Anwar says Malaysia will only back Gaza peace committee once Israeli attacks cease
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 — Malaysia will take a cautious stance before endorsing a proposed Peace Committee for Gaza until Israeli attacks stop and humanitarian aid access is guaranteed, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. While Malaysia supports efforts to secure peace, Anwar said concerns remain over the committee’s composition and
Kinabatangan, Lamag by-election results expected by 10pm on Saturday, says EC
KINABATANGAN, Jan 20 — The results of the Kinabatangan parliamentary and Lamag state by-elections are expected to be known as early as 10 pm on Saturday (Jan 24), according to the Election Commission (EC). EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said the projected timing takes into account geographical factors and the locations
Actress Nadia Kesuma buried in Jeddah, husband and children perform final rites
GEORGE TOWN, Jan 19 — The late actress Nadia Kesuma was buried in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, after the subuh (dawn) prayer at 5.44am local time today. Her husband, Prof Dr Muhammad Kamarul Kabilan Abdullah, confirmed the burial to Bernama, saying the body was washed by their children, including Sarah and friends
Selangor records highest bankruptcy rate, teachers among major groups affected, says Insolvency Dept
JASIN, Jan 19 — Data from the Malaysian Insolvency Department (MDI) reveals that Selangor records the highest incidence of bankruptcy in the country, with a significant proportion of cases involving civil servants, particularly teachers. Director-General Datuk Ishak Bakri said the pattern stems from substantial personal loan liabilities, reflecting that salaried employees
Lim Guan Eng: Action taken against journalist heavy-handed, excessive
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 — Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng questioned the severity of the response to Rex Tan’s actions. In a statement, Lim, who is also DAP advisor, stated that Tan should not have been subjected to such heavy-handed enforcement, “that will expose the government to criticisms of practicing double
DAP will contest Selangor incumbent seats, says Anthony Loke
KLANG, Jan 18 — DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has today clarified the party’s stand on retaining incumbent seats in Selangor. He said that is the party’s decision to continue contesting in the seats that they have won in the last election. “That’s our decision to continue contesting, we cannot stop other parties
King to deliver Royal Address as Parliament begins new session Monday
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — The First Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament will begin this Monday with the Royal Address of His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia at the opening ceremony of the meeting as the main focus. His Majesty is scheduled to deliver the
Man dies after being shot six times by duo on motorcycle at Nibong Tebal car wash
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 — A 38‑year‑old man died after two men on a motorcycle opened fire on him at a car wash in Jalan Besar Permatang Keling, Nibong Tebal on Wednesday night. According to the New Straits Times, the pair rode up to the victim at about 10.20pm before discharging multiple
Azalina: Malay-Muslim identity no longer guarantees voter loyalty, Umno must move beyond identity politics to stay relevant
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 — Voters are no longer automatically loyal to a party simply because it represents Malays or Islam, Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said said today, acknowledging a political reality Umno must confront if it wants to remain relevant. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the Umno General
Doctor charged with murder of wife and son, obstructing justice in JB double killing
JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 16 — A 34-year-old private clinic doctor was charged in the Magistrate’s Court here today with the murder of his wife and five-year-old son at their home in Bandar Dato’ Onn late last year. The accused, Chia Tong Hong, was charged with murdering his 37-year-old wife, Phun Lai