A year like no other! A look back at top stories that shaped Malaysia in 2020
From the coronavirus and its many effects, to never-ending political sagas, take a look back on the top stories that defined the past 12 months.
Wed Dec 30 2020
No report of new UK COVID-19 strain - Adham Baba
MOH has not received any reports of a new variant of the COVID-19 virus in Malaysia which was detected in the United Kingdom.
Tue Dec 22 2020
Genome sequencing helping Health Ministry improve COVID-19 preparedness
Genome sequencing conducted on COVID-19 virus samples has helped the Health Ministry (MOH) in its planning to improve preparedness to deal with the pandemic.
Fri Oct 23 2020
COVID-19 D614G mutation found in five clusters - Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham in an update post on his official Facebook site said the result was obtained from the Institute for Medical Research (IMR) today.
Fri Sep 25 2020
Possible that Tawar, Sivagangga clusters came from same source - Health D-G
There is a big possibility that the Tawar cluster and Sivagangga PUI (person under investigation) cluster may have originated from the same source, said Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham.
Thu Aug 27 2020
COVID-19 weekly round-up: Another new cluster emerges today
The detection of a more virulent strain D614G and the emergence of a new cluster, Tawar, are the most alarming developments this week on the local COVID-19 front.
Fri Aug 21 2020
Studies ongoing to ascertain whether D614G involved in Sala, Tawar Clusters
Studies are still underway to ascertain whether the Sala and Tawar Clusters also involved the D614G-type mutation of COVID-19 like the Sivagangga Cluster.
Fri Aug 21 2020
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Sivagangga Patient Zero faces RM1.5 million lawsuit, Thai police seek monarchy protesters
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Wed Aug 19 2020
CAKE files suit against Nasi Kandar Salleh owner
The Consumers Association of Kedah (CAKE) is seeking compensation of more than RM1 million including special, exemplary and nominal damages against Nasi Kandar Salleh owner.
Wed Aug 19 2020
Refer to special ministerial meeting before introducing SOP, state govts told
State governments have been asked to refer to the Special Ministerial Meeting on the Implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) prior to implementing any standard operating procedure (SOP).
Tue Aug 18 2020
Traders in Napoh filing lawsuit against Nasi Kandar Salleh owner
100 traders around Napoh whose income have been affected have lodged complaints and want to seek compensation for losses incurred.
Fri Aug 14 2020
Quarantine order violation: No more compound but go straight to court
There will be no more compound, instead violators will be brought straight to court for further action.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Nasi Kandar eatery owner linked to Sivagangga cluster fined 12,000, jailed 5 months
The owner of Nasi Kandar Salleh in Napoh, Kubang Pasu linked to the Sivagangga cluster has been sentenced to five months jail and fined RM12,000 by the Magistrates Court here today.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Daily Dose @ 5: Sivagangga 'Patient Zero' jailed 5 months, Over 21,000 illegals deported since January
A rundown of the most important stories you need to know for the day, from the newsroom of Astro AWANI.
Thu Aug 13 2020
Kedah's Sivagangga cluster - what you need to know
The Sivagangga cluster is one of the largest active cluster hitting Malaysia, adding strains to the countrys fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Aug 11 2020
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024