SHAH ALAM The Election Commission (EC) will hold a special meeting tomorrow morning to decide the dates for nomination and polling for the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state elections, with a press conference expected to follow immediately afterwards.The meeting, confirmed via a note to editors issued by the EC, is scheduled for 10am.Political insiders told Sinar Daily that the EC is expected to announce July 11 as the polling date for both states.It is not immediately known when nomination day ..

SHAH ALAM - Bersatu has been urged to either leave or be removed from the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition immediately.In a joint statement, 13 Bersatu MPs currently facing disciplinary action from the party said that all political appointments and state executive council (exco) positions held by Bersatu members in the affected states should also be reshuffled."Bersatu no longer has any value within PN. In terms of parliamentary representation, Bersatu is now down to just six MPs."If Bersatu ..

SHAH ALAM A woman went through a terrifying experience when she was molested by an unknown man while walking home from her workplace in Setia Alam last Tuesday.Shah Alam district police chief Assistant Commissioner Sarudin Samah said police received a report from the victim, who is in her early 20s, at 9.06pm.He said that the incident occurred at about 7.10pm when the victim was walking alone through a quiet lane in the residential area.The victim was suddenly attacked from behind by an unknown ..

SHAH ALAM - Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's Reset movement has emerged as one of the most significant political developments within the opposition bloc this year.The initiative has raised questions about the future of Bersatu, the balance of power within Perikatan Nasional (PN) and whether a new political vehicle could eventually take shape around Hamzah and his allies.What is Reset?At its core, Reset is a political movement launched by Hamzah shortly after he was expelled from Bersatu on Feb 13, ..

PARIT BUNTAR - The Fisheries Development Authority of Malaysia (LKIM) will take appropriate action against any party following allegations of foreign national involvement, particularly the Rohingya ethnic group, in fish unloading activities at the LKIM Complex in Pulau Kambing, Kuala Terengganu, recently.LKIM chairman Muhammad Faiz Fadzil said a detailed investigation would be carried out to ascertain the facts surrounding the claims, which have gone viral on social media."The Kuala Terengganu ..

KUALA LUMPUR - The ongoing West Asia conflict is putting pressure on the global aviation industry as airlines face rising jet fuel prices, flight rerouting and higher operating costs, said an analyst.Endau Analytics founder Shukor Yusof said airlines have managed to cope with the situation so far. Still, the prolonged uncertainty is beginning to affect business operations, especially for carriers with weaker financial positions."The situation right now is still in the clouds, but the aviation ..

ISKANDAR PUTERI - Tanjung Pelepas Port (PTP), one of the worlds fastest- growing container terminals, is accelerating its transition towards net zero emissions by 2050.The ports long-term decarbonisation roadmap is being driven by initiatives such as electrification, the adoption of renewable energy and the development of emerging green fuel infrastructure.These efforts are also supported by broader sustainability collaboration with international partners, including engagement through ..

BUTTERWORTH - Australian aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) company TAE Aerospace is expanding its presence in Malaysia by positioning the country as a regional aerospace training and maintenance hub.The move forms part of the companys broader regional expansion strategy and is expected to create new opportunities for Malaysian aerospace workers, particularly retiring Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) personnel seeking to continue their careers in the aviation industry after ..

JERTIH - A Health Ministry ambulance carrying two patients from an earlier motorcycle crash was involved in a triple-vehicle collision in Kampung Cherang Meliling, off Jalan Jertih - Pasir Akar, yesterday evening.District police chief Supt Mohd Rozaime Ab Rahman said the accident occurred at 5pm as the ambulance was en route to Besut Hospital.The two male patients, one seriously injured, the other with minor wounds, had been picked up from a previous accident in Kampung Chegar ..

KUALA LUMPUR - Resilient domestic demand and still-contained underlying inflation should allow Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to keep the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).In a research note, it said headline inflation had remained benign, though sustained disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz continued to pose upside risks via higher imported fuel, fertiliser and logistics costs."Policy stability (should) remain the ..

