Archive - 27 May 2021

21-year-old held under detention-without-trial law dies in Johor - report

21-year-old held under detention-without-trial law dies in Johor - report

'Doctor said inmate died of septic shock with multiple organ failure'.

DG: Trend of workplace clusters persists despite latest MCO

DG: Trend of workplace clusters persists despite latest MCO

Between May 12 to 26, 115 workplace clusters reported, says Noor Hisham.

Rising Covid-19 deaths: Selayang Hospital also gets freezer container

Rising Covid-19 deaths: Selayang Hospital also gets freezer container

Previously, Sg Buloh Hospital procured 2 freezers to store bodies.

LRT mishap: Govt to ensure such incidents don't recur - PM

LRT mishap: Govt to ensure such incidents don't recur - PM

'We want to investigate. In a short time, we should know what happened,' says Muhyiddin.

Leftover vaccine programme: Doses hard to find, say South Koreans

Leftover vaccine programme: Doses hard to find, say South Koreans

Online programme to help public get leftover vaccines from appointment no-shows.

Death of bullied teenager: Witness identifies 3 more murder suspects

Death of bullied teenager: Witness identifies 3 more murder suspects

Previin identified three individuals during identification parade, may go into witness protection.

Khairy: Underdosing only rare incidents, those with proof can come forward

Khairy: Underdosing only rare incidents, those with proof can come forward

CITF also denies allegation non-Muslims denied Pfizer vaccine at Desa Tasik vaccine centre.

Committee agrees on 'criteria' to end emergency, no further details

Committee agrees on 'criteria' to end emergency, no further details

'Committee will continue to review existence of the emergency.'

Top in Tech: The pathway to advanced technology is in solving the problems of today

Top in Tech: The pathway to advanced technology is in solving the problems of today

There needs to be basic understanding of a country’s pain point for innovation to thrive

MOH: 4x more mental health needs this year so far than whole 2020

MOH: 4x more mental health needs this year so far than whole 2020

Healthcare workers provided psycho-social first aid 274,897 times in the first four months of 2021.

Deficit target revised to 6 percent of GDP, statutory debt still below limit - MOF

Deficit target revised to 6 percent of GDP, statutory debt still below limit - MOF

The ministry says the country's debt profile remains favourable.

Pahang Jakoa director chided over post 'warning' those who don't register for vaccine

Pahang Jakoa director chided over post 'warning' those who don't register for vaccine

State directive may place the Orang Asli in difficulties if they do not go for the vaccination, adds Jakoa chief Johari Alwi.

Govt orders more Pfizer vaccines, interval depends on VOC prevalence

Govt orders more Pfizer vaccines, interval depends on VOC prevalence

UPDATED 9.40PM | Malaysia will receive some 25 million doses in third quarter of the year, says Khairy.

Support for tightened MCO 3.0 and accelerated vaccination program

Support for tightened MCO 3.0 and accelerated vaccination program

MSIA strongly support the country’s goal to flatten the curve on the rise of the Covid-19 cases in the country.
M'sians frustrated with sudden vaccine appointment changes

M'sians frustrated with sudden vaccine appointment changes

Many senior citizens turned away at vaccine centres, internet users claim.

Option to choose vaccine via MySejahtera soon - KJ

Option to choose vaccine via MySejahtera soon - KJ

UPDATED 7.51PM | The mobile application will be updated to give such an option to users.

DAP rep: Muhyiddin snubbed Johor sultan by skipping meet

DAP rep: Muhyiddin snubbed Johor sultan by skipping meet

Tan Hong Pin says the PM's absence showed Johor was not a priority to him.

Sarawak to come under MCO amid rising Covid-19 cases

Sarawak to come under MCO amid rising Covid-19 cases

UPDATED 6.31pm | Most cases due to non-compliance with Covid-19 protocols.

'Malaysia must do more to attract quality investments, promote innovative economy'

'Malaysia must do more to attract quality investments, promote innovative economy'

And we have to do so more deliberately and thoughtfully, Bank Negara governor Nor Shamsiah Mohd Yunus says.

Covid-19 third wave: Rise in number of cases in categories 4 and 5

Covid-19 third wave: Rise in number of cases in categories 4 and 5

Most of those infected with the virus are aged 20 to 40.

LETTER | Tajuddin fiasco may well be turning point

LETTER | Tajuddin fiasco may well be turning point

The epitome of how erroneous and misplaced the system of political appointees has become.

Eight private clinics, one hospital in K'tan allowed to administer vaccine

Eight private clinics, one hospital in K'tan allowed to administer vaccine

State Health director says individuals should first register through my MySejahtera to facilitate the process.
Harapan: Why the silence from 'independent' emergency committee?

