Category: Local

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

KUALA LUMPUR: Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming held a dialogue session with the Concorde Club, an informal group comprising senior editors from local and foreign media organisations. The three-hour engagement brought together more than 18 chief editors and senior journalists for open and constructive discussion. Chaired by Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama)… Continue reading KPKT strengthens media ties through Concorde Club dialogue session

SRI AMAN: The Sarawak government is exploring the creation of a Regatta Circuit to better coordinate the growing number of regatta racing events throughout the state. Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg stated that this new approach would enhance both community bonds and local economic activity. He explained that the circuit would provide structured… Continue reading Sarawak plans Regatta Circuit to boost economy and community unity

PETALING JAYA: A disturbing incident had occurred in Bayan Lepas where a video on Reddit showcased a man with a motorcycle helmet entering a premise with three women, closing the shutter door and harassing the women inside. He corners them to the side and starts commanding them to do things he wants. He eventually approaches… Continue reading Helmeted man caught on video harassing women in Bayan Lepas shop, sparks outrage and safety concerns

KUANTAN: The Malaysian Armed Forces stands ready to deploy personnel and assets to flood-affected regions throughout the upcoming monsoon season. Chief of Defence Force General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar confirmed comprehensive preparations including monitoring flood-prone locations and conducting simulation exercises. Local leaders and brigade commanders have assessed vulnerable areas and understand necessary implementation measures… Continue reading Malaysian Armed Forces ready to deploy personnel and assets for monsoon floods

BUTTERWORTH: The Ministry of Transport is planning to build an additional railway track at Penang Port to enhance logistics efficiency and reduce traffic congestion in the surrounding area. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the project involves extending the existing track from 500 metres to 1,010 metres to allow all railway carriages to be fully loaded… Continue reading Penang Port to get additional railway track to ease congestion

KUCHING: Sarawak has vaccinated a total of 278,840 animals in its ongoing campaign to combat the spread of rabies. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian reported that 10,957 of these vaccinations were administered so far this year. He revealed that the state continues to record a high number of cases, with 34 reported… Continue reading Over 278,000 animals vaccinated in Sarawak’s rabies fight

JENGKA: Pahang faces a concerning drug abuse situation with 12,745 users and addicts documented as of June this year. Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated this figure represents a rate of 765 addicts per 100,000 people in the state. He emphasised that drug abuse constitutes a serious threat to national social stability and… Continue reading Pahang faces alarming drug abuse rate with 12,745 users recorded

BARAM: Remote districts across northern Sarawak are experiencing catastrophic flooding, with water levels reaching unprecedented heights that have completely inundated traditional longhouse communities. The flooding crisis has expanded significantly across the Beluru, Marudi, and Long Lama districts, prompting urgent government intervention and large-scale relief operations. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Local Government and Housing Datuk Dr… Continue reading Northern Sarawak floods reach two metres, submerge longhouses

SANDAKAN: Some restaurants here are still using paper cups and plastic cutlery as the water supply remains unstable. Restaurant worker Mohd Rosman Saluuis, 25, said his outlet had to resort to using paper cups along with plastic spoons and forks to save water for washing since the second day of the water disruption in Sandakan.… Continue reading Sandakan restaurants struggle with unstable water supply and paper cups

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Digital will engage with the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Higher Education to strengthen collaboration in showcasing Malaysia’s academic expertise in artificial intelligence globally. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo stated that Malaysia possesses exceptional local talent in AI education and plans to organise a programme highlighting these capabilities with… Continue reading Malaysia to showcase AI academic strength globally with new education partnerships

BUTTERWORTH: The Ministry of Transport has denied allegations that contractors were instructed to revise specifications for the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit project to a smaller size. Transport Minister Anthony Loke clarified that claims reported by a news portal citing industry sources are baseless as the tender process remains ongoing with no contract awarded. “The… Continue reading Penang LRT tender ongoing, no downsizing in specs says minister

BUTTERWORTH: The Transport Ministry has allocated 3.5 million ringgit for the Self-Employed Social Security Scheme this year, benefiting 50,000 taxi, rental car and school bus drivers nationwide. Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirmed the government’s contribution rate under the scheme is set at 70% through the Social Security Organisation, effective January 1, 2025. The ministry will… Continue reading MOT allocates RM3.5 million for LINDUNG Kendiri scheme from NPI sales

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2025 has recorded RM4.97 billion in sales as of the third day of the event, and the figure is set to increase even higher, according to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE). MATRADE chairman Datuk Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican said the performance underscored strong global… Continue reading MIHAS 2025 generates RM4.97 billion in sales with figures set to rise

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Budget 2026 will focus on policies to boost investment, upgrade automation and digitalisation, and create more lucrative jobs for Malaysians. Deputy Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Liew Chin Tong confirmed his ministry has submitted its proposals to the Finance Ministry. He stated that the final decision rests with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar… Continue reading Budget 2026 to focus on investments, automation and better jobs

KUALA TERENGGANU: A senior citizen lost RM76,740 after falling victim to a fraudulent investment scheme advertised on social media. Kuala Terengganu District Police Chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor stated that the 62-year-old victim encountered the scam through a Facebook advertisement on August 24. The former oil and gas industry worker clicked the provided link and… Continue reading Senior citizen loses over RM70,000 to investment scam on Facebook

KOTA BHARU: Thai authorities successfully intercepted a major drug smuggling operation attempting to transport 450,000 yaba pills valued at 13.5 million baht into Malaysia. The seizure occurred yesterday following precise intelligence regarding drug delivery through a courier service to the Sungai Golok district. Supeeyan Daemokleng, Chairman of the SungaCi Golok Narcotics Prevention and Control Centre,… Continue reading Thai authorities seize 450,000 yaba pills in Malaysia smuggling attempt

BUTTERWORTH: The Ministry of Transport will present a proposal to the Cabinet seeking a 10-year extension for Malaysia Holdings Berhad’s sugar refinery land lease in Perai. Transport Minister Anthony Loke confirmed the refinery currently operates on land leased from the Railway Assets Corporation and will not face immediate closure or relocation. He stated that Kampung… Continue reading Transport Ministry to propose MSM sugar refinery lease extension to Cabinet

SEPANG: The Selangor government remains committed to ensuring the state’s development progresses alongside the preservation of its environment, culture, and heritage. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari made this declaration during the opening ceremony of the Bagan Lalang Beach Festival @ Sepang 2025. This event, organised by the Sepang Municipal Council, forms part of the… Continue reading Selangor balances development with environment and heritage preservation

SHAH ALAM: Engagement sessions on the Mufti (Federal Territories) Bill 2024 are still underway before the bill is brought again to the Dewan Rakyat, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar. He said the Federal Territories Mufti Department had been instructed to intensify efforts to ensure a wider… Continue reading Mufti Bill engagement sessions ongoing before Dewan Rakyat return