Archive - 16 July 2021

New SOP: Department stores to shut toy and other sections

New SOP: Department stores to shut toy and other sections

This is for states and territories under Phase 1 of the National Recovery Plan, as well as those under Phase 2.
Sinovac will only be available through private market by August, says KJ

Sinovac will only be available through private market by August, says KJ

No issue of the government 'replacing' Sinovac with other vaccines, says the minister.
Khairy: New Malacca Encore PPV to open seven days a week

Khairy: New Malacca Encore PPV to open seven days a week

The Encore PPV will have the capacity to administer 1,000 doses of vaccines a day.
EMCO at 24 localities in four states from July 18 - DPM

EMCO at 24 localities in four states from July 18 - DPM

The EMCO will be in force at 14 localities in Pahang, 4 in Selangor and 3 each in Sabah and Sarawak.

Malaysians told not to travel interstate during Aidiladha celebration

Malaysians told not to travel interstate during Aidiladha celebration

'I hope people will learn from what happened during Aidilfitri,' says DPM.

Vaccination centres must accept migrant workers with appointments - Khairy

Vaccination centres must accept migrant workers with appointments - Khairy

This follows complaints that migrant workers were turned away from certain vaccination centres.

CITF plugs loophole in MySejahtera to stop illegal vaccine agents

CITF plugs loophole in MySejahtera to stop illegal vaccine agents

Loophole identified in the 'Add Vaccinee' feature, says Khairy.

Fugitive wanted for Bill Kayong’s murder arrested after six years

Fugitive wanted for Bill Kayong’s murder arrested after six years

The suspect was believed to be hiding in China before authorities there deported him over an expired passport.

Allianz Life’s PreciousCover and BabyCover provide a blanket of comfort for mothers and their little ones

Allianz Life’s PreciousCover and BabyCover provide a blanket of comfort for mothers and their little ones

Pregnancy and the journey an expectant mother experiences as she looks forward to bringing a bundle of joy into the family is a super exciting feeling.
Livestream Derma Kilat Rakyat!

Livestream Derma Kilat Rakyat!

Covid-19: Help is all around

Covid-19: Help is all around

KINILENS | Residents of Flat Fadason in Kepong received food aid via the Lion Food Aids programme.

Ops Surge Capacity in Klang Valley to see all registered get first dose by Aug 1

Ops Surge Capacity in Klang Valley to see all registered get first dose by Aug 1

UPDATED 9.40PM | After Aug 1, vaccine centres in Klang Valley will allow walk-ins to mop up others yet unregistered or unrecorded.

Klang Valley seniors without appointments can walk in for jabs starting tomorrow

Klang Valley seniors without appointments can walk in for jabs starting tomorrow

UPDATED 9.14PM | A special lane will be set up for those aged 60 and above.

Selangor EMCO ends at midnight tonight

Selangor EMCO ends at midnight tonight

'The NSC has agreed not to extend the EMCO,' says DPM.

Nostalgic Malaysian treats with Maru Shiok

Nostalgic Malaysian treats with Maru Shiok

Maru Kafe is taking you on a nostalgic trip filled with childhood treats with a Japanese twist to delight your taste buds with offerings like Sambal Bilis Onigiri to Chicken Potato Curry Sandwich.
Report claims Selayang Hospital morgue running out of space

Report claims Selayang Hospital morgue running out of space

The report also claims that the hospital is appealing for refrigerated containers to be used as makeshift morgues.

Setting of TH RCI to be finalised soon, won't affect profit distribution - Zulkifli

Setting of TH RCI to be finalised soon, won't affect profit distribution - Zulkifli

'We will ensure that the RCI will be independent and transparent,' says the minister.
LETTER | Projek Bangsa Malaysia aims to raise RM3 million with charity concert

LETTER | Projek Bangsa Malaysia aims to raise RM3 million with charity concert

The concert will be livestreamed on Facebook on July 17, 11am to 4pm.

Private Covid-19 assessment centre opens in PJ to take load off Stadium Malawati

Private Covid-19 assessment centre opens in PJ to take load off Stadium Malawati

The centre at Jalan Templer is privately-run and costs RM60 for admin fee and RM20 a day for home monitoring.

Two cops detained over alleged extortion

Two cops detained over alleged extortion

The victim claims he was asked to pay the cops RM200 in cash after being stopped for violating SOP.

Sinovac use not being terminated but saved for second dose

Sinovac use not being terminated but saved for second dose

Local Sinovac vaccine licence holder Pharmaniaga Bhd says it is supplying 12 million doses, as per its contract.

Virus outbreaks at Olympic hotels sow frustration, stoke infection fears

Virus outbreaks at Olympic hotels sow frustration, stoke infection fears

Experts say the outbreaks underscore the risks and difficulties in holding the Games amid a pandemic.

South Korean youth fight 'click war' in hunt for Covid-19 vaccines

South Korean youth fight 'click war' in hunt for Covid-19 vaccines

Vaccines are scarce amid surge of new Covid cases which set daily records.

