Missing Indonesian submarine was old and overloaded, analyst says - The Star Online JAKARTA, April 24 (Bloomberg): The Indonesian navy’s missing submarine may have been too old and overloaded when it embarked on a military exercise on Wednesday, according to a defense analyst. The KRI Nanggala-402 that disappeared in waters off Bali island was carrying 53 crew during training, Indonesia’s
Stop the killing, violence against civilians, Muhyiddin tells Myanmar - The Star Online JAKARTA(Bernama): In addressing the crisis in Myanmar, the country needs to de-escalate the situation on the ground and stop the killing and violence against civilians, says Malaysian Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. This was one of the three proposals put forward by Malaysia to Myanmar at the
Indonesian rescuers recover debris believed to be from missing submarine - official - The Star Online JAKARTA (Reuters) – Indonesian searchers have recovered debris believed to be from the missing submarine lost in the Bali Sea on Wednesday, the country’s military chief said on Saturday. Hopes for the 53 crew are dwindling, with officials saying that their supply of oxygen was expected to have run out
Who is likely to be Singapore's next PM after major shakeup? A factbox from Reuters - The Star Online SINGAPORE, April 23 (Reuters): Singaporeans are waiting to see who will be anointed to succeed their long-serving Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, after the country’s leadership transition plans were upended two weeks ago. Lee’s designated successor – Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat – unexpectedly ruled
Fahmi's note from detention: Satires and parodies should be defended - Malaysiakini In a note from prison, artist-activist Fahmi Reza has made a call for the defence of satire and parodies to be used as a form of protest. Lawyer Yohendra Nadarajan read out the note after the remand hearing at Dang Wangi police station lock-up where Fahmi was detained
Court only allows 1-day remand for Fahmi Reza - Free Malaysia Today KUALA LUMPUR: Activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza, who was held yesterday for alleged sedition, must be released by 5pm today, a magistrates’ court has told police. His lawyer, Rajsurian Pillai, told FMT that magistrate Nitya Ravindran allowed only a one-day remand although the police had asked for four
ASF outbreak declared in eight districts in Sabah - Jeffrey Kitingan - The Sun Daily KOTA KINABALU: The African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak has been declared in eight districts in Sabah, namely Pitas, Beluran, Kinabatangan, Lahad Datu, Kota Marudu, Sandakan, Telupid and Tongod, said Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Dr Jeffrey Kitingan. Kitingan, who is also Sabah Agriculture and Fisheries Minister said ASF, that has been
67% approval rating for PM 'too optimistic', says analyst - Free Malaysia Today PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s 67% approval rating, in a recent poll conducted by Merdeka Center, was a “bit too optimistic”, says a political analyst. National Council of Professors fellow Jeniri Amir believes that if the survey included respondents from east Malaysia, the ratings would have dropped due
Group gathers in solidarity with Fahmi Reza - Malaysiakini A group of some 20 people gathered outside the Dang Wangi district police station this morning in solidarity with artist-activist Fahmi Reza who is under arrest for alleged sedition. Fahmi will be represented by lawyer Yohendra Nadarajan at a remand hearing scheduled at 10am, according to fellow activist Khalid
Daggers out down south: Chin Tong braces for duel, defies rivals - Malaysiakini Following the open criticism against his leadership, speculation is rife that a challenge will be mounted against incumbent Johor DAP chief Liew Chin Tong in the May 2 state party polls. In an interview with Malaysiakini, the former deputy defence minister said he is prepared for the fight and called
PM Muhyiddin arrives for Asean Special Meeting in Jakarta - The Sun Daily JAKARTA: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (pix) arrived here today to attend the Asean Special Meeting on the crisis in Myanmar. Muhyiddin arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport here at 8am (local time) via a special aircraft. The prime minister was greeted on arrival by the Permanent Representative of
Bersih decries alleged assault on detained Tawau activist - Malaysiakini The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih 2.0) has condemned an alleged assault on one of the seven activists detained for protesting the extension of the enhanced movement control order (MCO) in Kampung Muhibbahraya, Tawau, Sabah yesterday. “Bersih condemns the police who allegedly assaulted one of the activists
