How to tell if you have sinusitis or Covid-19 - Free Malaysia Today KUALA LUMPUR: Sinusitis is a prevalent condition in Malaysia, and while its regular symptoms may include a loss in the sense of smell, fatigue and headaches – these can largely also be mistaken for symptoms of Covid-19, especially as Malaysia currently battles a fourth wave. While both sinusitis and Covid-
Prepare aid for those in need, govt told - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: To cushion the economic fallout from the two-week nationwide lockdown, Pakatan Harapan has called for a bank loan moratorium and cash assistance for the B40 and M40 groups. Pakatan’s Cost of Living Committee, in declaring its “constructive stance” of supporting the decision, said the government should
98 deaths due to Covid-19, a dark moment for Malaysia - Dr Noor Hisham - The Sun Daily KUALA LUMPUR: “Today marks a dark moment when the country recorded its highest daily Covid-19 deaths since the pandemic began,” according to Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. In voicing his concern, he said the 98 Covid-19 fatalities saw the death toll shooting to 2,
Malaysians on lockdown: Let's do it - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: While many Malaysians agreed with the two-week nationwide full lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19, some are urging the government to speed up the vaccination programme. Internet user Jennifer Chung said the implementation of a full lockdown was “way overdue”. “I hope this is a
Soccer-Chelsea win Champions League as Havertz goal tames City - The Star Online PORTO, Portugal (Reuters) -Chelsea won their second Champions League title and denied Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City their first after Kai Havertz grabbed a first-half goal to secure a 1-0 win in Saturday’s all-English final at the Estadio Do Dragao. The German youngster, Chelsea’s record
Thiago Silva left in tears after second successive Champions League final heartbreak - The Mirror Chelsea defender Thiago Silva was left in tears after his second straight Champions League final ended early in Porto. Silva was forced off in the first-half of the Blues’ final against Manchester City with a groin injury after playing through the pain barrier in Portugal. The decorated Brazilian defender
Dozens of planes packed with English soccer fans touch down in Porto - The Sun Daily PORTO: Planes packed with excited English fans wearing football jerseys and scarves touched down every five minutes at Porto’s airport on Saturday as the city geared up for the Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City. Around 40 flights from England were expected in Porto during the day,
'A child does not choose to be born illegitimate' - Malaysiakini Lawyers and gender equality groups have called for law reform after the Federal Court quashed a citizenship bid by a child with a Malaysian father and a foreign mother. The court narrowly dismissed the 11-year-old boy’s appeal against the government saying that he was “illegitimate” when born.
Covid-19: New record high of 98 deaths, rise of community clusters involving festivals - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Malaysia saw a sharp spike in deaths from Covid-19, with 98 fatalities on Saturday (May 29), bringing the total fatalities to 2,650. All of the deceased were Malaysians. Most of the deaths were from Selangor (27), followed by Johor (14) and Kuala Lumpur (14), while Kedah
Traffic congestion: Health DG expresses concern over massive movements - The Sun Daily KUALA LUMPUR: Less than 24 hours after Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced the implementation of a nationwide total lockdown starting June 1, traffic congestion was reported on highways heading towards the east coast and south. Pictures of the traffic congestion which have been making their rounds on social
Malaysia's health chief laments mass movement ahead of Covid-19 lockdown - The Straits Times PETALING JAYA (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – Malaysia’s health director-general, Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, took to social media to lament the mass movement of Malaysians just before the full movement control order (MCO) lockdown comes into effect next week. “Where are you headed this weekend? Mass
Domestic Trade Deputy Minister: No price hike for Gardenia bread - The Star Online KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Prices of Gardenia bread will remain the same, as there will be no price hike beginning June 1. As such, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Deputy Minister Datuk Rosol Wahid said there is no need for the public to worry and panic buy, following a viral letter
LRT, MRT users with Covid-19 symptoms on May 27-28 urged to get tested - Malaysiakini Light and mass rail transit users during peak hours on May 27 and 28 have been urged to get tested if they exhibit Covid-19 symptoms. This was after two commuters revealed they had used the public transportation system and later tested positive for Covid-19.
