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Landslides, floods could affect DAP support in Penang - Analyst
Recurring landslides, floods put DAP’s Penang record under scrutiny Penang’s development woes could test DAP’s support in GE16 GEORGE TOWN : Recurring landslides and floods, along with concerns over development in Penang, could affect voter sentiment towards DAP in the 16th General Election, said a…
Malaysia must maximise own resources to strengthen energy security - Maritime expert
Indonesia's gas export cuts to Singapore a lesson for Malaysia, says expert Malaysia urged to boost domestic energy capabilities amid regional gas supply shifts KUALA LUMPUR : Malaysia should prioritise the development and optimisation of its natural resources to strengthen energy security and prote…
Former Malacca DAP chief says party could win Bemban if Malay vote splits
‘We still have a good chance’: Yeo backs DAP’s prospects in Bemban Bemban: DAP could benefit from split Malay vote, says former chief PETALING JAYA : Former Malacca DAP chairman Damian Yeo believes the party could win Bemban in the coming state election by fielding an Indian candidate, particularly…
MySayang Malaysia, O’Briens launch reusable bag-sharing initiative
BAGi initiative encourages Malaysians to share reusable bags BAGi initiative encourages Malaysians to share reusable bags MYSAYANG Malaysia and O’Briens have partnered to promote sustainability and community sharing through BAGi, a reusable bag-sharing initiative launched at the café’s outlet at Man…
Move to shield children from harmful video game content
CMCF executive director Mediha Mahmood highlighted that video games have transformed radically over the past decade, evolving into expansive online social networks in which children regularly interact with strangers, far exceeding the scope of traditional age ratings.
KL Wellness City, Wellous seal partnership to champion active ageing and HYROX athletic excellence
Led by KLWC executive director Dato’ Sri Dr Vincent Tiew, the group aims to encourage people to remain physically active, pursue personal goals and maintain healthy lifestyles as they grow older.
ADS Golden 9 Race to debut in Kuala Lumpur in December
KL Wellness City executive director Dato’ Sri Dr Vincent Tiew said the event aligned with KL Wellness City's aim of encouraging healthier lifestyles and building a stronger fitness community.
Malaysia must measure anti-drug success by recovery, not arrests and seizures - Researcher
Arrests are not enough: Researcher calls for a rethink of drug policy Winning the drug war means fewer repeat offenders, not more arrests PETALING JAYA : Malaysia must measure its anti-drug efforts by whether users recover, stay off drugs and avoid repeat offences , rather than relying on arrest and…
Pengurusan pekerja asing perlu lebih telus, peluang pekerja tempatan mesti diutamakan
Membela peluang rakyat Malaysia tak memerlukan kita menganggap pekerja asing sebagai musuh. Membela peluang rakyat Malaysia tak memerlukan kita menganggap pekerja asing sebagai musuh. BERTAHUN-TAHUN guna sistem pengurusan pekerja asing, tetapi kontraknya pernah tak dimuktamadkan sehingga tempoh dala…
Fewer positive drug tests do not mean Malaysia’s drug problem is easing, researcher warns
Malaysia’s drug problem may be harder to detect despite drop in positive tests Malaysia’s drug problem may be harder to detect despite drop in positive tests PETALING JAYA : Malaysia’s drug problem may be becoming harder to detect despite a 2.6% drop in positive urine tests last year, with emerging…
Fewer than 5% of cardiac arrest patients survive to hospital admission, study finds
Fewer than five in 100 cardiac arrest patients reach hospital alive, study finds Fewer than five in 100 cardiac arrest patients reach hospital alive, study finds PETALING JAYA : Fewer than five in every 100 cardiac arrest patients in a study of urban emergency ambulance services survived to hospital…
Five cruise ships to make maiden calls at Penang by December, bringing 11,012-passenger capacity
Five cruise ships to bring fresh tourism opportunities to Penang Five cruise ships to make maiden calls at Penang by December GEORGE TOWN : Five international cruise ships with a combined capacity of 11,012 passengers will make their maiden calls at Penang between this month and December, as the sta…
Woman's alleged parking dispute in PJ Sea Park triggers laughter online
Parking drama in PJ Sea Park leaves netizens amused A MOTORIST’S account of an alleged parking dispute in PJ Sea Park has triggered laughter online, with social media users weighing in on the increasingly familiar problem of people attempting to reserve parking spaces by standing in them. In a post…
SG4 states hold 70% of Malaysia’s rare earth resources: Samsuri
SG4 urged to develop downstream rare earth industries to boost returns SG4 urged to develop downstream rare earth industries to boost returns KUALA LUMPUR : Four opposition-led states collectively hold about 70% of Malaysia’s rare earth element (REE) resources, positioning them to become a major hub…
SG4 states a ‘sleeping giant’ with economic potential - Tun Mahathir
SG4 states can become economic powerhouse by pooling resources, says Dr Mahathir SG4 states can become economic powerhouse by pooling resources, says Dr Mahathir KUALA LUMPUR : Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has described the four SG4 states as a “sleeping giant” capable of becoming a…
Molecular origami in neuroscience: noncanonical DNA structures and functional nucleic acids in neural regulation and disease
Abstract Gliomas are increasingly recognized as network diseases in which aberrant interactions between tumor cells, neurons, and immune populations drive hyperexcitability, seizures, cognitive dysfunction, and disease progression. Simultaneously, advances in structural biology and nucleic acid engineering have revealed DNA to be a dynamic molecular architecture capable of sensing, regulating, and modulating cellular states.