Period spot checks may cause lasting psychological impact, experts warn - Malaysiakini Period spot checks are “a form of bullying” that can have a negative impact on young girls for many years afterwards, said psychological experts in calling for the Education Ministry to put a stop to such a practice. The Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA) pointed out that the inspection of
FSG face Liverpool transfer change after John Henry apology - Liverpool Echo The longer the fallout from the aborted European Super League proposal continues, the more mind-blowingly baffling the whole idea becomes. And the greater the realisation of just how much in the dark key figures at Liverpool Football Club were kept regarding the controversial, ridiculous project. Supporters, as ever, were
Muhyiddin: We will continue to work hard in handling Covid-19 - The Star Online PAGOH: Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has assured the people that the government will not let up on its fight against Covid-19. Dismissing allegations that the government is not serious in tackling the pandemic, the Prime Minister said the government held meetings daily, which he attended, for the latest updates
No crime, only satire: Activists hold vigil for Fahmi's release - Malaysiakini Several civil society activists held a candlelight vigil outside the Dang Wangi police station in Kuala Lumpur where artist-activist Fahmi Reza is being held. Condemning the arrest and demanding his release, they chanted “Free Fahmi” and “Political satire is not a crime”.
Singapore names new finance minister, amid succession overhaul - Lawrence Wong tipped to be future premier - The Star Online SINGAPORE, April 23, 2021 (AFP): A top Singapore official who has been tipped as a future premier was named the new finance minister on Friday, as the city-state overhauls its leadership succession plans following a setback. Lawrence Wong, currently education minister, was picked as the replacement for Finance Minister
Interstate travel ban to continue - Ismail Sabri - The Sun Daily KUALA LUMPUR: The government will still maintain the interstate travel ban as it is one of the causes behind the rise in the daily Covid-19 positive cases in the country. Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the matter was decided at the Covid-19 technical committee
Covid-19: Eight new clusters, five linked to education sector - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: More Covid-19 outbreaks at schools and education centres have emerged in the country, according to the Health Ministry. Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said five out of eight new clusters on Friday (April 23) were linked to the education sector. The five clusters are
Aidilfitri bazaars allowed to operate until 2 am - Ismail Sabri - The Sun Daily KUALA LUMPUR: Aidilfitri bazaars nationwide are allowed to operate until 2 am from Saturday, said Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob (pix). He said the extension of operating hours was allowed after listening to appeals from bazaar traders. “We were informed that visitors will only go out after
PM: Government is sincere and serious in tackling Covid-19 - The Star Online PAGOH: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin (pic) has denied allegations by certain quarters that the government is not serious in tackling the Covid-19 pandemic. He said the government would hold daily meetings, which he attended, to keep track of the latest updates about Covid-19 cases throughout the
Japan declares 'short, powerful' emergency in Tokyo, elsewhere - The Star Online TOKYO (Reuters) -Japan declared “short and powerful” states of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka and two other prefectures on Friday as the country struggles to contain a resurgent coronavirus pandemic just three months ahead of the Olympics. Under a new state of emergency for April 25 to May 11, the government
Covid-19: It's up to Education Ministry to decide on school closure, says Ismail Sabri - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: The Education Ministry will decide if it is necessary for schools to be closed following a spike in Covid-19 cases linked to the education sector, says Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said the decision would be made by the ministry after discussing it with the
DCA approves Pharmaniaga-produced Sinovac vaccine - Malaysiakini The Drug Control Authority (DCA) has approved the Sinovac vaccine that has been “filled-and-finished” by local drugmaker Pharmaniaga LifeScience Sdn Bhd (PLS). This is the second source of Sinovac’s CononaVac vaccine to receive conditional approval for use in Malaysia, the other being finished doses produced by Sinovac
Ismail Sabri: Interstate travel still not allowed due to spike in Covid-19 cases - The Star Online PUTRAJAYA: Interstate travel is still not allowed as many cases of Covid-19 have resulted from it, says Senior Minister (Security) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob. He said the National Security Council special meeting supported statements on the matter issued by Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba and Deputy
