Thai PM: 'I don't agree with recreational use' of cannabis
Thailand's cannabis industry projected to be worth up to $1.2 bln over the next few years with thousands of businesses in tourist hot spots.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Kedah APM identifies 38 locations at risk of water surge
Kedah Civil Defence Force has identified recreational areas and rivers in 10 districts at risk of water surge and mud flood incidents.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Bodies of two sisters who drowned at Tg Buloh beach found
The victim's father said his family of six had come to the beach for recreational activities in conjunction with Labour Day holiday.
Tue May 02 2023
Switzerland tries slow-mo cannabis revolution
Switzerland is now experimenting with decriminalising recreational cannabis, with the drug now available in some Basel pharmacies.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Two varsity students drown during picnic at Sg Chiling
Two students of a private university were found drowned during a recreational outing at Sungai Chiling in Peretak, Kuala Kubu Bharu today.
Fri Dec 30 2022
Ballooning use of laughing gas in Europe is no joke, drugs agency says
The recreational use of nitrous oxide, also known as "laughing gas", is on the rise in Europe among young people.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Malaysia has much to offer in halal economy, other areas in Muslim world - Mustapa
Mustapa said the nation currently leads in Islamic finance, halal food, Muslim-friendly travel, and media and recreation sectors.
Wed Oct 19 2022
Madrasah student drowns in Langkawi
A student of a madrasah in Banting was found drowned in the river at the Lubuk Semilang Forest Recreation Park in Langkawi today.
Mon Oct 03 2022
SAR operation at Gunung Senyum called off due to non-existent victim
The SAR operation to locate a man who had gone missing in the Gunung Senyum Recreational Forest in Temerloh was called off today after it was believed that the 'victim' was non-existent.
Fri Sep 30 2022
No recreational use of cannabis in Malaysia - Khairy
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin today assured that the government will not allow recreational use of cannabis in Malaysia.
Wed Aug 24 2022
Pot-smoking tourists not welcome in Thailand, says health minister
Thailand's health minister discouraged tourists from visiting the country only to smoke weed.
Wed Aug 17 2022
Recreational fear: Can watching horror movies help us overcome our anxieties?
"Recreational fear," similar to experiences sought out by thrillseekers, and they can help us find the courage to face everyday life.
Sun Aug 07 2022
Teenager feared drowned after being swept away by strong currents
A male teenager is feared drowned while three others have survived after they were swept by currents while bathing at the Pasir Puteri recreation area in Sungai Lembing today.
Fri May 06 2022
Sporting, recreational activities allowed without restrictions from tomorrow - KBS
KBS announced today that all sports and recreational activities are now allowed without restrictions including vaccination status and time limit effective tomorrow.
Sat Apr 30 2022
Sports and recreational sector now fully open - Ahmad Faizal
Sports and recreational activities can now be fully implemented in line with the Transition to Endemic phase which begins today, says Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu.
Fri Apr 01 2022
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024