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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

Ahead of Asean Day on Aug 8, 100 youth from all 10 member states gathered in Bangkok for Cohort 5 of eYAA, a flagship programme by Maybank Foundation and Asean Foundation.

Civil society partners and experts working with APPGM on Integrity welcomed the proposed amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act as timely but stressed they remain inadequate and need major improvements for lasting impact. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

Nurul Izzah’s (fourth from right) presence at the gathering to defend the independence of the judiciary on Monday has sparked debate among the public.

The state continues to lead Malaysia’s industrial and services sectors, contributing 32.9 per cent to the national manufacturing output and 26.9 per cent to the services sector. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Orang Asli students Adham Hani (center), Nasri Zainal (right) and Amira Hasaan (left), while participating in a remedial class session at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Sungai Tiang recently. Photo by Bernama

This picture shows the rubble of a residential house in Deir el-Balah in the central Gaza Strip on July 1, 2025. (Photo by Eyad BABA / AFP)

Sabah State Leadership Council (MPN) chairman Datuk Mustapha Sakmud

After decades of anticipation, the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) is finally a reality, promising a new era of self-regulation, transparency and accountability for the nation's media landscape. - Bernama file photo

Indonesian Muslims attend a rally in support of the ?Global March to Gaza? at Wibawa Mukti Stadium in Bekasi, West Java on June 15, 2025. (Photo by Aditya Irawan / AFP)