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
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
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024