Archive - 17 September 2021

Covid-19: Walk-in vaccination for foreigners in Penang starts today

Covid-19: Walk-in vaccination for foreigners in Penang starts today

Four PPVs in the state provide the walk-in vaccination.

UEM Edgenta says hospital cleaners union’s allegations ‘regrettable’

UEM Edgenta says hospital cleaners union’s allegations ‘regrettable’

It says it holds regular engagements with employees and unions.

Chong Wei helps hometown hospital add 32 Covid-19 beds

Chong Wei helps hometown hospital add 32 Covid-19 beds

The former national shuttler has donated RM243k to Bukit Mertajam Hospital.

EMCO in Kg Sungai Padi, Lipis and Kg Air, Beluran from Sunday

EMCO in Kg Sungai Padi, Lipis and Kg Air, Beluran from Sunday

The EMCO will be until Oct 2.

Johor sultan expresses disappointment over ministry's refusal to ease MM2H terms

Johor sultan expresses disappointment over ministry's refusal to ease MM2H terms

He will raise the matter personally with Ismail Sabri.
Tourist arrivals to Langkawi bring new ray of hope to tourism operators, small traders

Tourist arrivals to Langkawi bring new ray of hope to tourism operators, small traders

Yesterday, about 3,200 tourists arrived on the island.
Teacher charged with 32 counts of unnatural sex, sexual grooming of students

Teacher charged with 32 counts of unnatural sex, sexual grooming of students

He pleads not guilty to all the charges.

Study: Sinopharm's Covid-19 booster reverses antibody decline

Study: Sinopharm's Covid-19 booster reverses antibody decline

The study also shows it enhances cell-based responses.

C4 welcomes 'long overdue' Ombudsman Bill

C4 welcomes 'long overdue' Ombudsman Bill

It says the legislation must be immediately established in M'sia.

Activists to challenge court ruling on Lynas' TOL extension

Activists to challenge court ruling on Lynas' TOL extension

The High Court had thrown out their suit to invalidate the extension.

Hospital Bahagia cleaners picket for equal increment, better benefits

Hospital Bahagia cleaners picket for equal increment, better benefits

UPDATED 9.23PM | The 40 contract workers want the RM30 increment, paid since July.

Patriot wants govt to address perceived discrimination in schools

Patriot wants govt to address perceived discrimination in schools

Almost 60pct of youth survey participants said they experienced it.

Oct 21 hearing for bid to stay court ruling against Najib, son

Oct 21 hearing for bid to stay court ruling against Najib, son

The duo is appealing against the ruling upholding summary judgment.

No racial quotas in MAF recruitment - chief of defence force

No racial quotas in MAF recruitment - chief of defence force

All selection done in fair manner, says Gen Affendi Buang.

LETTER | Deteriorating human rights in Afghanistan is of deep concern

LETTER | Deteriorating human rights in Afghanistan is of deep concern

'Swift global action needed to protect human rights and prevent civilian slaughter.'

Sultan of Perak to perform king’s duties while Agong away in UK

Sultan of Perak to perform king’s duties while Agong away in UK

This is in accordance with Article 33(1) of the Federal Constitution.
Covid-19 (Sept 17): 17,577 new cases, record in Perak

Covid-19 (Sept 17): 17,577 new cases, record in Perak

Hospitalisation for Covid-19 patients in Perak still remains relatively stable.

PM's brother elected as head of farmers guild

PM's brother elected as head of farmers guild

Sources refute reports of executive involvement.

Alleged adviser to Najib issues legal letter against Syed Saddiq

Alleged adviser to Najib issues legal letter against Syed Saddiq

Statements allegedly injured Habibul Rahman's public reputation.

Success of new remand procedures depends on stakeholders - bipartisan group

Success of new remand procedures depends on stakeholders - bipartisan group

Group says Home Ministry, civil society, and courts should do their part.

National mobile app to be developed for easy payment, registration - MCMC

National mobile app to be developed for easy payment, registration - MCMC

Bill payment, marriage registration, road tax renewal can be done.

