Archive - 14 February 2022

Sec-gen Amira Aisya is Muda's candidate for Puteri Wangsa

Sec-gen Amira Aisya is Muda's candidate for Puteri Wangsa

UPDATED 10PM | She apologises to her mother for breaking her promise not to join politics.
Viral message claiming teenager died due to Covid-19 booster dose fake

Viral message claiming teenager died due to Covid-19 booster dose fake

The patient never had a booster shot, died of an infection.
Thai government plans to reopen Malaysia-Thai border in March

Thai government plans to reopen Malaysia-Thai border in March

Malaysian tourists have been the largest group of visitors before the pandemic.
No quarantine needed for Malaysians entering India effective today

No quarantine needed for Malaysians entering India effective today

The pre-flight tests are not mandatory for fully vaccinated travellers.
Former assistant of Kuala Muda AADK fined RM10,000 for graft

Former assistant of Kuala Muda AADK fined RM10,000 for graft

If he can't pay, he has to serve six months in jail.
PKR unveils Maszlee for Layang-Layang, postpones some seats

PKR unveils Maszlee for Layang-Layang, postpones some seats

UPDATED 11.13PM | He is the only candidate announced for the central region.
In Muda, Anwar sees 'new friend' for Harapan

In Muda, Anwar sees 'new friend' for Harapan

Muda has individual electoral pacts with PKR, DAP and Amanah.
Bung Moktar's corruption case: Prosecution to examine hostile witness

Bung Moktar's corruption case: Prosecution to examine hostile witness

It contends material discrepancy between witness's testimony and MACC recording.
Reopening borders without travel bubble needs further study – Nancy

Reopening borders without travel bubble needs further study – Nancy

This includes discussions with the tourism ministries in other countries.
As Omicron spikes, Sweden recommends fourth Covid-19 jab for the elderly

As Omicron spikes, Sweden recommends fourth Covid-19 jab for the elderly

Those aged 80 or above urged to take a second booster shot.
New Zealand's Ardern labels anti-vaccine mandate protests 'imported'

New Zealand's Ardern labels anti-vaccine mandate protests 'imported' 

We've never seen this before, she says as crowds defy calls to leave.
Covid-19 (Feb 14): 21,315 new cases, RT at 1.43

Covid-19 (Feb 14): 21,315 new cases, RT at 1.43

UPDATED 9.30PM | Hospital admissions are up 41.9 percent from a week ago.
March 22 hearing of SRC’s asset-freezing bid against Najib

March 22 hearing of SRC’s asset-freezing bid against Najib

UPDATED 7.49PM | It will be an inter partes hearing.
BlueDuck goes commercial with zero-deposit solution for retail chain outlets, SMEs

BlueDuck goes commercial with zero-deposit solution for retail chain outlets, SMEs

BlueDuck is going commercial with its zero-deposit solution, also known as “BlueDuck Smart Commercial”, for retail chain outlets and SMEs to promote cash flow and reduce vacant units in a post-pandemic environment.
COMMENT | Families feel the pain as S'pore steps up executions

COMMENT | Families feel the pain as S'pore steps up executions

Two inmates suddenly scheduled for execution.
79 Sarawak assemblypersons take oath of office

79 Sarawak assemblypersons take oath of office

Swearing-in ceremony for three other reps will be held at later date. 
S’pore to include Nuvaxovid Covid-19 vaccine in vaccination programme

S’pore to include Nuvaxovid Covid-19 vaccine in vaccination programme

This is for those aged 18 and above.
More than 100,000 children in K'tan unregistered for vaccines

More than 100,000 children in K'tan unregistered for vaccines

State health director says they need to work harder to convince parents.
Wisma Putra closely monitoring developments in Ukraine

Wisma Putra closely monitoring developments in Ukraine

Malaysians there are advised to register with the embassy.
LETTER | Plan to use Afghan funds for 9/11 victims unacceptable

LETTER | Plan to use Afghan funds for 9/11 victims unacceptable

Don't punish Afghan people for the Taliban's misdeeds.
Police detain father of two kids found dead in Langkawi

Police detain father of two kids found dead in Langkawi

He tests positive for drugs.
DAP: Hishammuddin's fine exposes double standards

DAP: Hishammuddin's fine exposes double standards

The minister is only fined RM1,000 for SOP breach.
Kadir Jasin: Big Umno win coming up as long as opposition is split

Kadir Jasin: Big Umno win coming up as long as opposition is split

This is due to Harapan divided into two, not Umno being strong.
PKR confirms Napsiah for Kempas, not ceding Larkin to Muda

