Archive - 12 August 2021

Covid-19: Social activities among causes of high cases in S’wak

Covid-19: Social activities among causes of high cases in S’wak

The state record an all-time high of 1,216 cases today.

Selangor govt to subsidise Covid-19 burials of all faiths

Selangor govt to subsidise Covid-19 burials of all faiths

Exco member to reveal more details soon.

Deputy minister quarantined after household members contract Covid-19

Deputy minister quarantined after household members contract Covid-19

Che Abdullah's son and daughter-in-law test positive for the virus.

Covid-19: 784 Orang Asli test positive in Bidor, 8 deaths

Covid-19: 784 Orang Asli test positive in Bidor, 8 deaths

The data is based on screening on 5,156 residents.

PM: Action against anti-vaxxers to be announced by next month

PM: Action against anti-vaxxers to be announced by next month

Research and study will be conducted about this group.

EMCO at 14 localities in four states from Saturday

EMCO at 14 localities in four states from Saturday

The four states are Sabah, Kelantan, Pahang, and Sarawak.

Meeting with PN leaders just a normal one - Muhyiddin

Meeting with PN leaders just a normal one - Muhyiddin

'I miss them,' says the PM.

Perak to implement 'bubble concept' for state assembly sitting

Perak to implement 'bubble concept' for state assembly sitting

It will involve four main elements.

Govt channels over RM941m under frontliners special allowance - Zafrul

Govt channels over RM941m under frontliners special allowance - Zafrul

The amount is based on 2,580,506 claims.
Khazanah to increase high impact investments via RM6b fund

Khazanah to increase high impact investments via RM6b fund

It will pursue greater accountability in its development investing.
Adakah peluang pekerjaan sektor halal semakin diperlukan? Apa potensinya?

Adakah peluang pekerjaan sektor halal semakin diperlukan? Apa potensinya?

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Kedah MB's macabre humour fails to tickle DAP Youth members, reports lodged

Kedah MB's macabre humour fails to tickle DAP Youth members, reports lodged

Sanusi's remark is insensitive, unprofessional and irresponsible, claim complainants.

S'gor to provide free test kits for Covid-19 patients

S'gor to provide free test kits for Covid-19 patients

This is to monitor the health of their family members.

Maria Chin denies MP trio are 'durian' lovers

Maria Chin denies MP trio are 'durian' lovers

A poster has been making rounds on social media today.

Consider OECD suggestion to bring back GST - Mustapa

Consider OECD suggestion to bring back GST - Mustapa

UPDATED 6.15PM | Policy-makers should mull over it when the time is right.

Perlis state rep tests positive for Covid-19

Perlis state rep tests positive for Covid-19

Gan Ay Ling's service centre will be temporarily closed.

National Unity Ministry sets SOP for non-Muslim houses of worship

National Unity Ministry sets SOP for non-Muslim houses of worship

Attendees must be fully vaccinated and limited to 50 people.

Coroner has no power to issue leave for committal proceedings, court heard

Coroner has no power to issue leave for committal proceedings, court heard

The coroner acted in bid to commence proceedings against ex-AG Tommy Thomas.

Govt to launch app to help users choose right telco

Govt to launch app to help users choose right telco

Users can identify which telco provides the best internet access.
Voice for the Voiceless: Aunty Jenny Speaks Up for Strays

Voice for the Voiceless: Aunty Jenny Speaks Up for Strays

Aunty Jenny, 57, a housewife has been rescuing strays for more than 20 years since 2000 and is now part of the non-profit initiative, A Dog’s Life with her son, Lester. The non-profit initiative is focused on saving strays in and around the areas of Klang.
Home minister rejects Muda's appeal for registration as political party

Home minister rejects Muda's appeal for registration as political party

Muda will challenge the decision.

MACC report lodged against Kedah MB alleging abuse of power

MACC report lodged against Kedah MB alleging abuse of power

On an RM1b tourism project awarded to a firm with questionable credentials.

Palace writes to speaker requesting for PM's number of support

Palace writes to speaker requesting for PM's number of support

UPDATED 8.40PM | Source says the letter was sent to speaker on Aug 9.

Covid-19 (Aug 12): 21.6k cases; Kedah, Sabah exceed 2k cases

Covid-19 (Aug 12): 21.6k cases; Kedah, Sabah exceed 2k cases

UPDATED 7.55PM | The 318 deaths today is the second-highest on record.

'MIC members bemused over party's loyalty to PM who clearly failed'

'MIC members bemused over party's loyalty to PM who clearly failed'

So says a former sec-gen, adding they are mortgaging MIC's future.

PM treated to royal lunch, briefs Johor ruler on latest developments

PM treated to royal lunch, briefs Johor ruler on latest developments

The Johor sultan earlier today threatened to dissolve the state assembly.

LETTER | Govt should take firmer stand on fake vaccination certs

LETTER | Govt should take firmer stand on fake vaccination certs

Charge these cybercriminals under the Sosma.
S'gor govt to discuss reopening schools, don't want a 'premature decision'

S'gor govt to discuss reopening schools, don't want a 'premature decision'

MB says state made the mistake of allowing travel early.

Najib cabinet gave go-ahead for audit of 1MDB: Prosecution witness

Najib cabinet gave go-ahead for audit of 1MDB: Prosecution witness

The minutes of the cabinet meeting was read out in court.

Ronald Kiandee dismisses speculation of the PM resigning

Ronald Kiandee dismisses speculation of the PM resigning

PN parties will give undivided support to Muhyiddin to lead, he adds.

'Good man' Muhyiddin not a dictator, will surrender - PKR MP

'Good man' Muhyiddin not a dictator, will surrender - PKR MP

PM surely aware he no longer commands a majority - lawmaker.

