BANGI : Police have opened an investigation after two young boys, aged three and six, were discovered unsupervised by the roadside near Bandar Bukit Mahkota earlier today. Concerned passersby brought the brothers to a nearby police station, prompting authorities to act swiftly. Kajang district police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof confirmed the incident, stating that the boys were in good health. Preliminary investigations found that the brothers had left their nannys house while she was asleep ..

KUALA LUMPUR: A coalition of youth groups, including PKR Youth, submitted a memorandum to the US Embassy opposing Nick Adams nomination as the next US ambassador to Malaysia. The group urged the withdrawal of his candidacy, calling for a more moderate and professional diplomat. PKR Youth deputy chief Izuan Kassim confirmed that three representatives entered the embassy to deliver the document, which will be forwarded to US authorities for review. The coalition argues that an ambassador should ..

PETALING JAYA : The appointment of Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh as Malaysias new chief justice has drawn positive reactions from members of the legal community, that expressed hope his leadership would reinforce judicial independence, uphold constitutional values and enhance public confidence in the justice system. Constitutional expert Datuk Wan Ahmad Fauzi Wan Husain described the newly appointed chief justice as coming from a respected and well-established family in Terengganu. His ..

PETALING JAYA: Religious extremism is quietly seeping into university spaces through digital narratives aimed at influencing impressionable minds, according to Universiti Islam Selangor Faculty of Islamic Civilisation Studies associate professor Dr Mariam Abd Majid. Young people are in a phase of searching for identity and meaning. Extremist groups know this and exploit it by wrapping their messages in what looks like intellectual or religious reform, she told theSun . She said social media ..

SLIM RIVER : In a bid to make early spiritual education more engaging for children, Malaysian lifestyle brand The Bayan Collection has launched what it describes as the worlds first Colour Your Own Sejadah an interactive prayer mat that children can colour while learning about sacred Islamic landmarks. Unveiled at a vibrant launch event at Baitul Al-Hilmi in Slim River, Perak, the initiative forms part of the brands broader 100,000 Sujuds Initiative, a global campaign aimed at inspiring ..

KULAI : The Johor government is formulating mitigation measures to address rising food, transportation and housing costs, particularly in Johor Bahru. State Investment, Trade, Consumer Affairs and Human Resources Committee chairman Lee Ting Han said a discussion on the matter was held today with the relevant state executive councillors. The meeting also touched on efforts to improve public transportation services and expand the Muafakat Johor bus network, while seeking ways to ease the peoples ..

PUTRAJAYA : The Supplementary Electoral Roll for June 2025 (DPT BLN6/2025) has been officially gazetted and is now available for public review for 30 days until Aug 16. The roll includes 40,510 new voters aged 18 and above, automatically registered between June 1 and 30, along with 9,836 voters who switched constituencies and 3,791 who changed their voting status. Election Commission (EC) secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus confirmed the details in a statement, urging eligible citizens to ..

MELAKA : The Melaka Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) is closely monitoring five essential household items under Op Kesan 4.0 to prevent price manipulation. The operation, launched today, focuses on condensed milk, chocolate malt drinks, wheat flour, sardines, and white bread. Melaka KPDN director Dr Mohd Hazimin Jamaludin stated, This focus is also part of the monitoring measures following the implementation of the Sales Tax rate review and the expanded scope of the Service ..

SHAH ALAM : Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has no plans to take disciplinary action against Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) Members of Parliament who hold differing views on certain issues, according to PKR Communications Director Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Speaking after a closed-door meeting with PKR Selangor leaders, Fahmi stated that Anwar, who is also PKR President, encouraged party members to respect diverse opinions and work together to strengthen the party. The Prime Minister has clearly ..

