Archive - 17 March 2022

Umno cannot be seen as usurping king's authority to dissolve Parliament - PM

Umno cannot be seen as usurping king's authority to dissolve Parliament - PM

Ismail Sabri says this as party faction pushes for snap polls.
Integrated vaccination centres in Klang Valley closed - Health Ministry

Integrated vaccination centres in Klang Valley closed - Health Ministry

There are several other channels available to those seeking Covid-19 jabs.
Cops question activist over video on unilateral conversion

Cops question activist over video on unilateral conversion

The activist says Loh Siew Hong's children are rightfully Hindu.
No early dissolution - Harapan state govts to serve full term

No early dissolution - Harapan state govts to serve full term

Coalition's presidential council cites bad economy, floods, Covid-19 as reasons.
Puad: Johor Umno grassroots moving on from MB controversy

Puad: Johor Umno grassroots moving on from MB controversy

'Issue is settled after Hasni accepted Onn Hafiz's appointment.'
Russia bogged down, blasting Ukrainian cities as war enters 4th week

Russia bogged down, blasting Ukrainian cities as war enters 4th week

Officials say peace talks show progress but Putin remains unrelenting.
MPs urge Putrajaya to pressure Philippines to drop Sabah claims

MPs urge Putrajaya to pressure Philippines to drop Sabah claims

Kota Belud MP accuses govt of ignoring Sabah's security.
LETTER | Never work with reactionary, treacherous people again

LETTER | Never work with reactionary, treacherous people again

Not Harapan's fault it was betrayed, but mistake must not be repeated.
Wanita Umno delegates urge party to close ranks ahead of GE15

Wanita Umno delegates urge party to close ranks ahead of GE15

A delegate says the party must not forget the lesson of GE14.
COMMENT | Profit over safety - can M'sian firms learn from Ford, Boeing?

COMMENT | Profit over safety - can M'sian firms learn from Ford, Boeing?

Boeing’s profit-bigotry resembles the exact footprints of Ford.
No need state polls in K'tan, T'ganu, Kedah yet - PAS sec-gen

No need state polls in K'tan, T'ganu, Kedah yet - PAS sec-gen

PAS won't dissolve state govts if general election called.
Najib may have wanted to withhold RM5b TIA bond: Ex-director

Najib may have wanted to withhold RM5b TIA bond: Ex-director

Ismee Ismail tells the court this during cross-examination by Najib's counsel.
Ensure good ventilation in buildings to curb viruses – Arthur

Ensure good ventilation in buildings to curb viruses – Arthur

The pandemic has compelled us to adopt new technologies.

New Johor excos must declare assets, get vetted by MACC, cops - sultan

New Johor excos must declare assets, get vetted by MACC, cops - sultan

The sultan also urges MB to replace any incompetent excos.
Jawi: Congregational, Tarawih prayers without physical distancing from April 1

Jawi: Congregational, Tarawih prayers without physical distancing from April 1

Six new rulings have received the consent of the Agong. 

Khairy advises elderly to get Covid-19 vaccine, booster ahead of Ramadan

Khairy advises elderly to get Covid-19 vaccine, booster ahead of Ramadan

Minister adds 105 Covid-19 deaths reported yesterday.

Umno AGM: Asyraf warns saboteurs in the party

Umno AGM: Asyraf warns saboteurs in the party

For the first time, party chief and govt head are different.
The Importance of Sahur and Protein for a healthier, wholesome Ramadan

The Importance of Sahur and Protein for a healthier, wholesome Ramadan

There are various benefits if we manage to eat right during Sahur. Some of them include better energy levels, better metabolism, prevent hunger pangs and cravings, more stable blood sugar levels, prevent fatigue and better mental alertness, and overall giving us a better mood throughout the day until we break our fast.

