Archive - 12 November 2021

Malaysian in death row accorded due process - Singapore PM

Malaysian in death row accorded due process - Singapore PM

A statement has been issued in response to media queries.
PN candidates ink anti-graft pledge, overseen by Muhyiddin

PN candidates ink anti-graft pledge, overseen by Muhyiddin

MALACCA POLLS | They agree to abide by the MACC Act 2009 and other related laws.
‘Action is required from you’ - UN climate talks enter last stretch

‘Action is required from you’ - UN climate talks enter last stretch

A new draft agreement was drawn up for the last scheduled day.
Malacca polls: Bernama TV provides slots to opposition candidates

Malacca polls: Bernama TV provides slots to opposition candidates

MALACCA POLLS | Sungai Rambai candidate first to appear to share aspirations.

Malaysia's full year economic growth expected to remain positive - Zafrul

Malaysia's full year economic growth expected to remain positive - Zafrul

Various key economic indicators point to a strong recovery momentum.
‘There was a huge mistake in Penang undersea tunnel project preliminary deal’

‘There was a huge mistake in Penang undersea tunnel project preliminary deal’

'It involved the parcels of land,' a witness testifies.

Malacca polls: Iman’s Abdul Aziz undeterred by underdog tag in Machap Jaya

Malacca polls: Iman’s Abdul Aziz undeterred by underdog tag in Machap Jaya

MALACCA POLLS | He is the sole candidate for that party.

Mavcom says air travellers not creditors, wants AirAsia X to reimburse customers

Mavcom says air travellers not creditors, wants AirAsia X to reimburse customers

Mavcom will not hesitate to exercise its powers.
Pfizer's Covid-19 booster preferred due to higher effectiveness, says MOH

Pfizer's Covid-19 booster preferred due to higher effectiveness, says MOH

UPDATED 12.05AM | AstraZeneca or Sinovac boosters will still be available to people with allergies.

Senior citizens in Malacca turned away for booster shots, vax centre rectifying issue

Senior citizens in Malacca turned away for booster shots, vax centre rectifying issue

Vaccines were given to walk-ins instead of to those with appointments.

Malacca polls: Bersih rues 'overzealous' enforcement of campaign ban

Malacca polls: Bersih rues 'overzealous' enforcement of campaign ban

MALACCA POLLS | It believes it's all about suppressing election campaign.

'We have a name' - PN promises to reveal CM candidate before polling day

'We have a name' - PN promises to reveal CM candidate before polling day

UPDATED 8.13PM | MALACCA POLLS | PN chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin says it will be from Bersatu.

Malacca polls: PN to launch manifesto this Sunday

Malacca polls: PN to launch manifesto this Sunday

It will contain, among others, pledges to fight corruption.

'Bodoh' - Muhyiddin blasts Shahrir over challenge to bring Johor govt down

'Bodoh' - Muhyiddin blasts Shahrir over challenge to bring Johor govt down

UPDATED 7.56PM | 'His intent is evil,' says the former PM.

Muhyiddin: We're not like Mahathir, PN won't lie to the people

Muhyiddin: We're not like Mahathir, PN won't lie to the people

UPDATED 7.16PM | MALACCA POLLS | PN chairperson pledges this when the coalition's manifesto is unveiled.

Rights group urges Beijing Games sponsors to press China on Xinjiang

Rights group urges Beijing Games sponsors to press China on Xinjiang

Games sponsors ignoring China's crimes against humanity - Human Rights Watch.

AirAsia X creditors agree restructuring, Airbus orders cut

AirAsia X creditors agree restructuring, Airbus orders cut

It will pay just 0.5pct of the debt and end existing contracts.

Ismail Sabri to lead M’sian delegation at Apec leaders' summit

Ismail Sabri to lead M’sian delegation at Apec leaders' summit

All 21 leaders are expected to participate in the meeting.

Warning of ‘early signs’, DG says now is time to prevent Covid-19 spike

Warning of ‘early signs’, DG says now is time to prevent Covid-19 spike

UPDATED 7.20PM | Infectivity rate has risen and cases are not going down.

As Apec chair, Thailand to ensure continuity of Putrajaya vision 2040

As Apec chair, Thailand to ensure continuity of Putrajaya vision 2040

It will pursue the forum's three economic drivers.

Police fine PKR candidate for alleged walkabout in party shirt

Police fine PKR candidate for alleged walkabout in party shirt

MALACCA POLLS | Cops say this constitutes a campaigning offence.

