Archive - 10 March 2022

MOH to announce SOPs for frequent travellers next week

MOH to announce SOPs for frequent travellers next week

Khairy says procedures will differ from those for normal travellers.
Food deliveryperson almost ends up in tiger's jaws

Food deliveryperson almost ends up in tiger's jaws

State Wildlife Department says a team is investigating the incident.
Nuclear war? Russia's Lavrov says: I don't believe so

Nuclear war? Russia's Lavrov says: I don't believe so

He says it is the West that first spoke about the nuclear 'theme'.
Johor polls: MOH issued 42 compounds, including 5 to Najib - Khairy

Johor polls: MOH issued 42 compounds, including 5 to Najib - Khairy

These are for violating SOPs when campaigning.

Wanita MCA chief tests positive for Covid-19

Wanita MCA chief tests positive for Covid-19

Wing's vice-chairperson Lim Nget Yoon will lead campaign in southern Johor.
Datuk among five charged with money laundering involving millions

Datuk among five charged with money laundering involving millions

This is connection with syndicate issuing Temporary Visitor Work Pass.
Allegations hindering progress of NCR land survey programme

Allegations hindering progress of NCR land survey programme

As of February 2022, 1.023 million hectares of NCR land in S'wak surveyed.
PM meets delegation of BM advocates

PM meets delegation of BM advocates

Discussion includes increasing use of BM in diplomatic functions overseas.
China censors online Ukraine debate, bars calls for peace

China censors online Ukraine debate, bars calls for peace

Beijing has not condemned Russia's attack and does not call it an invasion.
Ampang landslide: Two rescued, three feared buried alive

Ampang landslide: Two rescued, three feared buried alive

UPDATED 10.03 PM | Second person rescued at 7.53pm.
Najib's aide offers a month's salary cut after altercation with journalist

Najib's aide offers a month's salary cut after altercation with journalist

He admits his error, apologises for the 'misunderstanding'.
Fuziah: Dr M didn't want to close Lynas during Harapan's administration

Fuziah: Dr M didn't want to close Lynas during Harapan's administration

PARLIAMENT | MP expresses frustration over govt's failure to resolve Lynas issue.
Areas affected by Monday's flood not within Smart tunnel coverage

Areas affected by Monday's flood not within Smart tunnel coverage

Tunnel still managed to divert over 1 million cubic metres of floodwaters.
Attempt to project Harapan-Muda unity ends up with contradictions

Attempt to project Harapan-Muda unity ends up with contradictions

The legitimacy of a joint statement is called into question.
Claims that chicken supply chain in turmoil not true - ministry

Claims that chicken supply chain in turmoil not true - ministry

It says this could create a negative perception of government’s efforts.
Stakeholders agree forced labour an issue in plantations sector

Stakeholders agree forced labour an issue in plantations sector

This follows recent US seizure of M'sian palm oil over forced labour.
Hadi: PAS candidates can stand proud even if they lose deposits

Hadi: PAS candidates can stand proud even if they lose deposits

PAS will not stay out of any polls, adds party president. 
If Singapore had Umno, it would be more developed - Hasni tells PAS

If Singapore had Umno, it would be more developed - Hasni tells PAS

He adds that Umno would be as strong as Singapore's PAP.

Govt ready to work with PNG on M'sian company's alleged wrongdoings

Govt ready to work with PNG on M'sian company's alleged wrongdoings

Deputy minister says company operating outside M'sian jurisdiction.
Najib's aide verbally abuses journalist who refused to delete photos

Najib's aide verbally abuses journalist who refused to delete photos

'If Najib violated Covid-19 protocols, why cover it up?'

Top Russian, Ukrainian diplomats meet for first time since invasion

Top Russian, Ukrainian diplomats meet for first time since invasion

First high-level talks since Russia invaded Ukraine.
'Our banners not this ugly' - Muda says after PKR cries negative campaign

'Our banners not this ugly' - Muda says after PKR cries negative campaign

'What kind of politics is Muda trying to play?'

