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Penang police bust two World Cup betting call centres in Gelugor and Butterworth, nine arrested
GEORGE TOWN, June 29 — Penang police have busted two call centres involved in football betting activities during the 2026 Fifa World Cup following raids in Gelugor and Butterworth, arresting nine individuals. Penang police chief Datuk Dennis Lim Kwang Keng
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As Malaysian Bar turns 80, it will continue to champion justice, stateless persons, persons with disabilities, says new president
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 — With the Malaysian Bar celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, its president Anand Raj said the professional body for lawyers in Peninsular Malaysia will continue its main role of upholding justice without fear or favour.
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‘I’ve done my job’: Lead prosecutor leaves Syed Saddiq’s fate to Federal Court
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 — “I have done my job to the best of my ability in the pursuit of justice. I leave any decision to the court.” That was the response from deputy public prosecutor Datuk Wan Shaharuddin Wan
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MARA chairman vows ‘You touch, you go’ as six MRSM teens in Johor face police probe
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 — Six MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) students in Johor who were arrested on suspicions of bullying a fellow student will be expelled if they are found guilty, MARA Chairman Datuk Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said. He
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In Dewan Rakyat today: Tourism fallout from West Asia conflict and Langkawi’s border security readiness
KUALA LUMPUR, June 29 — The impact of the West Asian conflict on foreign tourist arrivals to Malaysia and the readiness of assets and personnel of security agencies in Langkawi in addressing the threat of smuggling activities of migrants are
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Zahid says Johor must remain BN stronghold, brushes off Puad’s recycled‑candidates criticism
BATU PAHAT, June 28 — Johor must remain a Barisan Nasional (BN) stronghold and continue to serve as the coalition’s political fixed deposit in the state election, said BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. The Umno president said
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Anwar appeals to Johor voters, urges five‑year mandate for Pakatan candidates
KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has appealed to the people of Johor to give the coalition the mandate to govern the state for the next five years. In a Facebook post, the
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Pakatan fielding youngest candidate in Johor polls as part of youth‑focused push, says Fahmi
MUAR, June 28 — Pakatan Harapan (PH) is committed to advancing its youth agenda in the 16th Johor state election by translating young people’s aspirations into meaningful representation through a slate of credible young candidates. PH communications director Datuk Fahmi
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Fahmi: Multi‑operator tower to improve internet coverage in Sungai Balang Darat by Q3
MUAR, June 28 — Internet connectivity disruptions in Kampung Sungai Balang Darat and surrounding areas here are expected to be resolved by the third quarter of this year with the construction of a 45-metre telecommunications tower. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi
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NADI teams to reach out and empower communities through digital economy, says Fahmi
MUAR, June 28 — The Ministry of Communications will mobilise teams from the National Information Dissemination Centre (NADI) to be more proactive in engaging with communities, including helping people take advantage of opportunities to generate income through the digital economy.
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