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PUTRAJAYA: The recent announcement by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on appreciation measures for Malaysians is a direct effort to alleviate the cost-of-living burden, reinforcing the unity government’s commitment to public welfare, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. Fadillah, who also serves as the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation, stated… Continue reading PM’s reforms ease cost of living, uphold justice for Malaysians

KLANG: All 65,520 registered buses nationwide must adhere to updated safety guidelines for internal electrical wiring starting January 2026, announced Road Transport Department (JPJ) director-general Datuk Aedy Fadly Ramli. The new regulations follow the tragic death of a teenager who was electrocuted while charging a phone on an express bus at Penang Sentral in November… Continue reading New electrical safety rules for all buses in Malaysia from 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended Malaysia’s condolences following a devastating fighter jet crash into a school in Dhaka, Bangladesh, which claimed at least 31 lives, mostly children. “My heart breaks for the people of Bangladesh after learning of the fighter jet crash into a school in Dhaka. Many lives were… Continue reading Malaysia mourns Bangladesh school jet crash victims

KUCHING: The Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) has identified five hotspots across the state, which are likely contributing to hazy conditions exacerbated by persistent hot and dry weather. According to Sarawak Bomba director Jamri Masran, fire stations in the affected divisions are currently on high alert and conducting close monitoring. Jamri, speaking to reporters… Continue reading Sarawak Bomba reports 5 hotspots, boosts AI for haze fight

BINTULU: Sarawak is set to develop two gas-fired power plants, each with a capacity of 500 megawatts, raising Bintulu’s total power generation to one gigawatt by 2035. Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that this initiative aims to meet both local energy demands and investor needs, particularly in Bintulu’s expanding industrial and… Continue reading Bintulu power capacity to reach 1GW by 2035 for industrial growth

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s latest welfare measures underscore the Madani government’s commitment to easing living costs and supporting economic recovery, said Deputy Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Datuk Seri R. Ramanan. The initiatives include a one-off RM100 cash aid for Malaysians aged 18 and above under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah… Continue reading PM Anwar’s welfare initiatives boost public support for Madani govt

KUALA LUMPUR: The recent announcements by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim highlight the MADANI Government’s dedication to prioritising public welfare, says the MADANI Government Backbenchers Club (BBC). BBC chairman Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah stated that these measures reflect the administration’s responsiveness to current economic challenges. “This effort is in line with the MADANI Economic… Continue reading PM Anwar’s people-first policies boost Malaysian welfare

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) has introduced the Code of Practice for Programme Accreditation (COPPA) to serve as a benchmark for designing academic programmes that align with current job market requirements. Deputy Higher Education Minister Datuk Mustapha Sakmud stated that COPPA mandates higher education institutions to conduct market demand and graduate employability… Continue reading MoHE introduces COPPA to align higher education with job market needs

PETALING JAYA: A male makeup artist was fined RM4,900 by the Terengganu Syariah High Court today for offering massage and sexual services to male clients nine months ago. Syariah judge Kamalruazmi Ismail handed down the sentence after the accused, Muhammad Haikal Izzuan Adun, 20, from Ketereh, Kelantan, pleaded guilty when the charges were read out,… Continue reading Male makeup artist fined RM4,900 for offering sexual services

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that there is no increase in electricity bills for the majority of domestic users in Peninsular Malaysia following the electricity tariff restructuring that came into effect this month. In fact, he said that 85 per cent of domestic users will be enjoying reductions in their… Continue reading No rise in power bills for most homes, says PM Anwar

PHNOM PENH: Six Malaysians were arrested for attempting to smuggle about 62 kilogrammes of dried cannabis from Cambodia to the United Kingdom (UK). The Phnom Penh Post newspaper on Wednesday reported that the six were detained at the Phnom Penh International Airport on July 16 by anti-narcotics officers from the country’s Anti-Drug Department and with… Continue reading Malaysians caught smuggling cannabis from Cambodia to UK

KUALA LUMPUR: The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) has objected to Ilham Tower Sdn Bhd’s application for leave to initiate a judicial review against the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) over the seizure of Menara Ilham. Senior Federal Counsel Nurhafizza Azizan informed the High Court of the objection during today’s proceedings before Judge Datuk Amarjeet Singh. The… Continue reading AGC opposes Ilham Tower’s judicial review bid against MACC

ISKANDAR PUTERI: A total of 66 out of 68 air quality monitoring stations nationwide recorded moderate air quality levels this morning Environment Department director-general Datuk Wan Abdul Latiff Wan Jaffar said readings as of 9 am this morning also showed two more stations recording good air quality readings. “This means that no station recorded unhealthy… Continue reading Moderate air quality in most areas, no unhealthy readings

