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Dry season, heavy irrigation: Penangites have been urged to use water wisely
GEORGE TOWN: Consumers in Penang have been urged to use water wisely this month following a hot and dry start to the year, compounded by low rainfall and heavy irrigation […]
E-hailing driver remanded in probe of sexual harassment viral video
JOHOR BARU: Police have arrested an e-hailing driver in connection with a viral video alleging sexual misconduct against a female passenger. Read full story Date: 5 February, 2026 5:00 pm […]
Chinese airline resumes daily Shanghai-KK direct flights
KOTA KINABALU: A Chinese airline’s resumption of direct daily flights from Shangai to Kota Kinabalu reinforces Malaysia’s position as a preferred destination for travellers from China, says Tourism Malaysia. Read […]
The Armed Forces has the govt’s utmost respect, says Deputy Defence Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: There is no question of belittling the Armed Forces or their role as the government fully acknowledges their service and sacrifices, says Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari. Read […]
Altantuya’s family returns damages in full, plus interest, to Malaysian govt
KUALA LUMPUR: The family of murdered Mongolian model Altantuya Shaariibuu has refunded to the Malaysian Government more than RM4.8mil, being damages inclusive of interest, previously awarded to them following a […]
PN leaders will meet after Feb 19 to pick new chairman, says Takiyuddin
KUALA LUMPUR: All four presidents of Perikatan Nasional’s component parties, including Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, will attend an extraordinary meeting of the coalition’s supreme leadership council to elect […]
Ensure proper enforcement of e-waste ban, urge NGOs
PETALING JAYA: Banning imports of electronic waste (e-waste) is an absolute necessity but must be complemented with strong enforcement measures to ensure effectiveness, say two non-governmental organisations. Read full story […]
Trash continues to plague divers in waters off Semporna
KOTA KINABALU: Trash in the sea continues to plague divers in Sabah’s diving haven of Semporna, with some divers and dive instructors saying the marine pollution is worsening. Read full […]
Cable theft not just a crime, but an act of sabotage, threat to public safety, says Loke
KUALA LUMPUR: Cable theft is not merely crime, but an act of sabotage of public safety that requires stronger deterrents under the law, says Anthony Loke. Read full story Date: […]
Workplace accidents dropped by 33% under Ops Cegah last year, says Deputy HR Minister
KUALA LUMPUR: Some 83% of employers under Ops Cegah 2025 recorded a reduction in industrial and commuting accident cases compared with the previous year, says Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk […]