‘Talesocks’ an ankle art, a Malaysian souvenir you can walk in and wear out
By Amanina Mohamad Yusof PUTRAJAYA: Yearning to create something different, young entrepreneur Ahmad Afiz Danial Mohd Khairuddin seized on a novel idea to introduce patterned socks (art socks or art on socks), and came up with ‘Talesocks’, with a batik theme and local elements. Born in Negeri Sembilan, the creative director of his own company […]
Malaysian rally draws strong support from all races
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s loud, strong and consistent stance in condemning the atrocities of the Zionist regime of Israel against the Palestinians continues to be raised at various levels, this time through the ‘white ocean’ wave at the Malaysia Stands with Palestine Rally here last night. More than 16,000 Malaysians of various backgrounds, races and religions flocked to the Axiata […]
Malaysians urged to discern value of unity
KUCHING: Unity is key towards ensuring a progressive, peaceful and successful society, said Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan. In his message in conjunction with the National Day and Malaysia Day today, the Deputy Premier said that Malaysians should be proud because the country has a high value for unity. “This is because we have […]
Fadillah to focus on fostering closer ties between Sarawak, Sabah and peninsula
PUTRAJAYA: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof’s focus will be on implementing various initiatives to foster closer relations between Sarawak, Sabah and the peninsula. Fadillah, who is also Plantation and Commodities Minister, said the initiative to bridge the facilities and development gap in Sarawak and Sabah was also his main concern after he was […]
Malaysian pilgrims undergo stringent health check
MAKKAH: Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) today stressed that all prospective Malaysian haj pilgrims have undergone stringent health checks in accordance with the set standards before leaving for the Holy Land. Malaysian Haj Delegation head Datuk Seri Syed Saleh Abdul Rahman said each prospective pilgrim is also required to be examined by authorised doctors and clinics. The efforts […]
18 percent of Malaysians to benefit from Sinovac vaccine
KUALA LUMPUR: Some 18 percent of Malaysia’s population will benefit from the Sinovac Covid-19 vaccine which is approved by the World Health Organisation (WHO), said National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme Coordinating Minister Khairy Jamaluddin. “This global recognition is a boost of confidence as our 12 million doses supply of Sinovac will ensure that 18 percent of […]
Malaysian with 1st vaccine dose among 36 new cases in Singapore
SINGAPORE: A 49-year-old Malaysian who received his first dose of vaccine on May 21 is among the 36 new Covid-19 cases reported in Singapore on Monday, according to the republic’s Ministry of Health (MOH). Labelled as Case 63653, the man who works as a delivery personnel at AST Logistics Pte Ltd is also among the […]
Majority of M’sians ‘aye’ to Covid-19 vaccines
KUCHING: A majority of respondents are prepared to receive the Covid-19 vaccine, according to a recent survey by the Ministry of Health (MoH). Sixty-seven percent of the respondents said they would agree to receive the vaccine. Seventeen percent were unsure about the vaccine, and 16 percent said they would reject it. The survey was conducted […]
Time to fly again, but not so soon
We have to take care of the cure that will make the problem worse no matter what. — Joe Biden, President-elect of the United States Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin said a Covid-19 vaccine might be deployed in Malaysia by the end of this year. He added that China had agreed to prioritise Malaysia as […]
Deputy Minister urges Malaysians to fly the Jalur Gemilang
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysians have been urged to continue being patriotic to the country by flying the Jalur Gemilang. Deputy Federal Territories Minister Datuk Seri Dr Santhara Kumar said society must do this as a sign of appreciation and gratitude towards the nation which has ensured peace and harmony among the people all this while and […]
