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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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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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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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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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Gain access to reliable news and get rewarded
PETALING JAYA: For the past 53 years, The Star has been dedicated to delivering the news as it is, ensuring that every story is backed by facts and reported with integrity.
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PM at the centre of debate over Israel remarks
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was at the centre of a heated debate in the Dewan Rakyat, as he defended his recent comments on Israel, calling for a better understanding of context.
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‘Afghans shown education model’
PETALING JAYA: The purpose of meeting a delegation from Afghanistan’s education ministry was to show them how a modern Islamic nation’s education system could be, says the Education Ministry.
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Only registered contractors should do electrical works and checks
PETALING JAYA: Wiring systems and inspections should only be carried out by contractors registered with the Energy Commission, says Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia president Chang Yew Cheong.
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M’sia, Vietnam to boost collaboration
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Vietnam have agreed to further cooperate across multiple sectors, including defence, marine, digital and energy, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
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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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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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All Johor employees to get two-hour break on Fridays
ISKANDAR PUTERI: Starting next year, both the public and private sectors in Johor will be required to allocate a two-hour break for their employees on Fridays, says Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.
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PAC to review ‘expensive’ deal with Bestinet
THE Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has unanimously decided to initiate proceedings on the procurement of the Foreign Workers Centralised Management System (FWCMS) by the Home Ministry.
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Mohd Azmawi sworn in as new Nenggiri rep
KOTA BARU: Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani, who pulled off a stunning upset in the Nenggiri state by-election on Aug 17, was sworn in as an assemblyman at the Kelantan State Legislative Assembly during a meeting here.
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Good yield for three brothers’ farm venture
THREE brothers have achieved their dream of making it in agriculture after their crop sales grew to five tonnes a day, Sinar Harian reported.
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Saving more lives on the road with telematics
KUALA LUMPUR: Following a series of fatal accidents involving trailers last week, a road safety expert has called for the mandatory installation of black box-like systems in heavy vehicles to track driving behaviour and enable predictive maintenance.
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Silambam contest elevates Tamil school
SJK(T) JALAN Tajul from Kota Tinggi emerged the overall champion of an inaugural silambam competition for Tamil schools in Johor, Malaysia Nanban reported.The event, organised by the State Silambam Korvai Kazhagam in Iskandar Puteri, saw the participation of 220 students from 15 Tamil schools in the state.
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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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Lifelong learner, 80, earns PhD at USM
GEORGE TOWN: An 80-year-old former engineer from Hong Kong has successfully completed his PhD at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), becoming a beacon of lifelong learning and continuous self-improvement.
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Cop honoured for swift murder arrest
JOHOR BARU: Putting himself in the shoes of others has always been an important principle for Insp S. Karnan, driving him to be relentless in carrying out his duties.
