Archive - 29 March 2021

ECRL postponement: Govt suffers RM1.25m losses a day - Mohd Zuki

ECRL postponement: Govt suffers RM1.25m losses a day - Mohd Zuki

MRL has given all the explanations related to ECRL, no reason for S'gor govt to delay, says the MRL chairperson.

Time to review interdistrict travel for second dose recipients - S'wak assistant minister

Time to review interdistrict travel for second dose recipients - S'wak assistant minister

Decision on travel restriction influenced by number of Covid-19 and vaccine recipients, says Dr Annuar Rapaee.

Umno ministers meet PM at Perdana Putra

Umno ministers meet PM at Perdana Putra

Among those seen leaving the building are Ismail Sabri Yaakob, Dr Adham Baba and Shamsul Anuar Nasarah.

US may now seize Top Glove products after forced labour Finding issued

US may now seize Top Glove products after forced labour Finding issued

In July 2020, US CBP issued withholding order that denied entry to Top Glove products.

Stop intimidating Undi18 protestors, Bersih tells cops

Stop intimidating Undi18 protestors, Bersih tells cops

Police must respect the people's freedom to express their demands, says the electoral reform group.

Amid Umno's push to quit PN govt, MCA reminds need for collective decision

Amid Umno's push to quit PN govt, MCA reminds need for collective decision

Umno's BN partners MCA, MIC and PBRS yet to make their position clear.

Pejuang still not registered despite amending party constitution - court filing

Pejuang still not registered despite amending party constitution - court filing

Pejuang going to court for second time to compel home minister and ROS to register it as a political party.

Umno open to working with any party after GE15 - Tajuddin

Umno open to working with any party after GE15 - Tajuddin

He says for now the party decided not to discuss with PKR, DAP and Bersatu the possibility of cooperating.

Teen lockup rape: Lawyers told to choose party to represent

Teen lockup rape: Lawyers told to choose party to represent

Prosecution says conflict of interest if lawyers represent both rape suspect and two police personnel charged with negligence.

Umno likely to gain from impending divorce from Bersatu, analysts say

Umno likely to gain from impending divorce from Bersatu, analysts say

The organisation of Umno and Bersatu grassroots is vastly different - Prof Azmi Hassan.

Umno's stand on post-election coalition among unanswered questions - MIC

Umno's stand on post-election coalition among unanswered questions - MIC

Umno says no Bersatu, DAP, Anwar before election, but what about post-election, asks SA Vigneswaran.

PM: Community must play role as frontliners to tackle Covid-19

PM: Community must play role as frontliners to tackle Covid-19

COVID-19 | Until vaccine could reach the stipulated target, he says the country would continue to face a tough period.

Private hospitals can start negotiations for Covid-19 vaccines - Khairy

Private hospitals can start negotiations for Covid-19 vaccines - Khairy

Vaccine delivery to private markets will most likely be made in the third quarter of this year at the earliest.

MIC chief: We can't do battle without a captain, who will be our PM candidate?

MIC chief: We can't do battle without a captain, who will be our PM candidate?

Like Umno, Vigneswaran says, MIC and MCA will make their own decisions on working with Bersatu.
M'sia pays S'pore RM320m for terminating HSR project

M'sia pays S'pore RM320m for terminating HSR project

Putrajaya says pandemic-hit economy can't handle the project.

Jo Ghani gave half-truth on FDI to undermine PN govt, claims Azmin's aide

Jo Ghani gave half-truth on FDI to undermine PN govt, claims Azmin's aide

Don't deny all efforts by the govt to revive the country's investment performance, says Dr Afif Bahardin.

Corruption trial of ex-aide to former tourism minister to begin on Oct 1

Corruption trial of ex-aide to former tourism minister to begin on Oct 1

The accused is alleged to have accepted bribes amounting to over RM3 million.

Court dismisses Air Kelantan's defamation suit against Husam

Court dismisses Air Kelantan's defamation suit against Husam

The ex-Amanah veep had questioned the company over a water scheme project.

Zaid: Future of Malays in hands of women, not 'politically polygamous' men

Zaid: Future of Malays in hands of women, not 'politically polygamous' men

Umno assembly demonstrated politicians crave power and personal survival, says former law minister.

Kit Siang: Most OIC countries have Undi18, so what is Hadi's excuse?

