Nation

Ministry launches legal aid initiative

KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry has launched a legal aid initiative for parties with cases before the Industrial Court of Malaysia.

Nation

Jais detains six over deviant 'semi-naked dancing' event

SHAH ALAM: The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) has detained six individuals in connection with the controversial eHati marriage motivation programme held from Sept 27-30 last year at a convention centre here.

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Both Cambodia, Thailand willing to consider ceasefire, says PM Anwar

PETALING JAYA: Cambodia and Thailand are willing to consider a ceasefire as border clashes between the two countries escalated drastically on Thursday (July 24), according to Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Sabah & Sarawak

Dive instructor arrested for assaulting tourist over scuba tank incident

SEMPORNA: A local scuba diving instructor has been arrested after allegedly assaulting and threatening a 34-year-old tourist following a dispute stemming from a diving trip incident.

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Road closures near Perak state secretariat for Warriors' Day

Several roads near the Perak state secretariat building in Ipoh will close, and traffic will be diverted for the Warriors' Day celebration and rehearsals.

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No chemical leaks found in lorry accident at Second Link

There were no signs of leaks from the tankers involved in a lorry accident at the Second Link Crossing in Tanjung Kupang on Thursday (July 24).

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RM21.25mil in illegal e-waste seized in Kedah, four detained

IPOH: Authorities seized RM21.25mil worth of illegally processed electronic waste (e-waste) during a raid on an unlicensed factory in Mukim Bagan Sena, near Kulim in Kedah on Wednesday (July 23).

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Govt approves RM14.39mil grant to Suhakam for 2023 operational costs

KUALA LUMPUR: The government, through the Finance Ministry, has approved a grant of RM14.39mil to the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) in 2023 to cover operating expenses and meet the objectives of its establishment.

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St Anne Feast: Selected roads in Bukit Mertajam to close this weekend

BUKIT MERTAJAM: Several roads near the Minor Basilica of St Anne will be closed from 9am Saturday (July 26) to 2pm Sunday (July 27) for the annual St Anne Feast, one of Malaysia's largest religious celebrations.

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PM announcement signals policy shift towards more inclusive approach for M40, say experts

KUALA LUMPUR: The announcement of several key initiatives by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday, as a gesture of appreciation to the people, reflects a policy shift by the Madani government towards a more inclusive approach for the middle-income group (M40).

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Govt studying if e-hailing fares need regulation, says Transport Ministry

KUALA LUMPUR: A study to determine if e-hailing fares should be regulated will be completed in five months, says Datuk Hasbi Habibollah.

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House arrest law can ease prison overcrowding, says Saifuddin

KUALA LUMPUR: The government is mulling house arrest – which includes the use of electronic monitoring devices – for remand detainees to address overcrowding in prisons, says Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

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Dr Wee asks why consent threshold rates differ under proposed urban renewal law

PETALING JAYA: The government should explain its rationale for setting different consent threshold rates based on the age of properties under the proposed urban renewal law, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

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Comprehensive reform of prison and detention management system proposed in Dewan Rakyat

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat proposed a comprehensive reform of the country's prison and detention management system, including the development of humane standards to ensure effective rehabilitation and protect detainees' welfare through an integrated approach.

Sabah & Sarawak

All eyes on Gagasan Rakyat as it holds AGM

KOTA KINABALU: Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah's (Gagasan Rakyat) annual general meeting this weekend (July 26, 27) will be a closely watched affair.

Sabah & Sarawak

No mining exploration licence issued to Bumi Suria, says Sabah Lands and Surveys Dept

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Lands and Surveys Department has clarified that no prospecting licence has been issued to Bumi Suria Sdn Bhd under the Sabah Mining Ordinance 1960.

Sabah & Sarawak

Elderly man seriously hurt in 500m fall at Gunung Api at Mulu National Park

KUCHING: An elderly man suffered serious injuries after falling about 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in the Mulu National Park on Thursday (July 24).

Nation

Free rides on Penang ferries on Aug 31, Sept 15 and 16

GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Port Commission (SPPP) has announced free ferry services for Malaysians on Aug 31 as well as Sept 15 and 16 in conjunction with National Day and Malaysia Day.

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Enforcement officer arrested over ‘counter setting’ operation

An enforcement officer has been detained at KL International Airport Terminal 1 for suspected involvement in a "counter setting" operation.

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Auditor-General's Report: PAC to call three ministries, Felcra for explanation

KUALA LUMPUR: The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) will summon the Rural and Regional Development Ministry and Felcra Berhad to provide clarification on the management of oil palm plantation procurement by Felcra Berhad after hearing the Auditor-General's briefing on the Auditor-General's Report 2/2025.