Road closures for 47th Asean Summit, temporary, done in stages, says Fahmi

KUALA LUMPUR: Road closures and diversions during the 47th Asean Summit are only temporary and will be done in stages, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister reiterated that these steps would only be taken during certain hours of the day. “Generally, the affected roads will be closed in stages and only temporarily. “In areas around the Kuala...

Appreciation announcement reflects government’s concern for the people, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: An announcement of appreciation for Malaysians, to be made on Wednesday (July 23), will reflect the Madani Government’s concern for the people who have consistently supported its reform initiatives, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "May this announcement benefit the widest possible group of people and reflect our collective efforts to build a...

Korean Actress Says She Got Pregnant Via IVF With Ex-Husband’s Child Without His Consent

Lee Si Young, 43, who split with restaurateur Cho Seong Hyun in March, says she will bear the full responsibility of her decision. South Korean actress Lee Si Young, 43, known for her appearances in Boys Over Flowers (2009), and Netflix’s Sweet Home series, recently announced her pregnancy in an Instagram post. She revealed she had conceived the child via in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), by...

RM6mil allocation in Tapah made before nominations for Ayer Kuning polls, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: The announcement of more than RM6mil for projects in Tapah was done before the announcement of the candidates for the Ayer Kuning by-election, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "It was done before the nomination of candidates. "If it was to be done after the nominations, we would have issued a warning that it is not permitted,"...

Pro doubles shuttler Yew Sin gets engaged to Aya Ohori

Men's doubles shuttler Ong Yew Sin has gotten engaged to Japan’s former national player, Aya Ohori. Yew Sin, who forms the men’s doubles partnership with Teo Ee Yi, shared the good news on his social media on Thursday (March 27), and said he had proposed Ohori. “We couldn’t be more happier to share this with the world.”...

Tenggara Bersatu division chief, committee members exit party

KOTA TINGGI: Tenggara Bersatu chief Hassan Rasid and division committee members announced their departure from the party on Saturday (Oct 2). He said the decision was made after considering several critical issues, including his growing lack of confidence in the party's top leadership, reported Sinar Harian. "The three Srikandi branches, namely Bandar Tenggara Selatan, Pengeli Timur and...

Civil servants to get over 13% pay hike, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Civil servants will take home a minimum overall monthly income of RM2,000 under the revamped Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "Currently, the minimum overall income of civil servants is RM1,765. A new criteria and measurement will be introduced; the minumum overall income including allowances will be RM2,000," the Prime Minister...

No charges for ‘Papa Swift’ in Australia after alleged Eras Tour altercation

Sydney, March 26, 2024 (AFP) - Australian police has announced said no action would be taken against Taylor Swift's father -- nicknamed "Papa Swift" by her adoring fans -- for allegedly punching a photographer while disembarking a Sydney superyacht during her Eras Tour. Veteran photographer Ben McDonald claimed late February that he had been taking pictures...

RM2,000 Early Incentive Payment for civil servants on Feb 23

PUTRAJAYA: The RM2,000 Early Incentive Payment for civil servants will be made on Feb 23, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic). He said this when speaking at the Finance Ministry's assembly here on Tuesday (Feb 6) morning. Anwar added that this is the Early Incentive Payment of RM2,000 to all civil servants grade 56 and...