No more single-use plastic bags at 20 retail chains from Oct 1 - Nga
Starting October 1, 20 hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacy chains will stop providing single-use plastic bags at their 8,000 outlets.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Menu Rahmah discount card offers up to 40 pct discount for operators
Operators can obtain their ingredients from six supermarkets involved; AEON Big, Econsave, Giant, Lotus's, Mydin and NSK.
Thu Nov 02 2023
Rice issue: Authority extension to KPDN only suitable if situation is critical - Mohamad Sabu
Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu ordered local white rice supply to be immediately delivered to all supermarkets, not just to FAMA and LPP branches.
Thu Sep 21 2023
China's biggest salt maker urges public not to panic buy after Fukushima discharge
Salt shelves were emptied in supermarkets and sold out in online sales platforms in some places, including Beijing and Shanghai.
Fri Aug 25 2023
Supermarts, retail stores in five states face egg shortage
The supply of eggs in supermarkets and retail stores in five states - Perak, Penang, Kelantan, Selangor and Melaka - is dwindling.
Thu Dec 15 2022
In wealthy Dubai, poor get free bread from machines
Ten vending machines were installed in supermarkets, with a computer touch screen allowing people to select different types of bread.
Sat Oct 01 2022
Spain seeks to reduce food waste by supermarkets, restaurants
This is a pioneering legal instrument to prevent "wastefulness" in the food chain, Luis Planas said.
Sat Jun 11 2022
Hong Kong leader calls for calm, after supermarkets emptied ahead of mass COVID testing
Carrie Lam calls for calm after residents emptied supermarkets, stocking up on produce ahead of reports of compulsory mass COVID-19 testing.
Tue Mar 01 2022
COVID-19 self-test kits now available for as low as RM6.90
The COVID-19 self-test kit is available for as low as RM6.90 a unit, said Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi.
Mon Nov 01 2021
COVID-19 self-test kits set to be sold in supermarkets, chain stores this month - Nanta
The self-test kits are currently sold at all registered community pharmacies or health facilities nationwide.
Thu Oct 14 2021
Tighten checks on MySejahtera status at all premises - Khairy
There is a need to tighten checks on the MySejahtera application status of individuals at all premises, especially supermarkets, to ensure those placed under the HSO do not gain entry.
Sun Sep 19 2021
New Zealand supermarkets take knives off shelves after 'extremist' stabbing
New Zealand supermarket group Countdown said on Saturday it has removed knives and scissors from its shelves after stabbing incident.
Sat Sep 04 2021
Supermarkets, pharmacies allowed to operate with full staff capacity during lockdown
Also allowed to operate at 100 pct workforce capacity is the e-commerce sector for all product categories.
Mon May 31 2021
MCO 3.0: 2,262 enforcement officers, 222 consumerism coordinators monitoring supply of essential goods nationwide
The supply of essential goods nationwide is still adequate and stable despite the reported increase in shopping activities at supermarkets over the past three days.
Mon May 31 2021
Customers face compound for shopping over two-hour limit - KPDNHEP
The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) has mobilised an operation dubbed 'OPS HAD 2J' from today to ensure the two-hour shopping limit at business premises is observed.
Wed May 26 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