Archive - 3 September 2021

NIP pays special attention to states with vaccination rate below 55pct

NIP pays special attention to states with vaccination rate below 55pct

The states are Sabah, Kelantan, Kedah, Johor, Perak, Terengganu and Pahang.
About 13k next-of-kin yet to apply for Covid-19 death management special aid

About 13k next-of-kin yet to apply for Covid-19 death management special aid

'The special assistance is only for Malaysian citizens.'
Three localities in Perak, Pahang to come under EMCO from Sunday

Three localities in Perak, Pahang to come under EMCO from Sunday

The EMCO will be until Sept 18.

Ziyad's coach: I am responsible for disqualification

Ziyad's coach: I am responsible for disqualification

'Don't point fingers at others,' says Faizol.
Hunted by the men they jailed, Afghanistan's women judges seek escape

Hunted by the men they jailed, Afghanistan's women judges seek escape

Women who work in justice have already been high profile targets.
Semenyih water plant closed, second time this week

Semenyih water plant closed, second time this week

Odour pollution returns just a day after supply was fully restored.

Langkawi all set to receive tourists from Sept 16

Langkawi all set to receive tourists from Sept 16

This is subject to the SOP set by the NSC.

Ziyad’s disqualification: Now not the time to start pointing fingers - CDM

Ziyad’s disqualification: Now not the time to start pointing fingers - CDM

'The Malaysian contingent took joint responsibility and shared equal burden.'
Unvaccinated teachers barred from face-to-face classes - Radzi

Unvaccinated teachers barred from face-to-face classes - Radzi

Some 2,500 teachers have reportedly refused vaccination.

Muslim digital matchmaking platform Baituljannah recorded over 85% increase in registered users during Malaysia’s pandemic restrictions

Muslim digital matchmaking platform Baituljannah recorded over 85% increase in registered users during Malaysia’s pandemic restrictions

Baituljannah, one of Malaysia’s top Muslim digital matchmaking platform is pleased to announce record-breaking key metrics and data from their platform today, reporting a staggering 85 percent increase in the number of users, with almost 1 million Muslim singles registered on its platform compared to roughly 500,000 users in June last year.
LETTER | Make schools safe first before reopening classes

LETTER | Make schools safe first before reopening classes

All teachers and students must be vaccinated first.

Dine-in ban in S'wak south zone extended to Sept 19

Dine-in ban in S'wak south zone extended to Sept 19

This follows the worrying trend in Covid-19 cases.

Possible action against workers who refuse vaccine - minister

Possible action against workers who refuse vaccine - minister

Action possible under Occupational Safety and Health act.

MIC stays with BN despite political differences - Saravanan

MIC stays with BN despite political differences - Saravanan

The cooperation among BN partners remains strong, he adds.

Issue on reopening of cinemas brought to NSC’s attention - Annuar

Issue on reopening of cinemas brought to NSC’s attention - Annuar

'The government will announce something soon,' he says.

Proposal to place MACC under Parliament being reviewed - Rais Yatim

Proposal to place MACC under Parliament being reviewed - Rais Yatim

'It can further increase public's trust towards MACC if accepted.'

Thunderstorms expected throughout inter-monsoon season

Thunderstorms expected throughout inter-monsoon season

Keep vital documents in safe, accessible place.

Azmin: Porsche's entry into M’sia will create high-quality jobs, niche tech capabilities

Azmin: Porsche's entry into M’sia will create high-quality jobs, niche tech capabilities

'This is based on its reputation as a high-performance manufacturer.'
Minister: No need to renew driving licence, road tax until Dec 31

Minister: No need to renew driving licence, road tax until Dec 31

The moratorium period has been extended.

Sarawak expecting more Covid-19 cases with more tests

Sarawak expecting more Covid-19 cases with more tests

The state govt has spent RM2m to purchase the test kits.

Allianz Malaysia recognised for CG disclosure excellence by MSWG

Allianz Malaysia recognised for CG disclosure excellence by MSWG

Allianz Malaysia Berhad (Allianz Malaysia) was awarded the Excellence Award for Corporate Governance (CG) Disclosure and Industry Excellence Award for financial services at the recent Minority Shareholders Watch Group (MSWG) MSWG-ASEAN CG Award 2020.
GE15: Umno-PAS seat distribution 70pct concluded - Mohamad

GE15: Umno-PAS seat distribution 70pct concluded - Mohamad

Any party that won a seat before will contest, he says.

PM speaks to dead security guard's kin, vows to uphold justice

PM speaks to dead security guard's kin, vows to uphold justice

The prime minister says he was appalled by the incident.

