MMA welcomes revision of private GP consultation fees, says sustainable rates needed to keep clinics afloat
KUCHING, March 15 — The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) welcomes the Health Minister’s announcement about the revised private general practitioners’ (GPs) consultation fees under Schedule 7 of the Private Healthcare Facilities and Services Act (PHFSA) 1998, to be announced before…
Tradition over trends: Ramadan bazaars in Johor go back to classic ‘buka puasa’ favourites
JOHOR BARU, March 15 — Most Ramadan Bazaar traders here are offering traditional-inspired dishes as they cater to demand for classic buka puasa dishes, especially those popular during the fasting month. In Johor Baru, those visiting the bazaar’s are increasingly…
DAP set for a reset? Loke promises big changes if re-elected as party sec-gen
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has pledged a significant overhaul of the party’s central executive committee (CEC) if he secures re-election in the party polls on Sunday. According to Malaysiakini, Loke said that a major reshuffle…
From 30 days to three: AI to revolutionise industrial court records, says HR minister
GEORGE TOWN, March 14 — The Human Resources Ministry (Kesuma), through the Malaysian Industrial Court, will upgrade its digital recording system using artificial intelligence. Its minister, Steven Sim said the system could generate immediate transcripts during case proceedings to boost…
Kota Kinabalu’s crackdown on ‘slippery’ beggars a cat-and-mouse chase, say authorities
KOTA KINABALU, March 14 — Authorities in Kota Kinabalu are intensifying efforts to address the growing issue of beggars in the city, particularly focusing on the Palauh community, many of whom lack valid identification documents and are frequently seen begging…
Ramadan bazaar buzz in Kamunting: PM Anwar’s visit draws crowds and boosts sales
TAIPING, March 14 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim drew an enthusiastic crowd during his visit to the Rahmah Ramadan Bazaar in Kamunting here today, as traders and visitors warmly welcomed his presence. Anwar arrived around 6 pm, accompanied…
Federal Court reinstates death sentence for Rawang man who murdered wife and baby in 2016
PUTRAJAYA, March 14 — The Federal Court today reinstated the death penalty for a former lorry driver convicted of murdering his wife and seven-month-old daughter in 2016. Notably, the decision coincided with Satvender Singh’s 39th birthday. A three-judge panel comprising…
AirBorneo to operate Bebuling STOLport, boosting Betong’s air connectivity, says Sarawak deputy premier
BETONG, March 14 — Sarawak’s own airline, AirBorneo, is set to enhance air connectivity in Betong Division, with operations expected to commence at the Bebuling Short Take-Off and Landing Airport (STOLport) upon its completion in November this year. According to…
Former PM Ismail Sabri quizzed by MACC for six hours, returning Monday
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — Former prime minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob left the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters at 5:42pm today after nearly six hours of questioning. According to Astro Awani, he is expected to return on Monday…
KLIA2 passenger fined RM50,000 for smuggling five protected birds in check-in luggage
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — An Indonesian construction worker was fined RM50,000 by the Sessions Court in Sepang today after pleading guilty to a charge of attempting to smuggle five fully protected Asian Koels (Eudynamys scolopaceus) in his check-in baggage…
