When PIDM does not protect
PIDM wishes to inform the public that it only protects deposits kept in banks and with financial institutions that are member institutions of PIDM. Depositors may check the list of PIDM member institutions at:> https://www.pidm.gov.my/en/for-public/deposit-insurance-system-dis/member-banks/ (for the list of member banks); and> https://www.pidm.gov.my/en/for-public/takaful-and-insurance-benefits-protection-system/insurer-members/ (for the list of insurer members). To limit the risk of misuse, PIDM provides physical copies of its decals and logo only to its member institutions. They are required to be displayed at PIDM member institutions’ premises and offices. To reiterate, PIDM does not protect money that is lost to scams.
Source:The Star
May 07, 2021 00:11 UTC
Counting down to silver jubilee
988, one of Malaysia’s leading Chinese radio stations, is celebrating its silver jubilee tomorrow with a line-up of new content, contests and events featuring an array of special guests. He also helms 988’s weekly City Heartbeat radio show where he plays big brother to listeners who call in seeking guidance and advice. There will also be a heart-warming segment where several City Heartbeat listeners talk about how DJ Chan Fong’s advice has changed their lives. The “988 City Heartbeat Live Show” is jointly celebrated by co-sponsors Kinohimitsu (my.kinohimitsu.com) and Gintell (www.gintell.com/store-locator) along with Friends of 988 Victoria Facelift (http://bit.ly/VF988FREE) and Cuckoo (www.facebook.com/CUCKOOInternational/). Pop singer Michael Wong will be among DJ Chan Fong’s guests.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 23:48 UTC
House conversions irk residents in PJS 7
MORE houses in PJS 7, Petaling Jaya, are being converted into hostels, despite residents’ complaints about these units being partitioned to fit in more tenants. Residents have expressed frustration over the authorities’ lack of action and want such renovations and extensions demolished. Now, residents say there are about 30 such houses that were renovated to take in more people. He said the owners and agents of such properties were reaping profits at the expense of the safety, health and comfort of other residents. Sze Han said he was aware of the problems faced by the PJS 7 residents.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 23:26 UTC
Momota’s a brilliant shuttler and great jester too
1 Kento Momota may look serious on badminton court but there is a lighter side of him too. In a recent interview published by the World Badminton Federation (BWF), the 23-year-old Momota had interesting answers when he was candidly asked about personalities in the badminton Tour. According to him, the funniest in the Tour is men’s doubles shuttler Anders Rasmussen and chose another Dane Viktor Axelsen for more than one category. He dubbed Axelsen as a player with the best defence and the one always on social media. As for the best attacking player, Momota pointed towards Anthony Ginting of Indonesia.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 23:26 UTC
M’sian workers upset over Singapore’s extended quarantine period
JOHOR BARU: The Singapore government’s decision to extend the quarantine period from 14 days to 21 days beginning tomorrow has not gone down well with many people, especially workers who have been stuck there since last year. Malaysia-Singapore Workers Task Force president Dayalan Sreebalan said Singapore’s move would cause more hardship to Malaysians working in the island republic. “I came back to Malaysia in October last year and the quarantine period was 14 days. He added that the extended quarantine period would affect the workers’ salaries as their annual leave would be deducted and those not having enough days would have to take unpaid leave. He said his company wanted him to pay for the quarantine charges if he wanted to return to Malaysia for a break to see his family.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 22:07 UTC
Sport-Nadal and Osaka scoop top Laureus awards
(Reuters) - Spain's Rafa Nadal was named the 2021 Laureus Sportsman of the year on Thursday, while fellow tennis player Naomi Osaka won the top women's honour. Japan's Osaka won her second U.S. Open title last year, while Nadal equalled Roger Federer's record of 20 Grand Slam titles by claiming his 13th French Open crown. Nadal picked up his fourth Laureus honour, having previously scooped the Breakthrough, Comeback and men's individual awards. "Winning the French Open and equalling the 20th Grand Slam of Roger Federer has been an unforgettable moment. Tennis dominated the digital awards ceremony in Seville as American great Billie Jean King received the Lifetime Achievement award.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 20:15 UTC
Pentagon chief says removal of all contractors from Afghanistan under way
The remarks are the clearest indication yet that Biden's April order to withdraw all U.S. forces from Afghanistan by Sept. 11 extended to U.S.-funded contractors. Asked whether the Pentagon had issued orders to withdraw not just American troops but also contractors, Austin said: "We're going to responsibly retrograde all of our capabilities that we are responsible for and the contractors fall in that realm as well." Speaking with reporters, Austin said the contractors could, however, renegotiate their contracts in the future. As of April, there were nearly 17,000 Pentagon contractors, including about 6,150 Americans, 4,300 Afghans and 6,400 from other countries. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Mark Milley, said there had been sustained levels of violent attacks against Afghan security forces but none against U.S. and coalition forces since May 1.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 18:35 UTC
Inari, Sime Darby Property, Maybank, IHH Healthcare, AirAsia, MISC, Berjaya Food, Sentral REIT, Cahya Mata Sarawak, MyEG, Genting Malaysia, Seni Jaya and Velesto
KUALA LUMPUR (May 6): Based on corporate announcements and news flow today, companies that may be in focus tomorrow (May 7) include: Inari Amertron Bhd, Sime Darby Property Bhd, Malayan Banking Bhd, IHH Healthcare Bhd, AirAsia Group Bhd, MISC Bhd, Berjaya Food Bhd, Sentral REIT, Cahya Mata Sarawak Bhd, My EG Services Bhd, Genting Malaysia Bhd, Seni Jaya Corp Bhd and Velesto Energy Bhd. Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) unveiled its five-year strategic plan, M25, that aims to accelerate growth in the "next normal". Mitsui & Co is exploring a deal to take Malaysian hospital group IHH Healthcare Bhd private, according to people with knowledge of the matter. AirAsia Group Bhd said all of its entities performed better in March, in terms of total number of passengers carried, compared with February. 1QFY21 revenue fell to RM41.02 million from RM42.22 million a year earlier although net profit rose to RM20.7 million from RM19.79 million.
