Archive - 13 August 2021

Bipartisan cooperation mature move to stabilise political crisis - PN leaders

Bipartisan cooperation mature move to stabilise political crisis - PN leaders

Cooperation gives all parties chance to fight Covid-19, says Wan Saiful.

Zahid: Umno cannot consider offers by illegitimate PM

Zahid: Umno cannot consider offers by illegitimate PM

Umno president describes Muhyiddin's move as desperate.

11 Covid-19 self-test kits approved - health minister

11 Covid-19 self-test kits approved - health minister

7 tests use saliva samples, others use nasal swab samples.

Covid-19: M'sia selected to test effectiveness of new drugs

Covid-19: M'sia selected to test effectiveness of new drugs

The drugs are artesunate, imatinib and infliximab.

Muhyiddin has no standing to offer 'open bribery', says Harapan

Muhyiddin has no standing to offer 'open bribery', says Harapan

UPDATED 11.17PM | Opposition coalition rejects reform proposals in exchange for its support.

'With more vaccinated, hospital admission decreases for severe Covid-19'

'With more vaccinated, hospital admission decreases for severe Covid-19'

Reduction seen in Labuan, Sarawak, N Sembilan, KL and Putrajaya.

Undi18 campaigners detest being used as PM's 'bargaining chip'

Undi18 campaigners detest being used as PM's 'bargaining chip'

'Undi18 should not be used for political manoeuvring.'

MATRADE propelling digitally enabled Halal trade at Mihas 2021

MATRADE propelling digitally enabled Halal trade at Mihas 2021

65% of Visitors, 57% of Exhibitors Expect Digital Event Technology to Remain Relevant After the Pandemic, says Global Event Organisers

Lawyers: Remaining in office without majority not an option for PM

Lawyers: Remaining in office without majority not an option for PM

Constitution only stipulates two options - call for polls or resign.

Health Ministry wants stricter border control to curb Lambda variant spread

Health Ministry wants stricter border control to curb Lambda variant spread

UPDATED 10PM | No Lambda variant cases detected so far, says DG.

DAP MPs at odds over PM's peace offering

DAP MPs at odds over PM's peace offering

UPDATED 12.05AM | One says it should be discussed, the other does not trust Muhyiddin.

No Covid-19 clusters from #Lawan demonstration, says DG

No Covid-19 clusters from #Lawan demonstration, says DG

This is amid allegations that at least one participant is infected.

Rina: 33 children have lost both parents to Covid-19

Rina: 33 children have lost both parents to Covid-19

Community leaders are urged to report Covid-19 orphans to govt.

EMCO at 10 localities in Sabah, Pahang from Sunday

EMCO at 10 localities in Sabah, Pahang from Sunday

This includes Jalan Blue Valley-Lojing in Cameron Highlands.

Double-digit GDP growth indicates continued recovery trajectory - Zafrul

Double-digit GDP growth indicates continued recovery trajectory - Zafrul

GDP growth for Q2 2021 is at 16.1pct.

LETTER | Very risky to reopen schools in September

LETTER | Very risky to reopen schools in September

We could be putting children (and adults they are exposed to) at great risk through the premature reopening of schools.

Boo: Are our Covid-19 management guidelines too loose?

Boo: Are our Covid-19 management guidelines too loose?

Has this loose criterion of management contributed partly to the rampant spikes in Covid-19 cases too, he poses?

Opposition parties, MPs reject PM's offer and want him to resign

Opposition parties, MPs reject PM's offer and want him to resign

UPDATED 12AM | They view PM's proposals as last-ditch attempt to save his position.

PM promises GE15 by July 2022, won't allow 'kleptocrats' to rule

PM promises GE15 by July 2022, won't allow 'kleptocrats' to rule

UPDATED 7.38PM | 'It's my duty not to allow kleptocrats to rule if conflict not resolved.'

Spectacular own goal in numbers game - Zuraida scorches Harapan

Spectacular own goal in numbers game - Zuraida scorches Harapan

This shows that opposition cannot form government.

Save Rivers suit not meant to undermine mediation with natives: Samling Group

Save Rivers suit not meant to undermine mediation with natives: Samling Group

Suit due to NGO repeating compliance allegations against it, firm adds.

Next 48 hours is crucial - Najib

Next 48 hours is crucial - Najib

The government's legitimacy will be determined soon.

Muhyiddin offers olive branch to opposition, promises reforms

Muhyiddin offers olive branch to opposition, promises reforms

PM wants to meet party leaders next week on possible deal.

DPM has audience with Johor sultan, meets with MB

DPM has audience with Johor sultan, meets with MB

The meeting at Istana Pasir Pelangi lasted over an hour.

Dead fish pile up at Sg Penchala after effluents flow into river

Dead fish pile up at Sg Penchala after effluents flow into river

Authorities have ordered the factory concerned to take immediate action.

Partial win for late ex-minister's mum over grandchildren in inheritance suit

Partial win for late ex-minister's mum over grandchildren in inheritance suit

This is over Jamaluddin Jarjis' RM2.1b estate.

