Category: Local

TAIPING: An oil palm plantation worker escaped the death penalty after the High Court here today sentenced him to seven years in prison on an amended charge of manslaughter of a detainee at Taiping Prison, six years ago. Judge Noor Ruwena Md. Nurdin sentenced Mohd Nizam Shah Shahruddin, 40, to seven years in prison without… Continue reading Plantation worker escapes the gallows

KUALA LUMPUR: Police arrested a woman and her boyfriend for suspected neglect of the woman’s two daughters, four and 16, at a residence in Puchong near here on Wednesday. Subang Jaya district police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said they received a tip off from the Social Welfare Department at about 12.43 pm and… Continue reading Mother, boyfriend arrested for suspected neglect of two daughters

KUALA LUMPUR: A consultancy firm director pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to 10 charges of failing to report being offered bribes amounting to RM100,000 to help expedite claims under the Penjana Programme, three years ago. Muhammad Ispandi Othman, 54, was charged with 10 counts of being offered bribes amounting to a… Continue reading Director faces 10 counts of failing to report bribes involving Penjana claims

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has completed the investigation paper regarding a video clip of the alleged corruption scandal involving a Sabah state assemblyman. According to a source, the investigation paper was sent to the prosecution for review two weeks ago. The source said there is a possibility that prosecutions will be carried… Continue reading Video clip case: MACC concludes probe on Sabah assemblyman’s alleged corruption

GEORGE TOWN: A 380-metre marine viaduct connecting southern Penang with Silicon Island will be built and is expected to open to the public by December 2028. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the four-lane viaduct is a key component of the Pan Island Link 2A ​​(PIL2A) project, which is a strategic infrastructure initiative aimed at… Continue reading Marine viaduct to be built to link southern Penang with Silicon Island

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today joined in the takbir raya at Surau Al-Ikhwan, Jalan Pinggiran Putra, here in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidiladha, which falls tomorrow. Imam Mustafa Kamal Abdullah led the takbir raya ceremony, attended by more than 500 worshippers after Friday prayers. He also delivered the Aidiladha sermon titled ‘Falsafah… Continue reading PM Anwar attends Aidiladha takbir raya ceremony in Pinggiran Putra

KUALA LUMPUR: In an effort to support vulnerable communities, the Malaysian Humanitarian Aid and Relief (MAHAR) organisation is implementing its 2025 Qurban Programme in seven countries, benefitting more than 16,000 individuals affected by disasters, war, and extreme poverty. In a statement, MAHAR said the programme would take place in Somalia, Kenya, Bangladesh, Thailand, the Philippines,… Continue reading MAHAR carries out Qurban Programme in seven countries

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he would contact his Thai counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra today regarding the border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia. Anwar said that as the ASEAN Chair, Malaysia took note of the developments in both countries. “We will issue a statement (on the outcome of the discussion with Paetongtarn) later,”… Continue reading Anwar to contact Thai PM over Thailand-Cambodia border dispute

KUALA LUMPUR: A tailor pleaded not guilty in the Ampang Sessions Court today to a charge of outraging the modesty of a teenage girl with a disability last month. Muhammad Arif Zulfakar Abdul Razak, 25, is accused of committing the offence against the 17-year-old girl in the restroom of a vocational training centre in Taman… Continue reading Tailor pleads not guilty to molesting teen with disability

PUTRAJAYA: The move by Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) to trim its workforce involves mostly contract workers, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. “It mostly involves contract (positions),” he said briefly when asked to comment on reports that Petronas would cut about 5,000 employees as part of a “right-sizing” process. Anwar, who is also Finance… Continue reading Petronas job cuts mainly affect contract workers, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Mandatory purchases of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by local airlines at Malaysian airports are necessary to drive adoption and unlock the country’s potential in the SAF sector, said Gamalux Oils Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Usman Ahmed. Usman said Malaysia has the industrial capacity and feedstock availability to support SAF production at scale,… Continue reading Gamalux Oils CEO calls for mandatory SAF purchases by local airlines

