Viral video of alleged solicitation at Wangsa Maju massage centre sparks police probe
PETALING JAYA, March 26 — Authorities have launched an investigation after a video showing two men allegedly soliciting bribes from a massage centre in Wangsa Maju, Kuala Lumpur, went viral. The clip, which runs for over eight minutes, reportedly shows the men claiming to be members of the Federal Territory Residents
Newborn found in bin in Ampang; teen among five remanded in Melaka baby death probe
KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — A newborn baby girl was discovered in a rubbish bin outside a house in Taman Putra, Ampang, yesterday. Ampang Jaya District Police chief ACP Khairul Anuar Khalid said police received a report from a local man, who is also the occupant of the house, at 6.27
Who is Mr R? PKR’s Ramanan dares Victor Chin to name MP given RM9.5m
SUNGAI BULOH, March 25 — PKR vice-president Datuk Seri R. Ramanan today dismissed insinuations that he is the lawmaker alleged to have received RM9 million from businessman Victor Chin, who is implicated in the so-called “Corporate Mafia” controversy. Ramanan challenged Chin to reveal the identity of “Mr. R”, while also taking
Saravanan says MIC staying with BN for now, will study Indian sentiment on PAS-led Perikatan
KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 — MIC will remain in Barisan Nasional (BN) for now, its deputy president Datuk Seri M. Saravanan said, but stopped short of ruling out a future move to Perikatan Nasional (PN), according to Free Malaysia Today (FMT). “We are staying with BN for now,” he said at
Explainer: How the Middle East conflict and China fertiliser curbs are rattling Malaysia’s vegetable supply
KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 — Malaysia’s vegetable industry, a critical hub for domestic and regional food security, may be facing what food security experts have described as the “perfect storm” of supply chain disruptions. The country’s naturally acidic soil means it needs heavy chemical supplementation to grow food, which makes it
Penang water supply stable for at least two months as dams, Sungai Muda above alert level despite heatwave
GEORGE TOWN, March 24 — The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) today gave an assurance that the state’s water supply will hold steady for at least two months even amid the ongoing heatwave. PBAPP chief executive Datuk K. Pathmanathan said there was no immediate concern over raw water levels, particularly at
Bukit Mertajam Hospital dismisses claims of relocation to avoid disrupting temple
SEBERANG PERAI, March 23 — Bukit Mertajam Hospital’s Board of Visitors today dismissed allegations that the hospital would be relocated to avoid disrupting a temple. Board spokesperson Ng Yi Cheah, who lodged a police report today over the false claims, said the allegations appeared on social media on March 22. “The post
Bangladeshi man drowns after falling into river in Perak
IPOH, March 23 — A Bangladeshi man was found drowned after falling into the river near Kledang Timur 4, Taman Bandar Baru Menglembu, here, earlier this morning. Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director of operations Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said the 29-year-old’s body was recovered after the department received an emergency call
Malaysia’s energy supply remains stable despite West Asia tensions, says Fadillah
KUCHING, March 22 — The Federal Government has given an assurance that the country’s energy supply remains stable despite global uncertainties following conflicts in West Asia, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. He said Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) has formulated alternative plans to ensure the continuity of oil and
Sarawak studies tougher rabies control as cat infections pose growing challenge
KUCHING, March 22 — The Sarawak state government is studying the best approaches to strengthen efforts in controlling rabies, particularly infections among cats, said Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said discussions have been held with the Sarawak State Health Department and the Department of Veterinary Services