Archive - 1 May 2022

Agong: Continue observing good health practices during Aidilfitri

Agong: Continue observing good health practices during Aidilfitri

This is part of continued efforts to break the Covid-19 infection chain.

Hari Raya Aidilfitri falls on Monday

Hari Raya Aidilfitri falls on Monday

Keeper of the Ruler's Seal makes the announcement tonight.

Lee Zii Jia wins Badminton Asia Championships

Lee Zii Jia wins Badminton Asia Championships

He beats Indonesia's Jonatan Christie 27-17, 23-21.

Rafizi's approach could split PKR, Tian Chua cautions

Rafizi's approach could split PKR, Tian Chua cautions

This is amid Rafizi being critical of Harapan's 'big tent' approach.
Traffic congestion from Rawang to Gopeng as at 1pm

Traffic congestion from Rawang to Gopeng as at 1pm

Road users are advised to plan their journey well.
Annuar: Mainstream media will continue to highlight danger of Covid-19

Annuar: Mainstream media will continue to highlight danger of Covid-19

He reminds the public not to be complacent about the threat. 

M’sia to propose informal engagement between Asean and Myanmar’s ousted govt

M’sia to propose informal engagement between Asean and Myanmar’s ousted govt

There has been no progress on the Asean Five-Point Consensus.
No more Covid-19 tests for certain travellers - Khairy

No more Covid-19 tests for certain travellers - Khairy

 This includes fully vaccinated travellers aged 18 and above.

Pejuang Youth, Muda urge govt to address labour-related issues

Pejuang Youth, Muda urge govt to address labour-related issues

There is also a need to create more highly-skilled jobs.
Shoppymore - Malaysia’s newest and safest e-commerce platform

Shoppymore - Malaysia’s newest and safest e-commerce platform

Malaysia’s newest e-commerce website - Shoppymore - is an online retail platform that offers shoppers and Sellers the safest, most satisfying online shopping experience possible.
Chinese Omicron-specific mRNA Covid vaccine to be trialled in UAE

Chinese Omicron-specific mRNA Covid vaccine to be trialled in UAE

China has vaccinated over 88 percent of its people with non-mRNA shots.
Two-thirds of Singaporean wages needed to keep Johor talent: Chin Tong

Two-thirds of Singaporean wages needed to keep Johor talent: Chin Tong

Perling rep urges state govt to generate good jobs with decent pay. 
Goodies for workers: PM describes new minimum wage as 'gift'

Goodies for workers: PM describes new minimum wage as 'gift'

Govt announces 'rewards' including Socso contributions for the self-employed. 
Encore Melaka unveils exciting live entertainment performances to usher the return of theatre

Encore Melaka unveils exciting live entertainment performances to usher the return of theatre

Yong Tai Berhad (“YTB” or “Group” or “Company”) has strategically positioned itself to tap on the return of the public to theatres as the reopening of society created an unprecedented demand for in-person and shared experiences.
Air Kelantan: Fire and rescue had sufficient resources to extinguish blaze

Air Kelantan: Fire and rescue had sufficient resources to extinguish blaze

It says this after criticism on social media. 
Covid-19 status spot checks should be done by MOH officers - MMA

Covid-19 status spot checks should be done by MOH officers - MMA

This comes after Domestic Trade Ministry says it'll do checks at businesses.
UK lawmaker resigns after admitting twice watching porn in Parliament

UK lawmaker resigns after admitting twice watching porn in Parliament

Neil Parish says the incidents happened 'in a moment of madness'. 
Bonia says it values diversity after 'mono-ethnic workplace' criticism

Bonia says it values diversity after 'mono-ethnic workplace' criticism

This is after a video posted by an employee went viral. 
Focus Point Optical Protection Plan

Focus Point Optical Protection Plan

Focus Point Vision Care Group Sdn Bhd is partnering with AIA General Berhad to offer Optical Protection Plan to their customers. 

Russia says Ukraine shells its own civilians; some evacuations in Mariupol

Russia says Ukraine shells its own civilians; some evacuations in Mariupol

UPDATED 3.45PM | Pelosi latest Western official to visit Kyiv in a show of support. 
Digital bank licences: T'ganu PKR wants bumi 'imbalance' addressed

Digital bank licences: T'ganu PKR wants bumi 'imbalance' addressed

Azan wants an explanation from the prime minister and finance minister.
Group calls on Wan Junaidi to not gag anti-hopping committee

Group calls on Wan Junaidi to not gag anti-hopping committee

Seed Community urges minister to follow precedences, reveal meeting details. 
MP SPEAKS | Protect workers' rights for stronger economic recovery

MP SPEAKS | Protect workers' rights for stronger economic recovery

The pandemic highlighted a greater need for social protection of workers.
Underwater meadows: Jillian Ooi merges science and art to save seagrass

Underwater meadows: Jillian Ooi merges science and art to save seagrass

MALAYSIANSKINI | Pew Marine Fellowship winning scientist uses gamelan to raise awareness.
Selangor Dredging: Sustainability in our brand DNA.

Selangor Dredging: Sustainability in our brand DNA.

At Selangor Dredging Berhad (SDB), we have continuously incorporated sustainable designs as part of our brand DNA. We have adopted five (most relevant) SDGs targets into our value creation approach and employed industry best practices in our design processes and development decisions.
Covid-19 (April 30): 2,107 new cases - a 54-week low

Covid-19 (April 30): 2,107 new cases - a 54-week low

Covid-19 related hospital admissions lowest since December 2020.
Sporting, recreational activities allowed without restrictions from today

Sporting, recreational activities allowed without restrictions from today

Masks not compulsory in open areas, during sports activities indoors.
COMMENT | Judiciary under attack

COMMENT | Judiciary under attack

Most people do not believe the allegations against Nazlan.
YOURSAY | No big tent - don’t touch kleptocrats with 10-foot pole

YOURSAY | No big tent - don’t touch kleptocrats with 10-foot pole

‘It would mean they are no different from the thugs, crooks and…’

Labour Day: Fight for workers' rights will go on, says Arul

Labour Day: Fight for workers' rights will go on, says Arul

'Unions have been systematically destroyed.'
Govt told to resolve disputes with UNHCR before issuing own refugee cards

Govt told to resolve disputes with UNHCR before issuing own refugee cards

Relationship with UN can be affected otherwise, says parliamentary group.