Philippines bars entry of travellers from Indonesia over Delta variant
The ban will apply to everyone coming from Indonesia or those with recent travel history to the country and will be imposed from July 16 to 31.
Wed Jul 14 2021
No travel history in 1st reported US case of virus variant
For the moment, the variant is likely still rare in the U.S., but the lack of travel history in the first case means it is spreading.
Wed Dec 30 2020
COVID-19: Malaysian among 10 imported cases in Singapore
Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed that one of the 10 imported COVID-19 cases in the republic announced Saturday is a 64-year-old Malaysian man.
Sun Dec 27 2020
Singapore to tighten border measures with Malaysia
All travellers entering Singapore "from Nov 22, 2020, 2359 hours" who have a travel history in the past 14 days to Malaysia will be required to serve a 14-day SHN at dedicated facilities.
Fri Nov 20 2020
Tighter health checks in Labuan for travellers from certain parts of Sabah
Those returning to Labuan after being in Lahad Datu and Tawau for at least three days would have to undergo compulsory swab tests.
Sun Sep 20 2020
Thousands arrested for 'virus-related crimes' in China
Some have also been accused of embezzling money collected from fundraisers to help COVID-19 patients, selling defective medical equipment.
Fri Aug 28 2020
COVID-19: Malaysian among 690 new cases in S'pore
In a statement, the republic's Ministry of Health (MOH) said the patient labelled as Case 15,237 has no recent travel history to affected countries or regions.
Wed Apr 29 2020
Despatch rider sentenced to community service for not disclosing information on travel history
The Magistrates Court here today ordered a despatch rider to carry out community service for three months for failing to disclose information on his travel history.
Sun Apr 12 2020
COVID-19: Four latest deaths raise count to 14, 212 new cases reported
The 11th death comprising case number 1,070 was a 70-year-old Malaysian man, with overseas travel history.
Mon Mar 23 2020
COVID-19 : S'pore to bar visitors with recent travel history to Italy, France, Spain and Germany
Singapore will bar all new visitors with recent travel history to Italy, France, Spain And Germany within the last 14 days.
Fri Mar 13 2020
Samples obtained by Chinese spacecraft show moon's ancient volcanism
The material provides new insight into the moon's geological history including the oldest evidence to date of lunar volcanism.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The scamdemic targeting the young and vulnerable
Teenagers and young adults are becoming prime targets for a new wave of cyber scams, a trend raising alarm bells across Southeast Asia.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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