Australian financial crime watchdog widens probe on casinos
That means owners of casinos in Australia's five most populous cities now face enforcement investigations that could carry fines or restrict their licences. "We have an enforcement investigation under way at Crown casino that demonstrates the seriousness of our concerns. And we also have significant compliance work under way on the casino sector," Rose wrote. The crackdown may meanwhile complicate a A$9 billion buyout by Star of larger rival Crown, which has been fielding takeover approaches. Crown shares were down 1.5% in a flat overall market and Star shares were down 3%.
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June 07, 2021 06:11 UTC
Thailand starts long awaited COVID-19 vaccination drive
BANGKOK (Reuters) - Thailand kicked off a long-awaited mass vaccination campaign on Monday as the country battles its third and worst wave of the coronavirus epidemic. The government aims to administer 6 million doses of locally-made AstraZeneca and imported Sinovac vaccines this month, hoping to assuage worries about the slow roll-out and supply shortages. But the government has come under fire from opposition politicians who accuse it of complacency and an over-reliance on the locally-made AstraZeneca doses. Thailand will receive an additional 3.24 million doses from AstraZeneca after mid-June, the health ministry said in a statement, but did not specify how much would be locally made. Thailand expects to sign a contract this week for 20 million shots of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.
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June 07, 2021 05:15 UTC
Decriminalising suicide essential in mental health fight
Help, not hinderFirst, decriminalising suicide must be seen as part and parcel of shifting our response to mental health towards one that is more health- and social-based. Data from the Health Ministry is indicative of the upward trend of mental health issues as a result of the current Covid-19 pandemic. Second, throughout my mental health journey, I have always felt that stigma is the biggest hurdle that we face. Reach outThe Green Ribbon Group, in collaboration with the Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA), will sponsor anyone who is keen to complete the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) programme, which includes detecting and assisting someone with suicidal behaviour. Tengku Puteri Iman Afzan is the Royal Patron of the National Coalition of Mental Wellbeing and International Patron of World Mental Health Day 2020.
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June 07, 2021 04:52 UTC
Covid-19: Smooth sailing as two mega vaccination centres in KL open
KUALA LUMPUR: It was all systems go as two mega vaccination centres opened here on Monday (June 7). The vaccination centres at KLCC Convention Centre and Axiata Arena Bukit Jalil began processing vaccination appointments at 9am. Among one of the first to arrive at KLCC Convention Centre was retired soldier Abd Nassair Ghani, 59, who was accompanied by his daughter Asha Nur, 30. Senior citizen Norma Jani, 64, said her vaccination process went very smoothly, adding that she had not experienced any side effects and felt fine. Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Khairy Jamaluddim was also seen at the KLCC Convention Centre to oversee events on the first day.
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June 07, 2021 04:07 UTC
Golf-'It was electric': amateur Ganne relishes breakout performance
"I'm going to remember this for the rest of my life," Ganne told reporters. Ganne received rock star treatment from the fans at San Francisco's Olympic Club, where she tied for 14th at the 76th edition of the major tournament, finishing as the low amateur. Ganne said she was happy for fellow teenager, friend and tournament champion Yuka Saso and was encouraged that she was able to keep pace with the game's best on the brutally difficult course. "They're the best players in the world, so it was cool to see that I was alongside them," she said. (This story corrects to Saso, not Sosa, in 10th paragraph)(Reporting by Rory Carroll; editing by Richard Pullin)
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June 07, 2021 02:52 UTC
Model of strength for the people
— KK SHAM/The StarPeople saluting as Sultan Abdullah’s car reaches Istana Negara ahead of his installation ceremony as the Yang di-Pertuan Agong in January 2019. The King inspecting halal products exhibited during a visit to the Malaysian International Halal Showcase at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre in April 2019. Sultan Abdullah posing for a ‘wefie’ with guests at a community feast after Friday prayers in Masjid Baru, Temerloh, Pahang, in January 2019. — NIK NAIZI HUSIN/The StarThe King admiring a scale model of Istana Mangga Tunggal displayed in the Khutubkhanah DiRaja in March this year. Earlier, he was briefed on a proposal to sign memorandums of agreement to set up the Al-Sultan Abdullah Research Centre for Pahang History and Civilisation.
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June 07, 2021 01:07 UTC
A King with great wisdom and foresight
“Through the provisions of the Federal Constitution, the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is the nation’s Supreme Head of Federation (Article 32 of the constitution). On Jan 24, 2019, the Conference of Rulers during its 251st meeting elected Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong. “The Yang di-Pertuan Agong had also acted to set a precedent of the relevant provisions in the Constitution,” she said. “The episode had shown the King’s wisdom and great foresight in realising the provisions of the Constitution. “The wisdom of the King had contributed to the social and political stability of the country,” she said.
