<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>MOSCOW (Nov&nbsp;8): Symptoms of the new Covid-19 strain PJ.2.1 may be similar to those of a cold or flu, and testing is necessary, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, reported <em>Sputnik/RIA Novosti</em>.</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>“Symptoms of Covid-19, influenza and other respiratory infections can overlap. Therefore, based on symptoms alone, it is impossible to determine with certainty which respiratory virus caused the infection,”&nbsp;the WHO said.</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>Testing may be required in cases where establishing the cause of the illness could affect treatment decisions or public health decision-making, the organisation noted.</p></div><div class=inPageAd id=div-gpt-ad-inpage></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>The WHO’s Russian office earlier said&nbsp;that the risk of the new coronavirus strain PJ.2.1 spreading globally was increasing.</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>The WHO also noted that it was closely monitoring the spread of the new strain.</p></div>

<div class=newsTextDataWrapInner><p>On Saturday (Nov 7), Doctor of Medical Sciences, infectious disease specialist and virologist Elena Malinnikova said that a severe sore throat and a longer period of fatigue following illness could distinguish the new coronavirus strain PJ.2.1 from other variants.</p></div>

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MOSCOW (Nov 8): Symptoms of the new Covid-19 strain PJ.2.1 may be similar to those of a cold or flu, and testing is necessary, the World Health Organization (WHO) said, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.

New Covid-19 strain PJ.2.1 may mimic cold or flu symptoms — WHO

KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 8): Alliance for a Safe Community has called for a comprehensive overhaul of Kuala Lumpur’s drainage and flood mitigation systems to address recurring flash floods after just an hour or slightly more of heavy rain.

Overhaul KL drainage to tackle flash floods — Lee Lam Thye

(Nov 8): Stockland Corp has abandoned plans for a Sydney data centre following community backlash, in another sign of growing opposition to artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Stockland scraps Sydney data centre plans after local backlash

SEREMBAN (Nov 8): The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly will not be allowed to dissolve, and efforts will be made to ensure that its sitting takes place as scheduled, said Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim.

No question of Negeri Sembilan state assembly being dissolved, says MB

PUTRAJAYA (Nov 8): Federal Territories Amanah wants the opportunity to contest the Putrajaya parliamentary seat in the 16th General Election (GE16), while also targeting Titiwangsa and Labuan.

Amanah seeks to contest Putrajaya, Titiwangsa, Labuan in GE16

PUTRAJAYA (Nov 8): Claims that the signing of the Confidence and Supply Agreement (CSA) between the government and the opposition involved bribery or corruption are unfounded but instead  it was intended to ensure political stability and to continue the institutional reform agenda.

Mujahid: Claim that CSA contains elements of corruption unfounded

(Nov 8): The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis said it intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by the Iran-aligned group towards Riyadh on Sunday, after loud booms were heard in the Saudi capital.

Saudi-led coalition intercepts two Houthi missiles fired towards Riyadh

KRAKOW (Nov 7): A Polish gunman likely influenced by far-right ideology killed six people in the main square of the southern city of Krakow before police shot and arrested him, officials said on Saturday, adding that three more bodies were found in his home.

Poland in shock after six die in Krakow mass shooting

KULAI (Nov 8): The public must improve their digital literacy as the first line of defence against increasingly complex cyber threats, including online scams, the spread of malware and the misuse of artificial intelligence technology, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching.

Better digital literacy needed to combat cyber threats — Teo

(Nov 8): China is expected to invest US$940 billion in energy in 2026, the most by any country, according to the Global Energy Transition Report 2026 released by the China Enterprise Reform and Development Society, China Central Television reported Sunday.

China set to lead world in energy investment in 2026, CCTV says

<p>PUTRAJAYA (Nov 8): The Ministry of Health (MOH) is awaiting laboratory analysis results and will conduct follow-up inspections at the Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn Bhd factory to verify compliance with the Food Act 1983 following complaints of alleged food poisoning involving the company's products.</p>


MOH awaits lab analysis results of Gardenia products

<p>As HNG Capital observes its 50th anniversary, siblings Datuk Sean H’ng Chun Hsiang and Datin Seri Jessica H’ng Hsieh Ling — group CEO and group CFO&nbsp;respectively — represent&nbsp;a new generation of Malaysian leaders who see legacy as something to continuously reinvent rather than merely protect.</p>


