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New Malaysia-Thailand bridge project to involve ICQS upgrades, road works and rail extensions, says Saifuddin
PASIR MAS, May 5 — Three federal ministries will play key roles in the construction of a new bridge connecting Malaysia and Thailand, particularly across Sungai Golok, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail. He said the Ministry of
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Body of man missing since April 28 found near Pulau Pisang, believed drowned
KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — A bloated body found near Pulau Pisang in Pontian has been identified as a man who was reported missing since April 28. Fishermen discovered the body floating in the waters at around 11am on 4
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Malaysian hiker Rennie Abdul Ghani, 57, dies after fall on Indonesia’s Mount Rinjani
SHAH ALAM, May 4 — A Malaysian hiker, Rennie Abdul Ghani, 57, reportedly died after falling while climbing Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Indonesia, yesterday. According to Sinar Harian, Rennie was the brother-in-law of local actor Mohd Rizman Mohd Khuzaimi, also known
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Workshop fire destroys 20 cars, three motorcycles in Puchong Jaya
KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 — Fire broke out at a workshop on the Bukit Jalil Highway, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Selangor, today, destroying 20 cars and three motorcycles. Selangor Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Assistant Director of Operations Ahmad Mukhlis Mokhtar
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Anwar congratulates PM Albanese on re-election, stresses Australia’s key role in Asia Pacific
KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated his counterpart, Anthony Albanese, on securing a second term as Australia’s Prime Minister following a spirited election campaign. In a Facebook post, Anwar said that the result,
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Anwar urges calm as negotiations continue on Petronas-Petros dispute
KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed strong confidence today that the ongoing dispute between Petronas and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros) will be resolved fairly and respectfully. He confirmed speaking with Sarawak Premier Tun Abang
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Terengganu’s Sultan urges Haj pilgrims to respect Saudi laws, maintain Malaysia’s reputation
KUALA TERENGGANU, May 4 — The Sultan of Terengganu, Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, has advised Haj pilgrims to uphold decorum and avoid any misconduct that could tarnish Malaysia’s reputation and its diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia. His Royal Highness emphasised
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As Dewan Rakyat prepares to debate US tariffs tomorrow, here’s what you need to know
KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 — All eyes will be on the Dewan Rakyat tomorrow as Members of Parliament convene for a special sitting to deliberate on the United States’ (US) surprise imposition of retaliatory tariffs on Malaysian exports — a
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Fiery motorcycle crash kills two men in Penang
NIBONG TEBAL, May 4 — Two men were killed after the motorcycles they were riding were involved in a crash and caught fire along Jalan Sungai Kechil near the Jawi Golf Resort last night. Penang Fire and Rescue Department assistant
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King, Queen wish heroes in red happy World Firefighters’ Day
KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 — In conjunction with World Firefighters’ Day today, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, conveyed their appreciation to the heroes in red in the country. In
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