PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong has expressed his condolences over the passing of local journalist Benjamin Tan Zhi Wei. The MCA president said he was saddened upon learning of Tan’s death which was caused by cryptococcal meningitis infection. “Benjamin was always there to cover events I attended and interviews I gave to the media...
KOTA KINABALU: The former chief executive officer of state-owned company Sabah Minerals Management Sdn Bhd (SMM), Jontih Enggihon, acted against the decision of the board of directors in issuing mining and prospecting licences, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor told the Sabah Assembly. "I am not accusing anything but if based on reports, the ex-CEO did not act...
It's simply in our nature as humans to reach for the stars, no matter the cost – whether technology, peace, or lives are lost. But as we go beyond our limits even in the face of such obstacles, will we still be able to hold on to our humanity? This is the challenge faced by washed-up...
Hundreds of curious shoppers, some equipped with camping stools and rain gear, lined up for hours on a drizzly weekday in the western German city of Aachen. They weren't waiting for the latest phone or luxury handbag release: they were after a taste of a new chocolate bar. Swiss chocolate giant Lindt has drawn the crowds...
JOHOR BARU: All cases of drunk driving, especially those resulting in fatalities, must face the full force of the law, says Johor Exco member Khairin-Nisa Ismail. The Johor women, family and community development committee chairman referred to a recent incident where a husband and wife were tragically killed by a car. The victims, Mohd Ridzwan Mohd Rudi,...
BUKIT MERTAJAM: A large teddy bear that belonged to Lee Zi Rou, who tragically lost her life after being crushed by a toppled container, was cremated alongside her in a poignant gesture, ensuring that she would always have her favourite possession with her. The grieving mother of 21-year-old Lee, who wished to be known as Lim,...
MARANG: Two salesmen died after the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) they were travelling in with two others hit a water puddle, went out of control, and crashed into a tree. The accident occurred at KM 45 of the Kuala Terengganu-Kuantan road, near Kampung Pasir Putih Merchang, Marang, at about 4.30pm on Sunday (Nov 17). The victims were identified...
RIO DE JANEIRO (Brazil): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians, including those abroad, to continue supporting the government’s efforts in implementing beneficial initiatives. "I want to emphasise that the current government has a strong team that will work hard to implement policies and strategies that benefit the people as a whole. "The...
PETALING JAYA: Muay Thai athlete, Nur Amisha Azril Rizal (pic, left), has been awarded the Pingat Jasa Kebaktian (PJK), a Medal of Honour from the State of Perak, by the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, which has inspired her to continue achieving greatness. Nur Amisha described the award as an invaluable honour in her...
KANGAR: The Higher Education Ministry has handed over to the police to investigate a case involving four students of an institute of higher learning who were arrested with the possession of ganja during a raid in Seri Iskandar, Perak last Thursday. Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abdul Kadir said the police would take legal...
