Johor cops nab four over abduction of Sri Lankan man, allegedly after love sours
ISKANDAR PUTERI, March 7 — Police arrested four individuals in Kuala Selangor and Bestari Jaya, Selangor on March 1 in connection with the abduction of a Sri Lankan man at a car wash in Gelang Patah, here. Iskandar Puteri police…
Malaysiakini journalist accused of bribery says he was undercover to expose KLIA ‘Fly’ network
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — A journalist from a news portal who was detained at the end of last month on suspicion of involvement in a corruption case had today published an article to clear the air, standing firm that…
Nik Nazmi says weak La Nina to ease heatwave, Asean haze talks set for Sept
PUTRAJAYA, March 7 — The ongoing hot weather is expected to be less severe than last year due to the weak La Nina phenomenon, which brings slightly humid conditions, said Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad….
No excessive price hikes at Ramadan bazaars nationwide, says Fuziah
GEORGE TOWN, March 7 — There has been no excessive pricing of food and drinks at Ramadan bazaars and other premises nationwide since the start of fasting month, according to the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN). Deputy…
Thunderstorms coming your way, MetMalaysia warns KL, Selangor, and Johor among 11 affected states
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in 11 states until 9 pm today. The affected states are Kedah, Penang, Perak, Terengganu, Pahang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan,…
Chief Secretary announces major reshuffle in civil service, five ministries get new top officials
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar today announced changes in placement and new appointments for seven top management posts in the civil service. He said the changes and appointments, effective…
Group wants cops to act against ex-MP who claimed Anwar ordered MACC probe against Ismail Sabri
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — The Gerak Gempur Media Sosial Rakyat Secretariat (SGGMSR) has lodged a police report against an ex-MP for allegedly defaming Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. SGGMSR secretary…
Ex-MP’s aide among two suspects as MACC investigates RM500,000 bribe for Projek Mesra Rakyat
PUTRAJAYA, March 7 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has remanded two individuals, including a former special officer to a member of parliament, for allegedly soliciting and receiving a bribe of approximately RM500,000 to approve Projek Mesra Rakyat funds. A…
Court rules 1MDB must pay RM225,000 to Riza Aziz after dropping film financing lawsuit
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — The High Court here today ordered 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) to pay RM225,000 in costs to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s step-son, Riza Shahriz Abdul Aziz and his two companies. Judge Datuk…
Sydney University apologises after threatening to suspend transgender Malaysian student over pro-Gaza protest
KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 — The University of Sydney has issued an apology after initially informing a transgender Malaysian student that she could face suspension over allegations of writing messages on campus whiteboards accusing the university of complicity in genocide…