Shop with Watsons to win a new home at Gamuda Cove

Shop with Watsons to win a new home at Gamuda Cove

Members getting more in conjunction with Watsons’ 11th members anniversary celebration

Indah Water's concession agreement extended until Dec 31, 2034

Indah Water's concession agreement extended until Dec 31, 2034

This is based on its excellent performance, says minister.

States should take lead addressing electoral boundary issues: Bersih

States should take lead addressing electoral boundary issues: Bersih

They can address state electoral issues without federal approval.

As deadline looms, MP nudges govt on laptop distribution for students

As deadline looms, MP nudges govt on laptop distribution for students

Govt yet to contribute 150,000 devices as promised.

PM's legitimacy unquestionable until MPs cast their vote - legal experts

PM's legitimacy unquestionable until MPs cast their vote - legal experts

Statements expressing or withdrawing support must be done in Parliament.
Pharmaniaga unit inks deal for additional supply of 6m doses of Covid-19 vaccine

Pharmaniaga unit inks deal for additional supply of 6m doses of Covid-19 vaccine

The move will help the country achieve its targeted vaccination rate.

'Politicians shouldn't go after critics' - minister says amid Kedah MB's offensive

'Politicians shouldn't go after critics' - minister says amid Kedah MB's offensive

UPDATED 2.48PM | Sanusi's office has been lodging reports, causing critics to be arrested.

Prosecution witness: Najib telephoned Jho Low during 2009 1MDB meet

Prosecution witness: Najib telephoned Jho Low during 2009 1MDB meet

Reference to Low's presence was allegedly removed.

Vote of confidence currently scheduled for Sept 7, minister says

Vote of confidence currently scheduled for Sept 7, minister says

UPDATED 2PM | Saifuddin adds a notice has been issued by the speaker.

LETTER | Battling Covid-19: Challenges, burden and response

LETTER | Battling Covid-19: Challenges, burden and response

All must help to get the country back on track.

Kit Siang: Why deaths mounting despite improved picture painted by govt?

Kit Siang: Why deaths mounting despite improved picture painted by govt?

Only two deaths in August last year, he reminds.

Johor sultan threatens to dissolve state assembly if reps act selfishly

Johor sultan threatens to dissolve state assembly if reps act selfishly

UPDATED 12PM | However, ruler says polls only after Covid-19 is under control.

Scholarship expo invites students to explore future jobs and  higher education in the EU and ASEAN

Scholarship expo invites students to explore future jobs and higher education in the EU and ASEAN

Explore the endless possibilities for your future at the 4th ASEAN-EU Cooperation and Scholarship Day!
Perak PKR wants transparency in rape probe linked to Gombak Setia rep

Perak PKR wants transparency in rape probe linked to Gombak Setia rep

Alleged victim has struggled to get police update on her case.

Hackers return RM1.1b to cryptocurrency platform after massive theft

Hackers return RM1.1b to cryptocurrency platform after massive theft

It is one of the biggest ever cryptocurrency heists.

China regulatory storm tests nerves, limits of top-down policy

China regulatory storm tests nerves, limits of top-down policy

The furious pace of new rules has roiled companies, say analysts.

Ali Biju: Anwar wrong, not speaker’s job to determine PM’s majority

Ali Biju: Anwar wrong, not speaker’s job to determine PM’s majority

He accuses Anwar of deliberately ignoring the constitution.

Taliban could take Afghan capital within 90 days: US intelligence

Taliban could take Afghan capital within 90 days: US intelligence

After rapid gains, the Taliban captured the eighth provincial capital.

COMMENT | After Muhyiddin steps down, then what?

COMMENT | After Muhyiddin steps down, then what?

There seems to be nothing in place, no Plan B.
Cops summon Umno leader after FB commentators slam Kedah MB

Cops summon Umno leader after FB commentators slam Kedah MB

Sungai Petani division chief vows to continue speaking up.

YOURSAY | Another throw of the dice in our fight against Covid

YOURSAY | Another throw of the dice in our fight against Covid

‘Easing restrictions at this stage may sound the death knell.’
Age restrictions on AstraZeneca shot have ended reports of rare clots

Age restrictions on AstraZeneca shot have ended reports of rare clots

Scientists noted this, weeks after restricting its use in under-40s.

Overcrowding at Rumah Prihatin @ Grand Seasons due to misunderstanding

Overcrowding at Rumah Prihatin @ Grand Seasons due to misunderstanding

False information floated that walk-in Covid shots were offered to non-citizens.

COMMENT | The slow decay of the Malay political establishment

COMMENT | The slow decay of the Malay political establishment

PN did not work despite being as Malay as it gets.

Experts: Agong empowered to disregard dissolution advice, appoint new PM

Experts: Agong empowered to disregard dissolution advice, appoint new PM

'This is the constitutional role held by the king.'
COMMENT | Can non-Malay politicians be anything other than 'pak turut'?

COMMENT | Can non-Malay politicians be anything other than 'pak turut'?

Non-Malay power structures are completely irrelevant in our political landscape.

Paediatric expert renews call to vaccinate children before schools reopen

Paediatric expert renews call to vaccinate children before schools reopen

However, Musa cautions that not all vaccines are suitable.

DAP rep: 'Avowed wish' for opposition to gain power, but immediate focus is rakyat

DAP rep: 'Avowed wish' for opposition to gain power, but immediate focus is rakyat

Sabai rep says Harapan will surely handle the pandemic better.

Royal pressure

Royal pressure

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Large fire engulfs plastic recycling facility in Klang

Large fire engulfs plastic recycling facility in Klang

Despite dramatic videos on social media, no one was hurt.