Prison inmates' families permitted Deepavali visits on Nov 2-3
For families unable to attend in person, online visitation sessions will be available from Nov 4 to 6.
Mon Oct 28 2024
Family members allowed to visit prison inmates on third, fourth day of Aidilfitri
The Prisons Department, in a statement today, said that priority for the visit will be given to the Muslim inmates.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Paraguay's biggest prison set ablaze, rioting inmates take guards hostage
Prison inmates takes 11 guards hostage and sets fire to facilities in the crowded Tacumbu penitentiary.
Wed Oct 11 2023
Queen launches asam pedas and rendang Betawi pastes
Raja Permaisuri Agong today launched the asam pedas and rendang Betawi pastes produced by prison inmates and inspired by the recipes from Her Majesty's cookbook.
Sat Jan 07 2023
Prison visit by family members allowed on Deepavali
The dates for the visit also applies to the rehabilitation centres, special detention centres and the Henry Gurney School.
Fri Oct 21 2022
Prison inmates not allowed to issue statement on GE15
Supri Hashim said the ban covered all inmates, including Najib Razak.
Thu Oct 20 2022
'Prison Gothic': Hong Kong road signs reborn as new font
The days of hand drawing are gone but traffic signs are still made in prisons, inmates produced around 4,000 in 2021.
Mon Aug 01 2022
M'sian on death row in S'pore to receive medical attention for COVID-19
SPS said, as of Nov 9, several prison inmates and staff from Institution A1 where Nagaenthran is housed have tested positive for COVID-19.
Wed Nov 10 2021
Ecuador police, military enter Guayaquil jail amid violence
Police and military personnel found four inmates who were injured during confrontations between prisoners.
Sun Oct 03 2021
Ecuador to pardon thousands after 118 die in worst-ever prison riot
Ecuador is planning to pardon up to 2,000 inmates in order to relieve overcrowding at its detention centres.
Sat Oct 02 2021
148 inmates in Kelantan prisons undergo paid skills training
Mat Yaacob said the training was a second chance for them to start a new life through employment opportunities when they are released.
Thu Sep 02 2021
COVID-19: Thailand detects prison cluster, 112 test positive in Narathiwat
A total of 112 individuals, including prison inmates and officials, in Narathiwat in Thailand, tested positive for COVID-19.
Sun Apr 04 2021
CNY: Face-to-face meetings with prison inmates not allowed
The Prisons Department in a statement said, a prepaid telephone calling facility would be provided as an alternative method to get in touch.
Wed Feb 10 2021
CNY: Face-to-face meetings with prison inmates not allowed
The Prisons Department in a statement said, however, a prepaid telephone calling facility would be provided as an alternative method to get in touch.
Wed Feb 10 2021
1,126 active cases of COVID-19 in prisons nationwide
The COVID-19 transmission among the inmates began when the Tawau Prison in Sabah received a new inmate from Lahad Datu.
Wed Oct 07 2020
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