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ANIMAL HEALTH
Heat, Haze Squeeze Livestock Farmers As Egg Output Falls
Livestock farmers in Malaysia are spending more to protect animals from heat and haze, as some report lower egg, poultry, and milk production. Experts caution that haze alone cannot explain the losses.
Second Red-Bellied Piranha Caught In Klau River: Group
Jejak Air Tawar announces the second catch of a red-bellied piranha (Pygocentrus nattereri) in Klau River in Raub, after a specimen was first discovered last August. Red-bellied piranha have razor-sharp teeth. DOF previously couldn't confirm a population.
MALAYSIA
MCTC Claims Possible Government Attempt To Delist Liquid Nicotine Again
MCTC says the government is possibly renewing its attempt to exempt liquid nicotine from the Poisons List by returning to the Poisons Board, after the High Court nullified the 2023 exemption. MCTC urges the Board to again reject any proposed exemption.
Sarawak Presents RM500,000 Aid To Five FDS Victims’ Families
At a Kuching ceremony, Sarawak Premier Abang Jo presents RM100,000 cheques to each family of 5 victims killed in the Long Lellang tragedy, besides education sponsorships for their kids. One of the widows, Stephanie, says Sarawak helped a lot from Day One.
WORLD
A Toxic Recipe For Social Disconnect And Disaffection
Australians were less engaged in their communities, lonelier, unhappier and less satisfied with life, even before the present turmoil. But there is cause for hope.
APSMI Calls For Stronger Health Literacy As The Foundation For Responsible Self-Care Across Asia-Pacific
Self-care is defined as the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain well-being, and manage health conditions, with or without the support of health care professionals.
