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Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama file photo
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How Malaysia's harsh drug laws hurt the young and low-income group
KUALA LUMPUR - Mat (not his real name) went to prison hungry.  One night in 2017, when he was 20...
Saudi Arabia, one of the world's most prolific users of the death penalty, has carried out 239 executions so far this year. - AFP file photo for illustration purpose only
Saudi Arabia, one of the world's most prolific users of the death penalty, has carried out 239 executions so far this year. - AFP file photo for illustration purpose only
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Saudi executions soar to 17 in three days
DUBAI - Saudi authorities put two people to death Monday to reach 17 in three days, state media...
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
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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,...
Legal experts are urging parents to take immediate action themselves, using existing laws to protect their children before harm escalates. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Legal experts are urging parents to take immediate action themselves, using existing laws to protect their children before harm escalates. Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
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Dear parents, take bullying seriously: Legal steps you can take immediately
WHEN a child is bullied, every second counts and waiting for authorities can mean waiting too long....
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Photo for illustration purpose only. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
National
Can decriminalisation break the cycle of addiction for women?
KUALA LUMPUR - One afternoon in August 2024, Alice (not her real name) opened her bedroom door to a...
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Photo for illustration purposes only. - 123RF
National
The next step in fighting drug abuse?
KUALA LUMPUR - At the nondescript entrance of Poliklinik Khafidz, the clinic to treat addiction in...
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Photo for illustration purpose only. - File photo by AFP
World
Marijuana to be classified in US as less dangerous drug
WASHINGTON - The US government moved to categorise marijuana as a less dangerous drug on Thursday,...
Adjunct Professor Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam
Adjunct Professor Dr Prem Kumar Shanmugam
National
Amendment of law on drug addicts a positive step, say mental health experts
SHAH ALAM - The Home Ministry's announcement that it is amending the Drug Addicts (Treatment...
A cannabis plant is pictured at the "Cannabis Cup Thailand" marijuana-based competition and event at No Man's Land dispensary in Bangkok on Dec 10, 2022. - AFP FILE PIX
A cannabis plant is pictured at the "Cannabis Cup Thailand" marijuana-based competition and event at No Man's Land dispensary in Bangkok on Dec 10, 2022. - AFP FILE PIX
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Thai government says will ban recreational cannabis use
BANGKOK - The Thai government will urgently move a bill to ban the recreational use of cannabis, the...
Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC) chairman Dr Murallitharan Munisamy
Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC) chairman Dr Murallitharan Munisamy
National
Do not contest leave for judicial review on reclassification of nicotine, NGO urges govt
KUALA LUMPUR - The Malaysian Council for Tobacco Control (MCTC) urges the Health Ministry and the...
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C Navindren Raj, 38, S Sridharan, 30, and S Pratifkumar, 30, had been detained under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) upon their arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport earlier today. Photo by Bernama
C Navindren Raj, 38, S Sridharan, 30, and S Pratifkumar, 30, had been detained under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012 (SOSMA) upon their arrival at Kuala Lumpur International Airport earlier today. Photo by Bernama
Three charged over alleged membership of 'Captain Praba gang'
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Photo illustrated via Canva.
Compulsory Malaysian history for all students - MSJN
Security personnel patrol near a deserted Kozhikode beach after restrictions were imposed by the district administration in Kozhikode, in India's southern state of Kerala on September 18, 2023. (AFP file photo)
Security personnel patrol near a deserted Kozhikode beach after restrictions were imposed by the district administration in Kozhikode, in India's southern state of Kerala on September 18, 2023. (AFP file photo)
India reports two new cases of deadly Nipah virus
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The invisible economy that holds Malaysia together
A senior officer of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) was remanded for six days from today to facilitate investigations into a corruption case involving about RM150,000. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
A senior officer of the Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) was remanded for six days from today to facilitate investigations into a corruption case involving about RM150,000. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva
MAF senior officer remanded six days in RM150,000 graft case
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Dr M makes first public appearance after hip fracture
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was seen seated in a wheelchair Pavilion Damansara. - Photo: THE STAR
Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was seen seated in a wheelchair Pavilion Damansara. - Photo: THE STAR
Pavilion Bukit Jalil ushers in the Year of the Horse with a month of festive celebration
(From left) Pavilion REIT CEO Datuk Philip Ho, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, Maybank Bhd Head of Cards Md. Gharif Talib and Gold Art Head of Sales Daniel Lim at the official launch of Pavilion Bukit Jalil’s Joyful Prosperity Together, Here Chinese New Year celebration.
(From left) Pavilion REIT CEO Datuk Philip Ho, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang, Maybank Bhd Head of Cards Md. Gharif Talib and Gold Art Head of Sales Daniel Lim at the official launch of Pavilion Bukit Jalil’s Joyful Prosperity Together, Here Chinese New Year celebration.
Wife of ex-army chief charged with receiving RM5,000 from unlawful activities
The 27-year-old pleaded not guilty after the charge was read out before Judge Mohd Azhar Othman. - Bernama photo
The 27-year-old pleaded not guilty after the charge was read out before Judge Mohd Azhar Othman. - Bernama photo
FAM exco members resign en masse with immediate effect
The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) today announced that all members of its Executive Committee (Exco) for the 2025-2029 term have collectively and voluntarily tendered their resignations with immediate effect. Bernama FILE PIX
The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) today announced that all members of its Executive Committee (Exco) for the 2025-2029 term have collectively and voluntarily tendered their resignations with immediate effect. Bernama FILE PIX
Housewife claims rat remains found in popular brand’s canned spaghetti sauce
Rohaniza lodged a complaint with the Health Ministry after discovering a foreign object in the spaghetti sauce she purchased from a supermarket.
Rohaniza lodged a complaint with the Health Ministry after discovering a foreign object in the spaghetti sauce she purchased from a supermarket.
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