Author - James Lim

Hyun Bin and Lee Dong-wook lead the charge in upcoming spy thriller ‘Harbin’

Harbin, which has been confirmed for a Christmas release in South Korea, is poised to redefine Korean cinema by reimagining the legendary historical figure Ahn Jung-geun with world-class visuals and sound. (The film is set to hit cinemas in Malaysia on Jan 2, 2025.) While Korean films revisiting the period of Japanese colonisation and the independence movement...

Veggie prices expected to stabilise in March, after monsoon ends, says Mat Sabu

TUMPAT: Vegetable prices are expected to stabilise by March next year, following the end of the northeast monsoon season, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu. The Agriculture and Food Security Minister said that unpredictable weather patterns have led to a reduced vegetable supply, thus causing a surge in prices. "Every monsoon season, this issue arises, and we have...

Trio detained for illegally crossing Malaysia-Thailand border, says police

KOTA BARU: Three local men were detained for allegedly crossing the Malaysia-Thailand border via the Pohon Jambu illegal base in Rantau Panjang, Pasir Mas on Monday. General Operations Force (GOF) Southeast Brigade commander Datuk Nik Ros Azhan Nik Ab Hamid said the men, all in their 30s, were detained at around 4pm by personnel from the...

Level up your future after IGCSE with AUSMAT at Sunway College

HAVING successfully completed your IGCSE journey, you’re now ready to embark on the next exciting chapter of your academic life. Sunway College’s Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) programme offers a seamless transition into higher education, building upon the strong foundation laid by IGCSE studies. This globally recognised programme is tailored to equip students with the mindset to excel in...

QuickCheck: Does Iceland really have no army?

IN A world where military power often defines a nation's strength, Iceland stands as an intriguing exception. Despite its small size and population, this island nation has opted out of maintaining a traditional military force. Could it be true that Iceland, a member of NATO, has no standing army? Verdict: TRUE Occupying merely 103,000sq km, Iceland is known to be...

JB woman charged with abusing three-month-old boy

JOHOR BARU: A woman has been charged at the Sessions Court here with abusing a three-month-old baby boy some six months back. Mother of four Monsinah Sapari, 48, pleaded not guilty after the charge was read out in front of Sessions Court Judge Ahmad Kamal Arifin Ismail here on Wednesday (Dec 18). According to the charge sheet,...

South Korea military brought live ammunition to parliament during martial law: Reports

SEOUL: Troops mobilised under the Dec 3 martial law decree brought with them thousands of rounds of live ammunition for their operations, reports revealed on Dec 17. The 707th Special Missions Group of the Army’s Special Warfare Command brought 3,960 live ammunition rounds, 1,980 blank rounds and 100 cartridges for stun guns when they were deployed...

Second suspect arrested in ongoing investigation into Datukship sales racket

MELAKA: A 46-year-old owner of a Selangor-based company is the second individual arrested by graft busters here to assist in the ongoing "title for sale" investigation. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has also widened its scope of investigation to determine whether a syndicate based in Selangor is involved in the Datukship sales racket following the fresh arrest. The...

Passers-by help nab man who tried to rape woman in Kluang public toilet

KLUANG: An unemployed man has been detained by members of the public for allegedly trying to rape a woman inside a public toilet at Laman Kreatif Kampung Melayu here. Kluang OCPD Asst Comm Bahrin Mohd Noh said police were notified that a 34-year-old man had been detained at around 5.50pm on Tuesday (Dec 17) evening for...

Wildlife Crime Bureau solves 136 cases, seized over RM400mil, this year

KUALA LUMPUR: Bukit Aman’s Wildlife Crime Bureau has solved 136 cases, made 387 arrests, and seized more than RM400mil worth of assets this year. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said this during his speech at the Internal Security and Public Order Department’s monthly assembly on Wednesday (Dec 18). "This success was achieved through Ops Bersepadu...