Archive - 30 September 2021

MOE educational institutions in Selangor, KL, Putrajaya, Malacca to reopen on Oct 4

MOE educational institutions in Selangor, KL, Putrajaya, Malacca to reopen on Oct 4

The two states and federal territories are transitioning to the next phase of NRP.

Federal territories mosques, surau can be used to capacity from tomorrow

Federal territories mosques, surau can be used to capacity from tomorrow

Jawi says the 1.5m physical distancing rule still applies.

Umno General Assembly to be held on Jan 13

Umno General Assembly to be held on Jan 13

The format of the 3-day affair depends on the Covid-19 situation.

TNB appoints ex-PAC chair Hasan to top post

TNB appoints ex-PAC chair Hasan to top post

The ex-Rompin MP has extensive experience in GLCs.

Don't use me as excuse for Seri Perdana renovations, Najib tells Muhyiddin

Don't use me as excuse for Seri Perdana renovations, Najib tells Muhyiddin

Najib allegedly could not clear belongings until Muhyiddin assumed office.

Houses of Parliament Act amendments being reviewed - Rais

Houses of Parliament Act amendments being reviewed - Rais

Amendments are part of efforts to free Parliament from executive control.

18 accused of murdering navy cadet to know fate on Nov 2

18 accused of murdering navy cadet to know fate on Nov 2

Final submissions were heard at the High Court today.

3 Pahang localities to be placed under EMCO until Oct 14

3 Pahang localities to be placed under EMCO until Oct 14

EMCO at 3 Orang Asli villages in Pahang will end on schedule.

About 28.1m residents completed census - chief statistician

About 28.1m residents completed census - chief statistician

Johor has the highest completion rate at 104.9pct.

Cuepacs fully supports vaccine mandate for civil servants

Cuepacs fully supports vaccine mandate for civil servants

The union says public servants have to obey govt directives.

DBKL postpones ban of liquor sales by groceries, Chinese medicine shops

DBKL postpones ban of liquor sales by groceries, Chinese medicine shops

The businesses can continue sales until Oct 31.

Groups moot 'animal police' to tackle cruelty

Groups moot 'animal police' to tackle cruelty

They say the current authorities in charge are too slow.

Govt to table motion on raising statutory debt limit - Zafrul

Govt to table motion on raising statutory debt limit - Zafrul

The minister says govt needs spending flexibility amid current crisis.

Penang teens aged 16-17 can walk in for Covid-19 jabs

Penang teens aged 16-17 can walk in for Covid-19 jabs

Those younger are to use MySejahtera to schedule their appointment.

Walk-in Covid-19 vaccination at 5 Klang Valley PPVs discontinued

Walk-in Covid-19 vaccination at 5 Klang Valley PPVs discontinued

The adult population vaccination rate in the Klang Valley is 110.5pct.

PAS MP: Give drug users second chance, not criminal record

PAS MP: Give drug users second chance, not criminal record

Drug rehab must equip patients with job skills, adds Sabri.

Husband, immediate family member can accompany expecting mums from Oct 4

Husband, immediate family member can accompany expecting mums from Oct 4

This is as the Covid-19 situation is improving.

LETTER | 'Keluarga Malaysia' rings hollow after 12MP announcement

LETTER | 'Keluarga Malaysia' rings hollow after 12MP announcement

It's just the same old, same old.

Border reopening to be decided in Covid-19 endemic phase, says Hamzah

Border reopening to be decided in Covid-19 endemic phase, says Hamzah

Enforcement agencies are already ready for border reopening, adds minister.

Russia declares editor of 'foreign agent' media outlet a wanted man

Russia declares editor of 'foreign agent' media outlet a wanted man

Authorities also accuse him of illegally leaving the country.

Zaid Ibrahim, law firm settle suit over use of his name

Zaid Ibrahim, law firm settle suit over use of his name

Both stated all matters resolved to their mutual satisfaction.

Fire hazard in old wiring and water damage, Muhyiddin explains RM38.5m renovations

Fire hazard in old wiring and water damage, Muhyiddin explains RM38.5m renovations

These are among expert advice given to the ex-PM.

Ministers must announce 100-day report card to public: PM

Ministers must announce 100-day report card to public: PM

This will enable people to assess ministers' performance for Keluarga Malaysia.

M'sia should emulate Germany's TVET success story - Maszlee

M'sia should emulate Germany's TVET success story - Maszlee

He points out the TVET in Germany is led by the industry.