Harapan: Why the silence from 'independent' emergency committee?

Its leaders say if the reps don't speak up, they risk legitimising abuse of powers.

MOH considers using Covid-19 breath test - Adham

MOH considers using Covid-19 breath test - Adham

The test is currently being used in Singapore.

German researchers tie cold viruses used to deliver Covid-19 vaccine to blood clot risk

German researchers tie cold viruses used to deliver Covid-19 vaccine to blood clot risk

The study flags a possible explanation for blood clots linked to AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson's vaccines.

Indonesia resumes use of temporarily suspended batch of AstraZeneca vaccines

Indonesia resumes use of temporarily suspended batch of AstraZeneca vaccines

Investigators have found no links between the vaccine and the death of a young man following inoculation.

LETTER | An open letter to Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin

LETTER | An open letter to Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin

Know that your ministers have failed you.

LETTER | Mr Prime Minister, you can do better

LETTER | Mr Prime Minister, you can do better

Many hoped you would make a difference when you took over the previous administration.

Covid-19 (May 27) - 7,857 new cases, record number in Kelantan

Covid-19 (May 27) - 7,857 new cases, record number in Kelantan

There is no sign of things getting better anywhere in the country.

LETTER | LRT crash - don't compromise on safety because of Covid-19

LETTER | LRT crash - don't compromise on safety because of Covid-19

The focus on the pandemic could result in less focus elsewhere.

Siti Nurhaliza, husband fined RM10k each over tahnik ceremony

Siti Nurhaliza, husband fined RM10k each over tahnik ceremony

Selangor police chief says a minister and three preachers were fined RM2,000 per person.
Govt to improve vaccine registration system - Ahmad Amzad

Govt to improve vaccine registration system - Ahmad Amzad

This is to achieve herd immunity under the Covid immunisation programme, the deputy minister adds.

UM student seeks to take ex-lecturer to court over sexual harassment

UM student seeks to take ex-lecturer to court over sexual harassment

This after the university refused to reveal what disciplinary action had been taken against him.

LETTER | Prioritising vaccine rollout for badly-hit states

LETTER | Prioritising vaccine rollout for badly-hit states

Your failure will mean our deaths.
Govt urged to expedite KVDT2 to prevent another rail disaster

Govt urged to expedite KVDT2 to prevent another rail disaster

The Railwaymen's Union says some KTM tracks are in 'critical condition'.

Awam: Institutional change, diversity needed to fight sexual harassment in sports

Awam: Institutional change, diversity needed to fight sexual harassment in sports

It points out that the National Sports Council is primarily made up of middle-aged men.

Celebrity Eina Azman, husband in high-risk group, says Ipoh general hospital

Celebrity Eina Azman, husband in high-risk group, says Ipoh general hospital

Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital director dismisses allegation of queue jumping by the couple.

COMMENT | Lockdown to December?

COMMENT | Lockdown to December?

Good policies and initiatives must be in place to cushion the economic impact on the people.

Kit Siang backs Azalina, Umno info chief points to 'open secret'

Kit Siang backs Azalina, Umno info chief points to 'open secret'

The leaders from both political aisles want Parliament to reconvene.

We've requested vaccine for students since Feb - medical college

We've requested vaccine for students since Feb - medical college

International Medical College says feedback from the relevant authority only came last week.
HK security chief threatens tycoon Lai's bankers with jail if they deal in his accounts

HK security chief threatens tycoon Lai's bankers with jail if they deal in his accounts

Legal experts say investors with money in the city's financial sector are now under the control of the security law.

Vivocom announces diversification into minerals and commodities!

Vivocom announces diversification into minerals and commodities!

In a filing to Bursa Malaysia, Vivocom announced that it has embarked on a strategy of sourcing and supplying commodities and minerals to China and other countries for the foreseeable future in light of the world’s soaring demand and race for scarce commodities to rebuild their economies after the pandemic.

1MDB board in 'sandiwara' on overseas funds belonging to Umno, claims ex-CEO

1MDB board in 'sandiwara' on overseas funds belonging to Umno, claims ex-CEO

The witness alleges every board member knew the real purpose of the money.

Tears of joy as delivery rider’s kindness rewarded

Tears of joy as delivery rider’s kindness rewarded

After a mistake in an address, Muhammad Azrul travels an extra 20km for free and refuses a large tip.

Azalina moots unity cabinet, convening Parliament

Azalina moots unity cabinet, convening Parliament

Representation from all political parties will keep the politicking to a minimum, she says.