GEORGE TOWN: More women entrepreneurs, including single mothers, are urged to register as participants in the Penang Women Entrepreneurs Mentoring Programme 2025 (PenMentor2025) with the registration deadline set for July 31. Penang Social Development, Welfare and Non-Muslim Affairs Committee chairman Lim Siew Khim said the programme, organised by the Penang Women Development Corporation (PWDC), aimed… Continue reading Penang calls on women entrepreneurs to register for PenMentor programme

PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has conducted 108 search and rescue (SAR) operations up to May and rescued 203 out of the 251 victims. MMEA director-general Admiral Maritime Datuk Mohd Rosli Abdullah said that during the same period, 36 victims lost their lives while 12 more have not been found. Sharing the 2024… Continue reading 108 MMEA Search and Rescue Ops conducted up to May – Mohd Rosli

SHAH ALAM: Police have confirmed that there was no criminal element involved in the death of a Taiwanese man who was run over by a Light Rail Transit (LRT) train at the Pusat Bandar Puchong station last Tuesday. Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said the incident was the result of the victim’s own… Continue reading No foul play in death of man hit by LRT train in Puchong – Police

KUALA LUMPUR: The police have launched Op Lancar, starting today and running until Monday (June 9), to ensure the safety of road users and maintain smooth traffic flow in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidiladha, which will be celebrated tomorrow. Bukit Aman Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said… Continue reading Police launch Op Lancar in conjunction with Aidiladha

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today received a courtesy call from the new Malaysian Ambassador to the United States (US), Tan Sri Muhammad Shahrul Ikram Yaakob. Anwar said that they discussed, among others, measures to strengthen bilateral ties between Malaysia and the US, including strategic efforts to attract quality and high-impact foreign investments.… Continue reading PM receives courtesy call from new Malaysian ambassador to the US

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the resilience of its education system to disasters through the launch of the National Disaster Risk Reduction Policy 2030, which aligns with the United Nations’ Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he conveyed the message during… Continue reading Malaysia reaffirms commitment to disaster-resilient education through national policy – Ahmad Zahid

JOHOR BAHRU: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, was presented with a briefing on the implementation and progress of flood mitigation projects, as well as the readiness of relevant agencies to handle potential flood disasters in Johor. According to a post on the King’s official Facebook page, the briefing was presented by Johor Department… Continue reading King presented with briefing on flood mitigation efforts, preparedness in Johor

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Police have completed recording the statement of a male actor-cum-singer who allegedly sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl. Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said investigations revealed that the accused had known the girl for some time. “The suspect and the victim, who is a student, have been acquainted for the… Continue reading Police complete recording actor-cum-singer’s statement over alleged physical sexual assault

KUALA LUMPUR: Co-opbank Pertama (CBP) is reaffirming its commitment to enhancing the socio-economic well-being of the people by expanding access to inclusive social protection that meets current needs. In line with this vision, CBP chief executive officer Khairil Anuar Mohammad Anuar said CBP has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO),… Continue reading CBP partners with PERKESO to extend social protection to housewives

SHAH ALAM: Police busted a drug trafficking syndicate known as the Alstonia Gang after arresting nine suspects, including a foreign woman, and seizing various types of drugs worth RM5.11 million in five separate raids around Kuala Lumpur and Selangor on Tuesday (June 3). Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan said among those arrested were… Continue reading Cops bust Alstonia gang with arrest of nine, seizure of drugs worth RM5.11 MLN

TELUK INTAN: Teluk Intan Member of Parliament Nga Kor Ming has disbursed over RM1 million for primary and secondary school students in the constituency since 2023. The Minister of Housing and Local Government said the allocation was not only given to students who obtained excellent results in their examinations, but also to assist students from… Continue reading Teluk Intan MP allocates over RM1 million for school students since 2023

