Archive - 6 April 2021

Social activities in Sarawak must be reported to district office

Social activities in Sarawak must be reported to district office

This is effective immediately following the high number of Covid-19 local transmissions due to such activities.
EMCO in three villages in Terengganu, one in Sabah from tomorrow

EMCO in three villages in Terengganu, one in Sabah from tomorrow

This is due to an increase in the number of Covid-19 cases in the areas.

Transport Ministry confident Selangor will cooperate on ECRL 3.0

Transport Ministry confident Selangor will cooperate on ECRL 3.0

The mega project cannot afford any more delays, says Wee Ka Siong.
Najib decries 'persecution', vows to fight bankruptcy notice

Najib decries 'persecution', vows to fight bankruptcy notice

'I will not bow to individuals who abused the law to oppress me,' says the former prime minister.
Anwar questions Ambank's fundraising exercise, fears 1MDB link

Anwar questions Ambank's fundraising exercise, fears 1MDB link

The timing and the involvement of particular parties raise concerns about governance and transparency, says the opposition leader.
Some businesses providing 'dubious' hand sanitisers to customers

Some businesses providing 'dubious' hand sanitisers to customers

Selangor MCA finds some bottles contained soap water or diluted alcohol, and many are not registered with the NPRA.

'Viral police notice on interstate travel was not meant for public'

'Viral police notice on interstate travel was not meant for public'

Cheras OCPD says it was just a verbal reminder to his officers so they won't be blamed when travellers abuse police permission.

Putrajaya reviewing takeover of Gamuda's highways

Putrajaya reviewing takeover of Gamuda's highways

Works Minister Fadillah Yusof says govt didn't proceed with Harapan's plan due to financial constraints.

Factbox: Some countries limit AstraZeneca vaccine use amid concern over blood clots

Factbox: Some countries limit AstraZeneca vaccine use amid concern over blood clots

The European Medicines Agency and the World Health Organization have said the benefits outweigh the risks.
Malaysia to continue using Astrazeneca vaccine - health minister

Malaysia to continue using Astrazeneca vaccine - health minister

Available clinical data still points to benefits rather than harms says Dr Adham Baba.

Two Malacca schools closed due to Covid-19 cases

Two Malacca schools closed due to Covid-19 cases

The two schools are SK Jeram and SK Pengkalan Balak.

Zahidi: Orang Asli community should not be sidelined in Covid-19 vaccination

Zahidi: Orang Asli community should not be sidelined in Covid-19 vaccination

The lack of facilities such as internet access in their settlements is not an excuse for them to be left out, says the deputy minister.
'Unreliable' testimony should've sunk SRC case against Najib, court told

'Unreliable' testimony should've sunk SRC case against Najib, court told

The testimony is at best incredible and at worst completely unreliable, says Muhammad Shafee Abdullah.

Najib served with bankruptcy notice by IRB

Najib served with bankruptcy notice by IRB

UPDATED 7.06PM | This is over the RM1.7 billion taxes that the agency was seeking from the former PM.

NUJ aids journalists' move to digital media through re-skilling fund

NUJ aids journalists' move to digital media through re-skilling fund

The fund aims to raise RM100k for NUJ members to improve employability.

Umno info chief: Budget should go to govt agencies rather than elected reps

Umno info chief: Budget should go to govt agencies rather than elected reps

Elected reps should instead play the role of facilitating the process, says Shahril Hamdan.

COMMENT | Pointing fingers over Hindu temple land ownership issue

COMMENT | Pointing fingers over Hindu temple land ownership issue

Despite having various options, nothing was done, unfortunately.

Covid-19 (April 6): 1,300 new cases, death toll hits 1,300

Covid-19 (April 6): 1,300 new cases, death toll hits 1,300

An outbreak of Covid-19 occurs in Tawau, Sabah.

Govt reviews policies, investment strategy for high-impact projects

Govt reviews policies, investment strategy for high-impact projects

Azmin says this is to expedite the implementation of such projects.

PLKS: Datuk among 5 held for hacking into Immigration Dept database

PLKS: Datuk among 5 held for hacking into Immigration Dept database

Two computer cloning system software and a transmitter were also seized in the large-scale operation.
Global Covid-19 death toll surpasses 3m amid new infections resurgence

Global Covid-19 death toll surpasses 3m amid new infections resurgence

Worldwide Covid-19 deaths are rising once again, especially in Brazil and India.
S Korea flags possible vaccine export curbs to secure Covid-19 shots

S Korea flags possible vaccine export curbs to secure Covid-19 shots

Officials say all options are on the table when asked about vaccines destined for the Covax facility.

Zahid must step down for party's survival - Simpang Renggam Umno chief

Zahid must step down for party's survival - Simpang Renggam Umno chief

Current party leadership a liability for general election, says Zakaria Dullah.

Farmers say proposed seed quality bill brings more harm than good

Farmers say proposed seed quality bill brings more harm than good

They urge the Agriculture and Food Industry Ministry to promote and protect biodiversity instead.

Recall elections to prevent party-hopping - Umno, DAP reps agree

Recall elections to prevent party-hopping - Umno, DAP reps agree

In terms of recall elections, we are fully onboard, says Shahril Hamdan.

LETTER | More awareness needed on cervical cancer screening

LETTER | More awareness needed on cervical cancer screening

The road to the successful elimination of cervical cancer starts with women themselves.

PN Youth rejects political domination

PN Youth rejects political domination

Muhammad Hilman Idham welcomes GPS and MIC's support of PN.

Miros, DOSH launch work-related road safety programme

Miros, DOSH launch work-related road safety programme

Programme to promote occupational safety culture at workplace and road accident risks involving workers.

