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Nearly 2 million excess deaths followed China's sudden end of COVID curbs - Study

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

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

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 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 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

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'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 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 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 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
[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysia's COVID-19 cases surge to 2,246, Sri Lankan President extends curfew until 11 May

[PODCAST] Daily Dose @ 5: Malaysia's COVID-19 cases surge to 2,246, Sri Lankan President extends curfew until 11 May

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Tue May 10 2022
'Like a prison': Shanghai, Beijing ratchet up COVID restrictions

'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

[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

'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

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
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry

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
Ringgit opens lower as greenback gains ground

Ringgit opens lower as greenback gains ground

Dr Mohd Afzanizam says the market responded positively to news of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent heading the US Treasury Department.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today

Management of low-cost housing, gov't quarters, focus at Dewan Rakyat today

Also among the highlights, UNICEF report on 12.3pct of teenagers in Klang Valley's PPR face mental health issues and suicidal tendencies.
Tue Nov 26 2024
UN Resolution 1701, cornerstone of any Israel-Hezbollah truce

UN Resolution 1701, cornerstone of any Israel-Hezbollah truce

Here are the resolution's main terms, and a note about subsequent violations and tensions.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Record aid worker deaths in 2024 in 'era of impunity', UN says

Record aid worker deaths in 2024 in 'era of impunity', UN says

So far this year there have been 281 aid worker victims, according to the Aid Worker Security database.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Why India's toxic farm fire counting method is disputed

Why India's toxic farm fire counting method is disputed

Here's how India counts farm fires - a major contributor to severe pollution in the north - and why its method is being questioned.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Divisions on curbing plastic waste persist as UN treaty talks begin

Divisions on curbing plastic waste persist as UN treaty talks begin

South Korea is hosting the fifth and ostensibly final UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) meeting this week.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Transport Ministry to study proposal for senior citizen licence renewal assessments - Loke

Transport Ministry to study proposal for senior citizen licence renewal assessments - Loke

The Transport Ministry will review a proposal requiring senior citizens aged 65 and above to undergo competency and health assessments before renewing their Malaysian Driving Licence.
Mon Nov 25 2024
PM encourages South Korean investors to explore opportunities in Malaysia

PM encourages South Korean investors to explore opportunities in Malaysia

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed investors from South Korea to explore the various opportunities available in Malaysia.
Mon Nov 25 2024
South Korea prosecutors seek 5-year jail term for Samsung Elec chief in appeals case

South Korea prosecutors seek 5-year jail term for Samsung Elec chief in appeals case

Prosecutors allege Jay Y. Lee prioritised personal gain as Samsung's de-facto leader during the merger, harming shareholders and investors.
Mon Nov 25 2024