Immigration nabs 28, including mastermind supplying foreign massage therapists
A man suspected to be the mastermind of a syndicate bringing in Thai masseuse was among 28 individuals arrested by the Immigration Department in a three-day operation from July 21-23 in Johor Bahru.
Thu Jul 28 2022
Over 400 spa, foot massage operators to receive RM1,000 one-off assistance - MOTAC
Over 400 spa and foot massage centre operators have been targeted to receive the RM1,000 one-off aid under the National People's Well-Being and Economic Recovery Package (PEMULIH).
Wed Aug 18 2021
Gua Sha: The anti-aging massage technique that's taking TikTok by storm
TikTokers have been going wild for Gua Sha, an anti-aging beauty technique straight out of China.
Sun May 09 2021
Self-esteem, posture: How the pandemic has changed our relationships to our bodies
Lockdowns and working from home have significantly impacted the way we perceive our bodies and have been detrimental to our self-esteem.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Eight killed, including six women of Asian descent, in Atlanta-area shootings; suspect arrested
Investigators were still working "to confirm with certainty" that the shootings in Atlanta and Cherokee County were related.
Wed Mar 17 2021
DBKL shuts down 18 premises for conducting prostitution activities
The closure of the three hotels and 15 massage centres also involves the issuing of three notices under the Hotel Act.
Fri Feb 12 2021
KPWKM looking into plight of the disabled impacted by MCO - Rina
The income of the disabled like the visually impaired who offered massage services had been adversely affected following implementation of the Movement Control Order (MCO) 2.0.
Thu Feb 11 2021
Three massage parlours ordered close, operating without licence - DBKL
DBKL also sealed 75 items, including closed-circuit television cameras, women underwear and sex toys, from the premises.
Sat Jan 09 2021
MOTAC launches Safe2Spa Jom Spa campaign to boost local spa, wellness industry
Nancy Shukri said that 10,000 discount vouchers worth RM30 each will be distributed to customers at all spas and foot massage centres.
Wed Dec 23 2020
Pre-schools, kindergartens to open, preparations underway for little ones
Attention must be given to social distancing and the cleanliness of the premises must be maintained as the children are excited and eager to be with their friends.
Mon Jun 29 2020
Singapore opens gyms, dining out as China outbreak steadies
Malls, gyms, massage parlors, parks and other public facilities reopened their doors with strict social distancing measures
Fri Jun 19 2020
Demolition man Nadal claims record-extending 11th French title
The Spanish world number one took his Roland Garros win-loss record to 86-2 as he captured his 17th Grand Slam title by demolishing the seventh seed.
Sun Jun 10 2018
Puteri UMNO hopes its representatives will be retained in GE14
Its chief Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin said this was because all of them had given their best service and commitment.
Mon Oct 02 2017
Van driver denies stealing money from massage chair
J.Sarawanan, 29, allegedly stole RM145 cash from the machine belonging to Raja Muhammad Afiq Hazwan Raja Kamarulzaman who owned the self-service laundry shop.
Tue Jul 25 2017
Malaysians have option of 'Urutan Malaysia' as local therapy
'Urutan Malaysia' combines traditional Malay, Chinese, Indian, Peranakan as well as Sabah and Sarawak native massage techniques.
Mon Jun 26 2017
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
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024