After Ziana Zain opens up on gossip, Najib trains sight on pro-Harapan bloggers

After Ziana Zain opens up on gossip, Najib trains sight on pro-Harapan bloggers

Singer-actress debunks past claims of a 'scandal' between her and a VIP, which was linked to Najib.

Jobless man jailed 8 months for impersonating deputy minister's special officer

Jobless man jailed 8 months for impersonating deputy minister's special officer

He attempted to cheat a production company by claiming he could obtain a film grant.

Chart your courses carefully, MIC and MCA warned

Chart your courses carefully, MIC and MCA warned

Do not - for the sake of one or two seats - find a new partner to depend on, says Puad Zarkashi.

'Project tender cartel': MACC nabs senior govt officer

'Project tender cartel': MACC nabs senior govt officer

Source says the person believed to have received RM1.2 million in bribes.

OPPO FindX3 Pro 5G- A Solemn Competitor for Galaxys and iPhone

OPPO FindX3 Pro 5G- A Solemn Competitor for Galaxys and iPhone

OPPO has been introducing an impressive lineup of devices in a short period of time.

Sri Lanka bans palm oil imports, tells producers to uproot plantations

Sri Lanka bans palm oil imports, tells producers to uproot plantations

Sri Lanka imports 200,000 tonnes of palm oil a year, mainly from Indonesia and Malaysia, traders estimate.

Prioritise teachers for Covid-19 vaccine, say opposition reps

Prioritise teachers for Covid-19 vaccine, say opposition reps

Ex-education minister says teachers are at forefront of caring for children.

UEM Sunrise celebrates Residensi Solaris Parq in a Topping Out Ceremony

UEM Sunrise celebrates Residensi Solaris Parq in a Topping Out Ceremony

UEM Sunrise further adds to the Dutamas skyline with the topping out ceremony of the Residensi Solaris Parq, a milestone in the 18.76-acre mixed development masterplan of Solaris Parq.
Court tells Najib's lawyer to be polite when describing judge in SRC case

Court tells Najib's lawyer to be polite when describing judge in SRC case

Judge Karim tells Shafee not to use words like 'incompetent' and 'poisoned'.

After Biden's snub, Guan Eng says Tuan Ibrahim's 'green' credentials in question

After Biden's snub, Guan Eng says Tuan Ibrahim's 'green' credentials in question

DAP sec-gen wants environment minister to explain why Malaysia allegedly seen as inferior to Vietnam in environmental policies.
Patriot: Revoke honorifics of those convicted of crimes

Patriot: Revoke honorifics of those convicted of crimes

These people have dishonoured the titles bestowed upon them, says its president Arshad Raji.

NSFOCUS 2020 DDoS Attack Landscape Report Warns of New Threat Vectors

NSFOCUS 2020 DDoS Attack Landscape Report Warns of New Threat Vectors

Company world-renowned as being an industry leader in network and cybersecurity solutions

US vaccine diplomacy - 'we hear you, we’re moving as fast as possible'

US vaccine diplomacy - 'we hear you, we’re moving as fast as possible'

Biden administration names coordinator for US vaccine diplomacy worldwide.

M'sia should heed UN's call to suspend 'fake news' ordinance, says professor

M'sia should heed UN's call to suspend 'fake news' ordinance, says professor

UN sent a letter to the govt stating the ordinance severely affects freedom of expression in Malaysia.

Private hospitals keen to assist in Covid-19 vaccine registration

Private hospitals keen to assist in Covid-19 vaccine registration

APHM president says his association has proposed to start doing so almost immediately.

ADUN SPEAKS | Absence of manpower planning

ADUN SPEAKS | Absence of manpower planning

The lack of this suggests dependence on foreign workers.

COMMENT | Hisham's 'big brother' remark highlights void in ideology

COMMENT | Hisham's 'big brother' remark highlights void in ideology

Foreign minister's faux pas is useful if it calls attention to a troubling void.
Tok Pa's statement an insult to graduates - youths

Tok Pa's statement an insult to graduates - youths

Minister should be working towards improving economic situation, says Belia Harmoni Malaysia president.

'Stay out of politics,' Republican leader McConnell tells US CEOs, warns of 'consequences'

'Stay out of politics,' Republican leader McConnell tells US CEOs, warns of 'consequences'

Corporate America objects to new voting law in Georgia to strengthen identification requirements for absentee ballots.

Putin signs law that could keep him in Kremlin until 2036

Putin signs law that could keep him in Kremlin until 2036

The legislation allows him to run for two more six-year terms once his current stint ends in 2024
New Zealand could open border with Australia from end of this week

New Zealand could open border with Australia from end of this week

The so-called ‘travel bubble’ would restrict travellers from certain areas in the event of an outbreak.
YOURSAY | Big brother controversy – optics not good for Malaysia

YOURSAY | Big brother controversy – optics not good for Malaysia

'The principle of sovereignty requires dealing with each other as equals.'

We can prove ourselves in spite of ridicule, says Bersatu deputy president

We can prove ourselves in spite of ridicule, says Bersatu deputy president

Bersatu members, Ahmad Faizal adds, should remain committed to championing the plight of the people.

COMMENT | Communists and Stalin favoured to win in the lands of my ancestors

COMMENT | Communists and Stalin favoured to win in the lands of my ancestors

Hundreds of millions vote in India’s state elections – but Modi’s BJP is not a major factor in the deep south.

Drugs from cow dung fungi now popular in clubs, parties: Cops

Drugs from cow dung fungi now popular in clubs, parties: Cops

The drugs, mostly in liquid form and with mushroom also used, are mixed into drinks during wild parties.

Friction in BN

Friction in BN

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