Month: August 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The long-term assistance plan for victims of the Pantai Dalam fire will be carefully studied before implementation. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil stated that his ministry is organising meetings with affected families and Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). “First, we will engage with the affected families to explore what kinds of support, beyond… Continue reading Pantai Dalam fire victims to receive long-term aid, says Fahmi Fadzil

KUALA LUMPUR: The Magistrate’s Court acquitted former Malaysian United Democratic Alliance (MUDA) secretary-general Amir Hariri Abd Hadi over charges linked to a 2022 protest rally on the littoral combat ship (LCS) issue. Magistrate Farah Nabihah Muhamad Dan ordered his release after the prosecution applied to withdraw the case. Deputy Public Prosecutor Anis Wahidah Mohamad cited… Continue reading Former Muda sec-gen freed over charge regarding LCS protest rally

BANDAR PERMAISURI: The remains of Corporal Mohd Hafizul Izham Mazlan were buried with full police honours today. The 35-year-old policeman died after being struck by a suspect’s vehicle during a housebreaking operation in Alor Setar. His body was brought to his parents’ home in Kampung Pak Kancil before funeral prayers at Petra Jaya Mosque. The… Continue reading Corporal Mohd Hafizul Izham buried with police honours in Bandar Permaisuri

CYBERJAYA: ASEAN has shown decisive action under Malaysia’s leadership, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He credited Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for mediating the Thailand-Cambodia border dispute, resulting in a ceasefire. Malaysia convened talks in Putrajaya to ease tensions between the neighbouring nations, Mohamad stated. An interim monitoring team will oversee the… Continue reading Malaysia’s ASEAN leadership resolves regional crises decisively

KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar, has extended his greetings on the occasion of the 58th ASEAN Day today. In a Facebook post, he emphasised Malaysia’s continued commitment as an ASEAN member state to strengthen diplomatic relations, trade, security, education, and cultural cooperation for the shared prosperity of… Continue reading Malaysia reaffirms ASEAN commitment on 58th ASEAN Day

CYBERJAYA: United States President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa are among the world leaders expected to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia this October, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who represents Malaysia as ASEAN Chair, said positive… Continue reading Four major world leaders expected at ASEAN summit — PM Anwar

CYBERJAYA: Chinese President Xi Jinping may visit Malaysia in October for the Asean Summit, alongside United States President Donald Trump, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He told reporters that “it (Xi’s visit) was a possibility” echoing Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s indication of this development. Mohamad was speaking to reporters after attending… Continue reading Xi may join Trump at Asean Summit, says Foreign Minister

SHAH ALAM: Edaran Otomobil Nasional (EON) Bhd has set a goal to sell more than 12,000 vehicles this year. Chief executive officer Akkbar Danial revealed the company has already sold around 6,000 units across various models. EON serves as the official distributor for Proton and also handles global brands Audi, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen through subsidiaries.… Continue reading EON Bhd aims to sell 12,000 vehicles in 2025 amid market competition

KUALA LUMPUR: TalentCorp Malaysia Berhad is encouraging eligible Malaysian Indian youth to apply for the fully funded Malaysian Indian Skills Initiative (MiSI) 2.0. This job-linked training programme ensures direct employment in priority economic sectors upon completion. Participants will receive targeted training tailored to industry demands, with guaranteed job placements. The training duration varies from one… Continue reading Malaysian Indian youth urged to join MiSI 2.0 for career growth

KUALA LUMPUR: Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar today called on all civil servants to proudly display the Jalur Gemilang at their homes and workplaces in conjunction with the National Month celebration. “Show your patriotism and embrace the spirit of MERDEKA!” he said in a post on Facebook. Through a… Continue reading Civil servants urged to fly Jalur Gemilang at home, workplace

SEREMBAN: The Negeri Sembilan Road Transport Department (JPJ) has seized 10 luxury vehicles, including a Porsche Taycan, Toyota Alphard and Mini Cooper Countryman, following the owners’ failure to renew their road tax and insurance from January until early this month. State JPJ director Hanif Yusabra Yusof said some of the cars, worth hundreds of thousands… Continue reading JPJ seizes 10 luxury cars in Negeri Sembilan for expired road tax, insurance

KUALA LUMPUR: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) needs to undertake a bold re-framing of its economic strategy as the region navigates a complex polycrisis, said Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong. He said the region is no stranger to a changing world order, and it has to create a middle… Continue reading ASEAN must reframe economic strategy amid global polycrisis – Liew

JOHOR BAHRU: As the nation celebrates the spirit of independence, one elderly man in Johor has taken his patriotism to extraordinary heights. M. Kandapan, 65, has adorned his home and vehicle with over 3,000 pieces of the Jalur Gemilang, each one carefully placed as a testament to his unwavering love for the country. This initiative… Continue reading A sea of Jalur Gemilang: Johor man’s show of patriotism