Free Prasarana train, bus rides for PWDs from Feb 1 - Loke
Anthony Loke said the initiative involves all MRT, LRT, monorail and Prasarana bus services in the Klang Valley.
Thu Dec 21 2023
It's About YOUth: PWD: Dismantling barriers with inclusive policies
With a significant portion of Malaysians living with some form of disability, there is an urgent need to address issues of inclusivity and accessibility faced by them. Dr Mastura Mahamed from Gabungan Anak-Anak Palsi Serebrum (GAPS) and Faiz Shuhaimi from Majlis Belia OKU Malaysia discuss comprehensive reforms to better empower Person with Disabilities (PWDs).
Fri Aug 18 2023
Sabah committed to improving development of PwD, visually impaired persons
The Sabah government is committed to helping PwDs in the state, including the visually impaired, to ensure that the group is not marginalised in all aspects.
Wed Jan 04 2023
KPWKM, OKU Sentral cooperation will help understand PwD needs better - Nancy
The cooperation between KPWKM and OKU Sentral will allow the ministry to better understand situations and the needs of PwDs in a more detailed manner.
Tue Jan 03 2023
Home for PWDs damaged in fire, caretaker injured
A caretaker of a home for the Rumah Persatuan Orang Cacat Johor Bahru suffered burns on his body when the building in Jalan Ahad, Kampung Ungku Mohsin caught fire this morning.
Mon Dec 26 2022
Ras Adiba urges PBT to host more tournaments involving PWDs
PBTs are advised to emulate the MBPJ in organising more tournaments involving PwDs to encourage them to represent the country.
Thu Dec 15 2022
PCM confident Hannah Yeoh will elevate country's Paralympic movement
Megat hopes that Hannah Yeoh will understand better the needs of PWDs and provide appropriate support.
Sun Dec 04 2022
GE15: EC should look at availability of facilities, services for the disabled to vote - Ras Adiba
The EC should look at the availability of facilities and services for the disabled during the GE15 to ensure a disabled-friendly voting session.
Mon Oct 17 2022
RM1.2 billion allocated for persons with disabilities
Tengku Zafrul said this allocation would provide aid for care of the PwDs with chronic diseases and allowance for those PwDs unable to work.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Jakim urged to introduce SKM in Islamic education for PWD - Idris
Jakim, through its Higher Education Providers, is urged to introduce the Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) in Islamic education for persons with disabilities (PwDs).
Sat Sep 24 2022
Include PwDs as part of global crisis response plan - US special advisor Sara Minkara
As COVID-19 continues to have wide-reaching impacts, it is imperative for the global community to include PwDs as part of the crisis response plan.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Biotechnology offers new hope for people with disabilities - Ras Adiba
Senator Datuk Ras Adiba welcomed the refurbished biotechnology policy as it gives new hope for PWDs and the rare disease community.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Ras Adiba calls for introduction of more inclusive financial system for PwDs
Ras Adiba has called for regulations to be introduced for a more inclusive financial system to facilitate PwDs perform banking transactions.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Ras Adiba calls for action plan to improve facilities for PwDs
Ras Adiba today called on the MOT to introduce an inclusive mobility action plan to improve the facilities friendly to PwDs at public transport areas.
Fri Sep 02 2022
Increase number of PPR house ownership for PwD group - Ras Adiba
OKU Sentral president Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi is requesting the government to consider allocating more houses under the People's Housing Programme (PPR) to persons with disabilities (PwDs).
Fri Aug 12 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024