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New York police arrest man over attack on Asian woman in hate crime case

(Reuters) - Police have arrested a man suspected of attacking an elderly Asian woman in New York City and charged him with felony assault as a hate crime, the police department said. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/new-york-police-arrest-man-over-attack.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195948607537152

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine safe, effective on adolescents in trial, companies say

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE said on Wednesday their COVID-19 vaccine was safe and effective and produced robust antibody responses in 12- to 15-year olds, paving the way for them to seek U.S. emergency use authorization in weeks. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-safe-effective.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195947866144768

Italy expels two Russian officials over "extremely serious" spying case

ROME (Reuters) - Italy has expelled two Russian officials involved in suspected spying, Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio said on Wednesday after summoning the Russian ambassador over the affair. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/italy-expels-two-russian-officials-over.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195946911924224

Russia promises reciprocal response after Italy expels two diplomats -Ifax

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Moscow on Wednesday promised a reciprocal response after Italy said it had expelled two Russian officials over a suspected spying case, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian lawmaker as saying. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/russia-promises-reciprocal-response.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195945763733504

Myanmar pots ring out for CNN crew escorted by army

(Reuters) - People in Myanmar’s main city, Yangon, banged pots and pans on Wednesday in a show of defiance against the ruling junta during a visit to Yangon by a news crew from CNN travelling in a heavily armed convoy. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/myanmar-pots-ring-out-for-cnn-crew.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195944433139712

Macron, Merkel discussed potential Sputnik V vaccine cooperation with Putin

PARIS/MOSCOW (Reuters) -French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed possible cooperation on vaccines with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a joint video conference on Tuesday, Macron’s office and the Kremlin said. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/macron-merkel-discussed-potential.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195943618396160

Putin accuses Ukraine of provoking clashes with pro-Russian separatists amid tensions

MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of provoking armed confrontation with pro-Russian separatists and failing to honour earlier agreements over its wartorn east, the Kremlin said in a readout of a telephone call with France and Germany’s leaders. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/putin-accuses-ukraine-of-provoking.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195942432473088

Chinese scientist says Beijing did share COVID-19 data with investigators

BEIJING (Reuters) - A top Chinese medical expert said on Wednesday there was no factual basis to accusations that China did not share data with international researchers appointed by the World Health Organization to look into the origins of COVID-19. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/chinese-scientist-says-beijing-did.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195941283266560

Investigation begins into how ship got stuck on Suez Canal

ISMAILIA, Egypt (Reuters) -Formal investigations into how the giant container ship Ever Given ran aground in the Suez Canal, shutting down shipping in the major global waterway for almost a week, begin on Wednesday, a canal official told Reuters. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/investigation-begins-into-how-ship-got.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195939228057600

Italy arrests navy captain as suspected spy for passing documents to Russian

ROME (Reuters) -Italian police said on Wednesday they had arrested an Italian navy captain and a Russian diplomat on suspicion of spying after the two were caught swapping documents for money at a clandestine meeting. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/italy-arrests-navy-captain-as-suspected.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195938201518080

India court grants no relief to ByteDance in tax evasion case

MUMBAI (Reuters) - An Indian court on Wednesday granted no immediate relief to China’s ByteDance in a case where the company has challenged the local tax authority’s decision to block its bank accounts in the country. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/india-court-grants-no-relief-to.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195936308822017

Google says 'not up to us' to dictate how news companies spend its $1 billion

(Reuters) - Alphabet Inc’s Google has reached licensing deals with over 600 news outlets around the world and is seeing a “huge increase” in users requesting more content from specific publications as part of a new program, it said on Wednesday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/google-says-not-up-to-us-to-dictate-how.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195934683463680

Netflix targets net-zero carbon footprint by end of 2022

Netflix says it has a plan to hit net zero greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2022, with a big part of the streaming giant’s efforts aimed at operating more eco-friendly film and TV productions. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/netflix-targets-net-zero-carbon.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195933891854336

Child unknowingly tweets from US nuclear command’s account

Some jokingly said the cryptic tweet, “;l;;gmlxzssaw”, was a US nuclear launch code. Others, that the Pentagon had been hacked. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/child-unknowingly-tweets-from-us.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195933654777856

