Johor seeks to attract investments from Netherlands and China to boost economy
PONTIAN: Netherlands and China are set to be the next destination for the Johor government to expand its investment approach in line with the government’s aim to grow the local economy, says Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. Read full story
Stern action will be taken against foul-mouthed MPs, says speaker
STERN action based on the standing orders of the Dewan Rakyat will be taken against any member of parliament who utters racist, offensive and unparliamentary remarks during meetings.
Ministry reviewing SOP on bringing mental patients to hospitals, says DG
THE Health Ministry is reviewing the standard operating procedure (SOP) of bringing psychiatric patients to health facilities for treatment. Health director-general Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah said this matter is important as it involves the safety of other patients who are on the same premises.
German union calls Friday strike at 7 airports
WORKERS at seven German airports, including the busy hubs of Frankfurt and Munich, will stage a one-day strike on Friday to push their demand for higher wages, the Verdi trade union said. The walkout is expected to cause delays and cancellations for tens of thousands of passengers, especially those travelling on domestic flights.
Increase of NCD cases among causes of hospital congestion, says Dr Zaliha
AN INCREASE in non-communicable disease (NCD) cases due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is among the main factors for congestion in the Emergency and Trauma Department of government hospitals. Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa said although congestion in the emergency department is not something new, the Health Ministry (MOH) takes a serious view […]
Solve land problems in Sabah before thinking about ‘space’, state govt told
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s plan to have its own space launch facility is not sitting well with some people in this state. Read full story
Stern action against those who use racist or derogatory remarks, Speaker warns MPs
KUALA LUMPUR: Stern action will be taken against Members of Parliament if they continue to use racist or derogatory remarks, says Datuk Johari Abdul. Read full story
Govt to empower youth entrepreneurship programmes, says DPM
KUALA LUMPUR: To ensure youths, especially those in rural areas, have the opportunity to improve their living standard, the Rural and Regional Development Ministry has set entrepreneurship empowerment via Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as one of its focal areas. Read full story
Brothers escape gallows after Court of Appeal overturns drug conviction
PUTRAJAYA: Two brothers escaped the gallows after the Court of Appeal here set aside their conviction and death sentence for trafficking in 986.10g of cannabis. Read full story
Domestic ministry suggests expanding petrol stations selling unsubsidised fuel
PADANG BESAR: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has suggested the expansion of unsubsidised petrol and diesel stations to all border states. Read full story