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Covid-19 cut global lifespan by nearly two years: WHO 

In its peak between 2019 and 2021, life expectancy fell to 71.4 years, similar to 2012 levels, wiping a decade of progress

Prepare now for ‘Disease X’, WHO chief warns leaders

World Health Organisation director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has warned the global community to prepare to fight “Disease X”, the next potential pandemic, amid a lack of preparation at present.

Zaliha assures Malaysia’s readiness for possible outbreaks

The Health Ministry, through its Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre, is ready to handle any possible outbreak or pandemic in the near future, said Health Minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa.

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Homecoming for Hans Isaac as Finas returning chairman

His predecessor Datuk Kamil Othman has new role as industry advisor to help navigate technological challenges

American faces trial for causing death in nightclub fight

A technician from the United States pleaded not guilty at the sessions court here today to a charge of causing the death of a local man at an entertainment outlet last month.

Kuala Lumpur soars in 2024 Smart City Index, ranks 73rd worldwide

Kuala Lumpur has climbed 16 spots to become the world’s 73rd smartest city out of 142 cities, according to the 2024 Smart City Index released by the Institute for Management Development's Smart City Observatory recently.