Archive - 13 June 2021

Umno leaders use football analogies to tackle Takiyuddin on 'emergency goalpost'

Umno leaders use football analogies to tackle Takiyuddin on 'emergency goalpost'

'When the game is ongoing, don't change the rules,' says Shabery Cheek.

Pejuang invites all parties to sit at same table to discuss Dr M's NOC idea

Pejuang invites all parties to sit at same table to discuss Dr M's NOC idea

Khairuddin says the suggestion by the former premier is for the sake of the country and its people.
'Employers to pay': What happened to RM5b vaccine budget, Yeo asks govt

'Employers to pay': What happened to RM5b vaccine budget, Yeo asks govt

Vaccines are subsidised but administration and venue costs are not.

'I will wait for you': Coach tells former national swimmer when she was 13

'I will wait for you': Coach tells former national swimmer when she was 13

Cindy Ong says she was voiceless to speak up against sexual harassment and assault allegedly by a coach.

Judiciary has taken steps to improve remand process - chief registrar

Judiciary has taken steps to improve remand process - chief registrar

There are already existing laws and regulations to ensure to safeguard the remand process.

NOC not needed, reopen Parliament instead - Bersih

NOC not needed, reopen Parliament instead - Bersih

NOC is a proposal that will cripple the role of Parliament as a platform for policy-making, it says.
Some vaccine appointments at Mitec delayed for around a week

Some vaccine appointments at Mitec delayed for around a week

JKJAV says this was to prevent overcrowding, not due to a shortage in the supply of vaccines as claimed.

AstraZeneca shots should be halted for over-60s too - EMA official

AstraZeneca shots should be halted for over-60s too - EMA official

This amid fears over rare blood clotting and as more vaccines become available.

Total lockdown SOP to be reviewed if daily cases drop below 4,000 - minister

Total lockdown SOP to be reviewed if daily cases drop below 4,000 - minister

Ismail Sabri says the targeted figure was set by MOH to ensure the daily infectivity rate nationwide could be reduced.
Essential goods running out in Labuan as lockdown looms

Essential goods running out in Labuan as lockdown looms

The closure of several shops and panic buying have led to stock shortages.

'Chilli powder and thinner' depicts teen detainee's brush with police brutality

'Chilli powder and thinner' depicts teen detainee's brush with police brutality

The animation is about the kind of torture a 16-year-old boy went through under police lockup, says Suaram executive director.
Police confirm receiving report on baby swap

Police confirm receiving report on baby swap

A couple were given the wrong baby after the woman gave birth in a private hospital in Shah Alam.

Takiyuddin: Govt fully recognises role of independent committee

Takiyuddin: Govt fully recognises role of independent committee

Law minister says govt has never interfered with the committee's job to advise Agong on emergency.

Covid-19 (June 13) - Number of new cases drops to 5,304

Covid-19 (June 13) - Number of new cases drops to 5,304

The number is the second-lowest daily figure since May 19.

Umno and Harapan-led states to call for August assembly sittings

Umno and Harapan-led states to call for August assembly sittings

This is to pressure the federal government to convene Parliament.

Bersatu leader urges govt to set closing date for vaccination sign-up

Bersatu leader urges govt to set closing date for vaccination sign-up

This will create a sense of urgency among the people and encourage them to do so, says Wan Saiful.

'Humiliated' Tajuddin plans legal action over damaged reputation following LRT crash

'Humiliated' Tajuddin plans legal action over damaged reputation following LRT crash

UPDATED 4.25PM | Ex-Prasarana chair, however, did not identify those who allegedly 'tarnished his reputation'.

Don't let bureaucracy obstruct int'l help in combating Covid-19, says Hisham

Don't let bureaucracy obstruct int'l help in combating Covid-19, says Hisham

Foreign minister urges Putrajaya to learn from its mistakes in handling pandemic.

Govt drafting Covid-19 exit plan - PM

Govt drafting Covid-19 exit plan - PM

Muhyiddin Yassin says ministers have already come up with drafts but they need to be refined.

Cops investigating bail fundraiser for delivery riders nabbed over brawl

Cops investigating bail fundraiser for delivery riders nabbed over brawl

Police say the riders are under remand and bail has not been made available to them.

Ops Pangea XIV: 2.6k websites blocked, RM2.2m of unregistered medicine seized

Ops Pangea XIV: 2.6k websites blocked, RM2.2m of unregistered medicine seized

The websites offer drugs that are not approved by the NPRA.

MOT: Public transport services only need ministry's approval letter

MOT: Public transport services only need ministry's approval letter

PSV license no longer required to be shown at roadblocks.

