Statistics on civil servants refusing vaccine among focus of Dewan Rakyat today
The issues on income gap between urban and rural groups and the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic has affected will also be raised.
Wed Nov 10 2021
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Tue Nov 09 2021
Anti-vaxxers face restricted freedom, Dewan Negara told
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has taken the approach of not allowing anti-vaccine groups to enjoy certain freedoms given to fully vaccinated individuals, the Dewan Negara was told today.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Govt's stand on anti-vaxxers aimed at preventing COVID situation from worsening - Hishammuddin
The government's stand in taking action against those who refuse to be vaccinated against COVID-19 is not to persecute them but to prevent greater harm, said Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein.
Mon Oct 18 2021
Statement on anti-vaxxers: Govt has explained enough on benefits of COVID-19 vaccines - Khairy
Khairy said his ministry had in fact provided all the scientific evidence on the effectiveness of the vaccines on people.
Mon Oct 18 2021
Problems facing anti-vaxxers due to own attitude - PM Ismail Sabri
Ismail Sabri said the COVID-19 vaccination, although not made compulsory yet, helped to make life easier for those who had received it.
Sun Oct 17 2021
KDN to look into reports against anti-vaxxers - Hamzah
Hamzah said suitable provisions of the law that can be enforced against them were being identified.
Sat Oct 16 2021
Life will be difficult for you, Khairy warns anti-vaxxers
Khairy said those who cannot be vaccinated due to health reasons will be fine as they would be provided with MySejahtera digital exemption.
Sat Oct 16 2021
Sydney's unvaccinated warned of social isolation when COVID-19 lockdown ends
Berejiklian said people who choose not to be vaccinated could be barred entry to shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.
Tue Sep 28 2021
HTAR sees possible anti-vaxx influence in current hospitalisations, deaths
About two-thirds of COVID-19 patients treated at HTAR in Klang are below 60 and almost all have not been vaccinated, Dr Ahmad said.
Wed Sep 22 2021
Boost vaccination rates in laggard states, address challenges toward "herd immunity"
Percentage of protected population takes priority but the expected impact could be threatened by immunological uncertainties.
Thu Sep 02 2021
Vaccination: Teachers should set good example, protect students - Johor Sultan
The Sultan of Johor today said teachers should set a good example and protect their students instead of placing them in danger by rejecting COVID-19 vaccination.
Mon Aug 23 2021
Action against anti-vaxxers to be announced by next month - PM Muhyiddin
The government will announce the action that will be taken against anti-vaccine groups either this month or next month, said Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.
Thu Aug 12 2021
Anti-vax protesters try to storm former BBC HQ in London
According to media reports, the activists were protesting against COVID-19 vaccine passports and vaccines for children.
Tue Aug 10 2021
Vaccines: Two centuries of scepticism
From real fears sparked by side-effects, to fake studies and conspiracy theories, we take a look at anti-vax sentiment over the ages.
Sat Aug 07 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024