Archive - 10 June 2021

PKR slams new 'SD drive' amid speculations of fresh manoeuvring

PKR slams new 'SD drive' amid speculations of fresh manoeuvring

UPDATED 10.23PM | Fahmi didn't name the MPs involved but said they do not hold any key leadership positions in their party.

New deputy IGP to be announced in a day or two - Hamzah

New deputy IGP to be announced in a day or two - Hamzah

The proposed candidate’s name has been given to Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin for consideration.
EMCO in several localities in five states

EMCO in several localities in five states

The EMCO will be from June 12 until June 25.

Deaths in custody: 10 suggestions for CJ to improve remand process

Deaths in custody: 10 suggestions for CJ to improve remand process

'We do not want the court to be dragged in as one of those responsible for deaths in custody,' says lawyer M Manoharan.

Festival clusters worrying, warns Health DG

Festival clusters worrying, warns Health DG

In just four weeks, gatherings during festive seasons have led to 20 deaths.

Court strikes out Lawyers for Liberty suits linked to S'pore home minister

Court strikes out Lawyers for Liberty suits linked to S'pore home minister

The suits were in relation to the enforcement of the republic's anti-fake news law.

Google, Facebook pledged millions for local news. Was it enough?

Google, Facebook pledged millions for local news. Was it enough?

Some say it doesn't nearly compensate for the tens of billions of dollars publishers lost.

Make full LRT accident report public, urges ex-MOT officer

Make full LRT accident report public, urges ex-MOT officer

Only by releasing the report can the people make their own evaluation, says the former aide.

LETTER | Revoke mining concession for Tasik Chini area

LETTER | Revoke mining concession for Tasik Chini area

The Pahang MB has made a U-turn on his promise to protect the lake and surrounding areas.

Virus variants a concern in Indonesia as regional clusters grow

Virus variants a concern in Indonesia as regional clusters grow

The spike in Covid-19 cases is attributed to the possible spread of the variants.

Pemerkasa: 2,568 affected tour agencies receive financial aid

Pemerkasa: 2,568 affected tour agencies receive financial aid

Tourism Ministry says it will improve the eligibility requirements to ensure that more target groups receive the benefits.
‘I am still Terengganu MB’ - Ahmad Samsuri

‘I am still Terengganu MB’ - Ahmad Samsuri

The issue of an impending new menteri besar keenly debated at the moment did not arise, he says.

Education after SPM: How to know what to pursue in an economy affected by a pandemic

Education after SPM: How to know what to pursue in an economy affected by a pandemic

It was no doubt that the candidates for SPM 2020 had the toughest and confusing decision to make - which was what exactly to pursue after the release of their results, especially with their future very much uncertain amidst the pandemic.
Dr M: Anwar unable to suggest any solutions to crisis during our phone call

Dr M: Anwar unable to suggest any solutions to crisis during our phone call

UPDATED 6.11PM | Ex-PM portrays the PKR leader as being stumped by the problem.

Health DG: 23 more cases involving variants of concern detected

Health DG: 23 more cases involving variants of concern detected

They are 19 Beta variant cases and four Delta variant cases, says Noor Hisham.
Water quality at Tasik Chini clean, assures Pahang DOE

Water quality at Tasik Chini clean, assures Pahang DOE

The readings for the parameters fell within Class I or Class II of the National Water Quality Standards for Malaysia.
MOT: Train 81 allowed to move 'prematurely' causing LRT collision

MOT: Train 81 allowed to move 'prematurely' causing LRT collision

Train 40 was manually moved northbound on wrong track due to 'missed critical procedures'.

Johor MB: RM40m allocated to purchase Covid-19 vaccine

Johor MB: RM40m allocated to purchase Covid-19 vaccine

Hasni Mohammad says this initiative will enable Kumpulan Perubatan Johor to sell the vaccine to those needing it.

Dr M reveals suggesting NOC governance, offers to serve

Dr M reveals suggesting NOC governance, offers to serve

UPDATED 5.59pm | However, the former PM is sceptical this will come to fruition.

Media personnel among recipients of Johor's 3.0 stimulus package aid

Media personnel among recipients of Johor's 3.0 stimulus package aid

The aid is in appreciation of their coverage of Covid-19.

Govt continues efforts to curb Covid-19, ensure economic growth

Govt continues efforts to curb Covid-19, ensure economic growth

UPDATED 9.27PM | Finance minister say public can also play their part by ensuring that they are vaccinated.

