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Anwar says democracy relies on accountability

Anwar says democracy relies on accountability

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said democracy is not just about voting, but about leaders being accountable…
Bitter pill for healthcare's RESET strategy

Bitter pill for healthcare's RESET strategy

LETTERS: The RESET strategy — a coordinated reform framework to overhaul the private healthcare system and curb soaring medical inflation…
Boys given one-year bond for classmate assault

Boys given one-year bond for classmate assault

KAJANG: Two 13-year-old boys were ordered by the magistrate's court to be placed under a good behaviour bond for one-year…
No abuse or neglect in case of twin boys on sidewalk, says exco

No abuse or neglect in case of twin boys on sidewalk, says exco

GEORGE TOWN: Authorities have found no element of abuse or neglect in the case where two twin boys were allegedly…
Immigration DG vows to weed out 'bad apples' amid counter-setting scandal

Immigration DG vows to weed out 'bad apples' amid counter-setting scandal

KUALA LUMPUR: The Immigration Department has pledged to continue rooting out rogue officers following the recent "counter-setting" scandal uncovered by…
Warden breaks down, says he received backlash despite efforts to seek justice for Zara

Warden breaks down, says he received backlash despite efforts to seek justice for Zara

KOTA KINABALU: There were no attempts by staff of SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha to conceal the truth behind the death…
Sze Fei-Izzuddin look to rebuild confidence after 'revenge' win

Sze Fei-Izzuddin look to rebuild confidence after 'revenge' win

KUALA LUMPUR: Men's doubles Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani avenged their defeat to Taiwan's Lee Jhe Huei-Yang Poh Hsuan, but…
US judge orders pro-Palestinian protest leader Khalil deported to Algeria or Syria

US judge orders pro-Palestinian protest leader Khalil deported to Algeria or Syria

WASHINGTON: A judge in the southern US state of Louisiana has ordered prominent pro-Palestinian protest leader Mahmoud Khalil to be…
Flick backs 'unbelievable' Rashford to shine in Yamal absence

Flick backs 'unbelievable' Rashford to shine in Yamal absence

NEWCASTLE: Barcelona coach Hansi Flick wants Marcus Rashford to grab his chance to shine in the absence of the injured…
Doctors leaving amid toxic workplaces and stalled careers

Doctors leaving amid toxic workplaces and stalled careers

KUALA LUMPUR: Doctors are leaving over stalled careers, low pay, and toxic workplaces, the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) warned.In a…
Ex-tahfiz teacher acquitted of sexually assaulting boy

Ex-tahfiz teacher acquitted of sexually assaulting boy

IPOH: A former tahfiz school teacher was acquitted and discharged by the Sessions Court in Ipoh after it ruled that…
Development of Kampung Baru must prioritise Malay interests, says Sultan of Selangor

Development of Kampung Baru must prioritise Malay interests, says Sultan of Selangor

KUALA LUMPUR: All decisions on development in Kampung Baru must consider the long-term interests of the Malay community, says the…
Tang Jie steps up to cover flu-stricken Ee Wei as Soon Huat-Shevon falter

Tang Jie steps up to cover flu-stricken Ee Wei as Soon Huat-Shevon falter

KUALA LUMPUR: Chen Tang Jie played the lead role perfectly to provide cover for the flu-stricken Toh Ee Wei at…
Crocodile attack kills boy fishing in Sarawak river

Crocodile attack kills boy fishing in Sarawak river

KUCHING: A 12-year-old boy died after being attacked by a crocodile while he was fishing in Sungai Kampung Empila in…
Formosa Prosonic jumps 20pct, volume hits two-year high on MD stake buy

Formosa Prosonic jumps 20pct, volume hits two-year high on MD stake buy

KUALA LUMPUR: Shares of Formosa Prosonic Industries Bhd (FPI) surged to a three-month high in active morning trade after its…
Budget 2026 to bring good news for civil servants and Malaysians, says Chief Secretary

Budget 2026 to bring good news for civil servants and Malaysians, says Chief Secretary

SEPANG: Chief Secretary to the Government, Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, has hinted that Budget 2026 will include positive announcements…
Cherotich overhauls Yavi to take women's 3,000m steeplechase gold

Cherotich overhauls Yavi to take women's 3,000m steeplechase gold

UPDATE 1-Athletics-Cherotich overhauls Yavi to take women's 3,000m steeplechase gold(Writes through with detail)By Nick MulvenneyTOKYO, Sept 17 (Reuters) - Kenya's…
HLIB sees bright outlook for property sector

HLIB sees bright outlook for property sector

KUALA LUMPUR: The property market in the second half of 2025 is projected to offer promising opportunities across different segments,…
Australian teen Gout Gout revels in world championships debut

Australian teen Gout Gout revels in world championships debut

TOKYO: Australian teen sensation Gout Gout advanced to the semi-finals of the 200 metres at the world championships on Wednesday…
Pakistan beat UAE to set up India rematch in Asia Cup

Pakistan beat UAE to set up India rematch in Asia Cup

DUBAI: Pakistan set up another politically charged showdown with arch-rivals India at the Asia Cup after defeating the United Arab…
Profit-taking on Wall Street weighs on Bursa Malaysia

Profit-taking on Wall Street weighs on Bursa Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Thursday, tracking overnight Wall Street's mixed close, with traders locking in profits after the United…
Penang restaurant ordered to close after rats, cockroach droppings found in kitchen

Penang restaurant ordered to close after rats, cockroach droppings found in kitchen

GEORGE TOWN: A restaurant along Jalan Penang has been ordered to close for 14 days after health authorities found cockroaches,…
CIMB Securities starts KIP Reit with 'Buy' call

CIMB Securities starts KIP Reit with 'Buy' call

KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Securities has initiated its coverage on KIP Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit) with a "Buy" call anchored…
Colombia's Restrepo aims to make history as World Athletics head

Colombia's Restrepo aims to make history as World Athletics head

TOKYO: Former Colombian sprinter Ximena Restrepo has told AFP in an interview that she intends to stand to succeed Sebastian…
Hong Kong central bank cuts interest rate, tracking Fed move

Hong Kong central bank cuts interest rate, tracking Fed move

HONG KONG: The Hong Kong Monetary Authority on Thursday cut its base interest rate charged via the overnight discount window…
Thuram grabs double as Inter ease past hosts Ajax

Thuram grabs double as Inter ease past hosts Ajax

AMSTERDAM: Marcus Thuram powered home two headed goals as Inter Milan banished the demons of last season's Champions League final…
Glove puppetry brings stories to life for the departed

Glove puppetry brings stories to life for the departed

KUALA LUMPUR: On a makeshift stage before rows of empty chairs, a lively puppet show entertains both the living and…
Four arrested after Trump, Epstein images projected onto Britain's Windsor Castle

Four arrested after Trump, Epstein images projected onto Britain's Windsor Castle

LONDON: Four people were arrested on Tuesday following a projection of images of Donald Trump alongside sex offender Jeffrey Epstein…