WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday called on international companies to consider cutting ties to enterprises that support Myanmar's military and he decried its crackdown on anti-coup protesters. Read full story
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Wednesday, 31 March 2021
Germany to restrict use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine - Merkel
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany will restrict the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine to people aged 60 and over and high-priority groups, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Tuesday. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwkjwB
Slain Boulder officer remembered as selfless in public memorial
LAFAYETTE, Colo. (Reuters) - Hundreds of people lined the streets outside Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado, on a freezing Tuesday morning to pay tribute to a police officer killed in last week's mass shooting at a grocery store in Boulder. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwkjvF
Tuesday, 30 March 2021
Earlier jabs for Phase Three
PETALING JAYA: The second phase of the national immunisation programme begins on April 19 and it will involve the elderly, disabled and those with comorbidities. Of the targeted nine million people in Phase Two, two million had registered. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rwfz5P
Private hospitals may get approval for vaccine procurement
PUTRAJAYA: Private hospitals will be given permission to negotiate with suppliers to purchase Covid-19 vaccines, says National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rwfz59
http://dlvr.it/Rwfz59
Thumbs up for speeding up on vaccination drive
PETALING JAYA: The government’s initiative to allow economic frontliners and those in Phase Three to be vaccinated earlier than expected is welcomed by health experts as well as consumer and business groups. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rwfz46
Monday, 29 March 2021
Experts: Lifestyle changes can help treat and prevent dyslipidaemia
PETALING JAYA: While there are genetic factors involved in whether someone develops it, diet and lifestyle changes can help treat and prevent dyslipidaemia – an abnormal amount of lipids (fatty substances) in the blood. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwbHtb
Leaders: Barisan to roll up sleeves for challenges ahead
KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional has a tough journey ahead in regaining the public’s confidence, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwbHtT
Quit your govt positions, Ku Li tells Umno leaders
KUALA LUMPUR: All Umno ministers, deputy ministers and those who have been appointed heads of government-linked companies (GLCs) must resign from their posts immediately following the party’s decision to cut ties with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, says Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwbHrW
Sunday, 28 March 2021
Govt not afraid to lower voting age
PAGOH: The Perikatan Nasional government is not afraid over the lowering of the minimum voting age to 18 and wants the Election Commission (EC) to hasten the implementation process on automatic voter registration (AVR). Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwXHJT
http://dlvr.it/RwXHJT
Decision on interstate travel for Raya to be announced soon
MUAR: The government will decide soon on whether to allow interstate travel during the Hari Raya celebrations, says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwXHJD
http://dlvr.it/RwXHJD
JPJ: Vehicle modifications can cause accidents
KUALA LUMPUR: Some vehicle owners, whose hobby and passion is modifying their vehicles, are willing to disregard the law despite being aware of the dangers, including causing road accidents, says the Road Transport Department (JPJ). Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwXHGk
Saturday, 27 March 2021
IGP: Three men had plotted to kill Dr Mahathir, ministers last year
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of two Malaysians and an Indonesian had plotted to kill former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and a few ministers last year, says Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwTfdB
Umno's three wings begin meetings on Saturday (March 27)
KUALA LUMPUR: The three UMNO wings - Wanita, Youth and Puteri - will hold their meetings on Saturday (March 27) in conjunction with the Umno General Assembly 2020 at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) here. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwTfd0
http://dlvr.it/RwTfd0
INTERACTIVE - Can Malaysia escape the middle-income trap?
What do we need to do to reach a high-income economy status? Find out here. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwTfb5
Friday, 26 March 2021
Trust no one becomes cyber mantra after massive hacking attacks
Researcher John Kindervag published a paper about a decade ago that argued administrators of sensitive computer networks shouldn’t trust anyone on their networks, regardless of their title. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwQQNL
What can you buy with Bitcoin?
