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PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s digital economy is currently riding mostly on TikTok, but experts warn the country would be dangerously exposed if the platform falters. With more than 28 million local users spending an average of 39 hours a month on the app, TikTok has overtaken Facebook and YouTube in usage, transforming itself into a marketplace,… Continue reading Do not concentrate on one platform, TikTok users told

TAWAU: Sabah is projected to achieve stronger economic growth at an annual rate of 5.8% under the 13th Malaysia Plan for the 2026–2030 period. Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib stated the state can reach this target by leveraging its strengths in agro-commodities, agriculture, fisheries, and eco-tourism. The 13MP will emphasise value creation through… Continue reading Sabah targets 5.8% annual growth under 13MP with strategic focus

KUANTAN: Police have arrested two men, including a foreign national from Cambodia, on suspicion of stealing cables belonging to the East Coast Rail Link project. The arrests occurred during a raid on a rubber plantation shed located at the Temerloh Industrial Park in Mentakab on September 26. Acting Temerloh Police Chief ACP Mohd Nasyim Bahron… Continue reading Cambodian national among two arrested for stealing ECRL cables

ALOR SETAR: An elderly woman was among five individuals rescued by the Fire and Rescue Department after becoming trapped in their home during a flash flood in Kampung Machang Kudung, Pokok Sena. The department’s operations centre received a distress call at 6.38 pm, prompting a team from the Pokok Sena station to arrive at the… Continue reading Five rescued from Kedah flash flood including elderly woman

KUALA LUMPUR: Humanitarian assistance to civilians is a right recognised under international law, and states must facilitate the rapid delivery of relief supplies. Malaysian Bar president Mohamad Ezri Abdul Wahab condemned Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla and the detention of civilians reportedly in international waters off Gaza. He stated that reports of force… Continue reading Malaysian Bar says humanitarian aid to civilians is a right under international law

KUALA LUMPUR: The United States Embassy in Malaysia received a memorandum containing three demands regarding the Palestinian issue today. This diplomatic action represents Malaysian solidarity that extends beyond street demonstrations to international pressure. Angkatan Muda Keadilan chief Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim confirmed the embassy accepted the memorandum at 3 pm. Two representatives including PKR International… Continue reading Malaysia delivers Gaza solidarity memorandum to US embassy in Kuala Lumpur

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has reaffirmed its global leadership in social security with its reelection to the presidency of the International Social Security Association. Renowned social security visionary leader Datuk Seri Dr Mohammed Azman Aziz Mohammed secured a second term with a resounding global mandate from ISSA member institutions worldwide. He was elected as the 17th… Continue reading Malaysia secures second term at helm of ISSA presidency

KUALA LUMPUR: Israel must release the detained Malaysian activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla currently held at the Ketziot Camp within 72 hours. Lawyer Dir Kheizwan Kamaruddin confirmed all detained Malaysian nationals were advised to sign the Request For Immediate Departure forms during legal briefings. He stated that signing these forms should lead to their… Continue reading Israel must release detained Malaysian activists within 72 hours

PUTRAJAYA: The Town and Country Planning Department (PlanMalaysia) will examine each resolution presented at the Urban Renewal Convention organised by UMNO. Its director-general Datuk Dr Alias Rameli said this move aligns with the agency’s mandate as the country’s development planner. He stated that PlanMalaysia welcomes the convention resolutions because they align with government efforts to… Continue reading PlanMalaysia to review UMNO urban renewal convention resolutions

KUALA LUMPUR: The United Nations Association of Malaysia has expressed grave concern and disappointment over the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla. UNAM president Datuk Seri Mustapa Mohamed stated the flotilla was on a mission to deliver vital humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine. He noted that Palestinian people in Gaza have endured horrendous… Continue reading UNAM expresses grave concern over Global Sumud Flotilla interception

KOTA BELUD: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives has disbursed RM816 million in financing to more than 30,000 entrepreneurs nationwide through TEKUN Nasional between January and September this year. Minister Datuk Ewon Benedick revealed that RM95 million of this total was specifically channelled to 4,150 entrepreneurs in Sabah. He further detailed that Kota Belud… Continue reading Over 30,000 entrepreneurs receive RM816 million financing via TEKUN

JOHOR BAHRU: Two operators died while another remains hospitalised after inhaling toxic gas at a scheduled waste management and treatment plant in Pasir Gudang Industrial Estate. The Johor Department of Occupational Safety and Health has launched an investigation into the cause of the accident involving three water treatment plant operators. All three victims were transported… Continue reading Johor DOSH investigates toxic gas deaths at Pasir Gudang plant

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will host the 39th Senior Officials Committee for the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Meeting and the 34th ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community Council Meeting next week. The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture confirmed the meetings will occur at Sunway Pyramid Convention Centre in Selangor over three days starting Monday. These platforms will enable ASEAN… Continue reading Malaysia to host ASEAN socio-cultural meetings as 2025 chair

SEPANG: Lawyers from the Legal Centre for Arab Minority Rights in Israel have started consultations to represent Malaysian activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla who are currently detained by Israel. Sumud Nusantara Command Centre director-general Datuk Dr Sani Araby Abdul Alim Araby confirmed that the legal team has met with all 23 Malaysians involved. He… Continue reading Malaysian activists detained in Israel get legal representation

PUTRAJAYA: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has recognised Malaysia with a special award for its leadership and significant contributions in advancing statistical cooperation among member countries. The Department of Statistics Malaysia announced that chief statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin received this honour for his outstanding leadership and invaluable role in promoting statistical cooperation… Continue reading Malaysia honoured by OIC for advancing statistical cooperation

MUAR: Fishermen nationwide continue receiving their original fuel subsidies despite the government’s implementation of targeted fuel assistance. Malaysian Fisheries Development Board chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil confirmed that approximately 112,000 registered fishermen maintain their existing subsidy benefits. He noted that fishermen actually gain additional advantages through the BUDI MADANI 95 initiative that reduces their transportation expenses… Continue reading Fishermen retain original subsidies alongside new BUDI95 benefits

SEPANG: Five Malaysian activists and one Bruneian national previously involved in the Global Sumud Flotilla humanitarian mission have returned home. Sumud Nusantara Command Centre director-general Datuk Dr Sani Araby Abdul Alim Araby confirmed all returnees will begin volunteer duties at SNCC tonight. He revealed the total number involved is eight individuals including one Bruneian activist… Continue reading Malaysian activists return home from Gaza humanitarian mission

NILAI: The Ministry of Higher Education has reaffirmed its full support for humanitarian activists particularly academics participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said the ministry prays for the well-being of the lecturers involved and hopes they will remain safe throughout their journey and mission. He stated that as… Continue reading MOHE pledges full support for academics in Gaza humanitarian mission

KUCHING: Sarawak is targeting to secure 720 business events between 2026 and 2030 under the 13th Malaysia Plan, with a projected total economic impact of RM2.06 billion. State Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the state government remains committed to strengthening the business events industry, which has been identified as one of the… Continue reading Sarawak targets RM2.06 billion economic impact from 720 business events