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New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
News@9: Today's top headlines - July 22, 2025 [WATCH]
Here are today's biggest stories. Not 'gay party' The Kelantan Health Department has confirmed that the so-called "gay party" raided by police last month was actually an HIV awareness programme. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has criticised those who comment on the judiciary without understanding the nation's political history. Apologise! Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has demanded an apology from critics of the MyKiosk initiative after the MACC found no elements of corruption in the project. Coerced? The mother of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin claims she was forced to falsely confess to his murder during a 13-day police remand in June last year. That's it for News@9.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
Not a 'gay party' but a HIV awareness event
KUALA LUMPUR: The so-called "gay party" raided by Kelantan police last month was actually an HIV awareness programme. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, in a tweet last night, shared a statement from the Kelantan Health Department which said the event was part of outreach activities. The event was organised by Sahabat, an NGO operating under the guidance of the Malaysian AIDS Foundation (MAF). The statement said Sahabat has been a strategic partner of the department since 2006 in implementing health education and field activities targeting high-risk populations, including intravenous drug users and men who have sex with men (MSM). In his tweet, Dzulkefly said collaborations between the ministry, state health departments, and NGOs were crucial in reaching high-risk populations to raise awareness on prevention strategies, the importance of early diagnosis, and the benefits of early treatment in preventing serious complications. "Health education is also important to improve health literacy and to protect close contacts, such as wives and children, who are at risk of contracting HIV. "The ministry remains committed to a public health approach that prioritises disease prevention, early intervention, and access to treatment for all, in line with the country's health policy according to religious values and cultural sensitivity." It was reported that on June 17, police raided the programme at 1am, seizing HIV medication and condoms. Kelantan police chief Datuk Yusoff Mamat said the operation followed public tip-offs and intelligence gathered by a special team after complaints about a food-themed event allegedly organised for the gay community. However, several NGOs rejected claims that it was a "gay party", saying the event aimed to provide sexual health and HIV-related information, distribute condoms, and offer voluntary testing to encourage safer sexual practices. The Malaysian AIDS Council, which was involved, added that the late-night session was due to confidential HIV testing, which takes 10 to 15 minutes per client, with those testing reactive given counselling and referred for follow-up care. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat subsequently defended the raid, saying it was based on strong evidence.
Sinar Daily
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Sinar Daily
Kelantan to tighten Syariah law against LGBT, immoral acts
"The digital space must not be left unregulated and allowed to corrupt the minds and morals of society, especially the younger generation." 17 Jul 2025 02:15pm The Kelantan government remains committed to strengthening and amending the Syariah Criminal Code (I) Enactment 2019 (EKJS) to enhance its effectiveness in curbing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) practices and immoral activities. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva KOTA BHARU - The Kelantan government remains committed to strengthening and amending the Syariah Criminal Code (I) Enactment 2019 (EKJS) to enhance its effectiveness in curbing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) practices and immoral activities. Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Mohamed Fadzli Hassan said that despite past legal challenges, the state government is determined to enhance the law and its enforcement. "EKJS 2019 was introduced to address syariah offences including sodomy, musahaqah (same-sex relations between women) and other immoral acts that defile the sanctity of religious life. "The state does not recognise deviant cultures that go against Islamic teachings. LGBT practices are a clear transgression of human nature, which undermines morals and social harmony,' he said in a statement published on his official Facebook page today. Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Mohamed Fadzli Hassan said that despite past legal challenges, the state government is determined to enhance the law and its enforcement. Photo: Facebook/Mohamed Fadzli Hassan To boost prevention and enforcement, the state has formed a special committee involving the police, the Kelantan Islamic Religious Affairs Department, the Kelantan Health Department, the Kelantan Islamic Foundation, the Social Welfare Department and the National Anti-Drugs Agency. The committee is responsible for coordinating comprehensive and inter-agency efforts to address moral decay and deviant behaviours that are increasingly visible in society, he added. Fadzli said the state government has implemented the Rabbani Community Culture Programme to enhance Islamic understanding, engage with at-risk communities and build societal resilience against the spread of social ills. He also called on the federal government, particularly the Communications Ministry and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, to restrict access to online platforms that promote immoral content. "The digital space must not be left unregulated and allowed to corrupt the minds and morals of society, especially the younger generation,' he said. Earlier today, Kelantan police confirmed a raid on an LGBT-related gathering involving over 20 local men at a bungalow on Jalan Kemumin here in mid-June. During the operation, authorities found hundreds of condoms and several boxes of HIV medication in a specially designated room believed to be used by the organisers for storage. - BERNAMA More Like This
Malay Mail
13-07-2025
- Health
- Malay Mail
‘We suspect chicken curry': MOH shuts down unlicensed Kota Baru home caterer after 427 college students fall ill
PASIR MAS, July 13 — The caterer responsible for the food poisoning incident involving 427 students from a private higher education institution in Kota Bharu has been found to be operating without registration under the Ministry of Health (MOH). Kelantan Health Department director Datuk Dr Zaini Husin said the operator was issued a seven-day closure notice beginning July 9 under Section 18(1) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342). He said all food premises, including those offering catering services, are required to register with MOH to ensure food safety and quality. 'We found the caterer preparing meals for the college students was not registered with MOH and was operating from a private residence. A seven-day closure order has been issued,' he said. 'So far, the outbreak is under control. No new cases have been reported and all hospitalised students have been discharged. We suspect chicken curry as the cause, but are awaiting lab confirmation,' he said after launching the 7th Series of the Integrated Public Health Law Enforcement Operation (OSKA) 2025 at the Pasir Mas District Health Office here today. On Thursday, the number of suspected food poisoning cases reported at the college rose to 427 from 343 the previous day. In a related development, Dr Zaini said RM249,000 in compounds were issued from January to June this year under the Destruction of Disease-Bearing Insects Act 1975 (Act 154), involving 498 offences for dengue prevention and control. In addition, legal action under the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations 2004 resulted in 35 cases, with fines totalling RM23,000. Another 10 cases under the Food Act 1983 saw more than RM30,000 in fines imposed. He added that under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), a total of 7,643 premises were inspected, resulting in 5,953 offence notices and 7,744 educational advocacy sessions issued. Under the Food Act 1983 (Act 281), we inspected 4,999 food premises, and 39 were issued temporary closure orders under Section 11 of the Act to ensure hygiene and food safety,' he said. — Bernama
The Sun
13-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Unlicensed caterer causes food poisoning affecting 427 students in Kota Bharu
PASIR MAS: The food poisoning incident involving 427 students from a private higher education institution in Kota Bharu has been linked to an unlicensed caterer operating without registration under the Ministry of Health (MOH). Kelantan Health Department director Datuk Dr Zaini Husin confirmed that the caterer was issued a seven-day closure notice starting July 9 under Section 18(1) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 (Act 342). He stressed that all food businesses, including catering services, must register with MOH to ensure food safety. 'We found the caterer preparing meals for the college students was not registered with MOH and was operating from a private residence. A seven-day closure order has been issued,' he said. The outbreak is now under control, with no new cases reported. All hospitalised students have been discharged. Initial investigations point to chicken curry as the possible cause, but lab tests are pending for confirmation. The number of suspected food poisoning cases rose from 343 to 427 within a day. In a separate update, Dr Zaini revealed that RM249,000 in compounds were issued from January to June this year under the Destruction of Disease-Bearing Insects Act 1975 (Act 154) for dengue prevention. Additionally, 35 cases under the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations 2004 resulted in RM23,000 in fines, while 10 cases under the Food Act 1983 saw penalties exceeding RM30,000. Under the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 (Act 852), 7,643 premises were inspected, leading to 5,953 offence notices and 7,744 educational advocacy sessions. 'Under the Food Act 1983 (Act 281), we inspected 4,999 food premises, and 39 were issued temporary closure orders under Section 11 to ensure hygiene and food safety,' he added. - Bernama
