Malaysia secures 18.4 million doses of Russian, Chinese COVID-19 vaccines
The deals will ensure enough supplies to cover 9.2 million people, or 28.75% of the population.
Tue Jan 26 2021
Malaysia to receive Pfizer vaccine end-February - PM
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin said Malaysia is expected to receive the supply of Pfizer vaccine for the first phase at the end of February.
Mon Jan 11 2021
Philippines troops, ministers get COVID-19 vaccine before approval
The recipients included members of a special security unit assigned to President Rodrigo Duterte.
Mon Dec 28 2020
Dewan Negara news in brief
The National Immunisation Plan on the COVID-19 vaccine which contains the government's detailed strategy will be finalised soon.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Malaysia secures COVID-19 vaccine for 40 percent of population. Here's what you need to know
The government is also in final negotiations with Sinovac, CanSino and Gamaleya to secure a vaccine supply increase of more than 80 percent of population.
Tue Dec 22 2020
Russian state employees describe pressure to join vaccine trials
Many quota spots for staff to join the trial remained unfilled.
Fri Dec 04 2020
Budget 2021: Is it sufficient for COVID-19 vaccines?
The associated operational costs and potential additional doses must not be underestimated in budget allocations.
Fri Nov 13 2020
Covid-19 Vaccine Breakthrough Calls for Cautious Optimism
Before putting all bets on one vaccine, thorough comparative assessment between different vaccines should be conducted.
Thu Nov 12 2020
How fetal cells from the 1970s power medical innovation today
Cells derived from a fetus that was aborted decades ago to develop vital medicines, now represent a "gold standard".
Tue Oct 20 2020
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
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