Wearing of face masks on public transport, in hospitals not compulsory from July 5
Under the revised SOP only COVID-19 positive individuals and those handling them are required to wear face masks in healthcare facilities.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Singapore's PM Lee COVID-19 positive again
Lee Hsien Loong noted that his "doctors say it is a COVID rebound which happens in 5-10 per cent of cases."
Thu Jun 01 2023
COVID-19 positive voters must report to MySejahtera, get voting guidelines
COVID-positive voters will be accompanied by the MOH official up the voting room, so they will not have to queue with other voters.
Thu Nov 17 2022
No special lane for COVID-19 positive voters - Khairy
No special lane will be allocated for COVID-19 positive individuals to vote in the GE15 but they must wear face masks, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Wed Nov 16 2022
COVID-19 positive voters must wear face masks Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said voters who tested positive for COVID-19 are also not allowed to ride in public vehicles, including e-hailing.
Mon Nov 14 2022
MOH proposes two voting methods for COVID-19 patients
The MOH has proposed two possible ways to the Election Commission (EC) to allow COVID-19 positive individuals to vote in the GE15.
Sat Oct 29 2022
GE15: Non-critical COVID-19 positive individuals can vote - Health DG
There will be special channels for them (those with COVID-19), they will not be mingling with the rest, Dr Noor Hisham said.
Thu Oct 13 2022
Witness still COVID-19 positive, Ahmad Zahid's corruption trial postponed
The court postponed today's trial and fixed August 10 to 12 to continue the hearing.
Fri Jul 29 2022
COVID: 78 fully recovered Malaysian haj pilgrims now safely in Holy Land
Most Malaysian haj pilgrims who tested positive for COVID-19 before leaving for the Holy Land have fully recovered, and are now joining other pilgrims to perform the fifth pillar of Islam.
Wed Jun 22 2022
Individuals undergoing HSO can be released on fourth day if confirmed negative - Khairy
COVID-19 positive individuals who are undergoing HSO order can be released on the fourth day if confirmed negative through COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (RTK-Ag) supervised by a medical practitioner.
Wed Apr 27 2022
COVID: King, Queen undergoing self-quarantine at Istana Negara
Their Majesties are undergoing self-quarantine at Istana Negara after being confirmed positive for COVID-19.
Sat Apr 02 2022
Speaker, deputy speaker positive for COVID-19, NS state assembly sitting postponed
The Negeri Sembilan State Assembly scheduled to start today has been postponed after the Speaker and his deputy tested positive for COVID-19.
Mon Mar 21 2022
GE15: MOH, EC to discuss safe protocol for COVID-19 positive voters
The MOH is discussing with the EC to develop a safe protocol for COVID-19 positive voters to cast their ballots in GE15, said its minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Mon Mar 21 2022
COVID-19 positive woman compounded for turning up at polling centre
A woman was today compounded for going to cast her vote at Dewan Kampung Melayu, Johor Bahru despite being COVID-19 positive.
Sat Mar 12 2022
MOH denies issuing order to provide voting channels for COVID-19 cases
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has denied that it issued a directive on the provision of voting channels in the Johor election for those who are COVID-19 positive as viral on social media.
Fri Mar 11 2022
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024