
NSC DG Ahmad Shapawi call it a day
National Sports Council director-general Datuk Ahmad Shapawi Ismail ended his 35-year service with the agency today.
Thu Sep 28 2023

Hanis Nadiah suspended from representing Malaysia at Cambodia SEA Games
Hanis was found guilty of making statements or comments publicly on her social media account that tended to insult, curse or insult others.
Thu Feb 09 2023

Professional athletes also eligible for assistance under Gold Paris programme
National athletes who turn professional will still receive the best support and assistance through the Gold Paris programme in a bid to realise the country's dream of a first Olympic gold medal.
Thu Jan 19 2023

MSN has no power to drop any sport from SUKMA - DG
The National Sports Council (MSN) does not have the authority to drop any sport from the Malaysia Games (SUKMA), says its director-general Datuk Ahmad Shapawi Ismail.
Mon Aug 22 2022

Shapawi hints events reported to be dropped from Sukma XX may still be held
Several events that were recently reported to be dropped from the final list of the 20th Sukma are expected to be held after all.
Sat Aug 20 2022

Late Kok Chi a symbol of everything positive in sports - NSC DG
The late Datuk Sieh Kok Chi was a symbol of all things positive in sports, NSC director-general Datuk Ahmad Shapawi Ismail said.
Wed Jul 20 2022

SEA Games: Malaysia capable of winning over 50 gold medals in Hanoi
It is not impossible for the Malaysian contingent competing in the 31st South East Asian (SEA) Games in Hanoi, Vietnam to win over 50 gold medals and exceed the set target of 36 gold medals.
Sun May 01 2022

NSC restructures athletes' training allowances
The National Sports Council (NSC) is reviewing the allowances of national athletes who have been given new contracts to undergo training programmes this year based on their performance since 2018.
Wed Jan 05 2022

RM10 mln allocation can boost development of para athletes, sports - NSC
The National Sports Council (NSC) is happy that para sports and the para athletes' training programmes have finally been acknowledged through the allocation of RM10 million under Budget 2022.
Fri Oct 29 2021

Zolkples buried at Syed Yahya Muslim Cemetery
The body of former NSC director-general Datuk Seri Zolkples Embong was safely buried at the Syed Yahya Muslim Cemetery here at 10.40 tonight.
Sun Oct 03 2021

Zolkples' passing casts pall of gloom on national sports fraternity
The passing of Zolkples Embong is a huge loss to the country's sports fraternity and will leave a deep impact on every individual who had worked with him.
Sun Oct 03 2021

Tokyo 2020: Reports from coaches, officials coming in - NSC
NSC have started getting reports from coaches and officials involved in the Tokyo Olympics for the purpose of carrying out a post-mortem.
Tue Sep 07 2021

Paralympic heroes Bonnie, Yee Khie arrive home safely
Malaysia's two 2020 Tokyo Paralympic heroes - powerlifters Bonnie Bunyau Gustin and Jong Yee Khie - were given a modest but meaningful reception upon their arrival at the KLIA today.
Tue Aug 31 2021

Malaysian sports community hails Ahmad Faizal's appointment
Newly-appointed Youth and Sports Minister Ahmad Faizal is no stranger to the country's sporting arena as he brings with him not only administrative experience but also a burning passion.
Fri Aug 27 2021

Tokyo 2020: Malaysian contingent must abide by regulations, including daily COVID-19 screening - NSC
The Malaysian contingent to the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games must abide by all regulations stipulated by the organiser, including daily COVID-19 screening.
Thu Apr 29 2021

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025