M'sia committed to improving Internet connectivity, says PM at Jaringan Prihatin launch - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is committed to establishing minimum Internet connectivity of 75% as recommended by the UN, with broadband costs not exceeding 2% of monthly GDP per capita, says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. The Prime Minister said the rise in Internet usage in the country proved that Internet access was
Excitement, relief as participants of opt-in AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccines start getting their shots - The Star Online KUALA LUMPUR: As the opt-in programme for the AstraZeneca vaccine kicks off on Wednesday (May 5), those who had registered for the jab turned up in droves at the four vaccination centres to receive their jabs against Covid-19. The AstraZeneca vaccine began to roll out on Wednesday at
Sabah politicians lodge police report over former IGP's allegations - The Star Online KOTA KINABALU: Local leaders in Sabah urge the authorities to conduct a probe based on former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador’s allegations of political interference in the Police Force Commission (PFC) and money politics, among others. Upko’s Kadamaian assemblyman Datuk Ewon Benedick lodged a
Lack of data despite 400000 cases is 'beyond stupidity', says Wong Chen - Free Malaysia Today PETALING JAYA: Subang MP Wong Chen has slammed the government for failing to effectively analyse Covid-19 data despite over a year of dealing with the pandemic. In a Facebook post, he said the Perikatan Nasional administration’s style of announcing a movement control order (MCO) before the SOPs were
US seizes RM2.1mil Top Glove shipment | Free Malaysia Today - Free Malaysia Today KUALA LUMPUR: US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has seized a shipment of 3.97 million nitrile disposable gloves from Top Glove Corp estimated to be worth US$518,000 (about RM2.1 million) on indications they were made by forced labour, it said yesterday. CBP had, on March 29,
From icon to pariah: Trump and social media - The Star Online WASHINGTON: Donald Trump was among the most effective politicians at using social media and built a vast following on the major platforms before being abruptly banned. With the Facebook independent oversight board preparing to review the platform’s ban on the former US president, here are some key points about
YOURSAY | The deep state in the force strikes back - Malaysiakini YOURSAY | ‘Despite such an explosive exposé from the ex-IGP, it’s complete silence from the cabinet.’ Ex-IGP reveals the story behind Hamzah’s ‘boy’ Vijay47: I have never hidden my lack of admiration for any of the recent inspector-generals of police (IGPs), but with the latest scandal,
MOH: Prompt treatment if blood clots occur after AstraZeneca jabs - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: The Health Ministry (MOH) will constantly monitor the incidence of blood clots with the administration of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine and assures the public that immediate treatment will be given should such an incident occur. “The occurrence of blood clots is very rare, and the administration of this
china ‘High Likelihood’ of Australia-China War? Sydney Morning Herald says there is a high likelihood of a war between Australia and China citing a leaked briefing of a top Aussie general. The paper says the ‘alarming briefing of the top Australian general to his troops that since last year China was engaged in “grey zone’ warfare.
america Learning From The Jan 6 Chaos In Democracy When the United States sneezes, global democracy is sick! China believes in the second part of this statement, that is democracy in the US is crumbling. The communist country, however, fails to see beyond the violent Jan 6 incidents and the impact it will have on the world. They also
Sublime Manchester City reach first Champions League final as PSG lose heads - Eurosport.com Riyad Mahrez scored twice as Manchester City produced an outstanding team performance to beat 10-man Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 and reach their first ever Champions League final. Mahrez opened the scoring on 11 minutes after the visitors had an early penalty award for handball against Oleksandr Zinchenko correctly
Covid-19: No opt-in programme for other vaccines, says Health DG - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Only the AstraZeneca vaccine will be used for the opt-in programme and it will not be extended to other vaccines, says Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah. “(It is) only for the AstraZeneca vaccine,” he said briefly on Tuesday (May 4) when asked if
covid-19 Covid-19: List of premises at risk published soon! PUTRAJAYA: The government has agreed to list premises at risk of Covid-19 transmission through the Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system, starting May 7 (Friday). National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme Coordinating Minister, Khairy Jamaluddin, said that the decision was made through the National Security Council (MKN) meeting following
'Last resort': Desperate for oxygen, Indian hospitals go to court - The Star Online NEW DELHI (Reuters) -A court in India’s capital New Delhi has become the last hope for many hospitals struggling to get oxygen for COVID-19 patients as supplies run dangerously short while government officials bicker over who is responsible. A two-judge bench of the Delhi High Court has
Khairy: Inter-district travel allowed for those in Selangor going for Covid-19 vaccination - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Those living in areas under the movement control order (MCO) in Selangor will be allowed inter-district travel to get their Covid-19 vaccination, said Khairy Jamaluddin. “For MCO districts, you will be allowed to cross district lines for your vaccination appointment. “Just show proof of your appointment
Khairy: Inter-district travel allowed for those in Selangor going for Covid-19 vaccination - The Star Online PETALING JAYA: Those living in areas under the movement control order (MCO) in Selangor will be allowed inter-district travel to get their Covid-19 vaccination, said Khairy Jamaluddin. “For MCO districts, you will be allowed to cross district lines for your vaccination appointment. “Just show proof of your appointment
India's Covid-19 cases cross 20 million, opposition calls for national lockdown - The Star Online SATARA/AHMEDABAD, India, May 4 (Reuters): Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi called for a nationwide lockdown as the country’s tally of coronavirus infections surged past 20 million on Tuesday, becoming the second nation after the United States to pass the grim milestone. India’s deadly second wave of infections,
MACC will only investigate party-hoppers if money is involved - The Sun Daily KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) will only investigate politicians who switched parties if money was involved said MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Azam Baki. Azam said politicians were free to jump parties as there were no laws that prohibit them to do so as anti-hopping laws
Prayers, visiting allowed in Malaysia during Hari Raya but restrictions will apply: Ismail Sabri - CNA KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government has announced that morning Aidilfitri prayers and Hari Raya visiting will be allowed with restrictions and health protocols in place. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday (May 4), Senior Minister for Security Ismail Sabri Yaakob said for areas under Movement Control Order (MCO), Raya
China urges 'basic etiquette' from Philippines after blunt outburst - Free Malaysia Today BEIJING: China urged the Philippines on Tuesday to observe “basic etiquette” and eschew megaphone diplomacy after the southeast Asian nation’s foreign minister used an expletive-laced Twitter message to demand that China’s vessels leave disputed waters. The comments by Teodoro Locsin, known for occasional blunt remarks, follow Manila’
0.2% of premises responsible for 90% of transmissions | Free Malaysia Today - Free Malaysia Today PETALING JAYA: MySejahtera has found that 0.2% of premises registered under its mobile application are responsible for 90% of Covid-19 transmissions in the country. Science, technology and innovation minister Khairy Jamaluddin said the government’s new Hotspot Identification by Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system had also identified 1,660
RMCO cross-border travel under domestic bubble suspended, says Ismail Sabri - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: Cross-border travel between recovery movement control order (MCO) states utilising the domestic travel bubble concept has been suspended in view of rising Covid-19 cases, said Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said the National Security Council (NSC) special meeting had reviewed the current situation
Stop the use of Special Branch for political purposes, says DAP MP - Free Malaysia Today PETALING JAYA: DAP’s Charles Santiago has called on the prime minister and the Police Force Commission to put an end to the practice of using the Special Branch for political purposes. “Otherwise, the erosion of confidence in the police force will prevail,” the Klang MP said in a short
Public will be notified of Covid-19 hotspots identified by HIDE system from May 7 - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: Starting Friday (May 7), the government will publish a list of premises such as shopping malls and eateries that have been flagged as potential Covid-19 hotspots identified by the Hotspot Identification by Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) system. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said the HIDE system has,
Singapore defers non-urgent surgeries after Covid-19 flareup - The Star Online SINGAPORE, May 4 (Bloomberg): Singapore’s Ministry of Health said it has asked hospitals to defer non-urgent surgeries and admissions until further notice, in a bid to increase potential capacity for handling Covid-19 patients. The capacity measures, which also include limiting emergency room visits only for life-threatening
