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Health Ministry sets up independent committee to look into alleged .. - 28/03 2:21 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry will set up an independent investigation committee to look into the case of two patients who allegedly died due to ventilator failure. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Carlsberg, Heineken beer prices set to increase by 5 per cent - 28/03 2:20 pm

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PNB declares income distribution of 5.25 sen for ASB 2 and 4.75 sen for ASM - 28/03 2:12 pm

KUALA LUMPUR:Permodalan Nasional Bhds (PNB) wholly owned unit trust management company Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB) has declared an income distribution of 5.25 sen per unit for Amanah Saham Bumiputera 2 (ASB 2) for the financial year ending March 31, 2024. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Kayu Madang landfill fire: Residents concerned over polluted air - 28/03 2:05 pm

KOTA KINABALU: Residents, including parents and students, in the vicinity of the Kayu Madang landfill fire area here, are concerned as the polluted air caused by the fire at the landfill, which has now entered the fifth day, is affecting their health. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





MIC wants man's citizenship stripped for insulting Selangor ruler, police - 28/03 2:03 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: MIC wants the government to strip the citizenship of a man, N. Ganesparan, for insulting Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah and the police. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Brawl breaks out between two families over Ramadan bazaar site - 28/03 1:52 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: A brawl between two families broke out following a misunderstanding over a Ramadan bazaar site. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Implementation of High-Value Goods Tax delayed - 28/03 1:21 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The implementation of the High-Value Goods Tax (HVGT) has been delayed due to the Finance Ministrys postponement in presenting the bill to Parliament. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





'Palestinians denied right of homeland' - India EAM Dr S. Jaishankar - 28/03 1:08 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: India's External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar has unequivocally acknowledged that the Palestinians have been denied the right to their homeland amid the protracted Israel-Hamas conflict. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Exploring new raw material sources for timber industry - 28/03 5:00 am

The impact of raw material shortage presents a significant obstacle for the countrys timber industry, particularly the downstream sector and its ability to tap into new markets. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Isham Jalil criticizes Anwar's response to HeiTech Padu shares purchase .. - 28/03 1:07 am

KUALA LUMPUR: Former Umno supreme council member Isham Jalil has taken a swipe at Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahims statement regarding the alleged potential breaches in the law on the purchase of shares in HeiTech Padu Bhd. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd



Missing elderly hiker found dead near Persiaran Shorea - 27/03 11:30 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: An elderly man was found dead after getting lost while hiking on a hill near Persiaran Shorea in Section U16 Shah Alam. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





ESSCOM proposes rebranding to restore Sabah's east coast image - 27/03 10:46 pm

KINABATANGAN: The Eastern Sabah Security Command (ESSCOM) has proposed rebranding the Eastern Sabah Security Zone (ESS ZONE) as a prosperous region to instill greater confidence that the eastern coast of Sabah is safe for everyone. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Sultan Nazrin presents over RM11mil in Hari Raya assistance - 27/03 10:08 pm

IPOH: The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah presented the Perak Islamic Religious and Malay Customs Council (MAIPk) Hari Raya Aidilfitri assistance in conjunction with the state-level Nurul al-Quran celebration at Masjid Sultan Azlan Shah here today. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Couple masterminding illegal streaming activities nabbed - 27/03 10:03 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: A couple was arrested in a crackdown on illegal streaming activities in raids at three locations around Selangor and Kuala Lumpur on March 14. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Dewan Rakyat adjourns sine die, 14 bills passed - 27/03 9:41 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The First Meeting of the Third Session of the 15th Parliament has been adjourned sine die after taking place for 19 days and seeing 14 bills passed. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Anwar to refer allegations on HeiTech Padu shares purchase to Treasury - 27/03 9:07 pm

KAJANG: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will refer to the Treasury Department over the allegations made by Isham Jalil on the alleged potential breaches in the law on the purchase of an estimated RM40 million worth of shares in HeiTech Padu Bhd. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Today's news in pictures - Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 27/03 9:03 pm

MISSED what happened today? Here's a glimpse at what happened throughout the country in photographs. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Dirty practice behind 'dirty rag murtabak', says Health Ministry - 27/03 3:29 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry attributed the sale of a contaminated murtabak, which went viral for having a dirty rag inside, to improper use of protective attire as well as failure to segregate raw and cooked food. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Demand for Thai rice slows down after reduction of imported white rice .. - 27/03 3:29 pm

TUMPAT: The governments decision to reduce the price of imported white rice has dealt a blow to Thai rice sellers operating in the Takbai market. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Sungai Pahang in Chenor dries up due to extreme hot weather - 27/03 3:27 pm

MARAN: The once rapidly flowing Sungai Pahang in Kampung Pesagi, Chenor near here has been reduced to a mere parched riverbed with sand dominating the landscape. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Court rejects Jamal Yunos' appeal, orders payment of RM300,000 to Teresa .. - 27/03 3:25 pm