Major retailers are few and far between to accept this payment method, but there are still some ways to spend your hard-earned crypto assets. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwQQMn
http://dlvr.it/RwQQMn
New wave of ‘hacktivism’ adds twist to cybersecurity woes
(Corrects spelling to Kottmann from Hottmann, paragraphs 3, 16, 18-25) Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwQQKT
Thursday, 25 March 2021
Civil Defence Force gets more ‘bite’
KAJANG: The operations scope of the Civil Defence Force (APM) will be expanded in a move to bolster its position as the country’s front line in emergency services. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwLglY
Planned Klang Valley water cuts this month and in April
KUALA LUMPUR: Residents and business proprietors in the Petaling and Klang districts as well as Shah Alam municipality have been asked to prepare for two days of water disruption starting March 30.The disruption – scheduled to take place from 9am to 9pm daily – would affect five areas in Petaling, 14 in Klang and 11 in Shah Alam, said Pengurusan Air Selangor Sdn Bhd (Air Selangor). Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwLglB
Horrifying thunderous roar preceded helicopter crash
SUBANG: The thundering noise originating from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport frightened worker R. Romu, but when he realised what was causing the commotion, he was horrified. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwLgjb
Wednesday, 24 March 2021
From volunteer firefighters to frontline nurses, they are getting the job done
GEORGE TOWN: Having to juggle between operating a coffee shop and being a volunteer firefighter in the past year has been exhausting but meaningful for Chan Kim Keat. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwGt76
Drugs worth RM5.2bil seized
NILAI: Sixteen tonnes of Captagon pills worth a staggering RM5.2bil were seized in one of the country’s biggest crackdowns against drugs. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwGt6r
http://dlvr.it/RwGt6r
Government wants more bumis in furniture venture
PUTRAJAYA: Bumiputras keen on the furniture business should sign up for a programme to be trained by successful companies in the timber and furniture sector, says the Deputy Primary Industries and Commodities Minister. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RwGt4L
http://dlvr.it/RwGt4L
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
Shuttler’s mum: Zii Jia worked hard to make up for past failures
ALOR SETAR: After a dismal performance at three earlier tournaments in Thailand since January, Lee Zii Jia just wanted to redeem himself when he stepped into Arena Birmingham on March 17. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwC4GR
He almost gave up but never surrendered
PETALING JAYA: Lee Zii Jia nearly hung up his racquet when he was 12 years old because he felt he was not strong enough, his elder sister Zii Yii revealed. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwC4GB
Keep making the country proud, King tells Zii Jia
KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah extends his heartiest congratulations to Lee Zii Jia on winning the All England singles title. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RwC4Dv
Monday, 22 March 2021
Australia poised for inquiry into veteran suicide, PM says
CANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison looks set to announce a Royal Commission to examine veteran suicides, after a government backbench revolt over delays in establishing an inquiry. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rw7Jnk
Australia to evacuate thousands as Sydney faces worst floods in 60 years
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian authorities are planning to evacuate thousands more people on Monday from flood-affected suburbs in Sydney's west, which is set for its worst flooding in 60 years with another day of drenching rain expected. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rw7JhR
http://dlvr.it/Rw7JhR
Sunday, 21 March 2021
PM on two-day working visit to Sabah
KOTA KINABALU: Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin will be in Sabah today for a two-day working visit – his first to the state since Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) took over the state administration after the September state polls. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rw4DVN
http://dlvr.it/Rw4DVN
Malaysian aviation in good hands
PETALING JAYA: With “open skies” a possibility again as Covid-19 vaccines make their appearance, aviation regulators over the world are busy ensuring that pilots, who have been kept out of their cockpits, remain sharp and on top of things. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rw4DV8
http://dlvr.it/Rw4DV8
Rakyat pleased with targeted MCO approach
PETALING JAYA: A more targeted approach in the implementation of the movement control order will help the economy to recover. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rw4DSL
Saturday, 20 March 2021
Simulating a shared working space with the ‘virtual office’ concept
Miss the pressure of having colleagues looking over your shoulder? This trick could make staff more productive, by having colleagues keeping an eye on each other. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rw1XgD
http://dlvr.it/Rw1XgD
INTERACTIVE: How does Malaysia's fines on SOP violations compare with other countries?
