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Salary increase for judges important safeguard from undue influence, says CJ
KUALA LUMPUR: The 30% salary increment for judges would contribute to the independence of the judiciary and serves as an important safeguard to help shield judges from undue influence, says […]
Proud to have served together, Akmal Saleh thanks Melaka CM for guidance
PETALING JAYA: Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh said he had “expressed his aspirations and heartfelt sentiments” to Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh during a […]
PETRONAS wants Federal Court to clarify regulatory framework in Sarawak operations
PETALING JAYA: PETRONAS has filed a motion at the Federal Court in Putrajaya to seek clarity on the applicable regulatory framework governing its operations in Sarawak, with the Federal and […]
Contractor killed in explosion at private KL university, say cops
KUALA LUMPUR: Police confirm that there has been one fatality after an explosion occurred at a private university here. Read full story Date: 12 January, 2026 5:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Sabah STAR’s Wiramuda wing deputy quits party
KENINGAU: Sabah STAR’s Wiramuda wing deputy chief, Razzidin Robert, has resigned from the party effective immediately. Read full story Date: 12 January, 2026 5:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Border commanders must lead from the front, says AKPS chief
PUTRAJAYA: Border point commanders must take a hands-on approach in resolving issues affecting the country’s entry points instead of remaining office-bound, says Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) director-general […]
Sabah politician convicted for molesting Unduk Ngadau contestant
KOTA KINABALU: Former senior Sabah STAR politician Phillip Among has been sentenced to a total of 43 months in prison and fined RM14,000 by the Magistrates Court after being found […]
Step up or step down, CJ warns judges who delay grounds of judgment
KUALA LUMPUR: The Chief Justice has issued a stern warning to judges who delay their grounds of judgment – step up or step down. Read full story Date: 12 January, […]
Rapid to get electric buses, more on-demand vans for Penang, says Loke
GEORGE TOWN: Penang is entering a new phase of public transportation as Prasarana Malaysia Bhd, through its subsidiary Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd (Rapid Bus), will begin gradually replacing ageing Rapid […]
Kuching mechanic charged with murdering cemetery worker
KUCHING: A mechanic was charged in a Magistrate’s Court here Monday (Jan 12) with the murder of a Chinese cemetery worker. Read full story Date: 12 January, 2026 4:00 pm […]