In pursuit of a better life: From historic migrations to modern escapes In the past, the Chinese migration to Southeast Asia, fondly referred as Nanyang, was driven by the need to flee war or earn a living. Today, a new wave of Chinese immigrants is arriving in Southeast Asia for entirely different reasons: some seek education, investment opportunities, or retirement, while others just want to escape the relentless pressure of "lying flat" or cutthroat competition at home. In modern time, ..

UMANY calls for MOHE probe as 4.0 student misses out on UM medical school PUTRAJAYA: A high-achieving student with a perfect Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.0 was allegedly treated with indifference by an interviewer during the interview for Universiti Malayas (UM) medical programme, ultimately failing to secure admission. The Universiti Malaya Association of New Youth (UMANY) submitted a memorandum to the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) on Monday, urging the authorities to look ..

31 Malaysians, Taiwanese arrested in Indonesias West Kalimantan over alleged scam JAKARTA**: **Police have arrested 31 Malaysian and Taiwanese nationals accused of running an international scam operation from a hotel in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, in the latest scam raid involving foreigners. Pontianak Immigration Office head Sam Fernando said the group had rented 14 rooms on the hotels third floor, which were being used both as accommodation and as a base for their alleged scamming activities. ..

Japan nationwide survey finds 24% trust information shared on social media TOKYO:Nearly one in four people trust information posted on social media, according to a nationwide public opinion poll jointly conducted by The Yomiuri Shimbun and Waseda Universitys Institute for Advanced Social Sciences. The survey asked people how much they trust information on political, social and other events obtained from social media platforms such as YouTube and X. A total of 24% of respondents said they trust ..

BN PN collaboration difficult to achieve in Perak, says Perak PKR chief Mohamd Hairul Amir Sabri IPOH: The Barisan Nasional (BN) and Perikatan Nasional (PN) alliance to challenge Pakatan Harapan (PH) directly in Perak is unlikely to materialise, says Perak Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) chairman Mohamad Hairul Amir Sabri. Out of 59 state seats, BN holds nine while PN holds 26. Under the "winner retains seat" principle, a BN-PN pact would only target 6 PH seats where Malay voters constitute about ..

Beyond the headlines: Asia News Network releases new e-book, Asias Hidden Heritage Treasures SINGAPORE: The Asia News Network (ANN), a premier alliance of 20 leading news titles across the continent, has released a comprehensive new e-book dedicated to celebrating the cultural heritage, modern innovation, and enduring spirit of Asia. Designed as a definitive peek into the soul of Asia, the publication deliberately moves past the geopolitical headlines that frequently dominate international news ..

Why Apples first foldable may be its most Korea-dependent iPhone yet SEOUL: Apple spent years waiting for foldable phones to become good enough for an iPhone. When it finally moved, however, it reportedly put the part that makes the phone fold in the hands of a single supplier: Samsung Display. That gives iPhone Duo, unveiled Wednesday at a starting price of $1,999 (RM8,130), an unusual supply-chain profile. Apple still sources major components from around the world. But the part most closely ..

Flying Doctor Service must go on to honour fallen heroes, says UNIMAS Assoc Prof KUCHING: The Flying Doctor Service (FDS) must be sustained, strengthened, and made safer to honour the medical and flight crew who tragically lost their lives in a recent helicopter crash in Sarawak's interior, says Associate Professor Dr Neilson Richard Seling. As a former FDS crew member, Dr Neilson from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), understands firsthand the ..

This Korean author was given six months to live. He spent it finding a home for his autistic son SEOUL : Jeon Gyeong-cheol, the author widely known as the Peter Pan Dad for documenting his search for a home where his disabled son could live after his death, died Saturday. He was 64 and had been fighting late-stage liver cancer. Jeong Yu-jin, head of the Developmental Disabilities Support Expert Forum, announced Jeons death on social media Sunday, saying the funeral would be held without a ..

ByReggie Aspiras / Philippine Daily Inquirer / ANN Filipino cooking priest Father Buddy Agualada blends faith, family and food at the table ByReggie Aspiras / Philippine Daily Inquirer / ANN MANILA**: **When Father Buddy Agualada goes to celebrate Mass, he sometimes brings more than what he needs for the altar. At the request of friends and parishioners, he also brings some of his homemade specialties: laing, Bicol Express, and ginataang santol Father Agualada is a Claretian priest, theologian, ..

