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Stunting does not only occur after birth, but often begins before a child is born, with data from the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2022 showing that 39.4 per cent of pregnant women were anaemic, indicating nutritional deficiencies and a major risk for low birth weight and stunting in newborns. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Stunting does not only occur after birth, but often begins before a child is born, with data from the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2022 showing that 39.4 per cent of pregnant women were anaemic, indicating nutritional deficiencies and a major risk for low birth weight and stunting in newborns. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Malaysia needs to form high-level committee to tackle rising childhood stunting
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia needs to establish a high-level, bipartisan national committee chaired by...
Al-Biruni, the ninth AYG branch, serves as a youth interaction centre and a safe space for teenagers and the local community. Photo: Facebook Adab Youth Garage (AYG)
Al-Biruni, the ninth AYG branch, serves as a youth interaction centre and a safe space for teenagers and the local community. Photo: Facebook Adab Youth Garage (AYG)
National
Flat children face five critical social challenges
SHAH ALAM - Children growing up in low cost flats are grappling with five major social problems,...
A mother and her daughter sit on a swing at a playground at the Nordstadt, which is considered a social hotspot, with high unemployment, poverty and crime, in Dortmund, western Germany on July 10, 2023. - (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP)
A mother and her daughter sit on a swing at a playground at the Nordstadt, which is considered a social hotspot, with high unemployment, poverty and crime, in Dortmund, western Germany on July 10, 2023. - (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP)
World
Child poverty in Germany reaches record high: Report
BERLIN - Child poverty in Germany has reached a record high, with one in five children affected in...
Sixty-nine million children -- or more than one in five -- live in poverty in the world's 40 richest countries UNICEF said in a report released Wednesday, blasting Britain and France for their particularly bad standings. Photo for illustrative purposes only - 123RF
Sixty-nine million children -- or more than one in five -- live in poverty in the world's 40 richest countries UNICEF said in a report released Wednesday, blasting Britain and France for their particularly bad standings. Photo for illustrative purposes only - 123RF
News
One in five children in rich countries lives in poverty: Unicef
UNITED NATIONS - Sixty-nine million children -- or more than one in five -- live in poverty in the...
For illustrative purposes only. Photo by Bernama
For illustrative purposes only. Photo by Bernama
LETTERS
Malaysian children need an independent Children’s Commission
The Government is currently developing a Children's Commission Bill. The passing of a...
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern. - File photo by AFP
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern. - File photo by AFP
News
Jacinda Ardern becomes a dame as New Zealand honours former PM
WELLINGTON - Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has received one of the country's...
Chris Hipkins. - AFP
Chris Hipkins. - AFP
News
Chris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand Prime Minister
WELLINGTON - Chris Hipkins was sworn in as New Zealand Prime Minister on Wednesday, with his...
The child advocates and civil society organisations are delighted that children are getting a clear focus from the new government. Photo for illustration purposes only - 123RF
The child advocates and civil society organisations are delighted that children are getting a clear focus from the new government. Photo for illustration purposes only - 123RF
LETTERS
Department for Children brings hope
The announcement by Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, Women, Family and Community Development Minister, that...
United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) - sinar archive
United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef) - sinar archive
News
Thailand must increase its investment in children, says Unicef
BANGKOK - Thailand must increase its investment in children and take additional measures to tackle...
Photo by MOHD HALIM ABDUL WAHID
Photo by MOHD HALIM ABDUL WAHID
National
Children in PPR most neglected group
PETALING JAYA - Children residing with their families in the People's Housing Project (PPR)...
New
India's Prime Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Narendra Modi waves to supporters as he arrives at party headquarters in New Delhi. Photo by AFP
India's Prime Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Narendra Modi waves to supporters as he arrives at party headquarters in New Delhi. Photo by AFP
India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West Bengal
Former Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli is scheduled to return to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters here tomorrow to continue providing his statement in connection with an investigation into a RM1.1 billion investment case.
Former Economy Minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli is scheduled to return to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) headquarters here tomorrow to continue providing his statement in connection with an investigation into a RM1.1 billion investment case.
Rafizi to continue giving statement to MACC tomorrow after nine-hour probe
Global Star Wars celebration, the exhibition opens tonight, marking a special opening night that blends pop culture, local artistry and community-driven creativity.
Global Star Wars celebration, the exhibition opens tonight, marking a special opening night that blends pop culture, local artistry and community-driven creativity.
Star Wars meets Malaysian creativity at Aperture with ‘Born of Stars, Made at Home’...
Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates after winning the 2026 Miami Formula One Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Florida. Photo by Chandan Khanna/AFP
Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates after winning the 2026 Miami Formula One Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Florida. Photo by Chandan Khanna/AFP
Three things we learned from the Miami Grand Prix
Businessman Rosmaini Abdul Raof, who was recently ordered to serve 14 years in prison for assaulting his ex-wife into a coma, is expected to face similar charges involving his third wife at the Sungai Petani Court in Kedah this Thursday.
Businessman Rosmaini Abdul Raof, who was recently ordered to serve 14 years in prison for assaulting his ex-wife into a coma, is expected to face similar charges involving his third wife at the Sungai Petani Court in Kedah this Thursday.
'I'm no longer his lawyer': Kamal Hisham drops wife-beater Rosmaini's case
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Labour Day spotlight: The hidden struggles of e-hailing drivers
Photo for illustration purposes only. - CANVA
Photo for illustration purposes only. - CANVA
Healthy lifestyle key for artistes with irregular schedules, says Wan Azizah
CHERAS, 11 April -- Isteri Perdana Menteri juga Ahli Parlimen Bandar Tun Razak Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail berucap seterusnya merasmikan Dewan Persatuan Kebajikan Sayangi Rakyat Kuala Lumpur hari ini. Wan Azizah berkata amalan kitar semula perlu dijadikan budaya dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia bagi menangani isu pencemaran alam sekitar, terutama pencemaran plastik yang semakin membimbangkan. Beliau berkata sehubungan itu, usaha di peringkat komuniti seperti penubuhan pusat kitar semula berasaskan sukarelawan mampu menjadi model kepada masyarakat di seluruh negara. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) HAK CIPTA TERPELIHARA
CHERAS, 11 April -- Isteri Perdana Menteri juga Ahli Parlimen Bandar Tun Razak Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail berucap seterusnya merasmikan Dewan Persatuan Kebajikan Sayangi Rakyat Kuala Lumpur hari ini. Wan Azizah berkata amalan kitar semula perlu dijadikan budaya dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia bagi menangani isu pencemaran alam sekitar, terutama pencemaran plastik yang semakin membimbangkan. Beliau berkata sehubungan itu, usaha di peringkat komuniti seperti penubuhan pusat kitar semula berasaskan sukarelawan mampu menjadi model kepada masyarakat di seluruh negara. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) HAK CIPTA TERPELIHARA
Economists warn RM5.4 billion cuts to health and higher education threaten Malaysia’s future
Photo for illustration purposes only. - CANVA
Photo for illustration purposes only. - CANVA
Nine-year-old girl swept away by strong currents in Cheras drain
A search and rescue operation is underway for a nine-year-old girl who is feared drowned after falling into a drain at the Sri Hijau Condominium in Bandar Mahkota Cheras on Friday.
A search and rescue operation is underway for a nine-year-old girl who is feared drowned after falling into a drain at the Sri Hijau Condominium in Bandar Mahkota Cheras on Friday.
The election nobody is officially calling, yet everyone is planning for
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