Tharanya Arumugam

Dec 15, 2023 | api.nst.com.my | Tharanya Arumugam |Daniel Ahmad

KUALA LUMPUR:  While booster jabs remain a critical tool to protect people from death or hospitalisation due to Covid-19, health experts stress the importance of ensuring that Malaysia's vaccine stockpile is up-to-date to effectively tackle new virus variants. They also renewed calls for a masking mandate, especially in high-risk and populated areas, such as health facilities, malls and schools, amid the escalating number of cases.

Dec 14, 2023 | nst.com.my | Tharanya Arumugam |Daniel Ahmad - |Daniel Ahmad

KUALA LUMPUR: While booster jabs remain a critical tool to protect people from death or hospitalisation due to Covid-19, health experts stress the importance of ensuring that Malaysia's vaccine stockpile is up-to-date to effectively tackle new virus variants. They also renewed calls for a masking mandate, especially in high-risk and populated areas, such as health facilities, malls and schools, amid the escalating number of cases.

Dec 8, 2023 | nst.com.my | Tharanya Arumugam |Tharanya Arumugam -

KUALA LUMPUR: In the battle against smoking or vaping-related health risks, quitting the habit is the most impactful strategy. However, considering a change in inhalation habits could serve as a crucial initial step toward lowering the risk of developing severe smoking or vaping-related illnesses. The Health Ministry told the New Straits Times that a higher risk is associated with deep-inhalation smoking or vaping compared to lower inhalation.

Sep 27, 2023 | nst.com.my | Tharanya Arumugam

> Tharanya:embed:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWMgqtkWBzcUNITED NATIONS, New York: India has boldly staked its claim as the "leading power" of the Global South, pledging unwavering support and a commitment to collective growth in an "emerging multipolar order." Addressing the United Nations General Assembly, India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar made a compelling case for India's newfound role, signalling the end of an era where a select few dictated the world's agenda.

Sep 24, 2023 | nst.com.my | Tharanya Arumugam

UNITED NATIONS, New York: The UN Security Council witnessed a high-stakes confrontation on Wednesday when Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made his first in-person appearance, drawing global attention to Russia's ongoing incursion into Ukraine during the 78th session of the General Assembly. However, tensions flared as Russian Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia challenged Zelenskyy's right to address the assembly at the session's outset, leading to a contentious meeting.