Archive - 27 March 2021

Cops to probe Undi18 protest organiser, participants

Cops to probe Undi18 protest organiser, participants

The probe will be carried out under the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012, says the Dang Wangi police chief.

Is PAS friend or foe, Umno Youth asks after Muhyiddin throws down gauntlet

Is PAS friend or foe, Umno Youth asks after Muhyiddin throws down gauntlet

This is important to know before we go to war, says Umno Youth chief Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.

Censorship, closed doors at AGM - hard to gauge Umno's true state

Censorship, closed doors at AGM - hard to gauge Umno's true state

It is difficult to judge if Umno will enter the next general election as a united team.

Reasonable to postpone Undi18 - MIC president

Reasonable to postpone Undi18 - MIC president

We have to think of the pros and cons when it is fully implemented, says SA Vigneswaran.


Govt mulls single-dose Covid-19 vaccine for people in rural areas

Govt mulls single-dose Covid-19 vaccine for people in rural areas

Those residing in the interior may find it difficult to come again for a second dose, says health deputy minister.

Zahidi: Umno will remain on opposition bench without cooperation in GE15

Zahidi: Umno will remain on opposition bench without cooperation in GE15

The supreme council member paints a scenario whereby the party might not win enough seats to form a government.

GE15: Bersatu ready to take on Umno, even if in all 222 seats

GE15: Bersatu ready to take on Umno, even if in all 222 seats

'We can have a straight fight, or three-corner, or even four corner fights...'

Be 'jantan', quit cabinet now, K'tan Youth delegate dares Umno ministers

Be 'jantan', quit cabinet now, K'tan Youth delegate dares Umno ministers

There is no need to wait for the 15th general election, says Wan Mohamed Rasman Hassan.

Where's our vote? Undi18 supporters demand in protest

Where's our vote? Undi18 supporters demand in protest

The group observes a symbolic 18-minute silence outside the Parliament gates.

Umno hurt but surrenders to PAS' choice to be 'polygamous' - Asyraf

Umno hurt but surrenders to PAS' choice to be 'polygamous' - Asyraf

A blossoming relationship had to be shared with another, says the Umno Youth chief.

Kelantan PAS' ties with Umno, Bersatu to be decided at central level - Tuan Ibrahim

Kelantan PAS' ties with Umno, Bersatu to be decided at central level - Tuan Ibrahim

The PAS deputy president, however, stresses that PAS and Umno are on good terms in Kelantan.

Health DG explanation of deputy minister quarantine disappointing - MP

Health DG explanation of deputy minister quarantine disappointing - MP

Noor Hisham behaving no different from a Perikatan Nasional politician, says the Bagan MP.

Claiming to have youth support, PM says PN not to blame for Undi18 delay

Claiming to have youth support, PM says PN not to blame for Undi18 delay

Muhyiddin says EC told him it was not possible to lower the voting age by September this year.

Covid-19 (March 27) 1,199 new cases, S'gor has lowest cases since Dec 9

Covid-19 (March 27) 1,199 new cases, S'gor has lowest cases since Dec 9

Meanwhile, Kelantan had triple digit infections for the first time since Feb 20

16 protesters killed in Myanmar on 'day of shame for armed forces'

16 protesters killed in Myanmar on 'day of shame for armed forces'

The renewed violence comes on the day the military generals were celebrating Armed Forces Day.

Setia Alamsari: The largest freehold township in Kajang

Setia Alamsari: The largest freehold township in Kajang

Introducing Caressa, the very first phase of CASA Collection.

Vincent Tan to give half of wealth to charity

Vincent Tan to give half of wealth to charity

I am also passionate about building affordable homes for Malaysians, says the Berjaya founder.
PM urges people to register for Covid-19 vaccination

PM urges people to register for Covid-19 vaccination

Muhyiddin says nothing to fear as both he and his wife have been vaccinated, and there are no health issues.

PM candidate? You’re speaking to him, Mat Hasan jokes

PM candidate? You’re speaking to him, Mat Hasan jokes

By convention, Umno president Zahid is PM candidate but he is facing graft charges.

Umno Youth to Zahid: Don't let hypocrites represent the party

Umno Youth to Zahid: Don't let hypocrites represent the party

'Do not get bitten by a snake twice.'

Muda veep refutes 'propaganda' to justify Undi18 delay

Muda veep refutes 'propaganda' to justify Undi18 delay

Lim Wei Jiet says narrative on social media over the delay inaccurate.

Kit Siang: Why the conflicting Covid-19 message between PM and Health Ministry?

Kit Siang: Why the conflicting Covid-19 message between PM and Health Ministry?

The MP notes there are two differing statements about the pandemic.

Annuar claims dissent at Umno AGM suppressed, warns party could sink

Annuar claims dissent at Umno AGM suppressed, warns party could sink

Only people appointed by the president can speak, he says.

Umno Youth: Is ‘political agenda’ behind Undi18 delay?

Umno Youth: Is ‘political agenda’ behind Undi18 delay?

Asyraf Wajdi says government disrespected Parliament’s decision to lower the voting age.