Now that penalties for Covid-19 SOP violations have been categorised into various tiers, we take a look at how Malaysia compares to other countries and what can be done to ensure greater compliance. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rw1Xfx
Ex-IGP Musa: No cartels in force, just factions
PETALING JAYA: Former Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan believes that there are no cartels within the police force, but rather officers who belong to different factions. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rw1Xdj
Friday, 19 March 2021
Global warming could cut over 60 countries' credit ratings by 2030, study warns
LONDON (Reuters) - A new algorithm-based study by a group of UK universities has predicted that 63 countries – roughly half the number rated by the likes of S&P Global, Moody's and Fitch - could see their credit ratings cut because of climate change by 2030. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvyDNk
NASA completes major test on rocket that could take humans back to the moon
(Reuters) - Aerospace firms on Thursday credited NASA with a successful test of engines on a Boeing-built rocket for Artemis missions that aim to return U.S. astronauts to the moon by 2024, more than half a century since the last lunar walk. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvyDND
Czech government extends pandemic restrictions on movement, no date for easing
PRAGUE (Reuters) - The Czech government has agreed to extend restrictions on movement among districts beyond March 21 until further notice as the coronavirus pandemic ebbs slowly, Health Minister Jan Blatny said on Thursday. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvyDKN
Thursday, 18 March 2021
Offences in three categories
PETALING JAYA: The offences under Act 342 (Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases) will be classified into three categories based on severity of the violation. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvtQFx
MCA to help first-time offenders on RM10k fines
SEREMBAN: MCA will provide free legal service to help those slapped with RM10,000 compounds for violating Covid-19 standard operating procedures, says its Civil Society Movement bureau head Ng Kian Nam. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvtQFq
‘Risk based approach in travel restrictions the right step forward’
PETALING JAYA: Using a risk based approach rather than blanket travel restrictions will rejuvenate the domestic tourism industry, says Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) president Datuk Tan Kok Liang. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvtQDt
Wednesday, 17 March 2021
If your iPhone charger blows up, it may be a fake sold on Instagram
A simple, daily gesture like charging an iPhone turned into a life-threatening task for Andrea Stroppa, a cybersecurity researcher. The charger that exploded after he borrowed it from a friend, Stroppa discovered, was a counterfeit Apple Inc product bought through an unofficial channel on Instagram. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvpWPs
Trump to decide on whether to make another White House run after 2022 midterms
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would decide whether to make another run for the White House after congressional elections in November 2022. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvpWPd
Australian regulator says AstraZeneca vaccine rollout to continue
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia's pharmaceutical regulator on Wednesday said the rollout of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine would continue despite many European nations pausing vaccination to investigate serious side effects reported in some recipients. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvpWP1
Tuesday, 16 March 2021
Missiles fired by Houthis hit uninhabited areas, Saudi-led coalition says
CAIRO (Reuters) - The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen said on Monday that the Iranian-aligned Houthi group fired two ballistic missiles towards the southern Saudi city of Khamis Mushait, but succeeded in hitting only uninhabited border areas, Saudi state TV reported. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rvkg3p
Applications open for the Clubhouse creator accelerator programme
Calling all Clubhouse users – this new programme could be for you. Elon Musk’s favourite audio chat app has opened applications for its first program aimed at supporting creators in building their audience, connecting with brands and monetising their work. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rvkg3f
http://dlvr.it/Rvkg3f
Soon you’ll be able to fill in roads missing in Google Maps
A brand new tool integrated into Google Maps will soon allow anyone to modify the route of a road, or even to create one not yet referenced. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rvkg3N
