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MPV driver held for punching motorcyclist

MELAKA: A 25-year-old driver of a luxury multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) has been arrested for allegedly punching a motorcyclist on the head at a traffic light junction in Kota Shahbandar here. Melaka Tengah OCPD Asst Comm Christopher Patit said the suspect was detained in the same area at 3pm on Sunday before being released due to health...

Sabah Law Society backs Bar Council stand on judicial independence

KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Law Society (SLS) has commended the Bar Council’s stand on judicial independence, as reflected in two amended resolutions passed unanimously at the latter organisation's 79th annual general meeting on Saturday (March 15). SLS president Mohamed Nazim Maduarin said the Bar Council’s commitment to upholding the rule of law underscores the shared responsibility...

Fasting correctly can aid weight loss during Ramadan, says expert

KUALA LUMPUR: As Ramadan enters its third week, those fasting may feel more comfortable with not eating and drinking for over 13 hours a day. The stomach may no longer rumble, and the throat can better endure thirst. Some might even notice their clothes fitting more loosely. Fasting can promote weight loss, and studies show it can...

Political pacts must have a vision beyond just winning elections, says ex-Sabah CM

KOTA KINABALU: Political alliances should not be formed just to secure election victories but must be built on a clear vision, strong policies and long-term stability, says former Sabah chief minister Datuk Seri Salleh Said Keruak (pic). He stressed that many alliances are created based on numbers alone, with parties coming together for the sake of...

Olympics-Athletics prize money model is not one-size-fits-all for all sports, says IOC candidate Coe

ATHENS (Reuters) - World Athletics' decision to start offering prize money to Olympic champions should not be seen as a template for all other sports, the body's chief Sebastian Coe, who runs for president of the International Olympic Committee, said on Friday. Coe, a former Olympic champion who also led the 2012 London Olympics, is one...

Soccer-Man Utd coach Amorim sees progress but more work to be done

(Reuters) - Manchester United's ability to keep their cool after conceding goals in their past two games shows the club has made progress, coach Ruben Amorim said ahead of a Premier League meeting with Leicester City on Sunday. United held off second-placed Arsenal to claim a point in a 1-1 league draw last week, before fighting...

Strengthening consumer rights and transparency in private healthcare

THE Federation of Malaysian Consumers Associations (Fomca) commends the government's decisive move to enforce the display of medicine prices in private clinics and hospitals under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011 (Act 723). This initiative, spearheaded by the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry, marks an important step toward enhancing price transparency and...

Repatriation of Palestinians: Mindef still in discussion with Egypt, says Adly

KUALA LUMPUR: Deputy Defence Minister Adly Zahari today said that so far there has been no final decision on the repatriation of 127 Palestinians, including 41 injured individuals who were previously brought to Malaysia for treatment. He said that currently, the Defence Ministry is working with the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) through the Federal...

Dewan Negara news in brief: March 13

Home Ministry yet to receive official proposal for ICQS complex in Sarawak KUALA LUMPUR: The Home Affairs Ministry has yet to receive an official proposal from the Sarawak government for the development of the Immigration, Customs, Quarantine, and Security (ICQS) Complex in Tapak Megah, Kapit. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the ministry is...