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Anwar says KL’s future is public transport, not private cars, as 2040 blueprint unveiled
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said public transport will serve as the backbone of future development in Malaysia’s capital under the Kuala Lumpur Local Plan 2040 (PTKL40). He said new infrastructure projects under
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Home minister calls for stronger Asean cooperation to tackle rising cybercrime threats
PUTRAJAYA, June 24 — The rising threats of cybercrime, ranging from financial scams to ransomware attacks, highlight the urgent need for stronger and more coordinated cooperation among Asean member states, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. Saifuddin Nasution
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Kangar couple charged with abusing 10-year-old daughter, plead not guilty
KANGAR, June 24 (Bernama) — A married couple pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of abusing their daughter, which resulted in the child sustaining physical injuries last week. The male accused, a mechanic, and
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Court of Appeal orders govt to compensate firm for 50 years of Duta Enclave land use
PUTRAJAYA, June 24 — The Court of Appeal has ordered the government to compensate Semantan Estate Sdn Bhd for occupying a 106-hectare parcel of land in Kuala Lumpur, known as the Duta Enclave, for nearly five decades, according to Free Malaysia
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Hishammuddin must seek forgiveness himself, show remorse to rejoin Umno
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Umno supreme council member Datuk Lokman Noor Adam has reportedly said that Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein personally appeal and show that he sincerely regrets his actions if he wants to return to the party. According
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Fadillah meets Uzbekistan leaders to discuss energy, tourism, and education cooperation
TASHKENT, June 24 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof held a bilateral meeting on Monday with Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Kucharov and Minister of Energy Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov. The meeting was held during his official working visit to
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Johor trader loses RM1.1 million in online job scam promising commissions
JOHOR BAHRU, June 24 — A trader lost RM1.1 million after being deceived by a non-existent online job offer. Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar said the victim, a man in his 40s, lodged a police report yesterday, claiming that
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Anwar says success of 13th Malaysia Plan hinges on unified govt efforts
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed that the success of implementing the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) depends on the proper coordination and preparedness of every government ministry and agency. Anwar, also the Finance Minister,
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Bikers’ reckless ride on second Penang bridge caught on camera, police launch probe
NIBONG TEBAL, June 24 — Police are reportedly investigating a group of high-powered motorcycle riders who allegedly used a lane reserved for cars and lorries on Penang’s Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge last Friday. According to Astro Awani, Seberang Perai
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Malaysians turn old flats into Instagram-worthy homes
KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 — From the outside, Muhammad Izzat Che Baharu’s low-cost flat in Pandan Indah appears worn and weathered, which is unsurprising as the building was constructed over 35 years ago. But step through the door of his
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