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Newlywed man found dead near home in Baling, two days after wedding
BALING, Nov 10 — A man who had been married for only two days was reportedly found dead, hanging from…
Anwar hails Trump’s courage and tenacity at Asean Summit, adds ‘okay to break the rule’ after ride in ‘The Beast’
‘Must accept the fact’: PM Anwar says English too critical for Malaysia’s success, Education Ministry must step up
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — The Education Ministry must step up efforts to enhance the level of English proficiency, said…
‘Utter contempt for peace and diplomacy’: Anwar slams Israeli airstrikes on Doha, calls international community to act
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — Malaysia condemns in the strongest possible terms the Israeli airstrikes on Doha, Qatar, said Prime…
Perak MB: Islamic schools received RM10m in funding, Opposition claims of them being sidelined unfounded
IPOH, Sept 10 — Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad today clarified that the state government did not sideline…
Deputy finance minister: SST expanded, low-value goods tax retained to ensure stable revenue, fair competition
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — The government has taken steps to ensure national revenue remains stable by expanding the scope…
Malaysia-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership marks milestone in strengthening ties
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — The elevation of Malaysia-Vietnam ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) in November 2024 is…
‘Her neck was bleeding’: Security guard testifies on finding Zara Qairina in hostel drain
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 10 — A security guard told the Coroner’s Court here today that she found the late Zara…
Former GISBH accountant claims trial to nine money laundering charges
SHAH ALAM, Sept 10 — A former accountant of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) pleaded not guilty in the Sessions…
Perak exco: Poor foreign language skills, lack of translated info hurting tourism push
IPOH, Sept 10 — Efforts to promote Perak as a tourism destination for international visitors are being hampered by the…
Mannequin used in Zara Qairina fall test only ‘more or less’ accurate, Sabah court told
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 10 — A police witness told the Coroner’s Court today that a fall simulation in the case…
Over 1,200 students in Perak at risk of dropping out in 2025, says state education exco
IPOH, Sept 10 — A total of 1,254 students in Perak have been identified as being at risk of dropping…
Education minister files police report over comments linking her to the principal of the late Zara Qairina’s school
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — Minister of Education Fadhlina Sidek has lodged a report with the Royal Malaysia Police and…
Police arrest man in his 40s for alleged seditious remarks against Sabah TYT, chief minister
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 10 — Police yesterday arrested a 45-year-old man on a charge of allegedly using social media to…
KLIA now second busiest in South-east Asia, fuelled by more airlines and visa-free travel
KUALA LUMPUR — The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has reportedly climbed to become the second busiest airport in Southeast…
‘No other region like Asean’: Anwar says trust, unity make bloc uniquely peaceful
MELAKA, Sept 10 — Asean is unique and stands among the most peaceful regions in the world, a distinction that…
‘Keep Malaysia Clean’: PM Anwar to unveil nationwide anti-graft campaign on MACC’s 58th anniversary
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officially launch a national-level anti-corruption advocacy programme, ‘Keep Malaysia…
Embassy: No Malaysians hurt in Israeli strike on Doha, citizens urged to stay vigilant
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — The Malaysian Embassy in Doha, Qatar, has confirmed that no Malaysians were affected in the…
Health minister: 3,850 contract doctors accept permanent posts, will start duties next month
BANGI, Sept 10 — Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad said 3,850 out of 4,352 Grade UD10 medical officers have…
Real deal or raw deal? Malaysia’s first geographical indication case explained — and why it matters for consumers
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 — The Geographical Indications (GI) Act 2022 (Act 836) made its first headlines yesterday, nearly three…
MACC confirms no active probe on Halal Development Corp acting chairman, but past forgery conviction still on record
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 10 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has clarified that an integrity screening conducted on Halal Development Corporation’s…
Johor MACC nabs three civil servants, two others, over RM200,000 fake cow supply claims
JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 9 — The Johor Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained five individuals, including three civil servants, on…
‘They will finally receive protection’: Dewan Negara passes landmark Gig Workers Bill
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — The Gig Workers Bill 2025 was passed by the Dewan Negara yesterday, paving the way…
Dr Mahathir under scrutiny: MACC teams up with UK anti-graft agency to track assets overseas
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 9 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has deepened its international efforts to trace and recover assets allegedly…
Higher education dept explains Penang top scorer’s UM rejection, cites limited seats
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — Edward Wong, the STPM top scorer from Penang whose case drew public attention last week,…
Anwar: Thai PM Anutin vows to honour peace with Cambodia
MELAKA, Sept 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said newly-appointed Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has shown commitment…
Top STPM scorer denied UM accountancy seat due to quota limits, says higher education dept
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — The Higher Education Department (JPT) has explained why top Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) scorer…
Zara Qairina inquest: Police simulation suggests fall without force matched crime scene
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 9 — The inquest into the death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir today heard that a police…
In Melaka, Anwar officiates 19th Asean meeting on transnational crime
MELAKA, Sept 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today graced the opening of the 19th Asean Ministers’ Meeting on Transnational…
Doctor says he explained Zara Qairina’s cause of death to family, despite mother’s claim
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 9 — A neurosurgeon told the inquest into the death of 13-year-old schoolgirl Zara Qairina Mahathir that…