‘No way we’ll fail’: Hajiji confident of state election win, slams outside leaders for disrespecting Sabah’s political culture
KENINGAU, Jan 24 — Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor expressed confidence that the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) could win the upcoming 17th State Election (PRN17), emphasising the strength of the eight-party alliance in facing their opponents. “With eight parties…
Police launch investigation into teacher accused of assaulting pupil in Bagan Serai, causing ear injury
IPOH, Jan 23 — Police have launched an investigation into allegations that a primary school pupil in Bagan Serai was injured after being beaten by a teacher, with the incident having gone viral on social media. Kerian Police Chief Supt…
Sarawak Pakatan secretary calls for swift action on delayed Miri temporary transit centre for homeless
MIRI, Jan 24 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) Sarawak Secretary Alan Ling has urged the relevant authorities to provide clear updates on the status and progress of the proposed Miri Temporary Transit Centre (TTG), which was initially scheduled for completion on…
Dr Zaliha: DBKL to fully handle Ramadan bazaar licence applications and maintenance
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 — The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) will fully handle licence applications and maintenance of Ramadan bazaars in the capital starting this year to ensure reasonable rental fees of stalls and better management. Minister in the…
Muhyiddin pays RM1.4m judgment in Guan Eng defamation suit pending appeal
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 — Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has paid the RM1.4 million judgment sum to Lim Guan Eng in connection with a defamation lawsuit over Yayasan Albukhary’s tax-exempt status. According to Free Malaysia Today (FMT), Lim’s lawyer, Guok…
IGP: Police summon comedian over alleged insult linked to ‘ham’ post
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 — The police have summoned a local comedian-cum-actor said to have posted on his Facebook account about ‘ham’ which is alleged to insult Islam for investigation, said Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain. He said…
Penang vows firm action on RM17.7m housing arrears, tightens tenant eligibility
GEORGE TOWN, Jan 24 — Penang will take firm action to address the issue of rental and maintenance arrears for People’s Housing Project (PPR) and public housing units, which total RM17.7 million. State Housing and Environment Committee chairman Datuk Seri…
KLIA Aerotrain to return in second quarter of 2025 after RM456m overhaul, MAHB confirms
SEPANG, Jan 24 — The Automated People Mover System (Aerotrain) in Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is expected to resume service in the second quarter of this year, its operator, the Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) said. In a press…
Red paint attack at UM’s KK Mart: Police hunt suspects amid ‘ham’ sandwich controversy
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 — Two suspects are believed to have thrown red paint at the entrance of a KK Mart outlet located on Universiti Malaya (UM) grounds. According to The Star, Kuala Lumpur police chief Comm Datuk Rusdi Mohd…
Probe on cop’s obscene gesture at protest heads to AGC, says KL police chief
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 — The investigation paper (IP) concerning a policeman accused of making an obscene gesture at a woman during a protest last month has been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC). As reported by The Star,…
