Archive - 7 March 2022

TNB restores power in 37 flood-affected areas, 3 still out

TNB restores power in 37 flood-affected areas, 3 still out

Power was earlier shut off as a precautionary measure.

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EC allows ceramah speakers to unmask during speeches

EC allows ceramah speakers to unmask during speeches

They are to put back on their mask immediately when finished.

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KL daycare evacuated after downpour triggers landslide

KL daycare evacuated after downpour triggers landslide

DBKL reports landslides in three other areas.

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MOE to scrap school rotation system 'when time is right' - minister

MOE to scrap school rotation system 'when time is right' - minister

Radzi Jidin says can't wait until 100pct children vaccinated.

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Sabahans should get Covid-19 booster before borders reopen - KJ

Sabahans should get Covid-19 booster before borders reopen - KJ

Risk of Covid-19 spreading higher as Indonesia, Philippines have lower vaccination rates.

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Hand in cast, PN worker says roughed up by Umno supporters

Hand in cast, PN worker says roughed up by Umno supporters

Video shows three men yelling at him and hitting his car.

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'Moshing at Johor concert': GLC apologises, says tried to disperse crowd

'Moshing at Johor concert': GLC apologises, says tried to disperse crowd

MyCreative Ventures cooperating with police probe.

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Court hears lawyer's bid to reinstate suit against Anwar's royal pardon March 22

Court hears lawyer's bid to reinstate suit against Anwar's royal pardon March 22

Anwar was previously sentenced to 5 year's jail over sodomy.

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Gobind questions AG's silence over legal matters in Malaysia

Gobind questions AG's silence over legal matters in Malaysia

They include RM62b claim by Sulu descendants, probe against Zeti's husband.

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Dewan Rakyat speaker wants Najib to explain 1MDB remarks

Dewan Rakyat speaker wants Najib to explain 1MDB remarks

Ex-PM had told Parliament no public funds used to pay 1MDB debts.

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Man jailed 1,050 years for raping stepdaughter sees sentence reduced to 42

Man jailed 1,050 years for raping stepdaughter sees sentence reduced to 42

Court upholds the 24 whippings handed down by the Sessions judge.

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Ambulance stopped in Johor to avoid collision with PM's convoy - source

Ambulance stopped in Johor to avoid collision with PM's convoy - source

Video footage of the incident went viral yesterday.

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MP asks if EAIC offered witness protection in police cartel probe

MP asks if EAIC offered witness protection in police cartel probe

PARLIAMENT | Ramkarpal Singh says no witnesses would come forward without security.

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Russian no show at UN court hearings on Ukrainian war

Russian no show at UN court hearings on Ukrainian war

UPDATED 11.56PM | ICJ says it regretted Russia's non-attendance.

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More than 4,300 detained at anti-war protests in Russia

More than 4,300 detained at anti-war protests in Russia

Footage and pictures are being posted on social media by opposition activists.

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Muda to push manifesto promises whether in govt or opposition

Muda to push manifesto promises whether in govt or opposition

The party unveiled its five-point Tekad Manifesto.

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China says it is 'double standard' to conflate Taiwan, Ukraine issues

China says it is 'double standard' to conflate Taiwan, Ukraine issues

Beijing says Taiwan always part of China but Taipei says otherwise.

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COMMENT | Limited gender data deepens inequalities

COMMENT | Limited gender data deepens inequalities

Resources may be wasted in programmes that do not work.

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COMMENT | Power of women in Johor elections

COMMENT | Power of women in Johor elections

Women are half the electorate in Johor, more than half in 25 seats.

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Ukraine decries 'immoral' stunt after Moscow says will let civilians flee to Russia

Ukraine decries 'immoral' stunt after Moscow says will let civilians flee to Russia

Kyiv officials say Russia wants to use civilians for propaganda.

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Muhyiddin refutes Najib's claim no public funds used to repay 1MDB debts

Muhyiddin refutes Najib's claim no public funds used to repay 1MDB debts

PARLIAMENT | He says 1MDB debts are guaranteed by the government.

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LETTER | Debunking vaccine myths

LETTER | Debunking vaccine myths

Authorities must take action against those spreading misinformation.

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TNB shuts power supply as flash floods strike Klang Valley

TNB shuts power supply as flash floods strike Klang Valley

UPDATED 8.04PM | Kesas highway, Kuchai Lama especially affected.

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MP lambasts minister's 'misleading' response on Bentong logging activities

MP lambasts minister's 'misleading' response on Bentong logging activities

Wong Tack calls Takiyuddin Hassan's response 'nonsense'.

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Trans-Pacific Partnership analysis presented soon - Azmin

Trans-Pacific Partnership analysis presented soon - Azmin

Minister says analysis considers impact of pandemic.

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Only two 'sick' projects under Works Ministry in Sabah

Only two 'sick' projects under Works Ministry in Sabah

PARLIAMENT | They are the Papar Hospital and Tawau Hospital.

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Summoned officers should be compelled to appear before PSC - Azalina

Summoned officers should be compelled to appear before PSC - Azalina

She wants the Standing Orders' 'invitation or subpoena' issue addressed.

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Poverty line expected to be revised first quarter 2023 - Mustapa

Poverty line expected to be revised first quarter 2023 - Mustapa

PARLIAMENT | Minister says current poverty criteria are being reviewed.

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Malaysia developing methods to administer vaccine orally, using nasal spray

Malaysia developing methods to administer vaccine orally, using nasal spray

The methods are being studied, says deputy minister.