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<p>(Nov 8): Kaiser Ng, the chief financial officer at Binance Holdings Ltd, the world’s largest crypto exchange, is leaving, the company announced just days after hackers stole more than US$6 billion in cryptocurrency from the platform.</p>


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<p>In <em>City &amp; Country</em>'s Nov 9 cover story, we look into the progress of Warisan KL, an ambitious national initiative. Launched in May last year by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the initiative aims to rejuvenate and revitalise some of the most historically significant landmarks in Kuala Lumpur.&nbsp;</p>


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<p>WASHINGTON (Nov 7):&nbsp; US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he had asked mixed martial arts promoter Dana White to serve as White House press secretary and called on him to bring some fighters along as assistants "even though some are not from our country."</p>


Trump says he wants UFC chief Dana White for White House press secretary

<p>(Nov 8): Selling billions of dollars of corporate bonds on Election Day seemed like a real gamble.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>TOKYO (Nov 8): An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.7 struck central Japan early Sunday, injuring at least 20 people in Aichi Prefecture, <em>Kyodo News</em> reported, citing authorities.</p>


Magnitude 5.7 quake strikes central Japan, leaving at least 20 injured

<p>KULAI (Nov 8): The public must improve their digital literacy as the first line of defence against increasingly complex cyber threats, including online scams, the spread of malware and the misuse of artificial intelligence technology, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching.</p>


<p>KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 7): The Deepavali celebration&nbsp;should serve as a platform to strengthen unity, bridge gaps between communities and foster values of compassion and concern for those in need.</p>


Anwar extends Deepavali greetings, calls for stronger national unity

<p>(Nov 8): China is expected to invest US$940 billion in energy in 2026, the most by any country, according to the <em>Global Energy Transition Report 2026 </em>released by the China Enterprise Reform and Development Society, <em>China Central Television</em> reported Sunday.</p>


<p>Brazil has an unfortunate habit of disappointing. Despite the country’s exceptional natural-resource endowment, its growth trajectory resembles what Brazilians call the flight of a chicken (voo de galinha): a brief flutter followed by an inevitable fall back down to Earth. President Luiz Inácio L...

The New Global Economy: Another Crash Landing for Brazil’s Economy?

<p>(Nov 8): The Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen's Houthis said it intercepted and destroyed two ballistic missiles fired by the Iran-aligned group towards Riyadh on Sunday, after loud booms were heard in the Saudi capital.</p>


<p>KRAKOW (Nov 7): A Polish gunman likely influenced by far-right ideology killed six people in the main square of the southern city of Krakow before police shot and arrested him, officials said on Saturday, adding that three more bodies were found in his home.</p>


<p>Large, growing budget deficits and rising public debt-to-GDP ratios in advanced economies are rattling markets. With interest rates on government debt having gone from near zero (and even negative, in some cases) to much higher levels, rising short- and long-term bond yields have cast doubt on th...

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<p>KUALA LUMPUR (Nov 8):&nbsp;A festive mood filled towns and cities across the country as Hindus ushered in Deepavali on Sunday with prayers, temple visits, family reunions and gatherings with friends and neighbours.</p>


Hindus across Malaysia celebrate Deepavali with prayers, family reunions

<p>MELAKA (Nov 8): Barisan Nasional (BN) must provide detailed evidence to support its claim that it had fulfilled 97% of the promises in its manifesto for the 15th Melaka State Election in 2021, said Melaka Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Adly Zahari.</p>


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<p>(Nov 8): Australian home sales and auction clearance rates climbed, offering hopes of a recovery for a property market that has slumped as interest rates rose this year.</p>


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<p>MELAKA (Nov 8): State governments must work in tandem with the federal government to ensure that development plans and policies are implemented effectively, thereby bringing greater benefits to the people, said PKR Youth chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim.</p>


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<p>(Nov 8):&nbsp;China set a quota of 2,360 delegates for the Communist Party’s 21st national congress in 2027, 60 more than for the previous gathering, <em>Xinhua News Agency</em> reported Sunday, citing the party’s Organization Department.</p>


China raises delegate count to 2,360 for 2027 party congress

<p>PUTRAJAYA (Nov 8): Claims that the signing of the Confidence and Supply Agreement (CSA) between the government and the opposition involved bribery or corruption are unfounded but instead&nbsp; it was intended to ensure political stability and to continue the institutional reform agenda.</p>
