ACCRA, Ghana (MNTV)- The Minister of Education and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has urged the government of Indonesia to consider establishing an Islamic Medical University in Ghana, specifically in the northern part of the equatorial West African country. According to him, such an institution would help bridge the ga...
PETALING JAYA, Malaysia (MNTV) – The Malaysian tradition of ‘moreh’—a communal meal enjoyed after tarawih prayers during Ramadan—has evolved from a simple post-iftar snack into an extravagant late-night feast. While this practice fosters community bonding, health experts warn that overconsumption, particularly of calorie-dense foods, poses ser...
UNICEF warns that malnutrition among Rohingya children in Bangladesh has surged by 27%. The crisis is worsening as funding to the agency declines. The Bangladesh government blames the funding cut on the Trump administration’s shutdown of USAID, which supports 80% of the World Food Program’s aid to the Rohingya. More than 1.2 million Rohi...
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan (MNTV) — The suspension of U.S. foreign assistance is threatening to derail efforts to contain HIV in Tajikistan, according to a United Nations report. The report, issued by UNAIDS, highlights how the withdrawal of funding from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) — once a major contributor to Tajikistan&#...
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — More than one in two adults in Malaysia — 54.4 per cent to be precise– are currently obese, according to the latest data, reports Sinar Daily. These figures are more than just statistics—they represent individuals facing daily challenges, with obesity serving as a root cause of severe health co...
1.5 million women to benefit from enhanced health initiatives in 2025 TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan has launched an ambitious nationwide program to improve women’s health, with plans to screen 1.5 million women for early cancer detection this year. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev unveiled the initiative during a ceremony marking Inter...
This misuse accelerates bacterial resistance, making once-treatable infections potentially deadly KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (MNTV) — The overuse and misuse of antibiotics in Malaysia are fueling a dangerous surge in antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with experts warning of catastrophic consequences if urgent action is not taken. Dr. Petrick Periyas...
Two-week-long fair provides a platform for autistic children to exhibit their creativity and gain vocational experience. DHAKA, Bangladesh (MNTV) — Around 150 autistic children and adolescents are participating in the Eid Handicrafts Fair, a two-week event that began on Tuesday at the Autism Welfare Foundation (AWF) campus in Dhaka’s Bosila ar...
Human Rights Watch report raises alarm over severe lead contamination in Kabwe affecting children LUSAKA, Zambia (MNTV) — A new report from Human Rights Watch (HRW) has revealed the devastating impact of lead poisoning on children in Kabwe, Zambia, as toxic waste from a former mine continues to threaten public health. The 67-page HRW report, ...
Campaign ensures Muslims with glaucoma can manage their condition while observing the fast LONDON, UK (MNTV) — Glaucoma UK has launched an important campaign in partnership with the British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) and the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) to ensure that Muslims living with glaucoma can continue managing their eye heal...
