India develops its first cervical cancer vaccine
The vaccine will be administered via injection in two doses among 9-14 year olds and in three doses for those between 15 and 26.
Fri Sep 02 2022
COVID-19: Almost 1.3 million children in Malaysia fully vaccinated
For adolescents aged 12 to 17, a total of 2,911,081 individuals, or 93.6 per cent of the group received two doses of vaccine.
Tue Jun 21 2022
COVID: 30.6 pct of children in Malaysia fully vaccinated
As for the adult population, a total of 22,972,212 or 97.6 per cent have completed two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Fri May 20 2022
Over 960,000 children in Malaysia fully vaccinated against COVID-19
As for the adult population, a total of 22,969,639 or 97.6 pct have completed two doses of the vaccine.
Wed May 11 2022
PicKIDS: Over 400,000 children given first dose
Based on data from the website COVIDNOW, a total 22,943,785 or 97.5 per cent of the adult population have received two doses of the vaccine.
Sun Feb 20 2022
Government to refine SOPs for umrah travel - Ahmad Marzuk
The government will refine SOPs to ensure Muslims going for their Umrah pilgrimage have completed their two doses of the COVID-19 vaccines.
Sat Jan 29 2022
AstraZeneca vaccine booster shot effective against Omicron - Oxford lab study
After a three-dose course of the vaccine, neutralising levels against Omicron were similar to those against the virus's Delta variant after two doses.
Thu Dec 23 2021
UK's Johnson warns of Omicron 'tidal wave', says two doses not enough
Data released on Friday showed that vaccine efficacy against symptomatic infection was substantially reduced.
Mon Dec 13 2021
Guangzhou's real-world study shows Sinovac effective against Delta variant
A recent research on the effectiveness of two doses of COVID-19 vaccine showed that it provided sufficient protection against the spread of the deadly Delta variant worldwide.
Mon Sep 13 2021
Labuan completes 100 per cent vaccination of adult against COVID-19
Rithuan said the island's adult population has completed taking the two doses of the vaccine against the coronavirus.
Wed Sep 08 2021
Individuals with COVID-19 vaccination from abroad need to get digital cert
Individuals who have completed two doses of COVID-19 vaccine abroad need to go to the nearest district health office for verification.
Sun Sep 05 2021
Fully vaccinated individuals must not misuse special privileges - Dr Noor Hisham
Dr Noor Hisham has reminded all those who have completed two doses of their vaccine, not to misuse the special privileges or relaxed restrictions granted by the government.
Sat Aug 21 2021
50.2 percent of Malaysia's adult population fully vaccinated - JKJAV
According to JKJAV, 54 per cent of the country's total population have received the first dose while 36 per cent have completed two doses.
Thu Aug 19 2021
32.9 per cent of population completes two doses of COVID-19 vaccine as of yesterday - Dr Adham
The cumulative tally of vaccine dispensed under the PICK as of yesterday stands at 27,810,855 doses.
Mon Aug 16 2021
Almost all MAF personnel fully vaccinated - Ismail Sabri
Almost all officers and personnel of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) involving 132,885 people have completed two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Thu Aug 12 2021
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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