Chip charge: Chinese phone, car, home appliance companies join semiconductor rush

SHANGHAI (Reuters) - Smartphone maker Xiaomi has joined a rush of Chinese tech companies venturing into the semiconductor sector, announcing on Wednesday a new chip to help smartphone cameras process images. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/chip-charge-chinese-phone-car-home.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195933394731008

Exclusive: A billion for every chip-maker who 'makes in India,' sources say

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - India is offering more than $1 billion in cash to each semiconductor company that sets up manufacturing units in the country as it seeks to build on its smartphone assembly industry and strengthen its electronics supply chain, two officials said. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/exclusive-billion-for-every-chip-maker.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195933043539969

Pandemic drives phone, computer ‘right-to-repair’ bills in US

The pandemic has made living without a computer harder than ever. Employees are working remotely, kids are going to school via laptop, and grandparents are visiting with their grandkids on screens. At the same time, the pandemic has made it harder to get broken devices fixed, as many big chain stores have ceased offering on-site repairs. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/pandemic-drives-phone-computer-right-to.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195932765667328

LinkedIn plans to create Clubhouse competitor

LinkedIn launches its own Clubhouse-like audio-based networking feature, as part of its Creator Mode offering which encourages users to share updates and not just resumes on the site. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/linkedin-plans-to-create-clubhouse.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195931896414209

Man in Japan scales six-storey building to steal in-demand Pokemon trading cards worth US$9,000

Thanks to the pandemic and YouTubers, your Pokemon card collection could be worth a lot of money to collectors. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/man-in-japan-scales-six-storey-building.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195931631124480

Ericsson opens lab in Canada to test new 5G tech

STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Ericsson is opening a lab in Ottawa, Canada, to work with customers and partners on new 5G radio access networks (RAN) technologies, the company said on Wednesday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/ericsson-opens-lab-in-canada-to-test.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647195930453491712

U.S.' Blinken calls for global companies to reconsider financial support to Myanmar's military

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday called on international companies to consider cutting ties to enterprises that support Myanmar’s military and he decried its crackdown on anti-coup protesters. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/us-blinken-calls-for-global-companies.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647139277840498688

Germany to restrict use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine - Merkel

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany will restrict the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine to people aged 60 and over and high-priority groups, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Tuesday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/germany-to-restrict-use-of-astrazenecas.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647139277561544704

Slain Boulder officer remembered as selfless in public memorial

LAFAYETTE, Colo. (Reuters) - Hundreds of people lined the streets outside Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado, on a freezing Tuesday morning to pay tribute to a police officer killed in last week’s mass shooting at a grocery store in Boulder. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/slain-boulder-officer-remembered-as.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647139277185204224

Indian gaming firm Nazara's shares jump over 80% in market debut

BENGALURU (Reuters) - Shares of Indian mobile gaming platform Nazara Technologies Ltd surged more than 80% in their market debut on Tuesday, reflecting investor enthusiasm for technology firms in a frenzied period for public listings. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/indian-gaming-firm-nazaras-shares-jump.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647082719446286336

Amazon faces biggest union push in its history

If organisers succeed in Bessemer, where nearly 6,000 people work, it could set off a chain reaction across Amazon’s operations nationwide, with thousands more workers rising up and demanding better working conditions. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/amazon-faces-biggest-union-push-in-its.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647082718095671296

Mafia fugitive tracked down through cooking videos on YouTube

A Mafia fugitive was caught in the Caribbean after appearing on YouTube cooking videos in which he hid his face but inadvertently showed his tattoos, Italian police said on March 29. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/mafia-fugitive-tracked-down-through.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647082717181296640

Tencent super app WeChat beefs up short video-sharing, livestreaming features as it takes on TikTok sister app Douyin

Version 8.0.3 of WeChat has enhanced its short video-sharing and livestreaming functions. WeChat, which had 1.2 billion monthly active users in the December quarter, doubled the video length for its Instagram-style WeChat Moment service. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/tencent-super-app-wechat-beefs-up-short.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647082716226043904

Leaders of 23 countries back pandemic treaty idea for future emergencies

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Leaders of 23 countries and the World Health Organisation on Tuesday backed an idea to create an international treaty that would help the world deal with future health emergencies like the coronavirus pandemic now ravaging the globe. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/leaders-of-23-countries-back-pandemic.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647067546990870528

