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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…

Man claims trial to attempted murder of cop
KUALA LUMPUR: An unemployed man claimed trial at the Sessions Court today to charges of attempting to murder a policeman…

Musk vs. Modi: Inside the battle over India's internet censorship
IN January, an old post on Elon Musk's social media platform, X, became a concern for police in the Indian…

Malaysia proposes Asean centre for science diplomacy
CYBERJAYA: Malaysia has proposed the establishment of an ASEAN Centre for Science Diplomacy, which would be the first regional hub…

Armed Forces chief optimistic on Cambodia-Thailand peace process
KUALA LUMPUR: Armed Forces chief General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar hopes both parties involved in the ongoing General Border…

Former Selangor Menteri Besar Khir Toyo joins Bersatu
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Selangor Menteri Besar Dr Mohamad Khir Toyo has joined Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu).Melaka Bersatu chief Abdul…

OpenAi launches two new AI models that can be customised
SAN JOSE: ChatGPT maker OpenAI has launched two new "open" artificial intelligence (AI) models that can be customised and run locally on a…

Brazil remains key market in Petronas' global strategy
KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) is maintaining its presence in Brazil despite an ongoing review of its international operations,…

Japan says US investments under trade deal will be determined by benefits for Tokyo
TOKYO: Japan's promised US$550 billion in US investments under the trade deal struck last month will be determined by whether…

Summit Hotel USJ to undergo RM45mil refurbishment
KUALA LUMPUR: The Summit Hotel Subang USJ will undergo a major refurbishment and rebranding exercise costing up to RM45 million,…

College-bound Darrshan not giving up on pro tennis dream
KUALA LUMPUR: National tennis player Darrshan Kumar is set to play collegiate tennis in the United States but has made…

PM quizzes housing developer over lack of schools in Cheras project
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim questioned the developer of a new government housing project in Cheras regarding…

No go yet for LSS6 as govt awaits actual usage numbers
KUALA LUMPUR: The government has yet to decide on the implementation of the sixth phase of the Large Scale Solar…

Appeals court rules EC's decision to bar voter under quarantine for Covid-19 to cast vote unlawful
PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal today ruled that the Election Commission's (EC) decision to bar a registered voter from casting…

Philippines to suspend rice imports for 60 days from September
MANILA: The Philippines, among the world's largest buyers of rice, will suspend rice imports for 60 days from Sept 1…

Philippines to suspend rice imports for 60 days from September
MANILA: The Philippines, among the world's largest buyers of rice, will suspend rice imports for 60 days from Sept 1…

Kelantan uncovers new border scam after 'flying passports' report
RANTAU PANJANG: Kelantan Immigration has uncovered a new border scam involving "counter setting" after arresting nearly 40 Thais, just days…

Sizzling Osaka to face Tauson in WTA Canadian Open semis
MONTREAL: Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka advanced to the semi-finals of the WTA Canadian Open on Tuesday with a…

Auction of items seized from Bangi hospital to proceed today
BANDAR BARU BANGI: The auction of assets seized from Hospital Islam Az-Zahrah in Bangi, Selangor will proceed today after Medi-Circle…

Razlan feels Horner's pain, 'not easy' says ex-RNF boss
KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Razlan Razali can relate to what former Red Bull Racing F1 team principal Christian Horner is going…

Zara audio clip genuine, lawyer says, washing machine claim rejected
KUALA LUMPUR: A lawyer for the family of Zara Qairina Mahathir said the viral 44-second audio recording, featuring a conversation…

Bursa Malaysia opens lower on US tariff concerns, Wall Street decline
KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower on Wednesday, tracking Wall Street's decline as sentiment turned cautious following weak US…

Armed robber with 44 records shot dead in Bukit Tunku
KUALA LUMPUR: An alleged armed robber with a record of 44 prior criminal and drug offences was shot dead following…

UPM exposes fraudulent academic documents in uniformed appointments
KUALA LUMPUR: Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) said that educational documents submitted by several individuals for appointments in a uniformed body…

Rangers move closer to Champions League qualification with win over Plzen
GLASGOW: Rangers took a step closer to the Champions League proper by beating Czech side Viktoria Plzen 3-0 in their…

Road Transport Act needs review to curb road tax dodgers
KUALA LUMPUR: The Road Transport Act (APJ) 1987 needs to be reviewed to impose harsher penalties on owners of luxury…

Al Hilal face ban from 2026-27 Saudi Super Cup
HOLDERS Al Hilal will be banned from the 2026-27 Saudi Super Cup if they qualify after withdrawing from this season's…

Phone scams a social crisis, not just cybercrime, warns criminologist
KUALA LUMPUR: The surge in phone scams across Malaysia and Southeast Asia is more than just a cybercrime trend —it…

Titan sub disaster was preventable, US finds in scathing report
WASHINGTON: The catastrophic implosion of the Titan submersible that killed five people in 2023 could have been prevented, a US…