Archive - 3 October 2021

Zuraida: 32,000 foreign plantation workers to come in from mid-Oct

Zuraida: 32,000 foreign plantation workers to come in from mid-Oct

Most locals are not yet ready to carry out the task.
PM: Forget differences, let's develop M'sia together as a family

PM: Forget differences, let's develop M'sia together as a family

Differences among members of the community should be appreciated.
M'sia won't compromise if there is threat in South China Sea

M'sia won't compromise if there is threat in South China Sea

PM says the issue of security is very important.

Time for interstate travel drawing closer - Ismail Sabri

Time for interstate travel drawing closer - Ismail Sabri

It will be announced once the vaccination rate reaches 90pct for adults.

Suspected Covid-19 patient's bungled attempt to flee leaves her stranded

Suspected Covid-19 patient's bungled attempt to flee leaves her stranded

A rescue operation using a ladder is conducted to bring her down.
Police to identify, help personnel burdened with debt

Police to identify, help personnel burdened with debt

This is to prevent them from falling into questionable practices.

Bung: Sabah Umno will defend all seats, ready to face Bersatu in GE15

Bung: Sabah Umno will defend all seats, ready to face Bersatu in GE15

This is in line with the decision of Umno's central top leaders.
Malaysia develops grading standard for kenaf

Malaysia develops grading standard for kenaf

It will be a source of industry reference for local, foreign markets.
EMCO in Sg Kelang Orang Asli settlement in Raub from tomorrow

EMCO in Sg Kelang Orang Asli settlement in Raub from tomorrow

Decision is made after an evaluation of Covid-19 infection risks.
Bersatu leader resigns after using racial slur against national shuttler

Bersatu leader resigns after using racial slur against national shuttler

Ahmad Faizal says the man will also make a public apology.

Minister clarifies bumi-only share sale solely for PNB, Mara and others

Minister clarifies bumi-only share sale solely for PNB, Mara and others

The announcement had led to different interpretations, says Mustapa.
Just rumours, says Zuraida on Azmin's 'new party'

Just rumours, says Zuraida on Azmin's 'new party'

This comes after Azmin previously dismissed the speculations.

Comply with directive to reduce tuition fees, Noraini reminds public varsities

Comply with directive to reduce tuition fees, Noraini reminds public varsities

Minister says Covid-19 has economically impacted the lives of people.
In-person school session for 47k students ran smoothly - Radzi

In-person school session for 47k students ran smoothly - Radzi

The education minister says all Covid-19 SOPs are adhered to.

BAM condemns viral racist remark on social media against player

BAM condemns viral racist remark on social media against player

UPDATED 6.52PM | Facebook post containing the remark has since been taken down.

Guan Eng pans 'dishonesty' on income gap in 12MP

Guan Eng pans 'dishonesty' on income gap in 12MP

The govt has painted an 'inflated picture' of the situation.

Cabinet yet to decide on reward for Ziyad

Cabinet yet to decide on reward for Ziyad

However, sports minister says Ziyad will certainly receive an incentive.

'Minister with IQ of cabbage': Shipping groups defend Wee against Rais' criticism

'Minister with IQ of cabbage': Shipping groups defend Wee against Rais' criticism

This over the argument between Wee and Guan Eng on cabotage policy.

After CEO arrest over uCustoms, MACC urged to probe senior govt officers, ministers

After CEO arrest over uCustoms, MACC urged to probe senior govt officers, ministers

MP says scandal could not have happened without their knowledge.

Ex-Umno MP accuses preacher of insulting non-Muslim faiths, lodges report

Ex-Umno MP accuses preacher of insulting non-Muslim faiths, lodges report

He called the preacher a threat to Malaysian society.

Covid-19 (Oct 3): 9,066 cases, lowest since July 12

Covid-19 (Oct 3): 9,066 cases, lowest since July 12

Fewer than 10,000 cases for the first time in three months.

T'ganu, Kelantan, Langkawi first to reopen schools

T'ganu, Kelantan, Langkawi first to reopen schools

Schools have been out for 6 months due to Covid-19.

Kit Siang: Even more important than ministers' is PM's 100-day report card

Kit Siang: Even more important than ministers' is PM's 100-day report card

Announce PM report card in this Parliament session, says Lim.

PAS MP wants MOE to explain RM15m for Chinese private schools

PAS MP wants MOE to explain RM15m for Chinese private schools

The party leader wants govt to clarify matter in Parliament.