S Korea to end Covid restrictions despite surge in cases, deaths

S Korea to end Covid restrictions despite surge in cases, deaths

South Korea reported record 620k cases.
In Indonesia, hopes rising for long-awaited sexual violence bill

In Indonesia, hopes rising for long-awaited sexual violence bill

Joko Widodo told his government to expedite new legislation

Logo fiasco cost Harapan dearly in Johor, says Guan Eng

Logo fiasco cost Harapan dearly in Johor, says Guan Eng

UPDATED 5.15PM | Voters want to see coalition united, adds DAP sec-gen. 
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Shells hit theatre sheltering Ukraine civilians, Biden calls Putin a war criminal

Shells hit theatre sheltering Ukraine civilians, Biden calls Putin a war criminal

The theatre is said to have been housing at least 500 civilians.

Zafrul's no-show prompts MPs to question if he resigned

Zafrul's no-show prompts MPs to question if he resigned

UPDATED 5.46PM | Minister absent due to personal emergency.
WHO delays review of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine on Ukraine conflict

WHO delays review of Russia's Sputnik V vaccine on Ukraine conflict

The agency is facing hurdles in arranging inspections for the approval process.
Azalina tests positive for Covid-19 in Parliament

Azalina tests positive for Covid-19 in Parliament

PARLIAMENT | She was in the Dewan for the morning session today.

1MDB: Najib's lawyers asked similar questions before - prosecution

1MDB: Najib's lawyers asked similar questions before - prosecution

Prosecution objects to questioning of ex-1MDB board director.
Takiyuddin: PAS not invited to Umno AGM, but govt still intact

Takiyuddin: PAS not invited to Umno AGM, but govt still intact

PAS sec-gen says party and PN have no problems working with Umno.
Umno Youth, Puteri want post-GE party polls to be new rule

Umno Youth, Puteri want post-GE party polls to be new rule

Those aligned against party president pushing for Umno polls before next GE.
Govt seeks another RM8.4b in first supplementary budget

Govt seeks another RM8.4b in first supplementary budget

PARLIAMENT | This will increase Putrajaya's budget by 2.6pct.

Govt expects to pay RM3.4b for 11,296 permanent MOH officers

Govt expects to pay RM3.4b for 11,296 permanent MOH officers

PARLIAMENT | This follows the decision to create 4,186 permanent positions in 2022.

COMMENT | A time for recognition of Covid-19 deaths

COMMENT | A time for recognition of Covid-19 deaths

The pain of loss from Covid remains real for far too many.
Puteri Umno bids sayonara to PAS, rejects political 'polygamy'

Puteri Umno bids sayonara to PAS, rejects political 'polygamy'

'If you want Bersatu, then be with them.'
Electronics union objects to members being interviewed at Molex

Electronics union objects to members being interviewed at Molex

The Industrial Relations Department plans to interview workers at the plant.

208 deaths in immigration custody from 2018 - deputy minister

208 deaths in immigration custody from 2018 - deputy minister

PARLIAMENT | The deaths were attributed to health complications.
COMMENT | A higher power than the powers-that-be

COMMENT | A higher power than the powers-that-be

Malaysian politics a perpetual-motion machine, never still.
Zahid to address Johor MB, snap polls issues tomorrow

Zahid to address Johor MB, snap polls issues tomorrow

UPDATED 2PM | Umno president's keynote speech tomorrow.
April 29 hearing for Maips' bid to intervene in Loh's divorce proceedings

April 29 hearing for Maips' bid to intervene in Loh's divorce proceedings

Maips seeks to safeguard Islamic education of Loh's children.
Top In Tech: 5G: What is Possible Today

Top In Tech: 5G: What is Possible Today

Embracing 5G Means Saying 'Yes' to a Future of Endless Possibilities
Global rise in Covid-19 cases is 'tip of the iceberg' - WHO

Global rise in Covid-19 cases is 'tip of the iceberg' - WHO

New infections jumped by 8 pct globally compared to previous week.
Jakim still under Prime Minister's Department

Jakim still under Prime Minister's Department

PARLIAMENT | Minister says confusion caused by inaccurate news reports. 
Muar MP concerned royal reclamation project impacting fisherfolk

Muar MP concerned royal reclamation project impacting fisherfolk

Project report states fisherfolk have to find other locations.
Noraini to Zahid: Make wise decision on right timing for GE

Noraini to Zahid: Make wise decision on right timing for GE

UPDATED 1.05PM | Wanita Umno ready for polls but reminds leadership MOU only expires in July.
1MDB: May 10 hearing for Najib's bid to obtain bank info of Zeti's family

1MDB: May 10 hearing for Najib's bid to obtain bank info of Zeti's family

Info allegedly shows payments from Jho Low.
LETTER | Start using multiple methods to reduce floods

LETTER | Start using multiple methods to reduce floods

Predicting rare rain intensity still lacks accuracy.

