Archive - 21 April 2021

Search for missing Indonesian submarine finds oil spill

Search for missing Indonesian submarine finds oil spill

Indonesian rescuers are searching for a submarine that went missing with 53 people on board.

College students' RM1,500 compound for SOP violation reduced

College students' RM1,500 compound for SOP violation reduced

They were penalised for not wearing face masks and not physical distancing.

Will SPM 2021 students be let down by govt too, youth activist asks

Will SPM 2021 students be let down by govt too, youth activist asks

One day they're headed to school, another day they're stuck at home, says Nurul Rifayah.

Schools hit by Covid-19 will close for 2 days in new govt directive

Schools hit by Covid-19 will close for 2 days in new govt directive

District health officers to determine if schools can reopen, says Mah Hang Soon.

Syariah 'unnatural sex' charges dropped after Federal Court ruling

Syariah 'unnatural sex' charges dropped after Federal Court ruling

Not just discharged, my client should be acquitted too, says lawyer.

All ten districts in Kelantan now under MCO

All ten districts in Kelantan now under MCO

Jeli, Kuala Krai, and Gua Musang will be placed under MCO from tomorrow until April 29.

Police ready to conduct house-to-house SOP checks during Hari Raya

Police ready to conduct house-to-house SOP checks during Hari Raya

This is to ensure there are no unapproved cases of interstate travel.

Khairy open to being probed over Covid-19 immunisation programme

Khairy open to being probed over Covid-19 immunisation programme

The minister says several purchase contracts have been disclosed to the PAC on Jan 5.

Communications Ministry denies minister ordered staff to 'like' his social media

Communications Ministry denies minister ordered staff to 'like' his social media

Screenshots of text messages bearing the purported order have gone viral on social media.

MOH probing alleged 'vaccine-deaths', urges public not to speculate

MOH probing alleged 'vaccine-deaths', urges public not to speculate

Speculation comes after 40 healthcare workers, who received two doses of inoculation, were infected with Covid-19.

Govt tapping petroleum funds for vaccine expenditure

Govt tapping petroleum funds for vaccine expenditure

The National Trust Fund can now be utilised for vaccine procurement and related spending.

Credit card spending showed Najib knew funds were from SRC: DPP

Credit card spending showed Najib knew funds were from SRC: DPP

He had purchased a Chanel watch for his wife, Rosmah Mansor, among others.

Covid-19 (April 21): 2,340 new cases, death toll hits 1,400

Covid-19 (April 21): 2,340 new cases, death toll hits 1,400

COVID-19 | The number of patients needing intensive care has reached levels not seen since mid-February.

Kasthuri takes down Ramadan aid post after 'bigoted' attacks

Kasthuri takes down Ramadan aid post after 'bigoted' attacks

Batu Kawan MP says it's sad that hurtful narrative still being used.

Perhilitan captures two elephants roaming at Iskandar camp

Perhilitan captures two elephants roaming at Iskandar camp

The elephants are part of a herd roaming in the area.

Covid-19: Pekan mosque compounded RM10k for violating SOP

Covid-19: Pekan mosque compounded RM10k for violating SOP

'The compound was issued so that other mosques can learn from it,' says the state health director.

Court to hear Ku Nan's RM2 mil graft conviction appeal tomorrow

Court to hear Ku Nan's RM2 mil graft conviction appeal tomorrow

The former minister has been sentenced to 12 months in jail and an RM2 million fine.

Channelling Indonesian hero, activist calls for women empowerment via education

Channelling Indonesian hero, activist calls for women empowerment via education

Privileged women can embrace Raden Adjeng Kartini's spirit to rise above socio-economic challenges, says activist.

Sibu Hospital lacks basic equipment, not only ventilators - Sibu MP

Sibu Hospital lacks basic equipment, not only ventilators - Sibu MP

This includes basic equipment like syringe pumps and infusion pumps, says Oscar Ling.

MP SPEAKS | Are our ministers ignorant or feigning ignorance on foreign workers?

MP SPEAKS | Are our ministers ignorant or feigning ignorance on foreign workers?

