
Only qualified medical practitioners can diagnose mental health disorders - Lukanisman
Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni says these practitioners included psychiatrists specialising in mental health.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Historical researcher revives nearly extinct Malay chess game
Over six years of field research, Dr Mohd Hasanuddin Mohd Yusof successfully recreated a set of Malay chess games.
Sat Mar 01 2025

Issue of mixed rice: State fatwa committee to determine rate of zakat fitrah - Mohd Na'im
Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar says this followed the recent findings of imported rice mixed with local white rice.
Fri Feb 28 2025

Boy who choked on gummy candy dies
The boy will be buried in his grandmother's hometown in Permatang Binjai once all the hospital processes are completed.
Thu Feb 20 2025

Return of TH assets currently held by UJSB to be finalised in Q1 2025 - Mohd Na'im
Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar says the govt will ensure TH assets return from SPV is orderly and won't impact TH or its depositors.
Tue Feb 18 2025

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar on stronger GDP growth in 4Q 2024
According to Mohd Afzanizam, the ringgit is poised for positive starts today amid signs of weaker consumer spending in the United States.
Mon Feb 17 2025

Organ donations remain low, over 10,000 patients waiting for a chance at life
Even if the deceased was a registered organ donor pledger, we still require the family's consent, says Dr Mohd Syafiq Ismail Azman.
Sat Feb 08 2025

Interfaith events involving Muslims: Policy must take into account national unity, get Cabinet approval first
This issue arose following several inquiries from Muslims regarding invitations to events organised by non-Muslim communities, says JAKIM.
Fri Feb 07 2025

Malaysia pledges USD200,000 to accelerate Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership
Foreign Minister says M'sia will lead efforts to streamline Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership, ensuring compliance with 88 agreements.
Thu Feb 06 2025

Police use latest tech to assist in renewed investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's case
Police says the technology could produce a clearer picture of the location where Teoh Beng Hock was found dead 15 years ago digitally.
Wed Feb 05 2025

Saudi Arabia says it won't establish ties with Israel without creation of Palestinian state
Saudi Crown Prince affirms kingdom's stance in a "clear, explicit manner" with no room for interpretation, says foreign ministry.
Wed Feb 05 2025
AWANI Tonight: PLKN 3.0: Relaunched with lower cost and more trainees
Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin announces that the cost of implementing the National Service Training Programme (PLKN) 3.0 has been significantly reduced to RM2,000 per trainee, which is notably lower than previous versions.
Tue Feb 04 2025

MOH detects over 800 health cases among flood evacuees in Sabah, Sarawak
MOH says the cases include acute respiratory tract infection, skin infection, acute gastroenteritis and conjunctivitis.
Mon Feb 03 2025

Ringgit opens slightly lower against US dollar
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid says DXY has gained momentum after Donald Trump issued an executive order to raise import tariffs.
Mon Feb 03 2025
Consider This: Ceasefire in Gaza — Hope Among the Ruins
It’s been a little over a week since a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has gone into effect in Gaza. But as displaced Palestinians prepare to return to homes that may no longer exist, aid agencies are racing to provide vital humanitarian assistance that was denied entry into Gaza for so long. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks with Datuk Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus, President of MERCY Malaysia.
Mon Jan 27 2025

I was not Najib's proxy - Ex-1MDB chairman
Che Lodin says he had known Najib for nearly 50 years, their relationship remained strictly professional.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trade wars erupt as Trump hits Canada, Mexico, China with steep tariffs
China retaliates with tariffs on US goods, while Canada and Mexico announces countermeasures targeting key American industries.
Tue Mar 04 2025
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Tue Mar 04 2025

Thousands of wild horses shot dead from helicopters in Australia
This is part of a controversial plan to cull them to protect the environment.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs to launch on Tuesday; stocks tumble
Trump says there was "no room left" for a deal that would avert the tariffs by curbing fentanyl flows into the United States.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Trump and TSMC announce $100 billion plan to build five new US factories
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co, is the world's largest contract chipmaker and a leading supplier to major US hardware manufacturers.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Gig economy platforms welcome refinements to Malaysia’s Gig Workers Bill
As the definition of work evolves, the gig economy becomes increasingly vital to a thriving digital nation.
Tue Mar 04 2025

EPF: Govt does not intend to compel Muslims to contribute to syariah savings - PM
The series of incentives and explanations by EPF aim to increase the number of contributors to Syariah savings, says PM Anwar.
Tue Mar 04 2025

Astro Audio apologises for controversial video, suspends announcers
Astro Audio is working closely with authorities and regulators to ensure full compliance with all guidelines and requirements.
Tue Mar 04 2025

MCMC to summon Astro over its Radio DJ mocking a religious ceremony - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil says this is to ensure that action can be taken based on existing regulations and laws.
Tue Mar 04 2025