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Malaysia PM’s desperate vaccine plea
Malaysia’s citizens are being urged to ‘hurry’ and get vaccinated as the delta variant of the virus sweeps across the world
Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob on Monday sent an urgent plea to Malaysians to get vaccinated immediately to help the country recover from pandemic.
“We must continue to fight the COVID-19 pandemic as our main enemy,”
he said in a televised address ahead of Malaysia’s 64th national day celebrations.
Vaccines are the way out – the PM said
Mr Ismail Sabri noted that vaccines have been shown to have a positive impact on combating the pandemic.
“This success will pave the way for economic recovery in this country and allow us to live in the new normal. The economy should be restored, the well-being of the people should be improved, investor confidence should return, therefore, I would like to call on the Malaysian family to get vaccinated immediately to help in the country’s efforts to recover.”
The leader noted that ‘based on data and facts, vaccinations would “combat the war against the COVID-19 pandemic and it will end in victory,”
In his speech, the prime minister also reflected on Malaysia’s journey to achieve independence over the last four centuries and called on people to use these lessons to overcome challenges in the present day as a united “Malaysian family”.
Malaysia is in the midst of a tough battle against COVID-19, having averaged more than 20,000 daily cases over the last week
On Monday, the country recorded 19,268 cases and 295 deaths.
There have been more than 1.7 million COVID-19 cases in Malaysia so far and around 16,400 deaths in total.
As of Monday, 62.6 per cent of the adult population have been fully vaccinated. The government is aiming to raise this figure to 100 per cent by the end of October.
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Man shot dead after breaching security at Mar a Lago
Man in 20s dies after breaching Mar-a-Lago, armed; Secret Service opened fire, citing no immediate danger inside.
Man in 20s dies after breaching Mar-a-Lago, armed; Secret Service opened fire, citing no immediate danger inside.
A man in his early 20s has been shot and killed after breaching the secure perimeter at President Trump’s Mar a Lago residence in Florida, according to the Secret Service. Officials say the president and first lady Melania Trump were in Washington DC at the time of the incident.
Authorities report the man was armed with a shotgun and a petrol canister when he approached the north gate. He was confronted by a sheriff’s deputy and two Secret Service agents who ordered him to drop the items before the situation rapidly escalated.
After putting down the petrol can, the man allegedly pointed the shotgun at officers, who then opened fire. Law enforcement says there was no immediate danger to anyone inside the property.
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Iran signals nuclear concessions as U.S. talks intensify
Iran may concede on its nuclear program for US recognition and sanctions relief, considering uranium exports and oil sector investments.
Iran may concede on its nuclear program for US recognition and sanctions relief, considering uranium exports and oil sector investments.
Iran is signalling it’s prepared to make concessions on its nuclear programme in exchange for U.S. recognition and sanctions relief, as fresh talks between Iran and the United States reveal deep divisions but renewed diplomatic momentum.
Tehran is reportedly considering sending its highly enriched uranium abroad and even forming a regional enrichment consortium to keep negotiations alive and avoid military escalation. Officials say an interim agreement could still be within reach despite the sticking points.
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UK police seek former aides’ insights on Prince Andrew
UK police contact ex-protection officers of Prince Andrew amid misconduct investigation linked to Jeffrey Epstein allegations
UK police contact ex-protection officers of Prince Andrew amid misconduct investigation linked to Jeffrey Epstein allegations
– Police seek former protection officers of Prince Andrew for info on alleged Epstein-related offences.
– Authorities consider removing Mountbatten-Windsor from royal succession after investigation conclusions.
The recent allegations stem from claims that Mountbatten-Windsor shared confidential government documents with Epstein during his time as a trade envoy. The London Metropolitan Police is now identifying former officers who may assist in the ongoing investigation and has encouraged them to share any pertinent information.
Mountbatten-Windsor has denied wrongdoing in the Epstein matter.
In 2022, he settled a civil lawsuit filed in the U.S. by Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual abuse. Reports indicated he paid her approximately £12 million, a claim he denies.
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London authorities are reassessing previous decisions not to pursue criminal investigations related to Epstein’s activities.
Recent document releases from the U.S. government have prompted police to explore allegations of human trafficking involving Epstein at UK airports.
Police have been actively searching Mountbatten-Windsor’s residences as part of their investigation. His arrest marks an unprecedented event in modern royal history, raising significant public interest and concern in various countries.
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