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Malaysians cheer as US drops ‘alpha male’ ambassador pick Nick Adams
PoliticsSCMP7d ago

Malaysians cheer as US drops ‘alpha male’ ambassador pick Nick Adams

The news rippled through Malaysian social media with something close to glee. Nick Adams, the Australian-born, self-described “alpha male” whom US President Donald Trump had nominated as ambassador to Kuala Lumpur, was not coming after all. “They do listen sometimes,” said Muhammad Izuan Ahmad Kasim, a youth leader from the People’s Justice Party who had been among the dozens who marched to the US embassy last July demanding Washington reconsider the appointment. Adams himself offered a very...

Malaysia’s tuberculosis cases rise to above 3,000, health ministry flags risks
HealthSCMPstraits-times10d ago2 sources

Malaysia’s tuberculosis cases rise to above 3,000, health ministry flags risks

As Malaysians flock to Ramadan bazaars and breaking fast gatherings, the health ministry is reminding the public to observe tuberculosis (TB) precautions, especially in crowded and enclosed spaces. In a statement issued on Saturday, the ministry said a total of 596 new TB cases were reported nationwide during the sixth epidemiological week. The statement said the latest detections brought the cumulative number of tuberculosis cases to 3,161 across Malaysia. “Crowded, enclosed and poorly...

Malaysian Ramadan Traditions and Practices
Culturemalay-mail9d ago

Malaysian Ramadan Traditions and Practices

Malaysians are embracing Ramadan traditions, including the beloved annual Ramadan bazaars which have become popular with both Muslims and non-Muslims, and discussing common dilemmas like sleeping after sahur.