
Over 30,000 applicants will receive first BUDI MADANI cash assistance on June 10 - MoF
MoF says, farmers, small-scale commodity growers have been approved for the financial aid, with first RM200 disbursement set for June 10.
Thu Jun 06 2024

M'sia needs to cultivate 1,447 hectares of onions to cut import dependency by 2030
MARDI has initiated small-scale cultivation of three varieties of onions for this year and next, focusing on red onions.
Tue Feb 06 2024

Malaysia to set up another field hospital in Turkiye - Army Chief
Another small-scale Malaysian Field Hospital (HMM) is expected to be set up in Turkiye to provide humanitarian aid to earthquake victims, said Chief of Army Gen Tan Sri Zamrose Mohd Zain.
Mon Feb 13 2023

Hindu devotees, foreign tourists throng Penang to celebrate Thaipusam
After two years of celebrating Thaipusam on a small scale, Hindu devotees as well as foreign tourists in Penang are going all out this year to commemorate the birthday of Lord Murugan.
Sat Feb 04 2023

China's protests over lockdowns spread to campuses and communities abroad
Small-scale vigils and protests have been held in cities in Europe, Asia and North America, including London, Paris, Tokyo and Sydney.
Mon Nov 28 2022

FINAS allocates RM38 million in digital content grant to help filmmakers
Zahidi said the fund will help small-scale filmmakers showcase their talents and works on over-the-top platforms.
Tue Oct 26 2021

Preparations for National Day celebration at 90% - KKMM sec-gen
Mohammad Mentek said the main event will not involve the presence of the public physically and would be carried out on a small scale.
Thu Aug 26 2021

Govt allows G1, G2 contractors to operate during MCO 3.0 phase 1
GI and G2 categories contractors appointed by local authorities (PBT) to carry out construction work for small-scale projects have been allowed to operate throughout Phase 1 of MCO 3.0.
Thu Jun 24 2021

Cicadas make their Olympic debut in miniature art scenes
The appearance of the insects known as Brood X, has inspired Virginia photographer Oxana Ware to create small-scale art installations.
Sat May 29 2021

From burger stall operator to restaurant owner
From humble beginnings of selling burgers on a small scale, today Mohd Hafizi employs 40 workers at his own restaurant MHR Burger's.
Wed May 19 2021

Govt allows resumption of small scale fishing activities
The government has allowed small-scale fishing activities to resume throughout the period of the Movement Control Order (MCO), subject to permission from the police.
Tue Feb 09 2021

MCO 2.0: Important to balance economic, health aspects - Ismail Sabri
The MCO this time around is looking at the economic importance both through large companies and small-scale traders.
Mon Jan 25 2021

RM17 bln from COVID-19 fund to be spent on wage subsidy scheme, other projects
A total of RM17 billion from the COVID-19 Fund will be spent mainly on the Wage Subsidy Programme (WSP), small-scale infrastructure projects, SMEs soft loan and food security.
Fri Nov 06 2020

Govt urged to pay more attention to plight of hawkers, traders in Budget 2021
Its secretary, Mohammad Salezan Mohd Salleh said the call was made after considering that the majority of new and small traders were those who had lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri Nov 06 2020

COVID-19: Celebrating Malaysia Day in new norm
Without official celebrations in some states like in previous years, various parties took the initiative to enliven the celebration on a small scale.
Wed Sep 16 2020

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025