Workshop operator denies being behind last year's Sg Gong pollution

Workshop operator denies being behind last year's Sg Gong pollution

The company contends the plaintiffs failed to show any proof.

Holistic learning at the University of Cyberjaya

Holistic learning at the University of Cyberjaya

Discover a holistic medical education and get exposed to humanitarian programmes in University of Cyberjaya

China applies to join Pacific trade pact to boost economic clout

China applies to join Pacific trade pact to boost economic clout

CPTPP chair Japan said will consult with member countries.

Faizal apologises over miscommunication on reopening of gyms

Faizal apologises over miscommunication on reopening of gyms

'I believe my deputy was misquoted or misinformed.'

King, queen on special visit to UK

King, queen on special visit to UK

The royal couple will also meet with Malaysians there.

Uni grads competing with SPM, diploma holders for jobs - Shafie

Uni grads competing with SPM, diploma holders for jobs - Shafie

Huge mismatching gap in job market, says the Warisan MP.

'Come rain or shine', KJ's appeal in Anwar's suit must proceed - court

'Come rain or shine', KJ's appeal in Anwar's suit must proceed - court

Judge reprimands Khairy's legal team for bid to adjourn hearing.

HK teachers quit under shadow of security law, schools scramble to fill gaps

HK teachers quit under shadow of security law, schools scramble to fill gaps

Some say they could not teach what they do not believe in.

Indonesia court finds president negligent in air pollution lawsuit

Indonesia court finds president negligent in air pollution lawsuit

The ruling obliges the president to establish national air quality standard.
Introducing Delizios® Mousse, the ultimate indulgence fine dining for cats

Introducing Delizios® Mousse, the ultimate indulgence fine dining for cats

Acclaimed cat food brand, ProDiet®, will be launching its latest addition in the Delizios® series, aiming to offer a sustainable method of nourishing your beloved pet cat.
China, France denounce US nuclear sub pact with Britain, Australia

China, France denounce US nuclear sub pact with Britain, Australia

China warns of intensified arms race in the Indo-Pacific region.

British study to test mixed Covid-19 vaccine dose schedules in children

British study to test mixed Covid-19 vaccine dose schedules in children

There's concern with risks of myocarditis in second dose of Pfizer vaccine.
COMMENT | Pendatangs and foreigners are not welcome

COMMENT | Pendatangs and foreigners are not welcome

Is Hamzah aware of the many contributions of MM2H holders?
IMF, World Bank urge more Covid-19 vaccination doses for poor countries

IMF, World Bank urge more Covid-19 vaccination doses for poor countries

Urgent action needed to vaccinate at least 40pct of the people.

Jendela: RM7.7b to prepare Sabah and Sarawak for switch to 5G

Jendela: RM7.7b to prepare Sabah and Sarawak for switch to 5G

The allocations will be made over a five-year period, says PM Ismail Sabri.

YOURSAY | Men in power still think women are not equal

YOURSAY | Men in power still think women are not equal

‘Harapan leaders must leverage MOU to defend our women.’
COMMENT | How they made us feel

COMMENT | How they made us feel

When we vote next, we mustn't forget how leaders failed us.

Visitors in recreational areas will be asked to leave if not fully vaccinated

Visitors in recreational areas will be asked to leave if not fully vaccinated

Police monitoring all recreational areas to ensure visitors comply with SOPs.

'Media literacy is the vaccine for fake news infodemic'

'Media literacy is the vaccine for fake news infodemic'

MEA programme aims to train educators to combat misinformation.

Covid-19 deaths (Sept 17): 346 reported fatalities as backlog clearing continues

Covid-19 deaths (Sept 17): 346 reported fatalities as backlog clearing continues

165 of the reported deaths occured more than a week ago.

Cannabis advocacy groups call for drug policy reforms

Cannabis advocacy groups call for drug policy reforms

They are disappointed with heavy punishment for drug-related offences.

Bersatu moves against 'court cluster'

Bersatu moves against 'court cluster'

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