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Amid murder probe, cops say Namewee’s case sent to AGC; waiting for instructions
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 — The case involving Malaysian rapper Wee Meng Chee, better known as Namewee, has been sent to…
Sarawak woman jailed 14 years for allowing daughter’s sexual abuse, neglecting son
SIBU, Oct 7 — A 32-year-old woman from Bintangor was sentenced to a total of 14 years in jail by…
Pahang retiree loses over RM140,000 to syndicate impersonating government officers
KUANTAN, Oct 7 — A 71-year-old retiree lost over RM140,000 of his savings after falling victim to a sophisticated phone…
DPP awaits AG’s instructions on possible contempt proceedings against Shafie Apdal over remarks on Zara Qairina inquest
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 7 — The Coroner's Court was informed that the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) is awaiting instructions from…
Flood situation in Kedah improving, one relief centre closed
ALOR SETAR, Oct 7 — The flood situation in Kedah has shown signs of improvement, with one temporary relief centre…
Tourism Ministry pledges stricter oversight after backlash over alcohol at official dinner
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 7 — The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has pledged to tighten monitoring and compliance with…
Private Agencies Act, set for update to simplify licence renewals and checks, clears first reading in Parliament
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The Private Agencies (Amendment) Bill 2025, which among others seeks to improve the provisions relating…
Govt widens Budi95 fuel aid to fishermen, boat owners and new drivers; over 31,000 more to benefit
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 7 — The government today announced the expansion of eligibility under the Budi Madani RON95 (Budi95) targeted subsidy…
Repeat KLIA2 tout fined RM5,000 for overcharging tourist RM836 for illegal taxi ride
SEPANG, Oct 7 — A 42-year-old woman was fined RM5,000 by the magistrates’ court here today after pleading guilty to…
All 23 Malaysians from Gaza aid flotilla to land at KLIA tonight, solidarity gathering at Axiata Arena tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — All 23 Malaysians who participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) mission will be arriving…
Current penalties too soft, new Bill aims to hit cybercriminals harder, says deputy home minister
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The government is in the process of drafting a new bill on cybercrime as part…
Governance without morality loses its compass, legitimacy, says Anwar
PETALING JAYA, Oct 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said morality must be the foundation of governance,…
PM Anwar updates Rulers on Trump’s Gaza plan, Budget 2026 as Malaysia gears up for Asean Summit
PETALING JAYA, Oct 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today briefed the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara…
Muhyiddin fails to get power abuse charges dismissed, trial dates to be fixed in November
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) has rejected the representation submitted by former Prime Minister, Tan…
Malaysia’s worker productivity up 2.4pc per worker in 2024 as govt targets fewer foreign labour
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — Malaysia’s worker productivity increased by 2.4 per cent in 2024, with value added per worker…
No policy change: SUVs still eligible for e-hailing under existing rules, transport minister clarifies
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 7 — The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has never issued any directive or statement restricting the use…
Dewan Rakyat Minister’s Question Time cancelled as PM called to Istana Negara
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The Minister’s Question Time (MQT) during today’s Dewan Rakyat sitting was abruptly scrapped after Prime Minister…
In Dewan Rakyat today: Trump’s Israel-Palestine peace plan, Visit Malaysia 2026, and anti-scam efforts
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — Malaysia’s stance on the peace plan proposed by United States President Donald Trump concerning the…
Home Ministry: Legal gaps, lack of technical expertise hamper enforcement against international scam syndicates
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — Despite ongoing enforcement efforts, Malaysia continues to face challenges in its fight against financial scam…
Electrician charged with sexually assaulting 11-year-old niece in Perak
IPOH, Oct 7 — A 46-year-old electrician was charged in the Sessions Court here today with sexually assaulting his 11-year-old…
Guan Eng proposes 50pc local sourcing for foreign investors to protect SMEs
PETALING JAYA, Oct 7 — Former Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng has urged that all foreign investors and contractors be…
Fifa: Heritage players used forged documents to represent Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The International Federation of Association Football (Fifa) has concluded that several players under the Football…
Anwar issues stern warning to Tiong King Sing over alcohol controversy at Tourism Malaysia dinner
PETALING JAYA, Oct 7 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reportedly issued a “stern warning” to Tourism, Arts…
Mukah cops arrest machete-wielding man who made threats during Facebook Live broadcast
MUKAH, Oct 7 — Police have arrested a 36-year-old local man for allegedly making threats in the Melanau dialect while…
Penang receives RM8.79 million for slope repairs in landslide-prone areas
GEORGE TOWN, Oct 7 — Penang has been allocated RM8.79 million from the Works Ministry this year for slope repair…
Blood on torn papers from school dorm matched Zara Qairina’s DNA, chemist tells inquest
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 7 — Chemist Nor Aidora Saedon today confirmed that blood traces found on several pieces of paper…
Tourism players defend Tiong King Sing over alcohol controversy at Melaka dinner
PETALING JAYA, Oct 6 — Tourism industry players have rallied behind Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King…
Woman to be charged today for allegedly overcharging foreign tourist RM836 for illegal KLIA taxi ride
SEPANG, Oct 7 — A woman accused of trying to cheat a foreign tourist of RM836 for an unauthorised taxi…
Govt ups ante for Malaysian Film Fest, Best Film winner to get RM1m boost from Creative Content Fund
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 7 — The winner of the Best Film Category at the 34th Malaysian Film Festival (FFM) will…