Why has it been so difficult to create smoke-free areas in Indonesia? The answer lies in the way laws are made
Indonesia's Ministry of Health estimated to have 69.1 million smokers, the third largest number in the world behind only China and India.
Sat Feb 17 2024
England's smoking age limit should be raised every year: Study
Javed Khan, former head of children's charity Barnardo's, advises raising it annually until eventually no one can buy tobacco products.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Philip Morris Malaysia marks three years of its smoke-free journey
As of September 30, there were an estimated 115,000 total IQOS users in Malaysia.
Thu Nov 25 2021
PMI calls for science-based discourse on smoke-free alternatives
New international survey reveals misinformation is leading to confusion about smoke-free products.
Wed Oct 27 2021
UTHM researchers create battery-powered vehicle
The vehicle is powered by a Lithium-Ion battery with a lifespan of up to 10 years and it can be charged like any other battery.
Thu Oct 15 2020
WHO tells governments to reject Philip Morris-funded smoking foundation
The U.N. health body said there was a conflict of interest in a tobacco firm funding such research - drawing a sharp rebuke from the Foundation's head who said his work was independent.
Thu Sep 28 2017
Smoke alarm - Indonesians take tiny steps against Big Tobacco
A neighbourhood in the Indonesian capital has informally declared itself a smoke-free zone as students plan further protests against what they see as an increased effort by cigarette companies to targ
Fri May 12 2017
Kuching North City Hall to be smoke-free zone effective Jan 2017
DBKU is ready to cooperate with the Malaysian Health Department to impose a penalty towards food premises owners who fail to abide to the new regulation, said Datuk Abang Abdul Wahap Abang Julai.
Wed Dec 14 2016
Residents welcome gazetting public parks as smoke-free zones
Nor Azizah Ahmad Dahlan says the plan announced in July was to protect passive smokers especially children from the dangers of cigarette smoke which could cause chronic diseases.
Sat Nov 19 2016
Health Ministry to extend more smoke-free zones
The Health Ministry is in the midst of studying new areas to be made smoke-free zones before gazetting the areas.
Tue Dec 15 2015
NGO wants govt to set age limit for vaping
The Coalition of Melaka Smoke-Free NGOs (GaNMBAR) today called on the government to set the age limit for buying of e-cigarette or vape to 18 years and above, like for cigarette buyers.
Fri Nov 13 2015
Malaysia a smoke-free nation soon?
Malaysia has adopted two strategies to eventually make the entire country a smoke-free zone, says Health Minister Dr S. Subramaniam.
Wed Jun 24 2015
Japanese manicurist takes on plastic pollution, one nail at a time
Before global leaders address plastic pollution, a Japanese manicurist highlights the issue by incorporating it into her nail designs.
Sat Nov 23 2024
What to watch for ahead of US presidential inauguration
Here's a timeline of events between now and inauguration day.
Sat Nov 23 2024
The battle to reduce road deaths
In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
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