Man, 61, Quits Smoking After 40 Years So He Can Donate His Kidney To His Son

A 61-year-old man from Malaysia has proven that parents will do anything for their kids. Mohamad Zulkifli, a 27-year-old doctor from Kelantan, was diagnosed with kidney failure four years ago. Speaking to Malaysian media WeirdKaya, Dr Zulkifli said he discovered his condition in 2020, when he “started experiencing symptoms like vomiting and dizziness". He was in the midst of finishing...

Malaysia re-elected to Uncitral for 2025-2031 term

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has been successfully re-elected to the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (Uncitral) for the 2025-2031 term. The election, held during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Nov 20, saw Malaysia secure one of the eight Asia Pacific Group seats with the highest number...

Malaysia, Vietnam elevate bilateral relations to comprehensive strategic partnership

KUALA LUMPUR: The General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam has announced the elevation of Malaysia and Vietnam bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership. During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya on Thursday (Nov 21), Lam underscored his productive discussions with...

Education Ministry probing reports Thai students crossing Sg Golok to study in Malaysia

PUTRAJAYA: The Education Ministry will investigate reports of students from Thailand crossing Sungai Golok daily to attend school in Malaysia, says Fadhlina Sidek. The Education Minister said that if these students are Malaysians, this should not occur as the government has provided various access and educational facilities for its citizens. "If these children are Malaysians, they should...

Malaysian-born author’s debut is a sci-fi thriller spanning Earth and the cosmos

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...

Malaysia tops Asia in scam revictimisation rate

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has the highest rate of online fraud revictimisation in Asia, with victims being retargeted over 2.5 times on average, according to the Asia Scam Report 2024 issued by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance. CelcomDigi Head of Sustainability Philip Ling said the report also revealed that Hong Kong and Thailand ranked second and third, respectively. "There...

Cabinet congratulates PM Anwar on receiving Peru’s highest honour

PUTRAJAYA: The Cabinet has congratulated Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for being awarded Peru’s highest honour, the "El Sol del Peru”. At a press conference here, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the unity government’s spokesperson, said the Cabinet expressed its congratulations during a meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof on Friday...

Malaysian e-sports squad wins IESF World Championship 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Malaysia team has made history by defeating the Philippines 2-0 in the Grand Final of the IESF World Esports Championship 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Friday (Nov 15). The Malaysian team comprised Selangor Red Giants players Muhd Qayyum Ariffin Mohd Suhairi (Yums), Muhd Haqqullah Ahmad Shahrul Zaman...

Cabinet congratulates PM Anwar on receiving Peru’s highest honour

PUTRAJAYA: The Cabinet has congratulated Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for being awarded Peru’s highest honour, the "El Sol del Peru”. At a press conference here, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil, who is also the unity government’s spokesperson, said the Cabinet expressed its congratulations during a meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof on Friday...

Close bilateral ties between Malaysia and China is a core diplomatic policy, says Dr Wee

PETALING JAYA: The close bilateral ties between Malaysia and China is a core diplomatic policy for our country as international trade plays a significant role in our country's economy, says Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong. "This because it brings substantial benefits to our economic development efrorts, with China being our largest trading partner for 16...