Police deny beating suspect after group alleges he was abused in custody

Police deny beating suspect after group alleges he was abused in custody

Edict claims Mohd Norshafriezan, 27, was severely assaulted in Bachok.

MACC, 11 others not yet required to file defence against Sundra Rajoo's suit - Lawyer

MACC, 11 others not yet required to file defence against Sundra Rajoo's suit - Lawyer

This is pending disposal of striking-out bid by ex-AG Tommy Thomas.

Though labelled a traitor, I will continue to serve the people - Mas Ermieyati

Though labelled a traitor, I will continue to serve the people - Mas Ermieyati

This has not dampened my spirits, says the Masjid Tanah MP.

Without DAP, Rafiq confident Bersatu can do better in Malacca election

Without DAP, Rafiq confident Bersatu can do better in Malacca election

MALACCA POLLS | Known fact DAP-linked parties struggle to get Malay votes, he says.

Health Ministry monitoring hospitals, indicators as Covid-19 Rt rises

Health Ministry monitoring hospitals, indicators as Covid-19 Rt rises

Concern expressed over whether the daily tally is showing an uptrend.

Nazir considered publicly endorsing Harapan at peak of 1MDB scandal

Nazir considered publicly endorsing Harapan at peak of 1MDB scandal

Most of the time his support was behind the scenes.

US journalist Fenster jailed 11 years in Myanmar

US journalist Fenster jailed 11 years in Myanmar

His employer says there is no basis behind the charges.

Impact of prosperity tax on banks manageable - Bank Negara

Impact of prosperity tax on banks manageable - Bank Negara

Its governor says their overall profitability is expected to remain.

M'sia won't face stagflation, must reform for recovery - BNM

M'sia won't face stagflation, must reform for recovery - BNM

UPDATED 3.40PM | Growth projection based on revival of economic activity, among others.

Covid-19: ICU bed occupancy rate in Terengganu at 84pct

Covid-19: ICU bed occupancy rate in Terengganu at 84pct

State authorities say it was expected to increase after travel restrictions lifted.

EC to hold special meeting on Sarawak state election

EC to hold special meeting on Sarawak state election

The discussion will be about fixing dates for the state polls.

Nazir regrets helping Najib cash RM25.7m 1MDB-tainted cheques for GE13

Nazir regrets helping Najib cash RM25.7m 1MDB-tainted cheques for GE13

1MDB sore point in family, pitting Nazir against Najib and Rosmah.

LETTER | Downright dumb and lacking a responsible sense of creativity

LETTER | Downright dumb and lacking a responsible sense of creativity

The government's Asean monument stunt is shortsighted and harmful.

A Season of Joy and all things nice!

A Season of Joy and all things nice!

We are once again reaching the year end, and nothing beats a magical celebration with your loved ones with Maru’s Season of Joy to cater for everyone’s delight while enjoying the company of one another. Get served with the brown sugar cinnamon roll (RM2.90) and peanut butter & jelly donut (RM3.90) to give you some sugar rush and celebration mood.

Covid-19 (Nov 12): 6,517 cases, highest since Oct 22

Covid-19 (Nov 12): 6,517 cases, highest since Oct 22

COVID-19 | The R-naught value climbs to 1.0, suggesting that the recovery has stalled.

LETTER | Revisit Budget 2022 to increase allocation for Indian community

LETTER | Revisit Budget 2022 to increase allocation for Indian community

What we need is fair allocation and not leadership slogans.

Wanita Umno vice chief appointed UDA chairperson

Wanita Umno vice chief appointed UDA chairperson

Norliza Abdul Rahim's appointment effective Nov 8.

Guan Eng, Teng to settle defamation suit over Pulau Jerejak issue

Guan Eng, Teng to settle defamation suit over Pulau Jerejak issue

Matter to be sent from Appeal Court to High Court.

Ambassadorship to 'reward' Tajuddin for backing PM - Umno sources

Ambassadorship to 'reward' Tajuddin for backing PM - Umno sources

Nazri Abdul Aziz is expected to be similarly rewarded.

MP SPEAKS | Muhyiddin's 'confession' a powerful testimony of betrayal

MP SPEAKS | Muhyiddin's 'confession' a powerful testimony of betrayal

He never really believed in Harapan general election manifesto.

Immigration authorities not liable over custodial death of Nigerian - Coroner

Immigration authorities not liable over custodial death of Nigerian - Coroner

Family of the PhD student to appeal to the High Court.

