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You wake up one day, decide you’ve had enough and never touch a cigarette again. But anyone who has lived with nicotine knows the story is different. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva
You wake up one day, decide you’ve had enough and never touch a cigarette again. But anyone who has lived with nicotine knows the story is different. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily via Canva
LETTERS
Why quitting smoking is harder than you think
Every smoker has heard it before: “Just quit. Throw away the pack. Use willpower.” If only it...
Photo for illustration purpose only. Photo credit: Sezeryadigar/Getty Images/Canva
Photo for illustration purpose only. Photo credit: Sezeryadigar/Getty Images/Canva
World
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
National
MMA voices frustration over unchanged RM10 consultation rate for GPs
PUTRAJAYA - The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) expresses disappointment over the government’s...
Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily.
Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily.
National
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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Photo for illustration purposes only.
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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Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
National
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,...
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A worker cleans the windows of Warisan Merdeka Tower (KL118) the second tallest building in the world, in Kuala Lumpur on August 19, 2025. - (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP)
A worker cleans the windows of Warisan Merdeka Tower (KL118) the second tallest building in the world, in Kuala Lumpur on August 19, 2025. - (Photo by Mohd RASFAN / AFP)
Fitch: Malaysia’s debt capital market projected to hit US$640b by end-2026
Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki
Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki
Mara to deploy ex-soldiers as wardens across all MRSMs in 2027
The day's programme leaned into variety over intensity. A 5km community run by Turbo Run Club kicked things off, followed by a dance fitness session from Groove Society and strength and mobility training led by PJ Collective. For those after something slower, there was sunrise yoga and a breathwork and sound bath session by Savy Ho. Photo: LAC Malaysia
The day's programme leaned into variety over intensity. A 5km community run by Turbo Run Club kicked things off, followed by a dance fitness session from Groove Society and strength and mobility training led by PJ Collective. For those after something slower, there was sunrise yoga and a breathwork and sound bath session by Savy Ho. Photo: LAC Malaysia
From run clubs to pickleball: FitVibes 2.0 reflects Malaysia's growing appetite for...
An elderly man has been arrested by police after allegedly attempting to kill his 46-year-old nephew in an incident in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Illustrative photo.
An elderly man has been arrested by police after allegedly attempting to kill his 46-year-old nephew in an incident in Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. Illustrative photo.
Unable to endure verbal abuse and insults, elderly man stabs nephew 
The removal of two senior Bersatu leaders from Perikatan Nasional’s (PN) top leadership appears to be part of a broader strategy by Pas to gradually edge Bersatu out of the coalition without formally expelling it, according to political analysts.
The removal of two senior Bersatu leaders from Perikatan Nasional’s (PN) top leadership appears to be part of a broader strategy by Pas to gradually edge Bersatu out of the coalition without formally expelling it, according to political analysts.
Pas tightening grip on PN, gradually pushing Bersatu out, say analysts
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Rohingya activist draws backlash after Australia speech criticising Malaysia
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
A former Rohingya refugee turned activist has faced criticism from Malaysian social media users after remarks made during an awards speech in Australia, in which she highlighted Malaysia’s treatment of Rohingya children, went viral online. Screenshots from Noor Azizah's Instagram video
Bersatu on the brink of collapse as Muhyiddin fails to manage Pas conflict, says Wan Ahmad Fayhsal
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
Bersatu is on the brink of collapse due to party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s failure to manage the internal conflict with Pas, according to Machang member of parliament Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal.
Rukun Negara remains Malaysia's shield against extremism and disinformation
The Rukun Negara remains highly relevant in helping Malaysia manage diversity and navigate growing challenges posed by polarisation, extremism and disinformation, says National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang. BERNAMA photo
The Rukun Negara remains highly relevant in helping Malaysia manage diversity and navigate growing challenges posed by polarisation, extremism and disinformation, says National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang. BERNAMA photo
PSM CEO charged over Bukit Jalil National Squash Centre graft
The chief executive officer of Perbadanan Stadium Malaysia (PSM) Iliyas Jamil, 42, was charged in the Sessions Court here today with seven counts of corruption involving RM1.45 million in connection with the RM8.7 million tender to upgrade the Bukit Jalil National Squash Centre. Photo by Bernama
The chief executive officer of Perbadanan Stadium Malaysia (PSM) Iliyas Jamil, 42, was charged in the Sessions Court here today with seven counts of corruption involving RM1.45 million in connection with the RM8.7 million tender to upgrade the Bukit Jalil National Squash Centre. Photo by Bernama
Nancy Shukri's husband passes away
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
The passing of Datuk Kamil Misuari was announced by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) minister's office in a media statement.
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