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Sabah & Sarawak
Sabah to monitor workplace pressure, bullying in hospitals
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah’s health authorities will be closely monitoring the work environment in hospitals and healthcare facilities across the state following the tragic death of a specialist doctor in Lahad Datu.
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Metro News
Using fun to spark STEM talent
The National Science Centre (NSC) hopes its events will inspire greater interest and unearth more young talent in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
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Metro News
Penang top cop: Severe penalties await policemen found guilty of drug crimes
Penalties for policemen involved in drug-related activities will be severe.
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Nation
E-cigs, vapes offer zero benefits, says expert
KUALA LUMPUR: The best way to ensure public health is by completely banning all e-cigarette or vaping products as they offer no benefit to the population, said Datuk Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira.
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Metro News
Championing local craftsmanship
MONOBLOC plastic chairs, the lightweight, stackable chairs found in many eateries and households, have unexpectedly served as inspiration for a set of furniture made from locally sourced wood.
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Metro News
Organisation marks half-century of global impact, 34 years supporting Malaysian families
Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) marked a significant milestone this year.
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Metro News
Modern sanctuary in City of Elmina’s first high-rise
THE City of Elmina will see its first high-rise development when Sime Darby Property Bhd launches its Kanopi Residences on Nov 23.
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Nation
New shift plan for nurses
SERI ISKANDAR: The adjustment of working hours to 45 hours a week for nurses from Dec 1 will not disrupt their work-life balance or impact their welfare, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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Metro News
More aid to propel S’gor students
SOME 2,000 undergraduates of universities in Selangor will benefit from the #KitaSelangor Book Voucher initiative under the Selangor Budget 2025.
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Nation
Police bust job scam, illegal gambling syndicates
KUALA LUMPUR: Five syndicates involved in job scams and illegal online gambling have been busted by the police with 25 suspected human trafficking victims rescued.
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Metro News
Don’t ditch cash yet, say advocates
CONSUMER groups in Johor are calling on businesses, service providers and government agencies to maintain cash payment options, warning that a complete shift to cashless transactions could leave the vulnerable groups behind.
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Nation
Stop treating suicide as a taboo topic, urge mental health experts
KUALA LUMPUR: The stigma surrounding suicide needs to be dispelled amid rising suicide rates in Malaysia, said a psychiatrist.
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Nation
Not cool, says hawker after woman steals from her icebox
A WOMAN who was caught stealing from a hawker’s icebox in Johor Baru was found to be a habitual offender, reported China Press.
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Gymnastics
Bela ciao
BELA Karolyi, a charismatic taskmaster of a gymnastics coach who with his wife, Martha, developed generations of the sport’s leading athletes, but whose reputation was tainted by accusations of an abusive style and blindness to the sexual crimes of Dr Larry Nassar, died last Friday. He was 82.
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Metro News
Common utility tunnel system feasible for new developments
CAN a Common Utility Tunnel (CUT) system, similar to the one in Putrajaya, prevent incidents like the recent tragedy where an Indian national was swallowed by a sinkhole in Jalan Masjid India?
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Nation
Anwar: Better a D than an F
KUALA LUMPUR: The “D” grading of the government by electoral reform watchdog Bersih is acceptable for now, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
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Metro News
Redefining KL’s future
AS SHE marks 100 days in office tomorrow, Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif shares with StarMetro her vision for transforming the Malaysian capital into a developed and inclusive city.
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Nation
PM: No issues with fast-tracking Political Financing Bill
KUALA LUMPUR: There are no issues with expediting the proposed Political Financing Bill, which is currently under review by the relevant bi-partisan Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC), says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
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Metro News
Racing complex plans stalled over site suitability
A SUITABLE location has yet to be found for the proposed motorsports complex in Selangor, which was first announced six years ago.
