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Around 140,000 snake capture cases recorded nationwide in 2025, says APM
GEORGE TOWN: The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) recorded about 140,000 emergency cases involving snake captures nationwide in 2025, making it one of the agency’s most frequent operations. Read full […]
MCMC opens eight probe papers over fake article implicating Seputeh MP
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has opened eight investigation papers into the online spread of a defamatory article falsely linking lawmaker Teresa Kok to a proposal […]
Imports of e-waste categorised under ‘Absolute Prohibition’, says Azam Baki
KUALA LUMPUR: The importing of electronic waste (e-waste) has been placed under the Absolute Prohibition category with immediate effect starting Wednesday (Feb 4), says Tan Sri Azam Baki. Read full […]
Man nabbed for causing disturbance at Ampang convenience store after failing to buy cigarettes
PETALING JAYA: A 41-year-old tourist from China was arrested after allegedly brandishing a knife and causing a disturbance at a convenience store in Ampang Hilir on Sunday (Feb 1). Read […]
Three children drown in Sibu sewage pond
SIBU: Three children were reported drowned in a sewage pond near the Sibu Jaya Flats on Wednesday (February 4). Read full story Date: 4 February, 2026 6:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
Efforts to put out Kuala Langat forest fire now into second day
PETALING JAYA: Efforts to extinguish a forest fire in Kuala Langat have entered into a second day. Read full story Date: 4 February, 2026 6:00 pm Source: thestar.com.my
PTPTN to prioritise poorest students, incentives for top achievers to be considered gradually, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government is prioritising education assistance for students from the poorest backgrounds, while incentives for high-performing students will be considered in […]
US ambassador carries milk offering up Batu Caves’ 272 steps in conjunction with Thaipusam
PETALING JAYA: In conjunction with this year’s Thaipusam festivities at Batu Caves, the United States embassy in Kuala Lumpur showcased its love of Malaysia’s cultural heritage by joining Hindu devotees […]
Negri to turn 400ha of mangrove in PD into permanent forest reserve, says MB
SEREMBAN: The Negri Sembilan government will turn some 400ha of mangrove area in Port Dickson into a permanent forest reserve, says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Read full story Date: 4 […]
Negri govt to allow female Muslim staff to leave work at 2pm on Fridays during Ramadan
SEREMBAN: Muslim female state employees will be allowed to go home at 2pm on Fridays during Ramadan, says Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Read full story Date: 4 February, 2026 5:00 […]