LETTER | I'd settle for a cat to be PM rather than see Najib's return

LETTER | I'd settle for a cat to be PM rather than see Najib's return

Do we want a PM who has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and a fine of RM210 million?

Thinner and contrite, Samsung's leader walks out of jail on parole

Thinner and contrite, Samsung's leader walks out of jail on parole

President's office says Lee's release is in national interest.

Allianz General launches Allianz Business Shield

Allianz General launches Allianz Business Shield

Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (Allianz General) recently launched Allianz Business Shield, aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) minimise their business risks in times of crisis.

Taliban captures Afghanistan's Kandahar, Herat; embassies getting staff out

Taliban captures Afghanistan's Kandahar, Herat; embassies getting staff out

Deadly Taliban insurgency turns into rout of security forces.

First HK election under revamped system to be largely uncontested

First HK election under revamped system to be largely uncontested

Only 1,056 nominations have been received for 980 seats.

China's new US envoy stresses importance of Taiwan in first high-level meeting

China's new US envoy stresses importance of Taiwan in first high-level meeting

Taiwan is a frequent flashpoint for China-US relations.

Afghan women bankers forced from roles as Taliban takes control

Afghan women bankers forced from roles as Taliban takes control

The group seems to go back on its promise on women's rights.

Inform police of overcrowding at vaccination centres - Bukit Aman

Inform police of overcrowding at vaccination centres - Bukit Aman

This will enable police to make necessary preparations.

'???' tweet on Ali Rustam photo triggers sedition dragnet

'???' tweet on Ali Rustam photo triggers sedition dragnet

So far, eight individuals have been called up by police.

A growing mismatch: Overcoming the skilled digital talent crunch

A growing mismatch: Overcoming the skilled digital talent crunch

We are living in the era of code. Everyone is desperate to hire developers. Yet, 9 out of 10 fresh graduates I’ve previously received for every programming role lack relevant skills for workplace readiness — let alone make an app.

Najib insinuates PN behind pardon petition, pledges to fight cases in court

Najib insinuates PN behind pardon petition, pledges to fight cases in court

Ex-PM says no need for pardon as he's innocent.

COMMENT | Challenge of being positive in these trying times

COMMENT | Challenge of being positive in these trying times

Tired of news, I stumbled on video of veterinarian Salehatul.

MP SPEAKS | Minority government 101

MP SPEAKS | Minority government 101

How this matter is dealt with is of utmost importance to us.
Klang MP requests more urgent help for HTAR

Klang MP requests more urgent help for HTAR

The situation remains dire even after Adham's visit.

Bukit Aman freezes leave for all personnel with immediate effect

Bukit Aman freezes leave for all personnel with immediate effect

UPDATED 4.12PM | Management director says it is 'normal practice', nothing to do with election or protests.

Covid-19 wrap-up: Only 2pct of new cases critical

Covid-19 wrap-up: Only 2pct of new cases critical

Malaysia's 1.3m cases puts it at 27th of 216 nations.

Without vote, numbers from speaker merely speculation - Annuar Musa

Without vote, numbers from speaker merely speculation - Annuar Musa

It can be challenged until proven in Dewan Rakyat.

Covid-19 (Aug 13): 21.4k new cases, 277 deaths, Perlis reports record high

Covid-19 (Aug 13): 21.4k new cases, 277 deaths, Perlis reports record high

Five states outside Klang Valley also reporting four digit cases.

Zakir Naik loses appeal over transfer of defamation suit to Penang High Court

Zakir Naik loses appeal over transfer of defamation suit to Penang High Court

Court strikes out the preacher's appeal.

COMMENT | Suggestions for getting children back to school safely

COMMENT | Suggestions for getting children back to school safely

A joint working committee between parents and the school is vital.

The Industry-Academic Cultivation Program of High-level Talents in Semiconductor Industry

The Industry-Academic Cultivation Program of High-level Talents in Semiconductor Industry

Connecting world class talents and resources through Semiconductor Industry-Academic Cultivation Program

Seven activists probed for sedition over planned second #Lawan protest

Seven activists probed for sedition over planned second #Lawan protest

No arrests have been made so far.

LETTER | No one mechanism on loss of confidence

LETTER | No one mechanism on loss of confidence

The constitution does not provide the mechanism to determine a loss of confidence in the PM.

Q2 GDP lower q-on-q, Bank Negara slashes annual growth forecast

Q2 GDP lower q-on-q, Bank Negara slashes annual growth forecast

The economy is expected to grow only 3 to 4 percent.

COMMENT | Botak Chin - crime, punishment and posterity

COMMENT | Botak Chin - crime, punishment and posterity

Regardless, he keeps a dubious place of honour in popular memory, as both a Robin Hood and brutal gangster.
Group seeks royal pardon for Najib, wants him to be PM

Group seeks royal pardon for Najib, wants him to be PM

He will impose proper lockdown to fight Covid, says PSUAM.

