After a hectic Chinese New Year schedule, Steven Sim lands in hospital but says he’ll be back stronger
GEORGE TOWN, Feb 20 — Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Steven Sim Chee Keong has been admitted to the hospital after experiencing extreme fatigue due to a hectic work schedule over the past few weeks. Sim posted on Facebook that, after weeks of being busy with work, he ended up
Security forces seek funds for high-security fencing at 69 illegal jetties along Malaysia–Thailand border
TUMPAT, Feb 20 — The General Operations Force (GOF), through the National Security Council (MKN), will apply for additional allocation from the government to install high-security wire, also known as Concertina wire, at the remaining 69 illegal jetties that have been demolished along the Malaysia-Thailand border. GOF Southeast Brigade Commander SAC
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