Malaysian parent successfully raise S$280,000 via 'Help My Premature Baby Jero' campaign
The "Help My Premature Baby Jero" campaign has successfully raised S$280,000 to cover the medical bills for a baby boy born in Singapore to Malaysian parents.
Thu Apr 29 2021
BSH recipients can claim funeral expenses up to RM1,000 - Abdul Rahim
Abdul Rahim also said BSH recipients are also automatically eligible for the national health insurance scheme, MySalam, which would reduce their medical bills for 45 critical diseases.
Thu Jul 02 2020
Health Ministry takes necessary actions to ensure foreigners settle unpaid bills
The Health Ministry has taken the necessary measures to overcome the exorbitant arrears on medical bills involving foreigners in the country, said its minister Datuk Seri Dr S. Subramaniam.
Thu Apr 20 2017
Ministry to probe claims of threats to patients to settle medical bills - Mary Yap
The ministry is prepared to investigate thoroughly the claims to determine whether these were ordinary patients or government pensioners or the disabled.
Wed Oct 19 2016
How medical bills are 'killing' cancer patients in Malaysia
About 19 percent of cancer patients in Malaysia has to opt out of treatment due to their inability to pay medical bills.
Fri Oct 30 2015
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