Dr M concerned about the ‘bleak’ situation in Langkawi

[ad_1] Dr. Mahathir Mohamad says there are “ways and ideas” to improve Langkawi’s economy. PETALING JAYA: Former Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir Mohamad has expressed concern about the fate of Langkawi’s economy, particularly the tourism industry, due to Covid-19. In a blog post, the Langkawi MP said that although the island …

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Trump slows Biden’s blue wave in thrilling US elections

[ad_1] WASHINGTON (AFP): The most polarized American election in decades was a razor’s edge on Tuesday, as President Donald Trump appeared to have curbed predictions of a sweeping Democratic wave, but Joe Biden also scored key victories. Against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic that has claimed more than 230,000 …

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Parliament will introduce the mandatory Covid-19 test every fifteen days

[ad_1] KUALA LUMPUR: Parliament has introduced several measures, including the mandatory Covid-19 swab test for legislators and officials every fortnight. In a message, Dewan Rakyat’s spokesperson, Datuk Azhar Azizan Harun (Photo) said that the necessary measures were being taken to ensure that the process in the august Chamber proceeded safely. …

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Initial results adjusted as Biden seeks to topple Trump

[ad_1] Sponsors of the Gallatin County Fairgrounds wait in line to cast their votes in Bozeman, Montana, on Nov. 3 (AP photo) WASHINGTON (AP) – Early results showed a close race in America’s battle states Tuesday, as Joe Biden hopes a polarized electorate will defeat President Donald Trump in the …

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Threat of automation for workers in sales, services

[ad_1] KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s most common occupations, the sales and service workforce, face increased risk of automation in light of technological advancement, according to a report from the Khazanah Research Institute (KRI). The report, titled Working in an Evolving Malaysia: The State of Households 2020 Part II, said this was …

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The government is urged to confirm the dates of the SPM

[ad_1] PETALING JAYA: Anxious parents and nervous students urge the government to set dates for the 2020 Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) exams, as they are concerned that the recent surge in Covid-19 cases could result in further delay. Stakeholders expect SPM exams to begin Jan.6 as scheduled, even as many …

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