Archive - 13 May 2021

One held over 'kerajaan gagal' flash mob

One held over 'kerajaan gagal' flash mob

Johor police say they have received several reports regarding the incident.

Fireworks thrown at cops after crowd told to disperse

Fireworks thrown at cops after crowd told to disperse

Officers were responding to reports that around 200 people had gathered to play fireworks.

Festive and feisty - Some use Raya snaps to make a point against PN

Festive and feisty - Some use Raya snaps to make a point against PN

People have taken to social media to protest the government's failure in managing the Covid-19 pandemic.

Israeli atrocities against Palestinians must be stopped - Ismail Sabri

Israeli atrocities against Palestinians must be stopped - Ismail Sabri

The senior minister also urges the OIC, Arab League and the United Nations to act immediately.

More than 4,000 die of Covid-19 in India for second straight day

More than 4,000 die of Covid-19 in India for second straight day

Experts remain unsure when the infection numbers will peak.

440 held for flouting SOP - Ismail Sabri

440 held for flouting SOP - Ismail Sabri

Not recording particulars before entering premises make up the bulk of the offences.

Top scientists question need for Covid-19 booster shots

Top scientists question need for Covid-19 booster shots

There is little evidence so far that the protection that vaccines offer degrades over time.

MySejahtera only: Private doctors told to stop vaccine appointment ads

MySejahtera only: Private doctors told to stop vaccine appointment ads

The GLC in charge of private healthcare workers involved in the vaccination process says ads are strictly prohibited.

Adham denies doctors ordered to prioritise younger Covid-19 patients in ventilator use

Adham denies doctors ordered to prioritise younger Covid-19 patients in ventilator use

The health minister says the situation is not so dire yet.

LETTER | End occupation of Palestine, conflict will be resolved

LETTER | End occupation of Palestine, conflict will be resolved

What is happening right now in the Occupied Palestinian Territories is heartbreaking.
Covid-19: Kelantan CPRC does not encourage isolation at home

Covid-19: Kelantan CPRC does not encourage isolation at home

Individuals who test positive should be at a Covid-19 Low-Risk Quarantine and Treatment Centre (PKRC).

China uses coercive policies in Xinjiang to drive down Uyghur birth rates, says think tank

China uses coercive policies in Xinjiang to drive down Uyghur birth rates, says think tank

Beijing strongly disputes the study by an institute funded by the Australian government.

Covid-19 (May 13): 4,855 new cases, highest since January

Covid-19 (May 13): 4,855 new cases, highest since January

UPDATED 6.40PM | New cases exceed 4,000 per day for the fourth time in a week.

Taiwan proposes US$7.5b in spending as domestic Covid-19 cases rise

Taiwan proposes US$7.5b in spending as domestic Covid-19 cases rise

Local cities are tightening restrictions after 13 cases with no apparent origin were detected.

LETTER | M'sian govt must curb military violence in Myanmar

LETTER | M'sian govt must curb military violence in Myanmar

Malaysia and Asean should cut ties with the military junta.

Govt, NGOs form #Aid4Palestine, aim to raise RM1m

Govt, NGOs form #Aid4Palestine, aim to raise RM1m

Proactive and immediate action to help Palestine - Abdul Hadi Awang.

Sinovac, AstraZeneca not recommended for pregnant, breastfeeding women

Sinovac, AstraZeneca not recommended for pregnant, breastfeeding women

UPDATED 2:00AM | Health Ministry greenlights Pfizer-BioNTech, but says women should consult their doctor first.

Allowing Aidilftri visits in Sabah correct move, says Kalabakan MP

Allowing Aidilftri visits in Sabah correct move, says Kalabakan MP

Ma'mun Sulaiman says the decision made to give the people some comfort in celebrating the festive season.

Hamas 'radical' -  RTM Mandarin news editors get show-cause letters

Hamas 'radical' - RTM Mandarin news editors get show-cause letters

The term was used in a TV2 Mandarin news report.
ICU cases not just stats but people with families, reminds Noor Hisham

ICU cases not just stats but people with families, reminds Noor Hisham

Each of them is a father, mother, brother, sister or best friend of a person, notes health DG.

Top Glove subsidiary's shipment to Kansas City seized by US Customs

Top Glove subsidiary's shipment to Kansas City seized by US Customs

UPDATED 6.57PM | The seizures of rubber gloves continue due to suspicions they were made with forced labour.