KJ to discuss with MOE on vaccination mandate for teachers

KJ to discuss with MOE on vaccination mandate for teachers

'This is because there's a legal implication,' says the minister.

14 PPVs in Terengganu to start walk-in vaccination from Sunday

14 PPVs in Terengganu to start walk-in vaccination from Sunday

State Health Dept wants to achieve herd immunity with 80pct vaccinated.

100-day KPI: Suhakam tells Hamzah to professionalise the police force

100-day KPI: Suhakam tells Hamzah to professionalise the police force

The human rights commission says govt cannot keep quiet.

Socso to provide lifelong pension for widow of assaulted security guard

Socso to provide lifelong pension for widow of assaulted security guard

She also received RM14k to cover his medical, funeral expenses.

Japan's struggling PM Suga steps down, sets the stage for a new leader

Japan's struggling PM Suga steps down, sets the stage for a new leader

His support ratings sank below 30pct as Japan struggled against Covid.

New Zealand sees success in curbing Delta outbreak as new cases plunge

New Zealand sees success in curbing Delta outbreak as new cases plunge

It reports 28 new cases today.

Ministry will propose to cabinet a reward for shot put athlete Ziyad

Ministry will propose to cabinet a reward for shot put athlete Ziyad

Ziyad missing out on RM1.1m reward after disqualification.

KJ: Self-test kit pricing is final, rakyat comes first

KJ: Self-test kit pricing is final, rakyat comes first

UPDATED 6.50PM | He says govt is aware of complaints by retailers, suppliers.

AutoCount launches its new cloud-based accounting software to revolutionized SMEs and the accounting industry.

AutoCount launches its new cloud-based accounting software to revolutionized SMEs and the accounting industry.

Embrace business digitalization through AutoCount Cloud Accounting software.

Medik-Link launches ventilator donation campaign by donating RM500,000 worth of ventilators

Medik-Link launches ventilator donation campaign by donating RM500,000 worth of ventilators

Medik-Link, a leading provider of medical and dental equipment in Malaysia is giving back to the community with a donation of 6 Philips Respironics ventilators which are made up of 5 units of Philips Respironics V60 Plus and 1 unit of Philips Respironics Trilogy EV300 to Ministry of Health (MOH) to support Cat 4 & 5 Covid patients who require respiratory support.
Bersih, Reform lay out what needs to be done for parliamentary independence

Bersih, Reform lay out what needs to be done for parliamentary independence

'There's a need for parliamentary autonomy in administrative, financial aspects.'

Covid-19 (Sept 3): 19,378 new cases, 330 deaths

Covid-19 (Sept 3): 19,378 new cases, 330 deaths

Epicenter for the spread of Covid-19 may have shifted away from the capital.

Hadi hopes to do more as special envoy

Hadi hopes to do more as special envoy

Talks held with 10 countries in previous tenure - PAS president.

Kuching court orders govt to lower voting age by Dec 31

Kuching court orders govt to lower voting age by Dec 31

UPDATED 4.55PM | This follows the legal action filed by 5 Sarawakian youths.

New Zealand police kill 'extremist' who stabbed six in a supermarket

New Zealand police kill 'extremist' who stabbed six in a supermarket

The killer, a Sri Lankan, had been in NZ for 10 years.

Taliban co-founder Baradar to lead new Afghanistan govt - sources

Taliban co-founder Baradar to lead new Afghanistan govt - sources

The new government is expected to be announced soon.

US has no plans to release billions in Afghan assets, Treasury says

US has no plans to release billions in Afghan assets, Treasury says

Food and fuel prices are soaring across Afghanistan.

Stringent MM2H requirements may trigger mass exodus - MP

Stringent MM2H requirements may trigger mass exodus - MP

Hannah Yeoh urges govt to review new conditions for expats.

myNEWS announces Minion Monsters collectibles up for grabs

myNEWS announces Minion Monsters collectibles up for grabs

Illumination’s Minion Monsters are taking over myNEWS! From 1 September until 31 October, myNEWS shoppers can collect limited-edition Minion Monsters merchandise when shopping at the store with the myNEWS app.
S'gor should revoke forest reserve de-gazettement, not postpone - NGO

S'gor should revoke forest reserve de-gazettement, not postpone - NGO

UPDATED 5.21PM | De-gazettement in force once published, 'postponement' makes no sense.

Mat Hasan sees silver lining in not being in the cabinet

Mat Hasan sees silver lining in not being in the cabinet

'It's not easy being a minister during a crisis.'

MP SPEAKS | When high values are conspicuously missing

MP SPEAKS | When high values are conspicuously missing

Respect and honour the voices of the people or masses.
Deviant teachings: Bukit Aman records statement from 'Sittah Annur'

Deviant teachings: Bukit Aman records statement from 'Sittah Annur'

The woman is linked to a group allegedly spreading deviant religious teachings.