Increase PPVs to hit daily vaccine target: Guan Eng to KJ

Increase PPVs to hit daily vaccine target: Guan Eng to KJ

DAP sec-gen says govt needs another 2,000 PPVs if it wants to administer 150,000 doses a day.

Harapan wants one-off assistance boosted from RM500 to RM2,000

Harapan wants one-off assistance boosted from RM500 to RM2,000

The opposition bloc says the current cash aid given to those affected by the pandemic is too little.

Kit Siang: Will PM dishonour pledge on how to end emergency?

Kit Siang: Will PM dishonour pledge on how to end emergency?

MP questions why govt says cabinet will advise king when special committee was set up for this.

Govt behaving like a 'prison warden' to the rakyat, fumes Yeoh

Govt behaving like a 'prison warden' to the rakyat, fumes Yeoh

Total lockdown without blanket financial aid is blatantly irresponsible, says MP.
COMMENT | Vice-chancellors and the elephant in the room

COMMENT | Vice-chancellors and the elephant in the room

Lack of non-Malay leaders in public universities since 1971 points to blatant racial discrimination.

Annuar: Mobile vaccination trucks to target market traders, workers, hawkers

Annuar: Mobile vaccination trucks to target market traders, workers, hawkers

FT minister says this group comprises individuals at high risk of being infected.

Next 2 weeks critical to reduce infections to below 4k - Health DG

Next 2 weeks critical to reduce infections to below 4k - Health DG

Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah says it is irresponsible to still travel and hold gatherings.

Muslim victims of truck attack given farewell with coffins draped in Canadian flags

Muslim victims of truck attack given farewell with coffins draped in Canadian flags

The attack has drawn widespread outrage and police are investigating it as a hate crime.

Syrian hospital hit in artillery attacks on Afrin, at least 13 killed

Syrian hospital hit in artillery attacks on Afrin, at least 13 killed

Civil defence sources say first attack struck a residential area, while the second hit a hospital shortly afterwards.

Innovative teachers win RM18k to improve pandemic learning

Innovative teachers win RM18k to improve pandemic learning

They plan to use their new grant money to improve their outreach efforts and education programmes.

Teacher goes extra mile for student with special needs

Teacher goes extra mile for student with special needs

For Zainurah, teaching an SPM candidate with hearing issues while wearing mask has been challenging yet rewarding.

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The gift that keeps on giving – how the Iskul community school pays it forward

The gift that keeps on giving – how the Iskul community school pays it forward

MALAYSIANSKINI | The school is trying to ensure future Bajau Laut generations can better fend for themselves.

COMMENT | The police cannot police the police

COMMENT | The police cannot police the police

Just a few rotten apples, or have the worms spread?

G7 unveils grand infrastructure plan that rivals China's Belt and Road initiative

G7 unveils grand infrastructure plan that rivals China's Belt and Road initiative

G7's Build Back Better World initiative will provide a transparent infrastructure partnership.

No new mining licenses in Tasik Chini since 2019, says Tuan Ibrahim

No new mining licenses in Tasik Chini since 2019, says Tuan Ibrahim

'I also support Pahang govt's commitment to not approve any new application for activity mining within the area.'

Pregnant woman in Perak becomes three millionth person to be vaccinated

Pregnant woman in Perak becomes three millionth person to be vaccinated

Nur Amalina expresses gratitude and excitement to be a vaccine recipient.

COMMENT | 'Mandatory' death penalty still being meted out for drug offences

COMMENT | 'Mandatory' death penalty still being meted out for drug offences

Unjust conditions for alternative sentence violates rights of fair trial and justice.

YOURSAY | NOC - the perfect vehicle for a would-be dictator

YOURSAY | NOC - the perfect vehicle for a would-be dictator

'Mahathir, NOC is a tool for you to wrestle Putrajaya back.'

Warisan man blasts Putrajaya, Sabah govt over invite to foreign fishing crew

Warisan man blasts Putrajaya, Sabah govt over invite to foreign fishing crew

Wong points out there are many local skilled fisherfolk in need of jobs they can hire instead for deep sea fishing.

Minister: We're fixing rules to help 'referee' make right call on emergency

Minister: We're fixing rules to help 'referee' make right call on emergency

To achieve goals does not mean to change the goalposts, Takiyuddin tweets.

Danish player receives life-saving treatment on pitch during international match

Danish player receives life-saving treatment on pitch during international match

UPDATED 7.13AM | Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen collapses during his side's Euro 2020 match with Finland.