"Schoolbag driver" goes the extra mile to protect students and preserve enrollment IPOH: At 6.40am every morning, Sor Kean Lee, the chairman of the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) at SJK (C) Wan Hwa 2 in Menglembu, takes his spot beside the security guard house at the school entrance. Taking the heavy schoolbags handed to him by students, he rides a motorised tricycle up the hill to deliver them to the main lobby about half a kilometer away, before returning to collect the next batch. Making ..

The making of a multi-racial lion dance troupe in Melaka The journey began in 2023 when a Chinese temple on Jalan Semabok invited Duyong state assemblyman Datuk Mohd Noor Helmy Abdul Halem to perform the eye-opening ritual for a new lion dance troupe. It was his first close-up experience with the traditional Chinese custom, sparking a deep fascination with the art form. Recalling the event, Mohd Noor Helmy admitted feeling both curious and excited. To show their appreciation, the temple gifted ..

From idle assets to schools: Seven cross-state trips deliver free furniture from Johor Bahru to Ayer Tawar, Perak SITIAWAN: In an era where charitable giving often means simply writing a check, a dedicated group of locals chose a far more demanding path: turning unused, high-quality commercial assets into direct relief for their community. Over nine months, the passion for their hometown drove a massive logistical effort, moving tonnes of furniture across 550 kilometers from Johor Bahru to Ayer ..

Self-claimed wealth gurus in Singapore who drove Lamborghinis now made bankrupt SINGAPORE** :**They each drove Lamborghinis, wore expensive watches and ran schemes where they promised investors high returns for money put into their property deals and other businesses. But just three years after self- styled wealth gurus Lim Jian Bin, 36, and Jason Fong Wai Hong, 46, separately told dozens of investors that they could earn them high dividends, the duo went silent. Now, more than 50 investors are ..

Late rescues renew hope for survivors in deadly Nepal floods For 10 days since the floods, her whereabouts remained a complete mystery. Her relatives had all but abandoned hope of her return. On the eighth day, they started performing her death rituals. The family fashioned an effigy out of_kush_grass to represent her body and began the solemn rituals. Chandika Shrestha, 64, a resident of Betrawati in Bidur Municipality-10, had gone missing alongside four members of her family on August 26, ..

Report by Centre for Malaysian Chinese Studies calls for standardisation of admissions to narrow academic disparities KUALA LUMPUR: A study on public university admissions by the Centre for Malaysian Chinese Studies (Huayan) reveals widespread student doubts on fairness and transparency in the current multi-track admission system, with growing concern over academic performance disparities between entry pathways. In its report titled "The dilemma and way out of public university admissions ..

Editor Kuiks Treat: Leaving it all behind for the ultimate escape, says Leesan A few home-cooked dishes and a cup of tea can open ones heart far easier than any broadcasting studio. Beyond typical celebrity interviews and corporate dialogues, Editor Kuiks Treat brings you warm, unscripted conversations over a dinner hosted by EcoWorld. Dato Kuik Cheng Kang, Editor-in-Chief of Media Chinese International (Malaysia) Group, invites friends from politics, business, culture, education, and various ..

ByDebarshi Dasgupta and Rohini Mohan / The Straits Times / ANN As dead bodies overwhelm Nepals Chitwan, relatives face a new protocol to find loved ones ByDebarshi Dasgupta and Rohini Mohan / The Straits Times / ANN BHARATPUR, NEPAL/BENGALURU : Biresh Kumar Sah was seated on a red carpeted floor. Like many other Gen Z youth, the 18-year-old wore a Japanese manga T-shirt and had his eyes glued to a screen. But what Sah was looking at is something no teenager should ever have to see. He was ..

KATHMANDU**:**The death toll from the devastating floods in the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers has risen to 903, while approximately 4,247 people remain unaccounted for, according to the latest figures released by the government. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) stated in its search, rescue, and relief update issued at 9am on Monday that 903 bodies, including human remains, have been recovered across several flood- affected districts. Chitwan has recorded ..

