Malaysian Army: 2,800 personnel stand ready to assist Sabah, Sarawak flood victims
PORT DICKSON, Feb 2 — A total of 2,800 personnel from the Malaysian Army are ready to be mobilised to assist flood victims in Sabah and Sarawak, Chief of Army Gen Tan Sri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan said. He added that…
How hot regional weather and cool refreshing coconut drinks are making ‘santan’ dearer in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 — The humble coconut is a staple in Malaysian lives, from its refreshing water and creamy milk, to its role as prayer offerings at Hindu temples. However, Malaysia is now grappling with a coconut supply crunch…
Smashing coconuts: Will Thaipusam rituals change this year from shortage?
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 2 — Coconuts are a must-have in almost all Hindu rituals as they are considered harbingers of auspicious beginnings. For devotees, breaking coconuts marks a symbolic surrendering of one’s ego at God’s feet. But times are changing…
Soaring prices, but low yield: Penang coconut supplier says struggling with demand ahead of Thaipusam
GEORGE TOWN, Feb 2 — A coconut supplier in Penang is facing significant financial loss, amounting to tens of thousands of ringgit, due to an inability to meet demand for the upcoming Thaipusam festival. P. Sarasvathy, 66, who is the…
Defence Ministry says to finalise acquisition of 30 used Hornet fighter jets from Kuwait Air Force soon
ALOR GAJAH, Feb 1 — The acquisition of 30 used F/A-18C/D Hornet fighter jets from Kuwait is expected to be finalised this year once all the documentation between the Kuwait Air Force (KAF) and the United States is settled soon,…
Zahid: Nadma must ensure disaster readiness, flood victims to get RM1,000 per household aid
PUTRAJAYA, Feb 1 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA), as the secretariat of the Central Disaster Management Committee (JPBP), to continue monitoring the preparedness levels of all agencies…
Shamsul Iskandar: President, deputy president posts not open for contest in PKR party elections this year
IPOH, Feb 1 — Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) may not allow the positions of President and Deputy President to be contested during the party elections scheduled for May. PKR International Bureau Chairman Datuk Seri Shamsul Iskandar Md Akin said the…
MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm, heavy rain warning for East Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 1 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a thunderstorm warning, forecasting heavy rain and strong winds in Sarawak, Sabah, and Labuan until 9 pm tonight. In a statement today, MetMalaysia said that the areas affected…
Couple killed, two children injured in car-trailer crash on Gua Musang to Kuala Krai road
KOTA BHARU, 1 Feb — A married couple were killed while their two children were injured after their car collided with a trailer at Kilometre 3, Jalan Gua Musang – Kuala Krai, early this morning. Gua Musang district police chief…
Fadillah: Over RM1b allocated for simultaneous flood mitigation projects in Kuching
KUCHING, Feb 1 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof announced today that multiple flood mitigation projects in Kuching, collectively valued at over RM1 billion, are set to be implemented simultaneously. The Borneo Post reported that, Fadillah, who also…
