Archive - 30 June 2021

PM's diarrhoea situation trends on social media

PM's diarrhoea situation trends on social media

News makes international headlines and spawns #PMCirit and #KerajaanCirit hashtags.

Joint collaboration to tackle issue of suicide - religious minister

Joint collaboration to tackle issue of suicide - religious minister

We will pray, we will carry out initiatives, we will go to the ground, says Zulkifli.

Most S’gor Covid-19 clusters, not cases, are from factories - MB’s office clarifies

Most S’gor Covid-19 clusters, not cases, are from factories - MB’s office clarifies

UPDATED 12.05AM | Amirudin earlier contradicted Health Ministry data that most Covid-19 cases are sporadic.

Additional RM2.1b BPR payment given in stages from today - Zafrul

Additional RM2.1b BPR payment given in stages from today - Zafrul

Most payments will be made from June 30 to July 2 via direct credit into accounts.

Children are meeting online strangers in person - Unicef

Children are meeting online strangers in person - Unicef

40pct of children report having bad experiences online they don't want to tell anyone about - Sarah Norton-Staal.

#BenderaPutih: Where to get help

#BenderaPutih: Where to get help

A list of supermarkets, restaurants, and NGOs where the needy can get food.

June 2021 - the month Covid-19 ravaged Malaysia despite lockdown

June 2021 - the month Covid-19 ravaged Malaysia despite lockdown

On average, 80 died per day due to Covid-19, or 3.3 deaths per hour.

We're still in Phase 1 of National Recovery Plan, don't be confused - Ismail

We're still in Phase 1 of National Recovery Plan, don't be confused - Ismail

Indicators for Phase 2 include average new cases to fall below 4k.

Senior police official says forced labour not 'out of control'

Senior police official says forced labour not 'out of control'

Most cases happen because of lack of knowledge by company owners, says ACP Azry Akmar Ayob.

RON97 up 2sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged

RON97 up 2sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged

The government will continue to monitor changes in crude oil prices and set fuel prices accordingly.

Lockdown: Govt should give B60 families RM1.5k monthly - Anwar

Lockdown: Govt should give B60 families RM1.5k monthly - Anwar

It can't be a one-off financial injection, says the PKR president.

Allianz General talks accidents, motor claims and debunking myths

Allianz General talks accidents, motor claims and debunking myths

Getting into an accident is a harrowing experience – from dealing with the initial shock to having to negotiate and make on-the-spot decisions as numerous touts and tow truck operators hover over you, and then dealing with the aftermath of making the accident claim.

With state govt vaccination drive, Selangor aims for 80pct vaccinated by Oct

With state govt vaccination drive, Selangor aims for 80pct vaccinated by Oct

State govt has launched its own vaccine initiative to complement the national one.

Cops to take Rashid Hasnon's statement over alleged durian feast

Cops to take Rashid Hasnon's statement over alleged durian feast

The Dewan Rakyat deputy speaker has pledged to give his full cooperation.

Ain, youth MPs, student reps among Dewan Muda leadership programme candidates

Ain, youth MPs, student reps among Dewan Muda leadership programme candidates

The youths will be mentored by leading figures in their respective fields.
S'wak to reopen economy once herd immunity achieved in August

S'wak to reopen economy once herd immunity achieved in August

The chief minister says the target is to vaccinate 80 percent of the state's population.

Police set up special unit to probe illegal vaccine sales, says Khairy

Police set up special unit to probe illegal vaccine sales, says Khairy

'We take these claims very seriously,' says the minister.

Families awarded RM1.5m damages over 2010 Glenmarie fatal shooting

Families awarded RM1.5m damages over 2010 Glenmarie fatal shooting

They hope the AGC will not appeal this decision so that the matter may finally be put to rest.
Non-interest-free moratorium just 'cosmetic financial placebo': Guan Eng

Non-interest-free moratorium just 'cosmetic financial placebo': Guan Eng

This moratorium will negligibly impact banks’ earnings and not reduce borrowers’ lending costs, says DAP sec-gen.

Suhakam alarmed by rise of suicides, calls for revival of registry

Suhakam alarmed by rise of suicides, calls for revival of registry

The registry helps with data collection, which helps in making long-term solutions.

New Selangor PKR Youth leader appointed amidst protests

New Selangor PKR Youth leader appointed amidst protests

Rawang rep Chua Wei Kiat is replacing Najwan Halimi.

Cabinet to discuss demands by contract medical officers - Adham

Cabinet to discuss demands by contract medical officers - Adham

'I am appealing to these doctors under contract schemes to be patient and calm,' says the minister.

Bersih launches mock recall election for Tebrau

Bersih launches mock recall election for Tebrau

The exercise is part of the group's advocacy efforts for electoral reform to prevent MPs from defecting.