SHARP Malaysia redefining new norm lifestyle through ecosystem of comprehensive solutions

SHARP Malaysia redefining new norm lifestyle through ecosystem of comprehensive solutions

With Malaysia now transitioning to the endemic phase, Malaysians’ lifestyle and habits are expected to modify gradually to adapt to the new normal - which for some may not be ‘new’ anymore.
Mukhriz urges caution in Muar sea reclamation project

Mukhriz urges caution in Muar sea reclamation project

He urges authorities not to ignore environmental assessments.
Sulu claim: Speaker rejects motion to debate 'award'

Sulu claim: Speaker rejects motion to debate 'award'

PARLIAMENT | MP disappointed, wants Parliament to debate matter concerning territorial sovereignty.
MP SPEAKS | Improve Nur Alert to inform public of missing children quicker

MP SPEAKS | Improve Nur Alert to inform public of missing children quicker

System needs to work fast as wide outreach important in search. 
Russia says claim that it bombed a children's hospital are 'fake news'

Russia says claim that it bombed a children's hospital are 'fake news'

Official says Ukrainian troops turned hospital into a firing position.
Loke to PM: Let's not call for GE, but work on MOU 2.0 with Harapan

Loke to PM: Let's not call for GE, but work on MOU 2.0 with Harapan

UPDATED 3.25PM | PARLIAMENT | 'Ismail Sabri does not need to succumb to Umno pressure.' 
LETTER | Don't blame the politicians, it's the voters

LETTER | Don't blame the politicians, it's the voters

Inaction and complacency embolden the corrupt.
New approach to address hardcore poor to be introduced in April

New approach to address hardcore poor to be introduced in April

PARLIAMENT | Mustapa says the govt is highly committed to resolving this issue. 
Govt studying targeted fuel and cooking oil subsidy – Tengku Zafrul

Govt studying targeted fuel and cooking oil subsidy – Tengku Zafrul

This is to optimise the government's financial resources.

PN not naming MB candidate until it wins election - Muhyiddin

PN not naming MB candidate until it wins election - Muhyiddin

'PN has many leaders who are capable and with calibre.'
Minister, MP also fall victim to false negative self-test kits

Minister, MP also fall victim to false negative self-test kits

PARLIAMENT | They shared this after Rasah lawmaker urged govt to tackle issue. 
LETTER | Stop ‘malu apa bossku campaign' in PRU

LETTER | Stop ‘malu apa bossku campaign' in PRU

EC must right the wrong, with courage and consciousness. 

'Misquoted' - Muhyiddin defends Hadi over Johoreans' Islamic knowledge

'Misquoted' - Muhyiddin defends Hadi over Johoreans' Islamic knowledge

'I am not sure what Hadi meant. He is my friend in Perikatan Nasional.'

Sulu claim:  Arbitrator's dodgy award will be challenged - minister

Sulu claim: Arbitrator's dodgy award will be challenged - minister

PARLIAMENT | Putrajaya's first course of action is to invalidate the arbitrator.

AEON and Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA) collaborate to empower franchise entrepreneurs

AEON and Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA) collaborate to empower franchise entrepreneurs

AEON CO. (M) BHD. (AEON) and Malaysian Franchise Association (MFA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding in a concerted  effort to empower franchise entrepreneurs with MFA’s memberships.
Hadi should ask Muhyiddin about Islam in Johor - Umno veteran

Hadi should ask Muhyiddin about Islam in Johor - Umno veteran

'Johor's Islamic credentials not to blame for PAS' poor performance.'
Putrajaya reiterates no public funds involved in DNB's 5G plan

Putrajaya reiterates no public funds involved in DNB's 5G plan

PARLIAMENT | Minister explains DNB will fund it through financial institutions.
LETTER | Comparing M'sia with S'pore a red herring

LETTER | Comparing M'sia with S'pore a red herring

Everyone knows how poorly Malaysia stacks up to our neighbour.
April 8 hearing of Zahid’s bid for MACC statements on witnesses

April 8 hearing of Zahid’s bid for MACC statements on witnesses

This is to bolster his defence in the Yayasan Akalbudi corruption case.
MP SPEAKS | Every vote counts in Johor polls

MP SPEAKS | Every vote counts in Johor polls

Current political climate indicates state polls too close to call.
Unlicensed recruitment agencies can face jail time

Unlicensed recruitment agencies can face jail time

They are liable to a fine not exceeding RM200,000.

