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SIBU: The Sarawak ICT Association has been urged to play a crucial role in helping the state achieve its Post-COVID-19 Development Strategy 2030 aspirations of becoming a developed high-income region. Deputy Digital Minister Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong stated that SICTA’s role has become increasingly important for expanding digital infrastructure across Sarawak. He emphasised that SICTA… Continue reading Sarawak ICT Association urged to support PCDS 2030 digital goals

KUALA LUMPUR: Traffic flow on all major highways nationwide remained smooth as of 9.30 am today following the conclusion of school holidays. A Malaysian Highway Authority spokesperson confirmed that movement was smooth along the North-South Expressway, Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway, East Coast Expressway 1 and 2, and all tolled highways in the Klang Valley. “Many road… Continue reading Smooth traffic nationwide as school holidays end, highways clear

KUALA LUMPUR: The number of flood victims at temporary relief centres in Sabah has decreased significantly this morning while Sarawak’s figures remain unchanged. Sabah’s flood victim count dropped to 439 people from 128 families compared to 892 people from 273 families yesterday evening. The State Disaster Management Committee confirmed all victims are housed across four… Continue reading Sabah flood victims decrease to 439, Sarawak numbers unchanged

KUALA LUMPUR: The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry has urged public transport and goods transport companies to register their vehicles under the Subsidised Petrol Control System to benefit from the RON95 petrol subsidy. A cumulative total of 1,790 companies involving 5,449 vehicles from both sectors have submitted applications between September 15 and yesterday.… Continue reading KPDN urges transport firms to register vehicles for RON95 subsidy

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN economic ministers will convene next week for crucial meetings to finalise the agenda for enhancing intra- and extra-regional trade and investment. The 57th ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meeting and related sessions will focus on deepening economic integration and reducing trade barriers across Southeast Asia. Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul… Continue reading ASEAN economic ministers meet to boost trade amid US tariff tensions

Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad. – BERNAMA MARANG: The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department has confirmed that the gas pipeline leak at the East Coast Rail Link project site in Kerteh is under control and poses no threat to public health. Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad stated that… Continue reading Gas pipeline leak at ECRL Kerteh site under control, no health threat

PETALING JAYA: Following theSun’s earlier report on prolonged delays in the DE Rantau Nomad Pass, the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) has issued assurances that swift measures are being taken to resolve the issue. MDEC explained that it is working closely with the Immigration Department to address renewal backlogs that left some applicants stranded abroad… Continue reading Action taken to resolve nomad pass setbacks

KUALA LUMPUR: Input from discussions with international industry players on enhancing Kuala Lumpur’s competitiveness as an international financial centre and global business hub will be considered in the 2026 Budget. The Ministry of Finance stated on social media platform X that the session was chaired by Deputy Secretary General of Treasury (Investment) Datuk Dr Shahrazat… Continue reading Budget 2026 to include input on KL’s financial hub competitiveness

TELUK INTAN: Perak police are conducting intensive training programmes for officers tasked with safeguarding the state’s royalty and leaders to enhance operational readiness. State police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said this initiative strengthens security measures for Sultan Nazrin Shah to prevent any recurrence of undesirable incidents. The Special Actions Unit has reinforced security for… Continue reading Perak police intensify training for royalty and leader security

TELUK INTAN: Police have identified a property inheritance dispute as the likely motive behind the murder of an elderly woman whose body was found in a car at Simpang Pulai on September 7. Perak Police Chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin stated that investigations indicate the primary suspect, who remains at large, is related to the… Continue reading Property dispute motive in Simpang Pulai murder case, suspect fled abroad

IPOH: A two-month-old baby died after being accidentally smothered by his mother in Kampung Sungai Dua Kota Setia, near Parit, last Thursday. Perak Tengah police chief Supt Hafezul Helmi Hamzah said police received a report on the incident on September 18 at about 8.45 am. The baby was confirmed dead at Seri Manjung Hospital before… Continue reading Baby dies after being accidentally smothered by mother in Perak

