Archive - 13 May 2022

MOH to supply 3,000 courses of Paxlovid in preparation for haj season

MOH to supply 3,000 courses of Paxlovid in preparation for haj season

Patient suitability will be assessed first, says KJ.
Public invited to join final leg of 240km walk to save tigers tomorrow

Public invited to join final leg of 240km walk to save tigers tomorrow

The walk will be from Batu Caves to KL High Court.
Mavcom calls on affected consumers to submit complaints on rescheduling issues

Mavcom calls on affected consumers to submit complaints on rescheduling issues

MACPC requires airlines to resolve complaints within 30 days of receipt.
Police clash with mourners at Palestinian journalist's funeral

Police clash with mourners at Palestinian journalist's funeral

Officers charged at the group carrying her coffin.
Social work profession bill expected to be tabled in Parliament this year

Social work profession bill expected to be tabled in Parliament this year

The final draft has been sent to the AGC.
University VC to head MOH’s workplace bullying task force

University VC to head MOH’s workplace bullying task force

The task force is given two months to report findings to KJ.
Discontent in Malacca Umno: Calls mount to replace Rauf instead of Sulaiman

Discontent in Malacca Umno: Calls mount to replace Rauf instead of Sulaiman

State liason chief Rauf is believed to be trying to oust the CM.
The writing's on the wall, says Kian Ming on failure to make CEC cut

The writing's on the wall, says Kian Ming on failure to make CEC cut

Bangi MP says he may have been perceived as overstepping boundaries.
AG cites 'public interest' in dropping Serba Dinamik charges

AG cites 'public interest' in dropping Serba Dinamik charges

To avoid a long and protracted trial, says Idrus Harun.
Sri Lanka protesters vow to continue demonstrations despite new PM

Sri Lanka protesters vow to continue demonstrations despite new PM

They want the president's immediate resignation.
Inflammatory protein patterns may provide long Covid clues

Inflammatory protein patterns may provide long Covid clues

Some patients still suffer from Covid-19 symptoms 2 years after infection.
South Korean women freeze eggs as child-rearing costs surge

South Korean women freeze eggs as child-rearing costs surge

South Korea has one of the world's lowest fertility rates.
Serba Dinamik, top execs acquitted after paying RM15m fine

Serba Dinamik, top execs acquitted after paying RM15m fine

Prosecution tells court it will not pursue the case.
Ukraine forces thwart Russian armoured column crossing river

Ukraine forces thwart Russian armoured column crossing river

Ukraine is in control of Siverskiy Donets River.
N Korea reports first Covid death as fever spreads 'explosively'

N Korea reports first Covid death as fever spreads 'explosively'

About 187,800 people are being treated in isolation .
Scientists unveil image of 'gentle giant' black hole at Milky Way's center

Scientists unveil image of 'gentle giant' black hole at Milky Way's center

The image was obtained using the EHT's global network of observatories.
Anti-hopping law a progressive approach in facing GE15 - Azalina

Anti-hopping law a progressive approach in facing GE15 - Azalina

'This is so that voters won't feel cheated.'
Loke pans Najib's 'illogical' spin on 'cash is king'

Loke pans Najib's 'illogical' spin on 'cash is king'

Najib claims the king is the rakyat.
M’sia, US set up committee to address forced labour issue

M’sia, US set up committee to address forced labour issue

The working visit has opened up opportunities for bilateral cooperation.
Appeals court rules undocumented worker can take case to Labour Court

Appeals court rules undocumented worker can take case to Labour Court

Labour Court must hear cases involving undocumented workers.
Tavis: Redefining tuition In Malaysia

Tavis: Redefining tuition In Malaysia

Explore all learning resources in one platform and receive a one-month full access trial period
Anti-hopping bill: Framework mostly settled, first draft next week

Anti-hopping bill: Framework mostly settled, first draft next week

There is no fixed deadline for the PSSC to complete its duties.
Ringgit peg not in M'sia's best interest - Bank Negara governor

Ringgit peg not in M'sia's best interest - Bank Negara governor

UPDATED 5.30PM | Peg said would weaken external resilience.
Teenager facing charge for killing her newborn son allowed bail

Teenager facing charge for killing her newborn son allowed bail

UPDATED 4.04PM | Bail is set at RM20k with one surety.
More 'duped' workers from India, nearby countries denied entry - sources