Allianz General ramps up flood claims efforts

Allianz General ramps up flood claims efforts

Allianz General Insurance Company (Malaysia) Berhad (Allianz General) fast flood claims settlement initiative has seen the Company reach out to a total of 53 customers following the flash floods in Klang Valley earlier this week.
Inmates undergoing community-based sentences show improvement

Inmates undergoing community-based sentences show improvement

Prisons Dept wants more inmates serving lenient sentences to get parole. 
Does Rafizi think he is qualified to challenge Anwar? - Farhash

Does Rafizi think he is qualified to challenge Anwar? - Farhash

Farhash fires first salvo at Rafizi as PKR election heats up.
COMMENT | ‘Porky’ squid rings need fixing

COMMENT | ‘Porky’ squid rings need fixing

The culprits spreading such fake news never get punished.

King, queen congratulate Shereen Vallabouy for stunning 400m win

King, queen congratulate Shereen Vallabouy for stunning 400m win

They are proud of this athlete bringing global pride to Malaysia.

Kin of Long Covid victims can't get funeral assistance, MP claims

Kin of Long Covid victims can't get funeral assistance, MP claims

Death certificates 'do not state Covid-19 as the cause' - CodeBlue.

COMMENT | Rafizi Ramli goes to Putrajaya (again)

COMMENT | Rafizi Ramli goes to Putrajaya (again)

Let's see if he can be a unifying and reformative force in PKR.

Call centre outsourcing Philippines and AI

Call centre outsourcing Philippines and AI

Companies in the United States are increasingly turning to call centre outsourcing to the Philippines to save money while continuing to provide a high-quality customer experience.
Guan Eng: Rafizi's target is Anwar, perhaps battle him for top post

Guan Eng: Rafizi's target is Anwar, perhaps battle him for top post

'As far as top leaders are concerned, no discussion with PN.'

COMMENT | Russian invasion may embolden China, spelling trouble for Asean

COMMENT | Russian invasion may embolden China, spelling trouble for Asean

China is an economic powerhouse with nuclear weapons.

Sinovac Covid vaccine 38pct effective in young kids - study

Sinovac Covid vaccine 38pct effective in young kids - study

The vaccine is 64.6pct effective in preventing hospitalisations.
YOURSAY | Irresponsible for politicians to empty EPF coffers

YOURSAY | Irresponsible for politicians to empty EPF coffers

‘EPF is our final piggy bank. If you empty it now, it is gone forever.’  

Judiciary lodges police report over articles implicating judge in 1MDB, SRC scandals

Judiciary lodges police report over articles implicating judge in 1MDB, SRC scandals

This refers to articles published by MalaysiaNow and Malaysia Today.

Covid-19 (March 16): 28,298 new cases, 105 deaths

Covid-19 (March 16): 28,298 new cases, 105 deaths

Hospitalisation of Covid-19 patients is on a six-day downtrend.
Singapore court dismisses death row trio's applications

Singapore court dismisses death row trio's applications

Sabahan Pausi Jefridin and the two Singaporeans intend to appeal.

Annuar likens Tok Mat's speech to views of someone outside govt

Annuar likens Tok Mat's speech to views of someone outside govt

Open discussion on GE15 date is 'very out of place', he adds. 

Muafakat Nasional yet to reach its end - Tok Mat

Muafakat Nasional yet to reach its end - Tok Mat

This is despite the rocky relationship between the two parties.
Harapan to 'retreat' after beat down

Harapan to 'retreat' after beat down

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.