US authorises Covid vaccine boosters for immunocompromised

US authorises Covid vaccine boosters for immunocompromised

Some countries including Israel and Germany have administered 3rd shot.

Four Air Force personnel killed in amok incident in Kuching

Four Air Force personnel killed in amok incident in Kuching

UPDATED 8.36PM | Air Force will leave it to police to investigate.

Harapan calls for MPs to back Anwar as PM, avoid snap polls

Harapan calls for MPs to back Anwar as PM, avoid snap polls

UPDATED 2.48PM | Harapan only has 88 MPs on its side.

KJ: 12 to 17-year-olds set to be eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations

KJ: 12 to 17-year-olds set to be eligible for Covid-19 vaccinations

Priority for those with medical conditions; more details next week.

Sabah limits supermarkets only to those fully vaccinated, but less strict for now

Sabah limits supermarkets only to those fully vaccinated, but less strict for now

If we dither on rules, public won't prioritise vaccination - Masidi.

Aug 30 decision on legal bid for lower voting age nationwide

Aug 30 decision on legal bid for lower voting age nationwide

Kuching High Court to deliver judgment at 2.30pm.

Be the next changemaker and find yourself at ISKL

Be the next changemaker and find yourself at ISKL

When we talk about changemakers, usually the likes of activists or politicians come to mind. But there are various ways to make a difference in today’s world. Some may be very obvious, but others may make an impact in a more subtle manner. More often than not, we do not realize that our actions may have significantly changed the trajectory of someone else’s life.
SEEK Asia: ‘Workforce of the future’ is one that keeps reskilling, upskilling

SEEK Asia: ‘Workforce of the future’ is one that keeps reskilling, upskilling

SEEK is an associate member at the upcoming World Economic Forum to be held early next year

UN warns any fighting in Kabul would be 'catastrophic' for civilians

UN warns any fighting in Kabul would be 'catastrophic' for civilians

Taliban deny killing civilians and suggest a UN team to conduct an inquiry.

Thai volunteers provide lifeline to elderly, sick cut off by pandemic

Thai volunteers provide lifeline to elderly, sick cut off by pandemic

'The existence of volunteer groups shows how the govt has failed...'
Philippine court dismisses libel case against journalist Maria Ressa

Philippine court dismisses libel case against journalist Maria Ressa

Second case to be thrown out by a court after complainant withdrew.
MCA leader moots storing vaccination status in MyKad to prevent abuse

MCA leader moots storing vaccination status in MyKad to prevent abuse

'This will help those who don't have smartphones.'

Harapan didn't offer Youth chief post to Umno - PKR MP

Harapan didn't offer Youth chief post to Umno - PKR MP

Fahmi Fadzil refutes 'fake statement' on social media.

US and Britain to evacuate embassies as Taliban advances in Afghanistan

US and Britain to evacuate embassies as Taliban advances in Afghanistan

The West is ready to abandon Afghanistan as Kandahar and Herat fall.
China cities declare rain 'red alerts' as flood death toll hits 21

China cities declare rain 'red alerts' as flood death toll hits 21

Extreme weather is now becoming more frequent as a result of climate change.

COMMENT | East Germany comes to Muhyiddin's Malaysia

COMMENT | East Germany comes to Muhyiddin's Malaysia

'The grassroots opposition movements in our country will lead to a unified Malaysia, soon.'

Will police investigate Kedah MB? MP asks after Sanusi's critics nabbed

Will police investigate Kedah MB? MP asks after Sanusi's critics nabbed

'Police must be seen to act without fear or favour'.

COMMENT | Govt is reopening all the wrong states

COMMENT | Govt is reopening all the wrong states

Reopening Phase 2 states is like signing death warrants.

YOURSAY | Record high deaths – our health system is collapsing

YOURSAY | Record high deaths – our health system is collapsing

‘It is very disheartening to hear Bowie Kong’s ordeal…’
Climate change: Worst-case scenario sees M'sia defaulting on debts by 2050

Climate change: Worst-case scenario sees M'sia defaulting on debts by 2050

'M'sia, China, Chile and Mexico would be the hardest hit by end of the century.'

Have you read Aug 9 letter copied to us, Azalina asks Rashid

Have you read Aug 9 letter copied to us, Azalina asks Rashid

One deputy speaker asks the other deputy speaker about the palace's letter.
COMMENT | A decade left to end the pandemic and save the climate

COMMENT | A decade left to end the pandemic and save the climate

Global solidarity needed to overcome the crisis.

Women trying to conceive should get vaccinated - medical expert

Women trying to conceive should get vaccinated - medical expert

This is to lower the risk of infection.

Kedah govt has never awarded RM1.3b project to any party - Sanusi

Kedah govt has never awarded RM1.3b project to any party - Sanusi

The state MB denies a power abuse report lodged against him.

MCA Youth: There should not be separate rules for eatery workers, patrons

MCA Youth: There should not be separate rules for eatery workers, patrons

'Workers should be fully vaccinated too.'

The palace's letter

The palace's letter

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