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LHDN says 60 audits done on GISB in previous assessment years

PETALING JAYA: A total of 60 audits have been conducted on Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISB) as well as related entities in previous assessment years, says the Inland Revenue Board (LHDN). It added in a statement on Monday (Sept 30) that it has issued fines to GISB for failing to pay taxes. "The compound and...

Ipoh can become like New York with the right attitude, says Rumaizi

IPOH: Folk here must have the right attitude to reflect the international recognition the city is receiving, says Datuk Rumaizi Baharin (pic). “People are looking at Ipoh; therefore, we need to do better," the Ipoh mayor said at a press conference after the city council full board meeting here on Monday (Sept 30). "We cannot always have...

World War II fighter plane discovered near Sabah-Sarawak border

KOTA KINABALU: Close to the Sabah-Sarawak border of Lawas lies a rotting Japanese “Zero” fighter plane from World War II. According to locals at Kampung Pa Puti, this relic is believed to have been from around 1945 during the conflict between Allied forces and the Imperial Japanese army. A resident living near the relic, Sinawat Tandem, 84,...

Immediate action to be taken against toy-like smoking products from Oct 1, says Health Ministry

PETALING JAYA: The first phase of the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Act 2024 will include immediate action against smoking products that look like toys, says the Health Ministry. In a statement Monday (Sept 30), the ministry said the Act comes into effect simultaneously with the Regulations and Orders from Tuesday (Oct 1). ALSO READ: Enforcing...

Jackie Chan, 70, Faints While Getting Strangled For A Scene, Asks What Happened After Regaining Consciousness

Yes, at his age, he is still insisting on not using a stunt double. Martial arts legend Jackie Chan is 70 and he still does his own stunts. In a recent behind-the-scenes video from his new movie Panda Plan, Jackie is getting headlocked by a man before suddenly losing consciousness and falling to the ground. Jackie's scene partner quickly releases his hold and helps...

80-Yr-Old Grandmother Of 3 In Miss Universe Korea Pageant; Only Started Modelling At 75

Here's a sign to never give up on your dreams no matter how old you may be. The Miss Universe Korea pageant finals will take place today (Sep 30) and among the Top 32 finalists, one delegate in particular has caught the attention of many. 80-year-old fashion model Choi Soon-Hwa. The grandmother of three only started training to...

Japanese Idol Momono Ayaka, 27, Hid Her Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis So She Could Make Showbiz Debut In April

She decided to open up about her illness now as she didn't want her fans to be alarmed when she goes for surgery in Septmeber. Earlier this week, 27-year-old Japanese star Momono Ayaka suddenly took to her socials to reveal she's suffering from thyroid cancer. Ayaka, who's a member of newly-formed Japanese girl group Amor Amore, also shared...

Public transport hits new peak

Klang Valley ridership up for rail and bus, but mindful maintenance needed PETALING JAYA: Experts are reminding public transport operators here to be mindful of good maintenance as ridership in the Klang Valley hit yet another all-time high last month. In the latest published data by Prasarana Malaysia Bhd, 33,790,386 trips were made using the combination of...

Maggie Smith’s Net Worth: How Much Money the Late Actress Made in Her Life

Maggie Smith had a lengthy career as an actress, appearing in numerous films and TV shows over the years. Learn more about the late actress’s net worth below. Maggie Smith was a Hollywood legend who took on numerous iconic roles in classic films that continue to be cherished and watched today. She leaves behind her two...

Batu Gajah sinkhole causes two house porches to cave in, no injuries reported

IPOH: A sinkhole has caused the porches of two houses in Taman Teja here to cave in, while two other houses also suffered some minor damages. Perak Fire and Rescue Department assistant director (operations) Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said a big chunk of the porches of both houses, numbered 11 and 15, at Lorong Teja Utama, caved...