Malaysians lose US$12.8 bln to scams in a year, equivalent to three pct of nation's GDP
According to the State of Scam Report 2024, about 70 per cent of scam victims did not report their cases to the authorities.
Thu Oct 03 2024
Almost 30,000 suspected mpox cases in Africa this year, WHO says
Most of the cases are in Democratic Republic of Congo where tests have run out said the World Health Organization said on Monday.
Mon Sep 23 2024
AWANI Tonight: 10 Sept 2024
#AWANITonight with @sarayamia
1. No lockdowns, no new Mpox cases so far - Health Minister
2. Australia plans social media minimum age limit
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
1. No lockdowns, no new Mpox cases so far - Health Minister
2. Australia plans social media minimum age limit
#AWANIEnglish #AWANINews
Tue Sep 10 2024
Consider This: Child-Related Crime — A Generation at Risk?
In recent months, Malaysia has witnessed an unsettling surge in cases of crime, violence, and abuse towards children. As reports of these crimes continue to rise, so do questions about how effectively our society is protecting its youngest members. Could we be doing more to prevent these tragic incidents, and what role should schools, families, and the law play in addressing this growing concern? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Farah Nini Dusuki, Children's Commissioner to SUHAKAM.
Mon Sep 09 2024
IGP calls on public to use tracker app to curb rise in missing person cases
The public can use smartphone tracking apps to locate their children or family members, says the IGP.
Thu Aug 29 2024
454 cases of deepfake scams under investigation - CCID Director
Police are currently investigating 454 fraud cases believed to involve deepfake technology, including voice impersonation, which have resulted in losses amounting to RM2.72 million since the beginning
Wed Aug 28 2024
FACTBOX - India's struggles with high rape cases, low conviction rates
Despite tougher sentences introduced after a 2012 gang-rape case, campaigners argue little has changed in the criminal justice system.
Fri Aug 16 2024
As cases mount, Bangladesh will decide on seeking Hasina's extradition, adviser says
At least three of Sheikh Hasina's former ministers and advisers have already been arrested in Bangladesh.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Prosecution objects to Daim’s application to transfer case before another judge
The prosecution stated that Judge Azura Alwi, who is handling both cases, is qualified and will act fairly in the trials.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Appellate Court remits Palestinian kidnapping case to High Court
No pleas were recorded from the accused and the case subsequently transferred to High Court as kidnapping cases fall under its jurisdiction.
Wed Aug 07 2024
Malaysia recorded 49,992 Hepatitis B cases over past decade, says MOH
Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, usually caused by a viral infection, specifically the Hepatitis A, B, C, D, or E viruses.
Mon Jul 29 2024
142,510 bankrupt cases given discharge so far, exceeding initial target of 130,000 cases - PM
The policy is extended to bankrupts to provide them the opportunity to return to contribute to the national economy and live a new life.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Police, AGC, MCMC to coordinate investigation, prosecution in cybercrime cases - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said issues of online misconduct, scams and sexual grooming of children in the country cannot be allowed to persist.
Wed Jul 24 2024
No significant increase in missing person reports since 2020 - Home Minister
Reports on missing persons have been on a static trend, recording about 900 cases every year since 2020.
Tue Jul 23 2024
Dengue cases up with five deaths in epid week 27
Dengue fever cases rose to 2,805 in the 27th Epidemiological Week compared to 2,788 cases the previous week, with five deaths.
Fri Jul 12 2024