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Appeals Court dismisses British woman's bid to transfer drug case to High Court
PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has dismissed a British national's bid for leave to appeal against a magistrate's court's refusal…
Iran on the brink: sanctions, survival and simmering anger
IRAN'S economy is at risk of simultaneous hyperinflation and severe recession, officials and analysts say, as leaders scramble to preserve…
Trump warns Israel would lose US backing if it annexes West Bank
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said Israel would lose its crucial backing from the United States if it annexes the occupied…
Takaichi's rise: symbol of progress or continuity of control?
SANAE Takaichi took office on Tuesday as Japan's first female prime minister, but her surprisingly male-dominated cabinet and socially conservative…
Six detained over murder of foreign worker in Kedah
ALOR SETAR: Police have arrested six individuals in connection with the murder of a Bangladeshi man at a house in…
NST Leader: When addiction becomes a public menace
IT has long been a grim truth that both petty and serious crimes are often linked to the trafficking, street…
No reduction in Gaza hunger since truce: WHO
GENEVA: The World Health Organization said Thursday there had been little improvement in the amount of aid going into Gaza…
7 rivers in Kedah overflow, floods hit multiple districts
ALOR STAR: Seven rivers in the state have surpassed the danger level following continuous rainfall today.According to the Flood Public…
MetMalaysia warns: Thunderstorms and strong winds incoming
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds for several…
Today's news in pictures – Thursday, Oct 23, 2025
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Injured MotoGP champion Marquez to miss rest of season
PARIS: MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez will miss the rest of the season due to an injured shoulder, his Ducati…
MPs back ban on social media for children under 16 to protect mental health
KUALA LUMPUR: Several members of parliament today voiced support for the government's proposal to prohibit social media use for children…
Malaysia's influence on the world stage keeps rising – Mohamad
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's standing as an influential player in international diplomacy continues to rise, with the country frequently mentioned at…
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News@9: Today's top headlines – Oct 23, 2025 [WATCH]
Here are today's top stories:Police for schools The government will deploy police officers to schools to protect students following a…
Tang Jie-Ee Wei remind rivals why they're world champions
KUALA LUMPUR: Fatigue almost derailed world champions Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei's campaign at the French Open on Thursday, but…
Almost 13pct of KADA's padi fields infested by weeds
KOTA BARU: The Kemubu Agricultural Development Authority (KADA) has identified 3,198ha, or 12.74 per cent, of its padi cultivation area…
#SHOWBIZ: Shirley Kwan reportedly in stable condition after weeks in hospital
HONG KONG: Retired Hong Kong singer Shirley Kwan is reportedly in a stable condition after several weeks in hospital.According to…
MCBA ready to assist RTD in tackling 'ulat teksi' menace at KLIA
SEPANG: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (MCBA) has affirmed its readiness to collaborate with the Road Transport Department…
Dortmund hope European form spills over into Bundesliga
BERLIN: Borussia Dortmund will look to earn their first league win in three matches when they host Cologne on Saturday,…
Pensioner loses nearly half a million to fake investment promising 40pct returns
KULAI: A 77-year-old retiree has lost nearly half a million ringgit after falling victim to an online investment scam promising…
Dr M: Malays 'losing power' under Anwar's rule due to DAP
SHAH ALAM: Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad told the High Court today that Malays in the country are losing power under…
Landslide hits Balik Pulau: Jalan Tun Sardon closed to all traffic
GEORGE TOWN: A landslide struck around 5pm today along Jalan Tun Sardon (Bukit Baru) in Balik Pulau, prompting authorities to…
Narcotics cop killed in collision with reversing trailer
MUAR: A 55-year-old narcotics police personnel was killed early this morning when his car collided with a reversing trailer at…
Expert: Responsible caning in schools can teach accountability, self-discipline
KUALA LUMPUR: The return of caning in schools, if carried out responsibly, could help instil accountability and self-discipline among students,…
Malaysia fast-tracks border wall project to curb illegal crossings
KUALA LUMPUR: The construction of a new concrete wall along the Malaysia–Thailand border, particularly in high-risk areas, will be expedited…
Fadhlina pledges to do better in safeguarding students' interests
PUTRAJAYA: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has pledged to improve efforts in safeguarding the welfare of students and enhancing the performance…
GOF seizes RM5.35mil illegal e-waste, arrests three men in Kedah
SUNGAI PETANI: Three local men were arrested while vehicles, electronic components (E-waste), scrap metal and plastic, all estimated to be…
'I couldn't even see my hands,' mother recounts harrowing Melaka arson ordeal
KUALA LUMPUR: Six members of a family, including a single mother and her two sons, were caught in a terrifying…
Bursa rules bind MAA's EGM bid for Deutsche KNM sale
KUALA LUMPUR: KNM Group Bhd's major shareholder MAA Group Bhd has to comply with Bursa Malaysia's Main Market listing requirements…