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Jerantut tragedy: 'I told them not to go', says grieving mother who lost five loved ones

Jerantut tragedy: ‘I told them not to go’, says grieving mother who lost five loved ones

PARIT: A mother's intuition that something was amiss turned into a tragedy when her four children and a son-in-law died…
Klang boat tragedy: Victims may not have been wearing life jackets, say cops

Klang boat tragedy: Victims may not have been wearing life jackets, say cops

KLANG: All victims involved in the capsized boat incident in the waters off Tanjung Harapan here Friday (June 6) were…
Bukit Aman announces transfers of 17 senior officers

Bukit Aman announces transfers of 17 senior officers

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) on Saturday (June 7) announced the transfer of 17 senior officers effective July…
Ukrainian attack damaged 10% of Russia's strategic bombers, Germany says

Ukrainian attack damaged 10% of Russia’s strategic bombers, Germany says

BERLIN (Reuters) -A Ukrainian drone attack last weekend likely damaged around 10% of Russia's strategic bomber fleet and hit some…
WorldPride attendees to march through Washington in defiance of Trump

WorldPride attendees to march through Washington in defiance of Trump

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -LGBTQ+ people from around the world will march through the streets of Washington on Saturday in a joyful…
Hong Kong principals slam popular schools’ class expansion without consultation

Hong Kong principals slam popular schools’ class expansion without consultation

Principals in Hong Kong have criticised education authorities for failing to consult the sector regarding a new measure that permits…
Rapid On-Demand to introduce 13 new zones on June 9

Rapid On-Demand to introduce 13 new zones on June 9

KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd will introduce 13 new zones for its Rapid KL On-Demand service as well as…
New Lao-Thai friendship bridge to enhance trade and connectivity, say top officials

New Lao-Thai friendship bridge to enhance trade and connectivity, say top officials

VIENTIANE (Bernama-Xinhua): The fifth Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge, linking Bolikhamxay province in Laos to Thailand's northeastern province of Bueng Kan, is…
Klang boat capsize: 'There was water everywhere in seconds,' says teen

Klang boat capsize: ‘There was water everywhere in seconds,’ says teen

KLANG: "It happened so fast. The boat capsized, and there was water everywhere in seconds."For 17-year-old Alvin Chang Yan Qin…
Immigration denies issuing Aidiladha meat distribution guidelines

Immigration denies issuing Aidiladha meat distribution guidelines

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Immigration Department has denied issuing any statement regarding guidelines for the distribution of "Qurban" (sacrificial) meat…
Govt's data collection directive sparks privacy concerns, says Dr Wee

Govt’s data collection directive sparks privacy concerns, says Dr Wee

PETALING JAYA: The government’s efforts to collate detailed records of phone calls and internet usage from telecommunications firms are a…
Pink, gaseous influent likely caused Penang sewer line blast, says IWK

Pink, gaseous influent likely caused Penang sewer line blast, says IWK

PETALING JAYA: A pink, gaseous influent is potentially the cause of the recent underground explosion near a sewer line in…
Ukraine says it shot down Russian Su-35 fighter jet

Ukraine says it shot down Russian Su-35 fighter jet

KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine's air forces shot down a Russian Su-35 fighter jet on Saturday morning, the Ukrainian military said."This morning,…
Jerantut tragedy: Brother described deceased as cheerful, someone who brought joy to the family

Jerantut tragedy: Brother described deceased as cheerful, someone who brought joy to the family

IPOH: For Muhammat Ridzuan Ishak, 33, the loss of his younger and closest brother in a tragic accident is very…
MMEA: Capsized boat refloated, search for missing couple continues

MMEA: Capsized boat refloated, search for missing couple continues

KLANG: The search and rescue (SAR) operation to locate a couple who went missing after their boat capsized in the waters off…
AG must disclose more details on NFA over Teoh Beng Hock's death, says lawyer

AG must disclose more details on NFA over Teoh Beng Hock’s death, says lawyer

IPOH: Attorney General Tan Sri Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar should disclose further details on the decision by the Attorney General's Chambers…
Penang govt to study decision on 5% discount for first-time homebuyers among Indian Muslims, says Sim

Penang govt to study decision on 5% discount for first-time homebuyers among Indian Muslims, says Sim

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang government will review its decision to offer a 5% discount to first-time homebuyers among the Indian…
Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv kills three, wounds 22, mayor says

Russian attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv kills three, wounds 22, mayor says

KYIV (Reuters) -Russia attacked the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv at night with drones, missiles and guided bombs, killing at…
GRS intensifies preparations for 17th Sabah state polls

GRS intensifies preparations for 17th Sabah state polls

KOTA KINABALU: Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) has intensified its preparations for the 17th state election (PRN17), with comprehensive training sessions…
Another Malaysian haj pilgrim dies in Holy Land

Another Malaysian haj pilgrim dies in Holy Land

MINA: Another Malaysian haj pilgrim passed away on Friday (June 6), bringing the total number of deaths in the Holy…
National Youth Day celebration to showcase elements of Asean

National Youth Day celebration to showcase elements of Asean

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Youth Day (HBN) celebration on June 13-15 will be unique as it will showcase elements of…
Penang new discount to boost housing sector gets called out

Penang new discount to boost housing sector gets called out

GEORGE TOWN: In response to concerns over the oversupply of non-affordable housing units, the Penang state government has approved measures…
Severe weather expected over 10 states until 5pm today

Severe weather expected over 10 states until 5pm today

PETALING JAYA: Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds have been forecast for most parts of Malaysia, including Selangor and Johor.In…
Search continues for missing couple after boat capsizes

Search continues for missing couple after boat capsizes

KLANG: The remains of Gan Hon Tat, 32, and Careen Man, 29, are still missing at sea.Gan and Man were…
Aidiladha sacrificial rite strengthens community ties, says Fahmi

Aidiladha sacrificial rite strengthens community ties, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: The Aidiladha sacrificial rite not only fulfils religious obligations but also serves as a means to strengthen ties…
Sabah to host international event on rural social enterprise from Oct 31-Nov 4

Sabah to host international event on rural social enterprise from Oct 31-Nov 4

KOTA KINABALU: A gathering to unite changemakers from across the globe with the aim of exchanging knowledge and networking purposes…
Elderly pilgrims show unwavering spirit in stoning ritual despite physical challenges

Elderly pilgrims show unwavering spirit in stoning ritual despite physical challenges

MINA: Under the searing desert sun and through the physically demanding masyair phase of haj, elderly Malaysian pilgrims have shown…
Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrated with festive spirit nationwide

Hari Raya Aidiladha celebrated with festive spirit nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims nationwide on Saturday (June 7) celebrated the Hari Raya Aidiladha with grateful hearts as thousands of congregants,…