http://dlvr.it/Rvkg3N
Monday, 15 March 2021
Hisham: Team in Yangon taking care of more than 600 M’sians there
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Embassy in Yangon is doing a great job in taking care of more than 600 Malaysians there, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rvfw5M
Former IGP Fuzi gets married
IPOH: Former inspector-general of police Tan Sri Mohamad Fuzi Harun has tied the knot in a simple ceremony. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rvfw4f
http://dlvr.it/Rvfw4f
‘Offer incentives to employers’
PETALING JAYA: Business groups have called on employers to encourage all their workers to register for the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (NIP) for public health benefit and to hasten economic recovery. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rvfw0Z
http://dlvr.it/Rvfw0Z
Sunday, 14 March 2021
Vaccines to spur Johor’s economy
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The government is expected to despatch additional Covid-19 vaccines to Johor soon to inoculate between 50,000 and 100,000 Malaysian workers so that the border with Singapore could reopen by May or June. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RvbtHv
http://dlvr.it/RvbtHv
Opening Johor-Singapore borders ‘the best news’
JOHOR BARU: For Malaysians who work across the Causeway, the news that more vaccines are on the way is good news indeed. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RvbtHV
http://dlvr.it/RvbtHV
MB: Lenggong Geopark will not be a white elephant
LENGGONG: Short- and long-term plans are being prepared by various parties to ensure that the Lenggong Geopark can be developed and not become a white elephant, says Perak Mentri Besar Datuk Saarani Mohamad. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvbtGB
Saturday, 13 March 2021
‘Follow SOP even after jab’
PETALING JAYA: As the national immunisation programme to battle Covid-19 enters its second week, health experts say those who have been vaccinated still need to observe the standard operating procedure to protect the community in general. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvYFj0
Community pharmacists now included as frontliners
PUTRAJAYA: Community pharmacists are now included in the list of frontliners who will be vaccinated in the first phase of the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme.Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba said the Covid-19 Vaccine Supply Access Guarantee Special Committee meeting on Thursday agreed to include community pharmacists in Category 2 of the guidelines to determine frontliners under the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvYFhf
1,575 new cases, with three deaths recorded
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia recorded three new Covid-19 deaths, which means 1,203 people have succumbed to Covid-19 in the country. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvYFfT
Friday, 12 March 2021
South Korea extends social distancing rules to stamp out infections amid vaccination drive
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea will extend social distancing rules with a ban on private gatherings of more than four people in a bid to stamp out the possibility of a fourth wave of COVID-19 infections, Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said on Friday. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RvTxYQ
http://dlvr.it/RvTxYQ
After losing arm, Vietnamese hairdresser styles new ways to cut clients' locks
HO CHI MINH CITY (Reuters) - Four years ago, a traffic accident cost Le Thi Kim Tram her left arm. Amid the trauma, the 42-year-old lay recovering in hospital, thinking of ways to continue her livelihood - cutting hair, a trade followed by three generations of her family. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvTxY1
Exclusive: EU told to expect no AstraZeneca vaccines from U.S. in near future - sources
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Washington has told the European Union that it should not expect to receive AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines manufactured in the United States any time soon, two EU sources said on Thursday, in a new blow to the bloc's supplies. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvTxWK
Thursday, 11 March 2021
Artist on mission to change Indonesia's misogynistic dictionary entry for 'woman'
(Reuters) - Hussy, mistress, w****, evil woman - these are just some of the nine example compound words that artist Ika Vantiani was shocked to find listed under the entry for 'woman' or 'perempuan' in Indonesia's official dictionary. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvQ9mg
This flying taxi could soon be in the skies of Los Angeles and other major US cities
