul Hamid Bador

Individuals 'wanting to be popular' are hurling various accusations to create a negative perception of the force, he says.

Putin likely directed 2020 US election meddling, report finds

Putin likely directed 2020 US election meddling, report finds

Washington is expected to impose sanctions on Moscow as soon as next week because of the allegations.
TEDxUTM talk returns with virtual event: "Re!magine Limits"

TEDxUTM talk returns with virtual event: "Re!magine Limits"

TEDxUTM is a passionate community that hosts a series of talks that strive to bring people from every discipline and cultures to share their ideas under the same roof and get inspired from motivational personalities.
Pushed out of PNB, Jalil tapped by Berjaya Corp as CEO

Pushed out of PNB, Jalil tapped by Berjaya Corp as CEO

The ex-PNB chief has 18 years of investment and business leadership experience.

NRD, 2 others object to legal challenge against unilateral conversion

NRD, 2 others object to legal challenge against unilateral conversion

The challenge is by an insurance agent, now aged 40, who was converted by her father when she was 10 years old.

COMMENT | The fake news ordinance is more draconian than we think

COMMENT | The fake news ordinance is more draconian than we think

Here are 10 things about the fake news ordinance that we should be concerned about.

YOURSAY | Should Harapan work with Umno and if so, how?

YOURSAY | Should Harapan work with Umno and if so, how?

‘It’s really choosing between the devil and the deep blue sea.’
Health experts pore over AstraZeneca safety data as Europe reels from vaccine suspensions

Health experts pore over AstraZeneca safety data as Europe reels from vaccine suspensions

European Medicines Agency and WHO are investigating suspected side effects and will release their findings soon.

COMMENT | A lesson in irony

COMMENT | A lesson in irony

Azmin Ali talking about the unfairness of a government collapsing.

Insurance agent seeks court nullification of her unilateral conversion

Insurance agent seeks court nullification of her unilateral conversion

The 40-year-old applicant's father converted her to Islam when she was 10.
Anwar claims he still has majority and other news you may have missed

Anwar claims he still has majority and other news you may have missed

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

Ministers at VIP wedding

Ministers at VIP wedding

NEWSLETTER 17-03-2021