Archive - 24 August 2021

Health Ministry: One third of 300 permanent position offers rejected

Health Ministry: One third of 300 permanent position offers rejected

The offers will be extended to other contract doctors.

Azmin didn’t threaten to withdraw support over DPM post, says aide

Azmin didn’t threaten to withdraw support over DPM post, says aide

He says such reports are to destabilise ruling alliance.

6 localities in Sabah, 3 in Pahang to be placed under EMCO

6 localities in Sabah, 3 in Pahang to be placed under EMCO

The EMCO will start from Aug 26 to Sept 8.

PSB to remain independent, opts out of Harapan

PSB to remain independent, opts out of Harapan

Party only backed Anwar Ibrahim as PM to restore GE14 mandate.

Ex-deputy minister Lajim Ukin undergoing Covid-19 treatment

Ex-deputy minister Lajim Ukin undergoing Covid-19 treatment

UPDATED 10.24PM | He was confirmed positive about a week ago.

Buy only MDA-approved Covid-19 self-test kits, MMA tells public

Buy only MDA-approved Covid-19 self-test kits, MMA tells public

Fake kits pose health and safety risks.

SOP non-compliance among causes of Covid-19 spike

SOP non-compliance among causes of Covid-19 spike

Other causes include community spread, social visits and factories.

Dr M: Unreasonable to call for confidence vote now, may damage country's image

Dr M: Unreasonable to call for confidence vote now, may damage country's image

He says PM may fail vote, resulting in another administration change.

Labuan to be first to move to Phase 4 of NRP on Aug 26

Labuan to be first to move to Phase 4 of NRP on Aug 26

About 92.4pct of Labuan's adult population are fully vaccinated.

I scream ice-cream! Celebrate Hari Merdeka with Baskin-Robbins’ 3-day 31%-off special

I scream ice-cream! Celebrate Hari Merdeka with Baskin-Robbins’ 3-day 31%-off special

Join Club 31 to scoop up more ice-cream happiness!

High Court orders Iranian man's release after 152 days 'unlawful' detention

High Court orders Iranian man's release after 152 days 'unlawful' detention

He was not presented to a magistrate for a remand order.

No further action for Fahmi Reza's #dengkike sedition case

No further action for Fahmi Reza's #dengkike sedition case

This is over a satirical artwork using the queen's image.

What is LazMall? A guide to avoid counterfeits online

What is LazMall? A guide to avoid counterfeits online

A survey by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in 2018 found that 60% of online shoppers are concerned about fake retailers online.
MOE: 1,517 school children lost parents to Covid-19

MOE: 1,517 school children lost parents to Covid-19

A taskforce has been formed to channel aid and care.

Harapan lists 4 areas of reforms for new PM

Harapan lists 4 areas of reforms for new PM

The areas include fiscal, institutional, legal and the NRP.

Hong Kong proposes film censorship law to 'safeguard national security'

Hong Kong proposes film censorship law to 'safeguard national security'

This is seen as another sign of freedoms being whittled away.

Pahang allows night markets to resume operations for fully vaccinated

Pahang allows night markets to resume operations for fully vaccinated

Need to show digital vaccination certificate as proof.
China says Western militaries must be held accountable for Afghanistan debacle

China says Western militaries must be held accountable for Afghanistan debacle

Beijing says such military intervention brought 'great suffering'.

Terengganu sultanah has to testify in suit against Rewcastle-Brown, 2 others

Terengganu sultanah has to testify in suit against Rewcastle-Brown, 2 others

Court of Appeal sets aside decision to exempt the sultanah from proceedings.

UN rights boss says has credible reports of Taliban executions

UN rights boss says has credible reports of Taliban executions

Many people are also hiding fearing reprisals.

Exco: 135 Orang Asli confirmed as Covid-19 positive in S'gor

Exco: 135 Orang Asli confirmed as Covid-19 positive in S'gor

They are from Gombak, Petaling, Kuala Langat, Klang and Sepang.

Lynas claims deadline extended for PDF due to Covid-19 constraints

Lynas claims deadline extended for PDF due to Covid-19 constraints

According to a source, ex-minister Khairy signed the extension.

Housewife fined RM10k for insulting king, royal institution

Housewife fined RM10k for insulting king, royal institution

The fine is also in default of six months' jail.

