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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

NILAI: The National Education Council (MPN) expected to be established this year will help strengthen and advance the country’s education system against artificial intelligence (AI) challenges. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir stated that the global education landscape is changing rapidly with many countries rethinking their approaches due to AI’s rise. “AI… Continue reading National Education Council to strengthen system against AI challenges

SEPANG: The Marinette, the final vessel of the Global Sumud Flotilla mission carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, was intercepted by the Israeli military this afternoon. Hopes for delivering aid to the Palestinian people ended when armed Israeli soldiers boarded the ship at 3.30 pm Malaysian time. Live footage from the Sumud Nusantara Command Centre showed… Continue reading Last GSF aid ship Marinette intercepted by Israeli military near Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian civil servants are saving an average of 2.5 hours daily through artificial intelligence adoption according to the world’s largest civil servant survey. World Bank Lead Economist for Malaysia, Apurva Sanghi revealed these findings from a survey of over 16,500 officers across all 28 federal ministries conducted with the Public Service Department. He… Continue reading Malaysia civil servants save 2.5 hours daily with AI adoption

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that the government wants more Malaysians to benefit from economic growth and financial literacy, not just a small segment of society, particularly the elite. He stated that the level of financial literacy is crucial to strengthening the people’s resilience in facing economic challenges and to… Continue reading PM Anwar calls for wider economic growth benefits and financial literacy

PETALING JAYA: Federal Court Judge Datuk Lee Swee Seng has endorsed mediation as the most sensible and holistic way to resolve divorce disputes. He noted that divorce cases can typically take up to five years to conclude based on his experience as a family court judge in 2015. Lee emphasised that mediation allows parties to… Continue reading Federal Court judge endorses mediation as best path in divorce disputes

JOHOR BAHRU: Malakoff Corporation Bhd has confirmed no fatalities or injuries occurred during a fire at its Tanjung Bin Energy Power Plant in Pontian last night. The affected areas have been safely cordoned off with precautionary measures implemented to protect staff, on-site personnel and the surrounding community. The fire broke out at approximately 8 pm… Continue reading Tanjung Bin power plant fire contained with no casualties reported

GEORGE TOWN: Uzbekistan is projecting a surge in Malaysian tourist arrivals this year driven by expanded air connectivity and the introduction of umrah-plus packages that combine pilgrimage with cultural tours. Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Malaysia, Karomidin Gadoev, said that bilateral tourism exchanges have grown significantly, with Malaysian arrivals doubling last year. He confirmed that about 4,500… Continue reading Uzbekistan targets over 15,000 Malaysian tourists with new flights

KUALA LUMPUR: A mechanic pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court today to a charge of gang robbery against a Chinese national involving losses exceeding 2.1 million ringgit. Syed Ali Imran Alqudri Syed Zulkefeli @ Syed Zulalqudri, 42, was charged with jointly committing the offence with two individuals who have already been charged and another… Continue reading Mechanic pleads not guilty in RM2.1 million gang robbery case

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officiated the opening of Hameediyah Restaurant’s new branch at Semua House mall today. This marks the sixth branch for Malaysia’s oldest nasi kandar restaurant chain. He arrived at approximately 2.30 pm and received a warm welcome from seventh-generation owner Ahamed Seeni Pakir Abdul Shukur and restaurant staff.… Continue reading Prime Minister opens Hameediyah Restaurant’s sixth branch in Semua House

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council has launched the Virtual Island of Penang platform to enhance overall city management through integrated real-time data. Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran described the RM30 million platform as a digital twin system that comprehensively maps urban infrastructure. Penang has become the first in Malaysia and potentially the region to… Continue reading Penang launches VIP digital platform for enhanced city management

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the National Education Council to address key issues including STEM, artificial intelligence and Malay language proficiency. He emphasised the need to enhance English and History education while recognising religious and traditional schools’ roles. Anwar also promoted stronger collaboration between universities and the Academy of Sciences… Continue reading Anwar urges education council to focus on STEM, AI and language skills

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described Israel’s allegations labelling Global Sumud Flotilla activists as terrorists as insolent. He stated that the GSF’s voyage to Gaza constituted a humanitarian mission to assist Palestinians oppressed by the Zionist regime. Anwar emphasised that the Zionist regime represents the true terrorist entity in reality. He… Continue reading Anwar condemns Israel labelling GSF activists as terrorists

KOTA KINABALU: Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor is confident the RM4.2 billion Jesselton Docklands city waterfront project will be a key driver of Sabah’s economic transformation. He stated the development on the prime 14.16-hectare site will be a catalyst for job creation and will attract investments while boosting tourism. The project is also expected… Continue reading Jesselton Docklands to drive Sabah’s economic transformation