Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly
Health Minister says any allegation that 24-hour restaurants are the main cause of obesity in Malaysia must be proven empirically.
Wed Apr 24 2024
KPDNHEP refutes claims, says vegetables are sold cheaper than last month
KPDNHEP has refuted the allegations by the Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) that the prices of several types of vegetables in Penang have increased.
Sat Apr 09 2022
Vegetable price hike: KPDNHEP refutes CAP claims
The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) has found no cases of vegetable price hike of up to 200 per cent as claimed by the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) on Tuesday.
Thu Nov 25 2021
Be cautious when buying laptops, computers during pandemic - CAP
The public is advised to exercise caution when purchasing devices such as laptops or computers during the COVID-19 pandemic as high demand has led to a spike in fraudulent activities.
Thu Feb 04 2021
Cap calls for ban on liquid nitrogen in food
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) wants a ban on the use of liquid nitrogen in food as it was harmful to consumers.
Tue Dec 20 2016
CAP urges management of temples not to use polystyrene to serve food
CAP urged the management of all temples in Malaysia that celebrate Thaipusam not to use polystyrene food containers in their temple surroundings when serving food to devotees.
Sun Jan 17 2016
Malaysians must reduce sugar intake by 80 percent - CAP
With an alarming 3.6 million Malaysian adults estimated to be diabetics, Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has called for Malaysians to reduce their sugar intake.
Sat Nov 15 2014
Stop wasting money on souvenirs - CAP
The Consumers' Association of Penang lauds the recent statement by the Sultan of Perak.
Mon Oct 13 2014
Aquaculture project threatens mangroves and fishermen livelihood
The livelihood of 500 small fishermen in Kampung Sungai Tuntung, Panchor and Pengkalan Bharu near Pantai Remis have been threatened by aquaculture projects in the area.
Mon Feb 17 2014
Every day, every year -- chicken, chicken, chicken! -- SM Mohamed Idris
The issue of price hike of chicken and chicken shortage is just one part of a larger issue, says Consumers Association of Penang (CAP).
Fri Jul 19 2013
CAP wants MCMC investigate 'dropped calls'
The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) wants the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate as soon as possible the dropped calls often experienced by users.
Tue Jan 01 2013
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024