PETALING JAYA: Rice and other food items dumped at a rubbish disposal site in Temerloh, Pahang, were found to be unfit for consumption, says the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry. As such, the ministry urged all parties not to speculate as the issue is under investigation under the Control of …

Bulk of designated buildings have not been certified, says Selangor Fire and Rescue Dept STARTING 2026, buildings in nine categories that require Selangor Fire and Rescue Department certification must hold fire drills in order to renew their certification. “With the Fire Safety Organisation (OKK) Gazette 2020, fire drills will be …

In Italy, certain restaurants are encouraging their customers to set aside their smartphones while they eat to truly enjoy the moment. But to convince diners to give up their phones, they usually have to promise rewards. Restaurant owners seem to be taking an increasingly taking a dim view of smartphone …

PETALING JAYA: There are enough laws to deal with domestic violence but authorities should be more responsive when victims file police reports, say women’s non-governmental organisations. Association of Women Lawyers committee member Meera Samanther said many domestic violence victims tend to live in fear even after filing reports and getting …

SEREMBAN folk can enjoy a festive celebration this weekend in Bayu Sutera, Bandar Sri Sendayan in Negri Sembilan. The “Fantasia Raya” event, organised by Matrix Concepts Holdings Bhd, will be headlined by Broadway Bunga Raya: A Malay Medley, a festive short musical. The programme also includes traditional dances like kuda …

The expansion of access to higher education is prompting employers and recruiters to pay closer attention to the additional skills of job applicants. If human qualities – the famous soft skills – have become a decisive criterion for hiring, the mastery of artificial intelligence could prove just as important. At …

PETALING JAYA: The proposal to amend the Medical Act 1971 (Act 50) will receive the much-needed boost with a joint memorandum between the Health Ministry and the Higher Education Ministry, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. The Health Minister said the report will be submitted to the Cabinet soon as …

‘Establishing body to monitor charitable bodies will build trust’ NON-GOVERNMENTAL organisations (NGOs) in Johor are open to the idea of setting up a charity commission to monitor and oversee them. They said it was a good move that would not only weed out irresponsible groups taking advantage of the generosity …

(Reuters) – Alphabet Inc’s Google on Friday said it will roll back requirements that U.S. suppliers and staffing firms pay their employees at least $15 an hour and provide health insurance and other benefits, a move that could allow the tech giant to avoid bargaining with unions. The elimination of …

Faded or tattered flags must be removed, as sign of respect HOISTING the Jalur Gemilang during the Merdeka month is about patriotism and national pride. Malaysians will raise the flag in their homes and offices, with some going the extra mile by decorating their surroundings or vehicles to show their …