MELAKA: Muhamad Aidil Asyraf Fadli, a 15-year-old boy with a learning disability, who was reported missing while looking for a missing cow in Kampung Permatang Pasir since Wednesday, has been found safe early today. Padang Temu Fire and Rescue Station Operations Commander, Senior Fire Officer Omera Omar, said that the teen was discovered at 2.08… Continue reading Missing teen with learning disability found safe

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has called on the people in the state to continue to strengthen brotherhood and unity. In his message in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration tomorrow, he also urged Muslims to continue to strengthen their faith and devotion to Allah SWT, while reflecting on the… Continue reading Hajiji calls on people in Sabah to strengthen brotherhood, unity

KOTA BHARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper against the lorry company involved in the fatal accident which took the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, last month. JPJ senior director (enforcement) Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the investigation was being conducted under Section 57… Continue reading JPJ open IP against lorry company in FRU fatal crash

JERTIH: A female tourist from China drowned while swimming at Pulau Perhentian here yesterday. Besut district police chief Supt Azamuddin Ahmad @ Abu said the 33-year-old victim was believed to have been swimming alone during the 11 am incident, while her cousin remained on the beach. The incident came to light when the cousin noticed… Continue reading Chinese tourist drowns at Pulau Perhentian

KUALA LUMPUR: The Small and Medium Enterprises Association Malaysia (SAMENTA) has described the government’s decision to postpone the permit requirement for the use of subsidised liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders as a timely move to protect local traders. Its president, Datuk William Ng said although these are minor administrative changes, they have a huge impact… Continue reading LPG Permit postponement: Proactive measure protecting small traders – SAMENTA

BUKIT MERTAJAM: A surveyor was killed after reportedly falling from the eighth floor of a building — an estimated height of 27 metres — through an opening in a “pressurisation shaft” area at a construction site here yesterday. Penang Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) director Hairozie Asri said the department received information about… Continue reading Surveyor killed in eighth-floor fall at construction site

KUALA LUMPUR: Smooth traffic flow has been reported at all major highways nationwide this morning ahead of the Aidiladha celebrations tomorrow. A Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM) spokesman said although traffic is smooth flowing towards the east coast and southbound from the capital as of 10 am, it is expected to be congested by noon today.… Continue reading Aidiladha: Smooth traffic flow on major highways this morning – LLM

KUANTAN: Over 70 delegates from 10 ASEAN countries are expected to attend the 2025 ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) Advisory Council on Dangerous Drugs (AIPACODD) Meeting in Pahang on June 9-12. Pahang State Legislative Assembly Speaker Datuk Seri Mohd Sharkar Shamsudin said the meeting will be chaired by Dewan Rakyat Deputy Speaker Datuk Dr Ramli Mohd… Continue reading Over 70 delegates from ASEAN nations expected for AIPACODD 2025 – Pahang speaker

BATU KAWAN: A soil depression was detected yesterday at P149 Jalan Batu Kawan, specifically at the junction connecting the road to a newly completed bridge, according to Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari. He said the exact cause of the incident is still under investigation by the Penang Development Corporation (PDC)… Continue reading Soil depression at Jalan Batu Kawan, remedial measures taken by PDC

PETALING JAYA: Speculation is mounting over the possible return of former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin, as political observers remain divided on whether his comeback would reinvigorate or disrupt the party’s current course. Some believe it could help modernise Umno’s image and appeal, while others warn of internal resistance and lingering distrust among party members.… Continue reading Chatter builds over possible return to Umno by Khairy

KUALA LUMPUR: The Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (ABIM) has strongly condemned the United States’ decision to veto the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. ABIM president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said the move, despite overwhelming support from 14 of the 15 UNSC members, reflected a… Continue reading ABIM strongly condemns US veto of UN ceasefire resolution in Gaza

