Archive - 14 April 2021

Ramadan bazaars: Local authorities to issue compounds for SOP non-compliance

Ramadan bazaars: Local authorities to issue compounds for SOP non-compliance

Photos, videos of SOP non-compliance at Ramadan bazaars went viral yesterday.

Closure of online feminist groups in China sparks call for women to 'stick together'

Closure of online feminist groups in China sparks call for women to 'stick together'

Online forum Douban allegedly closed the groups for extremism, radical political views and ideological content.

PM reminds Ramadan bazaar visitors to adhere to SOPs

PM reminds Ramadan bazaar visitors to adhere to SOPs

Muhyiddin reminds the public that all parties need to take precautions to ensure their safety and of those around them.

Low registration for Covid-19 vaccination in N Sembilan due to poor internet coverage

Low registration for Covid-19 vaccination in N Sembilan due to poor internet coverage

Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun says many of the areas consist of Orang Asli villages.

115 temples, shrines in Kuala Lumpur built illegally - Santhara

115 temples, shrines in Kuala Lumpur built illegally - Santhara

He says eight cases were granted occupation offer letter and the remaining offered alternative sites.

Wife of former Sarawak governor dies

Wife of former Sarawak governor dies

Toh Puan Norkiah, wife to former S'wak governor Abang Muhammad Salahuddin Abang Barieng, passed away today.

Heavy rain, thunderstorm almost every evening not extreme weather condition - MetMalaysia

Heavy rain, thunderstorm almost every evening not extreme weather condition - MetMalaysia

Country currently going through the monsoon transition phase, says MetMalaysia DG Jailan Simon.

Sabah to have sovereign rights on Sipadan, Ligitan - Ongkili

Sabah to have sovereign rights on Sipadan, Ligitan - Ongkili

The exception is security control, which will still be under the purview of the federal government, he says.

Petrol, diesel prices remain unchanged until April 21

Petrol, diesel prices remain unchanged until April 21

Price of RON95, RON97 are RM2.05 and RM2.54 per litre, respectively.

Logging firms withdraw application to cite villagers, lawyer for contempt

Logging firms withdraw application to cite villagers, lawyer for contempt

The companies are suing the villagers for online accusations against them concerning their logging activities.

MOH finds 8 more local cases of Covid-19 variant 'of concern'

MOH finds 8 more local cases of Covid-19 variant 'of concern'

The B.1.351 makes some vaccines less effective, but it is not the prevalent variant in the country.

It's back to an MCO for Kelantan

It's back to an MCO for Kelantan

The MCO restrictions take effect from April 16 (Friday) and will last until April 29.

LETTER | The Orang Asli are our future

LETTER | The Orang Asli are our future

They will lead us to a better, healthier and happier world for all.

Single mum frets over teenage son on chain remand, thousands spent

Single mum frets over teenage son on chain remand, thousands spent

The 18-year-old teenager is being investigated under Poca, police tell her.

Reveal minister responsible for Icerd, Kit Siang tells Saifuddin

Reveal minister responsible for Icerd, Kit Siang tells Saifuddin

Either he comes clean or he will suffer from trust deficit, says the veteran DAP leader.

US FDA to scrutinise vaccine design behind Covid-19 shots linked to blood clots

US FDA to scrutinise vaccine design behind Covid-19 shots linked to blood clots

Vaccines affected are based on a new technology using adenoviruses.

KVDT2 contractor granted leave to challenge project termination by govt

KVDT2 contractor granted leave to challenge project termination by govt

Dhaya Maju LTAT wants the court to compel the government to execute all documents and agreements.
China's CanSinoBIO says no blood clots reported from its Covid-19 shot

China's CanSinoBIO says no blood clots reported from its Covid-19 shot

This follows concerns over Johnson & Johnson's vaccine which uses similar technology to CanSinoBIO's product.

South Africa says downpayments to J&J, Pfizer not refundable

South Africa says downpayments to J&J, Pfizer not refundable

Its health minister says the country has to navigate difficult and occasionally unreasonable demands from drugmakers.

Umno never restrict young leaders from contesting GE15 - Tajuddin

Umno never restrict young leaders from contesting GE15 - Tajuddin

The Umno election director cites several leaders who have been picked for top government posts at a young age.

Guan Eng demands RM20m in damages from Raja Petra

Guan Eng demands RM20m in damages from Raja Petra

The former finance minister is suing blogger Raja Petra over a series of articles on the Penang undersea tunnel project.

Najib gave evasive answers over SRC funds frozen in Switzerland, DPP submits

Najib gave evasive answers over SRC funds frozen in Switzerland, DPP submits

It showed the ex-PM did not want anyone to get involved in the frozen SRC funds, says V Sithambaram.

MP rebuts Saifuddin's attempts to distance himself from Icerd

MP rebuts Saifuddin's attempts to distance himself from Icerd

Fahmi Fadzil says Pakatan Harapan never discussed ratifying Icerd, contrary to Saifuddin's claims.

Covid-19 (April 14) - 1,889 new cases, highest in 40 days

Covid-19 (April 14) - 1,889 new cases, highest in 40 days

Kelantan, Klang Valley, Sarawak and Sabah report a relatively high number of new Covid-19 cases.

S Korea aims to fight Japan's Fukushima decision in world tribunal

S Korea aims to fight Japan's Fukushima decision in world tribunal

This after Japan unveils plans to release contaminated water into the sea from the nuclear plant.

Cabinet instructs six ministries to study effects of cabotage policy

Cabinet instructs six ministries to study effects of cabotage policy

Global tech giants have repeatedly appealed for foreign ships to be allowed to repair submarine internet cables.