PM hopes ministers won't need to be sacked for failing 100-day report card

PM hopes ministers won't need to be sacked for failing 100-day report card

'I asked each minister to personally table their ministry's report.'

PM: International travels may be open by December

PM: International travels may be open by December

He says borders will reopen when adult vaccination rate reaches 90pct.

Ex-National Sports Council DG Zolkples Embong dies aged 62

Ex-National Sports Council DG Zolkples Embong dies aged 62

Police believe he had died from a heart attack.

MP SPEAKS | Only whole of society effort can win Covid-19 battle

MP SPEAKS | Only whole of society effort can win Covid-19 battle

'Must learn lesson from neighbours experiencing new wave.'

Algeria recalls ambassador to France for consultations

Algeria recalls ambassador to France for consultations

Remarks harmful to Algerian martyrs, says Algeria's presidency.

Zahid welcomes Umno defectors to Bersatu to return to the fold

Zahid welcomes Umno defectors to Bersatu to return to the fold

He says ex-Putrajaya Bersatu chief, 120 members, rejoined Umno.

NUBE accepts mediation in HSBC case

NUBE accepts mediation in HSBC case

This is after the union lodged a complaint at the ILO.

46 baby turtles rescued in Port Dickson - Fisheries Dept

46 baby turtles rescued in Port Dickson - Fisheries Dept

Report any turtle findings on JPNS Facebook, says Halimi.

87.2pct of adult population fully vaccinated

87.2pct of adult population fully vaccinated

More than 94pct have also received at least one dose.

Facing crises, UK PM Johnson says he will take 'bold decisions'

Facing crises, UK PM Johnson says he will take 'bold decisions'

'We want things to change and improve as we recover.'

Caged lauds appointment of Azalina to law, human rights adviser role

Caged lauds appointment of Azalina to law, human rights adviser role

Group cites her good track record on law and human rights.

Global Covid-19 deaths hit 5m as Delta variant sweeps the world

Global Covid-19 deaths hit 5m as Delta variant sweeps the world

A daily average of 8,000 deaths was reported in the past week.

Standing up to defend Penang’s fishing community

Standing up to defend Penang’s fishing community

MALAYSIANSKINI | Zakaria Ismail, who challenged EIA approval, shares his struggle.

YOURSAY | Justice for Palestinians; justice for all M’sians too

YOURSAY | Justice for Palestinians; justice for all M’sians too

‘That the PM dared mention the word ‘apartheid’ is astounding.’
COMMENT | 12MP equity distribution: Rhetoric vs reality

COMMENT | 12MP equity distribution: Rhetoric vs reality

Not all Malaysians are accorded equal access and fair participation.
Incomplete uCustoms project: MACC arrests CEO

Incomplete uCustoms project: MACC arrests CEO

Project uncompleted after 86 months, RM272m already paid.

Philippines' Duterte says daughter running for president in 2022 elections - media

Philippines' Duterte says daughter running for president in 2022 elections - media

Sara Duterte-Carpio seems a strong candidate in opinion polls.

HISTORY | The ‘first people’ of Peninsular Malaysia

HISTORY | The ‘first people’ of Peninsular Malaysia

Facts on Orang Asli not in our history books.

Full vaccination needed for work, student pass holders entering Singapore

Full vaccination needed for work, student pass holders entering Singapore

Singapore recognises vaccines on WHO emergency-use listing.

COMMENT | Harapan logo: Is Anwar indecisive, weak, or a bad ally?

COMMENT | Harapan logo: Is Anwar indecisive, weak, or a bad ally?

Why is it taking him so long to resolve the matter?

Sudirman Cup: Malaysia's fine run ended by Japan

Sudirman Cup: Malaysia's fine run ended by Japan

The 16-year drought against Japan continues.

KINIGUIDE | Salak South temple 'conflict' explained

KINIGUIDE | Salak South temple 'conflict' explained

Construction of a new govt school has led to tension.

LETTER | Good people of all faiths, call for death penalty abolition

LETTER | Good people of all faiths, call for death penalty abolition

Also abolish extrajudicial executions and life imprisonment.

Covid-19 deaths (Oct 3): 109 reported fatalities, lowest in two months

Covid-19 deaths (Oct 3): 109 reported fatalities, lowest in two months

From reported deaths, 30.3pct died before receiving treatment at hospital.

Establish single authority to oversee TVET, Harapan tells govt

Establish single authority to oversee TVET, Harapan tells govt

Money will continue to be wasted without proper coordination.