COVID-19: MAIK encourages wearing of face mask in mosques, surau
The Kelantan Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIK) encourages the wearing of face masks to the mosque and surau to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Tue Dec 19 2023
COVID-19: Wear face masks, avoid 3Cs - MOH
Individuals who test positive and have symptoms are advised to self-quarantine for five days, said Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
Thu Dec 14 2023
Wearing of face masks on public transport, in hospitals not compulsory from July 5
Under the revised SOP only COVID-19 positive individuals and those handling them are required to wear face masks in healthcare facilities.
Thu Jun 29 2023
MoH encourages wearing face masks, same SOP applies
Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said so far no new guidelines have been issued despite the emergence of new omicron subvariants.
Thu Apr 27 2023
Ruling on wearing of face masks during Aidilfitri to be announced - Mohd Na'im
Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar said he would discuss with Jakim and the FT Mufti regarding the wearing of face mask during Aidilfitri prayer.
Tue Apr 18 2023
N.Sembilan may make wearing face masks compulsory again - MB
The Negeri Sembilan government is considering making the wearing of face masks compulsory again, especially indoors, should there be a drastic increase in COVID-19 cases in the state.
Wed Jan 04 2023
No special lane for COVID-19 positive voters - Khairy
No special lane will be allocated for COVID-19 positive individuals to vote in the GE15 but they must wear face masks, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Wed Nov 16 2022
COVID-19 positive voters must wear face masks Health DG
Dr Noor Hisham said voters who tested positive for COVID-19 are also not allowed to ride in public vehicles, including e-hailing.
Mon Nov 14 2022
No summonses to be issued to those not wearing face masks
Deputy Health Minister Datuk Dr Noor Azmi Ghazali said the use of face masks indoors was now also optional.
Tue Sep 13 2022
Wearing of face masks no longer mandatory on school premises - Radzi
The use of face masks on school premises, be it indoor or outdoor, is no longer mandatory, said Senior Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin.
Sat Sep 10 2022
Decision on optional use of facemasks based on data, studies - Muhyiddin
Muhyiddin said that he believed the decision to set the use of face masks in buildings as an individual choice, is made based on data and scientific studies from a public health point of view.
Wed Sep 07 2022
Wearing of face masks indoors is now optional - Khairy
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has stipulated that the use of face masks indoors is now optional, with immediate effect.
Wed Sep 07 2022
MOH to decide if compulsory use of face masks indoors should continue - Muhyiddin
A decision on whether to abolish the use of face masks in enclosed spaces will be looked into and decided by the Health Ministry (MoH).
Mon Aug 29 2022
COVID-19 in Makkah under control, SOPs relaxed - Haj Consul
Muhammad Saimi advises Malaysian pilgrims to continue donning face masks to reduce the risk of infection.
Wed Jun 01 2022
Factbox - Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus
Face masks will not have to be worn in airports and on flights in Europe from May 16.
Thu May 12 2022
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