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Crocodile attacks man casting net in Setiu lake

BANDAR PERMAISURI, May 1 — A 50-year-old man sustained injuries to his right arm and left fingers after being attacked…
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Sabah PKR slams claim of finalised seat deal with BN, urges Umno to stop jumping the gun

KOTA KINABALU, May 1 — Sabah PKR has denied seat negotiations have been decided between Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan…
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As RM3 hike looms, Bintulu’s small businesses say egg subsidy removal puts pressure on food, childcare costs

BINTULU, May 1 — The gradual reduction and upcoming removal of egg subsidies is expected to significantly impact childcare centres,…
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Kindergarten pupil in Johor dies after allegedly being left in van for hours, driver under neglect probe

ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 1 — A five-year-old kindergarten pupil in Taman Bukit Indah has died after being found unconscious in…
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Sabah to table new Native Court Enactment, targets stronger food security and inclusivity, says CM

TAMBUNAN, May 1 — The Sabah Native Court Enactment 1992 will be replaced with a new version to streamline the…
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Gig Workers’ Bill heads to Parliament in June, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today the Gig Workers’ Bill will be tabled…
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Sarawak to implement Cambridge-standard assessment for Dual Language Programme starting October for Year Six students

KUCHING, May 1 — Sarawak is set to implement the Cambridge assessment for Year 6 students this coming October, said…
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Local authorities must establish Integrity Units by August 31 to boost governance, says MACC

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — All local authorities (PBT) are required to establish an Integrity Unit (UI) by August 31…
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Department of Atomic Energy celebrates 40 years, plans to enhance nuclear energy regulation and public awareness

SEPANG, May 1 — As it marks its 40th anniversary, the Department of Atomic Energy (Atom Malaysia) is ready to…
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Malaysia calls for broader ceasefire in Myanmar to facilitate disaster relief and ensure safety of aid workers

PUTRAJAYA, May 1— Malaysia has called for the extension and expansion of the current ceasefires in Myanmar, which expired Wednesday,…
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Nationwide smoking crackdown hits hard with RM10m in penalties as over 43,000 fined under new law, says MoH

KAJANG, May 1 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued 43,455 compound notices involving fines totalling RM10,424,350 for various…
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MACC: Malaysia to adopt Deferred Prosecution Agreement model to tackle grand corruption by next year

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — The Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) will be implemented through amendments to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission…
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‘Still much to achieve’: Minister tells oil and gas sector to ramp up clean energy efforts

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) companies are being urged to explore viable alternatives…
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Pulai MP Suhaizan Kayat admitted to ICU over high fever, low oxygen levels but condition stable

JOHOR BARU, April 30 — Pulai MP Suhaizan Kayat is receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the…
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Teen boy injured escaping knife-wielding kidnappers in Shah Alam, police hunting suspects

SHAH ALAM, April 30 — A teenage boy was injured after narrowly escaping a kidnap attempt at knifepoint in Section…
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Maldives president wraps up first official Malaysia visit after four days

SEPANG, April 30 — Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu departed Malaysia today, marking the end of his four-day official visit to…
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When nasi lemak inflation outpaces your salary: Is Malaysia’s RM1,700 minimum wage enough?

KUALA LUMPUR, May 1 — Labour Day, globally celebrated today, may not be just a day off for workers but…
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Thailand, Malaysia collaborate to dismantle transnational drug syndicate

BANGKOK, April 30 — Thailand’s Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) has dismantled a Thai-Malaysian transnational drug network following…
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Regional neighbours back Malaysia’s push for peace in Myanmar, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Cambodia and Singapore support Malaysia's efforts, as the Asean Chairman, to continue dialogue with all…
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Police probe death of teen who fell from 39th floor of Sungai Besi condo

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — A 19-year-old man died after falling from the 39th floor of a condominium at Jalan…
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Azalina: Sulu claim heads to Paris court July 7 as Malaysia fights US$14.9b arbitration ruling

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — The next proceedings in the case involving the Sulu group’s claim are scheduled to be…
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Melaka police deny viral claim of attempted rape, neck slashing in Semabok robbery case

MELAKA, April 30 — Melaka police have denied viral claims that a housewife was nearly raped and had her neck…
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Selangor MB: Repairs to begin tomorrow for homes impacted by Putra Heights gas fire

SHAH ALAM, April 30 — The Selangor government announced today that the repair process for houses affected by the Putra…
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Two-month-old baby dies after car crashes into lorry near Batu Gajah

JASIN, April 30 — A two-month-old baby girl died, while her parents sustained severe injuries after the car they were…
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Malaysia closes the book on Covid-19 tomorrow

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Malaysia will officially revoke the extension order declaring the country as a Covid-19 infected zone…
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Million-ringgit WhatsApp trap: Penang man loses life savings in ‘BIONM’ stock scam

GEORGE TOWN, April 30 — An account manager from a private company lost RM1.36 million after falling victim to an…
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Federal Court upholds 30-year sentence for man who killed friend, lived with body for four days

PUTRAJAYA, April 30 — The Federal Court here today upheld the conviction, 30-year jail sentence and whipping of an odd-job…
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Fahmi: Cabinet backs rolling back egg subsidy as supply has normalised since Covid-19 pandemic

PUTRAJAYA, April 30 — The decision to roll back subsidy for eggs was made after the supply chain showed signs…