CAP hopes MOH heeds Pahang Sultan’s suggestion for complete ban on vaping
Sultan of Pahang says, he will urge the government to impose a total ban on vaping.
Tue Nov 19 2024
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
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
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