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Credit : Bernama Images IPOH: A 42-year-old lorry attendant was arrested in Meru for allegedly trafficking heroin worth RM220,000. Acting Perak police chief Deputy Comm Zulkafli Sariaat said the suspect was caught on Jan 21 while removing drugs from his vehicle, awaiting a buyer. Police seized 44 packets of heroin weighing 19,246g, enough for 40,000 […]

Credit : Bernama Images KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has set an ambitious goal to reclaim its position as the world’s top rubber producer within the next decade, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi revealed yesterday. The move is part of the government’s broader strategy to revitalize the country’s agriculture and industrial sectors. Speaking at

Credit : Bernama Images KUALA LUMPUR: Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad has hinted at a positive development regarding the long-awaited increase in on-call allowances for government medical officers. Speaking at a press conference, Dzulkefly revealed discussions with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who assured him that a definitive decision would be made at

Credit : Bernama Images KUALA LUMPUR: FashionValet founders Datin Vivy Yusof, 37, and Datuk Fadzarudin Shah Anuar, 36, pleaded not guilty to charges of misappropriating RM8 million in investment funds from Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB). The couple appeared before Judge Rosli Ahmad and denied the allegations, requesting a trial. They are

Kuala Lumpur’s bustling city center presents a daily challenge for drivers: steep parking fees. For instance, parking at KLCC mall can amount to approximately RM42 per day if you park around 8 AM and leave by 6 PM. Such expenses accumulate quickly, making daily commutes by car a costly endeavor. In contrast, Kuala Lumpur offers

Credit : Bernama Images PUTRAJAYA (21JAN) Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has called on organisers of this Saturday’s “Rakyat Benci Rasuah” (The People Reject Corruption) assembly to adhere to the Peaceful Assembly Act 2012. Speaking at the International Asia Security Summit and Expo 2025, Saifuddin stressed the shared responsibility of organisers, participants, and

Credit : Bernama Images CYBERJAYA(21JAN) The National Water Services Commission (SPAN) has called for regulations on water usage by industries, particularly data centres, which consume enormous amounts of water for cooling systems. SPAN chairman Charles Santiago stressed the need for sustainable practices, urging federal-state collaboration on projects like off-river storage to enhance water supply. He

In a significant policy change, the Malaysian government has announced that toll exemptions during festive seasons will no longer be offered, starting this year. The decision, confirmed by Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi, marks the end of a long-standing tradition that provided relief to motorists during major celebrations like Chinese New Year and

PETALING JAYA (20 JAN 2025) Visitors to Penang Hill during Chinese New Year can enjoy a free shuttle service between Penang Hill and Komtar, announced the Penang Hill Corporation (PHC). Running from Jan 29 to Feb 2, the service aims to reduce traffic congestion and enhance visitor convenience. Operating from 9am to 9pm, the shuttle

BENGALURU (20 JAN 2025) Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to keep its overnight policy rate unchanged at 3.00% during its upcoming meeting on Jan 22 and maintain this rate throughout 2025, a Reuters poll of 30 economists revealed. This marks the 10th consecutive meeting with no change, as Malaysia’s economy remains resilient, posting an