Nigerians’ appetite for bitcoins grows despite ban

When Nigerian office worker Chigoziri Okeke bought cryptocurrency for the first time in 2016, he was only looking to make an online payment. But the 10% gain on his wallet’s balance after a few days fired up the 27-year-old’s interest. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/nigerians-appetite-for-bitcoins-grows.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647067546377388032

Market for gaming PCs and monitors hits record high in 2020

Shipments of gaming PCs and monitors set new records in 2020, growing 26.8% year-on-year to a total 55 million units. And the trend looks set to continue in the same direction, with shipments forecast to reach up to 72.9 million in 2025. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/market-for-gaming-pcs-and-monitors-hits.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647067544724881408

Earlier jabs for Phase Three

PETALING JAYA: The second phase of the national immunisation programme begins on April 19 and it will involve the elderly, disabled and those with comorbidities. Of the targeted nine million people in Phase Two, two million had registered. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/earlier-jabs-for-phase-three.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056357259919361

Private hospitals may get approval for vaccine procurement

PUTRAJAYA: Private hospitals will be given permission to negotiate with suppliers to purchase Covid-19 vaccines, says National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme Coor­dinating Minister Khairy Jamalud­din. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/private-hospitals-may-get-approval-for.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056356798578688

Thumbs up for speeding up on vaccination drive

PETALING JAYA: The government’s initiative to allow economic frontliners and those in Phase Three to be vaccinated earlier than expected is welcomed by health experts as well as consumer and business groups. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/thumbs-up-for-speeding-up-on.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056356010065920

PM: Everyone is a frontliner

PETALING JAYA: A “whole-of-society” approach will be implemented in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, says Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/pm-everyone-is-frontliner.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056355108306944

King calls on Malaysians to participate in vaccination plan

PETALING JAYA: The King has called on Malaysians to discharge their responsibility of protecting themselves through the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/king-calls-on-malaysians-to-participate.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056354053390336

Hajiji: Sabah tourism players should reset strategies

KOTA KINABALU: The Covid-19 pandemic is an opportunity for the tourism industry to reset strategies to thrive moving forward after the recovery phase, says Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/hajiji-sabah-tourism-players-should.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056353441054720

Perak aims to lift B40 group from poverty line

IPOH: Reducing B40 figures in Perak is among the targets set by the state government in its 2030 Perak Sejahtera Development Plan, says Mentri Besar Datuk Saarani Mohamad. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/perak-aims-to-lift-b40-group-from.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056352786710528

Covid-19 cases traced back to wedding feasts

KOTA BARU: Wedding feasts held without a police permit and standard operating procedure are behind the rise of Covid-19 cases in Kelantan. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/covid-19-cases-traced-back-to-wedding.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056352196313088

11th hour plea for extension

PETALING JAYA: With just 24 hours left until the deadline to screen foreign workers for Covid-19, a number of employers are pleading for another month-long extension to get the job done. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/11th-hour-plea-for-extension.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056351749636096

Cases finally below 1,000

PETALING JAYA: The country’s daily Covid-19 figures finally dipped below the 1,000-mark for the first time in months. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/cases-finally-below-1000.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056350832181248

Exclusive: U.N. team finds Houthis launched Aden airport attack that killed 22 - diplomats

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - An investigation by a U.N. team of experts found Yemen’s Houthis were responsible for a Dec. 30 attack on Aden airport that killed at least 22 people as members of the country’s internationally recognized government arrived, two diplomats familiar with the matter said on Monday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/exclusive-un-team-finds-houthis.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056350305779712

North Korean leader's sister slams South Korea's Moon for criticism of recent missile test - KCNA

SEOUL (Reuters) - Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, slammed South Korea’s president for calling the North’s recent missile test “concerning” and suggesting Seoul, Pyongyang and Washington should not create hurdles for talks, state media KCNA reported on Tuesday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/north-korean-leaders-sister-slams-south.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056349496279040

All members of South Africa's ANC charged with corruption must step aside or face suspension - Ramaphosa

