Malaysia's education and health ministries have prohibited 12 types of food and drinks from being sold on school premises. Officials aim to encourage better nutrition and aid student development through these restrictions. The ban affects expired products, processed items like fries and nuggets, junk food, candies, chocolates, instant meals, frozen desserts, and pickled foods.
Beverage restrictions target tea and coffee for students, as well as sweetened drinks, energy beverages, fruit juices with low fruit content, and carbonated sodas. Authorities cite excessive sugar levels as the primary concern for most banned drinks. The policy follows the guidelines of the Food Regulations 1985 and establishes health standards set by both...
Zimbabwean authorities arrested Elijah Meskano at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport on September 24 for alleged property fraud. The 52-year-old man faces accusations of illegally transferring ownership of prime real estate to his name. Magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa granted Meskano $200 bail during his Friday court appearance. Police apprehended him while attempting to leave the country.
Maria Mafunga claims Meskano stole her Damofalls property and luxury mansion valued at $580,000. She legally purchased the land in February 2017 and constructed the home over several years. Prosecutors allege Meskano fraudulently altered ownership records in August without Mafunga's consent. The scheme surfaced when Harare City Council bills...
Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad stated that citizens may voice opinions about concurrent parliamentary and state elections. The Election Commission holds authority over final election decisions despite public commentary. Political parties typically provide input that the commission evaluates before determining election schedules. Anthony Loke's recent proposal for simultaneous polls represents his personal viewpoint as DAP secretary-general.
The commission weighs multiple considerations when scheduling elections, particularly expense factors and seasonal flooding concerns. State liaison chiefs cannot issue party positions on election matters, leaving such declarations to party presidents. Upcoming state elections include...
Malaysia's Road Transport Department reports driver license renewals jumped 53 percent after the government launched its BUDI95 fuel subsidy program on September 22. Daily renewal transactions climbed from 17,000 to 26,000 following the announcement. Director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said transactions reached 23,125 on September 23 and spiked to 33,714 by September 25.
States observing Friday weekends reported higher renewal numbers on September 26, when JPJ opened its holiday counters. The agency will extend its weekend operations through October 26 to accommodate citizens who lack smartphone access or internet connectivity. JPJ maintains that all license and summons counters will operate Saturdays and Sundays nationwide during...
Police are investigating a telephone fraud that cost a 59-year-old woman RM301,000 after scammers posed as law enforcement officers. The victim received a fraudulent call May 14 from someone claiming police authority who falsely linked her to money laundering activities. Criminals convinced the woman to provide banking information and transfer funds for what they called a Bank Negara investigation. The victim made deposits across 17 separate accounts from May 20 through September 25.
Batu Pahat police chief ACP Shahrulanuar Mushaddat Abdullah Sani confirmed authorities are pursuing the matter under Penal Code Section 420. The woman discovered the deception when scammers demanded additional payments beyond the substantial sum already...
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended inviting Donald Trump to the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur next month despite criticism. The leader emphasized Malaysia's continued advocacy for Palestinian rights while pursuing strategic diplomatic negotiations. Ibrahim argued that rejecting American relations would harm economic interests, particularly billion-ringgit semiconductor exports employing thousands of Malaysians. Malaysia has earned international recognition as a regional mediator in Thailand-Cambodia disputes.
The Prime Minister highlighted recent visits from Chinese President Xi Jinping and the upcoming Trump visit as proof of Malaysia's diplomatic standing. Malaysia maintains global respect through consistent...
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim ordered acceleration of a military housing development worth RM190 million at Batu 10. The leader demanded progress updates within two weeks during the next Cabinet meeting from the Armed Forces Chief. State government cooperation will resolve outstanding land administration matters for the project. Anwar made these statements during a breakfast event at Dewan Azim in Taman Samudera.
Defence spending cannot tolerate leakages, wastage or corruption, the Prime Minister warned attendees. Such problems weaken nations regardless of budget size, he emphasized. Anwar praised the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency for enhanced performance following increased government funding. The country's extensive...
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake struck waters near Batu Pahat, Johor at 9:04 a.m., the Malaysian Meteorological Department reported. The tremor originated 25 kilometers southeast of the coastal city at coordinates 1.7 degrees north and 103.1 degrees east. Seismic activity occurred 10 kilometers below sea level. Residents around Batu Pahat likely experienced ground shaking from the event.
The earthquake continues a pattern of minor seismic events affecting Johor since late August. Scientists connect these tremors to geological activity along the Mersing Fault Zone. Previous quakes prompted residents across Segamat, Yong Peng and Kluang districts to report ground movement. Weather officials maintain surveillance of regional seismic...
Malaysia launched the Budi95 petrol subsidy program with military and police personnel receiving first access at stations across the country. Defense Ministry Corporal Hilmi Azlan purchased fuel through the mobile app system at a Kuala Lumpur Petronas outlet. Cash aid recipients gain access tomorrow before nationwide rollout reaches all citizens Monday. Captain Zarith Ruslan filled his vehicle with 15 liters while testing the digital payment process.
The program allows qualified citizens to buy 300 liters monthly at RM1.99 per liter through driver's license verification. Market rates apply to purchases exceeding the monthly limit. Government officials expect over 16 million Malaysians to meet eligibility requirements based on transport...
