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Boy dies three months after mongoose bite
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD boy in the Thiruvarur district of India’s Tamil Nadu state died three months after he was bitten by a mongoose, Malaysia Nanban reported. Read full story Date: 31 […]
Johor mall gets community together for record-breaking feat
ISKANDAR PUTERI: A mall here is ushering in Chinese New Year with the installation of a record-breaking horse replica crafted entirely from ang pow origami. Read full story Date: 31 […]
EPF for medical coverage a relief
PETALING JAYA: For many Malaysians, the biggest worry isn’t getting sick – it’s paying for treatment without going broke. Read full story Date: 31 January, 2026 4:00 am Source: thestar.com.my
Don’t wait for MHIT to get basic insurance, M’sians urged
PETALING JAYA: Uninsured Malaysians should secure basic medical protection now rather than waiting for the government’s proposed medical and health insurance and takaful (MHIT) plan. Read full story Date: 31 […]
GLICs translate Madani values into action
KUALA LUMPUR: Reflecting on the achievements of 2025, Malaysia’s government-linked investment companies (GLICs) marked the year not with balance sheets alone, but with stories of lives touched, futures strengthened, and […]
PM calls for zero compromise on foreigners misusing visitor’s pass
PUTRAJAYA: Action has been taken against more than 54,000 foreign visitors for misusing their social visit passes, prompting the Prime Minister to call for firm enforcement measures, says Datuk Fahmi […]
1,399 housing projects revived under task force
PUTRAJAYA: A total of 1,399 private housing projects, comprising 167,423 units with a Gross Development Value (GDV) of RM133.78bil, have been successfully revived since the establishment of the Task Force […]
Safer Internet Day eyes stronger cyber safety awareness
KUALA LUMPUR: The Safer Internet Day 2026 celebration on Feb 8 will focus on strengthening the role of parents in monitoring their children’s Internet usage, while also raising public awareness […]
Ministry to recruit 20,000 teachers
PETALING JAYA: The Education Ministry will recruit 20,000 new Grade DG9 Education Service Officers on a contract of service basis to meet the demand for teachers in schools nationwide. Read […]
Myanmar national stabbed to death in Tanjong Malim farmhouse
IPOH: A Myanmar national has been found dead with stab wounds at a farmhouse in Kampung Kelawar, Tanjong Malim. Read full story Date: 31 January, 2026 12:00 am Source: thestar.com.my