Month: July 2025

SEPANG: The KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) experienced a temporary suspension earlier today following heavy rainfall that caused water accumulation in the tunnel. Malaysia Airports confirmed the disruption occurred at 11 am due to a technical fault in one of the drainage pumps. The airport operator stated that… Continue reading KLIA Aerotrain service resumes after pump failure during heavy rain

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia loses an estimated RM64.2 billion each year due to preventable diseases such as diabetes, heart conditions and HIV, according to economist and Fellow at the Institute of Malaysian and International Studies (IKMAS), Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid. He said these losses stem not only from treatment costs, but also from reduced productivity, absenteeism,… Continue reading RM64.2 billion lost to preventable diseases, experts urge harm reduction policy

SEPANG: The KLIA Aerotrain service was briefly suspended at 11.00am on July 4 after water accumulation was detected in the tunnel during heavy rain. The operator explained that the tunnel’s drainage system is designed to pump out water during adverse weather, but a malfunction in one of the pumps led to a temporary build-up. As… Continue reading KLIA Aerotrain disrupted by tunnel flooding amid downpour

KUALA LUMPUR: The Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) is spearheading critical research to conserve the country’s dwindling firefly population. Under its Fauna Biodiversity Programme, scientists are addressing threats like habitat loss, pollution, and climate change to protect these bioluminescent insects. Programme head Dr Nada Badruddin highlighted multiple environmental pressures endangering fireflies, including riverbank erosion, waste… Continue reading FRIM leads firefly conservation efforts in Malaysia amid population decline

KOTA BHARU: The 9th Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) intercepted a large haul of electronic cigarettes valued at RM520,000 during a raid at an illegal base in Tengkorak near Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat. The operation, conducted under Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan, led to the seizure of 2,600 e-cigarette devices. GOF Southeast Brigade Commander Datuk… Continue reading GOF seizes RM520,000 worth of e-cigarettes in Tengkorak raid

KUALA LUMPUR: Mercy Malaysia has urged ASEAN to reaffirm its commitment to the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) on Myanmar, emphasising the need for improved humanitarian access and a reinforced Special Envoy mechanism amid the ongoing crisis. As ASEAN Foreign Ministers prepare to meet in Kuala Lumpur this week, Mercy Malaysia’s president, Datuk Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd… Continue reading Mercy Malaysia urges ASEAN to prioritise Myanmar aid access

KUALA BERANG: Terengganu Wanita UMNO has been urged to begin immediate groundwork to recapture the state in the next general election. Wanita UMNO chief Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad advised members to move past the party’s GE15 defeat and focus on rebuilding public trust. Speaking at the Hulu Terengganu UMNO division meeting, Noraini stressed the… Continue reading Terengganu Wanita UMNO urged to start prep for next general election

PUTRAJAYA: Eight government-linked companies (GLCs) have been chosen to participate in the Bengkel Inovasi GLC (BIG) programme, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Finance (MOF), the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), and Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd. Each selected GLC will receive matching grants of up to RM2 million, totalling RM10.7 million in… Continue reading Eight GLCs chosen for Bengkel Inovasi GLC programme with RM10.7 million grants

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has dismissed claims that the recent Sales and Service Tax (SST) adjustments justify hotel room rate increases. The ministry confirmed that the updated tax structure, effective July 1, does not alter service tax rates for hotel stays or food and beverages served on premises. The MoF acknowledged that… Continue reading Hotel rate hikes unjustified by SST revision says MoF

PETALING JAYA: The Kelana Jaya LRT line was disrupted this morning after a passenger trespassed onto the train tracks at Subang Alam Station, prompting Rapid KL to activate alternative train services and dispatch emergency response teams. In a Facebook statement today, the line’s operator Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd (Rapid Rail) confirmed the incident. ALSO READ:… Continue reading LRT disruption after trespass incident —netizens call for stricter measures

KOTA BELUD: The recent Pakatan Harapan (PH) meeting in Kota Kinabalu centered on three critical matters in anticipation of the upcoming Sabah state election. PH secretary-general Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed that discussions revolved around seat distribution, election machinery readiness, and finalizing the coalition’s manifesto. Saifuddin stressed the urgency of forming a strong election… Continue reading Sabah PH meeting focuses on seat distribution, manifesto, and election prep

