Archive - 7 July 2021

Regent wants Pahang govt to find revenue alternatives besides logging, mining

Regent wants Pahang govt to find revenue alternatives besides logging, mining

Tengku Hassanal also wants the state government to review a green border initiative.
Dr Adeeba backs Mahathir's call for independent council to tackle Covid-19

Dr Adeeba backs Mahathir's call for independent council to tackle Covid-19

'We need a team that just focuses on Covid-19,' says the infectious disease expert.
Man lodges police report over 'empty' Covid-19 vaccine syringe

Man lodges police report over 'empty' Covid-19 vaccine syringe

Simon Ng alleges that medical officers agreed to give him another jab if he deleted his video recording.

Miti greenlights more manufacturing sectors in S’gor to operate during EMCO

Miti greenlights more manufacturing sectors in S’gor to operate during EMCO

Companies in these sectors can resume operations using the existing CIMS 3.0 approval letter dated June 2021 and thereafter.
PN components rally behind Ismail Sabri's appointment

PN components rally behind Ismail Sabri's appointment

Ismail was appointed over more senior Umno leaders such as Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Mohamad Hasan.

DPM thanks Zahid for 'support', but PN exit still on Umno boss' agenda

DPM thanks Zahid for 'support', but PN exit still on Umno boss' agenda

Ismail's appointment has not swayed the supreme council against discussing an immediate exit from PN.
Seremban placed under EMCO

Seremban placed under EMCO

This is to ensure movement of residents in these localities can be controlled.

Singapore eyes sports, conferences, concerts for vaccinated residents

Singapore eyes sports, conferences, concerts for vaccinated residents

Singapore is seeing an accelerated Covid-19 vaccination rate and very few locally transmitted cases in recent weeks.
myNEWS shoppers can win delightful rewards with ‘Shop And Live Better’

myNEWS shoppers can win delightful rewards with ‘Shop And Live Better’

With the heightened need of healthier lifestyle, Malaysia’s leading home-grown convenience store myNEWS meets that demand through its collaboration with a renowned Japan’s high-quality home appliances brand, Panasonic, in the latest ‘Shop And Live Better’ campaign.

#4 - Tests beyond tests

#4 - Tests beyond tests

Assess your mental wellbeing, ace your next job interview and listen to a Math teacher who set a Guinness World Record (not in Math)

#3 - How are you coping with MCO?

#3 - How are you coping with MCO?

Join us as we discuss different ways of coping with stress, MCO life and understanding the many lockdown SOPs. Plus new music recommendation to add to your playlists

#2 - In the margins of psychoanalysis and stress

#2 - In the margins of psychoanalysis and stress

Learn about psychotherapy and figure out if it works for you. Listen to Ash & Daryl discuss adulting while being introduced to the different segments of YOUTHPHORIA

PM hopes PN parties will close ranks with DPM post, Zahid in cul-de-sac

PM hopes PN parties will close ranks with DPM post, Zahid in cul-de-sac

The appointments are seen as an attempt to pre-empt Zahid's attempt to take Umno out of the PN government.

AstraZeneca shots used in M'sia valid for travel to EU countries

AstraZeneca shots used in M'sia valid for travel to EU countries

EU delegation says certification for other WHO-approved vaccines could also be used to enter member countries.

No reports of free smartphone catching fire in Perak - MB

No reports of free smartphone catching fire in Perak - MB

Saarani responds to a post on social media by Muar MP Syed Saddiq.

Govt allocates RM3.8b for 4-month wage subsidies from Aug 1

Govt allocates RM3.8b for 4-month wage subsidies from Aug 1

It will be channelled to qualified employers and limited to 500 workers for each company.
Perak aims to move into Phase 3 of NRC next week, says MB

Perak aims to move into Phase 3 of NRC next week, says MB

Perak is among five states that transitioned to Phase 2 on July 5 along with Perlis, Pahang, T'ganu and K'tan.
Fuel prices: RON97 up one sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged

Fuel prices: RON97 up one sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged

This is for the period of July 8 to 14.

PM: Conditional adjustment to RM8.3b loan will reduce burden of Felda settlers

PM: Conditional adjustment to RM8.3b loan will reduce burden of Felda settlers

UPDATED 7PM | 'The average loan repayment is expected to be reduced to only RM250 to RM300 a month.'

Police record Mahfuz's statement on alleged SOP violation

Police record Mahfuz's statement on alleged SOP violation

Pokok Sena MP hopes this case can be solved fast.

Poster issue: Perak police record Fahmi Reza's statement

Poster issue: Perak police record Fahmi Reza's statement

This is regarding the poster of Perak MB uploaded on Facebook and Twitter.

CIMB, Bank Rakyat loan moratorium application opens today

CIMB, Bank Rakyat loan moratorium application opens today

Customers may opt for 50pct reduction in instalments for six months.

Famsy riding on booming consumer apparel personalisation trend

Famsy riding on booming consumer apparel personalisation trend

Chai estimated that, within the Asian market of which Famsy is a key player, the market opportunity currently stands at USD4.65 billion.
Klang hospital sets up canvas beds outside emergency dept

Klang hospital sets up canvas beds outside emergency dept

UPDATED 5.48PM | It is learnt those using the beds are Covid-19 patients awaiting transfer to a low-risk quarantine and treatment centre.

