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1 in 5 adults still hooked on tobacco despite global decline - WHO
GENEVA - The world is smoking less, but the tobacco epidemic is far from over, according to a new...
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) expresses disappointment over the government’s decision to retain the minimum consultation fee for general practitioners (GPs) at RM10, a rate that has remained unchanged since 1992 despite a review being carried out after 17 years. Photo for illustration purposes only. Photo: Edited via CANVA
The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) expresses disappointment over the government’s decision to retain the minimum consultation fee for general practitioners (GPs) at RM10, a rate that has remained unchanged since 1992 despite a review being carried out after 17 years. Photo for illustration purposes only. Photo: Edited via CANVA
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MMA voices frustration over unchanged RM10 consultation rate for GPs
PUTRAJAYA - The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) expresses disappointment over the government’s...
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Higher excise duties on cigarettes, alcoholic beverages starting Nov 1
KUALA LUMPUR - The excise duty rates on tobacco products and alcoholic beverages will be increased...
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National
2026 Budget: Excise duty for cigarettes up two sen per stick, 10 per cent rise for alcohol - PM
KUALA LUMPUR - Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said excise duties for cigarette and alcohol...
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JomLapor: How to safely report smoking and vaping violations in Malaysia
A recent incident in Shah Alam where a pregnant woman was harassed for confronting a smoker has...
The bank also said the government is unlikely to explore reintroducing the goods and services tax (GST) in Budget 2026 in view of the external headwinds. - 123RF photo
The bank also said the government is unlikely to explore reintroducing the goods and services tax (GST) in Budget 2026 in view of the external headwinds. - 123RF photo
Money
Budget 2026 to prioritise fiscal consolidation, reform and good governance - OCBC Bank
KUALA LUMPUR - The upcoming Budget 2026 is expected to continue focusing on modest fiscal...
Wong, who is also the Finance Minister, said many of the vapes are not just e-cigarettes, but are laced with addictive and harmful substances like etomidate, which could make matters worse in future for the user.
Wong, who is also the Finance Minister, said many of the vapes are not just e-cigarettes, but are laced with addictive and harmful substances like etomidate, which could make matters worse in future for the user.
National
Singapore to treat vaping as drug issue, says Lawrence Wong
SINGAPORE - Singapore will treat vaping as a drug issue, with tougher actions and stiffer...
An economist reportedly suggested raising the rate to between 60 and 75 per cent. - Photo edited via Canva
An economist reportedly suggested raising the rate to between 60 and 75 per cent. - Photo edited via Canva
National
Government mulls raising tobacco tax - Anwar
PUTRAJAYA - The government is considering a proposal to raise the tobacco tax rate, Prime Minister...
In line with public health objectives, tax rates on vape products should be increased relative to cigarettes and heated tobacco sticks. A balanced tax framework can discourage uptake among youth, align with harm reduction goals for smokers and generate revenue for health programs. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only
In line with public health objectives, tax rates on vape products should be increased relative to cigarettes and heated tobacco sticks. A balanced tax framework can discourage uptake among youth, align with harm reduction goals for smokers and generate revenue for health programs. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only
LETTERS
From Crisis to Collaboration: Why Harm Reduction is Malaysia’s Public Health Opportunity
ALMOST two decades ago, I stood at the frontlines of Malaysia’s HIV epidemic, a time when fear,...
Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva
Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and lifestyles but requires a comprehensive, cross-sectoral approach, ranging from public health policies to community-level enforcement and awareness. Photo: Edited via Canva
National
Collective action needed to tackle childhood obesity
KUALA LUMPUR - Addressing childhood obesity is not merely a matter of making changes to diets and...
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Comedian Rizal Van Geyzel - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Comedian Rizal Van Geyzel - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Digital era changes stand-up comedy landscape
For decades, life on Banggi Island moved at the rhythm of the sea. - Photo by Bernama
For decades, life on Banggi Island moved at the rhythm of the sea. - Photo by Bernama
From remote outpost to rising economic jewel of Sabah, Banggi Island charts new future
Aedes aegypti mosquitos are kept in cages for reserachers to collect their eggs, at a laboratory of biotech company Wolbito do Brasil, in Curitiba, Parana state, Brazil on March 19, 2026. - (Photo by NELSON ALMEIDA / AFP)
Aedes aegypti mosquitos are kept in cages for reserachers to collect their eggs, at a laboratory of biotech company Wolbito do Brasil, in Curitiba, Parana state, Brazil on March 19, 2026. - (Photo by NELSON ALMEIDA / AFP)
What if we killed all mosquitoes?
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Brain surgery effects extend beyond operation site: Study
Guests take photos at the Bay Area Store of Shenzhen Book City. - Photo: Shenzhen Government Online website
Guests take photos at the Bay Area Store of Shenzhen Book City. - Photo: Shenzhen Government Online website
Poetry brings young Chinese, Arab writers closer
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Indonesia’s Chromebook procurement scandal: What you need to know
Indonesia's former education minister Nadiem Makarim attends his trial at the Corruption Court in Jakarta on Jan 12, 2026. - (Photo by BAY ISMOYO / AFP)
Indonesia's former education minister Nadiem Makarim attends his trial at the Corruption Court in Jakarta on Jan 12, 2026. - (Photo by BAY ISMOYO / AFP)
NKVE accident: Viral video shows car struck three times near Duta Toll Plaza, one arrested
A multi-vehicle accident along the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) near the Duta Toll Plaza on Friday night turned chaotic after a car was struck three times within minutes, in an incident that later went viral on social media.
A multi-vehicle accident along the New Klang Valley Expressway (NKVE) near the Duta Toll Plaza on Friday night turned chaotic after a car was struck three times within minutes, in an incident that later went viral on social media.
CCTV captures repeated incidents of woman defecating in front of Seremban shop
CCTV footage at the location captured the actions of the woman, who is alleged to frequently defecate. Photo: NegeriSembilanKini
CCTV footage at the location captured the actions of the woman, who is alleged to frequently defecate. Photo: NegeriSembilanKini
Police hunt man who lured boy with phone package offer before confining and sexually assaulting teen in Bukit Kemuning
Police are tracking down a man believed to have confined and sexually assaulted a 14-year-old boy in an apartment in Bukit Kemuning, Section 32, here, yesterday.
Police are tracking down a man believed to have confined and sexually assaulted a 14-year-old boy in an apartment in Bukit Kemuning, Section 32, here, yesterday.
Ab Rauf hints at retaining young BN line-up for next Melaka polls
Melaka Umno liaison committee chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh does not rule out the possibility of retaining the line-up of young Barisan Nasional (BN) leaders selected in the last state election for the next polls. Bernama FILE PIX
Melaka Umno liaison committee chairman Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh does not rule out the possibility of retaining the line-up of young Barisan Nasional (BN) leaders selected in the last state election for the next polls. Bernama FILE PIX
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