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
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024