Kit Siang: Most OIC countries have Undi18, so what is Hadi's excuse?

The DAP veteran leader says Hadi's vote for Undi18 in 2019 was not sincere.

Citing complacency, Kelantan MB vows to lay down the law

Citing complacency, Kelantan MB vows to lay down the law

Ahmad Yakob is worried about the surge in Covid-19 cases in the state.

Vivocom marks its successful completion of its 45% equity interest this March

Vivocom marks its successful completion of its 45% equity interest this March

The 29th of March 2021 marks the completion of the multiple corporate proposals undertaken by Vivocom Int’l Holdings Berhad ("Group" or "Company").

Covid-19 (March 29): New cases fall below 1,000

Covid-19 (March 29): New cases fall below 1,000

New cases in Selangor have been under the 300 mark for three days straight.

LETTER | Make MySejahtera official app for Covid-19 test result certification

LETTER | Make MySejahtera official app for Covid-19 test result certification

This will be most practical as one of the app's main features is to provide the user's most up-to-date Covid-19 exposure status.
NGOs submit memo to EC over Undi18 delay

NGOs submit memo to EC over Undi18 delay

The group wants the electoral body to implement the approved policy by July.

Srikandi stands firm behind Muhyiddin, prepared to contest all seats in GE15

Srikandi stands firm behind Muhyiddin, prepared to contest all seats in GE15

Bersatu Srikandi will continue upholding the party’s principles of prioritising unity and harmony, says Rina Harun.
Police get apology from Uncle Kentang on RM10k compound issue

Police get apology from Uncle Kentang on RM10k compound issue

This is over Kuan Chee Heng's posting on Facebook which turned out to be false.

Umno couldn't have no knowledge of monies from 1MDB, court hears

Umno couldn't have no knowledge of monies from 1MDB, court hears

The DPP contends based on the money trail, the party and its politicians are the main beneficiaries.

Phase 2 of Covid-19 vaccination to commence April 19 - Khairy

Phase 2 of Covid-19 vaccination to commence April 19 - Khairy

UPDATED 6.05PM | Recipients will be notified of vaccination appointment from April 5.

Multiple ministers' alleged SOP breach: Cops to call Seremban wedding organiser

Multiple ministers' alleged SOP breach: Cops to call Seremban wedding organiser

Four ministers and a deputy minister allegedly crossed state lines to attend a wedding on March 14.

Penang CM: Lawmakers may defect, but voters will not be punished

Penang CM: Lawmakers may defect, but voters will not be punished

Harapan voters will continue to enjoy the benefits of their choice even if their lawmaker defects, says Chow Kon Yeow.

Be prepared to renegotiate federal set-up, Upko leaders tell Umno

Be prepared to renegotiate federal set-up, Upko leaders tell Umno

They were responding to Umno president's pledge to push for amendments to strengthen syariah law.

Thousands flee to Thailand after Myanmar army's air strikes on villages

Thousands flee to Thailand after Myanmar army's air strikes on villages

'At the moment, villagers are hiding in the jungle as more than 3,000 crossed to Thailand,' says an activist group.

Allah issue: Second discussion will be in two weeks - minister

Allah issue: Second discussion will be in two weeks - minister

Discussion will involve akidah and legal experts from Jakim, says Zulkifli Mohamad.

COMMENT | M'sia complied with rule of law in extraditing North Korean

COMMENT | M'sia complied with rule of law in extraditing North Korean

This is based on the extradition treaty signed with the US.

COMMENT | Does public need to know? Media's role in reporting pandemic

COMMENT | Does public need to know? Media's role in reporting pandemic

Without enough reliable media, people seek information from less reputable sources.

LETTER | A lesson on keeping the faith during the pandemic

LETTER | A lesson on keeping the faith during the pandemic

'More than financial aid, Geran Khas Prihatin was a morale booster.'

Cops to quiz 11 Undi18 protest organisers, participants tomorrow

Cops to quiz 11 Undi18 protest organisers, participants tomorrow

The protest was held in front of Parliament two days ago.

MP SPEAKS | How to prevent M'sia from turning into 'Sick man of Southeast Asia'

MP SPEAKS | How to prevent M'sia from turning into 'Sick man of Southeast Asia'

The country urgently needs strong doses of medicine to attract FDI back.