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - All members of South Africa’s governing African National Congress (ANC) party who have been charged with corruption or other serious crimes must step aside within 30 days, or else face suspension, President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Monday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/all-members-of-south-africas-anc.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056347565883392

Arkansas legislature votes to ban hormone transition care for transgender youth

(Reuters) -Arkansas lawmakers passed a measure on Monday that could make the state the first in the country to prevent doctors from providing certain types of care to transgender youth, part of a wave of U.S legislation that would restrict transgender rights. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/arkansas-legislature-votes-to-ban.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056347240742913

Yellen, France's Le Maire underscore importance of reaching deal in OECD tax talks

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen spoke on Monday with French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire about the importance of working together toward a solution in the ongoing OECD discussions on international taxation, the Treasury said in a statement. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/yellen-frances-le-maire-underscore.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056346936655872

Soon, Google Assistant could commit anything and everything to Memory

Google Assistant is reportedly getting ready to launch a major new feature called Memory. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/soon-google-assistant-could-commit.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/647056346481590272

One dead in fire that razed five wooden houses

SIBU: One person was burned to death in an early morning fire on Monday (March 29) which destroyed five wooden houses in Lane 13, Jalan Tiong Hua. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/one-dead-in-fire-that-razed-five-wooden.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980766131208192

‘Adopt a healthy diet and exercise’

PETALING JAYA: It is a common health condition that is estimated to affect about 38% of Malaysian adults. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/adopt-healthy-diet-and-exercise.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980765404561408

Firm no to Bersatu tie-up

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno is standing firm in rejecting any tie-up with Perikatan Nasional in the next ­general election, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/firm-no-to-bersatu-tie-up.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980764700966912

Singaporean sticks with M’sian partner till death

JOHOR BARU: Even up to her dying breath, a 74-year-old Singaporean woman staying here refused to return to the island-republic as it meant that she would have had to part with her partner of more than 40 years. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/singaporean-sticks-with-msian-partner.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980763238252544

Local chemist in Johor’s own ‘Breaking Bad’ story arrested

JOHOR BARU: Not unlike the fictional character Walter White from the American hit crime series Breaking Bad, a local chemist here has allegedly been using his knowledge to process and then sell illicit drugs. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/local-chemist-in-johors-own-breaking.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980762778861568

JPJ to use advocacy on issue of motorbike exhausts

KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will take an advocacy approach in its enforcement against loud motorcycle exhausts, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/jpj-to-use-advocacy-on-issue-of.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980761903316992

Sarawak logs the most new infections, followed by Selangor

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia continues to record over 1,000 new Covid-19 infections, with Sarawak logging the highest number of new cases. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/sarawak-logs-most-new-infections.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980761498664961

Experts: Lifestyle changes can help treat and prevent dyslipidaemia

PETALING JAYA: While there are genetic factors involved in whether someone develops it, diet and lifestyle changes can help treat and prevent dyslipidaemia – an abnormal amount of lipids (fatty substances) in the blood. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/experts-lifestyle-changes-can-help.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980760326258688

Leaders: Barisan to roll up sleeves for challenges ahead

KUALA LUMPUR: Barisan Nasional has a tough journey ahead in regaining the public’s confidence, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/leaders-barisan-to-roll-up-sleeves-for.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980759705567232

Australian PM Morrison's approval rating falls to lowest in a year

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s approval ratings fell to the lowest level in a year as his conservative government struggles to contain a backlash over allegations of mistreatment of female MPs and staff, a poll showed on Monday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/australian-pm-morrisons-approval-rating.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980758243770368

Quit your govt positions, Ku Li tells Umno leaders

KUALA LUMPUR: All Umno ministers, deputy ministers and those who have been appointed heads of government-linked companies (GLCs) must resign from their posts immediately following the party’s decision to cut ties with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, says Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/quit-your-govt-positions-ku-li-tells.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980758828974080

Saudi Crown Prince discusses Green Initiative with Arab leaders

(Corrects day in first paragraph) Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/saudi-crown-prince-discusses-green.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980757753069568

Canada charges man for murder after fatal stabbing at North Vancouver library

OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canadian authorities charged a suspect with murder in the fatal stabbing of a woman and the wounding of six others in an early afternoon attack at a library in a Vancouver suburb on Saturday, police said. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/canada-charges-man-for-murder-after.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980756938342400