Ismail Sabri appointed DPM, Hishammuddin now senior minister

Ismail Sabri appointed DPM, Hishammuddin now senior minister

UPDATED 5.25PM | Hishammuddin will take over Ismail's security portfolio.

Cameron Highlands District Council hauled to court over stray dog bounty

Cameron Highlands District Council hauled to court over stray dog bounty

Animal activist files legal action over the council’s RM40 reward per one captured stray dog.

LETTER | Classify visa processing as an essential service

LETTER | Classify visa processing as an essential service

Deadlines for university intakes and jobs are fast approaching but applicants are unable to obtain visas.

LETTER | Bipartisanship needed to overcome livelihood crisis

LETTER | Bipartisanship needed to overcome livelihood crisis

We hope MPs will focus on the 3Rs in the upcoming special session of Parliament.

People’s Health Forum wants urgent action to avoid healthcare collapse

People’s Health Forum wants urgent action to avoid healthcare collapse

Former MP Dr Jeyakumar suggests patient transfer and roping in private hospitals.

LETTER | Prioritise vaccination for those with severe mental illness

LETTER | Prioritise vaccination for those with severe mental illness

The inability to get inoculated can lead to anxiety which can precipitate or exacerbate mental health problems.

Covid-19 (July 7): 7,097 cases with Klang Valley worst-hit, Pahang fails Phase 2 criteria

Covid-19 (July 7): 7,097 cases with Klang Valley worst-hit, Pahang fails Phase 2 criteria

Both Kuala Lumpur and Selangor see a four-digit increase in new Covid-19 cases.

Rafidah blasts 'unusually large' number of approvals for private colleges

Rafidah blasts 'unusually large' number of approvals for private colleges

Ex-minister questions the screening process for accreditation of these institutions.

Bukit Payung oldest Orang Asli gets vaccine after week of persuasion

Bukit Payung oldest Orang Asli gets vaccine after week of persuasion

'The injection was not painful at all.' - Puchat Lubak, 92, in the Temuan dialect.

Celebrating beautiful moments with vivo and UEFA EURO 2020™

Celebrating beautiful moments with vivo and UEFA EURO 2020™

vivo is the official smartphone for UEFA EURO 2020™ and has announced its “To Beautiful Moments” campaign, bringing to life vivo’s passion for making every moment more magical for its users.

AirAsia to buy Gojek's Thailand business for RM208m

AirAsia to buy Gojek's Thailand business for RM208m

AirAsia's digital units acquire two Thai technology businesses from Indonesian firm Gojek.

Sensitivity of two saliva Covid-19 self-tests over 90pct - Noor Hisham

Sensitivity of two saliva Covid-19 self-tests over 90pct - Noor Hisham

Guidelines for use of the tests expected next week, says the Health Ministry DG.

M'sian firm aims to offer Chinese vaccine to private sector by Sept

M'sian firm aims to offer Chinese vaccine to private sector by Sept

Yong Tai Bhd, which has an agreement with SZKT, has commenced its trial vaccination.

There will be debates, voting in 5-day Parliament sitting - PM’s aide

There will be debates, voting in 5-day Parliament sitting - PM’s aide

This comes amidst concerns that the sessions will see mere ‘briefings’ by govt.

TimeTec Smart Parking 1/12: Go Beyond Parking

TimeTec Smart Parking 1/12: Go Beyond Parking

Cashless is fast becoming the mainstream for parking, and touchless would be the next trend; but the two are payment and access method, not the gist of digitalization.
COMMENT | Azmin Ali’s policies will drive Covid-19 numbers up

COMMENT | Azmin Ali’s policies will drive Covid-19 numbers up

Are the poor being trapped with barbed wire just so rich factory owners can increase profits?
Three youths create app to help people find those in need

Three youths create app to help people find those in need

Sambal SOS app allows users to identify food banks and locations displaying calls for help through white flags.

Macau scam: Govt officer conned, loses RM370,000

Macau scam: Govt officer conned, loses RM370,000

The officer lodges a police report stating he was deceived by a man claiming to be from the IRB.

Glove factory shutdown affects earnings, helps global competitors

Glove factory shutdown affects earnings, helps global competitors

Maybank IB notes Top Glove, Hartalega, and Kossan suspended operations in Selangor.

340,043 vaccine doses administered yesterday - Adham Baba

340,043 vaccine doses administered yesterday - Adham Baba

Of the total, 133,286 are given as the second dose, while another 206,757 are given as the first dose.
'It can be any of us' - youth group says after cops question co-founder

'It can be any of us' - youth group says after cops question co-founder

Misi Solidariti calls for public to support its petition for the IPCMC after cops probe police brutality animation.

LETTER | Press freedom: Looming fear may become prevalent in M'sia

LETTER | Press freedom: Looming fear may become prevalent in M'sia

If local journalism impeded, govt will suffer under radar of international media.

