Archive - 1 November 2021

Kelantan Syariah Criminal Code (I) Enactment comes into force today

Kelantan Syariah Criminal Code (I) Enactment comes into force today

Menteri besar says amendments aim to educate offenders, not just punish.

Jais increases number of congregants allowed for prayers

Jais increases number of congregants allowed for prayers

The Selangor sultan has consented to the increase.

Bursa dives after 'prosperity tax' in Budget 2022

Bursa dives after 'prosperity tax' in Budget 2022

The FTSE dropped 2.01pct following the tax announcement.

Top In Tech: NTIS: Catalyst for Emerging Innovations

Top In Tech: NTIS: Catalyst for Emerging Innovations

Empowering the spirit of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation together

Hard liquor ban in KL grocery stores takes effect, beer still allowed

Hard liquor ban in KL grocery stores takes effect, beer still allowed

Additional rules on beer sales will be imposed.

Pulau Batu Puteh appeal withdrawal should be investigated - Najib

Pulau Batu Puteh appeal withdrawal should be investigated - Najib

Ex-PM says it is an issue of Malaysia's sovereignty.

Syed Saddiq: We hear more about Timah than issues of public interest

Syed Saddiq: We hear more about Timah than issues of public interest

PARLIAMENT | Is a brand name more important than malpractice, he asks.

Letter on Segama lawmaker's resignation surfaces, but unlikely to have effect

Letter on Segama lawmaker's resignation surfaces, but unlikely to have effect

Mohammadin Ketapi resigned from Warisan two days ago.

Putrajaya owes Sabah 10 times more in development funds - Warisan MP

Putrajaya owes Sabah 10 times more in development funds - Warisan MP

Kota Belud MP says federal govt should allocate RM54b in funds.

M'sia set to be hub for dispute resolution globally

M'sia set to be hub for dispute resolution globally

This follows the launch of i-Arbitration Rules.

Non-pensionable MAF veterans will also receive special RM350 aid - PM

Non-pensionable MAF veterans will also receive special RM350 aid - PM

There are 82,000 non-pensionable veterans registered with the gov't.

China says US Covid-19 origins report has no credibility

China says US Covid-19 origins report has no credibility

'A lie repeated a thousand times is still a lie.'

Covid-19 self-test kits will now be as low as RM6.90

Covid-19 self-test kits will now be as low as RM6.90

Kits will be sold at supermarkets, convenience stores, petrol stations.

Covid-19: Country not ready for endemic phase, committee finds

Covid-19: Country not ready for endemic phase, committee finds

More ICU beds, better tracing system needed before transition.

'Gay is Okay' book could harm public order 7 years after publication: Filing

'Gay is Okay' book could harm public order 7 years after publication: Filing

The home minister contends the prohibitory order is still valid.

Female adolescents aged 13 and 14 years to be given HPV vaccine jabs

Female adolescents aged 13 and 14 years to be given HPV vaccine jabs

To be done from next year, through the school health service.

Kedah MB Sanusi now a 'Datuk Seri'

Kedah MB Sanusi now a 'Datuk Seri'

He is among dozens granted titles by Kedah ruler.

Anwar claims thousands of Muslims play slot machines in clubs

Anwar claims thousands of Muslims play slot machines in clubs

PARLIAMENT | Opposition head says number of Muslims with such membership has increased.

Family demands probe after labourer died in custody in Pahang

Family demands probe after labourer died in custody in Pahang

The man, 44, purportedly died of a stroke.

Wisma Putra announces two appointments under the Minister's Office

Wisma Putra announces two appointments under the Minister's Office

The two new appointees will be promoting cultural diplomacy.

Anwar urges govt to reconsider M'sia's participation in CPTPP

Anwar urges govt to reconsider M'sia's participation in CPTPP

Trade pact detrimental to the country, says the opposition leader.

MPs to get Covid-19 booster shots starting tomorrow

MPs to get Covid-19 booster shots starting tomorrow

The next booster date will be decided later.

Anwar wants govt to explain 'off-budget projects' in Dewan Rakyat

Anwar wants govt to explain 'off-budget projects' in Dewan Rakyat

UPDATED 3.48PM | Opposition leader names 5G project, High-Speed Rail, and Subang airport.

Grave mistake if Harapan accepts Malacca defectors, says DAP MP

Grave mistake if Harapan accepts Malacca defectors, says DAP MP

Ramkarpal Singh believes the move may backfire.

Covid-19 (Nov 1): 4,626 new cases, lowest in 4 months

Covid-19 (Nov 1): 4,626 new cases, lowest in 4 months

The new case count today is the lowest since June 21.
LETTER | Dire straits: Only 3pct can afford to retire on EPF savings

LETTER | Dire straits: Only 3pct can afford to retire on EPF savings

EPF withdrawal schemes main factor to state of affairs.

Not much new on climate issue from G20, uphill task for COP26

Not much new on climate issue from G20, uphill task for COP26

No timetable set for phasing out coal, watered down wordings.

