Germany's BioNTech says to set up mRNA vaccine facility in Singapore
The Singapore facility is expected to be fully operational by 2023 and create more than 100 jobs by 2024.
Tue Nov 15 2022
South Korea to begin offering COVID-19 vaccine booster shots in October
In June, South Korea said it planned to secure more mRNA vaccines for booster doses next year for the entire population.
Tue Aug 31 2021
US authorizes third shot of COVID-19 vaccines for the immunocompromised
Mixing of mRNA vaccines is permitted for the third shot if their original vaccine is not available.
Sat Aug 14 2021
Conditional approval for Moderna vaccine from plant in Spain
The DCA today gave conditional registration approval to Spikevax 0.20 mg/ml Dispersion for Injection COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine (nucleoside modified), also known as COVID-19 Moderna vaccine.
Thu Aug 05 2021
Malaysian mRNA vaccine against COVID-19 under development
Malaysia is developing a vaccine to protect against COVID-19 using the messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) technology, Health Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba.
Mon Jun 21 2021
Safety profile of mRNA vaccine remains positive - Health DG
No cases of myocarditis or pericarditis following the use of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine have been detected in Malaysia thus far, said Health director-general Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah.
Sat Jun 19 2021
'Few reports' of heart issue in US young people after vaccine
There were "relatively few reports of myocarditis," mainly in young adults, following doses of mRNA vaccines like Pfizer and Moderna.
Mon May 24 2021
Exclusive: French health body to say mRNA vaccine should be used as second dose after AstraZeneca
Two mRNA vaccines, one from Pfizer and BioNTech and one from Moderna, are approved for use in France.
Fri Apr 09 2021
Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine cold-chain delivery
The Pfizer-BioNTech mRNA vaccine requires ultra-cold storage at -70 degrees Celsius to retain its potency when administered.
Sun Feb 21 2021
Safety concerns about mRNA vaccine and alternatives
The full story on the longer safety aspects of the mRNA vaccines is still unknown, especially the ultra-sensitive and highly unstable mRNA vaccine developed by the US-based MNC biotech firm Pfizer.
Wed Jan 27 2021
Is the Pfizer vaccine suitable for Malaysia?
Even if the Pfizer mRNA vaccine is deemed safe and effective for use in our country, there is another major challenge here operational feasibility as a result of our hot tropical climate.
Sat Dec 12 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