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Animals rarely receive justice in Malaysia, cruelty still a pressing issue: Paws Care president

The case of a hit-and-run in Kepong underscores gaps in enforcement and accountability for animal welfare

African Swine Fever outbreak: over 800 pigs culled in Penang

According to state exco Jason H’ng Mooi Lye, only three farms have been infected so far, while more are under investigation for the outbreak

No signs of abuse in death of four cats at public uni – cops

KL deputy police chief said the cause of death for the animals was confirmed by the Vet Department

‘Ignorance not an excuse’, Sabah mufti issues warning on smuggled chicken

It is every Muslim’s responsibility to ensure they only consume halal food, as anything else is considered “haram” (forbidden), said Sabah Mufti Datuk Bungsu Aziz Jaafar.

Tiada laporan kekurangan bekalan ayam di peringkat ladang: DVS

Jabatan Perkhidmatan Veterinar (DVS) tidak menerima laporan kekurangan bekalan ayam di peringkat ladang, susulan dakwaan berlakunya kekurangan bekalan itu hingga menyebabkan harga ayam naik.

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

PayNet confirms DuitNow QR code transaction fee for merchants starting Oct 1

In a statement on the matter, PayNet, the operator of DuitNow QR, clarified that the fee follows the lifting of a waiver on the merchant discount rate, which is charged based on a percentage of the payment transaction value.