“So, in terms of cases still showing weak positives, there are only these few. There is still a possibility they could be reinfected but so far we have not had any.”

The four sub-clusters are: 

1. A madrasah in Jerantut, Pahang, with 62 confirmed positive cases; 20 cured
2. A madrasah in Penanti, Penang, with six positive cases; four recovered
3. A madrasah in Sungai Lui, Hulu Langat, Selangor, with 90 positive cases; 67 recovered
4. A madrasah in Jasin, Melaka, with 37 positive cases; one recovered 

There were three deaths reported...

“The minister's forceful statements about proceeding with the development project at Taman Rimba Kiara, which have now been given blanket coverage in the media, appear to be sub judice.”

“Of course we agree in terms of planning but in terms of implementation, there should be a postponement of at least two weeks."

“We do not know who has the virus. My suggestion is that we do not open shop for now, it is the wrong time.”

Why was it hit so badly hit and could its leaders have done anything differently?

Others wondered if a March 23 warning by local migrant workers’ rights group TWC2 had gone unheeded.

“Pkaum heavily oppose the proposal to use the Tiktok application that not only jeopardise the use of language but also make one complacent, and not helpful in forming outstanding and proactive individuals who can become the aspiration of a developed and developing nation like Malaysia.”

The prime minister, 55, who needed oxygen support, was now able to take short walks between periods of rest, as part of his recovery, which his office said was at an early stage.