Health Ministry proposes adding fresh produce to Sara, says Dzulkefly

CYBERJAYA: The Health Ministry will propose to the Cabinet that fruits and fresh produce be included in the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) redemption list to promote healthier eating, said Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. The Health Minister said adding fresh produce to the SARA list would encourage the public to eat more fruits and vegetables. “This could...

Govt explores potential of 5G broadcast technology

PUTRAJAYA: The government has begun exploring the potential of 5G Broadcast technology to complement delivery methods in the national broadcasting sector, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is studying and testing the feasibility and suitability of this emerging technology for use in Malaysia. "MCMC has started conducting test-bed sessions...

Senior cop claims trial to charge of failing to declare assets

KUALA LUMPUR: A senior police officer has pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court to two charges of failing to comply with an asset declaration notice involving 716.8g of digital gold and RM80,000 in cryptocurrency, among others. DSP Mohd Shahril Abu Bakar, 41, was charged with two counts of neglecting a written notice under Section 36(1)(a)...

Budi95: Driver’s licence expired? Here’s how you can renew it online for the RON95 petrol subsidy

With the targeted Ron95 petrol subsidy on the horizon under the Budi95 programme, Transport Minister Anthony Loke has urged the approximately 920,000 motorists with expired driving licences to renew them to ensure they are eligible for the subsidy. The Road Transport Department (JPJ) will extend operating hours for renewal counters starting this Saturday (Sept 27), with...

Asean should take lead in building resilience amid challenging global landscape, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Asean cannot be a passive observer in the face of global economic and geopolitical challenges, but should take the lead in building resilience within the grouping, which has over 600 million people, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. In stressing that, the Malaysian Prime Minister said the bloc must not only respond to events but...

MACC opens investigation following Albert Tei revelations on mining scandal

SHAH ALAM: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has opened an investigation oover businessman Albert Tei's latest revelations on the mining scandal in Sabah. MACC chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said he had instructed Sabah MACC to continue the investigation based on the latest information revealed. "An investigation into the issue is underway. I have also ordered...

Croc captured in Penang relocated to Paya Indah Wetlands

GEORGE TOWN: The saltwater crocodile captured on Teluk Bahang Beach near here on Tuesday (Sept 23) has been relocated to the Paya Indah Wetlands in Dengkil, Selangor. Penang Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) director Mohd Zaide Mohamed Zin said that prior to the relocation, the crocodile was taken to Penang National Park for examination, as well as...

97% of heavy vehicles fail speed limiter verification ahead of October deadline

PUTRAJAYA: Up to 97% of heavy commercial vehicles registered after Jan 1, 2015, have yet to obtain verification that their speed limitation devices are functional, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Ahead of the first phase of enforcement set to begin on Oct 1 this year, Loke said only 2,915 (2.68%) out of the 108,805 vehicles registered...

Police will investigate if report is lodged over alleged IKBN Miri bullying video

KUALA LUMPUR: The police will open investigation papers if an official report is lodged regarding a viral video allegedly showing a Institut Kemahiran Belia Negara (IKBN) Miri student being subjected to physical bullying. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the authorities would take action if there were criminal elements in the incident. “If a...

Over 6,000 luxury cars linked to RM35mil in unpaid road tax

PUTRAJAYA: Over 6,000 luxury cars are linked to more than RM35mil in unpaid road tax, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. Loke said this involves 6,360 vehicles, comprising 345 Rolls-Royces, 372 Lamborghinis, 660 Bentleys, 675 Ferraris and 4,308 Porsches. “Just these five brands exceeded RM35mil in outstanding road tax payments. We have all the owners’ details, types of...