Zafrul to propose raising statutory debt limit to 65pct

Zafrul to propose raising statutory debt limit to 65pct

Debt-to-GDP now 58pct, may breach 60pct by year's end.

S’gor Harapan: State exco to deliberate Kuala Langat degazettement

S’gor Harapan: State exco to deliberate Kuala Langat degazettement

UPDATED 12.45PM | This follows widespread criticism of the move.

Law minister seeks to modernise Parliament, get rid of pre-Merdeka rules

Law minister seeks to modernise Parliament, get rid of pre-Merdeka rules

Privilege & Powers Act completely obsolete, outdated, says Wan Junaidi.

China slams 'incorrect' politics in show business, high actor pay

China slams 'incorrect' politics in show business, high actor pay

Some 'effeminate' stars are immoral, says an opinion piece.
Public invited to share ideas with MOF for Budget 2022

Public invited to share ideas with MOF for Budget 2022

They can submit their inputs based on four consultation papers.

Thousands join protest in Bangkok demanding PM's resignation

Thousands join protest in Bangkok demanding PM's resignation

They vow to return every day until he leaves office.
Rebels hold out in Afghan valley as Taliban set up govt in Kabul

Rebels hold out in Afghan valley as Taliban set up govt in Kabul

The rebels are under Massoud, son of a ex-Mujahideen commander.
COMMENT | What will happen to Malaysia, with the old guards back in control?

COMMENT | What will happen to Malaysia, with the old guards back in control?

A drastic mindset change is needed, especially on affirmative action.

‘Lack of foresight’ - Warisan MP blasts Sabah govt for dire Covid-19 situation

‘Lack of foresight’ - Warisan MP blasts Sabah govt for dire Covid-19 situation

Darell Leiking wants more testing centres, equipment, and vaccines.

Singapore PM wins more defamation suits against online writers

Singapore PM wins more defamation suits against online writers

One of the two is Malaysian writer R Shunmuganathan.

Najib’s son Nizar records consent order to pay tax arrears

Najib’s son Nizar records consent order to pay tax arrears

The businessman made the order with Special Commissioners of Income Tax.

COMMENT | Officials have to answer for the fiasco in Tokyo

COMMENT | Officials have to answer for the fiasco in Tokyo

And Malaysians can learn a thing or two about being on time.
Self-test kit price cap: Pharmacists say too steep, others say not enough

Self-test kit price cap: Pharmacists say too steep, others say not enough

The RM19.90 price cap has drawn mixed reactions.

The 'non-Malay dilemma' 64 years after independence

The 'non-Malay dilemma' 64 years after independence

Changing the system through elections won't work, says Chandran Nair.
Former deputy health minister now KJ's special adviser at MOH

Former deputy health minister now KJ's special adviser at MOH

Rosnah Abdul Rashid Shirlin had served in the Najib administration.

Johor Health Dept denies claim that patients died due to power outage

Johor Health Dept denies claim that patients died due to power outage

Power supply was fully functional through generators, dept head says.

YOURSAY | More shifting of goalposts as govt grapples with pandemic

YOURSAY | More shifting of goalposts as govt grapples with pandemic

'After vaccinations and lockdowns, we're still seeing high infections.'

Govt to announce investments similar to Microsoft's US$1b data centres

Govt to announce investments similar to Microsoft's US$1b data centres

'Malaysia is confident more global players will come to build data centres.'

Malaysia's 5G proposed spectrum band may not be sufficient, say experts

Malaysia's 5G proposed spectrum band may not be sufficient, say experts

'A flexible regulatory framework has to be developed on the 5G rollout.'

ADUN SPEAKS | Politically appointed envoys serve no special purpose

ADUN SPEAKS | Politically appointed envoys serve no special purpose

What contributions can the trio make?

Zafrul: Malaysia can't afford a cut in corporate tax, now at 24pct

Zafrul: Malaysia can't afford a cut in corporate tax, now at 24pct

'A reduction is possible if the tax base broadens and grows stronger.'

COMMENT | Pre-Budget Statement a step forward but govt must walk the walk

COMMENT | Pre-Budget Statement a step forward but govt must walk the walk

It promotes transparency and reduces uncertainty in fiscal policy.

Vaccines protect against 'Long Covid' symptoms - study

Vaccines protect against 'Long Covid' symptoms - study

The risk is nearly halved, even in breakthrough cases.

Bid to sack Dewan Rakyat speaker

Bid to sack Dewan Rakyat speaker

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