Archive - 20 February 2022

Don't ask for seats in Johor polls through media - MCA chief

Don't ask for seats in Johor polls through media - MCA chief


Wee says announcement will only be made after the matter is finalised.
Still no announcement on M'sian envoy candidates - Saifuddin

Still no announcement on M'sian envoy candidates - Saifuddin

Govt will only mention the names after they are appointed by Agong.

Britain's Queen Elizabeth catches Covid-19

Britain's Queen Elizabeth catches Covid-19

This comes two weeks after she marked 70 years on British throne.
Unvaccinated patients' death rate higher than those with booster shots

Unvaccinated patients' death rate higher than those with booster shots

'Stop reading nonsense conspiracy theories on FB,' says Khairy.

DOE issues stop-work order to quarry works at Penang housing project

DOE issues stop-work order to quarry works at Penang housing project

The housing developer and quarry operator are also facing stern action. 

S'wak to 'continue demand' for one-third of parliamentary seats

S'wak to 'continue demand' for one-third of parliamentary seats

Hope the demand could be met before GE15, says assistant minister. 
K'tan has never been ruled out from organising Sukma - Khairy

K'tan has never been ruled out from organising Sukma - Khairy

He says the state had been offered to organise the event previously.
Infected children should get vaccinated to prevent complications - Health DG

Infected children should get vaccinated to prevent complications - Health DG

They can suffer from multi-system inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C).
M'sia defeats Indonesia 3-0 to bag Asia Badminton title

M'sia defeats Indonesia 3-0 to bag Asia Badminton title

This is the country's maiden BATC title.


Single mum intends to challenge children's unilateral conversion

Single mum intends to challenge children's unilateral conversion


This is because the children were converted without her consent, says lawyer.
B40 workers counting on govt for minimum wage decision - MTUC

B40 workers counting on govt for minimum wage decision - MTUC

Discussions should not be delayed for a long time, says sec-gen.
French modelling agent who founded agency with Epstein dies in custody

French modelling agent who founded agency with Epstein dies in custody

Jean-Luc Brunel has been found hanged in his cell in the Sante prison.

PM's visit to Thailand expected to bring good news on land border reopening

PM's visit to Thailand expected to bring good news on land border reopening

There will also be discussion on recognising vaxx certificates from both countries.
Don't be afraid to come out and vote, Annuar tells Johor voters

Don't be afraid to come out and vote, Annuar tells Johor voters

The SOPs can control the spread of Covid-19, he says.

Hanipa: Amanah born from Hadi's weakness, not DAP

Hanipa: Amanah born from Hadi's weakness, not DAP

He says claim Amanah created by DAP is ludicrous.
MMA advises parents to consult experts over vaccination doubts

MMA advises parents to consult experts over vaccination doubts

'Ask for verified info before deciding to vaccinate children.'
Beijing to close games marked by Covid measures, Valieva doping scandal

Beijing to close games marked by Covid measures, Valieva doping scandal

There was also diplomatic boycott by several countries.
Mazlan: Can 'helpful' PN break Felda free from Umno's grip?

Mazlan: Can 'helpful' PN break Felda free from Umno's grip?

'Muhyiddin had taken proative steps to bring changes to Felda.'
Mahathir admits embarrassment but to keep highlighting Najib's name

Mahathir admits embarrassment but to keep highlighting Najib's name

He wants to make sure Najib won't return to power.
MP SPEAKS | Covid-19 becoming endemic, no need to delay border reopening

MP SPEAKS | Covid-19 becoming endemic, no need to delay border reopening

This can help revive the economy.
I passed report to Muhyiddin as he's NRC chair - Zafrul

I passed report to Muhyiddin as he's NRC chair - Zafrul

He says Muhyiddin needs info to help PM lead country's economic recovery.
Kok to Zuraida: No need to comment on my English, explain 'under one roof' remark

Kok to Zuraida: No need to comment on my English, explain 'under one roof' remark

Zuraida has taken a jab at Seputeh MP's comprehension.
LETTER | Children's conversion: Perlis Mufti's view not supported by Constitution

LETTER | Children's conversion: Perlis Mufti's view not supported by Constitution

Federal Court had also ruled on the matter in Indira Gandhi case.
Abim wants govt to ensure Loh can see children 'as often as possible'

Abim wants govt to ensure Loh can see children 'as often as possible'

'No one should violate a mother's love for her child.'
'Leaking' M'sia's financial woes: Umno Youth lodges report against Muhyiddin

'Leaking' M'sia's financial woes: Umno Youth lodges report against Muhyiddin

Parit Sulong Umno Youth says financial details fall under OSA.
COMMENT | Marhaen, kayangan and the infuriating minimum wage debate

COMMENT | Marhaen, kayangan and the infuriating minimum wage debate

Honestly, even RM1,500 is too low in the long run.

COMMENT | The uneasy truth about Malaysian football

COMMENT | The uneasy truth about Malaysian football

We are exactly where we should be, ranked 154 of 210 nations.
Kelantan Health exco tests positive for Covid-19

Kelantan Health exco tests positive for Covid-19

Kijang rep has been receiving treatment at the hospital.
Saifuddin, Rafizi, Farhash expected in tussle for PKR No 2 post - sources

Saifuddin, Rafizi, Farhash expected in tussle for PKR No 2 post - sources

All three have not confirmed if they are contesting.
Search for healthy food leads Simon to start his farm

Search for healthy food leads Simon to start his farm


MALAYSIANSKINI | The media veteran's organic food startup is now a successful business.
Foreign minister: Saudi Arabia plans for fresh round of talks with Iran

Foreign minister: Saudi Arabia plans for fresh round of talks with Iran

He urges Tehran to change its behaviour in the region.
Harapan allies say no issue with Rafizi's PKR comeback

Harapan allies say no issue with Rafizi's PKR comeback

Amanah supports anyone with similar goals while DAP cites non-interference.

'We saw death in front of us': Passengers recount Greece-Italy ferry fire ordeal

'We saw death in front of us': Passengers recount Greece-Italy ferry fire ordeal

Rescuers are still searching for 12 missing people.
Key events in Canada's trucker protests against Covid-19 curbs

Key events in Canada's trucker protests against Covid-19 curbs

Police are still trying to restore normalcy in Ottawa.
Putin oversees nuclear drills, US says Russian forces 'poised to strike' Ukraine

Putin oversees nuclear drills, US says Russian forces 'poised to strike' Ukraine

Biden plans to discuss the crisis with his top advisers today.
Bad romance: Assault leads to scuffle at Ipoh hospital grounds

Bad romance: Assault leads to scuffle at Ipoh hospital grounds

Three individuals were injured due to the misunderstanding.
HISTORY | The ‘almost forgotten’ radical Malay nationalists

HISTORY | The ‘almost forgotten’ radical Malay nationalists

Unlike Umno, these nationalists were against working with British colonialists.

LETTER | Use natural law to address unilateral religious conversion

LETTER | Use natural law to address unilateral religious conversion

It addresses the underlying needs of justice of all communities.

Chin Tong: Muda not a silver bullet, but it can be a catalyst

Chin Tong: Muda not a silver bullet, but it can be a catalyst

He says fledgling party can help show the way forward.
Covid-19 (Feb 19): 28,825 new cases, slight dip in hospitalisations

Covid-19 (Feb 19): 28,825 new cases, slight dip in hospitalisations

Active cases up 250pct compared to 14 days ago.
YOURSAY | Sarawak’s ‘premier’ not a tissue-thin change

YOURSAY | Sarawak’s ‘premier’ not a tissue-thin change

‘The new title aptly describes the territories and their governing rights.’