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Malaysian activists among those allegedly abused after Israeli forces intercepted Gaza aid flotilla, says MyCARE
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — Several activists who are part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and Thousand Madleens to Gaza (FFC-TMTG) were reported to be roughed up and physically abused during and after the interception by the Israeli military. Humanitarian Care
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Kuching man with drug records arrested over suspected child murder
KUCHING, Oct 10 — A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of a three-year-old girl in Kampung Rampangi, Santubong, near here on Tuesday. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said a report on the
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Putrajaya aims to expand halal certification to boost MSME participation, global exports
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — The government is committed to expanding the Malaysian Halal Certification (SPHM) recognition, especially to empower micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the global halal industry and enhance the country’s export value chain, according to the
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Immigration dept detains 24 foreigners using public buses to evade checks in Kelantan
KOTA BHARU, Oct 10 — A total of 24 foreign nationals were detained by the Kelantan Immigration Department of Malaysia in a Joint Operation with the Road Transport Department (JPJ) conducted at the JPJ Mentara Enforcement Station in Gua Musang yesterday.
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Putrajaya readies Budget 2026 to navigate tariffs, inflation and global slowdown risks
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to table his third federal spending plan today, with expectations that it will focus on cushioning Malaysia from the severe external pressures of new US tariffs and
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Bintulu Hospital warns people not to swim or fish in lake near its grounds
BINTULU, Oct 9 — Bintulu Hospital has issued a public advisory to warn residents against swimming, fishing, or engaging in any recreational activities at the lake located near the hospital’s boundary. In a notice, the hospital reminded the public that
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Anwar hails Gaza solidarity rally as proof of nation’s compassion
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he was deeply moved by the overwhelming show of solidarity at last night’s rally for Gaza, describing it as a reflection of the nation’s true character. He said
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Tawau gets RM62.76m in federal funds for 18 public projects
TAWAU, Oct 9 — The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is channelling RM62.76 million for the implementation of 18 public infrastructure projects for the benefit of over 200,000 residents in Tawau. Its minister, Nga Kor Ming, said the
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Court rejects Petronas bid to turn Shell MDS interpleader case into full trial
KUCHING, Oct 9 — The High Court in Kuala Lumpur yesterday dismissed Petroliam Nasional Berhad’s (Petronas) application to convert the ongoing interpleader proceedings involving Shell MDS (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd into a writ action. Petronas had sought to change the mode
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Turkiye pledges to help free nine Malaysian flotilla activists still held by Israel
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 — Turkiye will continue to assist in efforts to bring home the nine Malaysian activists detained by Israeli forces while participating in the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and Thousand Madleens To Gaza (FFC x TTMG) humanitarian mission.
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