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Malaysia reports 589 new coronavirus cases, 3 deaths

  • The Southeast Asian country, which has imposed targeted lockdowns this month to rein in a new surge in infections, also recorded three deaths, bringing total fatalities to 170.
Published October 15, 2020 Updated October 15, 2020 05:54pm
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KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia reported 589 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, raising its cumulative tally of infections to 18,129, the health ministry said.

The Southeast Asian country, which has imposed targeted lockdowns this month to rein in a new surge in infections, also recorded three deaths, bringing total fatalities to 170.