Source:The Edge Markets
May 06, 2021 15:40 UTC
Distributive trade sector to operate as usual during MCO
PUTRAJAYA (May 6): The distributive trade sector, including retail, wholesale and distribution network, can operate as usual throughout the enforcement of the Movement Control Order (MCO 3.0), Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said. In a statement today, Nanta said the distributive trade sector will follow the operation time set under the general standard operating procedure (SOP) issued by the National Security Council (MKN). The SOP for the distributive trade sector during the MCO period can be found on MKN website at https://www.mkn.gov.my, he added. Urging distributive trade sector players and consumers to comply with the SOP, Nanta reminded that violations will result in legal actions, including warnings, compounds and closure of business premises. Those with inquiries can call the Distributive Trade and Service Industry secretariat at 03- 8882 5881/5905 or email [email protected].
Source:The Edge Markets
May 06, 2021 14:48 UTC
Covid-19: No sports, recreational activities allowed in MCO areas for two weeks
PETALING JAYA: All sports and recreational activities in areas under the movement control order will not be allowed for the next two weeks. The Youth and Sports Ministry said the National Security Council (NSC) made the decision which covers premises and commercial facilities, public facilities and fields, unless special permission is given. "The national training camp under quarantine concept at the National Sports Council and the state sports council will continue. "The training programme under quarantine concept for Malaysia Football League teams also can continue. The MCO will be enforced from May 6 to 17 for six districts in Selangor and from May 7 to 20 in Kuala Lumpur.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 12:56 UTC
Your brain can be plastic if you want
The technology at the time was also not advanced enough to allow scientists to observe the microscopic activities of the brain and the brain behaviour of patients who had suffered from damage to the organ. My brain health is no longer dictated by the size and weight of the brain I was born with, but rather what I do with it. As you think, neural connections form between your brain cells, or neurons. The more you work your brain, the more you strengthen the neural connections and enhance your cognitive skills. These increase connectivity between brain regions and help form new neural networks, strengthening brain density.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 11:00 UTC
‘Get out of Thailand’ online campaign gains real-world momentum as Covid grows
The Facebook group called “Migrate” has garnered more than 800,000 members in less than a week of being set up. Much of the private group’s discussions center around better job and wealth prospects that other countries can offer, compared to fewer opportunities in Thailand. The current flareup in coronavirus in Thailand, which started early April, has more than doubled the number of cases and deaths. The group is planning to launch a website that will compile information about emigration shared among members for the benefit of anyone wanting to leave Thailand. “It’s a vote of no-confidence by the people,” said Paul Chambers, a lecturer at Naresuan University’s Center of Asean Community Studies in northern Thailand.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 10:30 UTC
MyEG wins project from MIMOS to provide service desk for vaccine traceability system
KUALA LUMPUR (May 6): My EG Services Bhd (MyEG) has won a contract from MIMOS Bhd to provide service desk and its related services for a vaccine traceability system. In a bourse filing, the group said the one-year project will be effective June 1, with an option for a further one-year extension. It is valued at RM400,000 for the first year and RM250,000 for the optional one-year extension. Shares in MyEG closed 2.66% or five sen higher at RM1.93, valuing the group at RM7.09 billion. The counter saw 9.18 million shares traded.
Source:The Edge Markets
May 06, 2021 10:30 UTC
Malaysians in India to be flown back due to surge in Covid-19 cases there, says Hisham
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysian citizens in certain parts of India will be repatriated following concerns over the sharp spike in the number of Covid-19 cases there, says the Foreign Ministry. Hishammuddin said Malaysians who will be brought home on this mission are to do Covid-19 swab tests before departure and upon arrival in Malaysia. The Foreign Minister said this mission would not involve the southern and eastern regions in India as the situation there is under control. India's Covid-19 cases spiked in April to daily record highs, and experts warn the country's worsening health crisis could scuttle efforts to end the global pandemic. One in every four deaths in the past week are from India, it said.
Source:The Star
May 06, 2021 09:56 UTC
‘Get out of Thailand’ campaign gains momentum as Covid-19 grows
The Facebook group called “Migrate” has garnered more than 800,000 members in less than a week of being set up. Much of the private group’s discussions center around better job and wealth prospects that other countries can offer, compared to fewer opportunities in Thailand. The current flareup in coronavirus in Thailand, which started early April, has more than doubled the number of cases and deaths. The group is planning to launch a website that will compile information about emigration shared among members for the benefit of anyone wanting to leave Thailand. “It’s a vote of no-confidence by the people,” said Paul Chambers, a lecturer at Naresuan University’s Center of Asean Community Studies in northern Thailand.
Source:The Edge Markets
May 06, 2021 09:22 UTC