KOTA BHARU : The Housing and Local Government Ministry (KPKT) has allocated RM146.22 million for 24 infrastructure and repair projects across Kelantan this year. Minister Nga Kor Ming announced the funding under the Fifth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan (2025), to be executed by eight agencies under the ministry. Key projects include the construction of 855 Rumah Mesra Rakyat units worth RM69.37 million in 14 parliamentary constituencies. Nga said, The Local Government Department has ..

SUNGAI PETANI : The next Dewan Rakyat session, starting Monday and running until August 28, is expected to be dominated by discussions on the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul anticipates extended debates, possibly stretching late into the night. Johari revealed that his office has received numerous motions from MPs, signalling a packed agenda. He urged the public to actively engage with their representatives while Parliament is in session. Tag your MPs on social media to ..

KOTA BHARU : The historic Siti Khadijah Market is undergoing a significant transformation, positioning itself as a must-visit tourist destination by 2026. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming confirmed the RM7 million upgrade will include modern amenities and improved infrastructure to benefit both visitors and traders. The project, funded by a RM5.5 million allocation from the Prime Ministers office and an additional RM1.5 million from the ministry, focuses on refurbishing public ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is probing an individual accused of uploading fabricated content regarding the appointment of the Chief Justice on Instagram. The commission confirmed that the suspects statement was recorded at the Petaling Jaya district police headquarters, with a mobile phone and SIM card seized as part of the investigation. MCMC views the spread of fake content touching the integrity of the countrys judicial institution seriously. ..

SOOK : Sabah has emerged as the state with the highest number of agricultural holdings in Malaysia, recording 159,259 farms according to the 2024 Agriculture Census interim report. Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup highlighted that the interior zonecomprising Keningau, Sook, Nabawan, Tambunan, and Tenomaccounts for 26% of the states total agricultural activity. The number is expected to rise given the vast potential of undeveloped land in these areas, he ..

MUAR : The search and rescue operation for motoring influencer Tengku Nizaruddin Tengku Zainudin, missing since Monday after his car plunged into Sungai Tui, has been called off. Authorities confirmed no new leads were found after four days of intensive efforts. Muar district police chief ACP Raiz Mukhliz Azman Aziz stated that the Incident Command Post at the scene was closed as the search entered its fourth day. The operation involved 77 personnel from multiple agencies, including the Marine ..

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BRINCHANG : Police arrested a 19-year-old man suspected of concealing the birth and death of a newborn baby in Kampung Melayu Desa Kayangan, Cameron Highlands. The suspect, a cleaner at a local homestay, allegedly buried the infant behind his familys home. Cameron Highlands police chief Supt Azri Ramli confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspects father discovered the babys body at 10 am yesterday. The suspects father saw a patch of soil that had been dug up when he was going to the water ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections (Bersih) has expressed support for the appointment of Malaysias three top judges, including Chief Justice Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh. The group highlighted the importance of maintaining public trust in the judiciary. Bersihs steering committee noted Wan Ahmad Farids past recusal from cases involving political figures, such as former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, as a positive step toward judicial neutrality. Such a stance ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The mutual visa exemption between Malaysia and China marks a significant milestone in bilateral relations, fostering stronger economic and cultural exchanges. Datuk Keith Li, President of the China Entrepreneurs Association in Malaysia, hailed the move as a positive step that will deepen ties between the two nations. Its really a positive step that fosters stronger ties between the two nations, said Li, who operates a travel agency specialising in China-Malaysia trips. The ..

KUALA LANGAT : The upcoming National Climate Change Bill will introduce incentives for companies that successfully cut carbon emissions, Acting Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani announced. The bill, still in drafting, may also incorporate carbon credit mechanisms to accelerate Malaysias net-zero emissions target by 2050. Johari confirmed the draft is under review, with plans to consult industry stakeholders, including Bursa Malaysia, ..

KUCHING : The federal Health Ministry is creating a more targetted approach to reduce HIV incidences among students of higher education institutions following a revelation that 222 tertiary students in Malaysia were infected last year. Health Deputy Minister Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the ministry is concerned that among the reported cases, a big number are young people. As of April 2025, 44 percent of HIV infected persons in Malaysia are aged between 20 and 29. Of great concern too is ..