KOTA BHARU I could hear people who were searching for us, but I couldnt see them.That was among the unforgettable experiences of 22-year-old Miksudiar Aluj when she got lost for 47 days in the Bertam forest near Pos Tohoi, Gua Musang in 2015.Recounting the dark episode that happened 11 years ago, Miksudiar said she and her friend, Norieen Yaakob, could hear voices of people searching for them, but they were unable to see any sign of them.She said throughout the entire period of their ..

SHAH ALAM A brides search for a missing necklace gifted by her mother has taken a dramatic turn after she alleged that a video footage from her wedding preparations revealed suspicious actions by an individual present in the room where she was getting ready for the ceremony.The bride, known as Anis, said she had spent nearly four months blaming herself for losing the jewellery, believing it had been misplaced during the hectic preparations on her wedding day.However, the situation changed after ..

PUTRAJAYA - The Attorney-Generals Chambers (AGC) has classified a police investigation into alleged criminal intimidation involving former Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief Tan Sri Azam Baki as "no further action (NFA).In a statement today, the AGC said the decision was made after reviewing the findings of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) investigation into a report lodged by businessman Albert Tei, whose real name is Tei Jiann Cheing.The statement said the investigation found ..

SHAH ALAM A family holiday at a popular water theme park in Penang turned into a medical emergency after a man suffered a severe leg fracture that required surgery following an incident involving an attraction known as the worlds largest tipping bucket.The claim was made by Threads user @urm0th3rrr, who claimed her uncle sustained serious injuries during a visit to the water theme park on May 28.According to the social media post which went viral, the victim was struck by the force of water ..

GEORGETOWN - Collaboration between Malaysia and Australia in the healthcare sector is creating new opportunities to improve access to advanced cancer treatment through modern diagnostic tools and precision medicine.It is also strengthening Malaysias position as a regional medical hub.Asean Icon group chief executive officer Serena Wee said access to cancer treatment goes beyond cost considerations, involving accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment options and timely access to necessary ..

KUALA LUMPUR - The High Court here today ordered Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor to pay RM67.5 million to Lebanon-based jeweller Global Royalty Trading SAL over the loss of 43 pieces of jewellery, within one month from today.Judge Datuk Quay Chew Soon made the order after allowing a suit filed by Global Royalty against Rosmah.The judge also ordered the wife of former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to pay costs of RM75,000 each to Global Royalty and the third parties, namely the ..

KOTA BHARU - The grandson of the late former Kelantan menteri besar Tan Sri Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, Nik Alif Aiman Abdul Ariffahmi and Senator Datuk Azhar Ahmad have chosen to settle their dispute amicably on Tuesday.The controversy ended peacefully after both parties exchanged apologies and reached a mutual resolution at a meeting held at a hotel here.In a joint statement issued on Tuesday, both men apologised to each other over the misunderstanding that arose from an alleged incident at an ..

KUALA LUMPUR - A man who recorded a video of himself hurling vulgarities at a police officer over a traffic summons was arrested on Tuesday.Sentul district police chief Assistant Commissioner Basri Sagoni said the incident occurred at around 8.24am on Monday while officers were conducting a patrol and traffic enforcement operation."The officer issued a summons to a Proton Preve for a traffic offence."During the enforcement action, the vehicle's owner, a local man, approached the officer while ..

KUALA LUMPUR - The government and relevant authorities have been urged to study the need to make dashcam installation mandatoryor at least strongly encourage it, for private vehicles.Lawyer M. Partiben said the approach was worth considering, drawing a parallel with the introduction of child restraint seat (CRS) requirements as a road safety measure.He said dashcam usage had become increasingly significant in aiding investigations and legal proceedings."Footage now plays a major role as a ..

SUNGAI PETANI - Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) has begun a comprehensive review of this year's haj operations to further improve its management and services for next year's pilgrimage.Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan said the exercise was being carried out despite Malaysia's haj management having previously been recognised as among the best in the world."Although the return flights for Malaysian haj pilgrims will only conclude on June 30, we have ..

