Archive - 30 October 2021

Authorities still waiting for full report on Perak teen's post-vax death

Authorities still waiting for full report on Perak teen's post-vax death

Perak Health Dept says the teen went unconscious following a breathing difficulty.

PN hopes PAS will think carefully when choosing allies for Malacca polls

PN hopes PAS will think carefully when choosing allies for Malacca polls

Muhyiddin says it's for PAS to decide on cooperation with Umno.

Suggestion for Umno, Bersatu to use PAS logo said in jest - Hamzah

Suggestion for Umno, Bersatu to use PAS logo said in jest - Hamzah

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim, however, appears sold on the idea.

'Don't blame MOE over disciplinary action against unvaccinated teachers'

'Don't blame MOE over disciplinary action against unvaccinated teachers'

Deputy minister says action will be taken on Nov 1.

PM: New youth development model to be launched in March 2022

PM: New youth development model to be launched in March 2022

It will be developed based on the aspirations of young people.
PM guarantees Undi18 implemented on Jan 1

PM guarantees Undi18 implemented on Jan 1

'Out of respect for youth, cabinet decided not to appeal.'

Health Ministry warns action can be taken over 'disguised' election campaigns

Health Ministry warns action can be taken over 'disguised' election campaigns

All physical election-related activities banned regardless what it's called, says ministry.

Health groups unhappy govt using vape, e-cigarrettes for revenue

Health groups unhappy govt using vape, e-cigarrettes for revenue

'Stay the course on promoting abstinence from all nicotine'.

No room for ‘friendly fire’ in political pacts - PAS number 2

No room for ‘friendly fire’ in political pacts - PAS number 2

He says common agenda must be more than just about winning seats.

Muhyiddin giving back change, not bribe - Bersatu veep

Muhyiddin giving back change, not bribe - Bersatu veep

Rafiq explains photo showing Bersatu president handing RM5 to motorcyclist.

Warisan leader accuses Mohamaddin of running away from struggle

Warisan leader accuses Mohamaddin of running away from struggle

Azhar Matussin says the former minister's move has been expected.
Tawau MP: Gender equality a lot of talk, very little action so far

Tawau MP: Gender equality a lot of talk, very little action so far

'Unclear how companies who fail to appoint women are punished.'

2022 budget is inclusive, crucial to M'sian Family - Wisma Putra

2022 budget is inclusive, crucial to M'sian Family - Wisma Putra

Enhancing delivery of consular services to M'sians using digital diplomacy.

After Timah, cabinet to disallow products capable of causing 'public distress'

After Timah, cabinet to disallow products capable of causing 'public distress'

UPDATED 3.18PM | This is in response to local whiskey name controversy.

COMMENT | What's the fuss? 'Rilek lah, Timah'

COMMENT | What's the fuss? 'Rilek lah, Timah'

Politicians are mostly the ones making noise over Whiskey name.

PAS Youth chief: If China can reach out to Taliban, why can’t Malaysia?

PAS Youth chief: If China can reach out to Taliban, why can’t Malaysia?

Khairil Nizam proposes establishing diplomatic ties with Taliban govt.

Covid-19 (Oct 30): 5,854 new cases, hospital admissions down by 12.3pct

Covid-19 (Oct 30): 5,854 new cases, hospital admissions down by 12.3pct

Pahang, Kedah and Terengganu are however seeing more patients warded.

MB: Budget 2022 will provide abundant benefits for K'tan

MB: Budget 2022 will provide abundant benefits for K'tan

Ahmad Yakob says state will be able to build highways, stadium.

COMMENT | SOP enforcement - double standards again?

COMMENT | SOP enforcement - double standards again?

Election activities prohibited in Phase 4 states, not just Malacca.

PPR residents welcome RM30m allocation for internet facility

PPR residents welcome RM30m allocation for internet facility

This will especially help with home-based teaching and learning process.

AirAsia to boost Sarawak-KL flights to 113 weekly from Nov 1

AirAsia to boost Sarawak-KL flights to 113 weekly from Nov 1

Flights now available for booking on the AirAsia Super App.

