Application by govt, four others to stay judgment on damages of RM3.1 million in botched circumcision case dismissed
The High Court dismissed an application by the government and four other parties to stay the execution of a judgment regarding the payment of damages amounting to RM3.1 million to a man.
Tue Jul 26 2022
Botched circumcision case: Govt, four others file appeal against decision to pay RM3.1 million in damages
The government and four other defendants have appealed against a High Court's decision in awarding RM3.1 million in damages to a man who lost the head of his penis in the incident 12 years ago.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Botched circumcision case: Hopes to save injured part fizzle with prompt treatment delay - Judge
Delay by medical personnel in attending to a man's injury, who lost the head of his penis in a botched circumcision 12 years ago, had extinguished all hopes of a successful surgery.
Fri Jun 03 2022
Botched circumcision: Youth awarded RM3.1 million in damages
A 22-year-old man who lost the head of his penis in a botched circumcision 12 years ago, was awarded damages totalling RM3.1 million after the High Court today allowed his suit.
Thu Apr 07 2022
Circumcision programme must comply with SOP - Zulkifli
Organisers are required to make compulsory the wearing of face masks by all those present and to ensure they exercise physical distancing throughout the programme.
Sun Dec 20 2020
Health Ministry formulating SOP for circumcision
The Ministry of Health is formulating SOP for circumcisions performed at all government hospitals, medical centres and private clinics to ensure the safet
Mon Jan 09 2017
Ministry confirms third case of botched circumcision
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has confirmed another case of a boy who sustained complications following a circumcision procedure as reported recently in various printed and electronic media.
Sun Jan 08 2017
Botched circumcision: Doctors, clinics' licences may be suspended
The Health Ministry might suspend the medical licences of the doctors and clinics related to the two recently reported botched circumcision cases.
Sat Jan 07 2017
IRIMM ready to help family of boy whose penis cut off during circumcision
IRIMM president Amir Amsaa Alla Pitchay says the boy was in need of immediate treatment.
Sun Jan 01 2017
Health Ministry warning over circumcisions
Health practitioners in both private and public health facilities need to undergo the necessary training to perform the procedure competently and safely.
Sat Dec 31 2016
Family of boy with severed penis hopes for help from specialists
Lawyer P.Uthayakumar said the family wants immediate action since it is a sensitive issue and involves the boy's future.
Fri Dec 30 2016
Police confirm video of boy whose penis was off in laser circumcision as true
Kajang district police chief ACP Othman Nanyan who confirmed the matter said several witnesses had been summoned to have their statements recorded and to help investigations.
Mon Dec 26 2016
No stopping for newly-circumcised boy to meet Upin & Ipin
A deep obsession for Upin & Ipin animated characters did not stop a newly circumcised boy from braving through the crowd at the Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agro-Tourism (MAHA 16) Intern
Wed Dec 07 2016
Doctors successfully performed world's first penis transplant
South African doctors have successfully performed the worlds first penis transplant on a patient who had a botched circumcision.
Sat Mar 14 2015
"Berkhatan" at the Tuanku Mizan Army Hospital
112 children took part in a mass circumcision event organised by the Defence Ministry and held at the Tuanku Mizan Army Hospital.
Fri Dec 05 2014
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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