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Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman

The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Form Two student's fatal fall not connected to bullying

Form Two student's fatal fall not connected to bullying

Datuk Mohamad Abdul Hamid says, according to JPN, the 14-year-old girl was believed to be experiencing emotional stress and depression.
Tue Nov 19 2024
CAP hopes MOH heeds Pahang Sultan’s suggestion for complete ban on vaping

CAP hopes MOH heeds Pahang Sultan’s suggestion for complete ban on vaping

Sultan of Pahang says, he will urge the government to impose a total ban on vaping.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Father and daughter fatally stabbed at apartment in Air Itam

Father and daughter fatally stabbed at apartment in Air Itam

A man and his daughter were fatally stabbed at an apartment in Bandar Baru Farlim, Air Itam today by a man allegedly angered after his romantic advances were rejected by the woman.
Thu Nov 07 2024
AWANI Tonight: 20 Sept 2024

AWANI Tonight: 20 Sept 2024

#AWANITonight with @_farhanasheikh

1. GISBH: Perlis issues fatwa labelling company a deviant sect
2. Penang DAP: All eyes on party polls, new leadership

#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Fri Sep 20 2024
Socso claim SOP to be restructured - Steven Sim

Socso claim SOP to be restructured - Steven Sim

The directive follows the fraudulent claims cartel involving three medical officers allegedly working in Penang hospitals, says Steven Sim.
Wed Sep 04 2024
MACC tracking another doctor to assist in falsified Perkeso claims case

MACC tracking another doctor to assist in falsified Perkeso claims case

MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki confirms that the doctor is employed at a hospital in Penang.
Wed Sep 04 2024
Senior doctors’ arrest: MOH assures full cooperation to MACC

Senior doctors’ arrest: MOH assures full cooperation to MACC

MOH noted the arrest of three doctors allegedly linked to a cartel falsifying Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) disability claims.
Wed Sep 04 2024
The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang

The Esplanade, Fort Cornwallis, witness nation's independence history in Penang

The Esplanade is known for key moments like the lowering of the British flag and the declaration of independence on August 31, 1957.
Sat Aug 31 2024
Penang welcomes Shanghai Airlines' first direct flight

Penang welcomes Shanghai Airlines' first direct flight

Shanghai Airlines' Shangai-Penang direct flight will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Thu Aug 01 2024
Over 100,000 pilgrims to throng St Anne Feast in Bukit Mertajam

Over 100,000 pilgrims to throng St Anne Feast in Bukit Mertajam

The Feast of St Anne in Bukit Mertajam, held at the end of July, attracts thousands of pilgrims worldwide to Penang.
Fri Jul 26 2024
Penang in top two best Southeast Asia destinations for solo travelers - Lonely Planet

Penang in top two best Southeast Asia destinations for solo travelers - Lonely Planet

Singapore tops the list, followed by Penang; Danang, Vietnam; Siem Reap, Cambodia; Bangkok, Thailand; Hanoi, Vietnam; and Bali, Indonesia.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Stray dogs suspected poisoned due to rising population in area - Penang JPV

Stray dogs suspected poisoned due to rising population in area - Penang JPV

H'ng Mooi Lye assured that if it is confirmed that the 27 stray dogs were poisoned, there will be no leniency towards the perpetrators.
Wed Jul 17 2024
One victim in poisoned crackers incident dies

One victim in poisoned crackers incident dies

Police said the victim, Muhammad Akil Syauqi Nur Sufian died this morning at Penang Hospital.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand

Consider This: Law Reform (Part 2) - When Children Take the Stand

While court processes are daunting for adults, they can be even more intimidating for children. Many young victims face immense stress and often give up seeking justice before the process concludes. Last year, Parliament took a significant step forward by amending the Evidence of Child Witness Act, providing more rights and protections to children testifying in court. Now new amendments to the Evidence of Child Witness Act are being proposed. These changes aim to create a more supportive courtroom environment, ensuring children can provide their best evidence. On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Karen Lai, Programme Director at the Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) Penang.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Australia PM plays down privacy fears of social media ban for children

Australia PM plays down privacy fears of social media ban for children

Anthony Albanese says social media firms would be required to destroy personal data used to verify ages of users.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Bursa Malaysia boosted by RM250.6 mil investments from local institutions last week

Bursa Malaysia boosted by RM250.6 mil investments from local institutions last week

Local institutions were the primary supporters of Bursa Malaysia for the fifth consecutive week.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Court orders return of 172 'Pride Collection' watches to the Swatch Group

Court orders return of 172 'Pride Collection' watches to the Swatch Group

High Court judge says the Home Ministry's seizure of the Pride watches was made without a warrant and was invalid.
Mon Nov 25 2024
New Zealand citizen poisoned by tainted alcohol in Laos returns home

New Zealand citizen poisoned by tainted alcohol in Laos returns home

Laos pledges to prosecute those responsible for the incident which has killed six tourists.
Mon Nov 25 2024
PM, Yoon hold talks on Malaysia-South Korea ties

PM, Yoon hold talks on Malaysia-South Korea ties

PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim meets with South Korean President Yoon Suek Yeol at the Yongsan Presidential Office.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Max Verstappen wraps up fourth straight driver's championship

Max Verstappen wraps up fourth straight driver's championship

Max Verstappen faces an even bigger, and more thrilling, battle to stretch the run to five in a row next year.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Israeli army orders Gaza City suburb evacuated, spurring new wave of displacement

Israeli army orders Gaza City suburb evacuated, spurring new wave of displacement

Families living in the targeted areas began fleeing their homes after nightfall.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Donald Trump Jr is helping his father pick the most controversial cabinet of modern times

Donald Trump Jr is helping his father pick the most controversial cabinet of modern times

Trump, who fiercely prizes loyalty, has long relied on family members for political advice, but which relative has his ear is known to vary.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Ringgit opens higher against US dollar

Ringgit opens higher against US dollar

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid says that US President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet selections are drawing significant attention.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Hezbollah rockets land near Tel Aviv after large Israeli strike on Beirut

Hezbollah rockets land near Tel Aviv after large Israeli strike on Beirut

Hezbollah movement fires heavy rocket barrages at Israel and Israeli military says houses had been destroyed or set alight near Tel Aviv.
Mon Nov 25 2024