Former chief justice Abdul Hamid Mohamad dies at 83
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 19 — Former Chief Justice Tun Abdul Hamid Mohamad, 83, passed away at Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (HUKM) at noon today. The news was confirmed by his daughter, Murni Abdul Hamid, when contacted by Bernama. Murni said her father had been admitted to HUKM since Feb 9 and died of
KLIA records nearly 9,000 arrivals in just 2.5 hours on first day of CNY, says tourism minister
SIBU, Feb 19 — Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) recorded over 8,000 tourist arrivals within two hours on the first day of the Chinese New Year (CNY), said Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. Speaking to reporters at his CNY open house at Pulau Li Hua Commercial
Former Court of Appeal judge Shaik Daud Ismail dies aged 90 in KL
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 18 — Former Court of Appeal judge Datuk Seri Shaik Daud Md Ismail has died at the age of 90 at his home here this morning. Lawyer Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah confirmed the news, telling Free Malaysia Today that Shaik Daud passed away at about 11.11am after
Body of firefighter reported missing at Pantai Kandis found three kilometres from shore in Kelantan, brother still missing
BACHOK, Feb 18 — The body of one of the two men reported missing at Pantai Kandis here yesterday was found washed ashore by members of the public about three kilometres from the incident location this afternoon. Bachok police chief Supt Mohamad Ismail Jamaluddin said the body of 32-year-old Ahmad Badrul
New Perikatan chairman to come from PAS, says Takiyuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 — PAS remains intent on leading Perikatan Nasional (PN) despite the current turmoil in Bersatu. According to Harian Metro, PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan said a candidate for the position has already been identified and the appointment will be confirmed this Sunday. “We have agreed to lead
From Kelantan to Johor, Chinese New Year unites thousands at temples and open houses
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 — The Chinese New Year is celebrated by Malaysians of all races, proving that unity remains the country’s pillar of strength. From the hosting of open houses to the performances of lion dances, this festival unites Malaysians in an atmosphere of muhibbah (goodwill), harmony and mutual respect. In
Thunderstorm alert for KL, Selangor, multiple other states
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to affect multiple states across the country until 6.00pm today. In the northern region, the warning covers several districts in Kedah and Perak, as well as the entire state
‘You are in my radar’: King issues stern warning to all govt agencies, including MACC, in anti-graft war
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, has issued a direct warning that more individuals across all government departments and agencies are on his personal “radar” as he intensifies his mission to combat corruption. In a decree issued to the Royal Press Office today, His
Bersatu’s Lembah Pantai, Larut divisions dissolve citing loss of confidence in Muhyiddin
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 — Bersatu’s Lembah Pantai and Larut divisions have announced their dissolution with immediate effect. In a video posted on Bersatu’s official Facebook page, the Larut division leadership said the move was taken due to a loss of confidence in party president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Larut division deputy chief
Anwar stresses peace as key to Malaysia’s progress during Chinese New Year celebration in Ipoh
IPOH, Feb 15— The peace enjoyed by Malaysia’s multi-racial population must be safeguarded as it is a fundamental pillar of the nation’s progress, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Anwar said Malaysia is unique in its ability to remain peaceful despite having a population of more than 34 million people made