Archive - 30 March 2022

EIA report on Muar reclamation project inadequate - NGO

EIA report on Muar reclamation project inadequate - NGO

Report didn't account for rising sea levels, said SAM.
Still discussing minimum wage for micro-entrepreneurs - Noh Omar

Still discussing minimum wage for micro-entrepreneurs - Noh Omar

Many bankrupt in pandemic were micro-entrepreneurs, minister says.
RON97 petrol price up eight sen per litre

RON97 petrol price up eight sen per litre

The government will continue to monitor world crude oil prices.

Dewan Negara passes Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021

Dewan Negara passes Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021

PARLIAMENT | Maternity leave has been increased from 60 days to 98 days.
Double-vaxxed folk can still work, dine-in after booster deadline

Double-vaxxed folk can still work, dine-in after booster deadline

This doesn't mean no longer need to get booster.
KJ: If things don't get worse, MySejahtera 'check-in' to end

KJ: If things don't get worse, MySejahtera 'check-in' to end

This process will take a few weeks.

Adam Adli to contest for PKR Youth chief post

Adam Adli to contest for PKR Youth chief post

Lawyer Muhammad Kamil will be his running mate.

Shanghai expands Covid lockdown as new daily cases surge by a third

Shanghai expands Covid lockdown as new daily cases surge by a third

They have conducted 9.1 million nucleic acid tests since Monday.

Russia and China condemn Western sanctions on Moscow over Ukraine

Russia and China condemn Western sanctions on Moscow over Ukraine

Russia is looking to China for support and partnerships.

PAC set to quiz Zafrul and KJ over MySejahtera

PAC set to quiz Zafrul and KJ over MySejahtera

All matters must be explained in a transparent matter

PNB declares dividends of 4.3 sen for ASB 2 and 4 sen for ASM

PNB declares dividends of 4.3 sen for ASB 2 and 4 sen for ASM

Total income distribution payout for both funds amounted to RM1.39b.

UK judges quit Hong Kong court over new security law

UK judges quit Hong Kong court over new security law

'We have seen a systematic erosion of liberty and democracy in Hong Kong.'
One baby, one tree initiative to be introduced in Pahang

One baby, one tree initiative to be introduced in Pahang

It is expected to be launched after Aidilfitri.

VK Lingam fails in final appeal to return to practice law

VK Lingam fails in final appeal to return to practice law

Three-member panel of Federal Court dismissed his appeal.
Seven-day toll exemption at Johor-S’pore border from April 1

Seven-day toll exemption at Johor-S’pore border from April 1

This was to ensure smooth traffic flow.

Discover the brand new BAC Education Supersite!

Discover the brand new BAC Education Supersite!

Get up-to-date information on entry requirements, course structures, scholarships, bursaries and more!
Thousands of civilians in Mariupol may have died in past month - UN

Thousands of civilians in Mariupol may have died in past month - UN

They say 90pct of Mariupol's buildings had been damaged.
Guan Eng: Harapan govt gave Sabah bigger slice of the pie

Guan Eng: Harapan govt gave Sabah bigger slice of the pie

Percentage-wise, Sabah and Sarawak received less under the Budget 2022.

PM's official visit to Qatar strengthens bilateral relations and the country’s investment

PM's official visit to Qatar strengthens bilateral relations and the country’s investment

Malaysia-Qatar cooperation will boost various economy sectors in the country
China truckers use fake travel records, 'clean' drivers to dodge Covid-19 rules

China truckers use fake travel records, 'clean' drivers to dodge Covid-19 rules

Lockdown-weary citizens are trying to skirt restrictions.
Climate-related disasters pose 'major' growth threat in Middle East, Central Asia: IMF

Climate-related disasters pose 'major' growth threat in Middle East, Central Asia: IMF

Climate disasters in the region have caused US$2b in physical damage.
Govt's planned anti-hopping law undemocratic, lawyer warns

Govt's planned anti-hopping law undemocratic, lawyer warns

Law would allegedly trigger election if MP sacked from party.
With Ukraine farmers on frontlines, UN food chief warns of 'devastation'

With Ukraine farmers on frontlines, UN food chief warns of 'devastation'

Half the grain bought by the UN food programme comes from Ukraine.
US prosecutors cast doubt on ex-Goldman banker's wife testimony at 1MDB trial

US prosecutors cast doubt on ex-Goldman banker's wife testimony at 1MDB trial

Prosecutors ask why the lawyer did not ask for records on investment.
Gombak villagers beseech MB for help over eviction issue

Gombak villagers beseech MB for help over eviction issue

They want discussion with developer PKNS.
LETTER | US embassy ex-guard hopes for justice after 13 years

LETTER | US embassy ex-guard hopes for justice after 13 years

The Federal Court has reserved its decision on his case.

I never sought Najib’s help to be appointed auditor-general: Madinah

I never sought Najib’s help to be appointed auditor-general: Madinah

Ex-AG also told late husband to not lobby on her behalf.
How to prevent and minimise the impact of flood to our homes

How to prevent and minimise the impact of flood to our homes

Malaysia is blessed with tropical weather all-year round and free from severe natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

Medical group urges govt to consider repurposing MySejahtera

Medical group urges govt to consider repurposing MySejahtera

UPDATED 5.57PM | MMA says it could function as a digital medical record.
COMMENT | Slap that’s seen around the world

COMMENT | Slap that’s seen around the world

Historic win marred by a moment of madness.
I was shocked at order to destroy 1MDB audit report - witness

I was shocked at order to destroy 1MDB audit report - witness

Former auditor-general testifies she knew a wrong was committed. 