Even professionals can be fooled by investment scams, economist warns
Online scams cost Malaysia almost RM3b in 2025 Nearly RM3b lost to scams: Economist calls for stronger safeguards PETALING JAYA : Selangor lost nearly RM1 billion via online scams last year, with its large population and widespread adoption of digital banking among the possible factors behind the ma…
Home cooking saves money, but who has the time?
Batch cooking helps Malaysians save money and reduce food waste Home cooking saves money, but busy Malaysians struggle to find time PETALING JAYA : Long working hours and limited time to prepare meals are pushing some Malaysians to eat out despite rising food prices , with convenience often outweigh…
Higher wages, higher bills? Malaysians may pay more for restaurant meals
Malaysians already spend more eating out than eating at home PETALING JAYA: Malaysians could face higher restaurant bills in 2027 as rising labour costs add to operating expenses, putting further pressure on household budgets already stretched by food spending. Putra Business School economist Assoc…
Melaka alliances: A glimpse of GE16 or a local political gamble?
Melaka political pacts not a blueprint for GE16, analysts say Analysts: Melaka seat arrangements may not translate to GE16 PETALING JAYA : Emerging electoral arrangements between Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Bersatu as well as Barisan Nasional (BN) and PAS are unlikely to provide a blueprint for the 16t…
PH versus BN in Melaka: Who will turn to former rivals?
PH and BN to fight each other in Malacca while eyeing former rivals Malacca polls: PH-BN rivalry opens door to possible PAS, Bersatu alliances PETALING JAYA : Pakatan Harapan (PH) and Barisan Nasional (BN) are each fielding candidates in 21 of Melaka's 28 constituencies, leaving seven seats open in…
MCA’s two-seat allocation reflects BN’s incumbency formula, not sidelining - Analyst
MCA’s shrinking role could weaken BN’s multiracial identity, analyst warns MCA’s shrinking role could weaken BN’s multiracial identity, analyst warns PETALING JAYA : The reduced allocation of just two seats for MCA in the Malacca state election reflects Barisan Nasional’s (BN) incumbency-based formu…
Man City beaten by Aston Villa to end perfect Premier League start
Until now City have managed to shrug off the cloud hanging over the club's Premier League future to keep winning on the field.
Pearly-Thinaah reach French Open final after dramatic second-game comeback
Pearly-Thinaah, who won the Indonesia Masters in January and the Denmark Open earlier this month, will be aiming for their third title of the season. KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s top women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah staged a gritty fightback to reach the French Open 2026 final after overcoming…
Unfair to compare us to Barca: Real Madrid's Mourinho
Mourinho said he would not change his plans to try and stop Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal. Mourinho said form did not matter when it comes to the Clasico. BARCELONA : Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said it was unfair to compare his side to Spanish champions Barcelona ahead of Sunday's La Liga Clasi…
Infantino says backed by 'vast majority' in bid for re-election
No other candidate has yet come forward to oppose Infantino with the deadline to do so less than a month away on November 18.
UK police says 'claims' over Meghan Markle's dad not sent to other law enforcement
The police statement said that "the details of the allegations in the letter were not shared with other law enforcement agencies".
Supervisor killed in suspected drunk-driving crash got married just four months ago
Police confirmed that the supervisor was killed while a lorry driver was injured after they were hit by a car driven by a 26-year-old man who was found to have a blood alcohol level above the legal limit.
Dua lelaki lemas ketika mandi-manda di sungai tonggang
Dua lelaki ditemukan lemas selepas mandi-manda di sungai berhampiran Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Tonggang, Tanjung Rambutan, hari ini.
Two men found dead by riverbank after swimming in Sungai Tonggang
The bodies of both victims were handed over to the police for further action. IPOH: Two men were found dead by a riverbank after swimming in a river, near Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Tonggang, Tanjung Rambutan, here today. Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) assistant operations director Sabarodzi…
Mid-air collision of Philippines military planes kills four pilots
In May, two military pilots were killed when another SF-260 plane crashed during a training flight in Benguet province in the northern Philippines.
Lelaki gagal dihubungi ditemukan maut dalam kereta berkunci
Pemeriksaan mendapati enjin kereta itu tidak dihidupkan manakala pintu berkunci. Pemeriksaan mendapati enjin kereta itu tidak dihidupkan manakala pintu berkunci. KUALA LUMPUR : Seorang lelaki berusia 50-an yang gagal dihubungi keluarganya sejak Selasa lepas ditemukan maut di dalam sebuah kereta di t…
Man reported missing found dead in locked car
The fire department assisted in opening the vehicle door and the victim was pronounced dead by the medical team from the Kajang Hospital
Penyelia maut dirempuh kereta baru empat bulan berkahwin
Polis mengesahkan penyelia berusia 28 tahun itu maut manakala seorang pemandu lori cedera selepas dirempuh kereta dipandu lelaki berusia 26 tahun yang didapati mempunyai tahap alkohol melebihi had dibenarkan dalam darah.
