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Nearly half of PTPTN borrowers yet to make repayments receive STR cash aid, says Zambry
KUALA LUMPUR: Nealry half of National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) borrowers who have yet to make repayments are recipients of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) cash aid, says Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir.
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Malaysia commends Laos for successful Asean 2024 chairmanship
KUALA LUMPUR: Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin has extended Malaysia's congratulations and appreciation to the government of Laos for successfully chairing Asean this year.
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On the road to safer rides
KUALA LUMPUR: A comprehensive set of guidelines for electrical wiring in buses will be developed within six months, says the Transport Minister.
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We’ll comply but give us more details, say operators
PETALING JAYA: Some 2,000 buses affiliated with the Pan Malaysian Bus Operators Association (PMBOA) are prepared to comply with the Transport Ministry’s new wiring regulations.
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New MyKad gets security boost
KUALA LUMPUR: An upgraded version of the MyKad incorporating advanced security features to counter identity fraud, prevent data leaks and improve functionality will be issued soon.
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Father of five to get public caning
KUALA TERENGGANU: A construction worker will become the first person in Terengganu to be whipped in public for committing khalwat for the third time.
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MCA to host World Association Presidents’ Conference
KUALA LUMPUR: The public will get a glimpse of the development process of policies, strategies and trends in the coming fifth World Association Presidents’ Conference (WAPC).
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Poca set for amendments
THE Home Ministry is planning to table amendments to the Prevention of Crime Act (Poca) in next year’s Parliament session, says Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah.
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Cops pursue elusive Hilux over 180km
MUAR: Police are searching for a dark-coloured Toyota Hilux pickup truck after the vehicle led them over a 180km chase, crossing state lines into Kuala Lumpur.
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Court acquits the late Daim Zainuddin
KUALA LUMPUR: The late Tun Daim Zainuddin, who passed away a week ago, has been acquitted by the Sessions Court.Judge Azura Alwi made the order of acquittal under Section 254(3) of the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC), as applied by the prosecution.
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Stop sharenting to protect children’s online privacy, says minister
KUALA LUMPUR: The habit of “sharenting’ or the sharing of photos and videos by parents or guardians of their children on social media should be discouraged, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.
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USM AWARDS DOCTORATE TO PENANG YANG DI-PERTUA NEGERI
GELUGOR: Penang’s eighth Yang di-Pertua Negri Tun Ahmad Fuzi Abdul Razak, was awarded an honorary doctorate in International Relations by Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) during its 62nd Convocation Ceremony today.
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No nails, bolts keep this temple standing tall
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Employing the Dougong architectural system, artisans from China craft intricate wooden structure carvings at a temple, all without the use of nails or bolts.
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Streamlined preschool syllabus nationwide in motion
PLANS are underway to streamline the syllabus and curriculum across all preschools and kindergartens nationwide, including those operated by the private sector and other public agencies, the Dewan Rakyat was informed.
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From office desk to market stall
GEORGE TOWN: While many choose to remain in comfortable office positions, others have discovered the fulfilment that comes from managing their family business.
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‘Cancer detection using AI at hospitals possible’
THE Health Ministry is open to exploring the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for disease detection, especially cancer, in public hospitals, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.
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Louisa Mak’s baby bump steals the spotlight at event
HONG KONG actress Louisa Mak announced her pregnancy on social media with photos of a visibly rounded baby bump, Oriental Daily reported.
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This e-hailing driver charges extra for using air-con
AN e-hailing driver’s decision to charge an additional fee of RM20 to RM30 for using the air-conditioner in his vehicle triggered an uproar among netizens, Harian Metro reported.
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Wildlife warnings during monsoon
JOHOR BARU: With heavier rainfall expected in the coming days, the Johor Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) is reminding people to be wary of wild animals that they might encounter.
