Category: Local

JOHOR BAHRU: Johor maintained its position as the country’s leading investment destination by recording RM56 billion in approved investment value for the first half of 2025, said state Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee chairman Lee Ting Han. He said the achievement maintains the excellent momentum after Johor recorded the highest investment performance… Continue reading Johor leads Malaysia investment with RM56 billion in first half 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: A company director pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court, here, today, to a charge of fraud in relation to the supply of 10 containers of Palm Olein CP10 cooking oil, worth USD315,675, last year. Nuruliman Haidi Che Mansor, 44, is charged with deceiving Global Foods and Confectionaries KFZE (Nigeria), through its representatives,… Continue reading Company director pleads not guilty to cooking oil fraud in Kuala Lumpur

TAWAU: The High Court here today found the 13 male students of Lahad Datu Vocational College who were jointly charged with causing the death of fellow student Mohamad Nazmie Aizzat Mohd Narul Azwan, 17, last year, guilty of the offence. Judge Datuk Duncan Sikodol ruled the teenagers guilty under Section 302 of the Penal Code… Continue reading Murder at Lahad Datu vocational college: 13 students found guilty

KUALA LUMPUR: Thousands of teddy bears will form a giant map of Palestine at Dataran Merdeka this weekend in solidarity with Gaza’s children. Sumud Nusantara announced this symbolic gesture to honour more than 18,000 children killed during Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The campaign forms part of the Sumud Nusantara Carnival aiming to raise global… Continue reading Teddy bears form Palestine map at Dataran Merdeka in Gaza solidarity

KUALA LUMPUR: Locally assembled electric vehicles and a decorated ASEAN chairmanship convoy will highlight this year’s National Day celebrations on 31 August at Dataran Putrajaya. Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa said the contingents are part of the 83 groups taking part in this year’s parade. He said this year’s celebration, themed… Continue reading Locally assembled EVs and ASEAN convoy highlight National Day parade

PETALING JAYA: A Yamaha RXZ rider en route to an event in Terengganu was killed after his motorcycle skidded and crashed into an embankment along Jalan Palong 8 here earlier today, Kosmo reported. Bera Police Chief, Superintendent Zulkiflee Nazir, said the incident occurred at around 6.30am when the victim, Mohd. Syukri Shahrudin, 33, was travelling… Continue reading Rider dies in crash en route to RXZ Member 7.0 event

KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police will take disciplinary action against investigating officers and their supervisors if breaches of regulation are confirmed in the Zara Qairina Mahathir death investigation. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail announced that an internal probe has been launched by the Bukit Aman Integrity and Standards Compliance Department. “We… Continue reading Breach of regulations by police in Zara Qairina’s death: Investigation officers, supervisors to face disciplinary action – IGP

SEREMBAN: The Negeri Sembilan branch of the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living issued eighty one Price Information Verification Notices under Ops Kesan 4.0 from January first to August seventeenth. Director Muhammad Zahir Mazlan confirmed that inspections covered eighty one business premises across four hundred five types of daily necessities. “No elements of… Continue reading Negeri Sembilan KPDN issues 81 notices under Ops Kesan 4.0

SHAH ALAM: Two men have pleaded not guilty to multiple robbery charges in the Kuala Selangor district during recent court proceedings. Muhammad Taufiq Haiqal Edi Fazlee, 22, and Muhammad Ezkil Mohamad Nor, 29, entered their pleas before Sessions Court Judge Nurul Mardhiah Mohammad Redza after the charges were formally read. The first charge alleges they… Continue reading Two men plead not guilty to Kuala Selangor robbery charges

KUALA LUMPUR: A child care provider has been charged in the Sessions Court for allegedly failing to provide adequate supervision that led to a seven-month-old infant’s death by milk choking at a Wangsa Maju nursery. Nor Fatihah Abdul Rahim, aged twenty-four, entered a not guilty plea before Judge Siti Shakirah Mohtarudin regarding the May incident.… Continue reading Child minder pleads not guilty to negligence in baby’s choking death

KUALA LUMPUR: Five investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney General’s Chambers regarding incidents of flags being displayed upside down ahead of National Day celebrations. Inspector General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that six cases have been reported nationwide with two each in Johor and Penang and one each in Selangor… Continue reading Five investigation papers submitted to AGC over upside-down flag incidents

BEIJING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will participate in the fifth Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit alongside more than twenty global leaders in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. China’s Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin confirmed attendance by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Indonesian… Continue reading Malaysia’s PM Anwar to attend SCO Summit in Tianjin with world leaders