PUTRAJAYA : Malaysia will respond to the proposed nomination of Nick Adams as U.S. ambassador through proper diplomatic channels, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Its still too early. The government will follow due process while maintaining good diplomatic ties with the United States, he told the press at Surau Al Istiqlal, Precint 14. Anwar said that the matter would be given due consideration once it reaches the appropriate stage. On July 11, US President Donald Trump announced ..

JOHOR BAHRU: Ten schoolchildren were injured when their school van overturned on Jalan Abdul Samad earlier today. The incident, believed to have occurred around 7 am, involved 16 students from three different schools. State Education and Information Committee chairman Aznan Tamin confirmed that all injured victims were pupils from SJKT Jalan Yahya Awal, aged between 10 and 12. They suffered injuries such as broken arms, fractured fingers, and other minor wounds, he said in a Facebook post. The ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The Malaysian Bar has congratulated Datuk Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh on his appointment as the new Chief Justice of Malaysia, expressing confidence in his leadership to uphold judicial independence and integrity. Bar president Mohamad Ezri Abdul Wahab highlighted Wan Ahmad Farids past actions as a High Court judge in 2022, when he recused himself from a high- profile case involving former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. Mohamad Ezri quoted Wan Ahmad Farids remarks: The ..

PUTRAJAYA : Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government would not intervene in the legal process involving the Titah Adendum related to former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razaks sentence. This matter has already been referred to the court, he said to the media after Friday prayers at Surau Al Istiqlal, Precinct 14. Anwar added that while he understood UMNOs concerns, the judiciary must be allowed to handle the matter independently. I am open to meeting with UMNO leadership ..

PUTRAJAYA : Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims that certain individuals were sidelined in the appointment of Malaysias new Chief Justice, saying no such names were ever proposed through official channels. When the Sultan of Selangor asked me about that name, I made it clear. I never proposed it, he said after Friday prayers at Surau Al Istiqlal, Precinct 14. I havent dismissed any judges. I havent referred anyone to a tribunal. I havent interfered with any court ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The National Art Gallery is hosting the Isle To Isle: A Reflection of BIMP-EAGA Through Contemporary Art exhibition, featuring works from Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Held in Gallery 3A, the showcase runs until May 31, 2026, displaying mixed media, installations, paintings, photography, and audiovisual pieces. Organised under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) Strategic Plan 2021-2025, the exhibition supports cultural diplomacy and aligns with ..

PUTRAJAYA : The preliminary report by the special task force investigating the fatal road crash involving Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students in Gerik on June 9 is now available on the Ministry of Transport (MOT) website. MOT confirmed the report was presented during the Cabinet meeting earlier today, with approval granted for public release. In the interest of transparency in the investigation and for public interest, the Cabinet has agreed that this report be released to the ..

SEPANG : Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is on track to complete the Penang International Airport (PIA) expansion by June 2028, with phased construction already in progress. Group managing director Datuk Mohd Izani Ghani confirmed the RM1.55 billion project will double the airports annual passenger capacity from 6.5 million to 12 million. The expansion is structured in three phases. Phase One involves relocating government offices, including the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia and ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The High Court has ruled in favour of lawyer and activist Siti Kasim, awarding her RM160,000 in damages after finding her 2016 arrest by the Federal Territories Islamic Religious Department (JAWI) unlawful. Judge Su Tiang Joo ordered JAWI, 15 officers, and seven others to pay RM100,000 in exemplary damages, RM60,000 in aggravated damages, and RM100,000 in legal costs. The court determined that Siti Kasim, whose full name is Siti Zabedah Kasim, was wrongfully detained by JAWI ..

