Newly-appointed chairman Wong Chun Wai no stranger to Bernama
Prominent media figure and award-winning journalist Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai replaces Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi whose service ended on Jan 23.
Tue Sep 12 2023
OKU Sentral calls on Health Ministry to establish rare disease policy
Ras Adiba Radzi has called on the Ministry of Health (KKM) to establish a Rare Disease Policy to safeguard the welfare of those suffering from rare illnesses.
Tue Jan 17 2023
Ras Adiba calls on all parties to empower disabled community
Ras Adiba has called on all parties to work together and strengthen efforts to empower Persons with Disabilities (PwD) in the country.
Thu Jan 12 2023
KPWKM, OKU Sentral cooperation will help understand PwD needs better - Nancy
The cooperation between KPWKM and OKU Sentral will allow the ministry to better understand situations and the needs of PwDs in a more detailed manner.
Tue Jan 03 2023
ILHAM 2022 concert a rousing success - Ras Adiba
Ras Adiba said the talented stage performers from Malaysia's community of PwD might pave the way for national road tours next year.
Tue Dec 20 2022
Ras Adiba urges PBT to host more tournaments involving PWDs
PBTs are advised to emulate the MBPJ in organising more tournaments involving PwDs to encourage them to represent the country.
Thu Dec 15 2022
Young generation need to understand importance of public relations - Ras Adiba
The young generation needs to be provided with a deeper understanding of the importance of public relations to ensure they are aware of ethical issues when interacting with society.
Tue Dec 13 2022
Ras Adiba receives Honorary Doctor Degree from OUM
Jeanne said the Degree is a mark of appreciation to Ras Adiba for her outstanding contribution to the persons with disabilities community.
Wed Nov 16 2022
Continuous effort needed for children with SEN to be educated to fullest potential - Ras Adiba
Ras Adiba said developing a broader education system and with educators who have specialised training is an urgent requirement.
Thu Nov 10 2022
GE15: EC should look at availability of facilities, services for the disabled to vote - Ras Adiba
The EC should look at the availability of facilities and services for the disabled during the GE15 to ensure a disabled-friendly voting session.
Mon Oct 17 2022
Govt's move to introduce 'Wakaf Halal PKS OKU' much awaited - Ras Adiba
The government's move to fuel the development of the halal industry by introducing the Wakaf Halal PKS OKU is long-awaited.
Fri Oct 07 2022
Ageing nation: Facilities for senior citizens still lacking - Ras Adiba
Malaysia is expected to be an ageing nation in just eight years but facilities for senior citizens are still lacking and leave much to be desired.
Fri Sep 30 2022
Include PwDs as part of global crisis response plan - US special advisor Sara Minkara
As COVID-19 continues to have wide-reaching impacts, it is imperative for the global community to include PwDs as part of the crisis response plan.
Thu Sep 15 2022
Biotechnology offers new hope for people with disabilities - Ras Adiba
Senator Datuk Ras Adiba welcomed the refurbished biotechnology policy as it gives new hope for PWDs and the rare disease community.
Wed Sep 14 2022
Ras Adiba calls for introduction of more inclusive financial system for PwDs
Ras Adiba has called for regulations to be introduced for a more inclusive financial system to facilitate PwDs perform banking transactions.
Thu Sep 08 2022
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Francissca Peter remembers Tan Sri Ahmad Nawab: A tribute to a musical legend
A legend who has influenced our music for decades, was one of the highlights of my career, says Francissca Peter.
Tue Nov 26 2024
TikTok decision coming soon as Jan. 19 divestment deadline looms
Judges are reviewing TikTok's challenge to a law requiring ByteDance to sell its US assets by Jan. 19 or face a ban.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Lebanese sources: Biden, Macron set to announce Israel-Hezbollah truce
In Washington, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said, "We're close" but "nothing is done until everything is done".
Tue Nov 26 2024
PM meets chaebol tycoon to attract more FDI to Malaysia
Chaebols are prominent figures from South Korea's family-owned conglomerates.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Govt won't allow non-citizen vehicles to enjoy RON95 subsidy - Economy Ministry
The implementation of the RON95 subsidy in 2025 is expected to provide savings of RM3.6 billion to government expenditure.
Tue Nov 26 2024