China planning crackdown on private tutoring - sources

China planning crackdown on private tutoring - sources

Crackdown to boost country's birth rate by lowering family living costs.

King, queen perform Aidilfitri prayers with Istana Negara staff

King, queen perform Aidilfitri prayers with Istana Negara staff

They are accompanied by their son Tengku Panglima Raja Tengku Amir Nasser Ibrahim Shah.

Aidilfitri prayers during MCO 3.0

Aidilfitri prayers during MCO 3.0

Devotees participating in Aidilfitri prayers with physical distancing.

UEM Sunrise launches national Hari Raya campaign ‘Riang Ria Raya Ceria’ to invite public to its virtual Raya open houses

UEM Sunrise launches national Hari Raya campaign ‘Riang Ria Raya Ceria’ to invite public to its virtual Raya open houses

UEM Sunrise launches a Hari Raya Aidifiltri campaign themed ‘Riang Ria Raya Ceria’ to bring cheer and happiness to the public through virtual open houses; stress-free benefits, shopping vouchers, duit raya and lucky dip goodies worth up to RM10,000 for homebuyers.
Man killed in gas tank explosion on Aidilfitri night

Man killed in gas tank explosion on Aidilfitri night

He was believed to have been transferring gas from a large tank into smaller tanks.

'This is 2021' - unimpressed Najib schools Saifuddin over free Raya calls

'This is 2021' - unimpressed Najib schools Saifuddin over free Raya calls

Most plans already include unlimited calls, points out ex-premier.

Cops to update interstate application system to weed out fake documents: IGP

Cops to update interstate application system to weed out fake documents: IGP

He says cops have rejected 2,730 interstate travel applications with frivolous excuses.

IFJ slams Israel over media office bombing, treatment of journalists

IFJ slams Israel over media office bombing, treatment of journalists

Israeli military bombed Al-Jawhara tower which hosts 13 media institutions and NGOs - IFJ.

Delaying second Covid-19 vaccine doses can help reduce deaths - study

Delaying second Covid-19 vaccine doses can help reduce deaths - study

Debate over whether to extend gap between doses and give more people the vaccine.

MCO squashes watermelon farmer a second time

MCO squashes watermelon farmer a second time

Ain Izzuddin Mohd Ghazali once again finds himself with tonnes of fruits he is unable to sell.

Boris Johnson apologises for 1971 British Army killings in Belfast

Boris Johnson apologises for 1971 British Army killings in Belfast

UK PM apoligises 'unreservedly' for deaths of 10 innocent people.

COMMENT | It's not that politicians don't care, they're afraid of youths

COMMENT | It's not that politicians don't care, they're afraid of youths

They are terrified of what youths can do when inspired or motivated.

Hamas hits Israel, which pummels Gaza as Biden predicts conflict's end

Hamas hits Israel, which pummels Gaza as Biden predicts conflict's end

Pre-dawn salvo set off sirens as far as northern Nahalal, 100km from Gaza.

MP SPEAKS | New high of 39 deaths latest proof Muhyiddin's emergency has failed

MP SPEAKS | New high of 39 deaths latest proof Muhyiddin's emergency has failed

It also validates warning Indonesian govt gave to its people not to emulate M'sia.

Democrats blast Trump officials at House hearing over Capitol riot

Democrats blast Trump officials at House hearing over Capitol riot

Members argue former officials failed to defend Capitol.

MP: S'wak wise in sticking with CMCO

MP: S'wak wise in sticking with CMCO

Bersatu's Puncak Borneo MP Willie Mongin says move is in best interest of the state.

Philippines flags 'incursions' by nearly 300 Chinese militia boats

Philippines flags 'incursions' by nearly 300 Chinese militia boats

The country demands that China immediately withdraw its vessels from the disputed waters.

PBS open to cooperation with opposition - Maximus responds to Shafie

PBS open to cooperation with opposition - Maximus responds to Shafie

We welcome allies who share aspiration to make Sabah better, says the party president.

Explainer: How Jerusalem tensions sparked heaviest Israel-Gaza fighting in years

Explainer: How Jerusalem tensions sparked heaviest Israel-Gaza fighting in years

The latest wave of violence has left dozens dead.

YOURSAY | Rot in education system revealing itself in Ain’s case

YOURSAY | Rot in education system revealing itself in Ain’s case

‘After this incident, would any student dare complain…’
After 7 months, MOH closes case on Hentian cluster

After 7 months, MOH closes case on Hentian cluster

The cluster infected over 3,000 people across several states and territories.