SHAH ALAM: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Selangor branch has issued 120 notices to traders following inspections after the expanded Sales and Services Tax (SST) took effect on July 1. State Chief Enforcement Officer Mohd Hanizam Kechek clarified that the notices, issued under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011, aim to gather pricing and cost details rather than penalise traders. The inspections under Ops Kesan 4.0 covered 120 premises and 416 items, ..

JOHOR BAHRU: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, today visited the Johor Royal Botanical Garden here. The visit was shared in a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandars Facebook page. Located within the grounds of the Johor Grand Palace, the Royal Botanical Garden functions as a botanical gallery, housing a wide collection of selected plant species from the state and beyond. The Johor government aims to make the garden a must-visit destination in conjunction with Visit Johor Year 2026. ..

SOOK : The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) has allocated RM1 million for the MD2 pineapple plantation project in Sabah under the Land Use Optimisation Programme. The initiative, carried out with the Sabah Land Development Board (SLDB), aims to enhance agricultural productivity and rural economic growth. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup stated that Phase 1 of the project covers six hectares with 250,000 pineapple vines, benefiting 695 ..

KUALA LUMPUR: A graphic designer has denied charges of insulting Islam through offensive remarks posted on Twitter. Yeo Li Yin, 47, pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court today under Section 233(1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998. The charge relates to a post made under the profile name Liyin Yeo on June 19, 2023. The offensive content was discovered at the Bukit Aman Commercial Crime Investigation Department Office in Wangsa Maju on June 22, 2023. If convicted, Yeo faces a ..

ALOR GAJAH: A shop assistant was charged in the Magistrates Court here with the murder of his girlfriends 19-month-old child. Muhammad Isyraf Hifhzan Abdullah, 20, acknowledged the charge but did not enter a plea as the case falls under the High Courts jurisdiction. The alleged crime occurred on July 6 at approximately 9 pm on the third floor of a shop in Bandar Satelit Pulau Sebang, Alor Gajah. The accused faces severe penalties under Section 302 of the Penal Code, including the death ..

KUALA LUMPUR: The death of a Form One student who reportedly fell from a third-floor dormitory at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustafa Limauan in Sabah is now under police investigation. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek stated that the Ministry of Education (MOE) is fully cooperating with authorities. Fadhlina said, The ministrys top management and I visited the family at the hospital to ensure their needs are met and their welfare is taken care of. She added that the ..

KUALA LUMPUR: More than 2,000 police personnel will be deployed to maintain security during a rally at Dataran Merdeka on July 26. Kuala Lumpur acting police chief Datuk Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad confirmed that organisers had submitted a notification to the Dang Wangi district police headquarters. Four gathering points have been identified for participants before they proceed to Dataran Merdeka: Sogo, Masjid Jamek, Masjid Negara, and Pasar Seni. Based on projections by the Royal Malaysia Police ..

KUALA LUMPUR: Electricity theft must no longer be treated as a minor violation, as it costs Malaysia billions annually, warns the Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (FOMCA). The group demands stronger enforcement, smart meters, and legal reforms to curb illegal mining and unfair consumer burdens. FOMCA chief executive officer Dr T. Saravanan stressed the need for advanced detection systems, including real-time monitoring and data analytics, to flag suspicious power usage. ..

KUALA LUMPUR : The Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministrys (KPDN) Kuala Lumpur branch has issued 47 notices to traders following inspections of over 80 premises under Op Kesan 4.0. The operation monitors price adjustments after the Sales and Service Tax (SST) rate increased from six to eight per cent. Kuala Lumpur KPDN director Mohd Sabri Seman said the notices were issued under Section 21 of the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011. These notices cover 154 items for data collection ..

PUTRAJAYA : Seven Afghan nationals were detained at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) for attempting to enter Malaysia using counterfeit visas. The Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) confirmed the arrests in two separate incidents last Sunday and Tuesday. The individuals, comprising five adults and two children aged between 15 and 36, were found with fake visas believed to have originated from Uzbekistan. AKPS acted on intelligence and conducted document inspections, leading to ..