Malaysian Islamic Chamber of Commerce (DPIM) president Datuk Mohammad Sahar Mat Din – BERNAMAPIX PUTRAJAYA: The one-off RM100 cash assistance for every Malaysian aged 18 and above, along with the increased allocation for the Rahmah MADANI Sales, has been described as a timely and appropriate move to help the people cope with the rising cost… Continue reading RM100 cash aid and Rahmah sales boost ease cost of living

KUALA LUMPUR: The key prosecution witness in the Penang undersea tunnel corruption trial involving Lim Guan Eng told the Sessions Court today that his vehicle company was used as a conduit for bribery payments to the former chief minister. Businessman G. Gnanaraja, 44, testified that Lim had instructed him to set up a company, Bumi… Continue reading Key witness claims company used to funnel bribes to Lim Guan Eng

PETALING JAYA: The extra public holiday granted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Sept 15 (Monday) provides an opportunity for Malaysians to celebrate unity, strengthen patriotism, and appreciate the country’s multiculturalism. Human Resources Minister Steven Sim Chee Keong stated that the long holiday, from Sept 13 to Sept 16, can significantly contribute to… Continue reading Employers must observe Sept 15 as additional public holiday

IPOH: The Perak government is considering legal action against parties believed to have misled the public following recent enforcement actions by local authorities (PBT) related to stray dogs. State Housing and Local Government Committee chairman Sandrea Ng Shy Ching said the matter is being taken seriously, especially after some parties questioned the credibility of local… Continue reading Perak considers legal action over misleading stray dog claims

KUALA LUMPUR: The announcement of the Special Appreciation of Malaysians by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today clearly demonstrates the MADANI Government’s sensitivity to the pulse of the people and its commitment to ease their burden with various forms of assistance. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the announced approach would also further boost… Continue reading MADANI govt in tune with rakyat’s needs – Fahmi Fadzil

KUALA LUMPUR: Households consuming 600 kilowatt-hours (kWh) or less per month will be exempted from both the retail surcharge and automatic fuel cost adjustments, the government announced. This move is part of a targeted strategy to cushion the impact of the new electricity tariff structure, as stated by Deputy Prime Minister and Energy Transition and… Continue reading Malaysia ensures welfare protection amid fuel price fluctuations

GEORGE TOWN: A store supervisor in Batu Kawan lost RM624,617 after falling victim to an online investment scam. Acting Penang police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said the 56-year-old man came across a Facebook advertisement in February promising high returns. He later contacted a man via WhatsApp. He said the victim was lured by… Continue reading Store supervisor loses RM624,617 in online investment scam

IPOH: The General Operations Force (GOF) seized electronic waste (e-waste) worth RM31.3 million during a raid on an illegal factory located within an oil palm plantation in Parit yesterday. Ulu Kinta GOF Northern Brigade Commander SAC Shahrum Hashim said the seized items included 81 blocks of e-waste weighing 105,300 kilogrammes (kg), 5,000 kg of coal,… Continue reading GOF seizes RM31m e-waste in Perak illegal factory raid

PETALING JAYA: A total of 121 scam advertisements impersonating high-profile Malaysians have been reported so far this year, with official complaints submitted by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to Meta said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching in the Dewan Rakyat today. She also criticised Meta for continuing to allow such scam ads… Continue reading MCMC reports 121 scam ads misusing high-profile names in Malaysia

KEPALA BATAS: The Yayasan Pembangunan Ekonomi Islam Malaysia (YaPEIM) has set a target to construct 50 homes this year for the underprivileged, with an allocation of RM4 million under its Sinar Lestari YaPEIM initiative. Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar said each housing unit, costing approximately RM80,000, will… Continue reading YaPEIM allocates RM4m for 50 homes for underprivileged

KUALA LUMPUR: The increase in the allocation for various forms of financial assistance for 2025 proves the commitment of the MADANI Government in its efforts to reduce the cost of living pressures faced by the people, while also driving sustainable and resilient economic growth. Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying said among the key initiatives… Continue reading Malaysia increases aid for 2025 to ease cost of living pressures

KUALA LUMPUR: An estimated 941,000 highway users will benefit from the postponement of toll rate hikes for 10 highways nationwide, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said the decision will help ease the burden of daily highway users, especially those commuting to work. “As the Prime… Continue reading Toll hike postponement for 10 highways to benefit 900,000 users