MCA wants minister who ‘empathises’ with Chinese new villages

MCA wants minister who ‘empathises’ with Chinese new villages

The local government minister post is traditionally held by MCA.

PM must get involved in decision-making on vaccination drives - Klang MP

PM must get involved in decision-making on vaccination drives - Klang MP

This is because the population has yet to reach herd immunity.

Rafidah calls on new govt to spend responsibly, scrutinise finances

Rafidah calls on new govt to spend responsibly, scrutinise finances

Spending during the Covid-19 pandemic has not been transparent.
LETTER | Imperative to set up new ministry to tackle climate change

LETTER | Imperative to set up new ministry to tackle climate change

All activities and spending can be coordinated in this way.

No mining lease for lanthanide issued in Jelai, says Pahang MB

No mining lease for lanthanide issued in Jelai, says Pahang MB

The allegation on social media is not untrue.
Court throws out Khairuddin's suit to challenge emergency proclamation

Court throws out Khairuddin's suit to challenge emergency proclamation

High court allows government to strike out the suit.

Allianz General readies claims support in Kedah, Penang and Perak

Allianz General readies claims support in Kedah, Penang and Perak

Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (Allianz General) has mobilised its claims team to assist in fast flood claims settlement in Kedah, Penang, and Perak.
GPS wants MP from Sabah, S'wak to helm Rural Development Ministry

GPS wants MP from Sabah, S'wak to helm Rural Development Ministry

It will be more meaningful to us, says sec-gen.
Azalina's resignation paves the way for parliamentary reforms - Kit Siang

Azalina's resignation paves the way for parliamentary reforms - Kit Siang

This includes appointing an opposition member as deputy speaker.

Don't 'overdose' on following PM around, Umno leader tells MPs

Don't 'overdose' on following PM around, Umno leader tells MPs

It does not reflect well on the PM or Umno, he says.
Delta variant cases exceed 13,000 in South Korea

Delta variant cases exceed 13,000 in South Korea

The variant is becoming the dominant strain in the country.

Covid-19 (Aug 24): 20.8k cases, 5 states outside Klang Valley hit record highs

Covid-19 (Aug 24): 20.8k cases, 5 states outside Klang Valley hit record highs

UPDATED 7.50PM | Klang Valley recovery dampened by worsening situation in other states.

S'gor receives 7.5m doses of vaccine from govt as of yesterday

S'gor receives 7.5m doses of vaccine from govt as of yesterday

The vaccines include Sinovac, Pfizer and AstraZeneca.

Ahmad Maslan pleads not guilty to RM2m tax declaration failure charge

Ahmad Maslan pleads not guilty to RM2m tax declaration failure charge

MP accused of money laundering over RM2m received from Najib.

LETTER | Tired and distracted, let's now start on a clean slate

LETTER | Tired and distracted, let's now start on a clean slate

Do your politicking in the next general election.

Kedah govt requests additional allocation for farmers in Yan

Kedah govt requests additional allocation for farmers in Yan

Paddy fields have been affected by mudflow and floods.
LETTER | A need for strategic calm

LETTER | A need for strategic calm

Effective teamwork is required to design solutions to country's challenges.

'Old faces in new cabinet' – Zaid warns Zahid against premature claims

'Old faces in new cabinet' – Zaid warns Zahid against premature claims

'We don't know who the cabinet members are.'

Trial delayed after Zahid admitted to hospital for back injuries

Trial delayed after Zahid admitted to hospital for back injuries

Judge issues subpoena to doctor to appear in court tomorrow.

Zuraida to meet ambassador hoping to empower Afghan women

Zuraida to meet ambassador hoping to empower Afghan women

MP will propose setting up agency to assist women, children there.

Azmin poised to become DPM, according to Bersatu, Umno sources

Azmin poised to become DPM, according to Bersatu, Umno sources

Umno sources claim this was a power play by Azmin.

E-Nation explores technology and the future in Series 3: Tech for Good on 26 August 2021

E-Nation explores technology and the future in Series 3: Tech for Good on 26 August 2021

E-Nation 2021 launched on the 31st of March, brings together innovative minds with a common purpose, to convert impact driven concepts into actions, to shake up the status quo, and to enrich societies through positive and innovative discussions.
China warns Tibet climate risks could soar despite short-term gains

China warns Tibet climate risks could soar despite short-term gains

The region is facing rising flood hazards, more frequent extreme heat.
Kelantan state assembly elects Wan Martina as senator

Kelantan state assembly elects Wan Martina as senator

She will replace Asmak Husin whose term ended on June 30.

