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New poverty index to cover more aspects
A MULTIDIMENSIONAL Poverty Index (MPI) is being considered to provide a more comprehensive measure of poverty that goes beyond income levels, says Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir (pic). Read […]
Plan to shield children from cyber threats, exploitation
DIGITAL safety is a major focus of the National Child Policy 2026-2030 as the government steps up efforts to address online risks faced by children, especially Âsexual exploitation, says Deputy […]
Saifuddin: New mechanism planned to help former offenders
THE Home Ministry plans to introduce a mechanism to enable former offenders, who do not commit new offences within a set period, to be regarded as having no criminal record. […]
Kurup: E-waste found in about 700 containers
MORE than half of the 1,241 containers inspected from 2021 to 2025 contained electronic waste (e-waste), says Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Arthur Joseph Kurup. Read full […]
Tok Mat: M’sia to negotiate US tariffs on its own terms
Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia will negotiate tariffs with the United States on its own terms, citing differences in national circumstances, priorities and conditions, compared with other countries, says Foreign Minister Datuk […]
Man charged with murdering girlfriendÂ
AYER HITAM: An unemployed man was charged at the Yong Peng Magistrate’s Court for allegedly murdering his girlfriend at their rented home. Read full story Date: 11 February, 2026 8:00 […]
Miss World beauties plant seeds of hope in KK
AYER HITAM: An unemployed man was charged at the Yong Peng Magistrate’s Court for allegedly murdering his girlfriend at their rented home. Read full story Date: 11 February, 2026 8:00 […]
Koay teow seller back on his feet
PENANG’s legendary barefoot char koay teow seller is back at work nine days after he had falÂlen ill, reported Sin Chew Daily. Read full story Date: 11 February, 2026 8:00 […]
Johor temple devotees help out Tamil school pupils
DEVOTEES of a popular temple in Johor showed their community spirit by providing school supplies and bags to Tamil school students in the area, Malaysia Nanban reported. Read full story […]
Shila’s fame in China fuels Datuk title calls
Fans are clamouring for singer Shila Amzah (pic) to be bestowed with a ‘Datuk’ title, reported Utusan Malaysia. Read full story Date: 11 February, 2026 8:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
