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7th ASEAN Ophthalmology CongressArtificial intelligence, A.I has transformed the efficiency of screening system, reducing waiting times, enabling faster referrals, and allowing ophthalmologists to focus on sight-saving interventions. This innovation is improving access, accelerating diagnosis, and ultimately helping to prevent avoidable blindness across the nation. The Minister of Health outlined the matters at the Opening Ceremony of the 7th ASEAN Ophthalmology Congress. Under the theme “Vision Beyond Borders: Bridging Regional Expertise, Elevating Eye Care for All", Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Doctor Awang Haji Mohammad Isham bin Haji Jaafar said that, eye care is not confined to hospitals or professionals alone, but a shared responsibility that unites clinicians, policymakers, industry partners, and communities.
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The Second World Summit on Social DevelopmentBrunei Darussalam remains committed to the implementation of the 1995 Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development, renewed through the Doha Political Declaration and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Minister of Culture, Youth and Sports made the statement while attending 'The Second World Summit on Social Development' held for three days from the 4th of November in Doha, Qatar. Yang Berhormat Dato Seri Setia Awang Haji Nazmi Mohamad also highlighted Brunei Darussalam's national initiatives under the Social Blueprint and Manpower Blueprint, implemented through the Whole-of-Nation approach, and supported by multi-agency cooperation platforms including the National Council on Social Issues, MKIS, the Manpower Planning and Employment Council, and the Special Coordination Committee on the Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs.
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Penghulu Mukim Village Head FestivalLocal products produced by mukim and villages nationwide are promoted during the National Penghulu Mukim, Village Head Festival, PMKK. Held at the Belait District Office building compound, the festival runs until this Sunday, 9th November 2025.
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"Patience in Enduring the Test of Illness"In life, we will not escape from receiving tests and challenges from Allah Subhanahu Wata'ala to test a person's faith and patience. These are among the matters shared in the Friday's Sermon titled "Patience in Enduring the Test of Illness''. The sermon also outlined that among the tests that truly challenge a person's faith and patience is the test of illness that befalls oneself, family members, or the community.
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Herbal Tea ProductHerbal tea is known for its nutritional richness. Hence the Kampung Kiudang Village Consultative Council (MPK), Tutong District has made herbal tea products that have been produced since 2008 into an economic generator.
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B.E.S.T Programme ExhibitionThe public still has the opportunity to visit the B.E.S.T or Help, Empathy, Love, Responsibility Programme Exhibition, which runs until on 8th November, at One City Shopping Centre. Themed "Smart Screens: Learning How to Stay Safe in the Digital Era", the programme provides understanding and exposure to the public, especially students, about bullying.
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Local Art CalligraphyDespite facing the challenge of creating an identity in calligraphy, it has become an incentive for a young graphic designer to uphold the art of calligraphy in the country. Here's the special report on the efforts of a local graphic designer in promoting the beauty of Islamic calligraphy, especially to the younger generation.
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Employment Agencies OrderA female citizen of the Republic of the Philippines and the owner of a licensed employment agency was pleaded guilty in the Magistrate's Court to charges under the Employment Agencies Order 2004.
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Health Screening for Intending Haj PilgrimsThe Ministry of Religious Affairs through the Haj Affairs Department informed on the Health Screening, which is a Doctor's Appointment for Intending Haj Pilgrims who are selected to perform the Fardhu Haj for the 2026 Haj Season.
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Al-Qur'an Reading Musabaqah71 participants will present their respective readings at the Semi-Finals of the National Adult Al-Qur'an Reading Musabaqah 2026 at the Dewan Muzakarah, International Convention Centre, Berakas.
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