Four opposition reps boycott meeting with Penang exco over allocation dispute

Four opposition reps boycott meeting with Penang exco over allocation dispute

Ramasamy says constituents still got the funds through 'Adun angkat' programme.

Stranded at sea, coronavirus takes toll on mental health of sailors

Stranded at sea, coronavirus takes toll on mental health of sailors

Planning to go home, maybe see a young child the first time in months, then it is taken away from you. - Ritesh Mehra

Wastewater is not a waste! It’s a valuable resource and commodity.

Wastewater is not a waste! It’s a valuable resource and commodity.

According to a World Bank report, about 80% of the world’s wastewater is released into the environment without adequate treatment.

China warns companies against politicising actions regarding Xinjiang

China warns companies against politicising actions regarding Xinjiang

UPDATED 1.50PM | 'Can H&M continue to make money in the Chinese market? Not any more.' - Xu Guixiang

Man who allegedly assaulted ex-Air Putih rep to be charged in court

Man who allegedly assaulted ex-Air Putih rep to be charged in court

Police say the victim suffered a fracture to his lower back.

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Chinese digital art mocks Western criticism of labour conditions in Xinjiang

Chinese digital art mocks Western criticism of labour conditions in Xinjiang

It shows two figures with white pointed hoods interviewing a scarecrow in a field of cotton and Black slaves.

Five injured, hundreds evacuated after massive blaze at Indonesia oil refinery

Five injured, hundreds evacuated after massive blaze at Indonesia oil refinery

The refinery, which can process 125,000 barrels per day, broke out during bad weather, says a Pertamina spokesperson.
Water dispute: Kedah, Penang must come to an agreement - CAKE

Water dispute: Kedah, Penang must come to an agreement - CAKE

Both parties have their own stand, but a win-win situation can be achieved if the welfare of the people is given priority.

Canada charges man with murder after fatal stabbing at library

Canada charges man with murder after fatal stabbing at library

Six others wounded in the stabbing incident.

MP SPEAKS | Why no U-turn on harsh RM10k fines for MCO violators?

MP SPEAKS | Why no U-turn on harsh RM10k fines for MCO violators?

They should face action similar to cases involving motorcyclists with loud exhausts as announced by the transport minister.

Sarawak DAP chief blasts GPS, saying it has gone from kingmaker to 'kingbeggar'

Sarawak DAP chief blasts GPS, saying it has gone from kingmaker to 'kingbeggar'

Chong takes state ruling coalition to task over Covid-19 vaccines, Allah word usage and Undi18.

Umno had to work with 'dwarf' party to keep DAP out of govt - Ahmad Jazlan

Umno had to work with 'dwarf' party to keep DAP out of govt - Ahmad Jazlan

He credits Umno president Ahmad Zahid for rallying support from the party lawmakers to form the PN government.

LETTER | Lowering voting age a sign of democratic maturity

LETTER | Lowering voting age a sign of democratic maturity

Let our youths’ voices be heard, let our youths vote.
North Korea accuses UN Security Council of double standards over missile tests

North Korea accuses UN Security Council of double standards over missile tests

The US has called for imposing additional sanctions and tightening the implementation of existing measures.
Official: US Covid death toll would be substantially lower with earlier action from Trump

Official: US Covid death toll would be substantially lower with earlier action from Trump

Trump had downplayed the outbreak in its early stages, resisted mitigation efforts and criticised harsh lockdown measures.
Troops fire at funeral as Myanmar mourns bloodiest day since coup

Troops fire at funeral as Myanmar mourns bloodiest day since coup

Mourners fled the shooting at a service for 20-year-old student Thae Maung Maung in Bago.
Mother uses machete to prevent drug enforcers from nabbing sons

Mother uses machete to prevent drug enforcers from nabbing sons

The two, aged 18 and 20, tried to climb to the roof of the house to escape but were later arrested.

Umno sends a clear signal for 'clean break' with Bersatu

Umno sends a clear signal for 'clean break' with Bersatu

The nation's biggest Malay party, which has 3.35 million members, wants to rise again and lead the country.

YOURSAY | Sabah, Sarawak must wake up to reality of PAS' agenda

YOURSAY | Sabah, Sarawak must wake up to reality of PAS' agenda

'All PAS apologists in Sabah and Sarawak had better watch out as well.'

Umno to quit

Umno to quit

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