MALAYSIA

Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Preschool Providers' Mental Health in Kuala Lumpur: A Closer Look

Imagine the pressure of caring for little ones all day, every day. For preschool care providers in Kuala Lumpur, the job can be challenging, to say the least. This cross-sectional study dug into the psychosocial factors that might affect their mental health. It's important because stress in caregivers can lead to negative behaviors in children, impacting their overal...

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Teenagers and Psychiatric Meds: Insights from Malaysia

Imagine you’re a teenager dealing with mental health issues. Taking psychiatric medications can feel like a whole other challenge. Researchers in Malaysia sat down with 17 teens, ranging from 11 to 19 years old, at public hospitals to dig deeper. They found three main topics that teens worried about: challenges, how they dealt with these problems, and what helps them...

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Jan 02 2025BUSINESS

Malaysia Airlines’ New Business Class: A Step Up in Comfort

Malaysia Airlines is introducing its new Airbus A330neo jets with an impressive business class experience. The seats are arranged in a 1-2-1 layout, offering direct aisle access and privacy to all passengers. Designed by Collins Aerospace, these suites feature sliding doors, large 4K video screens, and modern charging options like USB-C and wireless charging. The A33...

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Dec 20 2024BUSINESS

MH370 Search: New Hope with Ocean Infinity's Fresh Approach

Years after Flight MH370 vanished, Malaysia is considering a new search plan. A U. S. company, Ocean Infinity, has proposed a "no find, no fee" deal to look for the missing plane. They've pinpointed a new area in the southern Indian Ocean, where the plane is believed to have crashed. The company will only get paid if they find significant wreckage. This decision show...

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Dec 01 2024HEALTH

HIV Knowledge Gap: A Closer Look at Malaysia

Did you know that knowing about HIV is crucial to stop its spread? But in Malaysia, not many people seem to have enough information about this virus. This is a big deal because this lack of knowledge might be one of the reasons why HIV is still a problem in the country. So, a study was done in 2020 to find out how many people really understand HIV and what impacts th...

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Nov 25 2024HEALTH

Malaria in Malaysia: Who's at Risk?

In the lush landscapes of Peninsular Malaysia, a sneaky parasite called Plasmodium knowlesi is causing trouble. Scientists wanted to figure out who's most likely to get infected and why. They did a case-control study, comparing people who got malaria with those who didn't. Guess what? More men than women got sick. Living or working near the forest's edge seemed to lo...

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Sep 23 2024CRIME

A Dark Secret Exposed: The Shocking Truth Behind Malaysia's Islamic Business Group

In a dramatic turn of events, Malaysian authorities have uncovered a web of deceit and abuse within a prominent Islamic business group, leading to the rescue of 187 children and young people. The group, Global Ikhwan Services and Business (GISB), has been accused of subjecting its wards to unimaginable physical and emotional trauma, including sodomy, sexual abuse, an...

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Sep 11 2024LIFESTYLE

Malaysia Airlines Unveils A330neo Routes: What's Next?

Imagine a world where business class travel is transformed, where spacious suites and unparalleled comfort await you at 30,000 feet. Malaysia Airlines is making this a reality with its brand-new A330neo fleet. When can you experience this luxurious travel? Malaysia Airlines' first A330neo delivery is set to take place in October 2024, with five jets in the fleet by ...

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Sep 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Drones Over Cotton Fields: Will Tech Rev Up Uzbekistan's Agriculture?

Meraque, a Malaysian robotics company, has teamed up with Uzbekistan's Ministry of Agriculture to bring cutting-edge tech to the country's vast farms. The plan is to use drones and robotic solutions to boost efficiency and productivity. What if this tech doesn't quite live up to the hype? What if it creates new problems, like job displacement or environmental conce...

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