KUALA SELANGOR: A 54-year-old housewife was sentenced to eight years in prison by the Kuala Selangor Sessions Court after pleading guilty to physically abusing her 13-year-old adopted daughter. The abuse involved using a mortar and pestle, a piece of wood, and a knife, leaving the victim with broken teeth and multiple injuries. Judge Nurul Mardhiah… Continue reading Housewife jailed 8 years for abusing adopted daughter in Kuala Selangor

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians are aware of the environmental damage caused by plastic bags, but meaningful behavioural change still lags behind, according to Universiti Teknologi Mara Faculty of Civil Engineering associate professor Dr Marfiah Ab Wahid. “Public awareness in Malaysia about the environmental impact of plastic bags has improved significantly over the past 10 years,” she… Continue reading Plastic bag use prevalent despite impact to environment

KUALA LUMPUR: The Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM) is driving rural entrepreneurship in the herbal industry by leveraging research and development (R&D) and modern technology. Through its Empowering Community-Based Herbal Products initiative, FRIM aims to equip local entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge needed to develop high-quality herbal products. FRIM director-general Datuk Dr Ismail… Continue reading FRIM boosts rural herbal industry with R&D and tech training

SHAH ALAM: A factory in Kuala Selangor has been fined RM256,000 for illegally processing scrap metal and electronic waste, violating environmental laws. The Kuala Selangor Sessions Court imposed the penalty yesterday after the company pleaded guilty to multiple offences under the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and the Environmental Quality (Clean Air) Regulations 2014. The Selangor… Continue reading Factory fined RM256k for illegal e-waste processing in Selangor

PUTRAJAYA: The Court of Appeal has fixed Sept 10 to deliver its decision on Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor’s appeal to recuse a High Court judge who presided over her corruption trial involving the RM1.25 billion solar hybrid project in Sarawak. Court of Appeal deputy registrar Muhammad Noor Firdaus Rosli set the date during the case… Continue reading Sept 10 decision on Rosmah’s appeal in solar case judge recusal

KUALA LUMPUR: Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono will participate in the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and related engagements in Kuala Lumpur next week. The meetings, scheduled from July 8 to 11, will focus on regional and global developments affecting Southeast Asia. Indonesia’s Foreign Ministry Director-General for ASEAN Cooperation, Siddharto Suryodhipuro, confirmed Sugiono’s attendance, highlighting… Continue reading Indonesia’s FM to attend ASEAN meetings in Kuala Lumpur

MELAKA: A pregnant woman and her husband have been sentenced to prison for multiple crimes, including robbery and theft, in separate court proceedings in Melaka. Jasila Jamaruddin, 31, who is five months pregnant, received a three-year jail term for robbery, while her husband, Muhammad Alif Aiman Zaini, 24, was sentenced to one year for handling… Continue reading Pregnant woman and husband jailed for robbery and theft in Melaka

PARIS: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet with France’s top two leaders on the second day of his official visit to the country, today. Having arrived yesterday, Anwar is scheduled for a morning meeting with his counterpart, Francois Bayrou. He was earlier accorded an official welcome at the Hôtel des Invalides.… Continue reading PM Anwar to meet France’s top leaders during official visit

KOTA BELUD: The Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) has allocated RM1 million each to 12 MADANI Adopted Villages for various development projects. The funds will be used for both physical and non-physical initiatives aimed at improving local communities. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that the allocation is designed for quick implementation with… Continue reading RM1 million allocation for 12 MADANI adopted villages under KDN

SEPANG: A 61-year-old man was charged in the Sessions Court today for allegedly posting offensive remarks against His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, on Facebook in February. The charges were not read out in court due to the accused’s health and hearing difficulties. Judge Ahmad Fuad Othman allowed the accused to undergo psychiatric evaluation… Continue reading Elderly man charged for offensive Facebook remarks against King

JOHOR BAHRU: A syndicate has been uncovered operating out of rented luxury apartments, which were converted into both a drug processing centre and a clandestine entertainment hub complete with karaoke rooms for customers. Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said that in a raid at about 6.30 am on June 25, rooms in three apartments… Continue reading Luxury apartment raid uncovers drug den, karaoke hub