Immunised pilgrims gather for haj as COVID restrictions limit numbers
Muslim pilgrims vaccinated against COVID-19 gathered on Sunday for the annual haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
Sun Jul 18 2021
Immunised but banned: EU says not all COVID vaccines equal
Although the AstraZeneca vaccine produced in Europe has been authorized by the continents drug regulatory agency, the same shot manufactured in India hasn't been given the green light.
Tue Jul 13 2021
Saudi to allow only 'immunised' pilgrims to Mecca
Authorities said the umrah will be allowed to return to full capacity once the threat of the pandemic has abated.
Tue Apr 06 2021
Efficacy data for India's own COVID-19 vaccine could boost public acceptance
Government data shows that only 10% of about 12.6 million people immunised in India have taken the COVAXIN shot.
Thu Mar 04 2021
GE-15 to be held after COVID-19 eases, rakyat immunised - Hamzah
The Perikatan Nasional (PN) government will hold the 15th General Election (GE-15) when the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, says Hamzah Zainudin.
Sat Feb 27 2021
'If we do not take the vaccine, other countries will' - PFM
President of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Association (PFM), Amrahi Buang wants Malaysians to be immunised when they get the opportunity soon.
Mon Feb 22 2021
South Africa plans to share AstraZeneca vaccine, first J&J shots expected
Eighty thousand J&J shots are expected initially, and up to 500,000 health workers could be immunised in total in the study.
Wed Feb 17 2021
Malaysia to begin COVID-19 vaccination on Feb 26
Malaysia is set to roll out on Feb 26 the biggest vaccination exercise it has ever undertaken in a massive effort to immunise the people against COVID-19.
Tue Feb 16 2021
IMARET looks forward to collaborating with authorities on COVID-19 vaccination programme
In order for Malaysia to recover in terms of health and economy, it is only apt that all who are involved in every sector are immunised.
Sun Feb 14 2021
Not immunised may cause pupils to contract mumps
The failure of some parents to bring their children to get the five-round vaccine immunisation is feared to be the cause of the cluster of mumps cases among pupils in Putrajaya.
Sat Oct 07 2017
Three-year-old from Selangor down with diphtheria - Health DG
It is learned the child had not been immunised against diphtheria as the family practiced homeopathy treatment.
Tue Aug 23 2016
Immunise children against diseases, Najib advises parents
Datuk Seri Najib Razak today reminded parents to ensure that their children are immunised against diseases, and advised Muslim parents to disregard adverse news about immunisation.
Thu Jun 23 2016
Parents must ensure children are immunised against diphtheria - Health DG
Currently diphtheria immunisation was included in the series of five vaccines namely Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio and Haemophilus Influenza Type B.
Wed Jan 06 2016
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
Sat Oct 19 2024
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