LETTER | Solo dining and cycling should be allowed

LETTER | Solo dining and cycling should be allowed

Solo diners can wear a mask until food arrives, leave as soon as they are done eating to minimise Covid-19 risk.

LETTER | Managing and preventing suicide with compassion

LETTER | Managing and preventing suicide with compassion

The pandemic situation and the lockdown have given rise to negative effects on all citizens.
Shafee under Covid-19 quarantine, Najib's 1MDB trial vacated

Shafee under Covid-19 quarantine, Najib's 1MDB trial vacated

UPDATED 11.20AM | The RM2.28b corruption trial at KL High Court will resume Aug 17.

China's Xi takes dig at US in speech to political parties around world

China's Xi takes dig at US in speech to political parties around world

Beijing has doubled down on seeking support and affirmation from friendly nations such as North Korea and Serbia.
Factory worker’s family awarded nearly RM300k over 2014 custodial death

Factory worker’s family awarded nearly RM300k over 2014 custodial death

The Court of Appeal's decision includes damages for negligence and dependency claim.

Overwhelmed Indonesian coffin maker issues Covid-19 warning

Overwhelmed Indonesian coffin maker issues Covid-19 warning

Indonesia is battling one of Asia's worst coronavirus outbreaks.
Singapore says Asean aims to speed up plan to end Myanmar crisis

Singapore says Asean aims to speed up plan to end Myanmar crisis

Its foreign minister says Asean is committed to five-point consensus to deal with crisis but it will not be 'quick or easy'.

Harapan: Parliament sitting to hear people's voices, not ministers' lectures

Harapan: Parliament sitting to hear people's voices, not ministers' lectures

Sitting must address the people’s grievances, restore their hopes and seek solutions to problems, Harapan leaders say.

Cops hunt for 69 Pulau Gaya residents who escaped to avoid EMCO

Cops hunt for 69 Pulau Gaya residents who escaped to avoid EMCO

It is believed they escaped while on the way to the quarantine and low-risk treatment centre, says Masidi.

Bezos, Branson and Musk: Who is winning the space tourism race?

Bezos, Branson and Musk: Who is winning the space tourism race?

Bezos, Branson and Musk have been investing billions of dollars in their space startups.
Deputy agriculture minister to resolve alleged 'phone marriage' scandal

Deputy agriculture minister to resolve alleged 'phone marriage' scandal

Che Abdullah Mat Nawi suspects this is to jeopardise his reputation and affect his work.

Italy reach final to continue storming comeback from World Cup failure

Italy reach final to continue storming comeback from World Cup failure

Jorginho coolly rolled the decisive kick past Spain keeper Unai Simon in the semi-final at Wembley.
Canadian indigenous group takes charge of child welfare services

Canadian indigenous group takes charge of child welfare services

Accord marks first time in 70 years the community will have control over child, family services among its members.

Dutch crime reporter De Vries fighting for his life after shooting

Dutch crime reporter De Vries fighting for his life after shooting

Three suspects were detained, including the possible shooter, police say.
COMMENT | Developing country solidarity needed to fight pandemic apartheid

COMMENT | Developing country solidarity needed to fight pandemic apartheid

The North now undermines the very globalisation it once imposed on the South.
Vaccine buses to go to plantations, Selangor PPR soon

Vaccine buses to go to plantations, Selangor PPR soon

Cases in these areas are high and the Movak programme will be extended to them, says minister Zuraida Kamaruddin.

Penang businesses eager to reopen in NRP Phase 2

Penang businesses eager to reopen in NRP Phase 2

They hope the easing of restrictions will bring much-needed sales.

Sarawakian sape player Alena Murang keeps on bagging int'l awards

Sarawakian sape player Alena Murang keeps on bagging int'l awards

Warrior spirit of ancestors is the inspiration for her latest music video.

TMJ wants temporary accommodations for JB homeless to curb virus spread

TMJ wants temporary accommodations for JB homeless to curb virus spread

The crown prince says they are among vulnerable groups who are exposed to Covid-19.

COMMENT | Holding power to account on custodial deaths

COMMENT | Holding power to account on custodial deaths

Once again, we desperately need the Independent Police Complaints of Misconduct Commission.

YOURSAY | Wan Saiful, no guarantee politicians won’t break pledge

YOURSAY | Wan Saiful, no guarantee politicians won’t break pledge

‘What guarantee do you want, Wan Saiful? You took our govt, now we want it back.’
'Hybrid' Parliament complicated, committee aims to wrap up before July 26

'Hybrid' Parliament complicated, committee aims to wrap up before July 26

Dewan Negara president Rais Yatim says the Standing Orders, among others, will have to be amended.

COMMENT | Vaccine equity: Equal access to vaccines for all, really?

COMMENT | Vaccine equity: Equal access to vaccines for all, really?

'Vaccine inequity is real. It is not just a buzzword. It is here alongside the virus. It is within the community.'

Limkokwing students distraught as accreditation issue still not addressed

Limkokwing students distraught as accreditation issue still not addressed

The university assures it will be addressed but they are facing delays due to the MCO.

Lockdown week 6, 'situation normal'

Lockdown week 6, 'situation normal'

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