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Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected across multiple areas in Sarawak
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds across multiple divisions in Sarawak, effective until 1pm on Thursday (Jan 8). […]
Melaka’s new RM1.8bil shipyard to be named after navigator Panglima Awang
MELAKA: A RM1.8bil modern shipyard to be developed here will be named after Panglima Awang, also known as “Enrique de Malacca”, the famed navigator believed to have circumnavigated the globe […]
Immigration Dept detains 77 undocumented foreigners in Seremban and Nilai raids
SEREMBAN: Immigration has detained 77 undocumented foreigners in raids conducted at 13 locations here and in Nilai. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 10:03 am Source: thestar.com.my
Dapur Siswa programme hailed for easing students’ living costs
KUALA LUMPUR: The Dapur Siswa initiative, under the Higher Education Ministry, aims to ensure that no student, especially those from low-income backgrounds, goes hungry due to financial pressure. Read full […]
Ministry still collecting info on Korean cult
PUTRAJAYA: The Home Ministry is still collecting information regarding the alleged existence of a cult from South Korea believed to be operating in the country, says its minister Datuk Seri […]
PM: 2026 will test global power
ANKARA: Malaysia views 2026 as a critical year that will challenge long-standing assumptions about global power, order and responsibility, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Read full story Date: […]
King reminds all army personnel to uphold integrity
KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has firmly advised newly-appointed Army Chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman to ensure that all personnel of the Malaysian Army (TDM) […]
Labour Courts go mobile
PUTRAJAYA: Justice will soon travel the back roads, with Labour Courts set to go mobile to reach workers and employers far from courthouses. Read full story Date: 8 January, 2026 […]
Fish Leong’s classic hit song banned in China
A SONG by Malaysian singer Fish Leong (pic) was banned in China because its title bore an unintended resemblance to recent discussions on the capture of Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro by […]
Man fulfils dead son’s organ donation wish
A RETIRED policeman has fulfilled the final wish of his 27-year-old son to become an organ donor after he succumbed to injuries sustained in a road accident, Kosmo! reported. Read […]