Birx says COVID death toll in U.S. would have been mitigated with earlier action

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Dr. Deborah Birx, who coordinated the White House coronavirus task force under President Donald Trump, believes the COVID-19 death toll in the United States would have been substantially lower if the government had responded more effectively. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/birx-says-covid-death-toll-in-us-would.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980756158169088

This backpack could help the visually impaired walk alone in the street

A team of researchers at Intel has developed a concept that allows a visually impaired person to move around the street alone, without the assistance of a dog or a cane. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/this-backpack-could-help-visually.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980755798556672

You’ll soon be able to save your stories in draft on Instagram

Instagrammers are going to be delighted. The social network has just announced the possibility to postpone the publication of one’s story by saving it as a draft. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/youll-soon-be-able-to-save-your-stories.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980754638798848

The dreaded mouse arm

Mouse arm isn’t what Micky Mouse has, but it’s a good try: It’s a nicer way to describe a repetitive strain injury that can happen to the hand you use to click and scroll around on the computer all day. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/the-dreaded-mouse-arm.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646980753876549632

Repair may take two weeks

KUALA LUMPUR: The removal of the gantry crane structure and repairs at the Sungai Besi-Ulu Kelang Elevated Expressway (SUKE) construction site accident in Cheras here are expected to take two weeks, says Projek Lintasan Kota Holdings Sdn Bhd (Prolintas). Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/repair-may-take-two-weeks.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965709682900992

Five killed, one hurt as helicopter crashes at Alaska glacier

ANCHORAGE (Reuters) - Five people were killed and one injured in a helicopter crash at a glacier near Anchorage, Alaska State Troopers said on Sunday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/five-killed-one-hurt-as-helicopter.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965709208944640

North Korea accuses U.N. Security Council of 'double standard' over missile tests

SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea said on Monday that the U.N. Security Council showed a double standard as its sanctions committee criticised the country’s recent missile test as a violation of U.N. resolutions. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/north-korea-accuses-un-security-council.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965708519030784

Teen girls charged in Washington, D.C., carjacking that killed Pakistani food deliverer

(Reuters) - Two girls, ages 13 and 15, were charged with the murder and carjacking of a Pakistani immigrant killed last week while working at his job delivering food in Washington, D.C., in an incident a bystander captured on video. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/teen-girls-charged-in-washington-dc.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965707467309056

Merkel presses German states to get tough with COVID curbs

BERLIN (Reuters) -Chancellor Angela Merkel pressed Germany’s states on Sunday to step up efforts to curb rapidly rising coronavirus infections, and raised the possibility of introducing curfews to try to get a third wave under control. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/merkel-presses-german-states-to-get.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965707088789504

WFH: Putting tech to work

Working from home can become a pain in the neck, literally, but it doesn’t have to be with the right technology and techniques. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/wfh-putting-tech-to-work.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646965706439671808

Muafakat Nasional will pave the way for Umno and Barisan to lead again, says Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Muafakat Nasional will open the door for Umno and Barisan Nasional to lead again, says Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/muafakat-nasional-will-pave-way-for.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886398267457536

Umno to stick with Barisan in next GE, says Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno will stick with Barisan Nasional in the next general election, says its president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, and the party’s stand not to cooperate with Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim or DAP remains. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/umno-to-stick-with-barisan-in-next-ge.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886396620144640

Umno remains largest party in the country, says Ahmad Maslan

KUALA LUMPUR: Party membership for Umno remained high even after the 14th General Election, with more than 120,000 people joining the party since then. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/umno-remains-largest-party-in-country.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886395060895744

Man feared drowned while bathing in Sungai Petuang, Tasik Kenyir

HULU TERENGGANU (Bernama): A man is feared to have drowned while bathing in Sungai Petuang, Tasik Kenyir, on Saturday (March 27). Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/man-feared-drowned-while-bathing-in.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886394571243520

Second day of Umno general assembly kicks off with raising of 'Sang Saka Bangsa'

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno’s flag “Sang Saka Bangsa” was hoisted the party’s general assembly to mark its opening on Sunday (March 28) morning. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/second-day-of-umno-general-assembly.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886393958825984