Californian startup Joby Aviation has been working on an electric aircraft for around 10 years. Now, the firm's ambition is to provide a first fleet of urban flying taxis by 2024, debuting in the US. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RvQ9lv
http://dlvr.it/RvQ9lv
Roblox, after winning over kids, becomes a hit on Wall Street
The Roblox game world that has won over children around the world and became a pandemic hit scored big on Wall Street on March 10, as newly listed shares surged. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvQ9gQ
Wednesday, 10 March 2021
Hackers breach thousands of security cameras, exposing Tesla, jails, hospitals
A group of hackers say they breached a massive trove of security-camera data collected by Silicon Valley startup Verkada Inc, gaining access to live feeds of 150,000 surveillance cameras inside hospitals, companies, police departments, prisons and schools. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvLSPM
On track to lower voter age
PETALING JAYA: All systems are on track to lower the voting age to 18 and create the automatic voter registration (AVR), said Election Commission deputy chairman Dr Azmi Sharom. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvLSP6
Chor is Star Media Group’s new chairman
PETALING JAYA: Star Media Group Bhd (SMG) has appointed Tan Sri Chor Chee Heung (pic) as its new chairman. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvLSN8
Tuesday, 9 March 2021
Most Cameron Highlands firms have yet to obtain Labour Dept certificate
CAMERON HIGHLANDS: Only 12 out of 1,007 firms in Cameron Highlands that employ foreign workers have applied for the accommodation acknowledgement certificate issued by the Labour Department. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvGdvM
Tourism players: Allow interstate travel so we can survive
PETALING JAYA: For the tourism and hotel industry to survive in the coming months, the government must allow interstate travel, says the Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH). Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvGdty
PM thanks King Salman
MADINAH: Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and his wife Puan Sri Noorainee Abdul Rahman performed the umrah on Sunday as part of their visit to Saudi Arabia. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvGds7
Monday, 8 March 2021
Top New York Democrats urge Cuomo to resign over sexual harassment allegations
NEW YORK (Reuters) - The two top Democrats in New York's state legislature said on Sunday that sexual harassment allegations leveled against Governor Andrew Cuomo by five women, most of them former aides, have undermined his ability to lead and he should resign. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvBtY9
Musk’s historic wealth gains unravel with RM109.99bil loss
Elon Musk set records last year for one of the fastest streaks of wealth accumulation in history. The reversal is underway, and it’s steep. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvBtXx
Drones vs hungry moths: Dutch use hi-tech to protect crops
Dutch cress grower Rob Baan has enlisted high-tech helpers to tackle a pest in his greenhouses: palm-sized drones seek and destroy moths that produce caterpillars that can chew up his crops. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RvBtXS
Sunday, 7 March 2021
MACC denies being used as political weapon
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has “vehemently” dispelled accusations that it was used as a “political weapon” in carrying out its duty. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv7rY2
South Korea, U.S. scale back military drill over coronavirus
SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea and the United States will conduct its springtime military exercise this week, but the joint drill will be smaller than usual because of the coronavirus pandemic, Seoul said on Sunday. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv7rXc
Biden marks Selma anniversary with order to expand voting access
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden will sign an executive order on Sunday designed to make it easier for Americans to vote, White House officials said, as Republicans across the country seek to limit voting rights in the wake of the 2020 election. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv7rTl
Saturday, 6 March 2021
Exclusive: U.S. agency probes Facebook for 'systemic' racial bias in hiring, promotions - attorneys
(Reuters) - A U.S. agency investigating Facebook Inc for racial bias in hiring and promotions has designated the probe as "systemic," attorneys for three job applicants and a manager who claim the company discriminated against them told Reuters on Friday. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv57dd
Why is nobody following me on Instagram?
