Alfian Z.M. Tahir

Alfian is a journalist with The Malaysian Insight.

E-mail: [email protected]


Sunday, 28 Feb 2021 12:49 PM

Larry Sng quits Sarawak PKR post

Julau MP’s status in party unknown, confirms Tian Chua.

Larry Sng quits Sarawak PKR post

Sunday, 21 Feb 2021 12:46 PM

Compensation scheme to be announced soon for vaccine recipients suffering side effects 

Vaccination rollout to commence Wednesday, two days earlier than scheduled.

Compensation scheme to be announced soon for vaccine recipients suffering side effects 

Sunday, 21 Feb 2021 12:37 PM

Govt to meet human rights groups to discuss vaccinating migrants

Khairy reiterates promise to inoculate everyone, regardless of visa status, without fear of deportation.

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Govt to meet human rights groups to discuss vaccinating migrants

Sunday, 21 Feb 2021 12:24 PM

Govt to consider vaccinating teachers first

It's a reasonable proposition because school reopens next month, says Khairy.

Govt to consider vaccinating teachers first

Sunday, 21 Feb 2021 12:12 PM

Covid-19 vaccinations to start on Wednesday, says Khairy

Minister says prime minister, health D-G first to receive inoculations after first batch arrives at KLIA.

Covid-19 vaccinations to start on Wednesday, says Khairy


Saturday, 20 Feb 2021 03:04 PM

Bars can’t serve alcohol, says KL police chief

Restaurants are only allowed to offer food.

Bars can’t serve alcohol, says KL police chief

Saturday, 20 Feb 2021 02:19 PM

Brickfields police silent over order to stop serving alcohol in Bangsar

Restaurant owners insist SOP permits sale of beverages under conditional MCO.

Brickfields police silent over order to stop serving alcohol in Bangsar

Friday, 19 Feb 2021 12:02 PM

1-metre distancing rule for diners not science-based, says doctor

Amar Singh says it will not prevent Covid-19 from spreading.

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1-metre distancing rule for diners not science-based, says doctor

Wednesday, 17 Feb 2021 07:00 AM

Malaysian aid to Syria continues despite Covid-19 

No problem getting donations of winter clothes, say aid groups. 

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Malaysian aid to Syria continues despite Covid-19 

Wednesday, 17 Feb 2021 07:00 AM

Orang Asli urge Kelantan govt to come clean on dam project

What the community needs now is clear, reliable information, says spokesman.

Orang Asli urge Kelantan govt to come clean on dam project

Tuesday, 16 Feb 2021 05:34 PM

Lockdown to continue in Selangor, Johor, Penang, KL, says Ismail Sabri

Perlis only state to be under recovery MCO.

Lockdown to continue in Selangor, Johor, Penang, KL, says Ismail Sabri

Monday, 15 Feb 2021 07:30 PM

MCMC blocks Sugarbook website

Ministry brings down shutters on dating app as it reports huge spike in Malaysian membership from hard-up students.

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MCMC blocks Sugarbook website

Sunday, 14 Feb 2021 05:53 PM

Cops to call in Annuar over SOP violation

KL police say a report against minister lodged, investigation paper opened.

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Cops to call in Annuar over SOP violation

Saturday, 13 Feb 2021 07:00 AM

Families of IS fighters stuck in Syria as repatriation efforts stall

The government working to bring home wives and children of Malaysian jihadists.

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Families of IS fighters stuck in Syria as repatriation efforts stall

Monday, 08 Feb 2021 02:21 PM

Create multiple bodies to manage electoral process, urges Bersih 2.0

Election watchdog moots three commissions to oversee clearly defined areas of responsibility.

Create multiple bodies to manage electoral process, urges Bersih 2.0