PUTRAJAYA: Sungai Besar Umno division chief Datuk Seri Jamal Md Yunos has lost his appeal to set aside the court order requiring him to pay RM300,000 to former minister Teresa Kok for defamation. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Man with 22 investigation papers continues to stir up 3R issues - 27/03 3:24 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: A man who hasmore than 20 investigation papers opened over him has once again stirred up controversy with his video containing crude content that touches on 3R (race, religion, and royalty) issues. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Cybersecurity Bill tabled for second reading in Dewan Rakyat - 27/03 3:19 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Cybersecurity Bill, aimed to safeguard national critical information infrastructure, has been tabled for the second reading in Dewan Rakyat, today. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





New National Book Policy to be launched next year - 27/03 3:04 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Education Ministry is reviewing the National Book Policy (NBP) so that an improved policy could be launched next year. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Sabah govt allocates RM7.5 million to help 12 districts affected by drought - 27/03 3:04 pm

KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has ordered water supplies to be distributed to 58,080 heads of household (KIR), including in 355 villages in 12 districts state-wide affected by the prolonged drought. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Sarawak approves two road upgrade projects in Ulu Layar - 27/03 3:03 pm

BETONG: The Sarawak government has sanctioned two road alignment upgrade projects in Ulu Layar, totalling RM45 million, the Sarawak Public Communications Unit reported. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Law enforcement agency director latest to be remanded in RM1 million false .. - 27/03 3:00 pm

ALOR STAR: A director of a law enforcement agency, arrested for suspected involvement in a RM1.18 million false claim case for maintenance work on a vessel, has been remanded for a day. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Man accused of drug trafficking six years ago sentenced to life .. - 27/03 12:28 am

MELAKA: A man accused of drug trafficking six years ago surprised the Ayer Keroh High Court today when he asked the judge to hand down the death penalty to him. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Elderly man arrested for allegedly issuing death threat against Umno Youth .. - 27/03 12:13 am

MELAKA: An elderly man was arrested for allegedly issuing a death threat against Umno Youth chief, Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh earlier today. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





KJ expands portfolio, adds fashion brand ambassador to resume - 26/03 10:51 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: Former Umno Youth Chief turned HotFM radio announcer, Khairy Jamaluddin has added another feather in his cap by becoming an ambassador of a local Baju Melayu brand. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd



KJ tells Akmal to stand down oversocks issue - 26/03 10:00 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: Khairy Jamaluddin has called for Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to stand down overthe socks issue involving the KK Mart convenience store. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





KJ tells Akmal to stand down oversocks issue - 26/03 10:00 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: Khairy Jamaluddin has called for Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh to stand down overthe socks issue involving the KK Mart convenience store. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Kelantan govt to meet Loke next month to discuss Thai tour bus restrictions - 26/03 9:48 pm

KOTA BARU: A meeting between the Kelantan government and Transport Minister Anthony Loke on regulations concerning Thai tour buses, will be held next month. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Neelofa found safe after missing for 10 hours - 26/03 9:08 pm

KUCHING: A standard five student who was reported missing while waiting for breakfast at the Engkudu School in Saratok, this morning has been found safe and sound. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Special EC meeting to discuss Kuala Kubu Baru state by-election on April 4 - 26/03 9:00 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Election Commission (EC) will hold a special meeting on April 4 for the Kuala Kubu Baru by-election in Selangor. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





#NSTviral: A 'beggar' behind the wheels of an imported car? - 26/03 8:24 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: A woman alleged of begging alms was seen driving an imported car in a video that lasted just over two minutes and circulated on social media. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Learn the difference between 'bullies' and 'defenders', Akmal tells critic - 26/03 2:02 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has hit back at an academic who criticised him for being a bully over his stand on the Allah socks issue. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Foreign workers not a long-term solution, says minister - 26/03 1:41 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The employment of foreign workers should not be seen as a long-term solution for local companies, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Transport Ministry announces licensing guidelines for commercial and .. - 26/03 1:40 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry has prepared licensing guidelines for periodic inspections of commercial and private vehiclesfollowing the end of Puspakoms monopoly on the service. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd





Rafizi: Non-Bumis not used to receiving govt aid main reason for low Padu .. - 26/03 1:38 pm

KUALA LUMPUR: The Economy Ministry has denied claims that the low registration rate among non-Bumiputeras for the Central Database Hub (Padu) was due to a trust deficit towards the government. New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd




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PH must safeguard its voter base to land second term .. - FMT
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Padu shouldn???t gather excessive information .. - Malaymail
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Joe Lieberman, U.S. Senator and Vice Presidential .. - Nytimes
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Take-Two Buys Gearbox From Embracer, Confirms .. - IGN
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The US Lawsuit Against Apple Raises Questions About .. - Cnet
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Smashing Security podcast #365: Hacking hotels, .. - Grahamcluley
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Mark Zuckerberg Reaches Out To Google DeepMind .. - Ndtv
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Chinese EV makers challenging market leaders at auto .. - Economictimes
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