Indonesia cuts gas exports to Singapore
On Thursday, Indonesian energy minister Bahlil Lahadalia said he was mulling curbing gas exports to prioritise domestic consumption, while warning Jakarta would act against countries that "do not respect" Indonesia.
North Korea's Kim makes unannounced visit to Chinese border city
Landslides, road cracks raise safety concerns along Lojing-Gua Musang route Kim crossed via a major border bridge that only officially opened last week — 12 years after its completion — deepening economic ties between China and diplomatically isolated, nuclear-armed North Korea. SEOUL : North Korean…
Malaysia kick off FIFA U-15 World Cup campaign with 3-1 win over Dominica
Malaysia are scheduled to play Syria and Ethiopia tomorrow before taking on Hungary and Mexico on Monday. Malaysia took a 2-0 lead through Aqheef Haiqal Koko's opening goal in the 12th minute before Anas Suffiyan Arif doubled the advantage seven minutes later. KUALA LUMPUR : The national Under-15 sq…
Haze: 23 areas record unhealthy API readings, Seremban highest at 172 as of 4pm
According to the Air Pollutant Index Management System (APIMS) portal, Johor recorded eight areas with unhealthy API readings: Batu Pahat (166), Kluang and Larkin (each recorded 165), Tangkak (162), Pasir Gudang (161), Segamat (155), Pengerang (154) and Kota Tinggi (151).
Man dies after being buried alive while digging in Pasir Gudang
The SAR operation involving 17 personnel from the Pasir Gudang and Johor Jaya Fire and Rescue Stations was temporarily halted for safety due to rain.
Pang Ron-Pei Jing sweep aside sixth seeds to reach French Open final
Mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron-Lai Pei Jing stormed into the French Open final on Saturday Mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron-Lai Pei Jing stormed into the French Open final on Saturday KUALA LUMPUR : Independent Malaysian mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron-Lai Pei Jing stormed into the French Open 2026…
One killed, another hurt in suspected drink-driving crash in KL
The crash is believed to have occurred when a 26-year-old local man driving a car lost control, skidded and crashed into the two victims who were on the left lane of the road.
Lelaki maut tertimbus tanah di Pasir Gudang - Bomba
Operasi SAR melibatkan 17 anggota Balai Bomba dan Penyelamat Pasir Gudang dan Johor Jaya turut ditangguhkan untuk sementara waktu atas faktor keselamatan kerana hujan.
Penyelia maut, pemandu lori cedera dirempuh kereta dipandu di bawah pengaruh alkohol
Ujian saringan pernafasan terhadap pemandu kereta yang tidak mengalami sebarang kecederaan itu mendapati bacaan alkohol sebanyak 64 miligram (mg) bagi setiap 100 mililiter (ml) darah, melebihi had yang dibenarkan.
Johor schools to reopen on Monday as haze situation improves
Previously, all schools in Johor, involving more than 1,000 institutions and about 600,000 students, were closed for 10 days due to the haze and deteriorating air quality.
Two foreigners arrested over discovery of baby's body in Bangsar
The baby's body measured 28 centimetres and was estimated to be about seven months old. The baby's body measured 28 centimetres and was estimated to be about seven months old. KUALA LUMPUR : Two foreign nationals were arrested yesterday to assist investigations into the discovery of a baby girl’s bo…
1 in 4 Malaysians put off marriage, kids over finances: Poll
The findings show how financial pressure shapes major life decisions, especially those involving marriage and family planning.
Amaran ribut petir, hujan lebat di sembilan negeri hingga 6 petang
Jabatan Meteorologi Malaysia (MetMalaysia) mengeluarkan amaran ribut petir, hujan lebat dan angin kencang di sembilan negeri hingga 6 petang ini.
Two Malaysians injured by Typhoon Champi in Taiwan in stable condition
Media reported that Typhoon Champi swept past Taiwan on Saturday, leaving one dead and more than 500 injured. Media reported that Typhoon Champi swept past Taiwan on Saturday, leaving one dead and more than 500 injured. KUALA LUMPUR : Two Malaysian nationals who sustained minor injuries in the after…
Thunderstorm, heavy rain warning in nine states until 6 pm
The warning covers Perlis, Perak (Hulu Perak, Kuala Kangsar, Kinta, Kampar, Larut Matang, Manjung, Perak Tengah, Batang Padang and Hilir Perak), as well as Langkawi and Kubang Pasu in Kedah.
Police arrest murder suspect after 17 years on the run in Penampang
The case was being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which deals with murder. The case was being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code, which deals with murder. PETALING JAYA : Police have arrested a 42-year-old man who had been wanted for 17 years in connection with a mur…
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