Archive - 24 January 2022

Faizal: Stop turning BAM-Lee Zii Jia issue into polemic

Faizal: Stop turning BAM-Lee Zii Jia issue into polemic

He hopes both parties will find an amicable solution.
Clogged drains cause stagnant water in Taman Sri Muda

Clogged drains cause stagnant water in Taman Sri Muda

The rising floodwaters started to recede around 5pm.
MOE seeks to postpone vacating SK Assumption to March

MOE seeks to postpone vacating SK Assumption to March

Students and teachers will be moved to nearby schools.
'Flood victims duped to pro-Najib gathering' - NGOs claim confusion, misinterpreted

'Flood victims duped to pro-Najib gathering' - NGOs claim confusion, misinterpreted

NGO representing flood victims says it was a coincidence.

Undi18 calls for more youth candidates in Johor election

Undi18 calls for more youth candidates in Johor election

They want Johorean youths to exercise their democratic duty.
Covid-19: Sharp increase in education clusters last week

Covid-19: Sharp increase in education clusters last week

Sixty-two clusters were detected compared to 15 the week before.

Harapan wants EC to allow face-to-face campaigning at Johor polls

Harapan wants EC to allow face-to-face campaigning at Johor polls

Updated at 8.55pm | The coalition claims the Covid-19 situation has stabilised.

Court to decide on Najib's appeal in AMMB Holdings suit

Court to decide on Najib's appeal in AMMB Holdings suit

Decision on whether to allow Najib's appeal to reinstate lawsuit.

Cops identify 78 individuals linked to anti-Azam Baki  protests

Cops identify 78 individuals linked to anti-Azam Baki protests

Updated at 10.15pm | They comprise 26 activists and 52 ordinary participants.
Raya Airways denies acquisition talks with AirAsia

Raya Airways denies acquisition talks with AirAsia

The carrier says its operational and financial position is strengthening.

BAM denies report contract of 3 coaches won't be renewed

BAM denies report contract of 3 coaches won't be renewed

It says evaluation of coaching staff and players ongoing.

Education cluster: 15 schools closed in Kedah

Education cluster: 15 schools closed in Kedah

525 school children in Kedah have tested positive for Covid-19.

EC to meet on Feb 9 to set Johor election dates

EC to meet on Feb 9 to set Johor election dates

Election must be held within 60 days of state assembly's dissolution.

Johor polls: Harapan to decide on logo in two days - Anwar

Johor polls: Harapan to decide on logo in two days - Anwar

PKR wants own logo, Amanah and DAP want coalition logo.

Two US carriers enter S China Sea, to 'counter malign influence'

Two US carriers enter S China Sea, to 'counter malign influence'

They will be carrying out several operations in the area.
MP SPEAKS | Sanctions during the pandemic

MP SPEAKS | Sanctions during the pandemic

Iran irefuses to bow to the demands of world powers.
Harapan to rope in all opposition parties for Johor polls - Anwar

Harapan to rope in all opposition parties for Johor polls - Anwar

This includes Muda, Pejuang and Warisan.

Two Australian states to test school students twice weekly for Covid

Two Australian states to test school students twice weekly for Covid

Schools will reopen after the summer break ends next week.
Prosecutor seeks life sentence for convicted 'Hotel Rwanda' hero

Prosecutor seeks life sentence for convicted 'Hotel Rwanda' hero

Paul Rusesabagina is convicted on eight terrorism charges.
Deforested area good for tigers, claims K'tan Forestry director

Deforested area good for tigers, claims K'tan Forestry director

He says it will be easier for them to hunt for prey.

Pilot project targets 10k Indonesian domestic workers - Saravanan

Pilot project targets 10k Indonesian domestic workers - Saravanan

The signing ceremony will be held in Bali next month.

Indonesia reopens two islands to Singaporean tourists

Indonesia reopens two islands to Singaporean tourists

Singaporeans can visit Batam and Bintan with certain requirements.

Canadian hospitals strain as Omicron hits health workers

Canadian hospitals strain as Omicron hits health workers

Fully staffed shifts are a rarity.

Beijing introduces more Covid-19 measures as cases mount before Olympics

Beijing introduces more Covid-19 measures as cases mount before Olympics

This allegedly includes barring unvaccinated children from attending classes.

Covid-19 (Jan 24): 3,214 cases, R-number at 1.08

Covid-19 (Jan 24): 3,214 cases, R-number at 1.08

UPDATED 7.28PM | The R-number is highest since August, pointing to an accelerating outbreak.

Analysts doubtful of Undi18's impact on Johor snap polls

Analysts doubtful of Undi18's impact on Johor snap polls

Muda's influence on Johor snap polls will also depend on their choices.

Rep urges EC to enhance overseas postal voting for Johor polls

Rep urges EC to enhance overseas postal voting for Johor polls

Overseas voters had encountered numerous issues during recent polls.

Maybank denies financial headwind over Genting HK exposure

Maybank denies financial headwind over Genting HK exposure

Maybank is among three banks that are unsecured creditors of Genting HK.

Hearing of Rosmah's bid to recuse judge postponed to Feb 3

Hearing of Rosmah's bid to recuse judge postponed to Feb 3

Her lead counsel is confirmed positive for Covid-19.
Two new airlines will help aviation sector recover - Azmin

Two new airlines will help aviation sector recover - Azmin

Minister says the airlines expected to promote healthy competition.

