Day: September 18, 2024

KOTA BHARU, Kelantan residents returning from high-risk countries, including African nations like the Democratic Republic of the Congo, are advised to notify the Kelantan State Health Department (JKNK) to facilitate monitoring and prevent the spread of monkeypox, or mpox. Its director, Datuk Dr Zaini Husin, said the department is working closely with the Immigration Department to monitor individuals arriving from these high-risk countries. “Monitoring is also conducted at the state’s border checkpoints, including the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security Complex (ICQS) at Rantau Panjang and Bukit Bunga,” Dr Zaini said. “To date, we have not received any reports of mpox

ALOR SETAR, Eight ferry trips on the Langkawi-Kuala Kedah-Langkawi route were cancelled today due to high waves. Konsortium Ferrylines Ventures general manager, Captain Dr Baharin Baharom said the cancellations affected five ferries from Langkawi to Kuala Kedah, impacting 2,013 passengers. “The cancelled trips from Langkawi to Kuala Kedah were scheduled for 11.00 am, 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm, 2.05 pm and 2.10 pm. ‘On the Kuala Kedah to Langkawi route, three ferries, carrying 937 passengers, were also affected. “These trips were set for 12.30 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.30 pm,” he said in a statement today. Baharin added that the ferry

KUALA LUMPUR, As the world grapples with the pressing issue of climate change, Malaysia is taking a significant step towards a sustainable future. The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) and Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad (Alliance Bank) have successfully hosted the inaugural Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) workshop, a groundbreaking event that brings together industry leaders, and an environmental expert from Riverstone Environmental Sdn. Bhd. to explore the potential of CBAM in revolutionising sustainable industrial practices. CBAM is a carbon border tax designed to address the growing concern of carbon leakage by putting a fair price on the carbon emitted during

PUTRAJAYA, The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) remains optimistic that Malaysia’s success at the WorldSkills Competition (WSC 2024) not only brings pride to the nation but also showcases the capability and excellence of the country’s skilled workforce on the global stage. In a statement following the contingent’s return today, KESUMA said the competition allowed the Malaysian team to explore various technologies and best practices from other countries, further strengthening the competitiveness of the local workforce. ‘Such competitions highlight the excellence of the nation’s skilled professionals and reaffirm that Malaysia’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is both competent and

WASHINGTON, Tupperware, maker of the iconic plastic kitchenware boxes, has filed for bankruptcy in the US after years of financial struggles, reported the German news agency (dpa). Tupperware Brands Corp is seeking to sell the business while continuing to operate. It has officially filed for bankruptcy with Chapter 11 creditor protection under US bankruptcy law. The US firm revolutionised the world of housewares with its bowls, dishes and kitchen containers, becoming a symbol of post-World War II prosperity. But the Orlando-based company, founded in 1946 by Earl Tupper, has been struggling amid a fiercer competition in the market for household