KUALA LUMPUR: Police have recorded statements from nineteen individuals regarding the assault case involving former PKR deputy president Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli’s son. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed the statements were taken from Rafizi’s family members, driver, employees, and other witnesses. “Additionally, police have obtained and are reviewing closed-circuit television footage… Continue reading Police record 19 statements in Rafizi Ramli’s son assault investigation

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian digital game products received overwhelming international recognition during the Ministry of Digital Week at Osaka Expo 2025 in Japan. Local creations including Upin & Ipin Universe by Les’ Copaque, GigaBash by Passion Republic Games, and No Straight Roads by Metronomik captivated visitors with their innovative appeal. Minister Gobind Singh Deo officially launched… Continue reading Malaysian digital games gain global spotlight at Osaka Expo 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The proposed 80% consent threshold in Malaysia’s Urban Renewal Bill 2025 ranks among the world’s highest and aligns with international best practice standards. This requirement serves as a prerequisite for initiating negotiations among property owners according to the Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT). KPKT stated the Bill upholds the “no less favourable”… Continue reading Malaysia’s Urban Renewal Bill sets 80% consent threshold among world’s highest

BELAGA: Natives from the Penan and Kenyah communities in the Long Urun locality of Belaga, central Sarawak, are appealing to state and federal government leaders to intervene and stop a large-scale land clearing operation by an oil palm company. The affected communities, numbering in the thousands, have sought help from two native-environmental rights groups, Save… Continue reading Natives plead for help against Sarawak land clearing

KUCHING: The Ministry of Health is currently conducting a mapping exercise of traditional medicine practitioners and practices involving indigenous communities in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. Deputy Health Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the initiative is being implemented in collaboration with local universities, policymakers, practitioner communities, tribal representatives, and local researchers. “This mapping and… Continue reading MOH maps traditional medicine practitioners with indigenous communities

PETALING JAYA: Police have recorded statements from thirty individuals to assist in the investigation into the death of a college student at her family home in Subang Jaya. Subang Jaya police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat confirmed that family members, friends, and witnesses were among those questioned regarding the incident that occurred last week.… Continue reading Police record statements of 30 individuals in Subang Jaya student death case

PUTRAJAYA: All mosques and surau under Malaysia’s Islamic development departments will conduct special prayers for Gaza following Friday congregations today. The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia and Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department have received instructions to perform solat hajat and recite Qunut Nazilah. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Datuk Mohd Na’im Mokhtar stated this… Continue reading Mosques to hold special prayers for Gaza after Friday prayers

KUANTAN: The two Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) officers piloting the F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet successfully executed emergency ejection procedures before the aircraft crashed at Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (Kuantan Air Base) late last night. According to RMAF Chief Datuk Seri Muhamad Norazlan Aris, the pilot, Major Mohamad Azhar Alang Kamarudin, 34, sustained back… Continue reading Fighter jet pilot, co-pilot eject safely before crash – Air Force Chief

SUBANG JAYA: Police seized more than 220 kilogrammes of drugs, believed to be methamphetamine, worth 7 million ringgit from a vehicle involved in a road crash at SS17, Subang Jaya, last 13 August. Subang Jaya police chief ACP Wan Azlan Wan Mamat said the police were informed about the road accident, involving a Honda Civic… Continue reading Police seize RM7 million in methamphetamine after Subang Jaya crash

KUALA LUMPUR: Juggling the challenges of life as an actress and entrepreneur, Zarina Zainuddin continues to raise her autistic twin sons, Muhammad Raizal Azrai Abu Raihan (Azal) and Muhammad Razil Azrai Abu Raihan (Azil), with remarkable love and resilience—never once complaining or making excuses. Her determination in balancing her artistic career, business, and responsibilities as… Continue reading Zarina Zainuddin among winners of Wonder Women Awards 2025

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat passed the 13th Malaysia Plan during its fifth week sitting, establishing the country’s development direction from 2026 to 2030. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail confirmed that the Zara Qairina case marked the first prosecution under Section 507C(1) of the Penal Code for bullying offences. He stated that police… Continue reading Dewan Rakyat passes MP13 with ministers addressing key national issues

PUTRAJAYA: The Department of Veterinary Services has clarified that livestock transfer permit approvals through the eVetPermit 3.0 system require only one to three working days for complete applications meeting all requirements. DVS issued a statement denying recent media claims that the approval process could extend up to 42 days. The department explained that the 28… Continue reading Livestock transfer permit approval takes one to three days via eVetPermit