PKR confirms Napsiah for Kempas, not ceding Larkin to Muda

UPDATED 2.53PM | This comes after Amanah surrendered the Puteri Wangsa seat to Muda.
M'sian travellers stranded in the Philippines allowed to enter

M'sian travellers stranded in the Philippines allowed to enter

UPDATED 8.19PM | Wisma Putra intervenes after vaccination certificate is rejected.
PM: Compounded offence not a crime, no need for minister to resign

PM: Compounded offence not a crime, no need for minister to resign

'What's important is that the government does not play favourites.'
Census 2020: Bumiputera population increases to almost 70pct

Census 2020: Bumiputera population increases to almost 70pct

Survey also reveals lower percentage of young population. 
Court advises mediation in retired judges’ pension lawsuit

Court advises mediation in retired judges’ pension lawsuit

Plaintiffs say many factors not considered in pension payouts.
Monsta’s ‘Mad Mecha’ is coming exclusively to The Sandbox Gaming Metaverse

Monsta’s ‘Mad Mecha’ is coming exclusively to The Sandbox Gaming Metaverse

The Sandbox, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands and the leading open NFT metaverse platform, announced today that it has partnered with Monsta to bring an exclusive gaming experience to The Sandbox gaming virtual world.
COMMENT | An open letter to MACC chief Azam Baki

COMMENT | An open letter to MACC chief Azam Baki

You chose to ignore an issue that needed urgent explanation.
How to study effectively? Study techniques that will help you ace that exam

How to study effectively? Study techniques that will help you ace that exam

Studying can be tricky, even more so when exams are just around the corner. However, with the proper techniques and hard work, you can most definitely ace your tests.
Contempt of court if cops don't help single mother recover kids - MP

Contempt of court if cops don't help single mother recover kids - MP

High Court granted mother custody last year.
S’pore urged to halt execution of another mentally disabled Malaysian

S’pore urged to halt execution of another mentally disabled Malaysian

He's been scheduled to be executed on Feb 16.
Resign as senior minister over SOPs breach, MP Yeoh tells Hishammuddin

Resign as senior minister over SOPs breach, MP Yeoh tells Hishammuddin

'Unforgivable for him to be caught on video breaching the Covid SOPs'
Ukraine's leader invites Biden to visit soon

Ukraine's leader invites Biden to visit soon

Tensions have been rising over Russia's troop build-up near Ukraine.
Saudi-led coalition strikes target satellites station in Yemen's Sanaa - residents

Saudi-led coalition strikes target satellites station in Yemen's Sanaa - residents

The bombing targeted a ground station for satellites.
Hong Kong leader says 5th Covid wave has 'overwhelmed' city's capacity

Hong Kong leader says 5th Covid wave has 'overwhelmed' city's capacity

KINIGUIDE | Carbon trading and fight against climate change

KINIGUIDE | Carbon trading and fight against climate change

A recent deal has fired up interest in this issue.
COMMENT | Dear Hadi, there is no such thing as Islamophobia

COMMENT | Dear Hadi, there is no such thing as Islamophobia

There are of course racists, bigots and other cretins who disparage Muslims.
PKR-Muda stalemate persists at 11th hour

PKR-Muda stalemate persists at 11th hour

PKR will therefore decide today on its candidates for the polls.
LETTER | Harassment against human rights defenders condemned

LETTER | Harassment against human rights defenders condemned

Shariffa Sabrina and Lalitha Kunaratnam’s efforts must be recognised and protected.
COMMENT | Thanks for the memory, Jit

COMMENT | Thanks for the memory, Jit

Your stellar career as a performer and writer will be remembered.

Two kids die in Langkawi, believed to have eaten food from trash can

Two kids die in Langkawi, believed to have eaten food from trash can

Their Myanmarese father found them in a disoriented state.
Covid-19 deaths (Feb 14): 11 reported fatalities, total at 32,125

Covid-19 deaths (Feb 14): 11 reported fatalities, total at 32,125

Five died before receiving treatment at hospital.
Long-drawn out labour process not by choice, minister tells Maria Chin

Long-drawn out labour process not by choice, minister tells Maria Chin

Saravanan says Maria should reach out to him instead of criticising him.
Mother seeks police's help to reunite with three children

Mother seeks police's help to reunite with three children

The children are allegedly held by a woman preacher.

YOURSAY | It’s only public interest when convenient for Muhyiddin

YOURSAY | It’s only public interest when convenient for Muhyiddin

'Was it public interest when you helped bring down the Harapan govt?'
Minister fines minister

Minister fines minister

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