COMMENT | Lost in Johor: A haunted campaign

COMMENT | Lost in Johor: A haunted campaign

All parties are being haunted by their ghosts – some still alive and kicking. 

PSM: Sad that Harapan 'ganging up' with Umno on EPF withdrawals

PSM: Sad that Harapan 'ganging up' with Umno on EPF withdrawals

PSM says political elites have no idea on resolving woes of poor.
US man with transplanted genetically modified pig heart dies

US man with transplanted genetically modified pig heart dies

Hospital says his condition began deteriorating several days ago.
Ukraine accuses Russia of genocide after bombing of children's hospital

Ukraine accuses Russia of genocide after bombing of children's hospital

The destruction has taken place despite a Russian pledge to halt firing.

Najib hires comms firm Karv to represent him in US media

Najib hires comms firm Karv to represent him in US media

The firm will ensure Najib's views and actions are 'accurately presented'.
Johor sultan's sea reclamation venture expands to Muar

Johor sultan's sea reclamation venture expands to Muar

The Maharani Energy Gateway will have an energy hub and deepsea port.

Polar explorer's ship found beneath Antarctic ice, 100 years on

Polar explorer's ship found beneath Antarctic ice, 100 years on

Ernest Shackleton's three-masted sailing ship lost in 1915.
Prudential plc announced FY 2021 results

Prudential plc announced FY 2021 results

Performance highlights for the continuing business on a constant (and actual) exchange rate basis
Prayers without physical distancing not discussed in most states

Prayers without physical distancing not discussed in most states

Many states say decision subject to consent of rulers.
Russia's 'Z' campaign drums up support for 'operation' in Ukraine

Russia's 'Z' campaign drums up support for 'operation' in Ukraine

Moscow is engaging in a propaganda blitz to shore up support.
COMMENT | Why Johor must reject the kleptocrats

COMMENT | Why Johor must reject the kleptocrats

Imagine what would happen if they are allowed full reign back in govt.

Tectonic shift in S Korea politics as conservative outsider elected president

Tectonic shift in S Korea politics as conservative outsider elected president

The bitterly fought polls saw Yoon Suk-yeol edge out on top.
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Russia admits conscripts were part of Ukraine operation, some are POWs

Russia admits conscripts were part of Ukraine operation, some are POWs

President Putin had earlier said only professional soldiers were involved.
Muhyiddin leverages on Bersatu ministers amid Umno's own whirlwind visits

Muhyiddin leverages on Bersatu ministers amid Umno's own whirlwind visits

They hold events in Johor for their Bersatu president to speak.

YOURSAY | God won’t spare M’sia from global warming

YOURSAY | God won’t spare M’sia from global warming

‘The floods are getting from bad to worse.’

Food crisis grows as spiralling prices spark export bans

Food crisis grows as spiralling prices spark export bans

Conflict in Ukraine affecting grain, edible oils, fertiliser.
COMMENT | Of outriders and resentment

COMMENT | Of outriders and resentment

Even Indonesian president, Japan emperor gave way to ambulances.
COMMENT | DAP’s off-messaging in Johor

COMMENT | DAP’s off-messaging in Johor

It should focus on bread and butter issues, not racial politics.
COMMENT | What a young voter hopes Johor polls will deliver

COMMENT | What a young voter hopes Johor polls will deliver

The youth are the constant catalyst of today's development in society.
Covid-19 (March 9): 30,246 new cases, 113 deaths

Covid-19 (March 9): 30,246 new cases, 113 deaths

Deaths break three-digits for second time this month.
Lost in exile, refugees find hope in theatre

Lost in exile, refugees find hope in theatre

Saleh Sepas leads theatre company of refugees that also raises awareness among locals.
Political momentum for EPF withdrawals

Political momentum for EPF withdrawals

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