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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
My Children Keep Me Going, Says Alexson’s Widow
Alexson's widow, Stephanie, says she felt like she lost half of her soul when her husband died in the Long Lellang tragedy. But her two young children give her the strength to continue. She misses ordinary routines, like Alexson asking her, "What to eat?"
MPs Demand Additional Compensation For FDS Crash Families Beyond Ex-Gratia
Bandar Kuching MP Kelvin Yii and Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen want substantial compensation for families of the five victims in the Long Lellang crash. Yii says the compensation must be on top of ex-gratia payments. Chong says it should be at least RM100k.
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.