TELUK INTAN: Police have arrested a man believed to be involved in a burglary following an incident at the southbound Rest and Service Area of the North-South Expressway that went viral on social media. Perak Police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin confirmed the suspect was apprehended by a crime prevention patrol team from the Tapah… Continue reading Police arrest burglary suspect after viral Behrang expressway shooting

IPOH: Mercy Malaysia is preparing to deploy its sixth and seventh Special Medical Teams to Gaza soon to continue humanitarian missions despite facing technical and security challenges. Its president Datuk Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd Perdaus said the teams are expected to depart once all requirements are fulfilled, with the number of members depending on the… Continue reading Mercy Malaysia prepares sixth and seventh medical teams for Gaza

KUALA LUMPUR: The 46th General Assembly of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA), which concluded today, approved 42 resolutions covering a wide range of political, economic, and social issues. These resolutions focus on political-security cooperation, economic integration, social inclusion, climate action, and the empowerment of women and youth. They also aim to strengthen AIPA’s cooperation with… Continue reading AIPA approves 42 resolutions on political, economic, and social matters

KUANTAN: The government is prepared to face a lawsuit filed by a company over the cancellation of a five-year lease for four USA-made UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters. Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin stated that legal action is a right for any party, but the government is ready to defend itself through proper channels.… Continue reading Government ready to face RM353 million lawsuit over helicopter lease

KUALA LUMPUR: The number of flood evacuees housed at temporary relief centres in Sabah dropped to 892 people from 273 families this afternoon. This represents a significant decrease from the 1,476 people from 459 families recorded this morning. The State Disaster Management Committee confirmed all victims were housed at seven relief centres across three districts.… Continue reading Flood evacuee numbers drop in Sabah but rise in Sarawak

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Police issued 64 traffic summonses and seized 25 motorcycles during the Ops Samseng Jalanan anti-racing operation early this morning at Kilometre 6.2 of the Second Link Expressway and the Johor Bahru-Pontian Expressway. Iskandar Puteri Police Chief ACP M. Kumarasan said 27 motorcycles were inspected, and summonses were issued to riders and pillion riders… Continue reading 64 summonses issued and 25 motorcycles seized in Iskandar Puteri anti-racing op

SHAH ALAM: The Malaysia MADANI vision introduced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has proven highly successful as opposition parties now engage with all communities including the Indian community according to PKR Vice President Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. He attributed this shift to MADANI’s inclusive approach which does not sideline any race or marginalise… Continue reading MADANI vision prompts opposition parties to engage all races says Ramanan

ALOR GAJAH: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency recorded 336 drowning incidents involving 499 victims between 2020 and 26 August 2024. Acting deputy director-general (Operations) Rear Admiral Mohd Zawawi Abdullah confirmed that 176 individuals were rescued during this period. He further detailed that 216 victims lost their lives while 107 individuals remain missing. Mohd Zawawi noted… Continue reading Malaysia records 336 drownings at sea from 2020 to August 2024

TUMPAT: Two teenage boys died after the motorcycle they were riding crashed in an accident involving three vehicles near the Petron Petrol Station at Wakaf King in Tumpat. Tumpat police chief ACP Mohd Khairi Shafie said the accident at 10.10 pm occurred when a 15-year-old teenager was riding a Yamaha Ego SI motorcycle from Tumpat… Continue reading Two teenagers killed in three-vehicle crash near Tumpat petrol station

JOHOR BAHRU: A 50-year-old woman fulfilled her lifelong haj pilgrimage dream after undergoing a successful robotic hysterectomy using the advanced Da Vinci surgical system at KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital. Zaliha Abd Rahman became the first patient in the KPJ Southern Zone network to undergo the procedure just one month before departing for Mecca in May.… Continue reading KPJ Johor patient fulfils haj dream after Da Vinci robotic surgery