It is embarrassing that the Bangladesh government has set up its own job portal for its citizens in Malaysia.

EIA for Lynas PDF not yet approved - DOE

EIA for Lynas PDF not yet approved - DOE

SAM president urges the DOE to carefully examine all the objections raised over this issue.
LETTER | Treat every day as Earth Day

LETTER | Treat every day as Earth Day

It is about time we realised that we have reached the limits of what Mother Earth can take.
Digital Building Ecosystem (3 of 13): Connectivity of Property Accounting System

Digital Building Ecosystem (3 of 13): Connectivity of Property Accounting System

Connectivity is the essence of the digital transformation era.
LETTER | Access to justice is seeking popularity?

LETTER | Access to justice is seeking popularity?

Law minister Takiyuddin Hassan has all but shown his disdain for the rule of law and due process.

Education sector sees 4,868 Covid-19 cases this year

Education sector sees 4,868 Covid-19 cases this year

Health Minister Dr Adham Baba says 49 clusters involving the sector is still active.

Netizens pour in birthday wishes, prayers for Health DG

Netizens pour in birthday wishes, prayers for Health DG

Many wish Dr Noor Hisham to stay strong and persistent in fighting Covid-19.

MP SPEAKS | Yes, it is true that Dr M wanted to sack Yeo Bee Yin

MP SPEAKS | Yes, it is true that Dr M wanted to sack Yeo Bee Yin

I was never involved in this but I learnt about it.
Communications Ministry allegedly orders staff to 'like' minister's social media

Communications Ministry allegedly orders staff to 'like' minister's social media

UPDATED 5.50PM | It also purportedly demands they do the same for deputy minister, sec-gen.

WMO: 2020 one of the warmest years on record

WMO: 2020 one of the warmest years on record

Extreme weather combined with the Covid-19 pandemic delivered a double blow to the global population.
'Burn them' - Kit Siang said amid courtship by 'permanent PM-in-waiting'

'Burn them' - Kit Siang said amid courtship by 'permanent PM-in-waiting'

His advice was proven to be the correct move soon after, narrates Liew Chin Tong in his book.

MP wonders how PR1MA can feast while projects in limbo

MP wonders how PR1MA can feast while projects in limbo

'People have to pay the bank monthly for houses that have yet to be completed, yet you can host a big event like this.'
MCA, MIC and GPS culpable of PAS' demand for 'electoral apartheid' - Guan Eng

MCA, MIC and GPS culpable of PAS' demand for 'electoral apartheid' - Guan Eng

The DAP secretary-general says minority PN leaders will betray their own communities to stay in power.

Arab donation claim ‘desperate’ defence for Najib, appeal court hears

Arab donation claim ‘desperate’ defence for Najib, appeal court hears

This is because there are contradictions in the defence witnesses’ testimonies regarding the claim, DPP submits.
From detention to amputated legs, death: MP renews call for IPCMC

From detention to amputated legs, death: MP renews call for IPCMC

Charles Santiago also urges IGP to ensure an independent investigation into the death of A Ganapathy.

After 30 years in M'sia, Rohingya refugee wants resettlement following death threats

After 30 years in M'sia, Rohingya refugee wants resettlement following death threats

Incendiary social media posts have been falsely linked to him and made him a target for daily harassment.

COMMENT | DAP extremists and moderates

COMMENT | DAP extremists and moderates

Let us not be quick to label one another, as such labelling exacerbate our division and bring disunity.
Internet Alliance Malaysia on Cabotage Policy

Internet Alliance Malaysia on Cabotage Policy

The Internet Alliance Malaysia addressed the concern of all parties in regards to technology and internet services.
Regional seaweed delicacy 'latok’ to be commercialised

Regional seaweed delicacy 'latok’ to be commercialised

In a bid to strengthen, promote and develop collaborative research on the commercialisation of Sea Grapes, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between SCU Southeast Asia Sdn Bhd (SCU-SEA) and Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) recently.

Kedah MIC backs no-contest motion for president, deputy in polls

Kedah MIC backs no-contest motion for president, deputy in polls

A state leader says MIC needs strong leadership to continue guiding the party.