Ex-minister Mohamaddin Ketapi latest to quit Warisan

Ex-minister Mohamaddin Ketapi latest to quit Warisan

UPDATED 12.15PM | Ex-minister becomes independent rep friendly to GRS.

Eleven states sue US govt over vaccine mandate for federal contractors

Eleven states sue US govt over vaccine mandate for federal contractors

Unconstitutional and unlawful say states including Arkansas, Iowa, and Montana.

UK's Johnson urges China's Xi to move faster on climate goals

UK's Johnson urges China's Xi to move faster on climate goals

Johnson wants Xi to do more to reduce China's reliance on coal.

Rich nations to acknowledge climate change threat, take urgent steps

Rich nations to acknowledge climate change threat, take urgent steps

Pledge to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

COMMENT | Are we on the verge of extinction?

COMMENT | Are we on the verge of extinction?

If climate change not addressed today, there will be no tomorrow.

Ramasamy: Deliver equal citizenship rights instead of lopsided budget

Ramasamy: Deliver equal citizenship rights instead of lopsided budget

Budget entrenches the powers-that-be, says deputy CM.

YOURSAY | Not exactly a ‘Keluarga Malaysia’ budget

YOURSAY | Not exactly a ‘Keluarga Malaysia’ budget

Reactions from Malaysiakini readers to Budget 2022.
Canada appeals decision on indigenous children but seeks settlement talks

Canada appeals decision on indigenous children but seeks settlement talks

This is over compensation to indigenous children harmed by welfare system.

In Japan's Okinawa, ruling party's tough China stance helps win young voters

In Japan's Okinawa, ruling party's tough China stance helps win young voters

LDP wants double defence spending in response to China's posture on Taiwan.

Budget allocation set to attract high-quality investments - Azmin

Budget allocation set to attract high-quality investments - Azmin

Most FDI expected to come from manufacturing sector, minister says.

One in four M'sians estimated to suffer stroke by 2040 - Noor Hisham

One in four M'sians estimated to suffer stroke by 2040 - Noor Hisham

Stop smoking, adopt a healthy diet, get physical, avoid alcohol.

DAP’s ‘brave political experiment’ failed in Gopeng

DAP’s ‘brave political experiment’ failed in Gopeng

Ahmad Nor was a controversial choice for the 1987 by-election.
One-off tax on super profits shouldn't be a concern - KPMG

One-off tax on super profits shouldn't be a concern - KPMG

This is unlikely to affect most Malaysian companies, says Tai.

Zafrul denies single people won't get Bantuan Keluarga Malaysia cash aid

Zafrul denies single people won't get Bantuan Keluarga Malaysia cash aid

'In Budget 2022, there is help for all levels of society.'

Cops reveal 35 extortion cases using explicit videos, photos of men

Cops reveal 35 extortion cases using explicit videos, photos of men

Police warn of syndicate luring men online into recording explicit videos.

COMMENT | Timah and the auditor-general's report

COMMENT | Timah and the auditor-general's report

Timah controversy rages while auditor-general warns of financial abuses.

'Drinking Malay women' - PKR MP apologises, claims intention misunderstood

'Drinking Malay women' - PKR MP apologises, claims intention misunderstood

This comes after Rusnah received feedback on her remarks in Parliament.

Women-friendly budget still has room for improvement, say NGOs

Women-friendly budget still has room for improvement, say NGOs

They question if the budget is enough to address gender inequalities.

For PSM, Budget 2022 a letdown and lacks punch

For PSM, Budget 2022 a letdown and lacks punch

No capital gains tax and only a slight bump in health allocation.
Covid-19 deaths (Oct 30): 63 reported fatalities, highest in Sabah and Sarawak

Covid-19 deaths (Oct 30): 63 reported fatalities, highest in Sabah and Sarawak

Death toll of 28,832 makes Malaysia one of the highest per capita in Asia.

Budget 2022: Love it or hate it?

Budget 2022: Love it or hate it?

Vote for your favourite, or least favourite, budget items.

Budget 2022: What's in it for you?

Budget 2022: What's in it for you?

Answer a few questions and find out what goodies are in store for you.