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BNM gets RM2.5b boost, plans RM10b guaranteed loans to widen SME financing
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will receive an additional RM2.5 billion to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs), with a focus on helping first-time borrowers gain access to financing. In a statement today, Bank Negara Malaysia
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Singapore court puts ex-footballer on 15 months’ probation for attacking two opponents
SINGAPORE, Jan 6 — A former Tanjong Pagar United football player was ordered to undergo 15 months’ probation after punching two opposing players following a match last year. According to a report by Singapore’s CNA, 20-year-old Rizqin Aniq Rahaizad was also
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Six-year-old boy fractures nose after fall at Jewel Changi net attraction
SINGAPORE, Jan 6 — A six-year-old boy reportedly suffered a fractured nose after falling at the Walking Net attraction at Canopy Park in Jewel Changi Airport during the year-end school holidays. According to a report in Singapore’s CNA, the incident occurred
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Police seek to quash rumours after fatal Kuala Terengganu crash
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — Police have moved to dispel viral claims surrounding yesterday’s fatal crash at the Jalan Kemajuan traffic lights in Bukit Kecil, Kuala Terengganu, confirming that the suspect is alive, that the vehicle involved was not stolen,
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AGC objects to Albert Tei’s lawyer’s challenge to MACC orders
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has objected to the leave application for judicial review filed by lawyer Mahajoth Singh challenging two Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 orders related to his client, businessman Albert Tei. Senior Federal
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Prosecution withdraws appeal, father’s acquittal stands in Zayn Rayyan case
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — The Shah Alam High Court today discharged and acquitted Zaim Ikhwan Zahari, the father of the late Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matin, in a case involving the alleged neglect of the autistic child, after the prosecution
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Army Chief calls on troops to maintain professionalism and unity
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — Army Chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman has called on Army personnel to maintain professionalism and remain united following viral allegations concerning the entry of unauthorised individuals and alleged immoral activities at one of its
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Anwar sends prayers for Dr Mahathir’s recovery after admission to IJN
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has offered his prayers for the recovery of former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, who is currently receiving treatment at the National Heart Institute (IJN). In a post
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GV Ride Offers 0% Commission to All Drivers in Conjunction with the 2026 New Year
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 — Local e-hailing service provider GV Ride has announced a 0% commission offer (no platform fees) for all its drivers in conjunction with the 2026 New Year celebrations. GV Ride Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kabeer Maand
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GRS returns to power in Sabah, pledges continuity under SMJ 2.0 development plan
KOTA KINABALU, Jan 5 — The year 2025 ended with one of Sabah’s most pivotal political developments as the 17th State Election on November 29 reaffirmed Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) as the largest political force, positioning it once again at
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