KUALA TERENGGANU: The Terengganu Road Transport Department (JPJ) has issued 746 summonses for various offences over the first two days of the Special Hari Raya Aidiladha Operation (Ops HRAA) 2025, which runs from June 4 to 10. Its director, Zamri Samion, said the summonses were issued following inspections of 6,006 vehicles, including lorries, buses, motorcycles,… Continue reading T’ganu JPJ issues over 700 summonses in two days of Hari Raya Ops

KUCHING: Sarawak has reaffirmed its position as Southeast Asia’s clean energy leader, sharing the state’s vision for its energy plans at the Energy Export Conference (EEC) 2025 in Aberdeen, United Kingdom (UK). In his keynote address, Sarawak Deputy Energy and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Dr Hazland Abang Hipni emphasised strong policy commitment, sustained innovation investment… Continue reading Sarawak reaffirms stand as Southeast Asia clean energy leader at UK conference

KUALA LUMPUR: A four-year-old boy was killed after he is believed to have fallen from the balcony of his 30th-floor residence at an apartment in Bukit Jalil yesterday. Cheras police chief ACP Aidil Bolhassan said an emergency call was received at 11.17 am from a man reporting the incident. “The victim’s body has been sent… Continue reading Four-year-old boy dies after fall from 30th-floor apartment

KUALA LUMPUR: In the spirit of Aidiladha, which upholds the values of sacrifice and justice, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed appreciation for the steadfastness of Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian in defending the plight of the Palestinian people, particularly in Gaza. In a phone call with Masoud earlier, Anwar said Malaysia stands firmly… Continue reading Anwar receives Aidiladha greetings from Iranian President, reaffirms support for Palestine

KUALA LUMPUR: The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) announced that the implementation phase for e-invoices for taxpayers with annual income or sales exceeding RM1 million but not exceeding RM5 million has been postponed to Jan 1, 2026. In a statement here, LHDN also announced that taxpayers with an annual income or sales below RM500,000 are exempted… Continue reading E-invoice implementation for revenue below RM5 mln deferred to Jan 1, 2026 – LHDN

KUALA LUMPUR: In conjunction with the Day of Arafah, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on Muslims to reflect, purify their hearts, subdue their egos and strengthen their relationships with others and Allah SWT. Ahmad Zahid said the 9th of Zulhijjah each year is a profoundly special day in the… Continue reading DPM Zahid urges Muslims to embrace day of Arafah blessings

GEORGE TOWN: State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari today withdrew his defamation suit against activists Ravinder Singh and Khoo Salma Nasution, following their retraction of allegedly defamatory remarks made during the 2023 Penang State Election. Zairil confirmed the withdrawal at the Penang Sessions Court, stating that all parties acknowledged the allegations… Continue reading Zairil withdraws defamation suit after activists retract unfounded allegations

NARATHIWAT: A Malaysian senior citizen died after the vehicle he was driving skidded into a ditch in an accident along the Narathiwat-Pattani Highway near Yi Ngo District in Thailand’s southern province this afternoon. Yi Ngo District Police Chief, Naravi Binwaearong, said his department received a report of the accident at 3pm local time. “Police officers… Continue reading Malaysian senior citizen killed in road accident in Narathiwat

BUKIT MERTAJAM: The National Action Council on Cost of Living (NACCOL) has distributed 100 cows at half of the market price to ease the financial burden of Permatang Pauh constituents performing the sacrificial ritual in conjunction with Aidiladha this Saturday. Senior political secretary to the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Mohd Akin, said NACCOL… Continue reading 100 sacrificial cows sold at affordable price in Permatang Pauh

KUALA LUMPUR: Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) is cutting 10 per cent of its workforce to cope with challenging operating conditions, particularly due to falling crude prices. President/group chief executive officer Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengku Aziz said the number of staff involved in the right-sizing process currently stands at around 5,000, and those affected… Continue reading Petronas to cut 10% of its workforce – Tengku Muhammad Taufik