Najib gets two days medical leave due to acute knee pain, trial vacated
If Najib's knee condition is prolonged, he might need Dr Siti Hawa to come back to court and explain further on the situation, judge says.
Tue Sep 10 2024
Najib's 1MDB trial put off as lawyer Shafee unwell
Alaistair Brandah said Shafee has taken ill and was given a medical leave for four days, starting today until Oct 9.
Thu Oct 06 2022
Najib gets two days medical leave, 1MDB trial vacated
Muhammad Shafee said Najib has been undergoing medical tests on a daily basis at the hospital due to his blood pressure and stomach ulcer.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Zahid's trial postponed as key witness on sick leave
The trial of Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi was today postponed to Friday (Aug 28) because the key witness is on sick leave.
Wed Aug 26 2020
Special relief for employees suspected of having COVID-19
According to the guidelines, after conducting a body temperature scan on an officer, the department head can direct any COVID-19 suspected officer to undergo tests and further action.
Tue Mar 17 2020
Woman arrested over fake MC syndicate in Slim River
The police have detained a woman believed to be linked to a syndicate which sold fake medical leave certificates.
Tue Apr 18 2017
Singapore's PM Lee to take medical leave until August 29
Lee took ill while delivering a National Day rally speech on Sunday but returned to the stage after a break of about an hour.
Mon Aug 22 2016
Employers lose up to RM8 billion due to fake medical leaves
According to Malaysian Employers Federation, some take medical leave to concentrate on their side business.
Tue May 20 2014
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
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