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June 07, 2021 01:01 UTC
Father of virus-infected boy wins netizens’ hearts
“The authority had instructed my son to wait for health officials to come and pick him up for treatment at a field hospital, but several days passed with no one showing up. “So, I decided to put on a PPE suit, get him on my bike and drop him off at the field hospital,” he posted. Although Covid-19 has kept us apart, I will do everything to make sure that my son is safe,” he said. Netizens also conveyed their best wishes to the man for his son’s speedy recovery. The man later posted another video of him making a video call to his son where he said: “It’s such a relief to see him smile again.
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June 07, 2021 00:22 UTC
Suggestions to help vaccination process
WHEN I went to get my first dose of Covid-19 vaccine on June 1 at the Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre, Selangor, I was surprised at how people were allowed to enter the vaccination centre. Some able-bodied seniors were allowed in with their chaperones all the way through, which led to congestion inside the centre. After two hours, people understandably got impatient and many tried to jump the queue when the officials’ backs were turned. The number of people at vaccination centres needs to be managed to prevent the process from turning into a superspreader event. These are my suggestions:> Do not allow chaperones (some had more than one) to accompany able-bodied and mentally sound senior citizens.
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June 07, 2021 00:11 UTC
Coliseum Cafe closes its doors for good
KUALA LUMPUR: The iconic colonial restaurant Coliseum Cafe, which had stood the test of time over the last century, is now closing its doors permanently due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Three other Coliseum Cafe outlets in Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya will remain open. “We would have lunch at the cafe before heading to the Coliseum Cinema next door, ” she recalled. Coliseum Cafe was one of the highlights of her heritage-walking tours of Kuala Lumpur. Jeremy Cheah, 43, said that growing up, visiting the Coliseum Cafe was a yearly affair for him and his family.
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June 07, 2021 00:00 UTC
DJs help keep blues away
Many are in need of social interaction and an outlet to air their grievances. Suria FM’s DJ Lin lends an ear and gives advice on her show ‘Suria Cinta’. Lin has just been voted “The Most Trusted Radio Presenter in the Trusted Brands (TB) Award Malaysia 2021”, an annual award organised by Asia Reader’s Digest. Wang feels being a radio DJ is his true calling as he has always been talkative, even as a child. “I love radio because I get to see people’s stories from different angles and evaluate their issues intellectually.
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June 06, 2021 23:37 UTC
Parents heave a sigh of relief over SPM news
JOHOR BARU: Parents are relieved that the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examinations have been postponed to February. “If need be, more PdPR sessions should be conducted to ensure all topics are covered and that the students are well-prepared for the examination,” he said. Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin said the oral and science practical exams would start in February 2022 and the written exams in March. “Continuing PdPR and postponing the exams meant that our children would be safer at home and less exposed to the virus,” she said. The mother-of-six is also hopeful the Covid-19 situation will get better soon so that her daughter can sit for her exams safely.
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June 06, 2021 23:03 UTC
Soccer-Man City's De Bruyne wins PFA Player of the Year award for second time
The 29-year-old is only the third player to win back-to-back awards after former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry and former Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo. Belgium international De Bruyne was also named in the PFA Team of the Year announced on Friday. De Bruyne's City team mate Phil Foden picked up the Young Player of the Year Award after a season in which he was also named the Premier League's best young player. Chelsea forward Fran Kirby won the women's award for a second time, beating team mates Sam Kerr and Ann-Katrin Berger. City's 20-year-old forward Lauren Hemp won the women's PFA Young Player of the Year award for the third time.
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June 06, 2021 19:37 UTC
Soccer-England manager unhappy with Henderson's failed penalty stunt
"We had Marcus Rashford on penalties then James Ward-Prowse but both came off," Southgate told ITV. "We expected Dominic Calvert-Lewin to take it and I was expecting Hendo to go over to him and let him take it. It wasn't a great penalty but I am not too bothered. "We have a lot of competition in those areas of the field and he has had an important contribution to win the penalty. "In the first half we did not work hard enough without the ball, we were too stretched and did not press well.
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June 06, 2021 19:07 UTC
Ciro the Italian hero
ROME: Italy striker Ciro Immobile has often struggled to replicate his scoring form for Lazio on the international stage but if he does, the resolute Italians have every chance of Euro 2020 success. The Azzurri have come a long way since their humiliating failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. Roberto Mancini’s side conceded only six goals in 16 games in their Euro 2020 qualifying and Nations League campaigns. “I felt a weight off my shoulders because I hadn’t scored from open play for a year and a half for Italy, ” Immobile told RAI Sport. It remains to be seen if Immobile can translate club form into goals for Italy but if he does they could be a real force.
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June 06, 2021 18:11 UTC