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Photo for illustration purpose only. - 123RF photo.
HEALTH
Roberts syndrome: A rare genetic disorder
KUALA LUMPUR - A recent viral story on social media tells of a fair-skinned baby with long eyelashes...
Novo Nordisk Malaysia general manager Dr Praful Chakkarwar
Novo Nordisk Malaysia general manager Dr Praful Chakkarwar
HEALTH
Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy in Malaysia as new option for obesity management
KUALA LUMPUR – For many Malaysians, losing weight is not simply a matter of willpower, but a long...
For those under the age of 40, the most effective approach is to ensure consistent savings in their EPF accounts. - Bernama file photo
For those under the age of 40, the most effective approach is to ensure consistent savings in their EPF accounts. - Bernama file photo
National
Hitting RM1.3 million in EPF savings might be challenging
PETALING JAYA - Having at least RM1.3mil in retirement savings might be a challenge for most...
The EPF’s RIA is the right step for retirement, but it must be implemented alongside comprehensive supporting policies.
The EPF’s RIA is the right step for retirement, but it must be implemented alongside comprehensive supporting policies.
National
New EPF initiative must be supported by complementary policies
SHAH ALAM - The implementation of the Retirement Income Adequacy (RIA) Framework by the Employees...
Experts have raised concerns over the economic and social impact of the ageing population, particularly the risk of labour shortages as the number of retirees grows faster than the working-age population. - File photo
Experts have raised concerns over the economic and social impact of the ageing population, particularly the risk of labour shortages as the number of retirees grows faster than the working-age population. - File photo
World
The Netherlands sees more elderly than young people for first time
ISTANBUL - The Netherlands has, for the first time, recorded a higher number of people aged 65 and...
This photo taken on Dec 11, 2025, shows a women picking up plastic waste at a landfill on the outskirts of Hanoi. - (Photo by NHAC NGUYEN / AFP)
This photo taken on Dec 11, 2025, shows a women picking up plastic waste at a landfill on the outskirts of Hanoi. - (Photo by NHAC NGUYEN / AFP)
World
'Waiting to die': The dirty business of recycling in Vietnam
HANOI - Crouched between mountains of discarded plastic, Lanh strips the labels off bottles of Coke,...
Median age is the midpoint of a population’s age distribution; as it increases, it reflects the combined effects of longer life expectancy and declining birth rates. Photo illustrated via Canva
Median age is the midpoint of a population’s age distribution; as it increases, it reflects the combined effects of longer life expectancy and declining birth rates. Photo illustrated via Canva
National
Median age of Malaysians set to hit 40.7 years in 2060
PETALING JAYA - Malaysia’s population will undergo a sharp demographic shift over the next four...
A colonoscopy can detect cancer at an early stage, significantly improving the outcome, and while early screening is vital, prevention begins with dietary and lifestyle choices. - Bernama file photo
A colonoscopy can detect cancer at an early stage, significantly improving the outcome, and while early screening is vital, prevention begins with dietary and lifestyle choices. - Bernama file photo
National
Men, it's time to talk - prevent the three leading cancers
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysian men face a rising cancer burden, with lifestyle habits identified as the...
Malaysia officially became an ageing nation in 2021, when the proportion of those aged 65 and above reached seven per cent of the total population. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only
Malaysia officially became an ageing nation in 2021, when the proportion of those aged 65 and above reached seven per cent of the total population. - Bernama photo for illustration purpose only
National
Malaysia to become aged nation by 2048 - Amir Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR - Malaysia is projected to become an ‘aged nation’ by 2048, when the proportion...
Malaysia’s female labour participation rate (FLPR) was 56.4 per cent as of May 2025, an increase from 56.2 per cent in 2023, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
Malaysia’s female labour participation rate (FLPR) was 56.4 per cent as of May 2025, an increase from 56.2 per cent in 2023, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily
HEALTH
Menopause treatment can help women stay in the workforce
KUALA LUMPUR - Lim Ai Jing is feeling a bit guilty. When her 54-year-old mother called her to...
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Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Penang Fire and Rescue Department
Five hectares of forest at Penang Botanical Gardens ablaze
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad delivering his speech at the national-level World Cancer Day 2026 celebration today. - Photo by Bernama
Screening of high-risk travellers a proactive measure to prevent Nipah - Dzulkefly
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Photo: Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department
Three children drown in sewage pond near Sibu Jaya Flats
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
A total of 12 Selangor FC supporters were charged at two Magistrate's Courts today on charges of possessing and testing positive for drugs, on Monday. - Photo by Bernama
12 Selangor FC supporters charged with drug possession, tested positive for drugs
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, now 39, was sent to jail at the age of 14 in 2001 and never imagined he would walk out of prison 25 years later with a "Dr” title to his name. Photo: Selangor Royal Office
Malik, the only pardoned prisoner the Sultan met in person
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Restaurant allegedly washed leftover food before reselling
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
A nasi kandar restaurant in the district has been alleged to have washed leftover food that had already been served to customers before reusing it the following day.
Girl injured in alleged attack, attempted abduction while walking to Rawang night market
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
Neighbours who noticed the commotion rushed to the scene and managed to stop the attack.
SK Labu Besar student reports bullying case to Home Minister, Kedah police chief
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
A bullying case involving a student at SK Labu Besar in Kulim, Kedah has drawn the attention of senior authorities after the victim’s family raised the matter directly with the Home Minister and the Kedah police chief. - Photo: Screenshot from @misiupdate / Tiktok
Zahid seeks to be freed of all 47 charges linked to Yayasan Akalbudi
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has filed an application to be acquitted and discharged of 47 charges of criminal breach of trust, corruption and money laundering linked to Yayasan Akalbudi funds. - BERNAMA FILE PIX
Ex-defence intelligence DG charged with accepting US$20,000 bribe, flight tickets
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
Former military intelligence chief Lieutenant-General Datuk Mohd Razali Alias pleaded not guilty at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court on Thursday to three charges of receiving bribes amounting to ASD20,000 and two international flight tickets in 2024 and last year. - Sinar/Rosli Talib
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