Zahid's critic Tun Faisal suspended from Umno for six years

KUALA LUMPUR: Putrajaya Umno deputy chief Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz has been suspended from the party for six years. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/zahids-critic-tun-faisal-suspended-from.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886393712410624

WFH to be the new norm

PETALING JAYA: Work from home (WFH) culture in Malaysia is set to stay even after the Covid-19 pandemic, with the government proposing changes to employment law to support it. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/wfh-to-be-new-norm.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886393451282432

Govt not afraid to lower voting age

PAGOH: The Perikatan Nasional government is not afraid over the lowering of the minimum voting age to 18 and wants the Election Commission (EC) to hasten the implementation process on automatic voter registration (AVR). Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/govt-not-afraid-to-lower-voting-age.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886392592482304

Decision on interstate travel for Raya to be announced soon

MUAR: The government will decide soon on whether to allow interstate travel during the Hari Raya celebrations, says Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/decision-on-interstate-travel-for-raya.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886392313544704

JPJ: Vehicle modifications can cause accidents

KUALA LUMPUR: Some vehicle owners, whose hobby and passion is modifying their vehicles, are willing to disregard the law despite being aware of the dangers, including causing road accidents, says the Road Transport Department (JPJ). Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/jpj-vehicle-modifications-can-cause.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886391529324544

Myanmar mourns bloodiest day since coup, UN investigator condemns "mass murder"

(Reuters) - Across Myanmar, opponents of the ruling junta on Sunday mourned the killings of at least 114 people by security forces in the bloodiest day since the military coup on Feb. 1, but vowed to keep protesting to end army rule. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/myanmar-mourns-bloodiest-day-since-coup.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886391119282176

Exclusive: Top military officers from U.S., allies to condemn violence by Myanmar security forces

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The top military officer from the United States and nearly a dozen of his counterparts are set to condemn on Saturday the deadly use of force by Myanmar’s security forces and say the country’s military has lost credibility with its people. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/exclusive-top-military-officers-from-us.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886390226993152

Japan to issue digital vaccine passport - Nikkei

(Reuters) - Japan is set to issue digital health certificates to citizens who have been vaccinated against COVID-19, joining China, the EU and other countries that have adopted similar measures aimed at opening up overseas travel, the Nikkei reported https://s.nikkei.com/3stfAX6 on Saturday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/japan-to-issue-digital-vaccine-passport.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886389097676800

One dead, five wounded in stabbing at Vancouver library, suspect in custody

NORTH VANCOUVER, Canada (Reuters) -One woman was killed and five others were wounded in a stabbing at a public library located near a busy shopping area of a Vancouver suburb on Saturday, and police said they had the lone suspect in custody. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/one-dead-five-wounded-in-stabbing-at.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886387630653440

Germany must suppress virus now or risk losing control, Merkel aide says

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany must bring down coronavirus infections in the next few weeks or risk new virus mutations that are resistant to vaccines, and should impose night-time curfews in regions with high caseloads, said a top aide to Chancellor Angela Merkel. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/germany-must-suppress-virus-now-or-risk.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886385973870592

Support for Merkel's party falls further in poll, Greens closing in

BERLIN (Reuters) - Support for German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party has fallen further, a poll released on Sunday indicated, with the ecologist Greens closing in to just two points behind them ahead of a national election September. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/support-for-merkels-party-falls-further.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886384471326720

French COVID-19 patient numbers rise again, adding to pressure for new lockdown

PARIS (Reuters) - The number of patients with coronavirus in French intensive care units rose on Saturday to a new high for this year, increasing the pressure to impose new restrictions that President Emmanuel Macron says will probably be needed. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/french-covid-19-patient-numbers-rise.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886382988673024

Saudi Arabia sees fields of green with major tree-planting drive

DUBAI (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia aims to plant 10 billion trees in the coming decades as part of an ambitious campaign unveiled by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Saturday to reduce carbon emissions and combat pollution and land degradation. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/saudi-arabia-sees-fields-of-green-with.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886381869793280

Amazon delivery drivers scoff at company's claim that workers don't urinate in bottles

On social media and in interviews, drivers delivering Amazon packages said the company’s claim was out of touch with their reality. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/amazon-delivery-drivers-scoff-at.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886380852690944

