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Govt to convene special Covid-19 meeting tomorrow to discuss further measures

JOHOR BARU: The government will convene a special Covid-19 meeting tomorrow to discuss further measures needed to contain infections, following the spike in cases to a total of 428 recorded until noon today, since the beginning of infections in the country.

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba (pix) said apart from Health Ministry representatives, Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and representatives of the Defence Ministry are also expected to attend.

“We (Malaysia) have now entered the ‘late containment’ phase”, he said, in view of the 428 cases recorded so far.

He told reporters this after observing the situation at the Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar here today. Also present was Johor Health Director Dr Aman Rabu and state Health and Environment Committee chairman R. Vidyananthan.

Adham said initial investigations indicated that most of the latest cases were linked to the ‘tabligh’ rally cluster – the rally had taken place at Masjid Jamek Sri Petaling in Kuala Lumpur, from Feb 27 to March 1.

He said a total of 190 new cases of the coronavirus had been reported until noon today, bringing the total number of cases to 428.

Adham added that the Health Ministry would invoke section 15 (1) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 to track down and enforce health screening on rally participants who have refused to come forward to health authorities for testing.

“The ministry calls on those who were at the Sri Petaling mosque to contact the nearest District Health Office for further action,“ he said.

The minister added that from Jan 5 until today, a total of 6.8 million people comprising foreigners and Malaysians had undergone health screening at all entry points in Johor, and so far, no positive Covid-19 cases had been detected through the screening.

He also stressed that premises with individuals who have been confirmed to have been infected with Covid-19, should be closed by operators without waiting for instructions from the ministry. — Bernama

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March 15, 2020
E-wallet scammers offer cash as latest modus operandi

ALOR STAR: E-wallet scammers are now resorting to offering cash amounting to RM100-RM300 to those who submit their identity cards to open their e-wallet accounts

Kedah Commercial Crime Investigation Department (JSJK) head Supt Elias Omar said the scammer-appointed agents would prey on victims from low-income groups or drug addicts before asking for their identity cards to help register e-wallet accounts.

“Prior to that, the victims will be promised instant cash of between RM100 and RM300 if their e-wallet registration application is successful, thus compelling the victims to handover their identity cards willingly.

“The agent will fill out the application form using the victim’s name and identity card while the phone number and address will be filled with the scammer’s information. This is to make it easier for scammers to obtain their victim’s Transaction Authorisation Code (TAC) number and have access to the victim’s bank account,” he told a media conference here today.

He said the scammer would then contact another victim and impersonate the police or the court before directing the victim to transfer some money into an e-wallet account that was opened using an identity card obtained from the previous victim.

“The scammer will contact the victims and inform them that they are involved in a drug case and to avoid having their assets frozen, the victims will have to transfer all their money into the e-wallet accounts provided. The scammers use this e-wallet method because it is difficult for the police to detect.

“From Jan 1 to Feb 29, 25 investigation papers involving such cases have been opened involving a loss of RM600,000,“ he said.

He said up to 50 individuals had provided their identity cards for e-wallet account registration but were unaware that their identity cards and personal information have been misused by scammers out for a profit.

Meanwhile, Elias said acting on information, police have arrested two 23-year-old men who were soliciting public identification cards in early March in the Kuala Muda district.

“One of them is a scammer-appointed agent and for each successful identification card, the agent received RM50 as payment. Six mobile phones, 13 telco sim cards and six ATM cards were also seized.

“We are looking for another 34-year-old who is believed to be able to assist with the case and people with information can also contact the Kedah JSJK or the Kuala Muda JSJK. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code,“ he said. — Bernama

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March 15, 2020
Covid-19: MACC enhances preventive measures

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has enhanced measures for Covid-19 prevention implemented at all its offices across the country.

MACC deputy chief commissioner (management and professionalism) Datuk Junipah Wandi said among others, the commission had provided disinfectant liquid at the entrances of all its offices and premises.

Any officers or staff who have a temperature above 37.5°C would be asked to go the hospital, she said.

“We also issued a directive that those who have just returned from overseas are required to go for a health check at the Ministry of Health-designated hospitals.

“If they have a fever, flu and cough, even though it is not confirmed as Covid-19, they will be asked to undergo self-quarantine,” she told Bernama here today.

The World Health Organization had, on March 11, declared Covid-19 as a pandemic.

Malaysia, as at noon today reported 428 positive cases. — Bernama

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March 15, 2020
Covid-19: Management of Manjung mosques, surau urged to conduct disinfection

LUMUT: The Perak Health Department has urged the management of mosques and ‘surau’ in the Manjung district to carry out disinfection activities following the classification of two individuals from the area as Covid-19 Patients-Under-Investigation (PUI).

“They are only suspected cases but preventive action must be taken,” department director Datuk Dr Ding Lay Ming said in a statement issued today.

Ding was commenting in response to WhatsApp messages circulating since yesterday that the two cases in Manjung were said to be participants of the ‘tabligh’ (religious outreach) rally held on Feb 28 at the Sri Petaling Mosque in Kuala Lumpur.

Meanwhile in KUALA TERENGGANU, all mosques and surau in the state have been encouraged to take the initiative to conduct disinfection activities to curb the spread of the virus.

Terengganu Religious Affairs Department (JHEAT) commissioner Mat Azmi Arshad said although the state had yet to record any cases, implementing preventive measures was very important.

“Besides that, it is hoped that the management of all mosques and surau are more observant of the congregation, advising those who are not healthy to go for a health check-up immediately,” he told Bernama when contacted today.

On the closure of a ‘madrasah’ (religious school) in Kuala Terengganu allegedly due to Covid-19, he said members of the public need not panic as the authorities had taken appropriate action. — Bernama

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March 15, 2020
BREAKING: 190 new coronavirus cases reported today, most linked to mosque event

PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry has recorded a sudden spike in the number of patients who have tested positive for Covid-19, with 190 positive cases recorded in one day as of 12pm today.

Health Minster Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba said based on early

investigations, all 190 cases are related to a tabligh gathering that

was conducted at the Seri Petaling mosque.

“This brings the total number of cases since the Covid-19 outbreak

started to 428 cases, with nine people in the intensive care unit

(ICU) and we are currently on the late containment stage,“ he said at

a press conference after visiting the CIQ complex in Johor today.

He also said with the situation now, he will discuss with the Prime

Minister and Defence Ministry on the next move.

Adham also said that seven people have since recovered from Covid-19

and have been discharged, bringing the total of those discharged to 42

people.

He also said that as of Jan 5 until now, 6.8 million people have

gone through the immigration gates bordering Johor and Malaysia, and

there has not been any positive case detected so far.

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March 15, 2020
Vanguard’s global outlook for 2020: The new age of uncertainty

In our annual global economic and market outlook, Vanguard outlines its expectations for growth and market returns.

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March 15, 2020
What negative bond yields mean for investors

Vanguard experts discuss negative yields and tips on how you can navigate this environment.

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March 15, 2020
Webcast replay: How to make retirement saving work for you

In this replay of a recent webcast, Ashley Morris, a Certified Financial Planner™ professional with Vanguard Personal Advisor Services® and Mike DiJoseph, an investment strategist with Vanguard, talked about the things you can do to prepare for your best retirement.

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March 15, 2020
Global outlook summary: The new age of uncertainty

See our expectations for 2020 growth, inflation, monetary policy, and more in our global outlook summary.

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March 15, 2020
Make better financial decisions despite volatility in the markets (or in your life)

Whether you’re worried about market volatility, personal expenses, or even your next career move, mindfulness practice can help.

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