Day: October 22, 2026

EggNest Shield Reduces Radiation Exposure for Cardiac Lab Staff, Study Finds

KUALA LUMPUR, October 22 2026,  A radiation protection system developed by Egg Medical has been found to significantly reduce radiation exposure among cardiac catheterisation laboratory staff, potentially allowing them to work without heavy lead aprons, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The study, conducted at The Christ Hospital […]

P5 Unfazed by Proposed PN Deregistration, Says Annuar Musa

KUALA LUMPUR: The five political parties forming the P5 bloc — PAS, Gerakan, Wawasan, MIPP and Pejuang — will continue their political cooperation despite the proposed deregistration of Perikatan Nasional (PN), Tan Sri Annuar Musa said. Annuar said the move would represent only a temporary setback that the five parties could overcome, adding that their […]

Tesla Could Face Major Legal Risks if It Produces Flying Cars, Expert Says

WASHINGTON, October 22 2026 Tesla could face substantial legal and financial risks if it proceeds with mass production of flying cars, as questions remain over the technology’s safety and reliability, a US business expert has warned. Jay Ritter, professor emeritus and director of The IPO Initiative at the University of Florida’s Warrington College of Business, […]

Communications Ministry Mulls Survey on Public Understanding of MA63

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 15 -- The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) together with service providers are implementing various improvement measures to overcome the problem of users receiving full phone signals, but no internet access. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said among the measures implemented to overcome the problem of core line failures was upgrading the transmission network using high-capacity optical fibres. He said the measure also involved implementing redundant networks and providing alternative transmission routes to reduce risks or single points of failure. "The issue of no internet access even though users receive a strong phone signal or full bars can occur due to several factors that affect the quality of service," he said when answering a question from Datuk Anyi Ngau (GPS-Baram) who asked the Communications Ministry to state a comprehensive plan to overcome the problem of core line failures, during a question and answer session in the Dewan Rakyat today. Teo said the situation could occur due to network capacity congestion due to high data usage as well as disruptions or damage to transmission lines. Other physical factors that also contribute are incidents of fiber optic cable cutting, vandalism, theft, natural disasters, wild animal threats and construction work. "Apart from network factors, user experience is also influenced by device conditions, phone settings, type of subscription plan and remaining available data quota," he said. Teo said that to ensure continuity of services in the event of disruptions, MCMC has also upgraded support facilities such as backup power generation systems, in addition to all communication sites being continuously monitored by service providers through the Network Monitoring Centre (NMC) which operates 24 hours a day. "To improve the security of towers under the JENDELA Plan initiative, Service Providers have taken steps to strengthen risky communication tower sites by installing anti-theft and vandalism equipment such as installing iron conduit to prevent copper cables from being cut and stolen," he said. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — The Communications Ministry is considering conducting a dedicated study to gauge public understanding of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) and the history of Malaysia’s formation. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said neither the ministry nor its agencies, including the Malaysian Information Department (JAPEN), had conducted a baseline study for […]

IPCC Delay Could Slow Southeast Asia’s Climate Planning, Says Malaysian Expert

By Vijian Paramasivam PHNOM PENH, Oct 22 (NNN) — A delay in the release of a key climate report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) could deprive millions of farmers of timely scientific insights to help them adapt to erratic weather and protect their crops and livelihoods. IPCC’s Seventh Assessment Report (AR7) was […]

Trump Signals Iran War Could End Soon, Stresses Need for Lasting Resolution

WASHINGTON, October 22 2026, US President Donald Trump has indicated that Washington could end its war with Iran immediately but wants a lasting outcome to prevent the conflict from resuming. Speaking at a rally in South Carolina on Wednesday, Trump said the United States could withdraw from the conflict now but preferred to ensure that any […]

Anwar: Malaysia’s SDG Progress Must Translate Into Better Lives for All

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 — Malaysia’s progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) must translate into tangible improvements in people’s lives, with no one left behind, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Anwar said the country’s projected SDG achievement had increased to 58 per cent by 2030, compared with 49 per cent […]

Treler Driver Claims Trial Over Fatal Crash, Drug-Related Charge

KUALA KRAI, October 22, 2026 — A 48-year-old trailer driver, Wan Baderun Shah Wan Said, pleaded not guilty at the Magistrates’ Court to two charges, including dangerous driving that allegedly caused the death of a woman in Machang, Kelantan. He is accused of causing the death of Nur Hidayah Mat Yacob, 27, in an incident […]

Indonesia Investigates 11 Companies Over Forest and Land Fires

JAKARTA, Oct 22 (Bernama) — Indonesian authorities have identified 11 corporations as suspects in investigations into forest and land fires, including three companies with foreign investment, as the government steps up enforcement against businesses linked to the incidents. National Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto said investigations were progressing, with authorities examining potential liability beyond […]