Mute annoying posts and other expert advice on common social media dilemmas

Experts say if you wouldn’t say it to someone in real life, don’t say it online. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/mute-annoying-posts-and-other-expert.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646886379194925056

Umno fighting for ummah, Malay unity for years, says Mohamad Hasan

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno has been fighting for the unity of the ummah and Malays for years, says party deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/umno-fighting-for-ummah-malay-unity-for.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803316984233984

MyBayar Saman app up and running again

PETALING JAYA: The MyBayar Saman application is up and running again, says the Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/mybayar-saman-app-up-and-running-again.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803316342423552

Tok Mat: Umno not willing to play second fiddle to other parties

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno is not willing to play second fiddle to any party that wants to work with it, says deputy president Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/tok-mat-umno-not-willing-to-play-second.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803315280248832

Myanmar's junta says will strive for democracy after warning anti-coup protesters

(Reuters) - The leader of Myanmar’s ruling junta said on Saturday that the military will protect the people and strive for democracy, as protesters called for a huge show of defiance against last month’s coup despite warnings they risked being shot. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/myanmars-junta-says-will-strive-for.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803313867767808

Digital tools for remote collaboration

Just because you’re working remotely doesn’t mean one has to work alone. These digital tools make collaboration easy even when apart. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/digital-tools-for-remote-collaboration.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803312805625857

Neymar joins ‘Fortnite’ as video game universe expands

Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/neymar-joins-fortnite-as-video-game.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803312073670656

’Endzone - A World Apart’: Rebuilding society after nuclear disaster

City building at the end of the world: Endzone - A World Apart challenges players to rebuild civilisation 150 years after nuclear fall out takes out most of it. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/endzone-world-apart-rebuilding-society.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646803311161475072

IGP: Three men had plotted to kill Dr Mahathir, ministers last year

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of two Malaysians and an Indonesian had plotted to kill former premier Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and a few ministers last year, says Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/igp-three-men-had-plotted-to-kill-dr.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795763325730816

Umno's three wings begin meetings on Saturday (March 27)

KUALA LUMPUR: The three UMNO wings - Wanita, Youth and Puteri - will hold their meetings on Saturday (March 27) in conjunction with the Umno General Assembly 2020 at the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) here. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/umnos-three-wings-begin-meetings-on.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795762380980224

INTERACTIVE - Can Malaysia escape the middle-income trap?

What do we need to do to reach a high-income economy status? Find out here. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/interactive-can-malaysia-escape-middle.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795761139548160

Lessons from the East

There are many examples of economies that have managed to break through the middle-income trap which Malaysia can emulate, experts said. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/lessons-from-east.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795760324771840

POLITICS: Umno's thorny Bersatu problem

Today’s two-day Umno’s annual general assembly (AGM) will decide whether it will sever ties with its political twin - Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/politics-umnos-thorny-bersatu-problem.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795759987179520

Umno Youth to take legal action if EC doesn’t step up

PETALING JAYA: Umno Youth has threatened to take the Election Commission (EC) to court if it does not retract its statement and put into place the necessary steps to start registering youths aged between 18 and 20 as voters. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/umno-youth-to-take-legal-action-if-ec.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795759035072512

Johor to up vaccine numbers by roping in all departments

PONTIAN: With only 27% of people in Johor having registered for the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme through the MySejahtera app, the state government wants to rope in all its departments and agencies to raise the number. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/johor-to-up-vaccine-numbers-by-roping.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795758367129600

Keeping it below the 2,000-mark for 20th straight day

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia recorded fewer than 2,000 new Covid-19 daily cases for the 20th day in a row, with 1,275 new cases and one fatality reported yesterday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/keeping-it-below-2000-mark-for-20th.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795757306953728

Slow recovery for once busiest market in Penang

GEORGE TOWN: It has been more than a year since Covid-19 reared its ugly head, but the Ayer Itam market has never fully recovered and the once busiest market in Penang is no longer as bustling as it was once before. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/slow-recovery-for-once-busiest-market.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795756617007104

North Korea says Biden administration took wrong first step over latest missile test

SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea said on Saturday that the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden had taken a wrong first step and revealed “deep-seated hostility” by criticizing its self-defensive missile test. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/north-korea-says-biden-administration.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795754773544960

