Malaysia makes mask wearing mandatory

13 Sept 12:19 Key points summarised by AI

Malaysia mandates face mask usage in public spaces starting August 1st to curb the re-emergence of Covid-19 infections.
Non-compliance with the new rule, which was announced after a rise in cases post-lockdown easing, will result in a fine of up to RM1,000.

Detained Suu Kyi receives UK royal package: Myanmar govt

Today 03:08 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's detained Nobel laureate, Aung San Suu Kyi, received a package from Britain's King Charles III, which included two gardening books, a sealed envelope, and diplomatic communication.
The event marked the first release of images of Suu Kyi in two months and saw Myanmar authorities describe her as a "special female prisoner" for the first time.
Suu Kyi, who was deposed in a 2021 military coup that triggered an ongoing civil war, remains under house arrest on charges that rights groups contend are politically motivated.