Nearly 2 million excess deaths followed China's sudden end of COVID curbs - Study
China's decision last December to end the three-year zero-COVID policy, led to a massive surge in hospitalisations and deaths.
Fri Aug 25 2023
Protester breaks silence on China's crackdown on COVID demonstrators
The protesters who are still detained are young intellectuals and creatives.
Wed Apr 19 2023
How China's new No.2 hastened the end of Xi's zero-COVID policy
Li Qiang abruptly drove a decision to activate the reopening plans sooner than intended.
Fri Mar 03 2023
China reports 59,938 COVID-related hospital deaths since Dec. 8
China said nearly 60,000 people with COVID-19 had died in hospital since it abandoned its zero-COVID policy last month.
Sun Jan 15 2023
Tourism industry gearing up to receive tourists from China
Tourism industry players are eager to receive tourists from China amidst the expected relaxation of the country's zero-COVID policy early next year.
Thu Dec 29 2022
China warns against extra 'layers' of COVID curbs as outbreaks widen
Pressure is growing on the central govt to rein in over-zealous authorities fearing blame for failing to contain the virus.
Thu Nov 10 2022
China's perseverance in zero- COVID policy sparks worry among Beijing residents
China said over the weekend that it will persevere with its "dynamic-clearing" approach to COVID-19 cases as soon as they emerge.
Mon Nov 07 2022
China vows to continue with 'dynamic-clearing' COVID strategy
China's zero-COVID policy includes lockdowns, quarantining and rigorous testing, aimed at stopping the spread of COVID.
Sat Nov 05 2022
China striving to control new COVID outbreaks - Commission
China should unwaveringly stick to its dynamic zero-COVID policy, the National Health Commission said.
Thu Nov 03 2022
China considers shorter COVID quarantine for visitors - Bloomberg News
China now requires travellers to isolate for 10 days on entry, with seven days in a hotel room, followed by three days of home monitoring.
Thu Oct 20 2022
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Tue May 10 2022
'Like a prison': Shanghai, Beijing ratchet up COVID restrictions
China is adamant that it will stick to its zero-COVID policy to fight the disease.
Tue May 10 2022
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: COVID-19 cases in Malaysia goes up to 32,070, Families in despair as HK zero COVID policy may separate families
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Fri Feb 25 2022
'Whack-a-mole': Experts call Hong Kong's zero-COVID policy unsustainable
Doctors say the restrictions are taking an increasingly heavy toll on residents' mental health.
Fri Jan 28 2022
Olympics: China says Games will proceed as planned despite Omicron challenge
Under its "zero-COVID" policy, China has had what are among the world's strictest COVID-19 prevention measures.
Tue Nov 30 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