COMMENT | Pro-active steps needed for next vaccine rollout

COMMENT | Pro-active steps needed for next vaccine rollout

Blame cannot be put on vaccine supplies alone, but much more can be done now to speed up the current process.

Chad leader Deby, key Western ally, killed in battle

Chad leader Deby, key Western ally, killed in battle

His son, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itmo, was named interim president by a council of military officers.
Amicable resolution for B40 family's home that was 'unfairly' auctioned

Amicable resolution for B40 family's home that was 'unfairly' auctioned

'Details of the settlement are kept under wraps as part of the agreement,' says PSM's S Arutchelvan.

EU regulator backs J&J shot, finds possible link to clots

EU regulator backs J&J shot, finds possible link to clots

US authorities will meet on Friday to discuss whether to resume using the J&J vaccine.
Umno man pledges to push against postponement of party polls

Umno man pledges to push against postponement of party polls

Jalaluddin Alias to suggest this during Umno supreme council meeting on April 25.
Jury convicts ex-police officer Derek Chauvin of murdering George Floyd

Jury convicts ex-police officer Derek Chauvin of murdering George Floyd

The 12-member jury found Chauvin, 45, guilty of all three charges after three weeks of testimony from 45 witnesses.
Some remain indifferent of SOP despite rising Covid-19 cases in K'tan

Some remain indifferent of SOP despite rising Covid-19 cases in K'tan

State police say many are still wearing masks wrong or only do so when authorities are seen.

Sufficient chicken supply, no need to issue APs - minister

Sufficient chicken supply, no need to issue APs - minister

The Domestic Trade Ministry is regularly holding engagement sessions with chicken farmers, says Alexander Nanta.

TikTok faces claim for billions in London child privacy lawsuit

TikTok faces claim for billions in London child privacy lawsuit

The lawsuit claims every child that has used TikTok may have had private personal information illegally collected.
Vaccination for undocumented migrants mere rhetoric, say groups

Vaccination for undocumented migrants mere rhetoric, say groups

This is as the minister's remarks have not assuaged migrants' fears of repercussions if they come forward.

Three-year-old boy found positive for drugs, believed groomed by stepfather

Three-year-old boy found positive for drugs, believed groomed by stepfather

The report was received from a doctor, says Nilai police chief Supt Mohd Fazley.

Man City become first to confirm quitting Super League

Man City become first to confirm quitting Super League

Chelsea were also reported to be preparing the paperwork to quit the controversial new competition.

PTA claims to have evidence ex-PAS MB granted Tamil school land

PTA claims to have evidence ex-PAS MB granted Tamil school land

PTA says it has a letter backing Saifuddin's claim that ex-MB gave SJK(T) Ladang Sungai Ular land for free in 2009.

COMMENT | #KerajaanGagal: Discontent bubbles in social media

COMMENT | #KerajaanGagal: Discontent bubbles in social media

This is just another example of the anger and frustration of Twitter users against the PN govt.

Govt will preserve convent school when lease expires, Land Office assures

Govt will preserve convent school when lease expires, Land Office assures

A bid by the century-old school to renew its land lease was rejected by the Land Office.
Liew's new book reveals Dr M wanted to sack Yeo Bee Yin

Liew's new book reveals Dr M wanted to sack Yeo Bee Yin

It happened less than a week after new conditions were imposed on Lynas.

YOURSAY | Save our century-old Convent Bukit Nanas

YOURSAY | Save our century-old Convent Bukit Nanas

‘It’s time for its alumni to step up and fight for their alma mater.’
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COMMENT | DAP's Chinese debate is larger than its party

COMMENT | DAP's Chinese debate is larger than its party

The Ronnie Liu and Tony Pua-Hannah Yeoh debate represents a vision to locate the Chinese in a multiracial future we cannot resist.

Anwar hints at defending Port Dickson seat in GE15

Anwar hints at defending Port Dickson seat in GE15

'My heart is now in Port Dickson,' says the PKR chief and opposition leader.

Opposition tries to show unity

Opposition tries to show unity

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