'Unconstitutional' to not debate emergency declaration - MP

'Unconstitutional' to not debate emergency declaration - MP

Chang Lih Kang terms the one-way briefing for MPS as an 'insult to the Federal Constitution'.

Chilean Sinovac trial leaders recommend third dose of Covid-19 vaccine

Chilean Sinovac trial leaders recommend third dose of Covid-19 vaccine

Levels of protective antibodies are found to drop off after six months.
US to sanction Chinese officials and warn companies over Hong Kong - sources

US to sanction Chinese officials and warn companies over Hong Kong - sources

The move is in response to Beijing's crackdown on democracy on the territory.

Pakatan Harapan denies agreement signed to back PN

Pakatan Harapan denies agreement signed to back PN

UPDATED 5.50PM | Attempt to drag Harapan into Umno internal struggle, says Saifuddin Nasution.

#TakNakScam: Facebook, police launch anti-scam awareness campaign

#TakNakScam: Facebook, police launch anti-scam awareness campaign

The campaign involving a few notable NGOs as well aims, among other things, to protect the people's privacy.

Govt loses appeal in legal action over KVDT2 project

Govt loses appeal in legal action over KVDT2 project

Dhaya Maju LTAT can take legal action against govt decision to terminate KVDT2 contract.

COMMENT | A Malaysian, a soldier and a gentleman

COMMENT | A Malaysian, a soldier and a gentleman

The late Mohd Ghazali Haji Che Mat was held in awe by his soldiers, by politicians and by journalists.

Covid-19 (July 16): 12,541 cases, 7,116 in Klang Valley

Covid-19 (July 16): 12,541 cases, 7,116 in Klang Valley

UPDATED 8.00PM | Negeri Sembilan reported a record 1,619 cases, fourth day in a row with cases exceeding 1,000.

Covid-19: Minister wants strategy similar to Battle of Stalingrad's Pyrrhic victory

Covid-19: Minister wants strategy similar to Battle of Stalingrad's Pyrrhic victory

Over 1.1 million Soviets died defending Stalingrad, more than the enemy's casualties.

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Sinovac jab finds supporters in Singapore despite effectiveness questions elsewhere

Sinovac jab finds supporters in Singapore despite effectiveness questions elsewhere

Those taking the vaccine say its low efficacy is less of a concern in a country where Covid-19 is under control.

Appoint senators to join Tabung Haji RCI - Senate Caucus

Appoint senators to join Tabung Haji RCI - Senate Caucus

Hope the setting up of RCI would restore reputation of Tabung Haji - Razali Idris.

COMMENT | Is it so hard to ask for a proper democracy?

COMMENT | Is it so hard to ask for a proper democracy?

Those elected by the people should ensure every decision they make is for the benefit of the country.

It's a crime to share photos identifying child victims like Bella - Suhakam

It's a crime to share photos identifying child victims like Bella - Suhakam

Images and videos of the special needs child who was abused by her guardian had been widely shared on social media.

MP SPEAKS | Noor Hisham, stop making promises you can't keep

MP SPEAKS | Noor Hisham, stop making promises you can't keep

When MCO 3 was launched on May 23, Malaysians were told cases would drop if we stayed home.

Court adjourns Tronoh rep's rape case after hearing testimony of two witnesses

Court adjourns Tronoh rep's rape case after hearing testimony of two witnesses

Several more witnesses to be called in the trial of Paul Yong Choo Kiong.

Manifest your cooking passion with COOKHOUSE

Manifest your cooking passion with COOKHOUSE

You can now find a space designed to inspire and support artisans and food entrepreneurs to build their empire.

Family seeks answers after father admitted for operation dies from Covid-19

Family seeks answers after father admitted for operation dies from Covid-19

UPDATED 2.25PM | Family's lawyer claims 70-year-old tested negative for Covid upon admission to hospital on May 5.

386k public uni students to benefit from fee discount - ministry

386k public uni students to benefit from fee discount - ministry

Fee discount is between 10 and 35 percent.

RM2m exceeds election spending limits, NGO points out after court lets off Ku Nan

RM2m exceeds election spending limits, NGO points out after court lets off Ku Nan

C4 says the spending limit for parliamentary constituencies is only RM200,000.

Health Ministry approves Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine: Noor Hisham

Health Ministry approves Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine: Noor Hisham

UPDATED 1.03PM | It requires two doses to be administered at a 21-day interval.

LETTER | The military should be given a shot at Covid-19 management

LETTER | The military should be given a shot at Covid-19 management

The armed forces' Health Service Division has extensive experience in managing infectious diseases.

LETTER | Should we start #DuniaGagal to reflect global Covid-19 surge?

LETTER | Should we start #DuniaGagal to reflect global Covid-19 surge?

The Delta variant is infecting people worldwide at a 'scorching pace.'