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will expedite the filling of 4,352 positions at healthcare facilities this year, including contract appointments for doctors, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. He said the move comes in response to the urgent needs within the country’s healthcare sector. “There have been complaints about critical vacancies, particularly involving doctors.… Continue reading Malaysia to fast-track 4,352 healthcare job vacancies, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue monitoring prices of goods, especially food items, to ensure that the cost of living does not increase following the expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST) which comes into force this month, said Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying. She noted that food inflation averaged at 2.1 per… Continue reading Govt monitors food prices post-SST expansion to curb inflation

MELAKA: The Melaka Health Department is preparing a proposal to ban the manufacturing and sale of e-cigarettes or vape products in the state. State Health, Human Resources and Unity Committee chairman Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem said the proposal will be presented to the State Executive Council for a decision later this year. “At this stage,… Continue reading Melaka health dept proposes ban on vape manufacturing and sales

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is in the process of joining the Budapest Convention and will also sign the United Nations (UN) Convention on Cybercrime to reinforce international collaboration strategies in combating cybercrime, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said that through this convention, the country will be able to… Continue reading Malaysia to sign UN cybercrime convention in October 2025

KOTA BHARU: The Kelantan government has reminded all parties to inform the local authorities (PBT) and relevant agencies in advance before organising any programme to avoid confusion, misunderstandings and negative perceptions among the public. Deputy Menteri Besar Datuk Dr Mohamed Fadzli Hassan said that all forms of events, including health-related programmes, must be held in… Continue reading Kelantan requires event organisers to notify authorities early

BALIK PULAU: A doctor has been arrested again for investigations into an alleged molestation of a female patient at a private clinic in Bayan Baru here. Barat Daya police chief ACP Sazalee Adam said the 43-year-old male doctor was detained at the Barat Daya police headquarters (IPD) at 8 pm yesterday after being asked to… Continue reading Doctor arrested again over molest claim by another patient in Penang

IPOH: The Perak government aims to encourage about 10 per cent of public and private sector workers to form trade unions in the state within the next three years as part of efforts to empower workers’ rights and safeguard their welfare. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan… Continue reading Perak offers RM5,000 aid for trade union formation to empower workers

PETALING JAYA: The government has decided to postpone the toll rate hikes scheduled for this year involving 10 highways, despite such increases being part of previously signed concession agreements. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the decision was made to avoid burdening the people and ensure they continue to enjoy the current toll rates.… Continue reading Anwar: No toll hike for 10 highways in 2025, govt to absorb over RM500m

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced that the government has doubled the allocation for the Jualan Rahmah Madani programme in 2025 from RM300 million to RM600 million. “To expand the reach of the programme, the government is increasing the allocation to RM600 million this year,” he said. The additional funding will… Continue reading Jualan Rahmah Madani allocation doubled to RM600m for 2025

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim clarified that although electricity tariffs were restructured starting July 2025, the majority of domestic users are actually paying less. “Even though the tariff adjustment came into effect in July 2025, electricity bills have not increased for the people. “In fact, due to lower energy generation costs, 85%… Continue reading Anwar: 85% of households see lower electricity bills despite tariff restructuring

PETALING JAYA: The government will introduce a targeted subsidy for RON95 petrol, which will see the fuel priced at RM1.99 per litre for Malaysians by the end of September, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. He said the new subsidy system aims to ensure ordinary citizens continue to benefit while preventing misuse by… Continue reading Petrol to cost RM1.99 for Malaysians under targeted subsidy plan

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that Monday, Sept 15 2025, will be declared an additional public holiday in celebration of this year’s Malaysia Day. “As a token of appreciation for the spirit of unity and the unique significance of Malaysia’s formation, I am pleased to declare Sept 15 as an… Continue reading Anwar: Sept 15 declared public holiday in conjunction with Malaysia Day

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced that all Malaysian citizens aged 18 and above will receive a one-off RM100 assistance under the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) programme in conjunction with National Day on Aug 31. “In celebration of our National Day, I am pleased to announce that every adult Malaysian will… Continue reading Anwar: RM100 one-off aid for all adults via MyKad from Aug 31

KOTA BHARU: Police have clarified that the recent raid on a private gathering at a homestay in Kemumin was conducted based on valid intelligence and evidence, with no intent of discrimination. Kelantan police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the operation was carried out to maintain public order and safeguard moral values. He said intelligence… Continue reading Kemumin raid based on credible intelligence, not discrimination – police