Splitting Malay vote: Umno the one refusing hand of friendship - Bersatu leader

Splitting Malay vote: Umno the one refusing hand of friendship - Bersatu leader

He drew parallels to crusaders breaking truce and losing Jerusalem.

ADUN SPEAKS | Is Malacca election going to be Bersatu's Waterloo?

ADUN SPEAKS | Is Malacca election going to be Bersatu's Waterloo?

The party's relevance in national politics is being challenged.

BN's CM candidate not keen on Anwar's chief ministerial debate idea

BN's CM candidate not keen on Anwar's chief ministerial debate idea

MALACCA POLLS | Sulaiman Md Ali says better to focus on winning polls.

COMMENT | Accounting for climate change

COMMENT | Accounting for climate change

Can the private sector deliver results in greenhouse-gas emissions reductions?

COMMENT | When politics is involved, justice flies out the window

COMMENT | When politics is involved, justice flies out the window

Recent court rulings undermine faith in the justice system.

Israeli 'wargame' sees kids suffering vaccine-resistant Covid strain

Israeli 'wargame' sees kids suffering vaccine-resistant Covid strain

It would brief foreign leaders next week on the findings of the drill.
Allianz General launches Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia campaign until 31 Dec

Allianz General launches Jom Cuti-Cuti Malaysia campaign until 31 Dec

From now until 31 December 2021, when you purchase or renew Allianz Travel Care or Allianz Travel Easy, you could be in the running to win a travel package for a 3 Days 2 Night Malaysian holiday for two worth RM5,000. Campaign draws will be held in November and December, with five winners selected each month.

MACC probes VEP deal, focuses on MCA lawmaker's involvement

MACC probes VEP deal, focuses on MCA lawmaker's involvement

Wee Jeck Seng is a former shareholder of the company awarded the contract.

Netherlands consider going back into partial lockdown

Netherlands consider going back into partial lockdown

It hits a record of around 16,300 in 24 hours on Thursday.
Annuar issues 'gentle reminder' to unvaccinated artistes

Annuar issues 'gentle reminder' to unvaccinated artistes

Doing so will enable them to resume their work, the minister adds.

Rosmah's bid to recuse trial judge to be heard on Dec 14

Rosmah's bid to recuse trial judge to be heard on Dec 14

This is over her money laundering and tax evasion case.

BN candidates instructed not to attack PAS in Malacca polls

BN candidates instructed not to attack PAS in Malacca polls

Deputy Umno chief: We in Umno do not consider PAS an enemy.

Man falls to death from ferris wheel at Cheras funfair

Man falls to death from ferris wheel at Cheras funfair

One died and another was seriously injured.
PN candidates to sign pledge against corruption, says Muhyiddin

PN candidates to sign pledge against corruption, says Muhyiddin

MALACCA POLLS | The candidates will sign the pledge in a day or two.
EU lists rare spinal condition as side-effect of J&J Covid-19 shot

EU lists rare spinal condition as side-effect of J&J Covid-19 shot

EMA also assessing reports of rare blood condition after Moderna jab.

Vaccination for children below 12 to begin next year

Vaccination for children below 12 to begin next year

A total of 5.9 million children are expected to be inoculated.
Kuala Kubu Bharu declared as central forest spine area

Kuala Kubu Bharu declared as central forest spine area

MB says it's a catalyst for conservation in S'gor ecology corridor.

Hadi touts coalition of 'non-extremists' under PN banner

Hadi touts coalition of 'non-extremists' under PN banner

BN has been around for long… the medicine is PN, he says.

YOURSAY | When our CO2 numbers don’t add up

YOURSAY | When our CO2 numbers don’t add up

‘Our trees can absorb carbon four times than trees in Indonesia?’
Muhyiddin positions PN as the moral choice, fires coup and 1MDB salvos at Umno

Muhyiddin positions PN as the moral choice, fires coup and 1MDB salvos at Umno

He paints Umno as self-interested and plagued with corrupt leaders.

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 12): 49 reported fatalities, total at 29,535

Covid-19 deaths (Nov 12): 49 reported fatalities, total at 29,535

Sabah recorded the highest number of new deaths at 12
'Watching TV, it appears like PN not contesting in Malacca' - Muhyiddin

'Watching TV, it appears like PN not contesting in Malacca' - Muhyiddin

He says it looks like only BN, and to some extent, Harapan, are contesting.

Push for Malacca CM debate

Push for Malacca CM debate

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