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More M'sian varsities make it to QS World University Rankings: Sustainability list

 PETALING JAYA: More Malaysian universities have made their way into the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026.

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5,000 CCTV units by 2030 still not enough for Penang, says lawmaker

GEORGE TOWN: The state government's initiative to install 5,000 closed-circuit television (CCTV) units by 2030 to enhance public safety is highly welcome, says a state lawmaker.

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Penang lawmaker proposes working group with Bank Negara to set up state-owned bank

GEORGE TOWN: A Penang lawmaker has proposed a working group with Bank Negara Malaysia to realise the establishment of a state government-owned financial GLC, namely the Penang Development Bank.

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A world-class win for a homegrown brand

MALAYSIAN dairy brand, Farm Fresh Bhd was once again named Brand of the Year in Dairy Products category at the 2025-2026 World Branding Awards ceremony held at Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts recently.

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Thunderstorms in eight states until 5pm today

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a warning of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds in eight states until 5pm on Tuesday (Nov 18).

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BRDB and R.E.A.L Schools partner to strengthen education and community development in Johor Baru

JOHOR BARU: BRDB Developments Sdn Bhd (BRDB) and R.E.A.L Schools Johor Baru campus (RSJB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise a strategic partnership aimed at fostering community development and enhancing educational opportunities for families in Johor.

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WCT launches “Uniting Communities, Building the Nation” initiative

KAJANG: WCT Holdings Bhd, an investment holding company with businesses in engineering and construction, property development, as well as investment in and management of retail malls, hotels, and business aviation, has launched its latest corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, "Uniting Communities, Building the Nation" at Kg Sungai Kembong Hilir, here.

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Proposed anti-bullying law could be tabled in current Parliament session, says Nancy

KUALA LUMPUR: The Anti-Bullying Bill might be tabled in the current Parliament session, says Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri.

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Govt financing has helped 12,645 Indian entrepreneurs since 2024, says Ramanan

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 12,645 Indian entrepreneurs have benefitted from various financing programmes amounting to RM249.8mil under the Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Ministry from last year to October this year.

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Sabah polls: Two state ministerial posts likely if DAP wins all eight seats, says Phoong

SANDAKAN: Sabah DAP chairman Datuk Phoong Jin Zhe has suggested that the party could secure two ministerial positions in the next state government if it wins all eight seats it is contesting.

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Sabah polls: Pakatan halts campaigning in Silam despite staying on ballot

SANDAKAN: Pakatan Harapan will not resume any campaign activities for its N62 Silam candidate Abdul Halim Sidek, who has withdrawn from the race, even though his name must legally remain on the ballot paper.

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Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri pays last respects to Puan Sri Lim Su Kheng

KUCHING: Sarawak Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife Toh Puan Fauziah Mohd Sanusi paid their last respects to the late Puan Sri Lim Su Kheng at the family home here on Tuesday (Nov 18).

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Johor marine cops nab seven illegals near Forest City

ISKANDAR PUTERI: Seven undocumented foreigners were arrested after they were found hiding in the bushes along the coast near Forest City here.

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High river level hampers search for man swept away near Saloma Link, say cops

KUALA LUMPUR: Search and rescue (SAR) teams are facing challenging conditions in the search for a man swept away by a sudden surge in the Klang River near the Saloma Link here yesterday, as the water level has risen to nearly six metres following heavy downpour this morning.

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New giant pandas Chen Xing and Xiao Yue set for 10-year stay at Zoo Negara

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia is set to welcome a new pair of giant pandas, Chen Xing and Xiao Yue, for a 10 year stay at Zoo Negara, with their specially arranged flight scheduled to depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at 3.45pm.

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Budi95 implementation running smoothly, Parliament told

KUALA LUMPUR: There have been no reports of long queues at petrol stations since the targeted subsidy rationalisation programme, Budi95, began in stages in September, the Dewan Rakyat heard on Tuesday (Nov 18).

Sabah & Sarawak

Sibu nurse loses over RM150K in phone scam

SIBU: A nurse in her 30s has lost RM154,800 after falling victim to a phone scam.

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Adolescents make up 4.2% of new HIV cases last year, says Dzulkefly

KUALA LUMPUR: Of the 3,185 new HIV cases recorded last year, 4.2% or 135 cases were detected among adolescents aged between 10 and 19, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad

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LHDN uncovers tax non-compliance linked to luxury vehicle cartel

PUTRAJAYA: The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has uncovered tax non-compliance by a company suspected of being involved in a luxury vehicle cartel network, including failure to declare actual income from sales transactions amounting to approximately RM70mil.

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School security guard claims trial to sexually assaulting student

MELAKA: A 59-year-old school security guard has claimed trial at the Sessions Court in Ayer Keroh here to a charge of physical sexual assault on a male student.