Archive - 30 March 2021

Holding Umno polls before GE15 can split party - Najib

Holding Umno polls before GE15 can split party - Najib

Other parties may steal losers from party polls, says former PM.

Consider rakyat before setting date to resign from govt posts - Umno info chief

Consider rakyat before setting date to resign from govt posts - Umno info chief

Shahril Hamdan asks Umno's cabinet ministers to consider people's interests.

IGP calls out 'traitors' in blue, 34 officers linked to 'Geng Nicky'

IGP calls out 'traitors' in blue, 34 officers linked to 'Geng Nicky'

I am fed up and enough warning has been given to them, says Abdul Hamid Bador.

Penang to seek NSC permission to hold state assembly meeting

Penang to seek NSC permission to hold state assembly meeting

Meeting can be called through recommendation of state governor to Agong, says Chow Kon Yeow.

US plastic waste let into country after passing new UN test

US plastic waste let into country after passing new UN test

New UN treaty bans trade in contaminated plastics.

Google Maps to start directing drivers to 'eco-friendly' routes

Google Maps to start directing drivers to 'eco-friendly' routes

'For around half of routes, we find more eco-friendly option with minimal or no time-cost tradeoff.'

Warisan is no Mahathir puppet, says party sec-gen

Warisan is no Mahathir puppet, says party sec-gen

Warisan president's good relations with Mahathir don't mean we are controlled, says Loretto Padua Jr.

Import ban on Top Glove products tarnishes country's image - minister

Import ban on Top Glove products tarnishes country's image - minister

I will not compromise with any party that abuses workers - M Saravanan.

LETTER | Please review and revise double standard SOPs

LETTER | Please review and revise double standard SOPs

Social distancing for the theatre but not for public transportation.

Johor govt can collapse anytime if our reps pull support, Bersatu leader warns

Johor govt can collapse anytime if our reps pull support, Bersatu leader warns

If any two of our reps feel disappointed with the MB, the state govt may fall anytime - Md Nasir Hashim.

Vaccinated travellers not exempt from mandatory quarantine - Health DG

Vaccinated travellers not exempt from mandatory quarantine - Health DG

COVID-19 | Noor Hisham says more information was required to determine the effectiveness of vaccination.

Suke construction halted until safety audit report ready

Suke construction halted until safety audit report ready

Work can only restart when we are satisfied all safety aspects at site are met - Fadillah Yusof.

Govt to revoke 'work-from-home' mandate effective April 1

Govt to revoke 'work-from-home' mandate effective April 1

UPDATED 8.15PM | Work-from-home order implemented by govt last October.

Taman Rimba Kiara: Federal court fix June 14 to hear application by DBKL, others

Taman Rimba Kiara: Federal court fix June 14 to hear application by DBKL, others

Case pertains to the proposed development of a high-rise residential project in the park.

Deepak seeks court order over land in alleged conspiracy

Deepak seeks court order over land in alleged conspiracy

He files a motion targeting Boustead Holdings Bhd and its subsidiary Bakti Wira Development Sdn Bhd.

Undi18 protest: Eight questioned by police today

Undi18 protest: Eight questioned by police today

More are expected to be called in soon, says Muda pro-tem sec-gen Amir Abdul Hadi.

Covid-19 restrictions extended, interstate travel still not allowed

Covid-19 restrictions extended, interstate travel still not allowed

UPDATED 7.51PM | Defence Minister says some states showing unstable trends or even an increase in cases.

MP SPEAKS | We must prepare for review of NEP to restart nation-building policy

MP SPEAKS | We must prepare for review of NEP to restart nation-building policy

'We must be courageous to learn from the mistakes and setbacks of the past.'

LETTER | New discourse on zakat management needed

LETTER | New discourse on zakat management needed

When managed properly, zakat has the potential to help achieve national development goals.

Covid-19 probably passed from bats, further studies required - WHO report

Covid-19 probably passed from bats, further studies required - WHO report

The possibility of a laboratory leak is deemed 'extremely unlikely'.