More 'duped' workers from India, nearby countries denied entry - sources

Some 50 workers from India issued 'Not to Land' orders.
M’sia records 5pct growth in Q1 2022 as economic activities normalises -  BNM

M’sia records 5pct growth in Q1 2022 as economic activities normalises - BNM

UPDATED 2.30PM | The country’s GDP has met the projections set by economic analysts.
Labour agencies support halting online approval for foreign workers

Labour agencies support halting online approval for foreign workers

There is concern over delays in the arrival of migrant workers.
Dutch govt likely to review support for M'sian timber scheme - group

Dutch govt likely to review support for M'sian timber scheme - group

They want the Dutch govt to suspend its endorsement of MTCS.
GooBat.Care to save Malaysians RM13billion in their health and personal care

GooBat.Care to save Malaysians RM13billion in their health and personal care

GOOBAT is making headlines again with the implementation of Goobat Kawan which promises to revolutionise the health and personal care industry while empowering people with entrepreneuring skills.
COMMENT | What is Anwar's game?

COMMENT | What is Anwar's game?

He was foolish to give political legitimacy to Najib.
Caucus on political financing seeks meeting with law minister

Caucus on political financing seeks meeting with law minister

Members agree to ban foreign financing, limit donation amounts.
LETTER | Let's normalise inclusivity as part of decent behaviour

LETTER | Let's normalise inclusivity as part of decent behaviour

Public should not be barred from government facilities due to dress code.
COMMENT | 53 years after May 13 – what have we learnt?

COMMENT | 53 years after May 13 – what have we learnt?

Never again ought to be our refrain.

#23 - Does press freedom matter?

#23 - Does press freedom matter?

We had the pleasure of speaking with Basil Foo, our Subeditor from Malaysiakini who spoke to us about his journalistic inspirations and explained the importance of press freedom, the state of press freedom in our country and if there is any way to improve it.

PM meets President Biden, Asean leaders at the White House

PM meets President Biden, Asean leaders at the White House

Biden hosted them for a two-day Asean-US Special Summit.
S'wak in talks with Norway to form sovereign fund -Abang Johari

S'wak in talks with Norway to form sovereign fund -Abang Johari

He has met officials of the Norges Bank Investment Management.
553 percent spike in Kelantan Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

553 percent spike in Kelantan Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

This is against 237 cases between January and early May last year.

Women's doubles pair end Malaysia's 21-year gold drought in Deaflympics

Women's doubles pair end Malaysia's 21-year gold drought in Deaflympics

Boon Wei Ying and Foo Zu Tung defeat the world's No 1 pair.

COMMENT | A critical consumer review is not a criminal offence

COMMENT | A critical consumer review is not a criminal offence

Police investigating video posted by dissatisfied customers.
Covid-19 (May 12): 3,410 new cases, active cases climbing

Covid-19 (May 12): 3,410 new cases, active cases climbing

Daily admission and ICU use by Covid-19 patients are on opposite trajectories.
COMMENT | Ong Kian Ming - the archetype of political brain drain

COMMENT | Ong Kian Ming - the archetype of political brain drain

Why is politics driving out talents?
Debate: Najib slams political appointments for AG, MACC chief

Debate: Najib slams political appointments for AG, MACC chief

He swiped at Harapan - but appointments when he was PM rose.

YOURSAY | Now not everyone can fly on time

YOURSAY | Now not everyone can fly on time

‘Insufficient aircraft not an excuse, you must deliver what you sell.’

Malaysia approves AstraZeneca's drug for Covid-19 prevention

Malaysia approves AstraZeneca's drug for Covid-19 prevention

For adults and those aged 12 and above, says Health Ministry.

Primer on the PKR leadership election

Primer on the PKR leadership election

The polls will run over the course of 10 days.
Minimum wage: Employers with less than 5 workers exempted till year-end

Minimum wage: Employers with less than 5 workers exempted till year-end

However, it does not apply to employers in professional fields such as lawyers. 
Not a sen of public funds to be used if Petronas bails out Sapura: Najib

Not a sen of public funds to be used if Petronas bails out Sapura: Najib 

Petronas can sell Sapura for profit in future, the ex-PM argues.

Anwar-Najib debate showdown

Anwar-Najib debate showdown

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