Thai national killed by anti-tank missile in north Israel, say first responders

JURUSALEM (AFP): A Thai agricultural worker was killed by an anti-tank missile fired into northern Israel, Israeli emergency services said on Friday, while the army confirmed that two civilians were injured in a strike from Lebanon. Israel has been battling Hezbollah since the Iran-backed militant group started launching cross-border attacks from Lebanon in support of its...

Kampung Baru Pelawan ‘rat route’ story a shining example of unity

TELUK INTAN: The story of a 'rat route' in Kampung Baru Pelawan is the best example of unity and cooperation, as villagers come together to help motorists stranded due to traffic congestion. Despite the road’s imperfect surface, this 3km stretch of agricultural road has unexpectedly become an alternative route for drivers trying to reach Kuala Lumpur...

Indian tourist goes missing while hiking in Cameron Highlands

IPOH: A 44-year-old Indian tourist has been reported missing since Sept 22, after he is believed to have gone hiking at Gunung Jasar in Tanah Rata, Cameron Highlands. Cameron Highlands OCPD Deputy Supt Azri Ramli said that the man, Nandan Suresh Nadkarni, had checked in to Hikers Sleep Port Guest House, Tanah Rata, on Sept 19,...

Favourable draw at world meet a relief for under-fire junior shuttlers

PETALING JAYA: The national junior shuttlers received some much needed luck after being handed a favourable draw in the group stage of the mixed team event at the World Junior Championships in the United States from Sept 25-30. The junior team led by men’s singles player Eogene Ewe had come under fire recently for their disappointing...

MCO Phase 2 Is NOT A National Curfew Or A Lockdown, Here’s How They’re Different

Since PM Muhyiddin announced that the MCO will be extended from 1st April to 14th April, there’s been much speculation that this second phase is a sign of a nationwide lockdown or a national curfew given the newly implemented time restrictions on essential services and several areas (Putrajaya and Hulu Langat) facing lockdowns already. But before...