PUTRAJAYA- The Executive Committee Meeting on the National Food Security Policy No. 1 of 2026, convened today, highlighted the need to introduce the National Food Security Act to strengthen Malaysias readiness in addressing food supply issues.Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said this was in view of the El Nio phenomenon and climate change, which increase the risk of prolonged drought that may disrupt local food production."Given the challenges posed by the crisis, ..

TAPAH - After nearly two weeks lost in the Gunung Batu Putih area and three days in hospital, hiker Jaslinda Saludin says she is looking forward to returning home to rest, while promising to address speculation surrounding her disappearance at a later date.The 49-year-old was discharged from Tapah Hospital today following her rescue last Saturday.Seen leaving the hospital at about 1.50 pm with a walking stick and her left foot bandaged, Jaslinda said her immediate priority was to recover."After ..

KUALA LUMPUR Karangkraf Sdn Bhd and Media Prima Berhad Group have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation through a range of collaborative initiatives aimed at ensuring the Malaysian media industry remains relevant, sustainable and competitive amid evolving challenges.Karangkraf chairman Firdaus Hussamuddin said despite often being perceived as competitors in the media and newspaper publishing sector, both organisations have maintained a long-standing working ..

KUALA LUMPUR Fans' excitement to secure tickets for the BTS World Tour concert has been exploited by scam syndicates offering fake tickets on social media, with 41 cases involving losses of nearly RM96,000 recorded so far.Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) Director, Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa, stated that monitoring revealed syndicates are using social media platforms to offer tickets, particularly for the VIP, Soundcheck, and Priority Access categories, for the concert ..

KAJANG A flat in Kampung Kenangan, Sungai Makau, Hulu Langat, alleged to have been illegally built by foreigners, is actually occupied by two local families consisting of the owner and a tenant.Kajang District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof, stated that the police detected a 47-second viral video circulating on Facebook regarding the flat on Tuesday."The building is occupied by two families, who are local citizens consisting of the owner and a tenant," he said in a ..

KUALA LUMPUR: Former Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki is suing businessman Albert Tei Jiann Cheing for defamation over statements about him in a podcast, YouTube Shorts and related online platforms.According to a statement issued by Messrs Zain Megat & Murad, who represented Azam as the plaintiff, the writ of summons and statement of claim were filed at the Shah Alam High Court yesterday (June 8).Azam was seeking damages and a permanent injunctive ..

CAMERON HIGHLANDS - Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Riayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah today officially opened the first Pahang Islamic Religious Primary School (SRAIN) at its temporary premises in Golden Hill, Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands.His Royal Highness arrived at the school at 10.20am and was received by Pahang Islamic Religious Department (JAIP) director Datuk Ahmad Khirrizal Ab Rahman.Also present was the State Islamic Religious Affairs, Rural Development and Orang Asli Affairs ..

KOTA BHARU - The growing presence of the Rohingya community in several settlements across the state has unsettled local residents, who claim the group has been involved in a range of social issues including poor sanitation, unlicensed vehicle use, land encroachment and public disturbance.A Sinar Harian survey at several locations identified as Rohingya settlement hotspots found that most locals do not object to their presence on humanitarian grounds, but are calling on authorities to take ..

KUALA LUMPUR - For months, 22-year-old Ain saved every spare ringgit from her part-time job for one specific moment: December, when Korean superband BTS is set to take the stage in Malaysia.But last week, her dream evaporated in seconds. It was replaced by the cold reality of an empty bank account and a blocked chat window on WhatsApp.Ain, who does not want to reveal her full name, is just one of hundreds of Malaysian fans caught in the crosshairs of a ruthless, unregulated secondary market ..

SHAH ALAM - Angkatan Belia Islam Malaysia (Abim) has clarified that its defence of refugee communities, including the Rohingya, is not blind support but is grounded in principles of humanity, justice, rule of law and social harmony.Its president Ahmad Fahmi Mohd Samsudin said Abimdoes not deny that problems may exist within refugee communities, but stressed that any wrongdoing must be addressed through proper legal channels rather than through blanket generalisations."We defend them on the ..