Think-tank: PM's 'no money' claim disingenuous, should spend more, but judiciously

Think-tank: PM's 'no money' claim disingenuous, should spend more, but judiciously

UPDATED 6.55PM | Refsa researcher says the prime minister should not engage in alarmist behaviour.

COMMENT | It's 'dia-mau-kerusi' season again in the DAP

COMMENT | It's 'dia-mau-kerusi' season again in the DAP

We will see again the wrestlers engaged in a slugfest for seats in the upcoming party polls.

Najib had personal interest in SRC since its inception, appeal court hears

Najib had personal interest in SRC since its inception, appeal court hears

DPP submits the interest is shown by the insertion of Najib's role as then PM in SRC's memorandum of association.

Digital Building Ecosystem (2/13): TimeTec Tenant management improves engagement

Digital Building Ecosystem (2/13): TimeTec Tenant management improves engagement

The system should allow tenants to book facilities, make payments, report incidents, register events, request defect repairs, renew car park season passes, invite visitors, poll for an opinion, etc.; all in one App.
Police officers linked to Nicky Liow to be probed under organised crime law

Police officers linked to Nicky Liow to be probed under organised crime law

Disciplinary action is at the bottom of the list, says Johor police chief.

Zaid accuses Hadi of conflating 'majority' with 'integrity'

Zaid accuses Hadi of conflating 'majority' with 'integrity'

The ex-Umno lawmaker gives PAS chief a brief interpretation of what these two terms mean.

After minister's private jet ride, Mujahid relates his more humble trip

After minister's private jet ride, Mujahid relates his more humble trip

Former minister says he only took a commercial flight and his entourage comprised just four people.

Zuraida's 'Bersatu contesting under GPS' causes stir in Sarawak

Zuraida's 'Bersatu contesting under GPS' causes stir in Sarawak

The Bersatu supreme council member's statement gets a frosty reception.

'Where's my vaccine?' - KJ addresses concerns about 'slow' vaccination

'Where's my vaccine?' - KJ addresses concerns about 'slow' vaccination

The minister attributes low vaccine supply to rich countries cornering the market.

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'Lesbian, pondan' - Netizens find more questionable articles on MOH education portal

'Lesbian, pondan' - Netizens find more questionable articles on MOH education portal

One article claims women become lesbian if they prioritise their career and pursue higher education in a female-centric environment.

Could Germany get a Green chancellor? It's within the party's reach

Could Germany get a Green chancellor? It's within the party's reach

Could an author of children’s books or a former trampolinist succeed Angela Merkel as chancellor of Germany?
Glocomp signs strategic partnership with Cybots Alliance APAC

Glocomp signs strategic partnership with Cybots Alliance APAC

Local enterprises are now able to proactively defend against next-generation threats with AI and Machine Learning-based cybersecurity solutions

Jailed Kremlin critic Navalny has difficulty speaking, loses more weight, wife says

Jailed Kremlin critic Navalny has difficulty speaking, loses more weight, wife says

Yulia Navalnaya described his condition after speaking to him by phone through a glass window.
Explainer: How worried should we be about blood clots linked to vaccines?

Explainer: How worried should we be about blood clots linked to vaccines?

US regulators want a pause to J&J Covid-19 vaccine use, while Britain has suggested an alternative to AstraZeneca.

Biden proposes summit with Putin after Russia calls US 'adversary' over Ukraine

Biden proposes summit with Putin after Russia calls US 'adversary' over Ukraine

Russia seized Crimea from Ukraine in 2014 and fighting has increased in recent weeks.

US set to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by Sept 11

US set to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by Sept 11

Significantly, it will not be subject to further conditions, including security or human rights.
COMMENT | If only political funding reform was sexy

COMMENT | If only political funding reform was sexy

‘If we want to fix defections, we have to fix political financing,’ says Hannah Yeoh.
Covid-19 vaccine: Priority for manufacturing, industrial workers in Penang, Selangor

Covid-19 vaccine: Priority for manufacturing, industrial workers in Penang, Selangor

Since these two states have vibrant economic activities contributing to the country’s economy, says Azmin Ali.

Saifuddin: I was not the minister responsible for Icerd

Saifuddin: I was not the minister responsible for Icerd

He says it was then-premier Mahathir who raised it at the UN.

'Govt's approach to climate change issues outlined in MyCAC'

'Govt's approach to climate change issues outlined in MyCAC'

Malaysia plans to make the nation a hub for green economy, services and technology, says the environment minister.

Fear of needles no obstacle for Pandelala to take vaccine jab

Fear of needles no obstacle for Pandelala to take vaccine jab

She confesses to an extreme fear of needles but found it to be a painless experience.

COMMENT | Factual errors and half-truths in our history textbooks

COMMENT | Factual errors and half-truths in our history textbooks

Our young are being taught a consciously selected historical narrative skewed towards Islam and Malay dominance.

YOURSAY | Movement data indicates Covid-19 fourth wave coming

YOURSAY | Movement data indicates Covid-19 fourth wave coming

Why is the infectivity rate still hovering above 1?
Once bitten, twice shy - migrant workers sceptical of vaccination programme

Once bitten, twice shy - migrant workers sceptical of vaccination programme

The workers are wary as the govt had made a similar promise of no arrests last May.

Malaysia's second deadliest Covid-19 cluster ends

Malaysia's second deadliest Covid-19 cluster ends

The Pasai cluster in Sarawak claims 25 lives.

DAP's multiracial future

DAP's multiracial future

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