SHAH ALAM: A delegation from the ASEAN+Republic of Korea (ROK) Conference on Care and Support for Older Persons visited Woodrose Senior Residences to study innovative approaches in elder care. The visit highlights regional efforts to address the growing needs of aging populations. Woodrose Group Executive Chairman Abdul Rashid Bernard Lawrence stated that the delegation, which… Continue reading ASEAN-Korea delegation visits Woodrose Senior Residences for elder care insights

TELUK INTAN: Police arrested 21 individuals linked to oil palm fruit theft and fraudulent trading activities in Hilir Perak. The operation, conducted on July 2, targeted 14 locations, including licensed mills and unlicensed traders. Hilir Perak police chief ACP Dr Bakri Zainal Abidin confirmed the arrests involved 15 women and six men aged 20 to… Continue reading 21 arrested for oil palm theft, fraud in Hilir Perak

SEREMBAN: Relief and gratitude filled the air as Surau MADANI at the southbound Seremban Rest and Service Area (R&R) held its first Friday prayers today. The newly approved facility provided much-needed convenience for highway users and workers, eliminating the need for long detours. Muhammad Amri Anuar, a 25-year-old restaurant worker at the R&R, shared his… Continue reading First Friday prayers held at Surau MADANI in Seremban R&R

ALOR SETAR: The proposed bridge connecting Pulau Tuba and Pulau Dayang Bunting in Langkawi has entered the procurement stage, with the letter of acceptance expected by mid-2026. Deputy Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan confirmed the development, highlighting the project’s significance for local communities. The federal initiative, approved under the 12th Malaysia Plan Rolling Plan… Continue reading New bridge linking Pulau Tuba and Pulau Dayang Bunting in procurement phase

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has temporarily closed four food establishments in George Town after uncovering severe hygiene violations, including rat infestations and unsanitary food handling practices. The enforcement action followed surprise inspections conducted as part of the council’s ongoing cleanliness operations. Under By-Law 38(1) of the MPPP Food Establishment By-Laws 1991,… Continue reading MBPP shuts 4 George Town eateries over hygiene violations

SERDANG: Police have dismantled a syndicate processing and selling cigarettes laced with methamphetamine, arresting a couple during a raid at a residence here last Tuesday. The operation led to drug seizures valued at RM2 million. Serdang police chief ACP Muhamad Farid Ahmad said the raid at 1 pm resulted in the arrest of a 52-year-old… Continue reading Serdang police bust meth-laced cigarette syndicate, arrest couple

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is calling on Malaysians to take part in the 2025 Strata Video Competition, open for submissions until August 22. The competition, themed ‘Strata Management: Quality Strata, Harmonious Neighbourhood,‘ aims to promote awareness of effective strata community management for better living environments. KPKT stated that the initiative… Continue reading Malaysians invited to join KPKT strata video competition 2025

SHAH ALAM: Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar has been named strategic advisor for the Selangor Information Technology and Digital Economy Corporation (SIDEC). The announcement was made during the agency’s 10th anniversary celebration. SIDEC stated that Nurul Izzah, who also serves as executive chairperson of think tank Polity, will contribute expertise in… Continue reading Nurul Izzah appointed as SIDEC strategic advisor in Selangor

PUTRAJAYA: The Social Welfare Department (JKM) is ready to provide temporary care for a girl who was allegedly raped by her mother’s boyfriend last year. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri stated that this step ensures the child’s welfare and safety if no suitable family member is available. “Apart from physical… Continue reading JKM offers care for girl allegedly raped by mother’s boyfriend

KOTA BELUD: Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperative Development Datuk Ewon Benedick has officially launched the RM42 million construction project for Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Tambatuon. The new buildings, set for completion within 24 months, will replace the existing dilapidated structures and introduce modern facilities. The project, funded under the Third Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia… Continue reading RM42 million SK Tambatuon construction project launched in Kota Belud

SEPANG: The KLIA Aerotrain service at Terminal 1 of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA1) experienced a temporary suspension earlier today following heavy rainfall that caused water accumulation in the tunnel. Malaysia Airports confirmed the disruption occurred at 11 am due to a technical fault in one of the drainage pumps. The airport operator stated that… Continue reading KLIA Aerotrain service resumes after pump failure during heavy rain

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia loses an estimated RM64.2 billion each year due to preventable diseases such as diabetes, heart conditions and HIV, according to economist and Fellow at the Institute of Malaysian and International Studies (IKMAS), Dr. Muhammed Abdul Khalid. He said these losses stem not only from treatment costs, but also from reduced productivity, absenteeism,… Continue reading RM64.2 billion lost to preventable diseases, experts urge harm reduction policy

SEPANG: The KLIA Aerotrain service was briefly suspended at 11.00am on July 4 after water accumulation was detected in the tunnel during heavy rain. The operator explained that the tunnel’s drainage system is designed to pump out water during adverse weather, but a malfunction in one of the pumps led to a temporary build-up. As… Continue reading KLIA Aerotrain disrupted by tunnel flooding amid downpour

KUALA LUMPUR: The Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) is spearheading critical research to conserve the country’s dwindling firefly population. Under its Fauna Biodiversity Programme, scientists are addressing threats like habitat loss, pollution, and climate change to protect these bioluminescent insects. Programme head Dr Nada Badruddin highlighted multiple environmental pressures endangering fireflies, including riverbank erosion, waste… Continue reading FRIM leads firefly conservation efforts in Malaysia amid population decline

KOTA BHARU: The 9th Battalion of the General Operations Force (GOF) intercepted a large haul of electronic cigarettes valued at RM520,000 during a raid at an illegal base in Tengkorak near Pengkalan Kubor, Tumpat. The operation, conducted under Op Taring Wawasan Kelantan, led to the seizure of 2,600 e-cigarette devices. GOF Southeast Brigade Commander Datuk… Continue reading GOF seizes RM520,000 worth of e-cigarettes in Tengkorak raid

KUALA LUMPUR: Mercy Malaysia has urged ASEAN to reaffirm its commitment to the Five-Point Consensus (5PC) on Myanmar, emphasising the need for improved humanitarian access and a reinforced Special Envoy mechanism amid the ongoing crisis. As ASEAN Foreign Ministers prepare to meet in Kuala Lumpur this week, Mercy Malaysia’s president, Datuk Dr Ahmad Faizal Mohd… Continue reading Mercy Malaysia urges ASEAN to prioritise Myanmar aid access

KUALA BERANG: Terengganu Wanita UMNO has been urged to begin immediate groundwork to recapture the state in the next general election. Wanita UMNO chief Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad advised members to move past the party’s GE15 defeat and focus on rebuilding public trust. Speaking at the Hulu Terengganu UMNO division meeting, Noraini stressed the… Continue reading Terengganu Wanita UMNO urged to start prep for next general election

PUTRAJAYA: Eight government-linked companies (GLCs) have been chosen to participate in the Bengkel Inovasi GLC (BIG) programme, a joint initiative by the Ministry of Finance (MOF), the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), and Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd. Each selected GLC will receive matching grants of up to RM2 million, totalling RM10.7 million in… Continue reading Eight GLCs chosen for Bengkel Inovasi GLC programme with RM10.7 million grants

KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has dismissed claims that the recent Sales and Service Tax (SST) adjustments justify hotel room rate increases. The ministry confirmed that the updated tax structure, effective July 1, does not alter service tax rates for hotel stays or food and beverages served on premises. The MoF acknowledged that… Continue reading Hotel rate hikes unjustified by SST revision says MoF