Why KJ moving on to economic sector when only 38pct seniors vaccinated? - MP

Why KJ moving on to economic sector when only 38pct seniors vaccinated? - MP

Only 38 percent of senior citizens have received their first Covid-19 vaccine dose.

AstraZeneca says working with Southeast Asian nations on vaccine deliveries

AstraZeneca says working with Southeast Asian nations on vaccine deliveries

This comes after reported delays in deliveries of orders from a Thai plant owned by the country's powerful king.

July 26 hearing for Zuraida’s bid to strike out PKR suit

July 26 hearing for Zuraida’s bid to strike out PKR suit

The ex-PKR member had alleged the suit was part of the campaign of vengeance against her for leaving the party.

UEM Sunrise delivers the festive Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri cheer by giving back to the communities

UEM Sunrise delivers the festive Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri cheer by giving back to the communities

UEM Sunrise continued its corporate social responsibility by giving back to the communities in need surrounding the Company’s developments in conjunction with the Ramadan and Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations.
Covid-19 (June 10): Record 911 in ICU, active cases dips below 80,000

Covid-19 (June 10): Record 911 in ICU, active cases dips below 80,000

Yet, there are 5,671 new cases reported today and 73 deaths.

SOP breach: Police open investigation into Astro singing reality show

SOP breach: Police open investigation into Astro singing reality show

The 'All Together Now Malaysia' programme featured celebrity judges without face masks.

Blind couple found new livelihood on Shopee following closure of restaurant

Blind couple found new livelihood on Shopee following closure of restaurant

A blind couple who lost their source of income following the closure of a restaurant they worked at two months ago found new hope selling food and fitness products on Shopee.
LETTER | Covid-19: When it hits home

LETTER | Covid-19: When it hits home

When the virus creeps closer to you and your family, so does the anger at those who expose others to its dangers.

Biden to announce donation of 500 million Pfizer doses to over 90 countries

Biden to announce donation of 500 million Pfizer doses to over 90 countries

The US president also urges others to also pitch in the war on Covid-19.

Perak sultan approves RM14.6m special fund to help affected rakyat

Perak sultan approves RM14.6m special fund to help affected rakyat

This includes survival emergency assistance totalling RM10.9 million for household heads.
AG must be careful in exercising prosecution power: Federal Court

AG must be careful in exercising prosecution power: Federal Court

This is as those slapped with charges may have livelihood jeopardised, advice given during ex-AIAC director's appeal.

SME Association: Job losses in coming months, blanket moratorium a must

SME Association: Job losses in coming months, blanket moratorium a must

The government can use emergency powers to save businesses before it's too late, says the association.

Journalists group calls for transparency in media vaccination

Journalists group calls for transparency in media vaccination

UPDATED 3.35PM | This will ensure media organisations plan better and no journalist is left behind, says Geramm.

K'tan moots allowing fully vaccinated persons into mosques

K'tan moots allowing fully vaccinated persons into mosques

Health exco says the matter would be submitted to the state religious council before a formal decision is made.
'No to NOC' video by PM's aide bewilders DAP

'No to NOC' video by PM's aide bewilders DAP

UPDATED 7.41PM | DAP sec-gen Lim Guan Eng speculates that the ruling parties are engineering a diversion.

Nube: Refusal to grant travel permission obstructing our right to work

Nube: Refusal to grant travel permission obstructing our right to work

The union says the authorities have turned down the application despite providing them the justifications.

Sabah politician claims trial to five counts of attempt to outrage modesty

Sabah politician claims trial to five counts of attempt to outrage modesty

Phillip Among is alleged to have committed the offence on a beauty pageant contestant.

Muda roasts Pahang govt over Tasik Chini 'betrayal'

Muda roasts Pahang govt over Tasik Chini 'betrayal'

Does gazetting Tasik Chini as a forest reserve mean anything to the state govt, it asks.

Revolut waives fees on remittances to Malaysia in support of customers with family battling Covid-19 back home

Revolut waives fees on remittances to Malaysia in support of customers with family battling Covid-19 back home

From 10 June - 10 July 2021, Revolut is waiving fees on all MYR remittances to Malaysia globally. This initiative is in support of customers who are sending money home to loved ones currently battling the Covid pandemic in Malaysia

Top in Tech: E-commerce can drive business growth, but focus and foresight is vital

Top in Tech: E-commerce can drive business growth, but focus and foresight is vital

Leveraging on partners to solve e-commerce problems important way forward

LETTER | How to practise self-love during this pandemic

LETTER | How to practise self-love during this pandemic

You can start with some simple, practical ways of achieving mental well-being.