KAJANG: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force has mobilised a 900-strong team in Sabah to respond to various disaster incidents occurring statewide during the ongoing monsoon transition season. APM Chief Commissioner Datuk Aminurrahim Mohamed confirmed that disaster incidents including floods, landslides, and road disruptions have affected 1,136 residents across Penampang, Membakut, and Papar districts as of… Continue reading APM mobilises 900 personnel in Sabah as monsoon transition causes disasters

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Health is closely monitoring the spread of the new Covid-19 XFG variant despite Malaysia being in the endemic phase. Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad confirmed the XFG subvariant of Omicron does not present significant virulence concerns with only one death recorded so far. This variant causes no more severe… Continue reading Malaysia monitors new Covid-19 XFG variant with low severity risk

PUTRAJAYA: The National Integrated Immigration System (NIISe) will begin trial operations on September 22 with the use of QR codes for immigration checks at two key entry points. Travellers must download the MyNIISe mobile app, generate individual or group QR codes, and scan them at designated lanes during checks. The app is available on the… Continue reading Immigration set to roll out MyNIISe QR Code trial at two entry points from Sept 22

KOTA BHARU: Interstate marriages involving Kelantanese and partners from other states have become a key driver of tourism in the state, particularly during school holidays. State Tourism, Culture, Arts and Heritage Committee chairman Datuk Kamaruddin Md Nor said these marriages not only bring visitors for wedding ceremonies but also encourage extended family holidays. “These family… Continue reading Interstate marriages boost Kelantan tourism during school holidays

IPOH: A 17-year-old boy has died after falling at Buntong Waterfall here today. The Perak Fire and Rescue Department received an emergency call from the Ministry of Health at 11.26 am requesting assistance to bring the victim down. Acting assistant director of Operations Shazlean Mohd Hanafiah said a team from the Meru Raya Fire and… Continue reading Teenager dies after fall at Buntong Waterfall in Ipoh

SHAH ALAM: The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (KUSKOP) has distributed RM2.4 million in grants and financial assistance to bolster Indian community cooperatives. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan announced that RM117,500 was allocated through the Bakti MADANI initiative specifically for these cooperatives. He further detailed that RM2 million has been designated for the… Continue reading KUSKOP distributes RM2.4 million to empower Indian community cooperatives

SIBU: An elderly woman lost more than RM60,000 after being deceived by a shaman who offered to ward off evil spirits that could bring misfortune to her family. Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said the deception began when the victim in her 70s was approached by an unknown woman in the Sibu market area.… Continue reading Sibu woman loses RM60,000 in bomoh scam involving fake ritual

KUALA LUMPUR: Police are seeking public assistance in locating the family of a teenage boy believed to be autistic who was discovered in a motorcycle lane on the Shah Alam Expressway last night. Serdang police chief ACP Muhamad Farid Ahmad confirmed a motorcyclist found the boy sitting alone at KM43.2 towards Kuala Lumpur. The boy… Continue reading Police seek family of autistic boy found on Kesas motorcycle lane

KOTA KINABALU: Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has officially launched the Sabah Barisan Nasional Volunteer Squad to help alleviate the burden of disaster victims across the state. The BN chairman revealed that the squad had already been assisting flood victims for the past three days by deploying four water tankers to help… Continue reading Sabah BN Volunteer Squad launched by DPM Zahid to aid disaster victims

JENGKA: The Sultan of Pahang has expressed deep concern over drug abuse issues within Federal Land Development Authority settlements across the state. His Royal Highness Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah stressed that these communities must not be allowed to transform into drug hubs. National Anti-Drugs Agency data revealed that 1,317 of Pahang’s 4,204 drug… Continue reading Sultan of Pahang voices concern over drug abuse in FELDA settlements

PUTRAJAYA: A fire broke out in the kitchen of a cinema located within a shopping mall here, damaging nearly 30% of the area at 10 am today. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Ahmad Mukhlis Mukhtar confirmed receiving an emergency call at 10.08 am. Seven firefighters from the Cyberjaya Fire and Rescue… Continue reading Putrajaya shopping mall cinema kitchen fire causes 30% damage

