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Forty-four fall ill in suspected norovirus outbreak at two Singapore pre-schools

SINGAPORE, Oct. 5 -- At least 44 people, including 34 children, have fallen ill with symptoms of gastroenteritis across two branches of the E-Bridge Pre-School chain in Singapore, The Straits Times re... Read More


Two Indian nationals jailed and caned in Singapore for robbing sex workers during holiday

SINGAPORE, Oct. 5 -- Two men from India who assaulted and robbed two sex workers while on holiday in Singapore have each been sentenced to five years and one month in prison, along with 12 strokes of ... Read More


Sustaining our heritage, one dish at a time -Dalilawati Zainal

Kuala Lampur, Oct. 5 -- When nasi lemak, roti canai and teh tarik were officially recognised by UNESCO in 2024 as part of Malaysia's breakfast culture, the nation celebrated with pride. These dishes a... Read More


Girl, 17, among trio charged in Singapore over trafficking of sedative 'Kpods' vapes

SINGAPORE, Oct. 5 -- Three people, including a 17-year-old girl, have been charged in Singapore with trafficking electronic vapour pods containing the anaesthetic drug etomidate - a substance that aut... Read More


Tiong clarifies Tourism Malaysia not involved in dinner serving alcohol at Global Travel Meet

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 5 -- Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has clarified that Tourism Malaysia was not responsible for serving alcohol at a recent Gala Dinner held during th... Read More


Proton e.MAS 5 tentative price starts from RM60,000: Available in two variants, battery included

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 5 -- Proton e.MAS 5 will be launched into the market with an estimated price range of RM60,000 to RM80,000. Pro-Net has also revealed that the electric hatchback will come in two va... Read More


Water supply disruption continues at Eco Garden, Sibu as Sarawak Water refills tanks

SIBU, Oct. 5 -- Eco Garden here will continue to see water supply disruption for a few more days, as Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (Central Region) is refilling the high-level and ground water tanks. In a st... Read More


US comic legend Bob Layton makes first visit to Malaysia, reflects on Bloodshot film and who could fill Iron Man's boots

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 5 -- A career spanning 50 years, legendary comic book artist Bob Layton hasn't just contributed to the industry but has helped shape its very foundations, bringing iconic superhero ... Read More


American comic legend Bob Layton makes first visit to Malaysia, reflects on Bloodshot film and who could fill Iron Man's boots

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 5 -- A career spanning 50 years, legendary comic book artist Bob Layton hasn't just contributed to the industry but has helped shape its very foundations, bringing iconic superhero ... Read More


What is kidfluencing? Experts, parents discuss ethics of monetising online children's content

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 5 -- A10-year-old girl is photographed dressed in full designer clothing made for children, and then posts the photo on Instagram. In the caption, she thanks her sponsors. The pos... Read More