Author - Stephanie Chan

Early retirement of teachers on the rise

PETALING JAYA: With close to 12,000 teachers going on early retirement between 2022 and 2023, education groups warn of a growing shortage that can affect learning. The early exodus, they said, could lead to those still in the profession being forced to teach subjects they are not well-versed in. “Losing teachers, especially the seniors, due to early...

Brothers suffer life-altering injuries in Nibong Tebal crash while on their way to school

NIBONG TEBAL: Two brothers, who were on their way to school, sustained serious injuries after the motorcycle they were on collided with a lorry at the entrance to Jalan Besar Sungai Bakap here on Tuesday (Feb 18). Seberang Perai Selatan (SPS) district police chief Supt Chong Boo Khim said that in the 7.35am incident, the seven-year-old...

Police arrest owners of roasted corn stall in Sepang

SEPANG: Police here arrested a married couple that own a roasted corn stall in Kota Warisan, Sepang on Monday (Feb 17). Sepang Deputy OCPD Supt G K Shan Gopal said the man, in his 60s, was released on police bail while his Indonesian wife is in her 50s and was remanded under the Immigration Act 1959/63. He...

Tunku Idris kicks off Chingay event in JB

JOHOR BARU: The streets here were filled with lively colours and festive music as the Chingay parade went around the city centre to mark the end of the Chinese New Year celebration. The event, with over 150 years of history, was officiated by Johor prince Tunku Temenggong Johor Tunku Idris Ibni Sultan Ibrahim, who sounded the...

Age-Defying Aaron Kwok, 59, Says He Sleeps At 6am Every Day & Only Eats 1 Meal A Day

These are not the usual secrets to youthful looks, that's for sure. Aaron Kwok is one of those stars who prove that age is just a number. The Heavenly King, who turns 60 this year, has always been in great shape and looks incredibly good for his age. If you think he keeps to a healthy diet and lifestyle, you’re in for a...

Bride-To-Be In China Sheds 20kg In 3 Months; Looks Like Blackpink’s Jennie After Transformation, Say Netizens

Let’s be honest: every woman wants to look their best on their wedding day. In fact, a woman from Zhejiang province in China disliked how she looked during a wedding dress fitting that she made it her mission to lose as much weight as possible before the big day. The woman, known as Chen, lost 17kg in three...

Aaron Rodgers’ Girlfriend History: From Olivia Munn to Shailene Woodley and More

As Aaron Rodgers moves on from the New York Jets, here's a look back at the quarterback's past romances. Aaron Rodgers is an NFL quarterback and Super Bowl champion. He has been romantically linked to women from Destiny Newton to Olivia Munn to Danica Patrick. He and Shailene Woodley ended their engagement in 2022. In...

Why Did Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Divorce? The Reason

The reality TV star and the rapper officially broke up in 2021, but rumors swirled that they were headed for divorce years prior. Kim Kardashian and Kanye “Ye” West’s former romance included countless ups and downs, and the Kardashians star has opened up about it on her family’s Hulu series over the years. Now that the “Stronger” rapper is married...

MACC nears completion of ‘Ops Sky’ probe

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is finalising its investigation into 'Ops Sky', an operation targeting corruption and money laundering involving a financial consulting firm and officials from multiple financial institutions. Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki said the probe is expected to conclude within a month, after which the findings will be submitted to...

Fisherman regrets not stopping Norshamira from meeting her killer at dark jetty

KUANTAN: A fisherman expressed deep regret for not intervening when Norshamira Zainal, 37, headed towards a secluded area to deliver goods to a man, ultimately leading to her murder near the Tanjung Lumpur Bridge on Wednesday (Feb 12) night. The 40-year-old fisherman, identified only as Mohamad, said he and a friend were at a nearby stall...