Day: July 21, 2024

SANDAKAN, Residents affected by recent flooding must register as flood victims at a temporary relief centre (PPS), to ensure the bantuan wang ihsan (compassionate aid) is distributed appropriately. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi emphasised that flood victims who register at these relief centres, even if they do not stay there, should still be considered for wang ihsan assistance. ‘We have distributed cash aid to 800 individuals, who were officially listed as recipients. However, the Penampang district officer reported that there are 2,000 affected individuals who have not received assistance, because they sought shelter elsewhere, rather than

CYBERJAYA, Kuih penyaram, which is sweetened with gula apong and a famous Sarawak delicacy, was in high demand at today’s people’s carnival held in conjunction with the launch of the National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang 2024. Kuching Eatery proprietor Aiza Zawawai, 36, explained that they were sold out shortly after being removed from the frying pan. “We didn’t fry too many kuih in the morning because we want buyers to enjoy them while they’re still hot. The kuih was made with gula apong, which was specially brought from Sarawak. “Gula apong has a less sweet taste compared to

KUALA LUMPUR, The government remains committed to intensify conservation efforts for Malayan tigers, which are estimated to be less than 150 throughout the country. Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said among the efforts that show a positive impact was the increase in the number of community rangers from 1,000 to 2,000 people consisting of armed forces veterans, police, Orang Asli and the local community this year. “There is good progress when there are community rangers in their habitats to combat poachers. This is our ongoing effort to restore as many wildlife corridors as possible

CYBERJAYA, Hard work pays off and it proves true for settlers of Felda Sungai Tengi Selatan, Hulu Selangor, with their harvest of golden melons now available on the shelves of several branches of big supermarkets and wholesale markets in the country. Project coordinator Suhairi Hussin, 36, said what made them prouder was that the yellow-skinned round fruit with white flesh, the product from a fertigation project that was carried out since May last year, met the conditions and quality set by the supermarket concerned. He said the project, involving quality products with high market demand, was carried out to increase

CYBERJAYA, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has urged members of Komuniti MADANI to download the ‘Price Catcher’ app to assist the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) in addressing the issue of sudden price hikes. He said that through the app, consumers can easily compare prices, and if they detect sudden increases in the prices of certain goods, Komuniti MADANI can inform the district information officers serving their respective communities. ‘Inform us about the products available in your area and any difficulties so that we can collaborate with KPDN to resolve the issue of rising prices. ‘This is