Consider This: Halal Certification - Getting The Green Light
With a rise in eateries claiming to be 'Muslim-friendly' but without official Halal certification, discussions have emerged about the challenges of the process. What it takes to get Halal certified and how they can be better supported. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dhaliff Anuar, Senior Manager of the Chairman's Office at Halal Development Corporation and the Head of the Halal Consultancy & Advisory Unit at HDC.
Thu Sep 19 2024
South Korea's canine farmers protest proposed ban on dog meat
The farmers who breed the dogs, and the owners of eateries that serve the meat, have held protests in front of parliament to demand that the government scrap its plans to ban eating dog meat.
Fri Nov 24 2023
Japanese eateries in China fear ruin as Fukushima water discharge looms
The inability to import food ingredients is truly a life or death situation for us, said Kazuyuki Tanioka.
Fri Aug 04 2023
Smoking ban in eateries: Seven individuals fail to obtain leave to appeal
The questions of law proposed by the seven individuals did not meet the threshold requirement, said Justice Zabariah Mohd Yusof.
Tue Jun 20 2023
Menu Rahmah: Ministry mulls giving incentives to participating traders - Fuziah
KPDN is in discussions regarding providing incentives to operators of eateries who provide Menu Rahmah to customers.
Fri Feb 10 2023
GE15 candidates woo voters at markets, eateries
The campaign in the GE15 gained momentum on its second day, with the candidates engaged in meeting voters personally in markets and eateries.
Sun Nov 06 2022
Many still flouting smoking ban at eateries
Though smoking and vaping at eateries were strictly prohibited nationwide beginning Jan 1 2020, many are still seen flouting the rule.
Sat Oct 15 2022
Appellate Court's verdict on smoking ban appeal fixed for Nov 23
The Court of Appeal has fixed Nov 23 to give its verdict on the appeal by seven individuals who are seeking to quash the Health Ministry's decision to ban smoking in all eateries.
Thu Sep 08 2022
At US eateries, love for Ukraine - and wrath for Russia
Restaurants have become something of a culinary frontline for Americans to channel support for Kiev, while hoping to inflict a bit of pain on Moscow, if only by proxy.
Sat Mar 12 2022
Govt does not intend to revoke liquor licence policy for eateries - Tengku Zafrul
The existing policy stipulated that the retail sale of alcoholic beverages on premises must be licensed under the Excise Act 1976.
Thu Dec 09 2021
Ops Menu to check for price manipulation, rigged scales at eateries
The checks will mostly be on the price tags and weighing scales used by restaurants and eateries, Azman Adam said.
Fri Nov 05 2021
Over 3,000 smoking violation notices issued from Jan-Oct - Khairy
A total of 3,419 notices were issued nationwide for smoking in eateries from January until Oct 24 this year, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said.
Tue Oct 26 2021
Step up enforcement against smoking at eateries, urges Khairy
Khairy calls for stricter enforcement against smoking at food premises.
Thu Oct 21 2021
Customers excited to return to eateries in Perlis
The permission to dine in was seen as a cure for their longing to eat outside which was their daily routine before the MCO was enforced.
Wed Aug 04 2021
Eateries allowed to operate until 6 am during Ramadan - Ismail Sabri
All restaurants, stalls, eateries, including coffee houses in hotels, as well as fast-food shops and food delivery services are allowed to operate until 6 am during Ramadan.
Mon Apr 12 2021
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024