Archive - 10 February 2022

Pharmaniaga ‘misrepresented’ booster jab study findings - ministry

Pharmaniaga ‘misrepresented’ booster jab study findings - ministry

Setting record straight, MOH says heterologous boosters better for Sinovac recipients. 
COMMENT | Is M’sia's top position in Global Opportunity Index 2022 realistic?

COMMENT | Is M’sia's top position in Global Opportunity Index 2022 realistic?

We need to tackle key issues and enact crucial reforms.
Johor polls: BN to announce candidates several days before nomination day

Johor polls: BN to announce candidates several days before nomination day

'They will include new faces,' says Hasni Mohammad.
Johor polls: Police to deploy 5,000 additional officers, personnel

Johor polls: Police to deploy 5,000 additional officers, personnel

All parties are reminded to comply with Covid-19 SOP.
PM: Bank Negara must review financing model for easier home ownership

PM: Bank Negara must review financing model for easier home ownership

The focus will be on direct purchase and rent to own. 
Johor polls: Pejuang candidates must undergo anti-corruption psychometric test

Johor polls: Pejuang candidates must undergo anti-corruption psychometric test

'This is to ensure they are clean,' says Mukhriz.
Rogue employee or Goldman scapegoat? Ex-banker's 1MDB corruption trial to kick off

Rogue employee or Goldman scapegoat? Ex-banker's 1MDB corruption trial to kick off

Case could shed light on bank's response to corruption warnings.
Umno has failed to deliver too if Puad's logic holds water - DAP man

Umno has failed to deliver too if Puad's logic holds water - DAP man

'This is like the dagger that stabs its owner.'
M'sia approves Covid vaccine from India’s Bharat Biotech

M'sia approves Covid vaccine from India’s Bharat Biotech

Two doses of Covaxin found to be 47pct effective.
After losing seat to Muda, Napsiah irked by youth party 'badgering' for help

After losing seat to Muda, Napsiah irked by youth party 'badgering' for help

''I am busy working, wait for me to be free.'
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia celebrates #WattaDecade

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia celebrates #WattaDecade

A decade of creating positive impact in the country beyond quality education

Omicron BA.2 sub-variant dominant in S.Africa, says CDC

Omicron BA.2 sub-variant dominant in S.Africa, says CDC

The sub-variant is likely to be present elsewhere.
UK's Johnson calls for tough European stance over Ukraine

UK's Johnson calls for tough European stance over Ukraine

This comes as the British PM faces political pressure.
Nurul Izzah positive for Covid-19

Nurul Izzah positive for Covid-19

She is already observing quarantine after her son tested positive on Sunday.

Russia starts Belarus military drills amid new diplomacy on Ukraine

Russia starts Belarus military drills amid new diplomacy on Ukraine

Russia says it can move its troops across its territory.
Contract trainees: Govt promises ‘at least’ 8.6k permanent posts

Contract trainees: Govt promises ‘at least’ 8.6k permanent posts

UPDATED 7.09PM | This is for medical, dental, pharmacy officers over the next four years.
M'sia on 'excellent' track to recovery - PM

M'sia on 'excellent' track to recovery - PM

Ismail Sabri says exports and foreign investments indicate resilience.
Hong Kong Covid-19 infections surge, experts warn could near 30k a day

Hong Kong Covid-19 infections surge, experts warn could near 30k a day

It'd take up to three months of lockdown to restore 'zero Covid'.
Shafiq Abdullah now PSD director-general

Shafiq Abdullah now PSD director-general

He replaces Mohd Khairul Adib Abd Rahman, who retired.
Hamzah rubbishes 'Bersatu ministers rejoining Umno' rumours as psywar

Hamzah rubbishes 'Bersatu ministers rejoining Umno' rumours as psywar

It is created by politicians ahead of the Johor polls.

Malaysia ready to work with US, UK to address forced labour

Malaysia ready to work with US, UK to address forced labour

Human trafficking is a major challenge faced by the country.
Former Bangladesh high commissioner's arrest in 'accordance with law'

Former Bangladesh high commissioner's arrest in 'accordance with law'

The reason for Mohamed Khairuzzaman's arrest is not disclosed.

Court order for Najib to disclose US$681m assets to 1MDB

Court order for Najib to disclose US$681m assets to 1MDB

UPDATED 6.45PM | Ex-PM will have 14 days after order served. 
Harapan piggybacks Muda for political botox jab, claims Umno leader

Harapan piggybacks Muda for political botox jab, claims Umno leader

Puad says it's an indirect admission Harapan's youth wings failed.
Correct weak employment policies for contract workers - MMA to HR ministry

Correct weak employment policies for contract workers - MMA to HR ministry

This is to avoid the contract system from being abused.
PBM to contest two seats in Johor polls

PBM to contest two seats in Johor polls

Party already present in Tebrau, Johor, which has two state seats.
COMMENT | Money and politics are killing sports

COMMENT | Money and politics are killing sports

Sports attracted wannabes, used as a springboard.
Covid-19 (Feb 10): 19,090 cases, infectivity rate at 1.47