LETTER | Let's all show more empathy in times like these

LETTER | Let's all show more empathy in times like these

It is a missed opportunity to show leadership and that GLC companies are capable of handling a crisis situation.
Crashed LRT trains cleared from track, 3 days ahead of schedule - Wee

Crashed LRT trains cleared from track, 3 days ahead of schedule - Wee

Prasarana will now focus on track repair works.

Chinese embassy in US says politicising Covid-19 origins hampers investigations

Chinese embassy in US says politicising Covid-19 origins hampers investigations

Instead, the Chinese mission calls for a comprehensive study of all cases found worldwide.

PrepWorks students make it to Harvard, Yale, Cambridge and London School of Economics 2021

PrepWorks students make it to Harvard, Yale, Cambridge and London School of Economics 2021

Jarell Cheong and S. C. have received offers from their dream institutions despite a year in which acceptance rates were the lowest in history, with Harvard at 3.43%.
After Tajuddin’s sacking, Umno man trains guns on Bersatu, GPS ministers

After Tajuddin’s sacking, Umno man trains guns on Bersatu, GPS ministers

UPDATING 2.42PM | Razlan Rafii calls out seven cabinet ministers for alleged incompetence.

A lemur on my keyboard - Thai girl plays for animals in deserted zoo

A lemur on my keyboard - Thai girl plays for animals in deserted zoo

Dressed from head to toe in a bright green alligator costume, a girl was playing a tune on her keyboard in a Thai zoo.
MP SPEAKS | Reconvene Parliament - where there's a will, there's a way

MP SPEAKS | Reconvene Parliament - where there's a will, there's a way

I see no other way for Malaysia to move forward in this state of emergency.
COMMENT | Suggest pragmatic steps in handling Covid-19 nightmare

COMMENT | Suggest pragmatic steps in handling Covid-19 nightmare

Simply running down the government won't help matters.

Biden orders review of Covid-19 origins as lab leak theory debated

Biden orders review of Covid-19 origins as lab leak theory debated

This follows intelligence reports that several Chinese scientists were hospitalised before the Covid-19 outbreak.

Transparency International Malaysia wants RCI into LRT collision

Transparency International Malaysia wants RCI into LRT collision

The findings must be made public for the sake of accountability, it says.

Retiree fined RM4,000 for going to market while wearing pink bracelet

Retiree fined RM4,000 for going to market while wearing pink bracelet

The man is supposed to be under home quarantine.

California transit worker kills 8, extending US epidemic of mass shootings

California transit worker kills 8, extending US epidemic of mass shootings

No motive is known for the shooting. California Governor Gavin Newsom asks: 'What the hell is wrong with us?'

Tajuddin finally gets termination letter, to issue statement later

Tajuddin finally gets termination letter, to issue statement later

He says it’s ‘not a pressing issue or something to worry about’.
Outgoing Gombak police chief withdraws RM10m lawsuit against FMT

Outgoing Gombak police chief withdraws RM10m lawsuit against FMT

Arifai says police are deeply upset over the deaths of Ganapathy and Sivabalan.

COMMENT | Did you hear about the one where two cars kissed each other?

COMMENT | Did you hear about the one where two cars kissed each other?

A train collision happened on his watch, and all he cares about are supposed provocations regarding his competency.

COMMENT | Our giants are crying out, but who will save them?

COMMENT | Our giants are crying out, but who will save them?

Stolen monies can be replaced but how do you replace a 500-year-old chengal tree?
Death in the Himalayas: Poverty, fear, stretched resources propel India's Covid crisis

Death in the Himalayas: Poverty, fear, stretched resources propel India's Covid crisis

Many in remote villages shun tests for fear of testing positive and being forced to go to a hospital far from home.

Period spot checks: So many complaints, so little response

Period spot checks: So many complaints, so little response

The Education Ministry has yet to take any apparent action over the issue a month on.

YOURSAY | Appalling lack of empathy for LRT accident victims

YOURSAY | Appalling lack of empathy for LRT accident victims

‘Tajuddin’s second dose of the vaccine is more important than the lives of 200-plus passengers?’

Boris Johnson considered injecting self with Covid-19 to show 'harmlessness' - ex-aide

Boris Johnson considered injecting self with Covid-19 to show 'harmlessness' - ex-aide

The former chief adviser to the PM says it shows how the UK vastly underestimated the crisis in the beginning.

Detention of 'Dr Nur' in Israel: Wisma Putra needs information to assist

Detention of 'Dr Nur' in Israel: Wisma Putra needs information to assist

Ministry wants all who aired the information on the detention to provide info on the supposed detention.

Tajuddin removed from Prasarana

Tajuddin removed from Prasarana

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

Digital HR is the key to futureproofing companies

Digital HR is the key to futureproofing companies

One of the most common applications of digital HR is in improving employee communication.