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Chin Tong heartbroken 'friend' Nur Jazlan playing race card

Chin Tong heartbroken 'friend' Nur Jazlan playing race card

Nur Jazlan forgotten he's half Chinese, says Johor DAP chief.

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Russia says it will open humanitarian corridors to Ukrainian cities

Russia says it will open humanitarian corridors to Ukrainian cities

This after fighting has halted weekend evacuation efforts.

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Ex-Labuan Financial Services Authority chair charged

Ex-Labuan Financial Services Authority chair charged

Azizan charged with using position for gratification.

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TGV: Technical issues, not VIPs, reason for restarting The Batman

TGV: Technical issues, not VIPs, reason for restarting The Batman

Customers affected to be given full refunds, two complimentary movie tickets

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Two-day continuous rain in Sabah from tomorrow

Two-day continuous rain in Sabah from tomorrow

Telupid, Kinabatangan, Beluran, Sandakan and Kudat will be most affected.

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MOH didn't act on secret MP meetings as no complaints filed

MOH didn't act on secret MP meetings as no complaints filed

Umno meetings to oust Muhyiddin held during lockdown.

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Outgunned in Larkin, Muda man turns to 'working class' campaign

Outgunned in Larkin, Muda man turns to 'working class' campaign

Among his unconventional campaign methods include selling burgers and veggies.

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Najib to sue PKR info chief over RM2.6b 1MDB theft claim

Najib to sue PKR info chief over RM2.6b 1MDB theft claim

Ex-PM claims Shamsul failed to abide by the letter of demand issued.

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Govt doing as they please, no respect for rule of law - Dr M

Govt doing as they please, no respect for rule of law - Dr M

Mahathir claims 'extraordinary' property gifts to Najib, Badawi.

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Ukrainians trapped in besieged city as fighting blocks evacuation efforts

Ukrainians trapped in besieged city as fighting blocks evacuation efforts

Moscow repeatedly denies attacking civilian areas.

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COMMENT | Why can't UN maintain world peace and security?

COMMENT | Why can't UN maintain world peace and security?

All nations should cooperate with the UN to remain effective.

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Tawau MP: Time to break gender inequality in political leadership

Tawau MP: Time to break gender inequality in political leadership

There are only five women in Ismail Sabri's cabinet.

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COMMENT | A hefty price tag for attending an English school

COMMENT | A hefty price tag for attending an English school

Malay leaders send children to English schools but ask everyone to support Malay schools.

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LETTER | Don't want to welcome back kleptocrats

LETTER | Don't want to welcome back kleptocrats

Lots to think about in drive back for Johor polls.

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LETTER | National Forestry Act amendments can ensure transparency

LETTER | National Forestry Act amendments can ensure transparency

The move to increase penalties is welcomed.

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Najib's lawyer to undergo quarantine, 1MDB audit trial vacated

Najib's lawyer to undergo quarantine, 1MDB audit trial vacated

Muhammad has 5-day quarantine after arriving from UK tomorrow.

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Tech expert: Anifah’s cyber security warnings valid and reasonable

Tech expert: Anifah’s cyber security warnings valid and reasonable

'It's crucial for Malaysia to develop cyber-defence capability.'

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Pakistani premier slams Western envoys' joint letter on Russia

Pakistani premier slams Western envoys' joint letter on Russia

Are we your slaves, says Imran Khan.

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US working to secure release of basketball star detained by Russia

US working to secure release of basketball star detained by Russia

A Russian news agency identifies the player as Brittney Griner.

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20 dead cats found at Bukit Keluang beach, believed poisoned

20 dead cats found at Bukit Keluang beach, believed poisoned

The Terengganu Veterinary Services received a report and will investigate.

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In its first electoral outing, Muda finds Harapan holding its hand

In its first electoral outing, Muda finds Harapan holding its hand

Local residents eager to help have also shown goodwill.

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Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now

UPDATED 6.22PM | Putin has vowed to press ahead with his invasion.

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COMMENT | Why wasn’t Hadi guest of honour at Chinese community dinner?

COMMENT | Why wasn’t Hadi guest of honour at Chinese community dinner?

Rational people should deny PAS as much political leverage as they can.

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Lalamove honours its employees, delivery partners and business clients in conjunction with IWD

Lalamove honours its employees, delivery partners and business clients in conjunction with IWD

Lalamove, the leading 24/7 on-demand delivery platform, celebrates International Women’s Day by drawing attention to its manager, delivery partners and business client in a dedicated interview featurette.

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MCA ropes in cops after DAP MP says Ka Siong worthy of an Oscar

MCA ropes in cops after DAP MP says Ka Siong worthy of an Oscar

Teo Nie Ching mocked Wee in an aborted MCA-DAP debate.

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EEZ encroachment, flood rescue delays among key issues in Parliament today

EEZ encroachment, flood rescue delays among key issues in Parliament today

Questions to be raised during oral Q&A session.

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Covid-19 (March 6): 27,435 new cases, 55 new deaths

Covid-19 (March 6): 27,435 new cases, 55 new deaths

Active cases are now up by 19.1 percent from 14 days ago.

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PKR cries provocation after Anwar's face on billboard set on fire

PKR cries provocation after Anwar's face on billboard set on fire

PN also complains about continued vandalism.

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YOURSAY | Adulation for Najib – have we lost our moral compass?

YOURSAY | Adulation for Najib – have we lost our moral compass?

‘MCA has no shame to bring a convicted felon as their good luck charm.’

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PAS' awkward position

PAS' awkward position

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.

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