GEORGE TOWN: Penang has become the first state to implement the Strata Scheme for Abandoned Vehicles through a collaboration between the Ministry of Transport, state government, local authorities, and private sector partners. Transport Minister Anthony Loke stated that the initiative tackles serious issues caused by abandoned vehicles in strata housing areas, including parking shortages that… Continue reading Penang launches first strata scheme for abandoned vehicle disposal

ALOR GAJAH: The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency is actively pursuing a migrant smuggling syndicate responsible for ramming one of its vessels and injuring two officers on Tuesday. Acting Deputy Director-General (Operations) Rear Admiral Mohd Zawawi Abdullah confirmed investigators have obtained leads on the syndicate through follow-up probes on other smuggling groups. “We gathered information on… Continue reading MMEA hunts smuggling syndicate after officers injured in boat ramming

KUALA LUMPUR: Eight of the nine health facilities affected by landslides in several districts in Sabah have resumed full operations since yesterday, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. He said the only facility yet to reopen was the Gadong Papar Rural Clinic (KD), which was still undergoing cleaning works. “The services of KD… Continue reading Eight Sabah health facilities resume operations after landslides

KUALA LUMPUR: The National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) is offering RM41.5 million in Loan Advance Payments (WPP) to 27,674 bachelor’s degree students entering public universities and polytechnics this October. Students can check their WPP offers via the myPTPTN application and redeem it at Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (BIMB) counters nationwide starting Sept 24, it… Continue reading PTPTN offers RM41.5 million loan advance to assist 27,674 students

PERKESO opens sixth dialysis centre in Penang for northern contributors BUTTERWORTH: The Social Security Organisation has opened its sixth dialysis centre in Malaysia and first in the northern region to serve contributors requiring treatment. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim stated that the new facility at the Penang PERKESO office in Seberang Jaya will benefit over… Continue reading PERKESO opens sixth dialysis centre in Penang for northern contributors

CHUKAI: Police have closed the main Kerteh-Ranggon road to all vehicles following a gas leak detected in a Petronas Gas Berhad pipeline at the East Coast Rail Link Section 5 project site in Kerteh. Kemaman police chief Superintendent Mohd Razi Rosli confirmed they received an emergency call at approximately 9.53 am reporting a leak in… Continue reading Kerteh-Ranggon road closed after gas pipeline leak for safety

KUALA NERUS: Polytechnic and Community College graduates have maintained an exceptional employment rate of nearly 99% across all fields of study in 2024. Ministry of Higher Education Secretary-General Datuk Dr Anesee Ibrahim revealed that computing and tourism and hospitality programs achieved the highest employability at 99.2% each. Design and graphics along with agricultural technology followed… Continue reading PolyCC graduates achieve near 99% employment rate in 2024

KAJANG: The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development has partnered with the Civil Defence Force to train approximately 1,000 Village Development and Security Committees across Malaysia in disaster preparedness ahead of the monsoon season. Deputy Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang stated that this grassroots initiative equips local residents with basic rescue skills to take immediate action… Continue reading KKDW and APM train 1,000 village committees in disaster preparedness

KUALA LUMPUR: National Registration Department counters at Urban Transformation Centres provide a convenient weekend option for Malaysians to replace or renew their MyKad without taking time off work. A Bernama check found members of the public arriving at UTCs as early as 8 am for MyKad-related matters including renewing identity cards with damaged chips along… Continue reading UTC NRD counters offer weekend MyKad renewals for damaged chips

PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has found that 2.3 million holders of the Competent Driving Licence (CDL) are currently listed as inactive, either because their licences have expired or have not been renewed for more than three years. JPJ director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli said in a statement today that it is an offence… Continue reading 2.3 million driving licence holders inactive, risk losing validity