Covid-19 (Feb 10): 19,090 cases, infectivity rate at 1.47

UPDATED 9.47PM | Today's cases is the highest since Sept 15.
The Trend of Malaysia's Shopping Mall Apps

The Trend of Malaysia's Shopping Mall Apps

Discover some of the attractions to make up a good mall app. Read to find out more!
Hard bargain: Muhyiddin's seat causing PKR-Muda deadlock

Hard bargain: Muhyiddin's seat causing PKR-Muda deadlock

A stumbling block has been the seat composition.
AEON Mall Metro Prima hosts the 25th Pokémon Trading Card Games Exhibition

AEON Mall Metro Prima hosts the 25th Pokémon Trading Card Games Exhibition

AEON CO. (M) BHD. (AEON) brings good news to Pokémon’s fans by hosting the 25th Pokémon Trading Card Games (TCG) exhibition at AEON Mall Metro Prima in Kuala Lumpur.
Ex-Bangladeshi diplomat nabbed in M'sia, risks being deported

Ex-Bangladeshi diplomat nabbed in M'sia, risks being deported

Human rights group says Mohamed Khairuzzaman may face persecution back home.

Harapan agrees on united theme for Johor polls, will embark on roadshow

Harapan agrees on united theme for Johor polls, will embark on roadshow

The presidential council notes the gravity of the current Covid-19 wave.
Shafee trial: Feb 15 decision to remove parts of witness testimony

Shafee trial: Feb 15 decision to remove parts of witness testimony

Parts of statement allegedly prejudicial to accused.
Political corruption: DAP offers 'proof' for MACC

Political corruption: DAP offers 'proof' for MACC

MACC accused of inaction despite complaints.
Pahang govt demands apology, RM1m from environmentalist

Pahang govt demands apology, RM1m from environmentalist

It claims the statements made by Shariffa Sabrina 'false and unfounded'.

MACC lodges police report against Azam whistleblower, again

MACC lodges police report against Azam whistleblower, again

Graft-buster claims Lalitha Kunaratnam lied to court in defence statement.
Najib says he doesn't have the RM2.6b sought by 1MDB

Najib says he doesn't have the RM2.6b sought by 1MDB

Ex-PM claims this is a political move against him.
Rogue online posts land Muda in hot water

Rogue online posts land Muda in hot water

Posts seemed to target govt, opposition parties.
redONE rewards its partners with cash and cars in appreciation dinner

redONE rewards its partners with cash and cars in appreciation dinner

redONE celebrated its 10th anniversary and rewarded nationwide sales partners in the annual Star Nite 2022 dinner

Activist Fahmi charged over online post allegedly insulting minister

Activist Fahmi charged over online post allegedly insulting minister

UPDATED 11.38AM |  It is unclear who was the minister targeted by 2021 post.
COMMENT | Forced labour in US and UK prisons

COMMENT | Forced labour in US and UK prisons

The plight of all workers should give cause for concern.
'Macam mana bha mau jaga rumah?': Allianz General, Bomba talk home safety with Tawau residents

'Macam mana bha mau jaga rumah?': Allianz General, Bomba talk home safety with Tawau residents

Home fires are a contentious issue for residents in Tawau, with the latest being two separate fire incidents in Kampung Sungai Buaya in Tawau and in Kunak, earlier this year.
Cops arrest 35 linked to gambling, scam syndicate in bungalow raid

Cops arrest 35 linked to gambling, scam syndicate in bungalow raid

Police say premises were rented as an operations centre.
Covid cases surpass 400 million as Omicron grips world

Covid cases surpass 400 million as Omicron grips world

Health systems in several countries are pushed to the brink of capacity.
Hasni to remain as Johor MB if BN wins

Hasni to remain as Johor MB if BN wins

His name will be submitted to the state ruler upon the win.

M'sian sustainable palm oil-based products to be available in Dubai

M'sian sustainable palm oil-based products to be available in Dubai

This comes with a deal signed between MPOC and Lulu International.

COMMENT | Fahmi Reza reminds us that this govt is a joke

COMMENT | Fahmi Reza reminds us that this govt is a joke

Fascists do not like to be laughed at.

YOURSAY | Poor Najib, only RM100,000 a month

YOURSAY | Poor Najib, only RM100,000 a month

'That's more than what most M'sians spend in half a lifetime.'

Covid-19 deaths (Feb 10): 9 reported fatalities, total at 32,065

Covid-19 deaths (Feb 10): 9 reported fatalities, total at 32,065

Over the past two weeks, deaths reported in Perak are relatively high.

LETTER |  A representation of Malaysia’s finest.

LETTER | A representation of Malaysia’s finest.

Our athletes stand for pride, unity and patriotism.
Pahang MB oversees the defection of Bersatu members to Umno

Pahang MB oversees the defection of Bersatu members to Umno

Wan Rosdy does not discount that more will follow suit.

Divided views over tycoon's daughter's involvement in Muda

Divided views over tycoon's daughter's involvement in Muda

Dian Lee is being considered as a candidate in the Johor polls.

Najib's assets frozen

Najib's assets frozen

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