Football star Lim You sends Merdeka wishes in Bahasa Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR: National Under-17 womens football rising star Lim You has shown that Malaysia remains close to her heart, sending National Day greetings in Bahasa Malaysia from abroad. The 14-year-old phenom, who is currently residing in Washington, United States, posted a video on Instagram to mark the occasion. Opening with a warm morning greeting in Bahasa Malaysia, she extended brief congratulations to the nation and cheered on her ..

Gift of life: Wife donates late husband's organs to carry on his spirit of giving MELAKA: Organ donation is a completely foreign concept to Jessica Lam Wen Yunn. When doctors delivered the devastating news that her 45-year-old husband, Tan Choon Yen, was brain-dead with no chance of recovery, she was overwhelmed by grief. Yet, despite her unfamiliarity with the procedure, the property developer marketing officer consented to donate Tans organs so that others could have a second chance at life. ..

Family hopes for safe return of Malaysians missing in Nepal-Tibet border flood disaster BATU CAVES: Joanne Ngeow, the elder sister of missing man Jason Ngeow, hopes for his safe return from Nepal. Joanne, a retired teacher, 59, said she was shocked and anxious after discovering her brothers name on the list of missing persons following the Nepal-Tibet border flood disaster on Aug 26. With their elderly parents now aware of the situation, the family can only hold on to hope for his safe return. ..

The Nepal government has reversed its earlier decision to not seek help from international search-and-rescue teams in the Bhotekoshi flash flood-hit areas, following intense diplomatic pressure from countries whose nationals are among people still missing in the disaster. On Wednesday, the government said Nepali rescuers were capable of handling the search-and-rescue operations, and that it would not allow rescuers from other countries. The decision couldnt hold even a day, as the ..

Tour Agency issues urgent appeal, 24 Malaysians among 55 missing in Nepal mudslides KATHMANDU: Travel agency Leaf Holidays Treks & Expedition published photos and names of 55 missing tour members, including 24 Malaysians on its Facebook page, following catastrophic flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border. They were members of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra pilgrimage group and went missing at Rasuwaghadi-Kyirung after the devastating floods on Aug 26. The group comprises 24 ..

Nepal-Tibet floods: How to contribute under Nepals one-door policy for disaster relief? Thepolicy was introducedto eliminate potential financial irregularities and ensure that relief reaches affected communities without delay. Under this system,NepalsOffice of the Prime Minister has designated specific focal persons and locations to collect aid, which the government will then systematically distribute. **Q: Can donors contribute materials instead of cash and how can they do so?** Yes, ..

Nepal-Tibet floods: Nepal police warn of scams targeting flood relief donations The localpolice said scammers could exploit the disaster by using social media and other digital platforms to divert relief donations or obtain peoples personal and banking information. The authorities warned against requests to deposit money into personal bank accounts or e-wallets using the names of the Prime Ministers Disaster Relief Fund or Prime Ministers Relief Fund. Fraudsters could also circulate fake QR ..

Former Human Resources Minister Saravanan will be charged tomorrow KUALA LUMPUR: Former Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri M. Saravanan will be charged by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) at the sessions court tomorrow. The MIC deputy president who is Tapah member of parliament confirmed with Sin Chew Daily but declined to elaborate further. He was the Human Resources Minister from Mac 2020 to Nov 2022. Sources in MACC said earlier that a former minister will be charged in ..

Wisma Putra: 55 Malaysians unaccounted for following severe landslides and flood in Nepal near Tibetan border PUTRAJAYA: A total of 55 Malaysians are unaccounted for following severe mudslides and floods in Nepal near the Tibetan border on Wednesday. However, the Foreign Ministry does not rule out the possibility that the loss of contact with the Malaysians is due to the disruption of communication and power networks in the disaster area. In a statement, the ministry noted that local ..

Three former PMs in court complex for separate legal cases KUALA LUMPUR: Three former Prime Minister of Malaysia Datuk Seri Najib Razak, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin and Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob are present in court for trials and fresh charge today. Ismail, the 9th Prime Minister of Malaysia, was the first to arrive at 8.30am. Najib, escorted by prison officers, reached the court at 8.50am and the last to arrive was Muhyiddin at 9.50am. Ismail was in sessions court to face a charge of ..