Merck says research shows its Covid-19 pill works against variants

Merck says research shows its Covid-19 pill works against variants

Its late-phase study is expected to be complete in November.

Lokman Adam's reinstatement in Umno a normal process - Mat Hasan

Lokman Adam's reinstatement in Umno a normal process - Mat Hasan

The ex-Supreme Council member is back as an ordinary member.

The Sharing Economy Concept for SMEs’ Sustainable Growth

The Sharing Economy Concept for SMEs’ Sustainable Growth

Adib's family disappointed with new govt leadership

Adib's family disappointed with new govt leadership

This is over temporary closure of firefighter's death case.

Not possible to falsify digital Covid-19 vaccine certificates, says Adham

Not possible to falsify digital Covid-19 vaccine certificates, says Adham

Printouts are not accepted, says the minister.

Use video in classrooms instead of relying on teachers - Mahathir

Use video in classrooms instead of relying on teachers - Mahathir

'Some teachers incompetent, such as those teaching English.'

Guan Eng questions govt’s RM38.5m cost to renovate PM official residence

Guan Eng questions govt’s RM38.5m cost to renovate PM official residence

The ex-finance minister raises the issue of the tendering process.

Covid-19 (Sept 30): 12,735 cases, five states in four digits

Covid-19 (Sept 30): 12,735 cases, five states in four digits

UPDATED 6.46PM | They are Sarawak, Selangor, Johor, Kelantan and Kedah.

Umno MP moots mandatory voting, fines for those who skip ballot box

Umno MP moots mandatory voting, fines for those who skip ballot box

PARLIAMENT | Automatic registration set to make all adult M'sians voters soon.

Lim's alleged breach of home-quarantine order: IP sent to prosecution office

Lim's alleged breach of home-quarantine order: IP sent to prosecution office

No instructions yet on the matter, says Penang police chief.

Over 400k individuals under 18 infected by Covid-19 this year - Khairy

Over 400k individuals under 18 infected by Covid-19 this year - Khairy

Of the total, 252,569 were school children and 42,831 were pre-schoolers.
US says committed to Taiwan's international participation

US says committed to Taiwan's international participation

Taiwan using tech prowess for common good, says Jeremy Cornforth.

Balancing pregnancy with heart disease

Balancing pregnancy with heart disease

Is it safe to be pregnant if you are experiencing heart problems?

Dr M wants second audit from private sector for govt agencies

Dr M wants second audit from private sector for govt agencies

Ex-premier suggests it will eventually help save taxpayers' money.

Oct 27 verdict for appeal to quash drug conviction of Mat Sabu’s son

Oct 27 verdict for appeal to quash drug conviction of Mat Sabu’s son

Ahmad Saiful Islam was given eight-month jail sentence over the case.

Putrajaya imposes Covid-19 vaccine mandate on federal employees

Putrajaya imposes Covid-19 vaccine mandate on federal employees

Those who refuse without legitimate reason will face disciplinary action.

Not true hiring migrant workers cheaper than locals - MEF

Not true hiring migrant workers cheaper than locals - MEF

'For RM1 to hire local, RM3 to hire migrant worker'.

Ahmad Maslan says he paid RM1.1m compound because that's what Najib gave

Ahmad Maslan says he paid RM1.1m compound because that's what Najib gave

PARLIAMENT | Umno sec-gen denies amount received was RM2m as charge alleged.

Govt weighing options on how to reconcile vaccination with anti-vaxxers

Govt weighing options on how to reconcile vaccination with anti-vaxxers

Mandatory vaccination or denied entrance to public areas considered.

Positive response to cannabis treatment in rats with Alzheimer's: UPM researchers

Positive response to cannabis treatment in rats with Alzheimer's: UPM researchers

'Testing THC on rats with Alzheimer's has shown promising results.'

Business associations: 300k jobs up for grabs after departure of migrants

Business associations: 300k jobs up for grabs after departure of migrants

UPDATED 4PM | 'We are struggling... we don't have enough workers'.

Muhyiddin moots high-speed rail with Thailand instead

Muhyiddin moots high-speed rail with Thailand instead

Govt under Muhyiddin previously terminated HSR line to Singapore.

It's not my firm, Ku Nan says after audit report highlights DBKL land flip

It's not my firm, Ku Nan says after audit report highlights DBKL land flip

He refuted a Mandarin TV programme claiming the firm belonged to him.

