‘Stop buying animal-based goods’


PETALING JAYA: Traditional Chinese medicine practitioners have urged people not to buy animal-based products, particularly those from endangered or protected species.

This follows the shocking news that the Sumatran rhino has been deemed extinct in Malaysia due to habitat destruction and being poached for its horn, according to a study by several experts including Dr Junaidi Payne of the Borneo Rhino Alliance.

The Star 6.6 DEAL: 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.04/month

Billed as RM 9.04 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
News , bureaus

Next In Nation

UTAR corporate communication students gain cross-border learning through cultural immersion
U MOBILE to bring Malaysians closer to the World Cup
Cosmetic artist cheated of RM225,000 in made-up investment scheme
Economic growth in Johor better than Selangor's, says Dr Wee
M. Nasir sues MyTeksi for RM5mil over unauthorised use of his name
High Court dismisses lawsuit by Indira Gandhi challenging unilateral conversion state laws
Malaysians advised to avoid central Jakarta demonstration areas
Bomba calls for closure of roadworks site in Lawas after methane gas detected
Motorcyclist remanded for slashing another rider in Shah Alam
Rohingya refugees must abide by the law or face action, says PM

Others Also Read