Vegemite with chocolate? It's no smear campaign
Confectionery-maker Cadbury said Friday it has created a new taste sensation by combining its well-loved milk chocolate with an unusual flavour -- Australia's famous, sharply-savoury spread Vegemite.
Fri May 08 2015
News that turned heads in 2014
Malaysians have had their fair share of laughter and tears this year. Here are some of the head-turning events that transpired in 2014.
Wed Dec 31 2014
Cadbury chocolates are Halal, Jakim reiterates
The Islamic Development Department (Jakim) today reiterated that Cadbury chocolates, which are previously found tainted with porcine DNA are Halal to be eaten.
Wed Nov 19 2014
Cadbury chocolate-eating ceremony to be held tomorrow
About 100 Muslim consumers including bloggers will be eating Cadbury chocolate in an attempt to defend the product's halal status.
Sat Jun 14 2014
Consumers need to be confident of Cadbury's halal status - Mondelez
Consumers need to have confidence in the halal status of Cadbury products which already available in the market for the past 40 years.
Tue Jun 10 2014
What's unclean can turn halal, says Dr Asri
Former Perlis mufti Prof Madya Datuk Dr Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin say Muslim scholars have different views on DNA and gelatin derived from pigs.
Sat Jun 07 2014
Jakim's test results on samples in line with international standards
The MS ISO/IEC 17025 int'l standard states DNA testing can only be done in special labs that have high competency standard such as trained personnel, calibrated equipment and proper documentation.
Fri Jun 06 2014
Public should have confidence in Jakim's halal cert
There are procedures which need to be observed before Jakim can issue the certificate, Jamil Khir Baharom says.
Thu Jun 05 2014
Cadbury advertises to recover consumer confidence
Cadbury in their advertisement stated that Malaysian consumers have trusted them for 40 years and can continue to do so.
Thu Jun 05 2014
PPIM urges govt to be more serious in protecting Muslim interests
PPIM said said the recent findings of porcine DNA in Cadbury chocolates can sabotage the country's economy.
Thu Jun 05 2014
Cadbury chocolate samples could have been contaminated - Health Ministry
The Health Ministry said it does not rule out the possibility of contamination of the two samples of chocolate.
Wed Jun 04 2014
Cadbury relieved its chocolates verified as free from pig DNA
Cadbury Malaysia today expressed its relief with Jakim's statement saying the chocolates it makes and sells in Malaysia are halal.
Tue Jun 03 2014
PPIM will continue its boycott, consumers remain doubtful
PPIM will demand an explanation from the Ministry of Health (MOH) to its earlier claim of pig DNA found in two Cadbury Dairy Milk products.
Tue Jun 03 2014
Cadbury issue: Consumers should understand the chemical analysis involved - FOMCA
Shaani was also of the opinion that the Standard Operating Proceduce (SOP) of the regulatory compliance of halal certificate should be streamlined.
Tue Jun 03 2014
Are you confident with Jakim's certification and halal status logo?
Astro AWANI wants to know, are the public as consumers confident with Jakims certification and halal logo? Join us in our vote.
Tue Jun 03 2014
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
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024