Malaysia evaluating if Pfizer Covid-19 jab suitable for teenagers - Khairy

Malaysia evaluating if Pfizer Covid-19 jab suitable for teenagers - Khairy

UPDATED 6.30PM | This follows reports of heart inflammation in vaccine recipients.

Perak sultan gives consent to state assembly sitting - MB

Perak sultan gives consent to state assembly sitting - MB

UPDATED 5.32PM | Saarani Mohamad says the sultan also agreed to officiate the ceremony on the first day of the sitting.

Over 700,000 seniors still unvaccinated as more states go into Phase 3

Over 700,000 seniors still unvaccinated as more states go into Phase 3

This makes up 25pct of senior citizens registered for the Covid-19 vaccine.

KJ: Vaccination for Parliament staff starts today in preparation for sitting

KJ: Vaccination for Parliament staff starts today in preparation for sitting

The initiative involves some 400 employees who work on the premises, including sanitary and catering staff.
LETTER | Stop sharing news of suicides, this hurts society

LETTER | Stop sharing news of suicides, this hurts society

It suggests to emotionally distressed people that suicide is a way out.

Federal govt not appealing in suit over Temiar Orang Asli land dispute

Federal govt not appealing in suit over Temiar Orang Asli land dispute

This is regarding the purported encroachment into the Temiar’s customary land in Pos Simpor, Gua Musang.

COMMENT | Anger and frustrations through hashtags

COMMENT | Anger and frustrations through hashtags

Trending hashtags are a reflection of the rakyat’s sentiments. We have seen how governments can fall because of social media.

LETTER | Stop precarious system, make contract doctors permanent staff now

LETTER | Stop precarious system, make contract doctors permanent staff now

The government should transfer unused budgets from other ministries to the Health Ministry.
Covid-19 (June 30): 6,276 new cases, surge in Selangor

Covid-19 (June 30): 6,276 new cases, surge in Selangor

COVID-19 | Selangor reported 2,836 new cases, the fifth-highest on record for the state.

Stop Hunger: help us feed 10,000 B40 families

Stop Hunger: help us feed 10,000 B40 families

Thanks to you, we raised over RM200,000 and provided provisions to over 4,000 families in June.

MP SPEAKS | In memoriam for the 5,108 dead from Covid-19

MP SPEAKS | In memoriam for the 5,108 dead from Covid-19

If the Covid-19 vaccine was available sooner, many would have been spared death from the coronavirus.

Rashid admits to attending durian feast recently, not last year

Rashid admits to attending durian feast recently, not last year

UPDATED 2.36PM | The deputy speaker apologises for his mistakes and will cooperate with the police.

S’gor to dispense 40pct more vaccines this week, but how is unclear

S’gor to dispense 40pct more vaccines this week, but how is unclear

UPDATED 8.30PM | Details yet to be revealed though CITF will channel over 870k doses to the state next week.

Press freedom in Asean under severe threat, M'sia backsliding since Harapan fell

Press freedom in Asean under severe threat, M'sia backsliding since Harapan fell

This is according to Asian Democracy Network which published a study on the matter.

LETTER | Modern day flooding in 'developed' areas due to dereliction of duty?

LETTER | Modern day flooding in 'developed' areas due to dereliction of duty?

Plans for developments are first scrutinised by depts before approval yet flash floods occur due to poor drainage.

Najwan calls for EGM to appoint new PKR Youth chief to replace 'weak' Akmal

Najwan calls for EGM to appoint new PKR Youth chief to replace 'weak' Akmal

A challenge has been mounted after 6 PKR Youth leaders were sacked in a reshuffle.

Dewan Rakyat, Senate speakers urge PM to convene Parliament before Aug 1

Dewan Rakyat, Senate speakers urge PM to convene Parliament before Aug 1

Both the speakers of the Dewan Negara and Dewan Rakyat along with their deputies uphold the Agong’s decree.

Kane: England will be seen as a dangerous side now

Kane: England will be seen as a dangerous side now

England has beaten Germany 2-0 to reach the Euro 2020 quarter-finals.

Dr M: Anti-vaxxers no longer on the fringe, they could derail recovery

Dr M: Anti-vaxxers no longer on the fringe, they could derail recovery

'The possibilities of them challenging the vaccination process are very real,' says the former PM.
Indicators show 'total lockdown' losing steam as pandemic starts to worsen again

Indicators show 'total lockdown' losing steam as pandemic starts to worsen again

The infectivity rate has climbed to above 1.0 for the first time since June 5.
Sinovac jab produces strong antibodies in children: Study

Sinovac jab produces strong antibodies in children: Study

Rates of neutralising antibodies in children, teens over 96 percent after the two-dose vaccination, study shows.

Conference of Rulers meeting postponed to October

Conference of Rulers meeting postponed to October

The meeting is supposed to be held tomorrow.

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LETTER | M40 no longer govt's 'forgotten child' under Pemulih

LETTER | M40 no longer govt's 'forgotten child' under Pemulih

Often sidelined from receiving govt aid, this time M40 gets much-needed relief.

