Singapore's PM Lee COVID-19 positive again
Lee Hsien Loong noted that his "doctors say it is a COVID rebound which happens in 5-10 per cent of cases."
Thu Jun 01 2023
Taiwan to end COVID quarantine for arrivals, welcome back tourists
Arrivals will still need to monitor their health for a seven day period and take rapid tests.
Thu Sep 29 2022
COVID: RTK-Ag test kits to be distributed to 59 Perak ADUN service centres - Exco
The Perak government has prepared 1,000 free self-test COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits (RTK-Ag) for each of 59 ADUN service centres.
Tue May 03 2022
Individuals undergoing HSO can be released on fourth day if confirmed negative - Khairy
COVID-19 positive individuals who are undergoing HSO order can be released on the fourth day if confirmed negative through COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test (RTK-Ag) supervised by a medical practitioner.
Wed Apr 27 2022
COVID: MOH can take action against individuals falsifying test results - Khairy
The Ministry of Health (MOH) can take legal action against individuals who falsify antigen rapid test kit (RTK) results in the MySejahtera application, said its Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Sat Mar 26 2022
Govt studying need to review ceiling price of COVID-19 self test kits - Nanta Linggi
The government is looking into the need to review the ceiling price for COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Kits in the market.
Thu Mar 10 2022
Public urged not to be influenced by dubious RTK antigen test results
The public has been advised not to be influenced by the various videos on social media showing COVID-19 rapid test kits (RTK) giving dubious results.
Sun Mar 06 2022
Malaysian-made COVID-19 antigen rapid test kit scores 100 pct accuracy
Mediven develops, manufactures, and markets advanced high quality clinical diagnostic molecular and rapid tests.
Wed Mar 02 2022
Omicron survives longer on plastic, skin than prior variants; nose swabbing found best for rapid tests
The Omicron variant can survive longer than earlier versions of the coronavirus on plastic surfaces and human skin.
Tue Jan 25 2022
Compulsory on-arrival COVID-19 test for travellers arriving in Singapore via land VTL from Nov 29
All travellers arriving in Singapore from Malaysia via the land VTL will be required to undertake an Antigen Rapid Test (ART) upon arrival.
Sun Nov 28 2021
COVID-19 self-test kits set to be sold in supermarkets, chain stores this month - Nanta
The self-test kits are currently sold at all registered community pharmacies or health facilities nationwide.
Thu Oct 14 2021
New ceiling price for COVID-19 test kit to be known next month
The new wholesale and retail ceiling price for the COVID-19 antigen rapid test kit (self-test) will be issued next month, Nanta said.
Fri Oct 08 2021
Public advised to check with MDA before buying rapid test kits online
There are 14 licensed companies in Malaysia that distribute rapid test kit products approved by the Health Ministry's MDA.
Mon Sep 13 2021
MOH looking to use other drugs to treat COVID-19 patients - Dr Hishamshah
Dr Hishamshah said these drugs will add to the number of drugs that are being used to treat COVID-19 patients in the serious categories.
Thu Sep 09 2021
141 inspections on sale of COVID-19 antigen rapid test kits conducted Monday - Rosol
Rosol said two of the three premises that sold the test kits above the ceiling price were issued a warning.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Former special forces commander Prabowo to take up Indonesian presidency
Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto will take over as president of the world's third-largest democracy after sweeping the country's election with policies like free meals for school children
Sat Oct 19 2024
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
Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if China went into Taiwan
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said he would impose additional tariffs on China if China were to "go into Taiwan,"
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