KOTA BHARU - A family's decade-long effort to build financial security was wiped out in a matter of moments when RM20,000 in cash savings was destroyed in a fire that razed their home in Kampung Gok Kapur yesterday.The blaze not only left the family homeless but also erased years of savings painstakingly accumulated as a safeguard for their future, forcing them to begin rebuilding their lives from scratch.A lorry driver with a canopy installation company, Mohd Khairul Azwan Annuar, 34, said he ..

SHAH ALAM The growing Rohingya population in Malaysia is increasingly being viewed as a long-term national challenge, with the presence of second and third generation refugees highlighting how the issue has evolved beyond a temporary humanitarian concern.As of February this year, 126,144 Rohingya refugees were registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Malaysia, a significant increase from an estimated 10,000 three decades ago.Some observers believed the actual ..

KUANTAN The settlement pattern of foreign nationals, particularly the Rohingya ethnic group in this district, is seen to be changing as they begin renting housing areas and low-cost apartments on the outskirts of the city.Previously, some of this group resided in open settlement areas or remote locations.However, they are now seen to be more inclined to rent formal residential properties such as terraced houses and low-cost apartment units.A survey by Sinar found that residential areas in Medan ..

KUALA NERUS - A total of 757,869 baby turtles were successfully hatched and released into the sea in Terengganu last year, underscoring the effectiveness of ongoing marine conservation efforts to protect endangered turtle species and preserve the country's marine biodiversity.Fisheries Director-General Datuk Adnan Hussain said the achievement was recorded under the Terengganu Turtle Management and Conservation Programme, which also documented 13,180 Green Sea Turtle nests and the successful ..

SIBU - An elderly man risked his life to save his eight grandchildren and a son after their family home was destroyed in a fire at Kampung Jeriah Abang Ramli, Jalan Oya Lama here on Sunday morning.Recalling the incident, Umar Sidee, 66, said he and his wife were tending to an orchard about six metres from their two-storey semi-permanent house, which was home to 19 family members from three households.His eight grandchildren, aged between four and 14, were watching television on the ground ..

JOHOR BAHRU - Police have arrested the mother of a girl who died and her brother who was seriously injured after the children are believed to have fallen from the 12th floor of an apartment in Tampoi on Sunday.Johor police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said based on information, a police team from the Criminal Investigation Division of the Johor Bahru North district police headquarters arrested the 37-year-old foreign woman in the Tampoi area at noon on the same day."A check found that the ..

JOHOR BAHRU A baby boy was found abandoned inside a surau (prayer hall) in the Taman Daya area here on Sunday afternoon.Johor Bahru South District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Raub Selamat, stated that a report regarding the discovery of the baby was received at 2:40 PM from a 58-year-old local man who works as a driver.According to him, the witness found the infant when he arrived at the surau to perform prayers at around 12:00 PM. He then contacted the Setia Indah Police Station and ..

SHAH ALAM - A family outing turned into a devastating tragedy on Sunday when a Proton X50 carrying seven members of the same family collided head-on with a 10-tonne lorry in Kedah, killing six of them instantly. Only a three-year-old girl survived.What happenedThe crash occurred along Kampung Baru Pinang Tunggal near Sungai Petani, Kedah, on the afternoon of June 7.Tikam Batu Fire and Rescue Station chief Asst Fire Supt Fauzi Shuaib said authorities received a call about the crash at 3.46pm and ..

KUALA LUMPUR - The ongoing global supply and energy crisis should not be viewed solely as an oil price issue, but as a broader physical disruption that could gradually affect households through rising costs of living, according to Tan Sri Mohd Hassan Marican.The chairman of the Crisis Management Task Force of the National Economic Action Council said the impact would likely be felt in stages, beginning with fuel and logistics costs before spreading to petrochemical feedstocks, plastics, ..

SUNGAI PETANI - The Magistrates Court here today rejected a remand application by police against the lorry driver involved in a crash that claimed six lives in Kampung Baru Pinang Tunggal yesterday.Magistrate Mohamad Azlan Basri allowed the 49-year-old man to be released today following his arrest immediately after the incident.Kedah police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah said yesterday that the man was being detained for investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.He also said ..