BUKIT MERTAJAM: UMNO Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court here today to a charge of making statements likely to cause fear or alarm to the public. Dr Muhamad Akmal, who is also the Merlimau state assemblyman, entered the plea after the charge was read out to him… Continue reading UMNO Youth Chief claims trial to charge of causing public fear

SEREMBAN: The giant Jalur Gemilang proudly flown at Sekolah Kebangsaan Seri Pagi, here, is not just a decoration for the national month, but a symbol of the school community’s patriotic spirit and love for the nation. The school’s National Month coordinator, Shah Rizal Mohd Yusof, 44, said the giant flag, measuring 18.3 metres by 8.6… Continue reading ​​​​​​​Patriotic spirit soars as giant Jalur Gemilang decorates SK Seri Pagi

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the accident involving the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet last night. In a post on X today, he also urged the authorities to ensure that all necessary safety… Continue reading PM Anwar calls for thorough probe into RMAF F/A-18D Hornet incident

NILAI: The Negeri Sembilan edition of the MADANI Rakyat Programme 2025 commenced today at Dataran Nilai with a diverse range of activities designed to connect government agencies directly with the public. This event aligns with its theme “Digital Merentasi Generasi, Memperkasa Komuniti” (Digital Across Generations, Empowering Communities) and is led by the Ministry of Digital… Continue reading Negeri Sembilan PMR 2025 features digital and interactive showcase

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry will continue expanding artificial intelligence applications within Malaysia’s national healthcare system to enhance disease diagnosis accuracy. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed AI has already been implemented through several field initiatives including the Lung Health programme utilising diagnostic X-ray data. He explained that AI assists particularly with challenging diagnoses… Continue reading AI improves health diagnosis accuracy in Malaysia, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has filed a police report regarding a suspicious parcel delivery that fraudulently used its chairman’s name as recipient. An initial investigation with the courier company revealed the sender had registered under a pseudonym with a specific phone number since June 2025. “The courier has recorded 55 complaints… Continue reading MCMC reports suspicious parcel using chairman’s name to police

GEORGE TOWN: The Public Works Department will collaborate with the Penang Island City Council to obtain a geotechnical report on the landslide incident at Jalan Paya Terubong. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi stated that the findings would serve as an important guide to ensure greater slope stability and prevent recurrence risks. He confirmed… Continue reading JKR to obtain geotechnical report on Ayer Itam landslide for slope stability

GUA MUSANG: The Kembara Merdeka Be Ades Ma Kampung programme has delivered essential government services directly to remote Orang Asli communities across three villages. This collaborative initiative involved the Social Welfare Department, the National Registration Department, and the Ministry of Health working together. Over one thousand Orang Asli residents from Pos Hau, Pos Belatim, and… Continue reading Govt programme brings services directly to remote Orang Asli villages

KOTA BHARU: The Malaysian Army successfully intercepted a major drug smuggling operation involving 207 kilogrammes of compressed cannabis valued at over RM600,000 along the Malaysia-Thailand border. This seizure occurred in the Sungai Golok area through the vigilance of military patrols monitoring the international boundary. The Malaysian Second Infantry Division confirmed the incident took place at… Continue reading Malaysian Army foils RM600,000 cannabis smuggling attempt at Thai border

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia possesses strong intelligence capabilities and a comprehensive security framework to counter espionage threats posed by foreign elements, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in Parliament yesterday. He said espionage is a global threat affecting all nations, and Malaysia is no exception. “We classify espionage as a serious national security issue… Continue reading ‘Nation capable of thwarting espionage’

KUANTAN: Loud explosions resembling missile strikes were clearly heard around Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (Kuantan Air Base), said one of the witnesses to the incident involving a Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) F/A-18D Hornet fighter jet last night. Mazlan Abdullah, 61, who was at a food stall opposite the air base at the time, said… Continue reading RMAF F/A-18D Hornet incident: ‘Sounded like missile strikes’ — Witness

KUALA LUMPUR: Berjaya Corporation Bhd (BCorp) has deepened its role in community healthcare, donating five haemodialysis machines and cash aid that push its total support for the Ampang Kau Ong Yah Haemodialysis Centre to nearly RM500,000. The latest support, valued at RM215,000 for the machines and an additional RM100,000 for rooftop replacement, was handed over… Continue reading Dialysis centre gets boost in support and donation

PETALING JAYA: An F/A-18D Hornet aircraft belonging to the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) crashed at the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport runway in Kuantan at 9.05pm on Thursday (Aug 21). According to a statement released by RMAF, the incident reported occurred during a night flight training exercise. The RMAF also stated that it is… Continue reading F-18 Hornet crashes at Kuantan Air Base