N Korea's Kim offers to reopen inter-Korean hotline, slams US 'hostile policy'

N Korea's Kim offers to reopen inter-Korean hotline, slams US 'hostile policy'

The Korean leader says he's willing to restore hotline in October.

Singapore's main opposition party seeks changes to foreign interference law

Singapore's main opposition party seeks changes to foreign interference law

The Workers' Party cites a need for more transparency.

I told 1MDB auditors to drop Jho Low issue on Najib's orders - witness

I told 1MDB auditors to drop Jho Low issue on Najib's orders - witness

UPDATED 2.45PM | This according to ex-PM's former principal private secretary Shukry Mohd Salleh.

Govt studying civil servant pensions to keep them above poverty line

Govt studying civil servant pensions to keep them above poverty line

Minimum pension now is RM1k, while poverty line is RM2,208.

Denying transgender people entry to place of worship 'unconstitutional'

Denying transgender people entry to place of worship 'unconstitutional'

Their rights are guaranteed under the Federal Constitution, says PSM Youth.

From online queue to F&B social commerce, Kewdoo is revolutionizing the dining experience and generating income opportunities for Malaysians

From online queue to F&B social commerce, Kewdoo is revolutionizing the dining experience and generating income opportunities for Malaysians

“I am sorry team, we couldn’t make it into the University Startup Challenge (USC), we have missed the deadline,” said Grace Lai, the Gen Z woman entrepreneur who led the founding of Kewdoo. Kewdoo is an F&B social commerce platform based in Klang Valley. It all started with a simple idea, to provide an online queuing platform for restaurants and cafes.
Cats killed in Chinese city after Covid infection, triggering social media anger

Cats killed in Chinese city after Covid infection, triggering social media anger

The owner of the cats was diagnosed with Covid-19 on Sept 21.
Rights groups worry M'sia will use Interpol to get S'wak Report editor

Rights groups worry M'sia will use Interpol to get S'wak Report editor

This is over a fresh warrant against Clare Rewcastle Brown.

Top contenders in this year's Nobel Peace Prize

Top contenders in this year's Nobel Peace Prize

Experts tip Tsikhanouskaya, Thunberg or journalist groups.

Was Ahmad Maslan freed to pave his way to be deputy speaker? - Sivarasa

Was Ahmad Maslan freed to pave his way to be deputy speaker? - Sivarasa

This comes after Pontian MP was acquitted of two charges.

Myanmar currency drops 60% in weeks as economy tanks since February coup

Myanmar currency drops 60% in weeks as economy tanks since February coup

Many gold shops and money exchanges closed due to the turmoil.
LETTER | Where is the political courage needed to tackle pedo-sexuality?

LETTER | Where is the political courage needed to tackle pedo-sexuality?

As adults, we must stand firm on vile acts against children.

Kian Ming to Azmin: Convince us, don't take Harapan for granted in trade deals

Kian Ming to Azmin: Convince us, don't take Harapan for granted in trade deals

DAP lawmaker wants govt to explain several amendments to the agreement.

COMMENT | Why there is less political tension in Sarawak

COMMENT | Why there is less political tension in Sarawak

In a lot of ways, Sarawak politics is milder and less personal.
Umno wants investigation into Adib's case to continue

Umno wants investigation into Adib's case to continue

This comes after a minister said the case is temporarily closed.

Najib: Muhyiddin said govt has no money but can renovate his official residence

Najib: Muhyiddin said govt has no money but can renovate his official residence

Works began a month before 'not much money left' admission.

YOURSAY | Splurging on renovation while nation suffers from Covid-19

YOURSAY | Splurging on renovation while nation suffers from Covid-19

‘With that amount of money, a new building can be built.’
COMMENT | Why we should oppose Aukus

COMMENT | Why we should oppose Aukus

Asean should reject being used as proxies by the western leaders.
Covid-19 deaths (Sept 30): Another 208 fatalities, toll crosses 26,000

Covid-19 deaths (Sept 30): Another 208 fatalities, toll crosses 26,000

The lives lost make September the deadliest month for the pandemic.

COMMENT | Assure public that their personal data are secure

COMMENT | Assure public that their personal data are secure

There must be some semblance of transparency and accountability.
MACC to probe failure to complete uCustoms system

MACC to probe failure to complete uCustoms system

The RM397.43m project took off in 2013, audit report shows.

Ahmad Maslan freed

Ahmad Maslan freed

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