Prasarana says sorry, wants to focus on helping victims and families - Free Malaysia Today KUALA LUMPUR: Prasarana has apologised for any mistakes and shortcomings it made in the handling of the LRT crash and has pledged to extend support and aid to the affected passengers and their families. “I would like to apologise for any mistakes and shortcomings in our handling of the incident.
Kuching slows down as MCO in Sarawak starts - The Star Online KUCHING: It was all quiet in the city centre here on the first day of the movement control order in Sarawak. At the India Street pedestrian mall, nearly all shops were closed apart from a pharmacy and a couple of eateries. Similarly, shops along Carpenter Street, Gambier Street and Main
Health DG laments mass movements ahead of lockdown, warns of dire consequences - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah took to social media to lament the mass movement of Malaysians just before the full movement control order lockdown comes into effect next week. “Where are you headed this weekend? Mass movement is still happening despite interstate and inter-
Police confirm minister stopped at road block, probe underway - Malaysiakini Police today confirmed it had stopped Plantations Industries and Commodities Minister Khairuddin Aman Razali at a roadblock in Perasing, Terengganu. Terengganu police chief Roslee Chik said the matter is now the subject of the police investigation but did not state what offence had been committed…
Current MCO in Sarawak similar to nationwide lockdown during March 2020 - The Star Online KUCHING: The movement control order in Sarawak which began on Saturday (May 29) is very similar to the first MCO implemented last year at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. State Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian, who oversees public health, said the purpose
Prasarana still trying to identify 83 victims, wants them to come forward - Malaysiakini Prasarana Malaysia Berhad said it is still trying to identify 83 out of 213 victims from Monday’s LRT crash under a tunnel near Kuala Lumpur City Centre. It urged them to come forward so that they can be provided with the necessary assistance. “Prasarana hopes all passengers involved (in
Malaysians take to social media to cheer on, rally behind frontliners - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Photos of exhausted frontliners in a Facebook post by Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah of has drawn support for health workers from many Malaysians. “Hang in there, frontliners! We are helping you by staying at home and getting vaccinated. We will be brave and
Malaysia reports 9020 new Covid-19 cases, highest daily toll since pandemic began - The Straits Times KUALA LUMPUR (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – Malaysia on Saturday (May 29) reported 9,020 new coronavirus cases, the highest daily toll since the start of the pandemic, as Malaysian business groups asked for more information on the impending total lockdown to be released soon. After news broke on Friday
Vaccines: Putrajaya told to abandon 'monopoly' approach - Malaysiakini Putrajaya should heed the call by the Federation of Private Medical Practitioners’ Associations (FPMPAM) to involve clinics on a mass scale in the Covid-19 vaccination effort. This was in contrast to the current system where most vaccination doses are under the “monopoly” of centralised vaccination centres, said Iskandar Puteri
US says will impose sanctions on Belarus after plane diversion - The Sun Daily WASHINGTON: The White House announced Friday it will impose sanctions on Belarus after the diversion of a European flight and the arrest of a dissident on board. Press Secretary Jen Psaki, in a statement outlining the punitive measures, called the Ryanair flight diversion and arrest of Belarus opposition journalist and
Sabah election 'seeded' third Covid wave, study confirms - Malaysiakini The Sabah state election last year had resulted in an estimated 2,979 Covid-19 cases in the first few weeks after polling day, according to a new analysis published on Thursday. This amounts to 70 percent of cases reported in the state from Sept 26 (polling day) until Oct
Man found dead on road after fight over parking - Free Malaysia Today SEREMBAN: A man was found dead on the road in front of a house in Jalan Temiang here, last night, after he was believed to have been involved in a fight over a parking space. Seremban district police chief Mohd Said Ibrahim said a team rushed to the scene after
