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Pondok schools to be upgraded with new technology
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim arriving for the opening of the international Quran recital and memorisation contest in Kuala Lumpur this…
SPM top-scorers who didn’t have it easy
Aimimuqri Harraz Mohd Sufian scored 8As and 1B despite sitting for his SPM exam from a hospital bed. (Bernama pic)…
We’re not fixated on growth forecasts, but on building resilience, says Amir Hamzah
Finance minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan said the government’s focus now is on redesigning the economy with good governance in…
NGO rues politicisation of education in Malaysia
National schools are now seen as ‘Malay territory’, while vernacular schools are perceived as domains of the Chinese and Indians,…
‘UmDAP’ and pig farms? Ayer Kuning voters unbothered
Early voting in the Ayer Kuning by-election took place on April 22, with Election Commission officer Intan a/p Bah Kopi,…
The Teoh sisters: two vets healing animals every day
Sisters in scrubs: Dr Teoh Kah Ying (right) and Dr Teoh Kah Yong are on a mission to improve the…
World Bank forecasts 3.9% growth for Malaysia
he World Bank forecast cames after Bank Negara said the current forecast of 4.5% to 5.5% may be revised because…
Ministry accused of stealing ideas for pavilion at World Expo
The Malaysia Pavilion has a bamboo facade that features a pattern of interwoven ‘ribbons’, evoking the songket, according to the…
Another cop nabbed in MACC’s probe into maintenance contract
An MACC source said the officer was arrested to assist in investigations related to payments made over a maintenance contract…
Tamil actor Sivakumar and mum in condo death fall
Sivakumar Jayabalan, 48, who was found dead today, was a noted local Tamil actor and singer. (Facebook pic) KUALA LUMPUR:…
In call for unity, Queen notes family’s close ties with four Indians
The Raja Permaisuri Agong, Raja Zarith Sofiah, noted her gratitude to four Malaysian Indian men who served her family at…
Cops take statements from 14 people in Nurul Aina case
Kuantan police chief Wan Zahari Wan Busu said a ‘sudden death’ report did not mean that the case is closed.…
Singapore calls out 2 PAS leaders for election interference
PAS national treasurer Iskandar Abdul Samad and Selangor PAS Youth chief Sukri Omar were accused of trying to influence the…
Malaysia to cut growth outlook, discuss ‘fair’ trade with US
Finance minister II Amir Hamzah Azizan said the government will release its revised economic outlook in the coming months. (Bernama…
PN open to forming govt with moderate parties, says Bersatu leader
Saifuddin Abdullah says Bersatu’s new ideology is premised on moderation and inclusivity. PETALING JAYA: Perikatan Nasional is open to working…
New rule – only locally-produced rubber gloves can be exported
A government statement said the new rule on rubber glove exports was made in view of “changes in policies among…
Sanusi wants Ayer Kuning voters to end DAP’s political legacy in by-election
PN election director Sanusi Nor speaking at a ceramah in Bidor, Perak, last night. TAPAH: Perikatan Nasional election director Sanusi…
A correction without a name, a process without a record
From Kee Thariq K Zainal In response to the growing public scrutiny surrounding the 2019 appointment of Chief Justice Tengku…
14,000 straight-A students but ‘fading interest in science stream’
Health minister Dzulkefly Ahmad visiting a health check-up stall at a health carnival in Kota Bharu today. (Bernama pic) PETALING…
Putrajaya to get a high-performance sports complex
Federal territories minister Dr Zaliha Mustafa (centre) at the presentation of a RM278,000 contribution to the Federal Territories Sports Council…
All positions in PRS open for contest in October
PRS president Joseph Salang Gandum said the party obtained a six-month extension to hold the triennial delegates conference at the…
First two ETS trains for Johor line undergoing tests
Transport minister Loke Siew Fook with one of two ETS3 trains that have been assembled at the plant in Batu…
No room for narrow-minded prejudice in schools, says Anwar
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim meeting schoolchildren from the Tambun parliamentary constituency today. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Narrow-minded ideologies that judge…
Azalina, Ewon to represent Malaysia at state funeral for Pope Francis
Thousands of people have paid their final respects to Pope Francis at the lying in state at the Vatican. (EPA…
Malaysia open to bilateral trade deal with US amid tariff tensions
Investment, trade and industry minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz shakes hands with US trade representative Jamieson Greer during their meeting in…
‘UMDAP Mantap’ branding may have backfired among Ayer Kuning voters, says think tank
Ilham Centre said the alliance between Umno and DAP – once bitter rivals – remains a sensitive issue among Malay…
Bursa says trading systems secure amid account breaches
Bursa Malaysia said there were no reports of unauthorised access and trades that occurred today as at the close of…
Owning aggressive dog breeds banned in Kedah residential areas
Earlier this month, two Rottweilers attacked five people after escaping their cage in Taman Desa Bidara, Kuala Ketil, Kedah. (Envato…
Foreigner bites off cop’s ear during arrest
Although initially cooperative, the suspect suddenly bit off the officer’s ear as he was being placed in the patrol vehicle.…