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Perlis police corporal pleads not guilty to dangerous driving charge over fatal Kangar crash
KANGAR, Dec 15 — A police corporal pleaded not guilty at the Magistrate’s Court here today to a charge of dangerous driving and causing the death of a 24-year-old man on November 25. The accused, Muhammad Zulhairi Shunazar Abdul Shukor,
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Police investigate report that MACC officer drew gun at Albert Tei, wife
SHAH ALAM, Dec 15 — Police have launched an investigation into an allegation that a Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) officer pointed a weapon at a woman and her husband during a raid. Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar confirmed that
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IGP backs auto-registration of WhatsApp, Facebook, YouTube under new MCMC licensing framework
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has expressed support for a new licensing move by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) aimed at strengthening national digital security and online safety. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri
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Sarawak landslide in Serian forces couple to relocate, no injuries reported
SERIAN, Dec 15 — A married couple in Kampung Gahat Mawang here were forced to relocate after a landslide hit their home on Sunday. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), in a statement, said both victims were safe and did
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Melaka cops hit RXZ Members Ride 3.0 with 87 traffic summonses
MELAKA, Dec 15 — Melaka police issued a total of 87 summons notices for various traffic offences during the RXZ Members Ride Edition 3.0 2025, which took place around the state from December 12 to 14. State police chief Datuk
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Kuching ranks 13th globally, top five in Asia, as world’s retirement hotspot
KUCHING, Dec 15 — Kuching city has been recognised as one of the world’s top retirement destinations, ranking 13th globally and among the top five in Asia, said Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng. The recognition was accorded by International
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Driver escapes as car catches fire near Kanowit roundabout in Sarawak
SIBU, Dec 15 — A man managed to escape to safety after the car he was driving caught fire following an accident near Kanowit roundabout on Sunday night. The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba), in a statement, said they received
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METMalaysia issues thunderstorm warning for Klang Valley, six states until 1pm
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — The Malaysian Meteorological Department issued a thunderstorm warning for the Klang Valley, with Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya expected to face heavy rain and storms until 1pm today. The warning also covers parts of Kedah,
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Zahid calls for contractor screening to curb unhealthy competition in construction sector
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi urged for contractor screening in Malaysia to be implemented to ensure that only truly active contractors are highlighted in the construction industry. Zahid, who is also
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Fire engulfs Tawau water village in Sabah, residents leap into sea to escape flames
TAWAU, Dec 15 — Several residents of stilt houses in Kampung Sri Aman, here, were forced to jump into the sea to save themselves after their homes and connecting bridges were destroyed in a fire on Saturday night. One of
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