Kamala Harris says Beijing continues to 'coerce' in South China Sea

Kamala Harris says Beijing continues to 'coerce' in South China Sea

US veep vows Washington will pursue free and open Indo-Pacific.

US hands former Tijuana drug cartel boss to Mexico

US hands former Tijuana drug cartel boss to Mexico

He was sent back after serving time in US prison.

PM under fire after Umno MPs tag along to flood-ravaged Kedah districts

PM under fire after Umno MPs tag along to flood-ravaged Kedah districts

Ismail Sabri is also criticised over welcome billboard in disaster area.

Shocked! Chong Wei reacts to Taufik’s match-fixing revelation

Shocked! Chong Wei reacts to Taufik’s match-fixing revelation

However, he has no intention of naming and shaming the person.
A very Malaysian Merdeka with MR.DIY’s 64th Merdeka Celebration

A very Malaysian Merdeka with MR.DIY’s 64th Merdeka Celebration

As the 64th year of Malaysian independence comes around, MR.DIY thinks about how far it has come as a company as well.
Resume Supplementary Food Programme for schoolchildren, govt urged

Resume Supplementary Food Programme for schoolchildren, govt urged

Hunger doesn't stop when schools closed.

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Ku Li urges govt to conduct PM confidence vote in Parliament soon

Ku Li urges govt to conduct PM confidence vote in Parliament soon

This will ensure Ismail Sabri can govern without interference, he says.

Afghanistan's new Great Game: China, Pakistan, India jockey for position

Afghanistan's new Great Game: China, Pakistan, India jockey for position

There was much cheering in Pakistan over India's discomfiture at the turn of events.

Yeoh and friends urge other opposition parties to join Harapan

Yeoh and friends urge other opposition parties to join Harapan

This is in line with 'big tent' concept to forge unity.

'Hopes are high' - Zahid wants new govt to avoid Muhyiddin's failures

'Hopes are high' - Zahid wants new govt to avoid Muhyiddin's failures

Umno president lists down previous govt's mistakes including Covid-19 policies.

No let up in Covid-19 pandemic around the world

No let up in Covid-19 pandemic around the world

Covid-19 is still raging. Here's the latest situation.
Improving care in healthcare

Improving care in healthcare

I experienced it first-hand as a patient for both public and private facilities, as I still remember how strenuous and unfriendly it was for me when I went for a regular check-up.
Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine gains full US regulatory approval

Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine gains full US regulatory approval

Govt hopes this will convince more people to get vaccinated.

Ex-Indonesian minister jailed for 12 years in Covid-19 graft scandal

Ex-Indonesian minister jailed for 12 years in Covid-19 graft scandal

He received kickbacks in relation to the procurement of goods.
Biden expected to decide within 24 hours on Afghan evacuation deadline

Biden expected to decide within 24 hours on Afghan evacuation deadline

'Was it worth it? Yes. Does it still hurt? Yes,' says General David Berger.
LETTER | Harapan should never deal with Umno, Bersatu, PAS

LETTER | Harapan should never deal with Umno, Bersatu, PAS

If we do sit down with them, it will be to negotiate their resignation.
Johor state assembly postponed for second time after Covid-19 cases detected

Johor state assembly postponed for second time after Covid-19 cases detected

The sitting has been moved to Sept 6.

YOURSAY | The jostling has already begun

YOURSAY | The jostling has already begun

‘All they seem to know is how to get power and positions.’
Witness unsure if 1MDB obtained BNM permission for huge transactions

Witness unsure if 1MDB obtained BNM permission for huge transactions

Najib's defence questions ex-CEO on US$975m loan for buy-back option.

IGP heads list of 695 Malacca award recipients

IGP heads list of 695 Malacca award recipients

Acryl Sani receives DGSM award which carries the Datuk Seri title.

Health DG encourages use of face shields in public

Health DG encourages use of face shields in public

'Face shields can be quickly and affordably produced and distributed.'

Covid-19 vaccines: Doctors' group roasts 'clueless' CITF justification to drop GPs

Covid-19 vaccines: Doctors' group roasts 'clueless' CITF justification to drop GPs

MMA questions why CITF not acting according to Health DG's advice.

Lobbying for ministerial posts

Lobbying for ministerial posts

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