
MMC Bill 2024: A historic milestone for press freedom, ethics - MPI
The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Bill 2024 represents a monumental leap for Malaysia's media landscape, marking the culmination of more than 50 years of intense dialogue and negotiation
Thu Feb 27 2025

Malaysian Media Council needs to be established immediately - Media associations
The establishment of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) as an independent self-regulatory body involving various industry parties needs to be implemented immediately without further delay.
Sat Nov 02 2024
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[OPINION] The role of accreditation in the registration of medical practitioners
The latest amendments to the Medical Act appear to concentrate powers of recognising providers and programmes as well as qualifications in the MMC without statutory oversight as in the case of GMC.
Mon Jul 22 2024

Medical (Amendments) Bill 2024 tabled for first reading in parliament
The amendments aim to empower MMC to recognise qualifications and specialist training for registering medical practitioners and specialists.
Mon Jul 15 2024

Govt gives assurance on continued protection for media freedom - Fahmi
The government will continue to defend media freedom and this assurance has been given by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, said Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil.
Thu Nov 09 2023

Don't be duped by those claiming to be registered doctors, specialists - MMC
The MMC has advised the public not to be confused or deceived by certain parties claiming to be registered medical practitioners or medical specialists in Malaysia.
Wed Sep 28 2022

MRT Putrajaya line stations incorporate disabled-friendly features - MMC Gamuda
The accessibility designs for all MRT Putrajaya line stations incorporate disabled-friendly features and enhancements.
Fri Jul 22 2022

Who will Syed Mokhtar privatise next?
After months of speculation and anticipation, shareholders approved last week the privatisation of MMC Corp Berhad.
Tue Oct 05 2021

All medical specialisation training conducted in Malaysia need MoHE registration, MQA
All medical specialisation training offered in the country by institutions of higher learning, including partnership or twinning programmes, are required to register with the MoHE.
Thu Jun 24 2021

Medical students must meet minimum requirements to further studies in Egypt
Malaysian citizens who wish to pursue medical studies at seven universities in Egypt must meet the minimum entry requirements set by the Malaysian government.
Thu Jun 24 2021

Investigate allegations of COVID-19 vaccines sold to private groups - MMA
The MMA has urged the relevant authorities including the MMC to conduct a full investigation into the allegations of COVID-19 vaccines being sold by a non-healthcare private company.
Wed Jun 23 2021

267 medical graduates can now register for training placements
A total of 267 medical graduates who have been issued a letter of eligibility to register by the MMC, can now register in the e-Housemen system and make their selection of graduate training placements
Tue Jun 22 2021

MMC represents Malaysia to obtain WFME recognition
Dr Adham said the recognition will put Malaysian medical programmes on par with international standards.
Thu Apr 22 2021

Two-day road closure at Jalan Ipoh from Saturday
The road stretch along Jalan Ipoh (Kepong-bound) near the Masjid Abu Hurairah Mosque, Kampung Batu will be closed from Saturday to Sunday.
Thu Dec 03 2020

COVID-19 vaccine: Concerns of Muslim consumers will be addressed - MOSTI
Ahmad Amzad said MOSTI was also responsible for matters involving vaccines and gave assurance that the MMCA letter would be replied.
Thu Nov 26 2020

Lula reaffirms Brazil's BRICS Presidency to push for multipolar world
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said that Brazil's BRICS presidency will strengthen BRICS' push for a multipolar world and fairer global relations, reported Xinhua.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Malaysia's digital investments hit record RM163.6 billion in 2024
Digital investments in Malaysia hit a record RM163.6 billion in 2024, compared to RM46.8 billion in 2023, driven by a stable government and pro-business policies
Thu Feb 27 2025

MOE, DBP support empowerment of national language in legal field -- Fadhlina
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has assured that Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) will always be prepared to provide the necessary infrastructure for developing new terminologies in the Malay language.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Reuters, AP, Bloomberg warn against limiting White House media access
Reuters, The Associated Press, and Bloomberg News issued a statement on Wednesday warning that limiting the number of wire services with access to the White House
Thu Feb 27 2025

Actor Gene Hackman and wife found dead at home
Gene Hackman, the intense character actor who won two Oscars, has died alongside his wife, pianist Betsy Arakawa, and their dog at home
Thu Feb 27 2025

Industry players call for refinements to Gig Workers Bill
Leading companies in Malaysias gig economy have raised concerns over the draft of the country's upcoming Gig Workers Bill, urging for refinement of key provisions before tabling it at the Parliament
Thu Feb 27 2025

Household debt at RM1.63 trillion at end of 2024, much lower than financial assets -- MOF
The national household debt, which stood at RM1.63 trillion as at end-December 2024 -- equivalent to 84.2 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP)
Thu Feb 27 2025

Govt, BNM continue to strengthen trade and investment mechanisms in local currency
The government and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue to strengthen and improve existing channels and mechanisms to facilitate trade and investment transactions in the local currency.
Thu Feb 27 2025

LRT3 scheduled to begin operation on Sept 30 -- MOT
The Light Rail Transit Line 3 (LRT3) in the Klang Valley is scheduled to start operation on Sept 30, 2025, after the project's hand-over to Prasarana Malaysia Bhd by the turnkey contractor on July 31.
Thu Feb 27 2025

Egypt rejects Israeli proposal for Cairo to administer Gaza
Egypt on rejected on Wednesday any proposal for taking control of the Gaza Strip, after a call by Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid for Cairo to temporarily administer the Palestinian territory
Thu Feb 27 2025