BAGAN SERAI: Planning for the raw water distribution project from Sungai Perak to Bukit Merah Dam, partly to support the Kerian Integrated Green Industrial Park project and to supply treated water to Penang, is now in the final stages. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the project is expected to enhance the capability of distributing water for...
PETALING JAYA: Graft investigators have opened two investigation papers on Sapura Energy Bhd following allegations of corruption and misappropriation of funds, says the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC). Confirming this, its chief commissioner, Tan Sri Azam Baki, said that the investigation would also examine whether money laundering was involved and the issue of governance within the company. ALSO...
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FONG never thought it would happen to him. The 58 year-old always felt he was in the pink of health. He exercised regularly, got plenty of rest, and stayed on top of his medical check-ups. Yet, about a year ago, something felt off. Despite his healthy habits, he found himself getting tired more easily, and his...
ROAD accidents frequently capture public attention when they go viral on social media. These incidents often lead to speculations, with many quick to assign blame or circulate unverified details. Recently, it was reported that an intoxicated driver was responsible for a car-motorcycle collision in Muar. Is this true? Verdict: FALSE Johor police have denied allegations circulating on social...
The agency of Kim Soo-hyun, the actor behind numerous hit K-dramas such as Queen Of Tears and It's Okay To Not Be Okay, announced that it will issue an official statement regarding allegations that he had been in a relationship with late actor Kim Sae-ron since she was 15. Kim Soo-hyun’s agency, Gold Medalist, stated on Thusrday, "To clarify the...
KUALA LUMPUR: The Human Resources Ministry will work to ensure the Gig Workers Bill is passed and enforced soon to make it mandatory for gig workers to contribute to the Social Security Organisation (PERKESO). Human Resources Minister Steven Sim said currently, only 26% of Malaysia's 1.16 million gig workers contribute to the Self-Employment Social Security Scheme...
PETALING JAYA: Will Pahang and Kedah not compete in the Malaysia Football League (M-League) next season? Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim seems to believe so. The Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) owner made the shocking revelation on Wednesday (March 13), stating that both clubs will not be participating in the league for the 2025-2026 season. He said this...
If Ben Affleck can’t rekindle his romance with Jennifer Garner, the actor, director and production company head could at least show his regard for his ex-wife by casting her in a movie that would finally show her “true talents,” according to a new report. Affleck’s reported professional ideas for Garner come amid reports that he would...
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has issued a weather warning, saying that thunderstorms and heavy rain have been forecast in six states until 4pm on Thursday (March 13). In a statement on Thursday, MetMalaysia said the areas affected are Kelantan (Machang and Kuala Krai) as well as Terengganu (Besut, Setiu and Kemaman). Aside from that,...
