MPIC: Delay in foreign workers intake due to source countries
The delay in the entry of foreign workers into Malaysia is due to the source countries as they have to carry out several screening tests.
Sun Oct 23 2022
Free COVID-19 tests for haj pilgrims at MOH facilities
Khairy said haj pilgrims who chose to undergo the screening test at private health facilities would have to bear the cost themselves.
Thu Jun 02 2022
Primary school pupils can do COVID-19 self-tests at home - Radzi Jidin
Students selected to undergo the screening tests would then have to submit the results to the school authorities.
Tue Jan 11 2022
Conduct COVID-19 tests at relief centres, avoid emergence of new clusters - Agong
His Majesty today decreed that COVID-19 screening tests must be conducted for all flood evacuees housed at PPS to avoid the emergence of new clusters.
Mon Dec 20 2021
Pupils familiar with COVID-19 screening test - Radzi
The Education Ministry (MOE) has found that a majority of primary school pupils are familiar with the COVID-19 screening test using a saliva test kit, said Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin.
Wed Dec 01 2021
What a worm! Japan firm uses nematodes to sniff out cancer
A screening test using tiny worms to detect early signs of pancreatic cancer in urine has been developed by a Japanese biotech firm.
Thu Nov 18 2021
Agong, Permaisuri arrive home safely
Their Majesties had also undergone screening tests in London, three days prior to leaving for home.
Tue Oct 26 2021
Interstate screening test not compulsory but encouraged - PM Ismail Sabri
The COVID-19 self-screening test is not compulsory for interstate travel which comes into effect tomorrow, nonetheless it is encouraged for the safety of family members.
Sun Oct 10 2021
Socso distributes COVID-19 self-test kits to employers - Saravanan
Saravanan said the initiative was aimed to assist employers in carrying out COVID-19 screening tests in an easier and faster manner.
Thu Oct 07 2021
Langkawi-bound travellers feel safe with KLIA'S COVID-19 screening test SOP
Travellers who wish to take a flight to Langkawi must undergo the COVID-19 screening test.
Thu Sep 16 2021
Proposed COVID screening centres, drive-throughs for FT residents
Apart from PPR and PA, two test centres with drive-throughs are being planned and the number of locations will be increased by June 15.
Sun May 30 2021
Health Ministry to increase testing, manpower, bed capacity to tackle current COVID situation
The Health Ministry (MOH) will implement several measures, including increasing screening tests, manpower and bed capacity, to tackle the ongoing spread of COVID-19 in the country.
Sun May 30 2021
CIDB to enhance monitoring, enforcement of SOP at construction sites
It is compulsory for local workers and foreign workers to undergo the COVID-19 screening test.
Thu May 27 2021
Selangor to consider house to house screening for COVID-19 - MB
Amirudin says it would also depend on the availability of manpower, including volunteers.
Mon May 24 2021
Selangor govt does not reject MCO, wants holistic solution - MB
The state government did not reject the implementation of a full-scale MCO to be in the state but requested the matter to be looked at in a holistic manner.
Wed May 19 2021
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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