COMMENT | Livestock - our measure of moral progress

COMMENT | Livestock - our measure of moral progress

Worldwide, more than 70 billion land-based vertebrates are killed for food each year.
MP SPEAKS | What is the role of NPRA in vaccine registration?

MP SPEAKS | What is the role of NPRA in vaccine registration?

The bigger question is, can the minister overrule decisions made by the regulatory body?

Myanmar authorities open new corruption cases against Suu Kyi

Myanmar authorities open new corruption cases against Suu Kyi

The cases are the latest of a series brought against the elected leader who was overthrown by the army in a coup.
Agong sees four political leaders on second day of meets

Agong sees four political leaders on second day of meets

UPDATED 5.40PM | Scheduled meetings between the king and leaders of political parties resume for the second day.

Vaccination drive: Telang Usan rep says he won't give up

Vaccination drive: Telang Usan rep says he won't give up

Dennis Ngau is facing an uphill battle trying to convince his constituents to get vaccinated.

Covid-19: M'sia performed 60k fewer tests last week despite outbreak

Covid-19: M'sia performed 60k fewer tests last week despite outbreak

A high test positivity rate would suggest there is significant under-testing.

Canada proposes to settle indigenous lawsuit after discovery of children's remains

Canada proposes to settle indigenous lawsuit after discovery of children's remains

The move follows a national outcry over the discovery of the remains of 215 indigenous children.

SPM 2020 best national grade average in years - minister

SPM 2020 best national grade average in years - minister

UPDATED 11.50PM | Radzi says the National Grade Average index for SPM 2020 is at 4.80, compared to 4.86 for 2019.

Scottish study underscores rarity of blood disorders after Astra vaccine

Scottish study underscores rarity of blood disorders after Astra vaccine

The side effect is linked to a largely harmless bleeding condition.

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Court outlaws Kremlin critic Navalny’s network in a pre-election knockout

Court outlaws Kremlin critic Navalny’s network in a pre-election knockout

Groups linked to the jailed Russian critic are declared extremists and barred from taking part in any elections.

Help rakyat first before meting out punishment, says minister

Help rakyat first before meting out punishment, says minister

The govt is not taking the right approach, laments Mohd Redzuan Md Yusof.
What's in a name? An angry spat between Harry, Meghan and the BBC

What's in a name? An angry spat between Harry, Meghan and the BBC

The BBC reported that the couple had not sought the queen's permission before they selected their baby's name.

Delta variant believed to have 60pct transmission advantage: UK epidemiologist

Delta variant believed to have 60pct transmission advantage: UK epidemiologist

England's reopening from lockdown on June 21 could be pushed back due to Delta's rapid spread.

Who's calling for NOC? - Puad slams PM's aide over 'diversion'

Who's calling for NOC? - Puad slams PM's aide over 'diversion'

Is he speaking as an individual or for the PM, Umno leader asks of Marzuki arguing against NOC in a video.

Study: Nearly 50k live animals on sale in China's Wuhan before Covid-19 began

Study: Nearly 50k live animals on sale in China's Wuhan before Covid-19 began

As many as 38 species were sold in 17 markets in Wuhan from 2017 to 2019.

COMMENT | Political realignment - the Big Sandiwara continues

COMMENT | Political realignment - the Big Sandiwara continues

The next few days will be mired in all sorts of spinning and advancement of certain political narratives.
Japan welcomes Malaysian athletes to Tokyo Olympics, Paralympics

Japan welcomes Malaysian athletes to Tokyo Olympics, Paralympics

Our government never requested the Olympic committee to deny entry of athletes - Japanese Embassy.

Sinovac's Covid-19 vaccine: Old but still gold?

Sinovac's Covid-19 vaccine: Old but still gold?

KINIGUIDE | Some view CoronaVac as an inferior product compared to mRNA vaccines, others see it as safer.

YOURSAY | Public trust in police down another notch

YOURSAY | Public trust in police down another notch

‘Few are brave enough to complain against police but not this 21-year-old hawker.’
Wanted: Female motorcyclist wearing pink wristband in Chemor - police

Wanted: Female motorcyclist wearing pink wristband in Chemor - police

Nine-second video showing person on black Honda motorcycle went viral on WhatsApp.

Muhyiddin's fate and a National Operations Council

Muhyiddin's fate and a National Operations Council

The elephant in the room: How will the opposition work out its aim to end the PN government rule?

Minister's friendly fire

Minister's friendly fire

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