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PG18 rating signifies age classification, not zero censorship
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — The age classification for films rated 18 is not a licence to screen content without restrictions, as such films remain subject to the screening guidelines in force. The Communications Ministry stressed that the Film Censorship
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5,234 Malaysians working abroad have returned via REP since 2011
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — A total of 5,234 Malaysians working abroad have returned to work in Malaysia through the Returning Expert Programme (REP) from 2011 until August this year. The Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA), in a written reply
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Abang Johari expected to dissolve Sarawak assembly at 3.30pm today
KUCHING, Oct 23 — Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to announce the dissolution of the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly this afternoon, paving the way for a state election. According to a media invitation issued by
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Kuching school attack suspect remains hospitalised as police record 24 statements
KUCHING, Oct 23 — The 16-year-old male student of an international school here who allegedly attacked a teacher on Wednesday morning is still receiving treatment in hospital, said Sarawak acting police commissioner DCP Saifullizan Ishak. “The police are continuing the investigation,
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France bans protests in major cities after worst street violence in years as govt brace for fresh demonstrations
PARIS, Oct 23 — French authorities yesterday imposed bans or restrictions on fresh protests springing up in the wake of demonstrations last weekend that degenerated into the country’s worst street violence in years. President Emmanuel Macron said after chairing a
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Malaysian banks offer repayment relief to Nepal landslide victims
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — The Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) said its member banks are offering repayment deferments and flexible payment arrangements to ease the financial burden on families affected by the landslide in Nepal, including those whose
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Ringgit opens higher as greenback weakens amid AI investment concerns
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — The ringgit opened higher today as the greenback weakened after equity prices fell amid heightened concern over artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments. At 8 am, the ringgit rose to 4.0785/0855 against the greenback from yesterday’s close
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Singapore warns of critical PHP vulnerabilities that could expose web servers to hackers
SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) urged organisations to promptly act against critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a technology widely used to power websites and online services. Its chief executive, Gwenda Fong, said the two vulnerabilities
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Singapore’s pipeline gas from Indonesia under question as Jakarta weighs not renewing contracts
SINGAPORE, Oct 23 — Indonesia is weighing the option of ending gas export contracts with its neighbours, including Singapore, which counts the republic as one of its main sources of natural gas. AsiaOne reported that Energy and Mineral Resources Minister
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PKR Melaka candidate selection in final stages
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 23 — The list of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) candidates for the Melaka State Election (PRN) is currently being finalised by the party’s top leadership. PKR Wanita Chief Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek said the list has already
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