Editor Kuiks Treat: Education is in Ter Leong Yaps DNA A few home-cooked dishes and a cup of tea can open ones heart far easier than any broadcasting studio. Beyond typical celebrity interviews and corporate dialogues,** Editor Kuiks Treat** brings you warm, unscripted conversations over a dinner hosted by EcoWorld. Dato' Kuik Cheng Kang, Editor-in-Chief of Media Chinese International (Malaysia) Group, invites friends from politics, business, culture, education, and various walks of life to ..

MEF: Sep 1 special holiday drives up costs and disrupts business operations KUALA LUMPUR: The Sep 1 special holiday to celebrate Selangors victory in the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) will not only increase wage costs for non-stop operational businesses but also disrupt original operational plans. President of the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) Datuk Dr Syed Hussain Syed Husman told Sin Chew Daily that continuous 24-hour operations in sectors such as manufacturing, process industries, ..

SMJK Ave Maria Convent introduces student election for top prefect roles IPOH : For the first time, students and teachers of SMJK Ave Maria Convent cast their votes to elect head prefect and deputy head prefect for 2026/2027 term. The entire process is like a real election from ID verification and finger- inking to cast ballots, offering students a practical lesson in democratic elections. The school converted its hall into a simulated polling station equipped with three checkpoints. Students ..

Malaysia and Brunei to raise cross-border haze issue at ASEAN JAKARTA: Malaysia and Brunei have agreed to raise the issue of transboundary haze pollution at the ASEAN level as thick smoke from forest and peatland fires in Indonesia drifts across the border to affect its neighbors. The agreement was reached over the weekend during Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahims working visit in Bandar Seri Begawan for an annual consultation with Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, where the two ..

Amir Hamzah promises mechanism to clear up mall utility tax confusions PUTRAJAYA: The government is looking into mechanisms to sort out 6% service tax being charged on water and electricity in shopping malls, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. We are studying the matter to determine whether the current framework requires adjustments or if operators misinterpret on its implementation. Sometimes, it is just a matter of explanation. We hope to provide clarification within the ..

Lim You scores again as Malaysia beat Jordan to claim third place KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysias U-16 womens team beat Jordan 4-0 in the third-place playoff of the Srikandi Merdeka Cup in Indonesia, with 14-year-old Lim You taking her tournament tally to eight goals with another strike from her golden left foot. Jordan defender Eman Muhannad accidentally headed the ball into her own net just two minutes into the match, handing Malaysia an early advantage and making the rest of the game easier for the ..

No new taxes in Budget 2027, hints Finance Minister II PUTRAJAYA: The upcoming 2027 Budget will not have new taxes, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. Everyone can look forward to some good measures, he hinted. There were no new taxes in Budget 2026 and likely the same for 2027, as existing measures achieved the government's desired outcome, he said this in an exclusive interview with Sin Chew Daily and Pocketimes, led by editor-in- chief of Sin Chew Daily Chan Aun Kuang. ..

New measures on e-invoice to be announced in one to two months, says Finance Minister II PUTRAJAYA: The government is expected to announce further adjustments on e-invoice in one to two months, as the e-invoice system has entered its fourth phase, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan. "The announcement might come before or on Budget Day. We are still actively evaluating the matter based on current developments," he said. The government is fine-tuning measures based on ..

GST-SST hybrid: Plan to expand 'bubble mechanism' to prevent double taxation, says Amir Hamzah PUTRAJAYA: Exploring the expansion of bubble mechanism to eliminate overlapping tax, the government is looking into combining the strength of Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Sales and Services Tax (SST) to address double taxation in SST supply chain. However, Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan stressed that the government will not rush into implementing the proposal. "We acknowledge ..

BEIJING**:**At a new robot noodle restaurant in Beijing, flour and water go into a machine and a steaming bowl of noodles arrives at the table just over three minutes later, with most of the work in between automated. The 400-square-meter restaurant in Fengtai district began trial operations on Friday and is expected to open more widely to the public later this month. Its operator bills it as Beijings first fully commercialised robot noodle restaurant. What sets the restaurant apart, the ..

Laos-China railway gets closer to regional link as Thailand advances high- speed rail expansion VIENTIANE:The Laos-China Railway is a step closer to being connected with Thailands railway system after the Thai government announced plans to open bidding in December for the second phase of the ThaiChinese high-speed railway, extending the line to Nong Khai on the Lao border. According to The Nation, the Thai government will invite bids for eight civil works contracts covering the 357.12-km second ..