Lawyer ready to prove in court rape allegations linked to Bersatu members

Lawyer ready to prove in court rape allegations linked to Bersatu members

A Bersatu rep has sued the lawyer for defamation over the case.

Sivarasa's aides charged under MACC Act

Sivarasa's aides charged under MACC Act

The Sungai Buloh MP questions the timing of the charges.

Loke hopes for a united opposition in Johor, points to S'wak setback

Loke hopes for a united opposition in Johor, points to S'wak setback

Other Harapan leaders seem to be receptive as well.

Umno wants at least seven more Johor seats, up from 35 in 2018

Umno wants at least seven more Johor seats, up from 35 in 2018

In 2018, MCA and Gerakan lost all Johor seats contested.

Several schools in Johor face week-long closure

Several schools in Johor face week-long closure

State authorities have yet to provide details.

“You Drive, We Pay!” ‘Fuel Your Stay’ Rewards Domestic Travellers

“You Drive, We Pay!” ‘Fuel Your Stay’ Rewards Domestic Travellers

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts in Malaysia have launched an innovative ‘Fuel Your Stay’ that rewards domestic travelers and staycationers with up to RM50 in credit or reimbursement for petrol when they book directly with the properties.

Genting HK: MP wants accountability as M'sian investments take a hit

Genting HK: MP wants accountability as M'sian investments take a hit

UPDATED 4PM | Malaysian banks have extended unsecured loans to the firm.

K'tan Puteri Umno supports decision to sever ties with PAS

K'tan Puteri Umno supports decision to sever ties with PAS

Umno adds that door to negotiations is never closed.

Najib to appoint Queen's Counsel from UK for his SRC appeal

Najib to appoint Queen's Counsel from UK for his SRC appeal

UPDATED 4PM | Ex-PM appealing conviction in RM42m graft case.

Former Johor MB rules out running in upcoming polls

Former Johor MB rules out running in upcoming polls

'We need to give opportunities and exposure to young leaders to contest.'

US tells diplomats' families to leave Ukraine, weighs troop options

US tells diplomats' families to leave Ukraine, weighs troop options

'Military action by Russia could come at any time,' says US Embassy.
Cops to summon individuals who stopped cars on emergency lane

Cops to summon individuals who stopped cars on emergency lane

They are believed to be members of the FCCM-FC Club Malaysia.
Taiwan reports new large-scale Chinese air force incursion

Taiwan reports new large-scale Chinese air force incursion

This is the largest air incursion since October.

Financial Sector Blueprint 2022-2026 to complement 12MP - Zafrul

Financial Sector Blueprint 2022-2026 to complement 12MP - Zafrul

Blueprint critical for sector to navigate future industry challenges, opportunities.
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US rebuffs sanctioning Russia now, wants to preserve deterrence

US rebuffs sanctioning Russia now, wants to preserve deterrence

Doing so will undermine deterring Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

Zahid ordered to answer 47 charges in Yayasan Akalbudi corruption case

Zahid ordered to answer 47 charges in Yayasan Akalbudi corruption case

UPDATED 11.38AM | High Court rules that prosecution has established prima facie case.

Blind worker proves mettle at a car wash

Blind worker proves mettle at a car wash

A viralised video of him at work earns him lots of praise.

UK warns Russia will face severe sanctions if it puts 'puppet regime' in Ukraine

UK warns Russia will face severe sanctions if it puts 'puppet regime' in Ukraine

West accuses Russia of preparing for an invasion of Ukraine.

DAP MP defends Saifuddin after Cambodian PM blasts him for 'arrogance'

DAP MP defends Saifuddin after Cambodian PM blasts him for 'arrogance'

Charles Santiago says Hun Sen risks Asean's progress on Myanmar.

Domestic workers strip-searched, photographed - agency worker

Domestic workers strip-searched, photographed - agency worker

The photos will then be used to threaten the women.
PM must stop 'petty’ MACC vendetta against Sivarasa - Kit Siang

PM must stop 'petty’ MACC vendetta against Sivarasa - Kit Siang

MACC is charging Sivarasa's subordinate over alleged corruption.

LETTER | Opportune time for CVLB to lift taxi restrictions

LETTER | Opportune time for CVLB to lift taxi restrictions

The board needs to look towards the future.

COMMENT | Seven points on Azam Baki protest

COMMENT | Seven points on Azam Baki protest

Overkill reaction transformed small protest into huge national event.

Covid-19 deaths (Jan 24): 9 reported fatalities, total at 31,892

Covid-19 deaths (Jan 24): 9 reported fatalities, total at 31,892

Tally is lowest since April 2021, same as Jan 18.

COMMENT | Election system designed to make new parties like Muda fail

COMMENT | Election system designed to make new parties like Muda fail

Having the most votes does not mean you win.
YOURSAY | The 'flood' buck should stop with the PM

YOURSAY | The 'flood' buck should stop with the PM

'I'd have expected words of sympathy and assurances, not finger-pointing.'

Kota Bharu school closed after Covid-19 outbreak

Kota Bharu school closed after Covid-19 outbreak

SMKA Melor recorded 55 cases since Jan 19.

Umno triggers Johor election

Umno triggers Johor election

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