‘Standing bed’ for kids with disabilities wins for innovation

PUTRAJAYA: A desire to facilitate kids with physical and mental disabilities in physiotherapy has spurred a group of staffers from Tengku Anis Hospital in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan, to develop a standing bed. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/standing-bed-for-kids-with-disabilities.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795755406966784

Biden says Xi, Putin welcome at climate summit April 22

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States has invited the leaders of China and Russia to participate in a global summit on climate change in April, U.S. President Joe Biden said on Friday. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/biden-says-xi-putin-welcome-at-climate.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795753709355008

Spotify’s desktop app now lets you download playlists to your device

Spotify now allows users to download playlists to their computer using its desktop programme for repeat listens offline, in a move that may reduce its impact on internet bandwidth and carbon footprint. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/spotifys-desktop-app-now-lets-you.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795752987820032

"Abstract Composition" by Vladimir Baranoff-Rossiné is up for auction on Mintable with an accompanying NFT.

The family of Ukrainian painter Wladimir Baranov-Rossiné is selling his works through digital auction, riding on the craze for NFTs. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/abstract-composition-by-vladimir.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795752016904192

German are facing a different type of scam during the pandemic: fax spam

Germans are struggling with perhaps the quaintest of technological problems during the pandemic: fax spam, with authorities receiving more than 4,000 complaints over cases of coronavirus fax spam since Dec. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/german-are-facing-different-type-of.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795750999801856

Amazon's social media team bares its teeth in Washington

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Amazon.com’s social media team bared its teeth this week to go after two big critics in Congress: Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/amazons-social-media-team-bares-its.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646795749774999552

Tech’s hottest job title in 2021? ‘Head of remote work’

Remote work is here to stay. Post-pandemic, many companies will let employees work remotely some or all of the time. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/techs-hottest-job-title-in-2021-head-of_26.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705154165522432

Australians take stock of flood damages as clean up efforts accelerate

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian authorities accelerated recovery efforts and cancelled more than a dozen flood evacuation warnings on Friday as water levels that have caused widespread damage across the country’s east receded. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/australians-take-stock-of-flood-damages.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705153802698752

Brazil hits record 100,000 coronavirus cases in a day, piling pressure on Bolsonaro

RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) - Brazil on Thursday registered a record 100,158 new coronavirus cases within 24 hours, the Health Ministry said, underlining the scale of a snowballing outbreak that is becoming a major political crisis for President Jair Bolsonaro. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/brazil-hits-record-100000-coronavirus.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705152782483456

North Korea says it tested new 'tactical guided projectile' on Thursday - KCNA

SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea launched a “newly developed new-type tactical guided projectile” on Thursday, state news agency KCNA reported on Friday, as the United States condemned the launches and warned of a threat to international peace and security. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/north-korea-says-it-tested-new-tactical.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705152180535296

Cyprus mosque defaced on bicentennial of Greek uprising from Ottoman rule

NICOSIA (Reuters) - Vandals defaced the facade of a mosque in ethnically split Cyprus on Thursday, daubing it with Greek flags and slogans and drawing a harsh condemnation from authorities. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/cyprus-mosque-defaced-on-bicentennial.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705151287099392

EU leaders make good on trade promises with Turkey, but threaten sanctions

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders made good on Thursday on a 2016 promise to deepen trade ties with Turkey, but also warned Ankara to expect sanctions if it restarts exploration over disputed hydrocarbons in the eastern Mediterranean. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/eu-leaders-make-good-on-trade-promises.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705151001886720

Tech’s hottest job title in 2021? ‘Head of remote work’

Remote work is here to stay. Post-pandemic, many companies will let employees work remotely some or all of the time. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/techs-hottest-job-title-in-2021-head-of.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705150619156480

Trust no one becomes cyber mantra after massive hacking attacks

Researcher John Kindervag published a paper about a decade ago that argued administrators of sensitive computer networks shouldn’t trust anyone on their networks, regardless of their title. Read full story source https://thetheoritical.blogspot.com/2021/03/trust-no-one-becomes-cyber-mantra-after.html from Tumblr https://nerocael.tumblr.com/post/646705150025777152