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Padu shifts gear, now backend powerhouse for 26 govt agencies, says Akmal Nasrullah
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Padu shifts gear, now backend powerhouse for 26 govt agencies, says Akmal Nasrullah
KUALA LUMPUR: The Central Database Hub (Padu) has successfully transitioned into a dynamic backend engine, with 26 government agencies currently using the platform to streamline their data verification processes, says Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.
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Sabah faces autism care gap with only 18 centres for over 7,000 children
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Sabah faces autism care gap with only 18 centres for over 7,000 children
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah is facing a critical shortfall in autism support services, with 7,057 children in need but only 18 special education centres available statewide.
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PM shows keen interest in defence tech during DSA and Natsec Asia walkabout
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PM shows keen interest in defence tech during DSA and Natsec Asia walkabout
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim showed keen interest in a range of advanced defence technologies during a tour of the exhibition floor after officiating the Defence Services Asia (DSA) and National Security (Natsec) Asia 2026 at the Malaysia International…
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Majority of senior citizens battling chronic disease, survey finds
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Majority of senior citizens battling chronic disease, survey finds
PUTRAJAYA: Only about 14% of senior citizens are ageing well while the majority are battling chronic disease and frailty, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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QuickCheck: Do 'night mode' settings on phones actually help you sleep better?
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QuickCheck: Do 'night mode' settings on phones actually help you sleep better?
EVERY major phone brand has built a night mode into their devices, promising that a warm amber glow is all that stands between you and a good night's rest.
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Who are the four Undang embroiled in Negri Sembilan royal controversy?
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Who are the four Undang embroiled in Negri Sembilan royal controversy?
PETALING JAYA: The Negri Sembilan state government has refused to accept or recognise a declaration on the removal of Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir as the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan.
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NZ capital declares state of emergency amid flooding
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NZ capital declares state of emergency amid flooding
WELLINGTON: A state of emergency was declared in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, on Monday after torrential rain triggered severe flooding and landslides, leaving a man unaccounted for, reported Xinhua.
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MalBatt on high alert amid tensions in Lebanon
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MalBatt on high alert amid tensions in Lebanon
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Battalion 850-13 (MalBatt), serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil), remains on high alert amid ongoing tensions in southern Lebanon.
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Malaysia’s rapid ageing may outpace system readiness, warns Dr Dzul
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Malaysia’s rapid ageing may outpace system readiness, warns Dr Dzul
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia is ageing 1.5 times faster than Japan, raising urgent fiscal and social challenges for the country's healthcare, pension and family support systems, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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No pollution in Sg Ketil despite claims of mass fish deaths, says Kelantan DOE
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No pollution in Sg Ketil despite claims of mass fish deaths, says Kelantan DOE
GUA MUSANG: The Kelantan Environment Department (DOE) has confirmed that no pollution was detected along Sungai Ketil in Taman Rimba, following reports of hundreds of dead fish found in the river on Friday (April 17).
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Second oil tanker to pass Hormuz Strait expected to arrive in Malaysia soon, says Fahmi
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Second Malaysian oil tanker expected to arrive this weekend, says Fahmi
MUAR: The second Malaysian oil tanker that had passed through the Strait of Hormuz is expected to arrive in the country by the end of the week, says Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.
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RM5bil financing guarantee among new govt measures to support SMEs
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RM5bil financing guarantee among new govt measures to support SMEs
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced a series of immediate measures as part of efforts to ease cost pressures on small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
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Appeals court dismisses Indira's bid to adduce fresh evidence in suit against IGP
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Appeals court dismisses Indira's bid to adduce fresh evidence in suit against IGP
PUTRAJAYA: M. Indira Gandhi has failed in her bid to adduce fresh evidence in her lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) and three others over their failure to locate her ex-husband who took their daughter away.
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Miles apart, Thinaah keeps Pearly close
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Miles apart, Thinaah keeps Pearly close
PETALING JAYA: Doubles shuttler M. Thinaah has been keeping in touch with Pearly Tan through regular messages from the team's training base in Herning, Denmark.
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Flash floods hit KL after evening storm
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Flash floods hit KL after evening storm
PETALING JAYA: Ankle-deep muddy water is gushing across the streets of Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, where a retaining wall collapsed recently.
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Victoria Beckham breaks silence on feud with son Brooklyn (sort of)
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Victoria Beckham breaks silence on feud with son Brooklyn (sort of)
The Spice Girl-turned-fashion designer told 'WSJ. Magazine' she's a 'reformed control freak'.
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Ageing, but not well
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Ageing, but not well
PUTRAJAYA: About 85.3% of Malaysia's senior citizens are not ageing healthily, according to findings from the National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) 2025.
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QuickCheck: Is there an asteroid named after a Malaysian?
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QuickCheck: Is there an asteroid named after a Malaysian?
THERE are things around us in Malaysia that are being named after prominent people - be it a school building, roads, airports or even dishes.
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Apple names insider John Ternus as CEO, Cook to become executive chairman
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Apple names insider John Ternus as CEO, Cook to become executive chairman
SAN FRANCISCO, April 20 (Reuters) - Apple on Monday named insider John Ternus as its next CEO, tasking the long-time hardware chief to steer the company after Tim Cook as the iPhone maker gears up for an industry change spurred by artificial intelligence.
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A season of new beginnings
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A season of new beginnings
Tamil, Malayalee and Sikh communities mark Puthandu, Vishu and Vaisakhi with prayer, processions and offerings.