Field more women in GE15 as many men are defecting - Noraini

Field more women in GE15 as many men are defecting - Noraini

The Umno Wanita chief points out that many male lawmakers have defected but the women remain loyal.

BornOil enters into agreement to acquire Pahang entity with mining lease

BornOil enters into agreement to acquire Pahang entity with mining lease

Datuk Joseph also explained that the acquisition would result in the group acquiring the mining area adjacent to its current mining area at Keratong, Rompin, Pahang.
Facebook freezes Venezuela president's page over Covid-19 misinformation

Facebook freezes Venezuela president's page over Covid-19 misinformation

The social networking service says Nicolas Maduro is promoting a remedy he claims can cure the disease.

COMMENT | Why functioning labels are harmful to persons with autism

COMMENT | Why functioning labels are harmful to persons with autism

April is Autism Awareness Month. Let us start by educating our friends and family about the proper terms to use.

Putrajaya urged to reform the police force

Putrajaya urged to reform the police force

TI-M says the government should revive the IPCMC to act against corrupt officers.

Shahidan insists Umno 'bigger' in PN govt

Shahidan insists Umno 'bigger' in PN govt

Interpretation of whether Umno is dominant needs to be discussed, says Umno Perlis chief.

AirAsia boss says RM1b in loans pending regulator approval - media report

AirAsia boss says RM1b in loans pending regulator approval - media report

The airline also considering a loan offer from the Thai government via its Exim Bank, says Tony Fernandes.

Govt to study on allowing interstate travel for Aidilfitri

Govt to study on allowing interstate travel for Aidilfitri

PM says govt also studying on allowing visits to neighbours.

Mohamad: Hidden enemy could destroy Umno from within

Mohamad: Hidden enemy could destroy Umno from within

UPDATED 4.06PM | The Umno deputy president describes these foes as very cunning in their behaviour.

PN response to police cartel 'weak', PM should speak up - Gobind

PN response to police cartel 'weak', PM should speak up - Gobind

Where is the PM's firm statement to support the IGP, asks the Puchong MP.

Umno deputy president wants party to emulate Liverpool, make political comeback

Umno deputy president wants party to emulate Liverpool, make political comeback

'We don't want to be reserve players, we want to be Liverpool that won the English Premier League.'

Chinese apps join celebs in backlash against Western brands over Xinjiang

Chinese apps join celebs in backlash against Western brands over Xinjiang

Search results for H&M in the Didi Chuxing ride-hailing app for all of China’s major cities yielded no results.
For Suez ship rescuers, this is one of their trickiest jobs

For Suez ship rescuers, this is one of their trickiest jobs

They have previously lifted Russia’s Kursk nuclear submarine from the Barents Sea floor.

Mat Hasan: Don't try to teach us about unity of ummah

Mat Hasan: Don't try to teach us about unity of ummah

He says Umno long championing Malay interests, no one can question party's commitment to the ummah.

Umno won't collapse despite court cluster vs minister cluster labels - Asyraf

Umno won't collapse despite court cluster vs minister cluster labels - Asyraf

He says Umno's enemies perpetrated the labelling.

A Western plan to rival China's Belt and Road?

A Western plan to rival China's Belt and Road?

US President Joe Biden says he suggested to UK's Johnson a plan to rival China's Belt and Road.

UK study finds strong immune responses from one dose of Pfizer Covid-19 shot

UK study finds strong immune responses from one dose of Pfizer Covid-19 shot

It could also offer protection from variants to people who have previously had the virus, a British study says.
In 2020 the ultra-rich got richer, now they're bracing for backlash

In 2020 the ultra-rich got richer, now they're bracing for backlash

Some are talking to their wealth managers about how to keep a hold of and consolidate their fortunes.
Pandemic being used to justify 'multiplicity of sins' - Kit Siang

Pandemic being used to justify 'multiplicity of sins' - Kit Siang

'Covid-19 used to commit sins from suspending Parliament to postponing lowering voting age.'

COMMENT | 'Allah' issue should not divide us

COMMENT | 'Allah' issue should not divide us

Forget the politicians who keep singing their tired old song that we must remain separate.

Assassinate PM claim: They were desires but no plan for execution, says IGP

Assassinate PM claim: They were desires but no plan for execution, says IGP

The police chief stresses that such threats are a common desire among pro-Islamic State affiliates.
Ku Li explains why he refused to sign SD backing Muhyiddin

Ku Li explains why he refused to sign SD backing Muhyiddin

He says Muhyiddin's support should be tested in Parliament.
YOURSAY | Few Harapan supporters have forgotten Dr M’s treachery

YOURSAY | Few Harapan supporters have forgotten Dr M’s treachery

‘It was the nonagenarian’s ego that brought down Harapan.’
COMMENT | Who has the political vision in the PM sweepstakes?

COMMENT | Who has the political vision in the PM sweepstakes?

Vision-wise, Umno's No 2 has the edge over Dr M, Anwar and Muhyiddin.

After Sabah setback, Warisan looks westward

After Sabah setback, Warisan looks westward

Recent events suggest that the party is setting sights on a bigger prize.