Dec 15 hearing for Indira Gandhi's suit against police, govt

Dec 15 hearing for Indira Gandhi's suit against police, govt

KL High Court this morning dismisses police and govt application to strike out Indira's suit.

Record-high 460,000 Covid-19 vaccine doses administered yesterday - health minister

Record-high 460,000 Covid-19 vaccine doses administered yesterday - health minister

More than 300,000 recipients were receiving their first dose.

Diplomats from 48 countries oppose politicisation of Covid origin

Diplomats from 48 countries oppose politicisation of Covid origin

'Common enemy of mankind can only be defeated by solidarity.'

MP SPEAKS | Focus more on specific figures than on daily number of Covid-19 cases

MP SPEAKS | Focus more on specific figures than on daily number of Covid-19 cases

With the right set of figures, there's hope the economy can reopen slowly and safely.

S Korea PM says further gathering limits may be needed as virus cases rise

S Korea PM says further gathering limits may be needed as virus cases rise

More than 1,500 Covid-19 cases have been reported today, fuelled by the more infectious Delta variant.

Volunteer undertakers bear the dead from Indonesian homes as Covid-19 deaths rise

Volunteer undertakers bear the dead from Indonesian homes as Covid-19 deaths rise

Indonesia struggling to cope with a devastating wave of cases driven by the highly contagious Delta variant.

China missing from itinerary of US diplomat's second Asia tour

China missing from itinerary of US diplomat's second Asia tour

There has been no high-level meeting between the two countries amid heightened tensions.

China should provide raw data on pandemic's origins - WHO's Tedros

China should provide raw data on pandemic's origins - WHO's Tedros

'We owe it to the millions who suffered and the millions who died to know what happened.'

COMMENT | Durians, dengki-ke and double standards

COMMENT | Durians, dengki-ke and double standards

This is the story of Malaysia - of the little man standing up against the big man.
Ku Nan’s RM2m corruption conviction quashed

Ku Nan’s RM2m corruption conviction quashed

UPDATED 5.30PM | The court allowed the appeal in a majority 2-1 decision.

COMMENT | My temporary farewell to Parliament

COMMENT | My temporary farewell to Parliament

'My hope is that one day all senators are elected directly by voters through the ballot boxes...'

Man shot dead after attacking police with machete

Man shot dead after attacking police with machete

Local cops say the man attacked officers who responded to a domestic violence complaint.

Senate president has no say on confidence motion in Dewan Rakyat - MP

Senate president has no say on confidence motion in Dewan Rakyat - MP

Rais Yatim had said in an interview that he does not expect a no-confidence motion to be tabled in the lower House.

After Martian landscape experience in Kuantan, bauxite mining set to resume

After Martian landscape experience in Kuantan, bauxite mining set to resume

The EIA report lists three major concerns, which include river and air pollution.

Don't challenge Covid-19 SOPs, DPM warns factories, businesses

Don't challenge Covid-19 SOPs, DPM warns factories, businesses

Ismail Sabri Yaakob says most people have been doing their part in the pandemic.

Contact tracing in Klang Valley futile, focus on accelerating vaccination - MP

Contact tracing in Klang Valley futile, focus on accelerating vaccination - MP

Dr Kelvin Yii says it is assumed that most have been exposed to Covid-19 due to high case numbers.

COMMENT | Jokers we put up, jokers we must bring down

COMMENT | Jokers we put up, jokers we must bring down

'That’s the right action to take and within our power to do so.'

Sime Darby Plantation scraps rights panel after resignations

Sime Darby Plantation scraps rights panel after resignations

One member who quit cites concerns over a lack of transparency.

YOURSAY | Do we still have a plan for Covid-19?

YOURSAY | Do we still have a plan for Covid-19?

‘Not many people believe in what you say anymore.’
COMMENT | Some other elements of recovery

COMMENT | Some other elements of recovery

Two aspects are crucial to enabling a successful recovery: vaccination and the ability to travel.

Annuar under home quarantine after aide tests positive for Covid-19

Annuar under home quarantine after aide tests positive for Covid-19

His office will also be closed for a few days.

TIME dotCom-AVM Group aims to be Malaysia’s ‘Trusted’ Multi-Hybrid Cloud Provider of Choice

TIME dotCom-AVM Group aims to be Malaysia’s ‘Trusted’ Multi-Hybrid Cloud Provider of Choice

The group today owns and operates a Malaysia-wide network, while also being the first Malaysian teleco to also own fibre network infrastructure in neighbouring Singapore.
'Mental Health and I' - epidemiologist launches mental health awareness platform

'Mental Health and I' - epidemiologist launches mental health awareness platform

It aims to discuss mental health topics such as sex addiction, homophobia and suicide, among other matters.

Nothing but 5 days of 'ministers' explanations' on Parliament schedule

Nothing but 5 days of 'ministers' explanations' on Parliament schedule

Several MPs criticised the schedule, which shows that all the days are slated for ministers to provide explanations.

Politics vs empathy

Politics vs empathy

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