LETTER | Transgender Day of Visibility - think about the invisible

LETTER | Transgender Day of Visibility - think about the invisible

Don’t get me wrong - this letter isn’t meant to ask you to support transgender people.
MIC veep skewers 'arrogant' Umno, emphasises mutual respect

MIC veep skewers 'arrogant' Umno, emphasises mutual respect

Call for Umno to contest Sg Siput seat stirs hornet's nest and Sivarraajh offers a stinging response.

Covid-19 (March 30): 1,133 new cases, back to four digits

Covid-19 (March 30): 1,133 new cases, back to four digits

Selangor reported the highest number followed by Penang and Sarawak.

COMMENT | The steamy, spicy 'pau' served at Umno’s PAU

COMMENT | The steamy, spicy 'pau' served at Umno’s PAU

This year’s Umno AGM adds even more twists to these buns in a full-blown drama.

ECRL implementation not politically motivated - Wee

ECRL implementation not politically motivated - Wee

It is based on economic interests and technical issues, says the transport minister.
Umno ministers, deputies to remain with PN administration until Aug

Umno ministers, deputies to remain with PN administration until Aug

This comes after Umno ministers met Muhyiddin at his official residence in Putrajaya yesterday.

COMMENT | Umno alone

COMMENT | Umno alone

The party is arguably the most fragmented it has been in the party’s history.

Umno must hold party polls to settle 'internal chaos' before GE15 - Khairy

Umno must hold party polls to settle 'internal chaos' before GE15 - Khairy

The minister says a clear mandate is needed by the leadership.

China approves sweeping electoral shake-up for Hong Kong, demands loyalty

China approves sweeping electoral shake-up for Hong Kong, demands loyalty

Chinese authorities say changes to ensure on 'patriots' run the city.

DAP national congress on June 20 - Loke

DAP national congress on June 20 - Loke

The congress will be held at three locations simultaneously - Shah Alam, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

Hindraf can settle upkeep costs after court allows temporary stay application

Hindraf can settle upkeep costs after court allows temporary stay application

'The effect of today’s ruling is as if the society has not been struck off, until disposal of the legal action,' says the group's counsel.
Top Glove to obtain clarity on seized gloves at US ports

Top Glove to obtain clarity on seized gloves at US ports

US CBP has directed its personnel at all US ports of entry to begin seizing disposable gloves produced by Top Glove.

Many keen to invest in Langkawi - Dr M

Many keen to invest in Langkawi - Dr M

Island continues to attract investors despite country still battling Covid-19, says the former PM.

Dr M 'puzzled' by EC's decision to postpone Undi18

Dr M 'puzzled' by EC's decision to postpone Undi18

He questions the difficulties faced by EC in this era of Big Data.

Services sector reform crucial for Malaysia - World Bank

Services sector reform crucial for Malaysia - World Bank

Some restrictions imposed by the authorities need to be reviewed to attract more trade and investment, it says.

Private hospitals group hoping to accelerate vaccine procurement process

Private hospitals group hoping to accelerate vaccine procurement process

Dr Kuljit Singh says faster approvals and planning could see private vaccination by mid-year.

Legal action filed over ban of book 'Gay is Okay!'

Legal action filed over ban of book 'Gay is Okay!'

Kuala Lumpur High Court grants publisher and author leave for judicial review to contest the ban.

Anwar downplays Zahid's 'no Bersatu, no Anwar, no DAP' call

Anwar downplays Zahid's 'no Bersatu, no Anwar, no DAP' call

This comes after Zahid maintained the stance of no cooperation with Anwar during the recent Umno AGM.

New oil and gas discovery at offshore Block SK405B off Miri - Petronas

New oil and gas discovery at offshore Block SK405B off Miri - Petronas

Petronas Carigali Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Petronas, holds 15 percent participating interest in the exploration block.