In one year, Hong Kong arrests 117 people under new security law

In one year, Hong Kong arrests 117 people under new security law

The law punishes acts which China considers as subversion, secession, terrorism and collusion with foreign forces with up to life in prison.
Prime minister hospitalised after bout with diarrhoea

Prime minister hospitalised after bout with diarrhoea

Muhyiddin Yassin is being treated at a Kuala Lumpur hospital.

LETTER | Yesterday was the king's third gentle reminder

LETTER | Yesterday was the king's third gentle reminder

While the Agong cannot interfere with matters of governance, he may remind.

Sleuths dissect Rashid's durian feast account in frame-by-frame breakdown

Sleuths dissect Rashid's durian feast account in frame-by-frame breakdown

The deputy speaker claimed it happened last year, but netizens find signs the incident was more recent.

COMMENT | Transparency needed for environment-related projects

COMMENT | Transparency needed for environment-related projects

We must acknowledge that we have lost much of our natural heritage.
Chinese censorship found at Australian universities - rights group

Chinese censorship found at Australian universities - rights group

Lecturers and Chinese students often self-censor to avoid getting themselves or their loved ones into trouble.

Azmin fails to strike out Gombak voters’ suit

Azmin fails to strike out Gombak voters’ suit

The case will go on trial in June next year.

Govt's policy hinders vaccine access to marginalised groups - Human Rights Watch

Govt's policy hinders vaccine access to marginalised groups - Human Rights Watch

HRW says govt's raid on undocumented migrants undermining its international calls for vaccine equity among nations.

Digital Building Ecosystem (13 of 13): Efficiency with TimeTec Workforce Management System

Digital Building Ecosystem (13 of 13): Efficiency with TimeTec Workforce Management System

Next Wednesday, TimeTec will start another new series for TimeTec Parking, stay tuned.
MP SPEAKS | Building a reading Simpang Renggam society

MP SPEAKS | Building a reading Simpang Renggam society

With Covid-19 taking a toll on education, it is hoped that reading will become a way of life for Simpang Renggam folk.

Najib's RM2.28b 1MDB trial to resume on July 5

Najib's RM2.28b 1MDB trial to resume on July 5

The postponement is due to the total lockdown to fight Covid-19.

Saudi Arabia plans second national airline as it diversifies from oil

Saudi Arabia plans second national airline as it diversifies from oil

It will catapult Saudi Arabia into the 5th rank globally in terms of air transit traffic.
Analysis: When do electric vehicles become cleaner than gasoline cars?

Analysis: When do electric vehicles become cleaner than gasoline cars?

Model calculates lifetime emissions of vehicles, developed by lab in Chicago, USA.

Takiyuddin wrong that Parliament can only convene after emergency - Kit Siang

Takiyuddin wrong that Parliament can only convene after emergency - Kit Siang

MP points out previous BN govt failed to revoke past emergencies for over 40 years but Parliament continued to sit.

Brazil to suspend Indian COVID-19 vaccine deal as graft allegations probed

Brazil to suspend Indian COVID-19 vaccine deal as graft allegations probed

President Jair Bolsonaro, whose popularity has faded as Brazil's death toll climbed past 500,000, has denied wrongdoing.
EU picks antibody treatments, arthritis drug as preferred Covid-19 therapies

EU picks antibody treatments, arthritis drug as preferred Covid-19 therapies

Four antibody treatments picked as an initial portfolio of preferred drugs to treat Covid-19.
Undeclared conflict? America's battles with Iran-backed militia escalate, again

Undeclared conflict? America's battles with Iran-backed militia escalate, again

We worry US slips into war without American public weighing in, says Senator Chris Murphy.

Cops probe officer for sending unsolicited texts to woman

Cops probe officer for sending unsolicited texts to woman

The woman was allegedly contacted by the police officer after submitting her interstate travel application.
COMMENT | I feel sorry for you, Nik Abduh

COMMENT | I feel sorry for you, Nik Abduh

An open letter to PAS leader Nik Abduh Nik Abdul Aziz.
Families of babies switched at birth appoint lawyers to take action

Families of babies switched at birth appoint lawyers to take action

'The incident has caused much misery and suffering to our clients and their two families,' says lawyer Samry Masri.

YOURSAY | Hear the cries of our junior doctors

YOURSAY | Hear the cries of our junior doctors

‘Junior doctors are contemplating a strike because there is nothing left to lose.’
COMMENT | Ask and you shall receive. Raise the white flag

COMMENT | Ask and you shall receive. Raise the white flag

This battle against the Covid-19 pandemic can only be won if we stand united as one nation and people...

After raising white flag, father of two gets help for food, rent

After raising white flag, father of two gets help for food, rent

Welder reportedly lost almost half his income due to the pandemic.

Time-travelling durian feast?

Time-travelling durian feast?

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