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Wee Ka Siong’s new role as investment adviser is ‘beneath’ stature of an MCA president
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Former MCA vice-president Datuk Seri Ti Lian Ker, has expressed that party president Datuk Seri Wee Ka Siong’s appointment as an investment adviser to Chinese nationals and corporations in Malaysia is “beneath” the stature of
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Three crocs killed in Lahad Datu over threat to humans
LAHAD DATU, Oct 25 — The Wildlife Department shot dead three crocodiles which were harming the people and livestock in the district. Two of the reptiles were killed on Tuesday in Kampung Tabanak as they were threatening the safety of
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Joining Brics as Asean chair could supercharge Malaysia’s trade ties
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Malaysia sees tremendous synergies between Asean and Brics as the country takes the chairmanship of Asean next year, promoting inclusivity and sustainability, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli. He said Malaysia wants to showcase its regional
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MACC chief says ‘directly’ overseeing probe on YTL Power unit’s 1Bestarinet
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief Tan Sri Azam Baki today said all enquiries about the investigation on 1Bestarinet project should be made to him. Although declining to provide updates to the case at the moment, he
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US stands firmly behind Malaysia as it prepares for ASEAN Chairmanship, aiming for regional stability
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 25 — The United States (US) has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Malaysia’s upcoming ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, pledging to stand by the country as it works to promote regional peace and stability in the region. In
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Four days in, police no closer to solving mystery of boom that rattled Ipoh
IPOH, Oct 24 — The cause of the tremors and loud bang that shook Ipoh at 11.06am on Monday is still unknown. Perak Police Chief Datuk Azizi Mat Aris said that police are continuing to probe the incident. “No update
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AirAsia accepts MalaysiaNow’s apology over misleading RM500m loan article
SEPANG, Oct 24 — AirAsia has acknowledged and accepted an apology from MalaysiaNow regarding misleading articles published in January 2022 that questioned the airline’s RM500 million loan from Danajamin Nasional Bhd. The articles, which have since been retracted, failed to provide an
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Malaysians reflect on cherished memories and traditions as the festival of lights approaches
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — Deepavali is just a week away. For many Malaysians living abroad, the Festival of Lights brings a mix of joy and longing, having to celebrate without their loved ones back home. L. Deveeshwaran, 25, an
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Two schoolgirls narrowly escape kidnapping attempts in Gerik, police on high alert
IPOH, Oct 24 — Two 14-year-old girls went through some anxious moments after they were almost kidnapped in Kampung Padang, Gerik on Monday and Tuesday. Perak deputy police chief DCP Zulkafli Sariaat said the Gerik district police headquarters received two
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KL’s preparedness for Asean chairmanship 2025 among topics to be raised in Parliament today
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 24 — Today’s Dewan Rakyat sitting will discuss Kuala Lumpur’s level of readiness for the ASEAN Chairmanship 2025 and 2026 Visit Malaysia Year, given that the issue of flash floods has not yet been resolved and may
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