Author - Stephanie Chan

‘I did not collude with MACC’

KUALA LUMPUR: Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) analyst Adam Ariff Mohd Roslan colluded with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) when he made his report on 1Malaysia Development Bhd’s (1MDB) money trails, Tan Sri Muhammad Shafee Abdullah claimed at the High Court here. The lead counsel of Datuk Seri Najib Razak made the allegation at the latter’s trial...

Health Ministry offering free dental check-ups in Madani anniversary programme

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry is offering free dental check-ups including scaling and tooth filling, in conjunction with the Madani Government One Year Anniversary Programme at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium grounds here. Dr Nor Azmina Ahmad Roslan, a dental officer at Seremban Health Clinic, said visitors would undergo specific procedures before receiving treatment at the...

All quiet as cops comb Zayn Rayyan’s death scene again

PETALING JAYA: Police have again combed through the area where the body of young autistic boy Zayn Rayyan Abdul Matiin was found, checking on dashcams in cars parked nearby and using a drone to take aerial photographs. As investigations into the murder of the six-year-old intensified, police officers and photographers were seen entering and leaving the...

Seniors start planning early for their golden years

PETALING JAYA: From choosing to continue working to diversifying investments, senior Malaysians are finding ways to continue generating income despite approaching or having entered their golden years. A 52-year-old who wanted to be known only as Chan said he would continue to do freelancing support roles for IT-related services despite closing in on retirement. “I do have...

Fresh durian set for China debut

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s fresh durian is expected to debut in China in May next year, presenting an exciting new business opportunity for Malaysian durian farmers. Deputy Agriculture and Food Security Minister Chan Foong Hin said the export of fresh durian to China is anticipated to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations on May...

Penang water cut: Factories staring at billions in losses

GEORGE TOWN: The manufacturing sector is staring at losses that could run into billions of ringgit due to the impending 96-hour water supply cut next month, while small businesses are worried about having to close shop. They are appealing to the state government to find ways to shorten the disruption period to lessen the impact on...

Retirement crunch looming

PETALING JAYA: The numbers paint a worrying picture – nearly 40% Malaysians do not have a retirement plan, which has experts calling for government intervention to forestall a crisis. In the Malaysia Ageing and Retirement Survey (MARS) Wave 2, some 37% of the 4,821 respondents said they had not given much thought towards retirement while 23%...

Make the most of the weekend by visiting Madani one year anniversary programme

KUALA LUMPUR: Those without plans this weekend should drop by the Madani Government One Year Anniversary Programme at the grounds of Bukit Jalil National Stadium and enjoy the various services and interesting activities available there. The second day of the three-day programme will kick off with the Madani Fun Run at 7.30pm with around 5,000 participants...

TVB Actress Samantha Ko’s Blood Type Is So Rare, It’s Called ‘Panda Blood’

The 36-year-old actress was recently called up by the Red Cross to donate blood. If you have been following the latest hit TVB drama, The Queen of News, you would have taken notice of TVB actress Samantha Ko as Xu Shiqing, whom netizens have dubbed as an “ambitious beauty” who would do anything to achieve her goals. The 36-year-old actress...

Mayday Shuts Down Lip-Sync Accusations At Paris Concert, Ashin Sings Live For 3 Hours

Nothing but "real-singing". Taiwanese rock band Mayday had the best response to allegations that it had lip-synced during its recent Shanghai concerts. The band held its Paris concert today, which was streamed live at 3am Singapore time. As soon as the show started, it attracted more than 60,000 viewers. Snippets of the performance were also posted on the band's Weibo page. According to reports, the...