Abang Jo: Sarawak to tighten procurement rules, boost anti-graft measures with MACC
KUCHING, March 8 — The Sarawak government will continue to work closely with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) to strengthen monitoring mechanisms and tighten procurement and contract awarding procedures, said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. According…
PM Anwar extends financial aid to family of deceased accident victim in Kuantan
KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has extended financial assistance to the family of the late Abu Hanifah Yusof, who recently died in a road accident. The contribution was delivered by the Prime Minister’s political secretary, Datuk…
Johor police kill aged fugitive in shoot-out
JOHOR BARU, March 8 — A 63-year-old fugitive was shot dead in an exchange of gunfire with police at Jalan Persiaran Bumi Hijau, Taman Molek, Johor Baru, earlier today. According to Johor Johor Police Chief Datuk M. Kumar, the incident…
Perlis cops: Retired soldier killed, son critically injured in Padang Besar car-motorcycle crash
KANGAR, March 8 — A retired soldier was killed and his son seriously injured after their motorcycle was hit by a car along Jalan Dato Kayaman, Beseri, near Padang Besar last night. Padang Besar deputy police chief Supt Sarih Salleh…
Penang police receive third complaint against doctor for indecent behaviour
GEORGE TOWN, March 8 — Police have received another report from a woman who alleged that she was a victim of indecent behaviour by a medical officer at a hospital, here. Timur Laut district deputy police chief Supt Lee Swee…
Gobind: Malaysia must develop homegrown AI solutions to lead semiconductor sector
GEORGE TOWN, March 8 — Malaysia must look at developing homegrown artificial intelligence (AI) champions within the semiconductor industry and establish a robust local AI ecosystem. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said AI adoption would not only enhance operational efficiency…
Saarani: Perak assembly sitting to proceed as planned despite Ayer Kuning by-election clash
IPOH, March 8 — The Perak government has no plans to amend the dates for the state legislative assembly sitting, scheduled to take place from April 15 to 22, despite the Election Commission (EC) setting the polling date for the…
Fadillah: Women are ‘first madrasah’ — serve as backbone of families, society, and Malaysia’s progress
KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 — Women are the foundation of the ‘first madrasah’ and serve as pillars of strength and resilience for their families, society, and the nation, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. In a Facebook post,…
Teen sister of former Harimau Malaya player found in Seremban after missing for 12 days
KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — The younger sister of former national football player Hadin Azman, who went missing for 12 days, has been found safe at her foster family’s home in Jalan Sikamat Lama, Seremban Putra, Negeri Sembilan today. Wangsa…
‘Do not take 3R matters lightly’: Nur Jazlan cautions against racial and religious remarks online
JOHOR BAHRU, March 8 — The public has been reminded to avoid touching on sensitive issues related to religion, race, and royalty (3R) on social media, as they could disrupt national peace. Dewan Negara deputy president Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed…
