Three SPM credits only: Nursing diploma entry requirements eased to address severe shortage
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — The entry requirements for the Nursing Diploma programme for Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) school leavers have been relaxed to just three credits, which include Bahasa Melayu, Mathematics, and Science. Previously, candidates were required to have…
King calls for vigilance against online scams and slander on social media
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — His Majesty the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim today reminded Malaysians to remain vigilant against cybercrime. He cautioned the public against falling victim to online financial scams and identity theft. “I also remind the public…
In clear message at start of Parliament, Sultan Ibrahim tells MPs to serve nation, not their own interests
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — All MPs need to stop turning issues into political fodder for their personal or partisan benefit, His Majesty the King of Malaysia Sultan Ibrahim said in opening the First Meeting of the Fourth Session of…
Sabah minister orders investigation into tourist complaints at island resort, says ‘cannot afford’ to have state image tarnished
KOTA KINABALU, Feb 3 — Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew said her ministry through the Sabah Tourism Board (STB) is investigating complaints made by tourists relating to travel guides on the Xiao Hong Shu (Little Red…
‘Hangry’ man remanded three days for slapping wife over delayed chicken rice at Kota Warisan mall
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — A 50-year-old man was arrested and remanded for three days after slapping his wife, allegedly because she was late returning from buying chicken rice at a supermarket in Kota Warisan. Sepang District Police Chief Assistant…
Make it like wearing batik: Think tank chief moots adding Sabah ethnic costume to official attire list to promote culture, identity
KOTA KINABALU, Feb 3 — The government should adopt ethnic costumes as an official dress code for state events, proposed Datuk Seri Azizah Mohd Dun, chairwoman of the Institute for Development Studies (IDS) Sabah. She emphasized that this move would…
It’s now RM1,700 from Feb 1: Sarawak MTUC tells workers to report bosses who violate new minimum wage order
KUCHING, Feb 3 — Workers must report to the Labour Department if their employers fail to comply with the new Minimum Wage Order, said Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) Sarawak chairman Zaidi Nasar. He said minimum wage refers to the…
Zayn Rayyan neglect case: Trial begins today as defence lists 32 witnesses
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — The trial involving the parents of Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, accused of neglecting their autistic son, will begin on Monday at the Sessions Court here. Deputy public prosecutors will present the case before Judge Syahliza…
Fatal drive: Motorcyclist killed as Perodua Alza veers into opposite lane and crashes into five vehicles; driver arrested, remand application today
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — A motorcyclist was killed in an accident involving six vehicles on Jalan Hulu Langat-Ampang yesterday. Kajang police chief Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof said the incident occurred at around 4.45pm, according to Malay daily Harian…
Malay support keeps your seats, Umno Youth chief tells MCA in latest war of words
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 3 — Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Akmal Saleh has hit back at MCA, reminding the party that its presence in Parliament is due to Malay support. His response came after an MCA vice-president suggested that Dr…