UiTM to take action against lecturer who berated B40 student

UiTM to take action against lecturer who berated B40 student

UPDATED 2.30PM | Professor chided student with no laptop.
Bank Negara: Malaysia's 2022 GDP expected to grow 5.3-6.3pct

Bank Negara: Malaysia's 2022 GDP expected to grow 5.3-6.3pct

Stronger private sector recovery will be the main driver.
Minister explains 3 main criteria of party-hopping in new bill to Senate

Minister explains 3 main criteria of party-hopping in new bill to Senate

UPDATED 10.26PM | A senator wants to know the law's implementation status.
Police want ministry to give more info on rejection of domestic abuse reports

Police want ministry to give more info on rejection of domestic abuse reports

This is so an internal probe, action can be taken against the cops. 
COMMENT | Urban farming taking root in Malaysia

COMMENT | Urban farming taking root in Malaysia

It can address the supply-chain gaps and vulnerabilities Covid-19 has exposed. 
LETTER | Can Rafizi bring positive change to PKR, Harapan?

LETTER | Can Rafizi bring positive change to PKR, Harapan?

It is doubtful what he can do with just the deputy position.
COMMENT | The tragicomedy of Najib’s return

COMMENT | The tragicomedy of Najib’s return

As PM, Najib was never known as funny but now it's his online persona. 
LETTER | MySejahtera’s data should benefit rakyat, not companies

LETTER | MySejahtera’s data should benefit rakyat, not companies

Its use can be expanded acordingly.
Sri Aman MP quits PSB, declares support for PM

Sri Aman MP quits PSB, declares support for PM

Masir Kujat hopes govt will channel equal allocation to him.
UEM Sunrise achieves 75% take-up rate launch of final phase of Aspira Gardens

UEM Sunrise achieves 75% take-up rate launch of final phase of Aspira Gardens

UEM Sunrise unveiled its latest Aspira-themed product – the final phase of Aspira Gardens – to much fanfare, garnering a 75% take-up rate even before the launch over the weekend.
PI Bala’s family, Deepak settle lawsuit related to Altantuya’s murder

PI Bala’s family, Deepak settle lawsuit related to Altantuya’s murder

The terms of the settlement are to remain confidential.
PKR youths don’t blame Anwar for party’s diminishing popularity

PKR youths don’t blame Anwar for party’s diminishing popularity

Party performed dismally in recent state polls.
'PAS leader's statement on Loh’s children conversion issue seditious'

'PAS leader's statement on Loh’s children conversion issue seditious'

Khairil is trying to usurp the power of the courts, says MCCBCHST.
Goodday Milk encourages Malaysians to give their time or skills for a good cause during Ramadan

Goodday Milk encourages Malaysians to give their time or skills for a good cause during Ramadan

As the holy month of Ramadan is upon us, this is the time when our Muslim friends are eager to increase their charitable deeds by doing goodness and #kongsirezeki.
Rough act against alleged thief lands two Prasarana employees in trouble

Rough act against alleged thief lands two Prasarana employees in trouble

They were caught on video beating an individual who allegedly stole instant noodles.

In villages near Kyiv, how Ukraine has kept Russia's army at bay

In villages near Kyiv, how Ukraine has kept Russia's army at bay

Ukrainian forces have regained ground but have not scored decisive victories.
IGP: 627 detained over power theft for illegal Bitcoin mining since 2020

IGP: 627 detained over power theft for illegal Bitcoin mining since 2020

Several items worth RM69.8m were also confiscated.
COMMENT | Mercy for Nagaenthran

COMMENT | Mercy for Nagaenthran

Only Singapore’s president can prevent the execution of an intellectually disabled man.
YOURSAY | Endemic Covid phase – end of MySejahtera?

YOURSAY | Endemic Covid phase – end of MySejahtera?

‘Imagine how much hospital equipment we could buy with RM300m.’

Covid-19 (March 29): 15,215 new cases, 64 new deaths

Covid-19 (March 29): 15,215 new cases, 64 new deaths

Perak has the highest number of deaths at 20.

Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna 2nd boosters approved for older Americans

Pfizer/BioNTech, Moderna 2nd boosters approved for older Americans

New Covid boosters at least four months after previous dose.
M'sia, Qatar mutually recognise vaccination certs - PM

M'sia, Qatar mutually recognise vaccination certs - PM

Bilateral cooperation will facilitate travel, Ismail Sabri says.
BN-PN blame game

BN-PN blame game

MORNING BRIEF | Key news you should know about.
Talks on 'Paris deal' for nature fail to secure agreement

Talks on 'Paris deal' for nature fail to secure agreement

Geneva meeting saw about 1,000 negotiators from 164 countries.
Minister: Chinese vessels encroached M'sian waters 23 times last year

Minister: Chinese vessels encroached M'sian waters 23 times last year

PARLIAMENT | China has near-constant presence at Luconia Shoals.