
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

Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025

UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force
US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025

PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025

Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025
The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1
Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea
The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

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