So no one is interested in your Instagram account? If you think of posting every day as a chore, people will notice. This is how Instagram success consultants say you can drive up your like count. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv57dV
Study: French Internet users hate online ads the most
While disliking online ads might be common, a study has found that nowhere is that more true than in France. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rv57c5
http://dlvr.it/Rv57c5
Friday, 5 March 2021
How beers and Vikings gave Bluetooth technology its name
One of the best-known modern technologies owes its name and logo to a Viking-era king with a bad tooth: a quarter century ago, two engineers hatched the idea for the moniker “Bluetooth” over beers. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rv1gJ6
INTERACTIVE: Why Covid-19 vaccine queue-jumpers are a threat, and what can be done
PETALING JAYA: Those planning to use their influence or position to “potong queue” (cut the queue) and get access to the Covid-19 vaccination before their turn better think again. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rv1gHz
http://dlvr.it/Rv1gHz
Bersatu: We have decided
PUTRAJAYA: The top leadership of Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia has reached a decision regarding its ties with Umno, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/Rv1gGX
http://dlvr.it/Rv1gGX
Thursday, 4 March 2021
Soon, it could be easier to buy a car online than in a dealership
Volvo has announced plans to shift its business model to expand, and favour, online sales. The news seems in phase with current and future trends, at a time when it can be faster and more practical to configure and buy a car with a smartphone or a computer than by having to visit a dealership. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RtxpCw
http://dlvr.it/RtxpCw
Zoom says users issues likely from localised Internet glitch
Some Zoom Video Communications Inc users were unable to join meetings on the video-conferencing platform on March 3, which was likely due to a localised Internet service issue, the company said. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RtxpCY
FMM: Foreign worker tests behind rise in factory clusters
PETALING JAYA: Covid-19 screenings for foreign workers that ended in February have been attributed to factories making up about 60% of new workplace clusters, says the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM). Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/Rtxp7d
Wednesday, 3 March 2021
Not a 'cardboard politician': Biden's faith forges bond with Mexico
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - They did not speak the same language and were not even in the same room. But the presidents of Mexico and the United States quickly found common ground in a virtual "meeting" on Monday, in the form of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RtsrBV
Australia armed forces called in to support COVID-19 immunisation drive
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australia will seek the support of the defence forces in its COVID-19 immunisation drive, authorities said on Wednesday, as it looks to ramp up a vaccination rollout programme that is running behind schedule. Read full story
http://dlvr.it/RtsrBG
http://dlvr.it/RtsrBG
Pentagon concerned by U.N. report indicating possible North Korea nuclear reprocessing
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Pentagon expressed concern on Tuesday about a U.N. report indicating possible reprocessing of nuclear fuel for bombs by North Korea, and said such activity could raise tensions with Pyongyang. Read full story
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http://dlvr.it/RtsrB0
Tuesday, 2 March 2021
Exclusive: U.S. sanctions for Navalny poisoning expected as early as Tuesday
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States is expected to impose sanctions to punish Russia for the poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexi Navalny as early as Tuesday, two sources familiar with the matter said on Monday. Read full story
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Instagram Live Rooms adds group streaming of up to four users
Instagram on March 1 began allowing up to four people to live stream together in virtual “rooms”, following in the footsteps of group-broadcast rising stars like Clubhouse. Read full story
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Crypto tears: Bitcoin miners face blame for Abkhazia energy crisis
The power cuts have highlighted the energy cost of cryptocurrencies at a time when global interest in virtual cash is booming and bitcoin, the original and most popular virtual currency, is gaining acceptance among mainstream investors. Read full story
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Monday, 1 March 2021
Man seen using profanities towards cops in viral video already arrested, says Penang police
BUTTERWORTH:The police arrested the man seen using profanities in a video taken at a Nibong Tebal roadblock before it went viral, says South Seberang Prai OCPD Superintendent Lee Chong Chern. Read full story
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I don’t depend on my boyfriend, says Atikah
GORGEOUS Singapore-born actress Atikah has made it clear that she has been working hard instead of depending on her boyfriend to have a life of luxury. Read full story
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Driverless bus hits streets of Malaga in southern Spain
A new driverless electric bus has begun operating in the southern Spanish city of Malaga, in a project presented as a first in Europe. Read full story
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