Thriving for a better tomorrow with the E-Nation Series 1: Innovative leadership by design

Thriving for a better tomorrow with the E-Nation Series 1: Innovative leadership by design

E-Nation 2021, to be held this 31st of March, brings together innovative minds with a common purpose, to convert impact driven concepts into actions, to shake up the status quo, and to enrich societies through positive and innovative discussions.
Sabah Bersatu welcomes Bung's statement on continuing cooperation

Sabah Bersatu welcomes Bung's statement on continuing cooperation

Info chief Khairul Firdaus responds positively to Umno man's pledge to keep working with GRS.

ESSCom still relevant for people of sabah

ESSCom still relevant for people of sabah

Since ESSCom was established eight years ago, the people in Sabah are seemed to be feeling safer, says its CEO.
Delaying Undi18 only distances youth from politics - Abim

Delaying Undi18 only distances youth from politics - Abim

Youth of Malaysia ready to practice their democratic rights, says Abim president.

Myanmar death toll tops 500 as protesters continue to defy junta's forces

Myanmar death toll tops 500 as protesters continue to defy junta's forces

At least 510 civilians were killed in nearly two months of junta's efforts to stop protests against its Feb 1 coup.
ADUN SPEAKS | Umno severing ties with Bersatu?

ADUN SPEAKS | Umno severing ties with Bersatu?

'Umno being Umno with all its crass opportunism, nothing is certain.'

PAS needs to exit PN, says political analyst

PAS needs to exit PN, says political analyst

Its strategy to stay in PN but being friendly with Umno via Muafakat does not work.

Turning 75, RTM moves to cope with digital media demands

Turning 75, RTM moves to cope with digital media demands

The national broadcaster is determined to stay relevant by migrating to the new media.

Test of US justice - George Floyd murder trial begins

Test of US justice - George Floyd murder trial begins

Prosecutor: Ex-policeman Derek Chauvin betrayed his badge by 'grinding' his knee into Floyd's neck.

MIC should make way for Umno in Sungai Siput, says local Puteri chief

MIC should make way for Umno in Sungai Siput, says local Puteri chief

It was once an MIC stronghold under Sambanthan and Samy Vellu, but has seen three consecutive losses.

Pfizer, Moderna vaccines highly effective after first shot in real-world use - US study

Pfizer, Moderna vaccines highly effective after first shot in real-world use - US study

Tests help confirm the vaccines also protect against asymptomatic infections.
Thai anti-government protesters defy police threat of arrests

Thai anti-government protesters defy police threat of arrests

This comes after Thai police arrest more than 100 demonstrators on Sunday for breaching Covid-19 regulations.

PSM disputes K'tan's claim Nenggiri dam will lead to cheaper electricity

PSM disputes K'tan's claim Nenggiri dam will lead to cheaper electricity

Nenggiri Dam will only enrich the crony capitalists by burdening the people, it says.

YOURSAY | EC must obey the law set by Parliament, period

YOURSAY | EC must obey the law set by Parliament, period

‘What a lame excuse to blame MCO for Undi18 delay.’
MP SPEAKS | High Court's bold decision on the use of 'Allah'

MP SPEAKS | High Court's bold decision on the use of 'Allah'

'The right of Christian adherents to use 'Allah' in their religious practices is protected by the constitution.'

Canada pauses AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine use for those under 55

Canada pauses AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine use for those under 55

Its health officials want to see a new analysis of the shot's benefits and risks based on age and gender.

Hadi's advice to Umno: Don’t play rough and cause a split

Hadi's advice to Umno: Don’t play rough and cause a split

The problem is that there is disunity among Muslims, says the PAS president.

Adib's death: Lawyer calls AG to give 'complete and transparent' explanation

Adib's death: Lawyer calls AG to give 'complete and transparent' explanation

It has been over a month since Idrus reportedly promised to come up with a decision on the 2019 case.

Traffic in Suez Canal resumes after stranded ship refloated

Traffic in Suez Canal resumes after stranded ship refloated

Shipping traffic through Egypt’s Suez Canal resumed yesterday.

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