China's giant state-owned companies struggle to align climate rhetoric with reality

China's giant state-owned companies struggle to align climate rhetoric with reality

Companies facing confusing policy signals and other constraints.

BM Sarawak votes 2021

BM Sarawak votes 2021

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Umno leaders differ on approach towards allies for Malacca

Umno leaders differ on approach towards allies for Malacca

Some leaders also doubt viability of using common logo.

Chinese version - Sarawak votes 2021

Chinese version - Sarawak votes 2021

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M'sia's carbon emissions per capita higher than worst emitter China

M'sia's carbon emissions per capita higher than worst emitter China

M'sia emits 7.2 tonnes of greenhouse gasses per capita.

Wee vs Lim cabotage debate goes live tomorrow night

Wee vs Lim cabotage debate goes live tomorrow night

The repair of undersea internet cables has become an issue.

74 AEFI applications for compensation received, none approved so far

74 AEFI applications for compensation received, none approved so far

22,132 reports received on adverse effects via MySejahtera.

Kopetro Travel now part of the Advantage Global Network

Kopetro Travel now part of the Advantage Global Network

Kopetro Travel and Tours, a subsidiary wholly-owned by Koperasi Kakitangan PETRONAS Berhad, announced that the international network of corporate travel experts, WIN Global Travel Network, has been renamed The Advantage Global Network. As part of the WIN Global Travel Network agent, Kopetro Travel & Tours now becomes an affiliate agent of The Advantage Global Network, with immediate effect.

Cukai Makmur is one-off corporate tax

Cukai Makmur is one-off corporate tax

Govt says it will ensure the tax will be used transparently.

Taxman sues businessperson for RM1.4m in tax arrears

Taxman sues businessperson for RM1.4m in tax arrears

Businessperson Zaidi Kanapiah previously detained for purported links to online gambling.

Rafizi accuses Amanah leaders of pushing Harapan to accept 'Malacca frogs'

Rafizi accuses Amanah leaders of pushing Harapan to accept 'Malacca frogs'

'They're supposed to be a boost, like Mahathir in GE14.'

LETTER | Learning sign language early will benefit all

LETTER | Learning sign language early will benefit all

It creates inclusive society sensitive to needs of everyone.

Selangor BN and Bersatu crossing swords over logo

Selangor BN and Bersatu crossing swords over logo

A S'gor Bersatu Youth leader says party has no qualms using PN logo.

Shopee 11.11 Big Sale returns, set to connect more Malaysians and businesses

Shopee 11.11 Big Sale returns, set to connect more Malaysians and businesses

Shopee’s 11.11 Big Sale returns with a greater selection of deals, fun and entertainment from now till 11 November.
Australia eases international border restrictions for first time in pandemic

Australia eases international border restrictions for first time in pandemic

Aussies can travel without permit but no foreign tourists into country yet.

Indonesian researchers breed 'good' mosquitoes to combat dengue

Indonesian researchers breed 'good' mosquitoes to combat dengue

These carry a bacteria that prevents viruses from growing inside them.

COP26 aims to banish coal, Asia building hundreds of power plants to burn it

COP26 aims to banish coal, Asia building hundreds of power plants to burn it

Almost 200 coal-fired power stations under construction in Asia.

Fine for PKR's 'no crowd' ceramah shows double standards, says Kit Siang

Fine for PKR's 'no crowd' ceramah shows double standards, says Kit Siang

MP points out no fine given to Najib, Muhyiddin over 'disguised' activities.

Japan's Kishida defies expectations as ruling LDP easily keeps majority

Japan's Kishida defies expectations as ruling LDP easily keeps majority

Month-old PM Kishida aims to address wealth inequality.

Robinsons Singapore extends working with Commission Factory

Robinsons Singapore extends working with Commission Factory

Singapore's premium retailer Robinsons is banking on Commission Factory's expertise to broaden its customer reach. Having had a previous positive experience of Commission Factory's technology, network, and team, Robinsons decided to expand further on the affiliate marketing company's skills to scale up its brand presence across the market.

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 1): 36 reported deaths, total at 28,912

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 1): 36 reported deaths, total at 28,912

This is the lowest number of reported deaths in 168 days.
COMMENT | How is the manufacturer of Timah going to explain name change?

COMMENT | How is the manufacturer of Timah going to explain name change?

Enabling intolerance gets you into more trouble than the intolerance itself.

Stealing billions not an issue but Pulau Batu Puteh is - Dr M

Stealing billions not an issue but Pulau Batu Puteh is - Dr M

Why focus on a small island over many pressing issues, he asks.

Period spot checks barbaric practice, violation of privacy - Gerak

Period spot checks barbaric practice, violation of privacy - Gerak

Education Ministry must take stern action against perpetrators, it says.
YOURSAY | From Timah to Tongkat Ali – are we so easily confused?

YOURSAY | From Timah to Tongkat Ali – are we so easily confused?

'Half of the products in the supermarket should change their names.'

Anwar's Malacca gambit

Anwar's Malacca gambit

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