Flood evacuees in Sabah, Sarawak rise to 15,015, with Bintulu and Kota Marudu seeing highest number
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The number of evacuees at flood relief centres in Sabah and Sarawak has continued to rise, with 15,015 this morning compared to 11,886 last night. In SARAWAK, the number of evacuees rose to 9,398 from…
On CNY, PM Anwar reminds Malaysians to focus on unity and economy, not distractions
IPOH, Jan 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today reminded the public to remain focused on boosting the national economy and not be distracted by issues arising in the multi-racial and multi-religious country. Anwar emphasised that Malaysia must…
Singapore Airlines ranked world’s most admired airline, climbs to 28th on Fortune list
SINGAPORE, Jan 31 — Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been ranked as the world’s most admired airline and placed 28th overall in Fortune magazine’s annual list of the most admired companies globally. SIA climbed from 29th place last year, marking its…
Floods in Bintulu described as worst ever, nearly 2,000 evacuated as Sarawak faces crisis
KUCHING, Jan 31 — The current floods in Bintulu have been described as the worst ever recorded, with more than 1,900 people evacuated to temporary relief centres (PPS) as of 8 pm last night. Several areas, including residential neighbourhoods and…
Nine nations, including Malaysia to meet in The Hague over Israel’s violations of International Law
THE HAGUE, Jan 31 — Nine countries, including Malaysia, will convene in The Hague to discuss their shared commitment to upholding international law, responding to threats against the International Criminal Court (ICC), and defending Palestinian rights. The participating nations also…
Sabah Electricity monitors power supply, shuts substations as waters rise
KOTA KINABALU, Jan 31 — Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd will carry out continuous monitoring of the electricity supply in flood-affected areas to ensure proper and safe operation of the system, said its chief operating officer Mohd Yusmanizam Mohd Yusof. He…
PKR’s religious dept slams Rafidah Aziz for questioning Malaysia’s Gaza aid efforts
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — PKR’s Department of Religious Understanding and Strengthening has criticised former International Trade and Industry Minister Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz for questioning the government’s humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza. Its director, Amidi Abdul Manan, in a…
Sabah floods: Rescue teams battle rising waters and lurking crocodiles
LAHAD DATU, Jan 31 — In Sabah, the rising floodwaters bring not only destruction but also a serious threat – crocodiles. For the Sabah Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) and other rescue teams, navigating these dangers has become a critical…
Police hunt three more suspects in Jalan Klang Lama nightclub ramming
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Police are tracking down three more individuals believed to be involved in an incident where the drivers of two vehicles rammed into a group of men in front of an entertainment centre on Jalan Klang…
Could your child be a bully? Recognising the warning signs and taking action
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The surge in bullying incidents across Malaysian schools last year, left many parents grappling with a fearful question: Is my child safe at school? But there’s an equally important question that often goes unasked: What…
